Cornish Brides Issue 40 by Cornish Brides

Cornish Issue 40 - 2016

Love is in the air ... So, did you propose to the love of your life on February 29? We all know that 2016 is a Leap Year, which not only means that we got an extra day in February, but women all over the world had that onceevery-four-year opportunity to take matters into their own hands and do the proposing themselves. The necessity for a Leap Year came about because it actually takes 365.2422 days for the earth to comletely orbit the sun, so every four years, we have to make an adjustment to the calendar to take this into consideration. Until Julius Caesar came to power, a year consisted of 355 days with an extra 22 day month every two years. But that was a complex way of doing things and meant that important feast days fell in varying seasons, so Caesar instructed his personal astronomer, Sosigenes, to come up with a simpler system. Sosigenes devised a 365 day year with an extra day every four years to make up the ‘lost’ hours and hey-presto, Leap Years were created! The tradition of a woman proposing to a man on a Leap Year has been attributed to various historical figures but its exact origins are not really known. It is thought the tradition became commonplace in the mid 19th century and whilst it is now generally accepted all around the world, there are no statistics as to how many women do actually

most brides are always looking for that spark of inspiration that will give

propose on a Leap Year - or how many of those proposals are accepted,

their wedding the edge. It doesn’t have to be expensive or extravagant

but it’s a lovely, romantic tradition and one we all like to think is still

and in reality, the more personal it is to you, the more memorable it will

widely practised.

be for your guests. The key with any wedding is to come up with new ideas that will add style and individuality to the day.

Of course, as we all know, the proposal and engagement are just the start of the whole wedding process and once the initial celebrations are over, the hard work of organising the ‘big day’ really kicks off. And that’s where we come in. Cornish Brides magazine has been established for 16 years, so we know a thing or two about the wedding

Hopefully, as you flick through the pages of Cornish Brides, you will find that inspiration and come across ideas that you can incorporate into your own wedding. The secret is to keep an open mind and explore all the many options and opportunities available to you.

industry and it’s a pleasure and a privilege for us to source and bring you inspiration from all around the globe.

So sit back and enjoy this issue and take advantage of the fact that love really is in the air.

The fun part of planning your wedding is when you come across a particuar idea that really appeals to you and you then take that idea and

Happy Wedding Planning!

transform it into something unique and personal that adds a really special touch to your big day. You want your guests to be ‘wowed’ and

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Aisle Style - all the latest trends for looking your best as you walk down the aisle

Out With the Old - introducing new Cornish designer, Rasbery Pavlova

Don’t Upstage the Bride - a light-hearted look at how to avoid committing the ultimate wedding ‘faux pas’

In the Detail - some lovely ideas to incorporate into your wedding

Can You Keep It Together? - is your relationship strong enough to survive the wedding planning process?

The Voice of Reason vs. The Contol Freak - what kind of Mother-of-the-Bride will yours be?

Yes, Yes, Yes - a groom’s guide to popping the question

Wedding Jewellery - stunning jewellery for your wedding day

A Romantic Venue - we visit Dart Marina; one of the most romantic venues in the south west

Light Up Your Life - beautiful ways of using candles on your wedding day

Small Is Beautiful - charming and delightful outfits for your page boys and flower girls

Lost in Translation - our guide to wedding speeches

Petal Power - great ways to use petals to create stunning table decorations

Dance Your Way to Happiness - our guide to cracking that important first dance

Do It With Style - stylish inspiration for your wedding

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A Bouquet With a Difference - beautiful and ingenious ideas for alternative wedding bouquets

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Pretty Maids - Carley Wetting explores the rationale behind choosing your bridesmaids

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A Taste of the Orient - a look at one of the most popular honeymoon hotspots

plus

31 pages of

fabulous designer dresses FRONT COVER : BEAUTY AT THE BEACH Photography: Andrea Kuehnis Photography Hair: Emilie Jane Gill Make-up: Julie Wiz Bridal Make-up Flowers: Four Seasons Florist, Bude Model: Vikki Omlo

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Step out in style on your wedding day with these amazing bridal shoes from Italian shoe designer, Loriblu ... combining the excellence and tradition of Italian craftsmanship with modern design ideas to create a wide range of beautiful hand-made wedding shoes.

ST PING EP OU T The Loriblu bride is a woman of fairy-tale style and elegance and Loriblu wedding shoes are delicate creations, featuring combinations of precious materials like satin and suede as well as prized lace effect laser processing. Exquisite designs, beautifully embellished - Loriblu offers the perfect ceremony footwear range - from jewelled sandals to exquisite ballerina pumps, each shoe expresses its own character, with a thread of seduction, a hint of elegance and an abundance of style. www.loriblu.com

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NEW from Nymphi Design Loving the new range of beautiful veils and accessories from niche design label, Nymphi. The range is extensive and incorporates vintage, bohemian, art deco and classic romantic.

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How sumptuous is the new bridal collection from HT Headwear? The brand, which was created by Helena Talbot in 2010, is synonymous with style, quality and personal service at an affordable price. All materials are sourced from British suppliers and all pieces are handmade by Helena. www.htheadwear.com

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www.corsagecreations.co.uk

Agora Jewellery creates its own stunning designs in-house, including seasonal and bespoke jewellery as well as limited edition pieces. Adriana Walsh designs timeless rings, necklaces, pendants, earrings, brooches, bangles, cufflinks and bracelets to wear daytime or evening. A stunning selection of contemporary styles, intricate filigree and semi-precious stones are ideal to enhance your wedding day outfit and to make your gown stand out as the most unique statement.

www.agora-jewellery.co.uk

Here at CBHQ, we are big fans of Ann Guise, the talented, award-winning designer who specialises in the most exquisite silk wedding veils. All her veils are exclusively hand-made using 100% silk tulle fabric and French lace to a bespoke design to ensure every bride receives a unique veil to complement her wedding outfit. www.silkveil.com 40

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Any true bridal fashionista knows that accessories are the key component to creating a stylish and elegant look. So, take a look at these stunning accessories from leading bridal designer, Amanda Wyatt. This has got to be one of the bridal industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best kept secrets because not many people know that the brand has been creating beautiful bridal accessories for years. But the secretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s out and Amanda Wyatt would love to share their huge Accessories Collection which includes everyting from tiaras, hairpins, brooches, jewellery and garters.

www.amandawyatt.com

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On Your Toes Midi heels are right on trend at the moment - which is bad news for anyone who loves towering stilettos, but great news for the rest of us. Bridal shoes are stepping out with comfort and style in mind if the latest collections are anything to go by. So, plenty of lowish heels, vintage detailing and sharp new shapes that mould to the foot, whilst retaining a fashionable edge. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a quick round-up from some of our favourite bridal footwear designers.

London based, Harriet Wildes has launched her latest exquisite collection. Renowed for style and comfort, the collection is crafted in ivory satin, metallics, soft kid suedes and features matching hand bags. www.harrietwilde.com

Diane Hassall combines her extensive design skills with her love of vintage styling to her latest stunning collection with shoes that are captivating and romantic. Incorporating oversized floral embellishments with an abundance of delicate lace, the collection is handmade in limited numbers and delivered in an elegant organza shoe bag with a personal note from the designer. www.rainbowclub.co.uk

Loving these stylish wedding shoes from renowed bridal designer, Linea Raffaelli. www.linearaffaelli.be

d a e h A p e A St If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re planning a beach wedding this year, these fabulous inter-changeable sandals, from Slinks would be ideal footwear. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re made up of a base that is available in a choice of colours, styles and finishes which can then be combined with a variety of uppers. Their newly launched bridal range gives you the choice of something sleek and elegant for the ceremony, a more causal look for the party and then something great and versatile for your honeymoon. One sandal, multiple looks ... how cool it that? www.slinks.com

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Rainbow Club have been designing, making and colouring handmade satin wedding and occasion shoes since 1986 and with more than 800 UK stockists, this Exeter based business are now firmly established as the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading and most inspirational producers. When purchasing a Rainbow Club product you are buying exclusivity and a truly unique look. Each pair of shoes are handmade using the finest fabrics and materials; from exclusive dyeable satins to super sparkly fine shimmer - they take the time to ensure that shoes are a perfect fit, leaving you free to enjoy your special day in complete comfort. Then there is a very unique and special service they offer, whereby they can hand colour your shoes and accessories to any shade you desire, so they match perfectly with your outfit. This is done in their very own in-house Colour Studio, where all colours are mixed and applied by hand by expert Colour Technicians. A passion and heritage for great design inspired Rainbow Club to launch their range of exquisite handmade veils which are gaining an enviable reputation for quality and value. All products come beautifully packaged in stunning candy-striped Rainbow Club boxes, so whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a pair of award winning shoes or a super soft veil, Rainbow Club remains the original and best makers of bridal and occasion footwear and accessories. www.rainbowclub.co.uk 44

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Aisle Style Alert If you covet couture, but love a High Street fix, bridal brand Rainbow Club has a new accessories treat in store. The label has just appointed footwear protégé Joanne Stoker to lead its design team with a remit to evolve its quintessentially British style whilst staying true to a 30 year old creative heritage. Currently working on her inaugural line for the label, Joanne has a style described as ‘architectural innovation meets futuristic glamour’ so you can be sure that her debut collection for Rainbow Club will feature plenty of her signature specialities. Contemporary silhouettes, exquisite textures, vertiginous heels and playful detailing should all ensure the bride seeking more than just an ivory pump is utterly spoilt for choice. Watch out for the new collection ... coming soon!

Out with the old ... With the wedding industry bucking traditions, from DIY weddings to cakes made of cheese, it’s no time for ‘the dress’ to take the baton. So let’s politely usher away those strapless meringues and welcome Rasbery Pavlova - an independent, Cornish fashion brand creating handmade, customisable, mix-and-match separates for brides, bridesmaids and wedding guests alike. Designer, Dawn Freeman, told Cornish Brides: ‘We have designed a unique collection for brides who want something different. Our customers don’t want a dress to wear them, they want to wear an outfit that makes them shine as an individual. By mixing and matching different designs from the ‘onelova' collection, our brides can achieve the look they want without compromising on style.’ Dawn has worked as a designer and pattern cutter in the fashion industry since graduating with a first class honours degree in 2010. Her design style has always been inspired by a ‘less is more’ approach, creating fashion which doesn’t bow to trends. After working on several bespoke commissions, Dawn was inspired to create a capsule collection for brides who wanted something unique and modern, but didn’t have the budget for a couture gown. The response was positive and immediate and Rasbery Pavlova was born. Rasbery Pavlova’s business model is simple; every order is made in-house and is fully customisable with options for fabric, colour and size. Currently available as an online service only.

www.rasberypavlova.com

With love from Crystabelle! We absolutely love this fabulous lace tiara in shades of gold and champagne embellished with Swarovski pearls and diamantĂŠs. Set on a simple cream satin Alice Band for easy wear.

Also loving this double strand of Swarovski pearls and feature flower beautifully finished with discreet Swarovski crystals at the back and a dainty extension chain for a perfect fit. And these lovely lace combs with diamantĂŠ and pearl detail. Simple, but stunning. www.crystabelle.co.uk

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Style Update Back in our Winter 2013 issue, we featured luxury wedding shoe brand, Merle & Morris. With over 12 years experience in the footwear industry, Shelley Pocknell had decided the time was right to start working on a creative project of her own and had just opened her online retail site with a debut hand-crafted, contemporary collection of stylish and elegant shoes. Since then, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve kept in touch with Shelley and are absolutely delighted with the success she has been enjoying. Now about to launch a brand new website which will feature some beautiful new styles, we just had to share these stunning new designs with you.

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Sparkleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shine We seriously love this new collection of stunning jewellery from Mews London. Specialising in hand-made luxe looking Swarovski crystal jewellery, the collection comprises a range of beautiful earrings, necklaces and bangles made with finely cut clear and rose hued crystals that will add a touch of style and sparkle to your wedding outfit.

www.mews-london.com

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White Gallery London is established as the go-to destination to discover the latest bridal trends from the world’s finest designers and it doesn’t stop at the dress. A hand-picked selection of accessories from elite labels showcased the perfect finishing touches to complement the hottest bridal trends of the season.

Accessorie brands showcasing at this year’s show include Charlotte Mills Bridal, Freya Rose, Emmy London, Harriet Wilde, The Couture Veil, Miranda Templeton, Sasso, Madame Seguin, Richard Designs, Arianna Tiaras, Stephanie Browne, Ivory & Co, Cherished, Kreisi Couture, Rupert Sanderson Bridal Collection, French Sole, The Season Hats, St. Erasmus, White Ivy

don’t upstage the

BRIDE Are you going to just stand there and let someone steal your thunder on your big day? Surely no self respecting bride would ever allow that to happen . .

o bride wants to or should be upstaged on her wedding day and any guest who manages to do so is surely committing the ultimate wedding faux pas. Of course, it is not beyond the realms of possibility that some guests might deliberately set out to outshine a bride, which is a pretty rotten thing to do by any standards, but it does happen. Every bride is entitled to be the centre of attention of her special day and hopefully she knows her guests well enough to know that no-one would try to steal the limelight from her. But of course, not every bride knows each and every one of her guests that well, so it pays to be careful who you invite to your wedding. A recent survey revealed that a bride being upstaged by a guest is definitely considered to be the top ‘no-no’ as far as wedding etiquette is concerned.

It’s a bit of a strange situation when you think about it because it takes a very brave and uber confident woman to even think that she might be able to outshine a bride. And at what point in the proceedings does she make the decision to do so or is it just ‘one of those things’ that happen without conscious thought or intent. I suppose it is entirely possible if one of your friends is particularly beautiful and has the most amazing sense of style that she could unintentionally outdo you, but it surely goes more towards intent and behaviour on the day. So, your beautiful friend might look a million dollars, but she wouldn’t be flaunting it, whereas someone who had deliberately set out to steal your thunder would want everyone to know about it. So, do you need to be very particular about who you invite to your wedding or do you just need to be so secure in your own self that you simply will not allow anyone to get the better of you. It is something of an unwritten rule that wedding guests should not wear white, unless the bride has specifically requested them to or unless it fits in 52

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with the theme of the day. At a wedding I attended a couple of years ago, the girlfriend of one of the groom’s friends (who, it has to be said, was not known at all to the bride) turned up in a very bridal-like, short white dress that was not entirely dissimilar to the one the bride was wearing; it did cause for one or two awkward moments, but whether the guest was aware that her choice of dress caused something of a stir was not entirely clear. So perhaps it is not a bad idea to make some stipulations on your invitations as to your preferred choice of dress for your guests. Most brides are entirely happy for their guests to wear pastel shades as long as the outfit is not overly ‘bridal’ in its design, but don’t be afraid to lay down your own rules of etiquette. Of course, if one of your guests turns up in a particularly provocative outfit, it could be seen as an attempt to upstage you, or it could just be viewed as tasteless, so try to not let it bother you too much. And if you’re going to be a guest at a wedding, then keep your outfit stylish, pretty and feminine, by all means, but remember the occasion and for goodness sake, don’t overdo it. So, what other breaches of wedding day etiquette did the survey reveal? Well, a mobile ‘phone going off during the ceremony figured near the top of the list. We live in a society where people seem unable to function unless they have their mobile ‘phone on them at all times, but for goodness sake, turn it off before you to into a wedding ceremony. Forgetting to buy a wedding present was another top contender along with arriving late for the ceremony. Getting drunk at the reception polled in fifth place, followed by accidentally spilling something on the bride’s dress or treading on her train. Seventh place went to parents who allowed their children to misbehave during a wedding and this was closely followed by people who laughed at the wedding vows, especially those written specifically by the bride and groom for each other. At the end of the list were family bust-ups on the day (which I thought would have rated higher) and people pushing each other out of the way in order to catch the bride’s bouquet. So, is wedding-day etiquette a minefield, or is it a simple case of commonsense. Is it too much to ask that you switch off your ‘phone before the service starts or that you watch what you drink? Our advice is to just be sensible and give a moment’s thought to how you would feel if it was your wedding day. The bride and groom should be able to look back on their day with pleasure and even the guests are entitled to enjoy themselves, so don’t spoil it for anyone. It may mean that you are remembered long after the event, but possibly for all the wrong reasons.

A Highland Fling So, we are loving these mixâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;match ideas from Walker Slater, a Scottish fashion brand that has some amazing pieces that would be perfect for your special day.

They take the traditional and breathe new life into it by using exquisite hand picked fabrics from the Hebrides to the Scottish Borders to design quality, timeless clothing. These great wool jackets look amazing over a wedding dress, especially if your groom is matching your country casual look.

Every bride is looking for something special and we love it when we come across something that is truly inspirational. We all know that the weather can make or break a wedding and it came be virtually impossible to predict the weather or know exactly what to wear on your big day.

www.walkerslater.com

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Pink Enchanted Roses & Swallows : Hanging Wooden Hearts. Decorated on both sides with pink roses and delicate swallows and a 36cm length of string so you can dangle them around one by one or group them together to enhance your venue. www.gingerray.co.uk

Heart Pomander scented with vintage rose fragrance. www.retreat-home.com

in the detail itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s those little finishing touches that make all the difference ...

Gisela Graham White & Grey Wooden Block

Handmade Antique Filigree Hanging Heart

Gold Vintage Lace Bird Place Card

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Gisela Graham Bride & Groom Spinning Music Box

Gisela Graham Wooden Fretwork Heart Decoration

To Have and To Hold Ribbon

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Clip-on Paper Owls in bright, flower-power prints. These owls make wonderful cake toppers; or they will perch on bird cages or greenery or on wine glasses clutching a name card for whimsical place markers. www.weddinginateacup.co.uk

Cornish Slate Heart Tag handcrafted using reclaimed Cornish slate. Personalise by writing a message in chalk to a loved-one, attaching to a place setting or simply displaying on a wall. Each one is entirely unique. www.iapetus.co.uk

Loving these fun Stag and Hen Party Invitations. Choose from over 600 illustrations; your hens and stags are sure to be impressed. www.honeytreepublishing.com

Beautiful candles, lovingly gift-wrapped. Perfect gifts for your guests or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;thank youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; presents for your bridal party. www.loadsagifts.com

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Photography: Get Knotted (top left and right); Vanilla Cake Emporium (top right) Shropshire Petals (bottom left); Interflora (bottom right)

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We love Wedding in a Teacup - a fabulous online store offering an array of lovely, handmade items to help you create your own unique and beautiful wedding day. From exclusive invitations, to classy guest books, gifts and favours to lovely table decorations and a whole that more, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find anything on this site that is not absolutely saturated in style and gorgeousness. The aim of founder, Hester, is to inspire, satisfy you save you hours trawling the internet for that special, elusive something. Wherever possible all items are made from recycled material or are recyclable, fairtrade or made right here in the UK.

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There are an awful lot of wedding surveys and research ‘doing the rounds’ that seem to suggest that planning your wedding is far from an exciting or enjoyable time. Don’t let these bridal killjoys spoil things for you.

Can you Keep it Together? I sometimes think that if you believed everything you read about getting married, you would seriously think twice about putting that ring on your finger. So many companies seem to love undertaking research on every aspect of marriage and their statistics don’t always make for positive or inspiring reading. They would have us believe that planning a wedding is fraught with problems that will test not only your love for each other, but your relationship with just about everyone else you know and even your own sanity! For example, did you know that one survey claims that up to one in three brides will fall out with their bridesmaids at some point before, during or after their wedding and as many as 40% of brides expect to lose contact altogether with their bridesmaids once the confetti has settled. The most common cause of disagreements between a bride and her maids seems to be dress style and colour, hairstyles and arrangements over hen parties, although it seems hard to believe that such petty issues would have dire consequences on a long-standing friendship. Other reasons for fall outs between brides and bridesmaids is jealousy, with 38% of brides feeling that one or more of their bridesmaids are jealous of them and 26% saying that their bridesmaids’ insecurities about their appearance led to problems between them. Money also seems to be issue with some brides asking their bridesmaids to pay for their dresses which doesn’t always go down well and, it would appear, some bridesmaids seem to forget themselves completely and have far too much to drink at the reception and end up flirting with the groom which, perhaps not surprisingly, does not go down well with brides!

Best men seem to come in for a bit of criticism as well as one in ten brides disapprove of their partner’s choice of best man, according to yet another poll. When asked what they thought about the best man, 32% of brides confessed to exerting influence on their partner with many suggesting alternatives to their partner’s choice. 10% said they had refused point blank to allow their partner to have his first choice of best man, fearing that it could ruin their day; clearly a risk they weren’t prepared to take. And this is before we look at the statistics for family fallouts and the abundance of arguments we are told a bride and groom will have before they even make it up the aisle. So what is going on? Are things really that bad? We don’t think so, although we appreciate that a lot of couples feel a massive amount of pressure when they are in the process of organising their wedding. There are lots of people around who have an opinion - and let’s face it, some people are not exactly adept at keeping their opinions to themselves! So, is there a secret to organising the perfect wedding without losing your friends, your mind and your sanity? Not really. You just need to remember that this is just one day in your life, albeit a very important one. Keep things in perspective and try to bear in mind that this day is about the two of you and whilst it would be lovely to please everyone else, it doesn’t really matter if you don’t. As long you both enjoy the day and are happy with the way it goes, that really is all that matters. But if that doesn’t work for you, then just be ready for when that pollster stops you in the street sometime and says: ‘Do you mind if I ask you a few questions about your wedding day?’

And what about the survey that claims that an astonishing one fifth of newlyweds and engaged couples expect to divorce in the future. Yes, that’s right ... 20% of you don’t even think your marriage will last the distance. Apparently, when asked if they thought their marriage would last, 22% said they accepted this might not be the case and 21% said ‘no’ they truly did not expect to stay with their partner forever. So much for the ‘til death us do part’ bit then. Maybe that section of the marriage service should be changed to ‘til someone better comes along’!

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BOLD & beautiful Be a wedding day trend-setter and complement your dress with these beautiful, bold earrings from Butterfly Jewellery. This latest collection features intricately beaded designs in bright, colourful, geometric shapes.

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We’ve all come across Bridezillas in our time, but tears, tantrums and foot stomping are not reserved solely for the bride-to-be. There’s enough sorry stories about frightful mothersof-the-bride circulating to make you think ... what kind of M-o-B will you be? Will you and your daughter really be slugging out the wedding plans over the kitchen table?

The Voice of Reason vs. The Control Freak o, your precious little girl has just hit you with the news that she is getting married and now the reality is starting to set in. Not only have you and the proud father probably got to stomp up a wad of cash to pay for her ‘big day’ but, perhaps more importantly, you are going to be a Mother-of-the-Bride. That’s a pretty big thing, second only to ‘I’m going to be a Grandmother’ and it takes a bit of getting used to. You’ve probably had a few tears - and more likely than not, a few glasses of wine - and now your brain is going into overdrive and it probably won’t take you more than an hour to plan the entire wedding from start to finish.

But hold on there; this isn’t your wedding, so you need to back up a little and take stock. You may well have your own ideas on when, where and how the wedding will be, but the decision is not yours to make, so the first thing you do need to decide is what kind of mother-of-the-bride you want to be. Of course, there will be a thousand thoughts rushing through your head: you hope that you will love the dress she chooses, you’ll be thinking about the seating plan and where to place certain guests (must remember to keep Uncle Ken well away from Auntie Sheila) and how many times you’ll allow your husband to do the ‘timewarp’ before you drag him off the dancefloor! No doubt you will be making a mental note of your favourite florist and trying to recall the name of the lady who made your neice’s wedding cake last year (you’re sure you’ve got her card somewhere) and then there’s that fabulous band who played at your best friend’s 30th wedding anniversary party ... what were they called? Any of this sound familiar? If so, don’t worry, it’s all perfectly normal. But - and for some MoB’s, this may be a pretty big ‘but’ - you are now going to have to exercise a degree of restraint and wait for your daughter to broach the subject with you. Patience not your strong point? It needs to be if you want to get to the other side of this wedding with your sanity and your relationship with your daughter intact. Now there’s nothing wrong with talking to other people about the wedding; what do you mean you’ve already called everyone in your address book to tell them the news? And no-one is going to blame you in the least if you start to make a few notes and even a few discreet enquiries - afterall, what is the saying: fail to prepare, prepare to fail and you were a Girl Guide afterall and they’re alway prepared, but just keep it to yourself, for now. One of the first things you will probably notice about your daughter’s wedding is that things have changed, perhaps considerably, since you got married and the whole wedding planning process has become far more 64

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complex. The choices for couples today are immense, so the chances are your daughter is going to need you there beside her, to hold her hand, dry her tears on occasion and guide her. Most brides trust their Mum above everyone else and if you have a good relationship with your daughter, planning her wedding with her is just going to bring you closer so look forward to it, savour it and, above all, enjoy it. By the same token, as a mother who has supported and cared for her daughter since those first minutes in the Delivery Room, you will know her best and will know instinctively how much support and assistance she will need to make her wedding dreams come true. You will know when to step in and take control and when to step back and leave things to her and her fiancé. Of course, this might not come easy for you if you are a real traditionalist and we’ve all seem the pushy MoB’s as portrayed in the movies and TV sitcoms who simply take over the whole process, assuming control faster than a South American dictator and before the bride can blink, she’s booked the venue, created the seating plan, chosen the menu, sent out the invitations and just about everything else inbetween, leaving the bride, groom and groom’s family completely out in the cold. But that doesn’t sound like you and as a modern-day MoB, you will be involved as much or as little as your daughter wants you to be. So, don’t think that being a modern MoB means you won’t have an important role to play; on the contrary, it might mean that you actually get to enjoy the whole wedding planning process more than you thought.

You might even want to consider being the one to give your daughter away. Tradition dictates that the role falls to the father-of-the-bride, but this is the 21st century and anything goes. You could give a speech at the reception if you want - and your daughter agrees. There are, in fact, eight simple steps to being the perfect Mother-of-the-Bride. Follow them and you can’t go wrong:

early and be on hand to help with any last minute calls or tasks. You could even do a discreet and quick ring-around of the caterer, band, florist and cars to make sure their timings are spot-on and there are no last minute glitches. Although your daughter may think she is in control of everything, you are really the one pulling everything together behind the scenes, like any good General.

1. Number One Supporter

8. Be Proud

As a parent, you’ve already experienced the delicate balance between letting your daughter make her own mistakes and guiding her by the hand through each and every decision. Now more than ever, it is important that you resist your natural maternal instinct to protect her. At some point during every wedding, emotions run higher than a Boxing Day sale, so being a pushy and over-powering Mum is definitely not going to help. If your daughter says she wants to take care of everything herself, let her. The best way to ensure you are involved is by supporting her by letting her know you are there to help if she needs you and the chances are, at some point, she will.

This is a big day for you, so be proud and enjoy it. This is the girl you gave birth to, who you brought up, you’ve wiped her tears and her nose, you rubbed her knees when she fell and applied more plasters and bandages than you care to remember - both on her and every doll and furry toy she’s ever owned. You have made her the woman she is today and when everyone compliments her on how beautiful she looks, they are indirectly complimenting you, so be very proud.

2. Be Honest If your daughter does ask for your help or advice, give it honestly but without making it sound as thought you are simply disagreeing with her. Listen to what she has to say, consider it carefully and give an honest opinion, if possible suggesting alternatives for her to consider. But know when to back down and if she remains adamant that she is right, concede gracefully.

The world around us is changing at an alarming rate and weddings are becoming more complex, which means your role as Mother-of-the-Bride is as important as it’s ever been .. . perhaps even more so. There is so much to do and so many things to think about and your daughter will need you there, so be there for her and enjoy the experience. You may even find that it brings you closer together and strengthens your relationship. Remember, ultimately this is just one day in a lifetime and there will be so many more experiences that you will face and share in the years ahead, so face them together - as mother and daughter.

3. Don’t Forget The Other Side Be aware that your future son-in-law has a family too and they are probably just as happy and excited as you are at the prospect of this marriage. They will want to be involved, so why not suggest that both sets of parents meet for drinks early in the proceedings to discuss your respective roles and avoid any embarrassment or arguments later on.

4. Don’t Take Sides Never forget that there are two people getting married, so avoid at all cost taking your daughter’s side over her groom - or heaven forbid, taking his side over her. Whenever possible, play devil’s advocate and try to see both sides (even if you don’t).

5. Dress Accordingly Whatever you do, don’t try to upstage your daughter on her big day. Remember, you are the mother-of-the-bride, so dress accordingly. No tight-fitting, revealing or slinky outfits and no white - unless with your daughter’s approval. There is no more sure-fire way to have your daughter spitting feathers at you than if you are flaunting your mature curves across the dance floor. You should look elegant and chic and there are lots of ways you can achieve a fabulous look without hogging the spotlight.

6. Put It Into Words In case you didn’t know, mother-of-the-bride speeches are on the up, so there’s never been a better time for you to say a few words about how proud you are of your daughter and how beautiful she looks. If you’d like to make a speech, then suggest it to your daughter but remember not to overstep the boundary if she declines; it’s her party and she’s calling the shots. There’s lots of advice out there for giving the perfect mother-of-thebride speech, so take advantage of it and whatever you do, avoid too many childhood photos, no matter how adorable you think they are.

7. Stay Calm Ultimately, whether you’re a traditional or modern mother-of-the-bride, the golden rule is to stay calm and positive. If you do this while all around you are falling apart, it will not go unnoticed and you may even find that your daughter will rely on you to be the ‘voice of reason’ and her own personal oasis of calm. On the morning of the wedding, your role as mother-of-the-bride can really come into its own as your daughter and her bridesmaids start their hair and make up preparations. Get yourself ready Cornish Brides

With beautiful sweeping views of Summerleaze Beach in Bude, the Edgcumbe is the perfect venue for an elegant wedding - ideal for those with smaller budgets or simply those who prefer a more intimate affair. You and your guests can celebrate your perfect wedding day in our candle-lit filled ceremony room, glass fronted sun lounge and enchanting snug bar. We offer you the choice of full ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening celebrations or a bespoke package and we will ensure your special day is tailor-made to your individual requirements and needs. The Edgcumbe Beachside Accommodation and Venue can also be exclusively yours with the inclusion of our 12 en suite bedrooms. Please contact our wedding co-ordinators Emma and Becky on 01288 353846

Summerleaze Crescent, Bude, Cornwall EX23 8HJ www.edgcumbe-hotel.co.uk

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Wedding Jewellery with an edge Finding exactly the right jewellery for your wedding day is never easy. There is an abundance of hugely talented designers out there producing some truly stunning jewellery. So when we came across this gorgeous collection from British jeweller, Sammie Jo Coxon, we just had to share it with you. A Central St. Martins graduate, Sammie worked for Stella McCartney, Matthew Williamson and Katie Hillier before deciding to design her own refined jewellery collection and the results are a beautiful mix of soft silhouettes of freshwater pearls and knife edge gold, giving pearl jewellery a contemporary and sophisticated feel. Sammie told Cornish Brides: ‘The collection was designed in-between helping my dad on his farm during harvest time. I would drive the combines and tractors, but when work came to a halt due to bad weather, I would head back to the house to design. I decided to name my collection ‘Demeter’ after the Greek Goddess of the Harvest and the Protector of Marriage, which seemed fitting on every level.’ The aesthetic of the Demeter collection is rich in graceful, geometric forms that give a sense of strength to the wearer with great attention being paid to how each piece fits. Made in London’s Hatton Garden, Demeter is comprised of rings, pendants, bracelets and interchangeable earrings with unique combinations of white sapphires, aquamarines, diamonds and freshwater pearls. Each piece embodies a timeless and diverse quality. ‘I designed Demeter with the intention of making pearl jewellery more stylish, sleek and sexy for the style savy woman of today and to banish the assumption that pearl jewellery is dated. It was a conscious design decision for every piece to have a knife edge finish and to make this a signature feature of the collection; adding a more fierce and clean contemporary look which hopefully, gives it the edge, quite literally.’ Customers can choose their own colour combinations which allows them the opportunity to exploit their individuality throughout the collection and the earrings have been designed as separate attachments, to not only create the intriguing illusion of the earring floating beneath the ear, but to give the wearer two unique looks with each purchase, taking her from day to night - or potentially five looks if purchasing both stud choices to mix and match.

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Create your bespoke fairytale wedding at Cornwallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most romantic venue. With breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, awe-inspiring sunsets and sweeping golden sands, The 4* Headland Hotel is a civil licensed venue which can cater from 2-250 guests.

Fistral Beach, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EW 01637 872211 events@headlandhotel.co.uk

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A ROMANTIC VENUE Number One : The Owner’s Residence

Are you looking for a romantic hideaway to enjoy a few days rest and relaxation before your wedding?

perhaps you would like to honeymoon close to home and are searching for somewhere really special to escape to after the big day. Well, look no further than this amazing and truly beautiful apartment - Number One : The Owner’s Residence.

This impeccably stylish home, spread over three floors, has been built right on the banks of the River Dart on the glorious south Devon coast. Part of the Dart Marina complex, you get to enjoy the peace, tranquility and seclusion of a luxury residence with all the facilities of the hotel available for you to enjoy, including a stylish restaurant, cosy bar and state-of-the-art Spa offering a full range of treatments, guaranteed to sooth away the stresses of wedding planning.

The apartment is designed for comfort with super-king size bed, adorned with smooth Egyptian cotton linens and sumptuous quilts, throws and pillows. The en-suite, with oversize tub is a great place to unwind together at the end of the day with a glass of wine as you savour the stunning river views and watch the world go by. There’s a fully-equipped, modern kitchen, so you can enjoy some ‘at home’ dining - breakfast on your secluded terrace or a private dinner prepared and served in your apartment.

This really is a luxurious home-from-home.

apartment that has been tastefully designed and decorated to the highest standards with oak floors, flat screen TV, DVD and CGD player, feature fires and an interior that combines a warm palette of colours, gorgeous

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Everything you need to relax and unwind is provided for you and there’s space to spread out and chill ... so much so, that you may never want to leave!

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YOUNG LOVE Photography : Luke Wood; Photography Assistant : Paul Sambells www.pw-weddingphotography.co.uk

Hair Stylist : Michelle Bazeley, Lovella Hairdressing Make-up Artist : Nicky Goodall; Envy Beauty Therapy Dress Supplier : Pre-loved Boutique at the Bridge, St. Austell Models : Emily Gay and Liam Manning

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Candles add a romantic touch to your wedding and we are loving these great ideas from Shropshire Petals showing some highly original and innovative ways to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;jazz upâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; your candles.

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BEAUTY AT THE BEACH Photography : Andrea Kuehnis Photography (www.andreakuehnis.com)

Hair : Emilie Jane Gill (www.facebook.com/emiliesprohair)

Make-up : Julie Wiz Bridal Make-up (www.juliewizmakeupartist.co.uk)

Flowers : Four Seasons Florist, Bude (www.fourseasonsbude.co.uk)

Model : Vikki Omlo

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Our professional team of experienced and qualified florists are here to create the most beautiful flowers for your wedding day. Call in for a friendly chat.

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beautiful The mother and daughter team behind Nicki Macfarlane has been designing award-winning outfits for bridesmaids, flower girls and pageboys for many years and their bespoke service allows a bride to introduce her own style into her big day. The recent introduction of a ready to wear collection brings the classic elegance and exquisite styling of a Nicki Macfarlane design to a new audience. We love this selection of outfits, which are just perfect for those special little people who play such a big part of your wedding day.

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Your Perfect Day Purpose built in 1897, the Hotel Victoria is a magnificent hotel with one of the best central locations in Newquay and an amazing backdrop of the North Cornish coast. With 71 bedrooms and 4 superb functions suites licensed for civil ceremonies, this is an ideal venue for both your wedding ceremony and reception. So, whether you dream of a summer garden party, a warm winter wedding with real log fires or a festive celebration with Christmas trees and twinkling decorations, the Hotel Victoria lends itself perfectly to the occasion.

For smaller, more intimate ceremonies, the Sun Lounge can seat 80 guests and again offers amazing views or for wonderful outdoor weddings, the Wedding Pergola offers a unique space with the natural beauty of the ocean right in front of you as you exchange your vows. There is seating for 70 guests around the Pergola and some additional standing room. At the Hotel Victoria, you will find friendly and professional staff who are committed to ensuring that your wedding is as perfect as it can be and custom-made packages ensure your every wish is catered for. The hotel is also available to host Hen Parties and offers a range of luxurious spa treatments at the ‘Ooh La La Spa’ as well as full leisure facilities with swimming pool, gym, sauna and Jacuzzi. The hotel’s dedicated Wedding Planner is on hand to show you around and give you all the information and assistance you need. Call for an appointment and start planning your perfect wedding.

The Regency Room is a stunning space for larger weddings accommodating up to 300 guests for a ceremony and 220 for a beautifully laid-out wedding breakfast. With its grand chandeliers, the Regency Room exudes Victorian opulence and is an extravagantly stylish setting for a wedding. The View is another popular choice with couples and its huge bay windows afford glorious coastal views. With room for up to 120 guests, the View can be opened up to combine with the Regency Room into one massive function suite. The Ocean View Ballroom is ideal for your evening reception for up to 400 guests and is completely self-contained with its own bar.

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Call our Wedding Planner Sam on 01637 872255 or email events@hotel-victoria.co.uk and start planning your perfect wedding today.

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A perfect choice for beautiful and inspirational wedding flowers

Appointments in your home or at your chosen wedding venue can be arranged.

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Paper Rose in mini pot place setting. Ideal favour or table decoration. Keep your guests in line with these useful wooden arrow signs bearing a selection of messages and instructions.

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Save The Date Tags (Heart of Roses). Select your favourite illustration or artwork on these lovely bespoke tags, which have been designed in the style of a vintage luggage tag. www.honeytreepublishing.com

DO IT WITH Finding all those little accessories for your wedding day can be time consuming. That’s why the team at Cornish Brides have scoured the web to bring you an array of gorgeous items that really could transform your big day into a truly stylish and elegant occasion.

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Pink Paper Rosebud Heart with personalised name tag. Perfect for wedding favours, table decorations and place settings. www.papertree.co.uk

Make your new mother-in-law’s day by presenting her with this Thank You Mother of the Groom Compact Mirror. www.andallthingsnice.net

Set of Paper Boats to use as name-cards or sweetie holders on your tables with space for you to write a personal wish or message along the side. www.sistersguild.co.uk

A pack of ‘Love Is Sweet' jar stickers, personalised with your names and wedding date. Perfect for sticking onto individual jars of sweeties, jams or chutney. www.weddinginateacup.co.uk

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Set of personalised favour boxes for your significant event. Each box is beautifully designed by hand and personalised with your details. Available in a choice of colours, each box contains a small pack of Love Hearts. www.giftwrappedandgorgeous.com

Chopping Board & Spoon Set : Made with Love. A lovely heart shaped chopping board teamed with a cute heart shaped spoon. Ideal and original wedding present or a fabulous and thoughtful gift for a 5th (Wooden) Wedding Anniversary. www.karenzaandco.com

Gorgeous packet of natural, ecofriendly, biodegradable confetti Heather and Lavender Bud mix. Recycled and tree-free tag. www.wildflower-favours.co.uk

This lovely small personalised wooden apple crate is a perfect wedding gift for the happy couple or a key wedding guest. www.mygifttree.com

A delightful wooden sign, handmade from reclaimed wood, personalised with your words and distressed for an authentic vintage appearance. Finished with rusted tin hearts, hanging wire and grosgrain ribbon bow. www.delightfulliving.co.uk

Romantic heart shaped wooden candlestick with a distressed white finish for elegant table settings. www.retreat-home.com

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Cars with Style Chauffeur driven wedding car hire

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All engraved with the unique wording and design of your choice Special Gifts for Special People Pannier Market, Lemon Quay, Truro TR1 2LL 01872 223757 www.glass-engravers-cornwall.co.uk Cornish Brides

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If you are looking for a relaxed but stylish coastal wedding in Cornwall, then look no further.

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a bouquet with a difference Most brides love traditional, fresh flower wedding bouquets, full of colour and a sweet aroma, but they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t last long and unless you want to go to the time, trouble and expense of having your bouquet pressed or preserved, it will soon become no more than a memory. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not surprising that alternative bouquets are becoming more popular with brides who are looking for something different and longer lasting. Take a look at these fabulous alternative bouquet ideas which can be kept forever to remind you of your special day.

Brooch Bouquets Brooch bouquets are beautiful, chic and totally unique; incorporating a stunning mix of crystals, brooches, jewellery, feathers, paper roses, everlasting flowers or sprigs of greenery and even vintage family heirlooms. Top brooch bouquet designers will delicately hand-craft bespoke designs to a bride’s specification and many will even scour antique shops to find genuine vintage jewellery to add unusual and classic pieces to each design.

Wheat and Dried Flower Bouquets Country weddings continue to be a big trend this season, so why not add a touch of the countryside to your rural wedding with a wheat sheaf bouquet? Wheat sheaves make the perfect country-style bouquet. And by adding delicately dried roses, lavender, thistles and berries, you can create bouquets to match or contrast your wedding theme.

Button Bouquets How many old buttons do you have lying around the house? If you ask your Mum or your Gran, they are almost sure to have a ‘button tin’ full to the brim with hundreds of buttons they have accumulated over the years. Why not put them to good use and create a gorgeous button bouquet? You could stick to a certain colour theme or go all out and incorporate lots of different shapes, sizes and colours. And the beauty of buttons means you can sow them into the bouquet, either individually or as a thread that can be interwoven with beautiful fabric or paper flowers.

Fabric and Paper Flower Bouquets What better way to include ‘something old’ into your wedding than by using vintage materials; perhaps even fabric or lace from your mother’s wedding dress. Choose fabrics to match your bridesmaids’ dresses or dye fabrics in neutral colours for a chic, neutral bouquet. Fabric and paper flowers are beautiful and made well, they look incredibly realistic. Decorate with pearl or diamanté embellisments to add sparkle, style and sophistication.

There is no end to the materials you can cleverly use to create a stunning and totally unique bouquet, including feathers, paper, shells, sweets, fruits, metalwork and wood ... it just takes a little imagination!

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Manor Fashions The outﬁt experts situated near Helston

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE and MOTHER OF THE GROOM Outﬁts, Hats, Fascinators, Shoes and Bags

Call Ann for your appointment

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The Mill House is set in a beautiful secluded valley half a mile from the stunning surfing beach at Trebarwith Strand. It was once an 18th century Corn Mill and the restaurant, with a capacity to seat 120, is set alongside the millstream.

A complete and personalised service for all floral occasions

The Mill is fully licensed for wedding ceremonies, including outside on the front terrace and receptions are designed to suit individual requirements. The hotel has 9 stylishly furnished rooms and live music or entertainment (even a duck race in the millstream) can be organised. For further details, please contact the owners Mark & Kep Forbes on 07767 341234 or e: mark.forbes@tesco.net www.themillhouseinn.co.uk The Mill House Inn • Trebarwith Strand • Tintagel • Cornwall PL34 0HD

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Vintage styled weddings have always been a popular choice for brides and the trend looks set to continue. Create beautiful, stylish looks from inexpensive pieces that you can pick up in charity and antique shops or from around your own home. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be surprised at what is lurking in the attic or at the back of a kitchen cupboard! The beauty of vintage is that nothing has to match; you just need to use your imagination and have fun doing it.

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Bodmin Jail For a wedding with a unique twist!

La Scala Function Suite the stunningly restored former prison chapel

Treat your guests to a Delicious Gourmet Burger or a Yummy Bacon Buttie as they leave your wonderful Wedding, Hen or Stag Party

Complete privacy is ensured in this beautiful setting; restored for special occasions, complete with its own bar, brasserie-style kitchen and all modern facilities. This bespoke venue can accommodate 140 for a traditionally themed sit-down wedding and reception and up to 250 for more informal gatherings. Set wedding packages with tailored features are available depending on budgets and tastes - please come in and discuss your requirements with our wedding co-ordinator. With our Civil Ceremony Licence, why not choose from one of our seven onsite locations to make those special commitments?

Call Jane on 0770 200 3968

We look forward to planning your special day with us!

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PRETTY MAIDS all in a row! Choosing who you will ask to be your bridesmaids isn’t as easy as it sounds and you could find yourself facing something of a dilemma that will test friendships, tear apart families and jeopardise your sanity. Cornish Brides ‘best friend’, Carley Wetting, takes a lighthearted look at this potentially volatile issue.

ou’ve set the date, the church is booked and you’re pretty damn

This should help bring the list down further and, with any luck, you

sure that you’ve found the dress of your dreams. So far, so good!

should now have the beginnings of a reasonable list of candidates.

So, the next question is how many bridesmaids

The next little nut to crack is who you are going to ask to be your

do you actually want? That is quite a significant

bridesmaids. Easy? Maybe, but then perhaps you just haven’t thought

question because once you have made that

this through yet; afterall, this is a whole new territory. Now could be a

decision, you can start to be more methodical

good time to sit yourself down with a notepad and pen (a glass of wine

about your selection process.

may also be in order) and make a list of all possible contenders. If you’re an only child or if your siblings are all male, then the whole sister thing is

Of course, there is that little thing called

a non-starter. If you’re a bit of a loaner or a billy-no-mates, then again,

‘etiquette’ that may raise its ugly head from

your choices could be limited, but for the purpose of this article (I mean,

time to time. For example, should you

why else am I bothering?) let’s assume that you are from a big family with

ask anyone from your bridegroom’s side

a plethora of sisters, cousins and nieces and you really are Miss

of the family, a sister or a niece possibly?

Popularity when it comes to the whole mates and lifelong friends thing.

This is a difficult dilemma and much depends on how well you get on with his

Some of your friends and relatives will assume that you will ask them;

family. Some of you will be keen (note I said

they just will and there’s no getting away from it. One or two may even

keen, not desperate) to integrate your two

have gone so far as to announce it to their family and friends and there’s

families but that is easier said than done.

every likelihood that at least one will have gone out looking at dresses -

Bringing two entirely separate family groups

OMG, she may even have chosen her dress! Then there will be those

together does not always work and, in many

who are privately expecting to be asked, but are playing it down, just in

cases, it is not even a good idea to start with.

case - and finally, there will be the groups who haven’t even dared to

Just because you two are in love, does not

dream that you will ask them and those who simply don’t want to be

necessarily mean that the rest of his/your

asked and would refuse point blank if they were.

family are going to feel the same way about each other and in my experience, most

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Your task, then, is to negotiate your way around this minefield. So have

families come together for the duration of the

you got that pen and paper ready? Right, the first thing is to write down

wedding planning and the wedding itself,

the names of the people you think are ‘possibles’. Then, cross off

of course, but once the last dance is over,

straightaway those who, although ‘possibles’, are entirely ‘unsuitables’.

they go their separate ways and never the

Assuming there is anyone left on your list, the next thing to do is look at

‘twain shall meet (again) despite all the

the relationship you have with each one. How close are you? How well

promises to stay in touch and meet up again

do you know each other? Do well you get along? Do you even like her?

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Different people have different ways of doing things and it may be that you have decided you will choose your bridesmaids from your own family and friends and he

You need bridesmaids who will be low maintenance and who

will choose his best man and ushers from

definitely do not need to be micro-managed every step of the way. It

his family and friends - sounds simple

is going to be a very long and rocky road otherwise.

enough to me. But even simplicity has a way of becoming complicated and actually,

Another little pearl of wisdom I feel I should share with you is not to

this reminds me of a situation a couple of

confuse your bridesmaids with your hens, although there may well be

years ago - and I apologise for the slight

a degree of cross-over between them.

digression here as my story is about a christening, not a wedding but it’s sort of

Do not, under any circumstances

the same thing.

choose your bridesmaids based on (a) the amount of alcohol

When the parents of the child who was

they can consume before

being christened were trying to decide on

they disappear under the

who the god-parents would be, they made

table; (b) the number of guys

the choice that the mother would choose

they can cop-off with in a

the god-mothers and the father would

single night or (c) their ability

choose the god-fathers. Now may be to

to get you to consume copious

them, that seemed like a pretty good idea

amounts of alcohol and start

and with the exception of the odd friend

copping-off with men you’ve

(and I mean that in a non-peculiar sense of

never set eyes on before.

the word) they both opted for their own

Those are the girls you invite

siblings to act as godparents.

to your Hen Party!

On the surface, this seemed all very well and good as the father had two brothers who were chuffed to bits to be asked to be god-fathers to their niece and the mother had two sisters, who were equally delighted. But what both parents had failed to take into consideration was that the mother also had a brother but because she was only selecting the female god-parents, he was not asked to act as god-parent to his niece, the only one of five siblings who was left out in the cold, so to speak!

Your bridesmaids should be sensible, reliable, trustworthy, honest and, dare I say it, normal. It is not wise to pick someone who is so shy and timid that she is going hide behind her bouquet

Anyway, back to your dilemma (although hopefully

every time the camera

you will see my point about making your choices).

points at her. It is

The basic question you have to ask yourself is what

completely ridiculous to ask someone who is a drama queen at the

do you actually want your bridesmaids to do on the

best of times because she is going to milk your wedding for every last

day and in the weeks leading up to the wedding?

drop and at every opportunity.

What I mean is, will your bridesmaids have a specific duty to perform are they just there to

Ditch the idea of asking your prim and proper cousin who has never

make up the numbers and look pretty on the

been kissed and had a personality bypass at the age of 4. Don’t even

day (although not prettier than you, of course).

think about asking your friend who is just so drop-dead gorgeous and

If you feel they have a role to play, then you really

doesn’t-she-know-it and please, please, please think twice before you

do need to make very careful choices and for that

ask your friend who is still talking about and in many way re-living

reason, it will help if you know each one of them

her own wedding two years ago and knows beyond any shadow of a

well. If one or all of them need to be able to

doubt that no-one else’s wedding is ever going to match it, let alone

support you and guide you through the obstacle

better it.

course that is wedding planning, then they need to have shed-loads of commonsense, bucketfuls of tact and be completely and utterly unflappable - even under the most extreme pressure. They need to be able to referee possible heated exchanges, calm you down when things get too

The best advice I can offer, if you really insist on having bridesmaids, is to choose them wisely, choose them for all the right reasons and choose them because you want them there beside you on the day. Above all else, choose bridesmaids who want to be your bridesmaids, because they love you and because they want your wedding day to be the best day of your life.

much, make logical decisions and know when speak and when to keep their own counsel. The last thing you need is for you to be the one offering the support and guidance and dishing out the words of wisdom and assurances that ‘everything will be alright’. Cornish Brides

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A Taste of the Orient Choosing your honeymoon destination can be difficult as the choice is so vast and varied. The Far East is an idyllic honeymoon heaven with an amazing choice of destinations that will surely please any couple as they make their first trip as husband and wife. It is a fusion of climates, cultures and experiences that combine to offer an exotic and unforgetable honeymoon that will live on in your memory forever. Take a look at three of the many beautiful countries you could include in your Far East honeymoon itinerary.

Thailand Thailand is a country of contrasts. It is a place you simply have to visit for yourself to experience all the wonders it has to offer. From breathtaking beaches to buzzing cities and peaceful villages, you will discover floating markets and patchwork landscapes of rice paddies, glistening temples and exotic nightlife. The best way to enjoy a Thai honeymoon is to combine a city, such as vibrant Bangkok with one of a fabulous array of islands and resorts, so you get the best of both worlds. Let’s start in Bangkok. Without a doubt, Bangkok is one of the most exciting cities in the world; a cultural phenomenon, shopping paradise and tourist hot-spot. It is one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan cities and home to more than 10 million people. In Bangkok you will find dazzling temples, eclectic markets, glossy malls and famous nightlife. At the heart of Bangkok is the Grand Palace, the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782. Still a working palace today, a visit to Bangkok would not be complete without a visit to this beautiful place. There are many ways to see Bangkok; by public transport, by boat or by way of a frenzied Tuk Tuk ride around the city - just be sure to hold on tight! Bangkok is a 24 hour city and if you haven’t done enough shopping during the day, a trip to a night market is always an option. Patpong Market in the Bang Rak district of the city is popular with tourists. It is vibrant, colourful and loud and it is flanked by nightclubs and bars. It is a fun place to barter for a bargain, as long as you remember this is a market in Bangkok and not everything you see for sale on the stalls will be the ‘genuine’ article. Bangkok has a fabulous selection of good hotels and getting around the city is easy. It’s a wonderful place to start your honeymoon, but after a few days, you might well be ready for something a little more sedate and relaxing! So, a few days on a sun-soaked beach might now be in order and Thailand has an amazing selection to choose from. In the clear waters of the Andaman Sea, you will find the jungle-covered hills, rubber plantations and the paddy fields of Phuket. Here you will also find spectacular scenery, tropical sunsets and magnificent long white beaches. Whilst the resort of Khao Lak boasts stunning waterfalls, crystal blue waters and a calm relaxing atmosphere that epitomises the beauty and tranquility that southern Thailand is famous for. Over on the east coast, Koh Samui has developed from a popular backpacker’s resort to a trendy up-market destination yet it has retained its laid back atmosphere. There are a number of beautiful crescent shaped dazzling white sandy beaches, aquamarine waters, coconut plantations, tiny fishing villages and ornate Buddhist shrines to explore. About an hour’s flight from Bangkok, you will arrive in Krabi, which offers some of the finest beaches in the whole of Asia with its trademark magnificent limestone rock formations towering around and above them. It’s a great choice for watersports enthusiasts and also boasts two national parks, waterfalls, mangrove forests and caves. A ferry ride from either Phuket or Krabi will take you to Phi Phi, a stunningly beautiful hideaway, offering dazzling white beaches and amazing underwater coral formations. Breathtaking rock formations and enticing turquoise waters make Krabi a utopia for beach and watersports lovers and it is the perfect place to wind-down at the end of an amazing honeymoon.

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Vietnam

Bali

Vietnam may not be the first country that springs to mind when thinking about your honeymoon, but it is stunningly beautiful and has such a lot to offer. Vietnam is a colourful and diverse land where rugged mountains meet lush forests, dense jungles combine with unspoilt beaches and frenetic bicycle-thronged cities merge with peaceful, rustic villages.

Known as ‘The Isle of Gods’, Bali is the best known of all the Indonesian islands and is the perfect destination for couples seeking a truly relaxing and intimate honeymoon. Bali is a sun-kissed, stylish island, blessed with shimmering, palm-fringed sandy beaches; a seamless blend of welcoming culture, intriguing architecture and stunning natural beauty combining to offer the ultimate in tranquility and pleasure. Luxurious hotels offer exceptional service and great cuisine that will ensure the escape of a lifetime. By contrast from the coastal resorts, in the middle of the island you will find rice fields, like giant steps reaching up to the hilltops, Hindu temples and palaces, winding rivers, tropical rainforests and spectacular volcanic mountain ranges.

The capital, Hanoi, is a fascinating city with the fusion of the oriental east and the colonial west. Its famous Old Quarter - with its 36 street - is the reason why Hanoi attracts such attention. Dating back to the 11th century, the area is rich in history, renowned for its stunning architecture and despite the ravishes of the Vietnam War, the Old Quarter has retained much of its original traits and beauty. Visit the markets for souvenirs and watch artisans at work; enjoy the lakes, parks, wide-tree lined bicycle filled boulevards, elegant French colonial mansions and relax at pavement cafés. A cruise along Halong Bay, one of the world’s natural wonders, is a must whilst in Hanoi. This is arguably the most beautiful tourist destination in Vietnam and the bay features more than a thousand limestone karsts (rock formations) and islands of various sizes and shapes dotted along the 120 km coastline of Bai Chay Beach. You could rent a bicycle and explore the tranquil village life in Vietnam or enjoy a leisurely Sampan cruise through rice fields and karsts before heading up to the Perfume Pagoda, where you will find a vast complex of Buddhist shrines and temples built into the limestone hillsides. The central coast and beaches, which are some of the best in the world, overlook magnificent offshore islands and fascinating coral reefs of the South China Sea.

For the ultimate in honeymoon luxury, choose one of the many the Balinese resorts that offer individual villas with a walled garden, private pool and personal chef to prepare romantic moonlight suppers to enjoy together under the stars. Most resort hotels boast superb spas where you can indulge and pamper yourselve or you can just laze on the white sandy beaches and swim at your leisure in the crystal clear waters.

Vietnam also boasts four UNESCO World Heritage sites - all within driving distance of each other. There is the former Imperial City of Hue, the ancient ‘Silk Road’ trading port of Hoi An, the spiritual centre of the Champa Civilisation, My Son and the mystical Phong Nha Caves in Quang Binh Province. Further down the coast you will come to Nha Trang, the coastal capital of Khanh Hoa where you will find pristine, soft white sandy beaches surrounded by warm turquoise waters filled with an abundance of sea life and the best climate in Vietnam with an estimated 250 days of sunshine a year. From Nha Trang, you can sail, enjoy excellent fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving or explore the surrounding countryside with its lush green paddy fields. Vietnam’s largest metropolis and undisputed commercial capital, Ho Chi Minh City, is in the south. Still widely known as Saigon, it is a city of contrasts where elegant hotels, exclusive restaurants and trendy bars mix with roadside noodle stalls, local markets, pagodas and an endless stream of bicycles and motorbikes. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels - a sprawling network of underground tunnels stretching over 200km from Ho Chi Minh City all the way to the Cambodian border. Take a trip to Cholon, the city’s Chinatown district and discover its eclectic markets and shops and the Cantonese Thien Hau Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea. Round off your trip to Vietnam with a visit to the Mekong Delta where you will experience authentic Vietnamese life amongst lush green rice paddies and waterways. A honeymoon in Vietnam will not disappoint.

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civil venue listings So, you know you’re definitely getting married, but have you decided where you want to say ‘I Do’ yet? If you have your heart set on a civil venue - as opposed to a church or register office - then Cornwall has a number of

A stunning location with glorious views. Our superb service, excellent food and attention

amazing licensed venues for you to choose from. There is an

to detail will ensure that your wedding day

ever-growing list of hotels, castles, manor houses and stately

is a day you will remember all your life and

homes which are now licensed to perform civil ceremonies.

for all the right reasons. Come and see for yourself what we have to offer - you won’t

Many have stunning views across lush countryside or

be disappointed because we know how to

dramatic seascape vistas providing the perfect romantic

turn dreams into realities.

backdrop for your big day and all are more than capable of helping you arrange the wedding of your dreams.

Carbis Bay Hotel

With our unique setting, offering uninterrupted views across the golden sands of Carbis Bay, combined with many years of catering experience and the highest standards of service, you have the ideal location to make this special day a success. Whatever the occasion, a dinner party for 6 or a wedding for 150, the Carbis Bay Hotel can be tailored to meet your precise needs.

Carlyon Bay Hotel

Perched high on the cliffs overlooking picturesque St Austell Bay, the Carlyon Bay Hotel is a truly idyllic place to celebrate your special day. And with over 25 years experience, we are experts at making your dreams come true.

Dane Road • Newquay Tel: 01637 872244 www.atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk

Carnglaze Caverns

A completely unique venue offering a choice of four licensed locations including the Rum Store which is licensed for up to 400 guests and has one of the longest aisles in Cornwall (almost 80m). For smaller weddings, our Underground Lake, Enchanted Dell and Vine Conservatory are ideal. Weddings haven’t gone out of style, they’ve just gone underground!

Carbis Bay Tel: 01736 795311 www.carbisbayhotel.co.uk

Carlyon Bay, St.Austell 01726 812304 www.brend-hotels.co.uk

St. Neot, Liskeard Tel: 01579 320251 www.carnglaze.com

Carn Marth

Eden Project

Falcon Hotel

A cool and contemporary family-run hotel

Magical, memorable and marvellous - three

offering panoramic views, a south-facing

ways to describe a wedding at Eden.

terrace, excellent service and a laid-back vibe with super sleek style and service. Catering for up to 200 guests

One of Cornwall’s top, award-winning wedding venues.

You can marry in the mediterranean or rainforest biomes or for a truly wonderful winter wedding, why not do it on ice - on our very own ice rink. We can cater for intimate weddings or

The Falcon Hotel offers you a most unique wedding experience in the most beautiful surroundings.

larger celebrations and you will enjoy the

Headland Road • Fistral Beach Newquay Tel: 01637 872519 www.carnmarth.com

services of our dedicated events team.

Our reputation is your guarantee.

The Eden Project • St. Austell 01726 811950 www.edenproject.com/weddings

Breakwater Road, Bude Tel: 01288 352005 www.falconhotel.com

Falmouth Hotel

Fowey Hotel

Greenbank Hotel

A romantic and stylish venue for weddings

Something Unique. Something Romantic. Something Boutique. Something Beautiful.

As one of Cornwall’s oldest and grandest hotels, there really is no better place to hold your civil ceremony and reception. Our beautiful landscaped gardens are fabulous for photographs and our views across Falmouth Bay are simply unbeatable! Combine this with our excellent food and first class service and you have the perfect venue for your wedding.

of up to 70 guests. If you are planning an intimate occasion, our Piano Lounge is ideal for up to 24 people seated or 30 for an informal buffet and our lovely gardens are perfect for welcome drinks and canapés. Feel free to call in anytime or contact our Wedding Co-ordinator.

Nestled into the harbourside overlooking Falmouth, the Greenbank combines centuries of tradition with contemporary styling for a timeless elegant feel. With sunlit waters and stunning vistas at every turn, it’s hard to imagine a more romantic setting for your special occasion. We have spaces to suit every need whether you’re having a civil ceremony, civil partnership or wedding reception.

Castle Beach, Falmouth 01326 312671 www.falmouthhotel.com

Telephone: 01726 832551 www.thefoweyhotel.co.uk

Harbourside, Falmouth Tel: 01326 312440 www.greenbank-hotel.co.uk

Headland Hotel

Hotel Victoria

Metropole Hotel

Two people in love make a marriage, but a stunning location makes for a special wedding. Could there be a more romantic setting for your vows than a luxury hotel overlooking wild, rugged cliff tops hugging a sandy cove? Perched in view of the Atlantic rollers lashing Cornwall’s north coast, The Headland boasts a breathtaking location for a fairytale wedding.

By choosing the Hotel Victoria - one of Newquay's best wedding venues - you are assured of a friendly but professional service and we will promise to do everything in our power to make your special day a memorable one. Call now for a viewing and a friendly, informal meeting with our Wedding Planner.

East Street, Newquay Tel: 08451 664 280

You can now exchange your vows in one of the most beautiful locations in Cornwall and we can offer a truly bespoke event to ensure your every expectation is exceeded. Our truly professional service guarantees you the Wedding Day of your Dreams.

The Metropole - Padstow

Tel: 01637 872211 www.headlandhotel.co.uk

www.hotel-victoria.co.uk

Tel: 01841 532486 www.the-metropole.co.uk

National Maritime Museum

Penmorvah Manor

Penventon Park Hotel

With over 25 years experience in hosting

A beautiful Georgian House set in

If you’re holding out for that perfect setting for your wedding, then look no further. Our unique and imaginative venue may be exactly what you’re looking for ... and then some! Whatever your requirements, we’re happy to discuss ideas with you and we’ll pull out all the stops to achieve the perfect day!

Dayna Pope, Conference Manager Telephone: 01326 214557 www.nmmc.co.uk

weddings, the Victorian Penmorvah Manor

woodlands in West Cornwall.

House, set in 6 acres of private woodland

Licensed for Civil Ceremonies for up

and mature gardens with views across the

to 150 guests.

valley leading to the sea, creates the

Spa and pre-Wedding Beauty.

perfect backdrop for your special day.

Fantastic reputation for excellent food.

Budock Water, Falmouth 01326 250277 www.penmorvah.co.uk

West End, Redruth Tel: 01209 203000 www.penventon.com

Porth Veor Manor

Rosewarne Manor

St. Ives Harbour Hotel

For a truly romantic venue that can be exclusively yours, look no further than Porth Veor Manor, the Country House on the Coast. For a wedding that is as truly individual as you are, book an appointment with our dedicated wedding team.

A family-run venue set in delightful countryside location offering a very personal service and truly superb food. Our beautiful function facilities and landscaped gardens will provide the perfect location for your special day. Our friendly staff will tailor every aspect to your requirements.

A wedding in Cornwall doesn’t get much

Porth Way, Newquay Tel: 01637 873274 www.porthveormanor.com

Rosewarne Manor Connor Downs, Hayle Tel: 01209 610414 www.rosewarnemanor.co.uk

The Terrace • St. Ives 01736 795221 www.stives-harbour-hotel.co.uk

St. Mellion Resort

Ta Mill

The Edgcumbe

A unique Cornish Wedding Venue in a secluded rural hideaway location with stunning views and quality service. Exclusive hire available and with our beautiful accommodation, you and your guests can celebrate and stay in the same idyllic venue.

The Edgcumbe is the only beachside accommodation and venue that offers sweeping views of Summerleaze beach perfect for an elegant and intimate wedding.

Set in 450 acres of stunning countryside in a private Cornish estate, St. Mellion is the perfect backdrop for your wedding. Stylish and modern and with everything you need in one location, so you can relax and enjoy your big day. Choice of suites for ceremonies and celebrations, helpful staff, great food, bespoke packages and amazing location.

better than this. Exchange your vows against a backdrop of golden sands, open skies and clear blue seas. Join your guests for Champagne in our lovely private gardens before heading down to the beach for magical photographs.

We offer you the choice of full ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening celebrations or a completely bespoke package to suit you.

St. Mellion, Saltash 01579 352063 www.st-mellion.co.uk

St. Clether, Launceston Tel: 01840 261797 www.tamill.co.uk

Summerleaze Crescent, Bude Tel: 01288 353846 www.edgcumbe-hotel.co.uk

Tregenna Castle

Trenython Manor

Civil Wedding Venues

Tregenna Castle Hotel is located in a

An elegant and historic 19th century

magnificent 72 acre estate with stunning

Manor House set in the heart of natural

For more details on Civil Wedding Venues in Cornwall, visit the Cornish Brides website:

views over St Ives.

woodlands and boasting breathtaking views

We are licensed for weddings and civil

over St Austell Bay.

partnerships with a choice of ceremony

The perfect venue for an intimate ceremony

rooms, including our beautiful outdoor

or larger wedding for up to 70 guests.

Pavilion - a truly unique venue.

Trenython ... more than you realised.

Tregenna Castle, St. Ives Tel: 01736 795254 www.tregenna-castle.co.uk

Trenython Manor 01726 814797 www.trenython.co.uk

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Do me a favour! Padstow based artisan confectioner, Buttermilk, has launched a range of new, individually packaged treats which would make perfect wedding favours. This family-run business already produces an extensive range of sweets, all lovingly handmade by a team of craft confectioners. Managing Director, Tracy McGoad told Cornish Brides: ‘Our new treat packs are proving extremely popular as wedding favours and gifts for guests at celebrations. They are the ideal sweet to enjoy at the table or to take away and enjoy later’. The company - which was established in 1964 and is now owned by Tracy and her husband, David - underwent a re-brand in Autumn 2015 when packaging for its range of over 60 different flavours of smooth and crumbly fudge was re-designed. To coincide with the update, Buttermilk also launched a number of new products, including chocolate-enrobed honeycomb, chocolate clusters and the chocolatedipped fudge fingers included in the wedding favour range. So, if you have a sweet tooth and like the idea of providing your wedding guests with handmade Cornish favours, check out the new Buttermilk range.

www.buttermilk.co.uk

How about making your own wedding favours using these cute cookie cutters from Lindy’s Cakes. View the full range on the website and decide the style and shape of your cookies, which you can decorate to match the theme and colour of your wedding. www.lindyscakes.co.uk

And so another issue of Cornish Brides is complete. We hope you enjoy reading the magazine as much as we always enjoy putting it together. We’ve already started work on our next issue and we have some more amazing ideas and inspiration for you from the world of weddings. We’ll also be taking a nostalgic look back at some of our favourite bridal shoots and we’ll be reviewing our visit to New York International Bridal Week in April, as well as White Gallery London. We’ll have more fabulous honeymoon suggestions - based on personal experiences - and we’ll be scouring the globe to bring you all the latest bridal related news and trends. In the meantime, you can keep up-to-date by liking/following Cornish Brides on Facebook and Twitter and, as usual, you are always more than welcome to get in touch at any time with your own news and views. We love hearing from you, so keep those emails coming. Have fun with your wedding plans and we’ll see you next time xx

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