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Picture Perfect
Celebrate your nuptials in one of these stunning settings
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That's Entertainment
Ideas for keeping your family and friends entertained
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Engagement shoots
We look at the appeal of pre-wedding photography
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Dressing the bridesmaids
Advice on dressing your girls
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Flowergirl fashion
Pretty dresses the little ones will love
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Slick shot
Sophisticated attire for modern grooms
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Keeping calm on your big day
Tips on how to keep your inner bridezilla at bay
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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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Inspiration
Ideas on how to create a gothic romance themed reception
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Eco-friendly weddings
How you can reduce your carbon footprint on the big day
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Real weddings
Be inspired by other brides and grooms
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| Regular features, news, events, Q&A special - and much more |
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| 28th October 2011 |
| Boxed bridal |
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You would be forgiven for thinking this is a wedding dress retailer... in fact, it is part of the work room for Southampton based, independent dry cleaners, Boxed Bridal, who completely specialize in the cleaning, long term preservation and boxing for travel of wedding dresses.
"Wedding dress cleaning is a highly specialized area of work - all wedding dresses have extremely strong sentimental and emotional assets that mean the cleaning or pre-wedding pressing is extremely high risk" says Nickie Jenvey, director of Boxed Bridal. "I firmly believe that wedding dress cleaning is a passion and we really do care - I guess after 30 years of marriage I remain an old romantic and would love to have had my own dress properly cleaned and preserved all those years ago but I didn't! Big mistake and one that I cannot now unfortunately rectify."
Boxed Bridal is a trading name under the umbrella of Pressing Needs Limited who have been successfully operating within the Southampton and surrounding area for the last 23 years. "We have seen our bridal work really take off over the last 5 years, hence the rebranding as Boxed Bridal to give it some individual status. At the 6,500 sq ft Park Gate processing site, Boxed Bridal have a dedicated bridal area which enables Nickie to spend time with brides when they bring their dresses for cleaning, or even for boxing for traveling to a wedding abroad.
Offering a fabulous range of preservation and travel boxes, Boxed Bridal are pleased that 3 of the box designs they offer are completely exclusive to them. Boxed Bridal offer not only a cleaning and preservation service, but also a boxing service for brides who are traveling abroad for their wedding. "By packing their wedding dress into our travel box, a bride is able to travel with her dress as hand luggage in the cabin of the plane - safe and secure!"
"There is lots lots more I could say and write about the cleaning processes and about our business... And it really isn't boring!"
For more information email enquiries@boxedbridal.co.uk |
| Dorset wedding fayre |
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The Venue Hotel in Portland is hosting the Dorset Wedding Fayre on 16th October 2011 from 11-4pm The event will showcase quality local wedding suppliers, with a catwalk show at 12 and 2pm.
The Hotel will be treating visitors to the fayre to complimentary canapés and a hog roast all day, as well as guided tours of the extensive facilities.
The Venue Hotel has a unique cliff-top location, with views across the Juarrasic Coast. It benefits from a choice of function rooms and marquee options with the ability to accommodate both small and large events. Menus are bespoke, with mouth watering options to suit every budget from the dedicated team of experienced chefs.
What's more, if you R.S.V.P. online to the Dorset wedding Fayre there is an opportunity to win a Spa day at the onsite Spa. www.thevenuehotel.co.uk or call 01305 826 060 |
| Do a charity a favour at your wedding |
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Cancer Research UK is offering happy couples an alternative choice in wedding favours with its range of pin badge designs and personalised favour cards to complement anyone's big day.
Couples planning to tie the knot can order life-saving wedding favours at www.giveincelebration.org/favours. There are a range of elegant pin badges to choose from including two exclusive designs, created by luxury wedding dress designer Jenny Packham.
Cancer Research UK's wedding favours are a unique way of thanking your guests for celebrating your wedding. They also provide a personal way for the bride and groom to celebrate a friend or family member surviving cancer or to remember someone close to them. |
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Creatiques are hosting a designer show with the new collection from Mark Lesley at the Royal Marines Museum, Southsea on Sunday 23rd October. The doors open at 10:30am with Fashion shows at 11:30am - 1pm and 2:30pm. Come and see the new Creatique collections from Mark Lesley on Sunday 23rd October.
Entry is £2 on the door and advanced bookings are being taken.
Please contact Rob at creatiques for advance bookings and VIP show tickets via email incouture@creatiques.co.uk or call 02392 826622. Anyone with a VIP ticket will be entered into the price draw for the opportunity to win a Mark Lesley wedding dress.
Also a week long prom dress event in association with Mark Lesley on the 24th - 30th October at The Royal Marines Museum, Southsea. Over 300 dresses in over 300 colours. Book your dress with a deposit of £50 for prom in 2012.
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| Getting personal |
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This issue is full of ideas for organising the big day and interesting ways to entertain your guests. But let's not forget to thank the wedding party - we have lovely suggestions to show your appreciation with inspiring gifts on page 56. And while planning the details of your nuptials, Danielle Wilkins highlights how you can keep the planet green without compromising on luxury in The Greener Touch feature.
Planning your honeymoon adds to the excitement and anticipation, and one destination that offers plenty of relaxation and adventure is Cancun. Louise Prance discovers this exciting Mexican getaway in Eat, play, love. Whatever you decide, celebrate your personal taste, relax and enjoy the entire process, from the moment you say 'I do', to the moment the last reveller leaves the dancefloor.
Enjoy!
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| Brides of Winchester Bridal Boutique |
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Anniversary Open Evening
Thursday 3rd November 2011 will be Brides of Winchester's Birthday and we are opening the doors, cracking open the bubbly and having a bit of 'do' to celebrate. Brides of Winchester has had an amazing year, we've enjoyed every moment and it's all been because of our lovely Brides and the beautiful gowns our UK Designers have made.
From 5.30pm to 9.00pm we are inviting past, present and future customers along to join us in the shop. It will also be a great opportunity to say thank you to people from the local businesses community who have been such great supporters to us and our Brides.
We are particularly looking forward to catching up again with our many newly weds from the past 12 months, hearing all the lovely stories from their special day and reliving the happy moment they found 'Their Dress'!
Our Brides are very special to us and as the saying goes; strangers are just friends you haven't met yet so there will also be plenty going on for Brides-To-Be to. Special offers on bridal accessories & shoes, hair & beauty advice from bridal experts and bespoke Milliner, Deborah Dalton, will be making a hat before our very eyes. There will be more just keep an eye on the website.
Designer Weekends
Nicola Anne, Saturday 22nd October 2012
This award winning designer loves working with beautiful fabrics and colours. All her gowns are handmade in the UK and her luxurious collection will be here for Brides to try on at the same time as meeting the lady herself
Suzanne Neville, Saturday 26th November 2011
One of the UK's most respected celebrity bridal designers will be with us. Suzanne is dedicated to perfectly sculptured design, so what a great opportunity to meet this internationally renowned designer and her 2012 collection 'Nostalgia'.
For more information visit www.bridesofwinchester.co.uk or call 01962 867571 |
| Win a pampering package worth £750 |
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Soul Retreat delivers mobile beauty treatments and spa experiences in the comfort of your home, helping to soothe away stress and tension with a range of luxurious aromatic massage treatments and indulgent facials. Owner and therapist Nicola McKenna has been working in the beauty industry for the last 20 years, and has worked in some of the best hotels and spas in the country.
Among the beauty services offered by Soul Retreat is a range of Genie treatments, including a Slimtone Module which slims and tones the body, reduces cellulite and can help with sciatica problems.
The Take 10 module incorporates the 10-minute Facelift effect and Eyes Like Diamonds and Jowl Lift effect, while the Lymphatic Module helps with water retention, sinus problems and various acne-related skin complaints. For more information, visit www.genie-tech.co.uk
Soul Retreat is based in Ringwood and can come to your home or a venue of your choice within a 25-mile radius. To find out more, call 07979 440 808 or contact Nicola at nicola.mckenna@yoursoulretreat.co.uk
We have teamed up with Soul Retreat to give one lucky bride and five friends an indulgent beauty package worth £750. The package includes:
- Wedding package for bride and four bridesmaids
- A three-hour indulgence facial and massage treatment
- Genie Complete Take 10 non-surgical facelift consisting of 10 treatments
- Manicure and pedicure for four people
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Thank you gifts for your wedding party are a lovely way to show your appreciation to family and friends who have been influential in the run-up to your big day. It can be easy to get carried away with all the preparations and forget to thank those closest to you for the effort that they have made to share in your celebrations. A present is a thoughtful way to show gratitude towards your guests as well as acting as a perfect keepsake of the wedding for years to come.
Merci beaucoup...
So, you have decided to incorporate thank you gifts into your wedding planning but who do you give them to? We suggest thanking your nearest and dearest and those who have helped to make your big day come together. These could include: the bridesmaids, best man, ushers, mother-of-the-bride and any other friends or family members who have gone that extra mile. Here are some of our favourite gift ideas.
For the ladies
We love this new necklace and matching earrings from Dominic Walmsley Jewellery. Inspired by confetti thrown at weddings, it is both a simple and memorable gift. Made in sterling silver and priced at £55 for the pendant and £65 for the earrings, it is on the more expensive side but well worth the investment for someone special.
For more information, telephone 01732 779 555 or visit the website www.dominicwalmsley.com
For more ideas see page 56 of the current issue. |
| Eat, play, love... Cancun |
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Cancun may not be the first honeymoon destination that springs to mind, but thanks to a new direct flight path from the UK, newlyweds can easily access the pure shores and breathtaking beauty that this Mexican getaway has to offer, as Louise Prance discovers
The white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters of Cancun have often been thought of as the ultimate luxury getaway, yet have been inaccessible to many due to the lengthy journey involved. However, with British Airways now offering a direct route three times a week, and with Virgin Atlantic filling the gaps, there is a daily direct flight path that lands you right on the doorstep of this stunning honeymoon destination.
I was lucky enough to spend some time there and experience first hand what this romantic spot has to offer - and should you be able to tear yourself away from the beach, there is a wealth of activities to indulge in too.
Rising star
The city of Cancun is located on the north east coast of Quintana Roo, southern Mexico and has fairly recently evolved as a thriving tourist destination, previously only inhabited by a coconut plantation, military base and a quiet fishing village. However, after the government spotted its potential, development started and Cancun has subsequently turned into an area of outstanding beauty that offers something for everyone; be it rest and relaxation, watersports, jungle activities, fine dining or nightlife - it's all there for the taking.
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| The greener touch |
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Weddings can be costly events - not just on your bank balance, but on the planet too. Danielle Wilkins looks at some of the small changes you can make to have a more ethical day, without compromising on luxury
Recycle, Recycle, Recycle
If you're looking for more environmentally friendly ways to decorate your venue, there are a number of things you can try. For a vintage-themed day dig out old crockery to display flowers and candles, or recycle old jam jars by painting them, tying ribbon around the rim and filling with freshly picked blooms. If you don't have the time to source your own there are many hire companies out there that offer a china hire and venue styling service. Some of our favourites include Idyllic Days and My Vintage Party.
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The Michelin Starred Terrace Restaurant has received its third AA Rosette
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We are very pleased to announce that the Michelin Starred Terrace Restaurant at The Montagu Arms Hotel has received its third AA Rosette.
Situated in Beaulieu in the heart of the New Forest, The Terrace at The Montagu Arms is one of the finest Michelin star restaurants in Hampshire and now boasts three AA Rosettes.
A third AA Rosette is awarded to "outstanding restaurants that achieve standards that demand recognition well beyond their local area. The cooking is underpinned by the selection and sympathetic treatment of the highest quality ingredients. Timing, seasoning and the judgment of flavour combinations will consistently be excellent. These virtues tend to be supported by other elements, such as intuitive service and a well-chosen wine list" - AA
Area General Manager James Hiley-Jones Said: "We are elated that the Terrace Restaurant has deservedly received a third AA rosette. It is testament to our core focus on providing exceptional dining experiences for our guests."
The Terrace Restaurant's Head Chef Matthew Tomkinson is equally delighted about the news. Matthew strongly believes in 'buying well and cooking simply'. His menu is intricately prepared and designed to capture a delicious and exciting range of flavours, textures and aromas with the focus on seasonal ingredients sourced from carefully selected local suppliers and The Montagu Arm's very own Kitchen garden.
Matthew Tomkinson and the staff of The Montagu Arms Hotel believe that free-range organic produce is not just better, because of its purity and freedom from additives but because it tastes a lot better too! Matthew's philosophy is to create fresh, beautifully cooked simple foods. Featured on the menu are dishes such as:
- Terrine of Marinated Free Range Chicken with Crispy 'Bon Bon', Toasted Caraway Bread and Chicken Liver Parfait
- Assiette of Woodside Farm Lamb with Roasted Carrot Puree, Confit Potato Mille Feuille and Rosemary Oil
When asked what draws him to the kitchen, Matthew replied, that he loved the symbiotic nature of the kitchen, where each person is implemental and important to the 'whole'. He explains that there can be intense pressure in the kitchen and if at any point 'any cogs of the wheel' collapse under the pressure, the whole ship can sink. "It involves a lot of quick thinking and you have a lot piling down on your plate - (pardon the pun!)"
Matthew Tomkinson strives under pressure, winning the roux scholarship after competing with 6 other chefs in front of a panel comprising Gary Rhodes, Rick Stein, Brian Turner, David Nicholls, Tamasin Day-Lewis and of course the Roux family. He then went on to win a Michelin star, one year afterwards as Head Chef at the Goose in Oxfordshire.
Obtaining a third AA Rosette is a testament to Matthew's exemplary culinary skills and passion for gourmet cuisine.
For more information or to make a booking at The Terrace Restaurant, please call 01590 612324. |
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