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HELLO & WELCOME! HAPPY NEW YEAR! It's a new year and a new look for Save the Date Magazine - hope you like it! Our website has been recently revamped and we're getting some great feedback so if you're on the hunt for that perfect wedding venue or in need of a wedding supplier, make sure you visit savethedatemagazine.co.uk Then we have this edition which is packed full of ideas for your big day. From emerging trends like green foliage & brownie bars to amazing real weddings packed with incredible styling, you'll be spoilt for choice.

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he bohemian, folk like wedding of Oktavia and Ruben blew us away. We think you’ll feel the same … here’s the fabulous bride Oktavia; “Our ceremony was held in a forest on the Thoresby Hall Estate.

Growing up in Germany I would spend a lot of time in the woods, we both love forests and knew we wanted a woodland ceremony. We wanted our ceremony setting to be outside, unusual and romantic.

We looked around a lot of options, Thoresby Hall was available and happy to help us bring our idea to life. Teresa the wedding coordinator at Thoresby was so helpful in creating our vision and helping us in providing the hay bails, which completed the look.

Our reception venue was held at the Tudor Barn at Warsop; We loved the rustic, countryside feel of the barn which matched perfectly with our style and theme for the day.

The style of our wedding was overall a relaxed, non traditional (we wanted desperately to avoid the elegant/traditional wedding look), down to earth, village-wedding-feel and folk like party.

The ceremony theme was very bohemian with dream catchers and hail bails for décor to really reflect our love of nature and the outdoors. The barn reception then had a more rustic, country feel with tables lined with wild flowers and a touch of an industrial style, with the bulb lights hanging over our top table.

It was important to us to have a photographer whose style matched ours. We had seen ‘Grace Elizabeth Photography’ photograph friends of our weddings and we knew right from the start that we wanted them to photograph and film our wedding day and were so thrilled when they were able to! We loved their relaxed, natural and boho style.

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They really supported and understood us and our style and were amazing on the day.

I wore a dress by Katya Katya Shehurina and a bespoke flower crown.

I wanted a dress that would look like it belonged in the polish countryside, to have a Slavic/Eastern European look, as my parents are originally from Poland and I love this style. The bridesmaids dresses I made myself, I wanted a relaxed look and a design that really suited everyone one of the girls.The Groomsmen wore braces, bowties and flat caps using the colour grey to match with the bridesmaid’s dresses.

Ruben wanted to go for a brown tweed rustic suit and the bow tie he wore I had found in a charity shop a few years ago and I had given to him as a gift, so it had a sentimental meaning to us both.

For us food was not a big fuss, it was kindly made for us by my friend and colleague from the café I work at and we just had a classic Sunday roast and in the evening we had cheese platters. Our wedding cake was homemade by one of my bridesmaids.

A BIG THING FOR US WAS COFFEE! WE ARE BIG COFFEE LOVERS, IN FACT RUBEN PROPOSED TO ME IN THE BEST COFFEE/BARISTA SHOP IN BRITAIN...

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A big thing for us was coffee! We are big coffee lovers, in fact Ruben proposed to me in the best coffee/barista shop in Britain – so incorporating this was really important to us.

When we found The Split Screen Coffee Co. we knew they would be perfect! Jen was an absolute dream, her coffee was so yummy and she also made us amazing muffins, cupcakes and macaroons!

Her and her husband were so supportive and helpful to us, communications with them were great and they were so kind to us, even letting us use their own private car as our wedding car (the VW campervan), which her husband drove us in on the day!

The fact that our wedding was all DIY made our wedding stand out, we did all the organising and sourcing (except for the tables and chairs which we hired). Our friends and us did everything; it was a real team effort. There was so much thought and love put into it everything, which made the whole thing so personal and unique to us.

Our flowers were completely home grown by our florist Becky which made it really special, we love supporting small local businesses and a lot of thought and effort was put in to our beautiful flowers.

Our bridal party organised some games during the evening; one of these was a German wedding tradition (as we are both German), the Veil Dance – every woman or man who wants to dance with the groom or bride, has to pay for it and then dances with them under the veil – our bridal party asked people to put money to contribute towards our honeymoon – which was a lovely, thoughtful sentiment.

For future brides, I would say try to time your wedding well, do it at a time when you don’t have lots of other big things going on in life.

Also don’t over think the little things, sometimes it really doesn’t matter that much in the end. I am a perfectionist, but at times I made myself take a step back and asked myself does it really matter if this bit isn’t 100% perfect? Relax and enjoy the process, don’t put lots of pressure on the small things.”

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To see more of this amazing wedding, make sure you have a nosey at our ‘Real Weddings’ page on our website for more wedding eye candy!

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etting married this year? Putting those final touches to your wedding day and need some inspiration? Or maybe you’re getting married next year and want to find out what’s all the rage and what to look out for; here’s some trends we’ve seen emerging …

food trucks

Feed your guests al fresco (because a sit down formal wedding breakfast is no longer a

must have) and have you seen those cool food trucks serving up street food popping up; from prosecco vans to rustic pizza trucks, they’re too good to miss. Make sure you check out our ‘Food Trucks’ in our ‘cream of the crop’ directory on the website www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk

The Hidden Gem – Wood Fired Pizzeria

bell tents

Make a weekend of it! Hire some bell tents or give guests the option to stay over at your venue and wake up to breakfast butties and continue the celebrations! It’s all about the post wedding party …

Bell Tents from Tinkers Bells

A two-piece wedding dress is a real hit with fashion conscious brides who like something that little bit different Two Piece Dress by Baroque Couture & Image by Oehlers Photography

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Calligraphy has been around for a little while now but continues to appeal to those savvy brides looking for a personal, stylish way to invite their guests and continue the theme through to the big day. We have some fabulous calligraphy specialists in our ‘Stationery’ category in our ‘Cream of the Crop’ directory Mint Green Calligraphy

drinks

Personalise your drinks; the bride and groom serve up their favourite tipple and name them after themselves

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The naked cake continues to rein supreme with its popularity amongst festival brides wanting something that little bit different to a traditional wedding cake Cake by Elle Jane - Image by Matt Horan Photography

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Grazing dessert stations are popping up now; think donuts and brownie bars (fairground style!)

glamour

Calligraphy by Polly & Me - Image by Rachael Connerton Photography

Metallics are still going strong with a nod to the

Great Gatsby era complete with glitz, glamour and sequins galore

Suspended flowers hanging from the ceiling of the venue or the top of a tipi make such an impact and we’re expecting to see more and more of these over 2017

flowers Flowers by Number 27 Floral Design & Image by Pear and Bear Photography

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e enjoy working with the team at Premier. They’re professional, hard working and know a thing or two about how to style a wedding with their endless props and decor items to hire. Here, we chat to their wedding co-ordinator Libbie; So, tell me Libbie, what do you do at Premier Events and how would you sum up your role?

As Premier’s Wedding Co-ordinator, I am the first point of contact for most of our couples. I typically respond to their initial phone call or email to discuss their ideas and requirements. From there, I offer advice and support on the couples requirements, typically this includes suggested timings plus any venue specific points we can advise on, such as what works well and where to position things. Also in a lot of cases, I will also set up a meeting to go into more depth as to what the bride and groom want and try and come up with creative ways in which we can achieve their ideas.

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Premier is a family, and that’s the best thing. We are not the biggest events company (yet), but this means we can be really flexible and spend time with our clients to ensure we deliver the best service and advice. The team are also great, we all get on so well, which is why I think we are growing so quickly, because its not just a job for all of us here, we really do love what we do and the job satisfaction from a brilliantly executed wedding with amazing feedback, is what drives us to go above and beyond for our clients.

So, there you have it. You really can be assured of exceptional customer service with Premier.

What is your favourite product/service you supply for weddings?

People love a photo, especially at weddings but the traditional booths can look a bit out of place against all the pretty décor.

This is why I love our new Magic Selfie Mirror because unlike a booth, it’s pretty in its own right. With its beautiful ornate frame, it looks just like a boutique floor length mirror, making it the perfect way to capture those special moments, while ensuring your décor remains classy and stylish, what’s not to love!?

Talk us through your most popular requests and what seems to be trending for this year?

Our most popular request has always been dance floors and LED uplighting because that’s how Ben, our MD, started to build the business along with mobile discos. Our white starlit dance floor and LED uplighters never seems to go out of fashion, and are still top of the list when it comes to wedding reception décor.

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To get in touch;

www.premier-event-services.com info@premier-ltd.com 0116 202 9953

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t James Hotel is an independent boutique hotel conveniently located in the heart of the vibrant Nottingham city centre.

With refurbishments made in 2014 inspired by the luxurious grand palazzos of Venice, the St James Hotel has been transformed into a stylish sanctuary offering an exquisite and relaxing atmosphere for all of its guests.

The hotel boasts an extensive variety of room designs ranging from the youthful Crash Pads to The Penthouse. All of the rooms have been uniquely designed to provide comfort with elegance and style throughout making St James Hotel an undeniably unique boutique hotel in Nottingham.

Sales and Marketing Manager, Laura Snow says, “We have several different function rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and a number of options suitable for hosting your wedding breakfast and reception.

Our largest room can hold up to 180 people and we offer a number of different packages to suit all weddings and can create tailor made, bespoke packages to suit all requirements.

Our flexible menu options combined with a dedicated manager and coordinator on hand at all times ensures all our weddings run seamlessly.

The icing on the cake being that our beautiful reception rooms all offer stunning views of Nottingham Castle and beyond.�

To get in touch;

www.stjames-hotel.com events@stjames-hotel.com 0115 941 1114 St James Hotel, 1 Rutland Street, Nottingham, NG1 6FL

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WEDDING STATIONERY Rose Press is a boutique design and letterpress studio specialising in bespoke wedding stationery for your special day. hello@rosepress.co.uk www.rosepress.co.uk

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hen it comes to wedding trends in the world of flowers, Sarah at Mrs Umbels knows a thing or two … here she is to tell us what to expect; “Foliage…something we see all the time but maybe not something we really look at. There are so many shades of green from the acid limes right through to the soft silvers of Eucalyptus. And so many different shapes, round leaves, palmate leaves, spiky olive leaves and then the soft delicate fronds of ferns. This year I decided I would like to become a foliagist, I don’t think this term exists but I think it should. Flowers are beautiful and being a florist and getting to work with them every day is a joy and a privilege, but foliage also has lots to offer and sometimes something simple can more effective.

The pantone colour of the year 2017 is green and for good reason… green is the background colour which gardeners and florists and indeed anyone working with plants and flowers use as a foil for the more dramatic colours of flowers…green foliage is like white walls for us flowery people, it’s a blank canvas for all those glorious colours…but I’m championing green as the new trend for this season.

I was lucky enough to do a few fabulous weddings with open minded brides who trusted me to use foliage where you would normally see flowers…the effects were stunning. This year my mission is to do a wedding or event that only uses foliage….any takers? Green has a lot to offer so take a leaf (!) out of my book and start looking at foliage with new eyes, a whole new world will appear.

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My shed is in a muddy field surrounded by grass, trees, flowers and foliage. Come see me sometime, I’d love to show you around and talk all things flowers, weddings and of course foliage!”

Mrs Umbels is a bespoke wedding and event florist based near Newark.

Consultations are strictly by appointment only. Mrs Umbels is starting a run of workshops for 2017, have a look at her website for dates and prices, a workshop is just the starting point to become as obsessed with flowers and foliage as she is!

Image by Vanessa Adams Photography

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www.mrs-umbels.co.uk sarah@mrs-umbels.co.uk 07789 986 558

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eciding on your photographer is tough. There are lots to choose from and it’s a field not many of us are all that familiar with. That’s why we feel it’s important for you to get to know the photographers we work with as much as possible; as they say, knowledge is power! Here, we introduce Ed Godden who we have worked with for many years. His images are timeless and quirky and he delivers a fantastic service to all his brides: So, Ed, how long have you been shooting weddings for?

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I tell all my couples that if they like what they see on my website, then great, lets chat! Being blown away with a great first impression of a photographer's work is very important. As well as making sure that you’ll get on well with your photographer too.

When you’re not behind a camera, what are your favourite things to do?

Running. I like long distance running, and have taken part in lots of half marathons, as well as two full marathons. I’m currently about to start training for my third marathon that I’ll be running in 2017.

Why did you decide to become a wedding photographer?

Because I loved the thought that my hobby/passion could actually be my job too! Photographing couples in love, and meeting such amazing people every week makes me very happy. And if I can take a whole heap of cool images along the way… even better!

How would you describe your style of wedding photography?

Fun, different, creative, and colourful!

What do you enjoy the most about being a wedding photographer?

Seeing how happy couples are when they receive their wedding photos.

Knowing that I’ve captured a collection of special moments that they’ll cherish forever is very fulfilling.

What advice would you give to brides and grooms currently searching for their wedding photographer?

Go with your gut feeling! There are so many photographers around nowadays that making the decision of who to choose is tough.

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www.edgodden.co.uk 07977 559853 ed@edgodden.co.uk

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aarlem bridal was created in 2015 by designer Astra Slater.

Astra achieved her degree in fashion and contour design in 2010 and was selected as a finalist in the student designer of the year for the bridal buyer awards 2009.

Astra established Timeless Couture a multi award-winning couture bridal company in 2011, during this time she recognised the need for a more flexible and couture service delivered through wholesale designers.

Haarlem Bridal dresses are designed and produced in house in the beautiful Haarlem Mill, nestled in the Peak District. Designed and made in England has always been a strong company ethos for Astra and her team. This enables Haarlem Bridal to offer great flexibility in design and short timescales for production. Having styled and designed dresses for hundreds of brides all over the world, Astra has a keen eye for new styles and luxurious fabrics to stay on trend for the bride of today.

Haarlem bridal is made up from a personable and friendly team of highly skilled seamstresses and designers. Each member of the team is highly accountable in giving excellent customer service and always on the end of the phone or email to help. Astra can help guide you through the collection, and can also help you design your own collection exclusive to your boutique.

So, if you’re looking for a wedding dress that little bit different, with personality, flair and a creative edge, Haarlem Bridal offer just that.

To get in touch;

www.haarlembridal.com hello@haarlembridal.com 01629 825974

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eddings are becoming more and more a case of ‘Your day, your way’ and brides and grooms are not feeling the need to conform to tradition. However, when it comes to planning your wedding, there are a lot of question marks for brides who aren’t sure which route to take. Here are just a few of the questions we’ve seen crop up;

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How should I announce my engagement?

Traditionally announcing your upcoming nuptials in the local newspaper is a romantic old fashioned keepsake. More modern brides are choosing to spread the news almost instantly across social media.

How should I word my invitations?

Your invitations are the first taster your guests receive of what's to come and whether they're traditional or contemporary, it's easy to get carried away with the design and forget the vital details. Depending on your family situation, the invitations can either come the traditional way from the bride’s parents or more modern, directly from the bride and groom themselves.

Is it ok to ask for money instead of gifts?

Traditionally the Father of the bride makes the first speech followed by the groom and best man. Speeches are best when short and sincere.

Some brides opt for the speeches before the meal so the nerves are gone and the speakers can enjoy their meal but others choose to wait until afterwards as it’s the perfect ‘sit back and relax with a coffee’ for the guests after dinner whilst enjoying the speeches. It just depends on the people who are making the speeches really.

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Most couples are set up in their own homes before tying the knot and simply don't require a set of saucepans or tea towels. Your guests will understand this and giving money as an alternative is the norm.

Alternatively, you could set up a honeymoon account with a travel agent where your guests contribute towards this by using a unique code.

Where do I start with my seating plan? Do I need a top table?

Who should make a speech? What order? When should speeches take place?

It's always good to strike a balance between mixing people up and seating family together for a good atmosphere. A traditional 'top table' is not always possible with modern families so don’t feel you have to do anything you don’t feel comfortable with.

Weddings and social media … should I have a wedding website/hash tag?

So easily now weddings can be a social media extravaganza with personalised websites, pages and hash tags for guests to upload snaps throughout the day. It totally depends on your personal outlook on this – do what you feel is right and reflects your personalities.

Wedding party attire. Should my groomsmen and groom be in the same suits?

Dressing your official wedding party such as your groomsmen and parents in the same suits can create a sense of occasion and responsibility and is a good way of making family members feel included. Traditionally, the ushers wear the same as the father of the bride/groom whilst the groom and best man wear something slightly different but complimenting the others in the wedding party.

Should I invite children?

Sometimes your guests can relax and enjoy themselves more without the responsibility of children however, there are loads of ways to include children and keep them entertained should you opt to involve them in your big day (plus they offer the cute factor in the wedding pictures!)

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ere at The Priest House by the River, we were really excited to have been nominated by our wedding couples for The Wedding Industry Awards 2017. With its own 42 acres of grounds along the banks of the River Trent, and a private driveway, it’s easy to see why we’re a much loved venue.

The Priest House Hotel have recently undergone many changes throughout the venue, including the refurbishment of our Garden Suite, and our Restaurant, which has been transformed into a brand new reception drinks area with its own private courtyard. Being the only couple to get married at The Priest House on the same day means you can make the most of your wedding day by selecting between our versatile event spaces to suit the needs of you and your guests.

We invite you to come and discover our stunning venue and make your dreams come to reality...

WE HAVE BEEN INUNDATED WITH MESSAGES FROM FRIENDS AND FAMILY SAYING IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST WEDDINGS THEY HAD BEEN TO...

TESTIMONIALS; "Our wedding was absolutely perfect, we could not have asked for a more wonderful day, and especially for a more wonderful venue or team!"

- Kate & Roman, 1/10/16 "Thanks to you and all the staff at the Priest House for making my wedding day perfect! Everything ran smoothly and all in all it was absolutely amazing and we both loved every minute of it.

Thank you so much."

- Tracey & James, 20/09/16 "Lee and I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone at the priest house. We had such an amazing day and it all ran very smoothly. Our guests loved the venue!"

– Kate & Lee, 30/07/16 "We have been inundated with messages from friends and family saying it was one of the best weddings they had been to and complimenting all the staff for the helpful and courteous service you all extended to us and our guests" – Courtney & Ashley, 4/11/16

To get in touch;

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www.thepriesthouse.co.uk enquiries@thepriesthouse.co.uk 01332 810649 Kings Mills, Castle Donington, Derbyshire, DE74 2RR

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To see more of this shoot, make sure you check out our blog!

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It is becoming more and more popular to ask your best girl(s) to be your bridesmaid in a quirky, creative way making the sentiment even more special and giving them a keepsake and memento to cherish forever.

Here, we look at the different ways to ask those special girls in your life … now you just need to choose who to ask!

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You could have one of these gorgeous tags

These personalised cookies are just too

to put a smile on their face and you can write

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beautiful to eat – plus you can have them

your own little note inside – cost effective but

tipple … (www.lisajaynecreative.com)

still very special (www.paperknots.co.uk)

stamped with your quote of choice, gift wrapped and sent off to your lucky recipient (www.the-kitsch-hen.co.uk)

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Bridesmaid Styling kits are the perfect way

These lovely vintage plates would make a

These marble effect cards are not only stylish

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beautiful keepsake too –

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(www.pollyandme.co.uk)

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Not only is he creative and original but he gets such a great rapport with his brides and grooms that the results are always amazing. And this super stylish wedding of Stephanie and Aaron is no exception – here Stephanie tells us all about it; “We married at Natural Retreats and fell in love the moment we arrived, the breathtaking views, luxury lodges and the fact that we were able to put our own stamp on our wedding, which was particularly important to us. The venue was relaxed, rustic and we had the freedom to create the wedding we wanted.

We wanted our wedding to be a little different, and most of all have good food and be fun! We were lucky to have friends help us decorate the dining room the day before, cut out a world map outline for the table plan and create the most beautiful, digital geometric print stationery for us.

We had a unicorn piñata and a disco ball in the dance room, a vintage photo booth and a pizza van in the evening. The bridal car was an old vintage beetle, with a soft top - which certainly allowed us to make an entrance! The bridesmaids travelled in a vintage VW campervan. We also had light up S&A letters, which I loved!

I wore the Sassi Holford, Lindsay dress. I wanted a bold vintage lace dress with a beautiful back and a bit of a trail and this dress really ticked the boxes. It was important to me that the dress was relaxed, had movement and I would be able to dance all night!

Aaron wore a Made to Measure suit, from Doherty Evans and Stott, a tailors in Manchester.

The bridesmaids wore different dresses, with the majority being embellished. My little sister who is 6 fell in love with an ivory full skirted dress, with a pink sash... she didn't really want to consider any other dress as soon as she had tried that on and fell in love with 'big skirt'.

Food and drink was of particular importance to us! The caterers we used for the wedding breakfast were very flexible and allowed us to create our perfect menu. The canapés were flowing during the drinks reception with mini sausage and mash, mini grilled cheese and truffle sandwiches, Manchester egg and bean quesadilla.

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The evening food was wood fired pizza. The caterers set up a pizza van and gazebo outside and created several gorgeous pizzas for 3 hours, allowing guests to refuel during the dancing! They also provided the BBQ the next day, down by the lodges.

Our bar company did a Mr and Mrs cocktail for us - The Mr cocktail being a whiskey sour and the Mrs cocktail being an espresso martini.

There were lots of sore heads the following morning!

We had personalised Blackpool sticks of rock for our favours (Aaron is from Blackpool).

We had the most amazing band, called The Wandering Hands, who entertained our guests during the drinks reception and over dinner.

Everyone said how amazing and fun they were. We also had a piñata, filed with sweets and glitter.

We had a vintage photo booth, which was really great printing black and white images, with some amazing props. Then, we had lawn games during the reception (giant jenga, connect four and croquet) and then human hungry hippos for the Sunday, which was hilarious!

Remember it’s your day, and although you will feel the need to please everyone, make sure you do what is right for you! It’s a happy and fun occasion, so don't sweat the small stuff! Take time to appreciate all your hard work, step back and see the people you love all in one place having fun and celebrating with you!”

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Makeney Hall M akeney Hall is set within 6 acres of stunning landscaped gardens and steeped in 18th century

history, the perfect location for your day! Think of Makeney Hall as a blank canvas, just waiting for you to make your very own.

The Woodland Gardens is our picturesque outside ceremony area for couples who wish to combine the grandeur of Makeney Hall with the rolling fields around us.

Inside Makeney Hall we have a range of beautiful suites you can choose from, all of which are licensed to hold your wedding. The Milford Suite, The Conservatory and Lavinia’s, The Chartwell and The Chevin can all be transformed into the perfect setting for your day.

The world of wedding planning is changing and we believe in being flexible to ensure your plans are made a reality! Request our brochure and pick the elements you’re looking for.

To receive a brochure please call the wedding team on 01332 845703, or email weddings.makeney@shlhotels.com.

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At Anara Designs we specialise in bespoke designed pieces made especially for you such as jewellery, hand-painted or embellished shoes, gifts, accessories and many more. We can work from your ideas, to match an outfit, wedding dress, theme or colour scheme, making it personal and totally unique.

What is the cost for this bespoke service?

We believe that attention to detail is especially important. We hand make everything using only the highest quality materials in creating our designs.

The other accessories that we offer are also priced very competitively but still giving you that bespoke versatility.

What is your background and how did Anara Designs begin?

When working as a photographer, I saw how the market was sadly lacking a place from where people could get high quality, bespoke pieces of jewellery, shoes and accessories at affordable prices. So when, for personal reasons, we had to stop taking bookings as wedding photographers, it gave a perfect opportunity to turn a love of this craft from a hobby into a career and thus Anara Designs emerged.

What are your most popular requests from brides?

All our shoes are priced between £55 - £150.

This depends on which shoe you choose and the extent of artwork or design that goes into it.

How far in advance of a wedding day should a bride approach you?

We recommend that you come and see us as soon as possible so we can provide you with the best service. Anara isn't a shop it’s an experience, let Sarah use her design talents to give you a bespoke product idea to take away. Sarah will do sketches and costings to send you during the next week or so to make your visit relaxing knowing no final decision has to be made till you are ready.

We can do orders in short notice but do ask for a minimum of a month.

Our most popular requests are our bespoke shoes, We are stockist of Rainbow club, Paradox Pink, The Perfect Bridal Company and we also have our own Designed shoe and boot, this gives you over 100 pairs of shoes to choose from and one of the largest collections in the country.

HAND EMBELLISHED SHOES - We can design and embellish your shoes to match your wedding dress and jewellery, creating a pair of unique Wedding Shoes personalised especially for you. We use only the highest quality materials such as Swarovski, Crystals, Pearls, Lace and Beads.

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With vast experience when it comes to weddings and events Wedding Coordinator Sally Martin and the award winning team at Hart’s can offer a dream solution to your day. With a full wedding license for civil ceremonies and partnerships, and the ability to cater for up to 100 for a sit down wedding breakfast, you can be sure that every one of your guests will feel spoilt when it comes to the Hart’s experience.

A true WOW factor and totally unique to Hart’s is their beautiful private garden with striking views overlooking the city of Nottingham. A real advantage to a city centre based hotel, guests can hold their drinks reception and canapés within the walled garden, before moving to ‘Hart’s Upstairs’ for their sumptuous wedding breakfast.

Boasting 32 light, airy bedrooms, Hart’s Hotel has all the modern facilities you would expect from a hotel of this calibre, you really can relax and enjoy the complete Hart’s experience.

So, if it’s a combination of city centre chic meets rural romance you’re aiming for, then Hart’s could be your perfect wedding solution.

To get in touch;

www.hartsnottingham.co.uk s.martin@hartsnottingham.co.uk 0115 988 1900 Hart's Hotel and Restaurant, Standard Hill, Park Row, Nottingham NG1 6GN Balloons from; That Black & White Cat - Bespoke events www.thatblackandwhitecat.co.uk 07399 081776

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New for 2017, Kerry has freshened up the Tineke brand and is pleased to announce a revamped website to reflect this: www.tinekefloraldesigns. co.uk featuring Tineke to Go. Tineke offer their Bride’s and Groom’s a highly dedicated service and are recognised as the regions top floral designer, having scooped the prestigious wedding industry awards for 4 consecutive years. Kerry is now also on the judging panel for these awards. Tineke are widely known for their highly creative, luxurious and quality floral designs for weddings and events in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and throughout the UK. Tineke to go is another great service offered, for couple’s who maybe don’t have the time or inclination to plan their wedding flowers. It also offers a very clear pricing structure, so easier for budget planning.

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You can see their fabulous reviews and testimonials on their social media and website. Contact them to discuss your wedding plans and for inspiration, limited dates available in 2017 and taking bookings for 2018.

To get in touch;

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Here at Gail Dandy Catering we offer a bespoke catering service using the finest ingredients, aiming to use locally sourced products when possible to create delicious home-made food. At Gail Dandy Catering, we know how special your wedding day is and we like to start by finding out what’s important to you and then we can work together towards organising and planning your perfect Wedding day.

At Gail Dandy Catering we always listen carefully and advise you honestly, to ensure your event is just perfect in every way. Any challenges are tackled with energy, innovation, sensitivity and care. Our main goal is to provide a perfectly smooth, seamless catered wedding that you and your guests will always remember. We pride ourselves on our intimate and flexible approach, producing unique and delicious menus for our customers every time.

To get in touch;

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From the grand entrance and red carpet welcome to an evening of dancing under

twinkling lights, The Nottinghamshire provides the perfect backdrop for your Wedding.

End your day in style in our stunning Bridal Suite and beautifully appointed guest rooms which can be hired exclusively for your special day.

“From the moment we arrived at The Nottinghamshire we knew it was the perfect place to have our wedding day.

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hoosing the right Makeup Artist for your wedding day is a big decision! How you look and feel on your special day means so much.

Here we chat to Makeup Artist Ali Gunn who has been working with brides for nearly 20 years and is now based in Nottinghamshire.

"I’m very lucky to have worked with so many wonderful brides over the years, usually around 60 weddings per year. I really enjoy the processit’s such an exciting time!

Makeup can completely transform not just your appearance, but also how you feel. I work with each client to determine their perfect wedding day look. I use colours, shades and techniques to enhance your natural beauty, ensuring it will last until the end of the night and photograph beautifully. Helping you to feel calm, relaxed and reassured.

I’m so fortunate to have gained invaluable makeup experience working with famous makeup artist Charlotte Tillbury on London Fashion Week shows, eight years with MAC cosmetics and famous faces including Billy Piper, Poppy Delevingne and Becky Adlington.

I’m also in the process of releasing some makeup tutorials for QVS beauty for tips on how to create various looks, see my pages below for more info."

To get in touch;

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Peak Edge Hotel was built in 2011 to complement the existing Red Lion Bar and Bistro which dates back to the 17th Century. Exuding charm and character and creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, our stunning venue combines the classic natural beauty of the Peak District countryside with the sleek elegance of modern boutique all in one venue.

Exclusive Our promise to you is that we will only ever hold one wedding a day allowing you and your guests to experience our undivided attention.

Our experienced wedding planners will be on hand throughout your planning and then on your wedding day to ensure everything is as perfect as you can imagine.

Excellent Location All major transport links are within easy reach of the hotel, which is situated between the market town of Chesterfield and Matlock surrounded by open countryside, the venue lends itself as an ideal destination. Historic Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Bakewell are only a short drive away.

The Icing on the Cake Our 26 luxury bedrooms, 3 adaptable function rooms and Award Winning Food all add to the experience which is ‘The Peak Edge Hotel.’

Wedding Fayre – Sunday 12th March 2017 11.00am until 4.00pm Wedding Showcase Evening – Tuesday 14th March 2017 5.00pm – 9.00pm

To get in touch;

www.peakedgehotel.co.uk weddings@peakedgehotel.co.uk Darley Rd, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S45 0LW 01246 566142

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