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Brides bulletin
Catch up on the news from around the county
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Wedding of the year
Find out who won the last round and
meet this issue's contenders
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Setting up home
Inspiration from around the world
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Real weddings
Be inspired by other brides and grooms
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Ooh la lace
Be inspired by one of this season's most romantic trends
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Make a statement
Show-stopping hair accessories for the big day
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Are you a bridezilla?
Take our fun quiz to find out
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Steal their style
Our real wedding brides always
have fantastic style, we pick three of our favourites
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The etiquette survival guide
What to do, and when to do it
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Marriage ref
We tackle your pre- and post-wedding dilemmas
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Picture perfect
Must-have snaps for the all-important
wedding album
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Reigate, Redhill and Tandridge
We take a look at some of the most
picturesque venues in the area
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Wild luxury
Jennifer Kettle samples the delights of South Africa and Zambia
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| Regular features, news, events, Q&A special - and much more |
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| 27th January 2012 |
| Man of the moment |
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Local menswear experts give their top tips and advice on dressing the groom and his party
The bride will no doubt have been planning her dream dress since she was a small girl. The groom however, has probably never given a second thought to his big day attire and is flummoxed by the options available. If this sounds like a man you know, then our helpful guide will point him in the right direction.
2012 Trends
"Similarly to 2011, traditional morning suits will still be popular with grey and black being the colours of choice, although navy morning suits are showing signs of being very on trend too. Top hats are now being worn more than ever and we are seeing a change in accessory styles too, with groomsmen choosing ties rather than cravats," says Phil Dunne, Windsor Formal Hire.
To read on see page 97 of the current issue. |
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BRIDE by Natasha Jane, situated in Dorking High Street, is excited to be one of the first UK stockists of the well- established American labels Private Label by G and Ella Rosa.
These new additions have been established in the USA and Canada for many years and launched here in the UK this autumn. Natasha Jane says: "We were excited to receive the collections in September, and we will also be adding some current 2012 ranges from our existing designers next year."
For more details visit the website at
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| New year, new weddings |
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Snow-covered scenes, mulled wine and cosy log fires; Christmas and New Year are always romantic occasions where we see many gentlemen pop the question. And if you're one of the lucky ladies with a new sparkler on your finger, then congratulations, and I hope you enjoy reading Your Surrey Wedding to kick-start your preparations.
When it comes to the initial stages of the planning, there are two key aspects to book first; the venue and photographer - and you'll find plenty of inspiration for both this issue. If the winter months have inspired you for your big day, check out page 21 and take a look at our Winter Wonderland venues feature. There's also a whole host of ideas for all those couples wanting to get married in Reigate, Redhill and Tandridge.
Happy planning,
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| Danielle Harvey, Editor |
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| Make sure you email editor@yoursurreywedding.co.uk to keep us up to date with all your news |
| Win your wedding accessories worth £700 |
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Grace offers you a unique and personal experience in the search for your wedding dress and accessories. The welcoming bridal boutique in Westcott between Dorking and Guildford is spacious, with floor to ceiling mirrors, a large changing room and seating so that you and your bridal party can capture, in comfort, the excitement of your most significant shopping experience!
Grace stocks an exquisite selection of wedding jewellery by Emma Hadley Wedding, veils by The Couture Veil, tiaras and hair pieces by Halo & Co and shoes by Pink and Benjamin Adams.
There is a number of leading wedding dress designers at the boutique for both vintage and contemporary weddings; Blue, Sassi Holford, Kate Sherford, including Canadian designer Paloma Blanca. These collections combine silks and French lace and have been individually chosen to symbolise grace, elegance, sophistication and poise.
Your Surrey Wedding has teamed up with Grace to offer a fantastic prize of winning your wedding accessories up to the value of £700. |
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| Q&A Fashion & Beauty |
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Feeling feminine
Q - I am of a slim build with quite an athletic shape and was wondering which style of wedding gown should I opt for to create feminine curves?
A - Sharon says: Try to create the illusion of curves, while showcasing your fabulous figure. A ball gown with a fitted bodice and full skirt will do this perfectly by adding fullness to your hips while accentuating your small waist. Added beading on and around the bust enhances a smaller chest.
Also, an A-line style gown fitted through the shoulders and flaring out to the hem with a narrow plunging v-shape neckline will draw the eye inwards and avoid enhancing breadth of shoulders. Details on the waist will define your slim figure. |
| Our big day |
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Daljit Kaur Mahoon and Andrew Babel, married on 23rd July, 2011, at St Mary's Church in Walton on Thames followed by a reception at Oatlands Park Hotel, Weybridge
After meeting in a bar in Shoreditch, Daljit and Andrew's first date was dinner in Chiswick, "We had a lovely meal and overall had a great evening," remembers Daljit.
"On Friday 28th May 2010, six years later, Andrew proposed. It was my 30th birthday and he surprised me by taking me to a lovely Michelin star restaurant called Pied a Terre in London. We had a fantastic meal and as the champagne arrived, he got down on one knee and proposed. I was in complete shock and said 'yes' through my blubbering tears."
"The timing was perfect, we had just bought our first home and Andrew's birthday was the next day so we were having a huge house warming party that weekend. As a result we also celebrated our birthdays and our engagement with all our family and friends. It was fantastic."
The couple planned the wedding together which took around a year to organise, "The church was really easy to arrange as the clergy were so helpful from the moment we contacted them," says Daljit. "Trying to find a reception venue which was available for the date we wanted was tricky. We were lucky to get Oatlands Park which was near to our house and is a great venue."
To read on see page 30 of the current issue. |
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| Weddings in a winter wonderland |
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Warren House, Kingston-upon-Thames
Set amidst four acres of landscaped gardens, Warren House is a Victorian mansion just a three-minute walk from Richmond Park. Abundant with spectacular flora, the house has remarkable garden architecture including an Italian-style loggia and winter garden. There is also a meadow with fruit trees and a small herb garden - an idyllic setting for wedding snaps.
Warren House features a mirrored ballroom and a selection of reception rooms with garden views and historical features. The Persian Room and the London Room can easily accommodate guests, a band and a dancefloor, providing an ideal setting for larger weddings.
There are 46 luxurious bedrooms all individually furnished in keeping with the period of the house, and are available for staying guests.
Useful info
Ceremony licence? Yes
Contact: 020 8547 1777
www.warrenhouse.com
For more venues perfect for the colder months turn to page 21 of the current issue. |
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