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Real weddings
Be inspired by other brides and grooms
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How to get the reception look you want... for less
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Wedding of the year
Meet our four finalists and find out who won the last heat
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Blushing bride
The County Wedding Magazines team tries out a range of blushers
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Love your home
Heartfelt inspiration and furnishings
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Hidden beauty
Undecided about wearing a veil? Our guide will give you plenty of ideas
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Religious ceremonies and traditions
We take a look at eight different types of weddings from an array of cultures
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Let them eat cake
Top trends for 2012
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Desert dreams
Danielle Wilkins explores the romantic side of Sharm El Sheikh
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Wonderful Wandsworth
An exclusive tour around the breathtaking venues of this southern borough
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Mile high club
Venues boasting London's best views
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| 2nd March 2012 |
| Win an engagement photoshoot worth £850 |
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Capture your engagement glow with beautifully shot pictures by photographer Rebecca Portsmouth
Whether they get down on one knee, hide a diamond ring in your champagne glass or spontaneously say those four words over breakfast, the day your beloved asks "will you marry me?" is a memory to be treasured and celebrated.
There is surely no better way to capture that post-engagement glow than with a photoshoot dedicated entirely to you.
And Rebecca Portsmouth is skilled in taking those romantic pictures that perfectly displays a soon-to-be-wed couples' bond.
The Greenwich-based photographer has 10 years' experience and works with her clients to ensure the resulting prints of each shoot, be it celebrating a wedding or engagement, is individual to them. "I like to spend some time talking with couples before we start to find out what kind of pictures they want," she says. "I work with the natural beauty of the light and with couples' personalities. The wonderful thing about London is that we can go to a park they love or do the shoot somewhere more industrial.
"I took some fantastic photos of a couple in Canary Wharf recently, the architecture of this city can be an incredible backdrop. We can also meet in the daytime or evening depending on the type of look the couple want for the photos."
As well as resulting in a beautiful album, an engagement shoot prepares brides- and grooms-to-be for what to expect when it comes to their big day.
Regularly capturing engagements, weddings and christenings, Rebecca is skilled at putting new and known clients at ease. She says: "It is lovely to be there for such important events in couples' lives. Engagement shoots are so fun and it is great to work with two people who are clearly so happy and excited."
For more information on Rebecca visit the website www.rebeccalouise.com or call 020 8469 2371.
We've teamed up with photographer Rebecca Portsmouth to offer you the chance to win her incredible engagement photography package worth £850.
This includes:
- A London photoshoot after a full consultation with Rebecca
- A silkcovered album of 10 prints
- A 20 inch by 20 inch signing board
- Two framed nine inch prints
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| Ringing the changes |
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It's with great pleasure I can introduce myself as the new editor of Your London Wedding. I am truly excited about taking over such a fantastic magazine and bringing fresh inspiration as you navigate the fun journey that is wedding planning. And to really signal the start of a new era, features editor Lauren Dowey has joined the team, and is brimming with ideas to excite and inspire.
Having recently experienced the highs (and occasional lows!) of planning my own wedding, I have first hand knowledge of what it takes to organise a day filled with personal touches. I was told time and time again to take a step back and enjoy it - not just on the day itself but in the weeks and months leading up to it. You only do it once, so don't sweat the small stuff and make sure it never gets too much. And whether you're planning a decadent do dripping with detail or creating a simple but elegant affair, as long as you stay true to who you are as a couple, you will have the day of your dreams.
This issue is jam-packed with features to help you on your way. On page 85 we showcase an array of cake designs that look too good to eat, while on page 65 we take a look at statement jewellery.
Happy planing!
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| Louise Prance, Editor |
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| Best foot forward |
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| Aruna Seth's shoes caught the eyes of brides-to-be last year when Pippa Middleton decided to wear the brand to her big sister's wedding. And now these whimsical and sparkling creations can be found in Harrods. The department store stocks four of Seth's creations including the design worn by Miss Middleton - and each style is adorned with Swarovski crystals. Perfect for the ultra-feminine bride on her big day. Prices vary, visit www.harrods.com or the Knightsbridge store to find out more. |
| Hot topic: Keeping tradition |
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Bridemaids' rebellion
Q - My bridesmaids have made it very clear they want different styles of dresses. However, as I am having a traditional church wedding I want them to look exactly the same. What can I do to keep their look tidy?
Clare Ridd says: Listen to their reasons for not wanting the same style of dress. It is most likely because they are body conscious and while you want them to be uniform, uncomfortable bridesmaids will never look good.
There is no rule stating bridesmaids must be identical and if you work with your flowers, accessories and your colour scheme you can still create a look that unites them beautifully and has a traditional feel. Also, don't worry about how different dresses will effect your wedding photos. It will be colour rather than style that matters and if you work with your colour scheme, the pictures will be lovely.
However, it is important to point out you are the bride and it is your big day. If you feel very strongly about the bridesmaids being uniform, they should respect your wishes. |
| Tradition and teapots |
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| Image provided by Gomes Photography |
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Carly and Sasha Shaker said 'I do' in the history-steeped setting of Greenwich. Clever styling and delicate details made this celebration a classic affair with a vintage twist
Carly met Sasha in 2005 when they started working at the same company. The pair began as friends and their relationship remained platonic until sparks flew when they went on their first date to St Christopher's Place in central London. As Carly says: "It was a bit of a slow burner."
Fast-forward six years and the couple were on a romantic holiday in the picturesque island of St Thomas in the Carribean. As they strolled in the surf on a balmy April's evening, Sasha bravely asked a shocked Carly to marry him - and the setting couldn't have been more perfect. She says: "We were walking back to our hotel room along the beach and there was a shooting star just after Sasha popped the question - all part of the plan apparently!"
A bride-to-be with serious vision, Carly took on the task of organising their big day in just six months.
To read on turn to page 34 of the current issue. |
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| Sugar rush |
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| Image provided by The Cake Studio, www.thecakestudiolondon.co.uk |
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Your wedding cake is an opportunity to get creative and these 2012 trends are sure to inspire
Intricate and floral
Lace, fresh flowers and delicate detailing are en vogue, making cakes with elaborate design sought-after sweets
Sugar flowers are classic big day cake adornments and by choosing to have sweet, edible flora couples can have any colour and kind they desire.
To read on see page 85 of the current issue. |
| Hackney venues |
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We explore some of the best-kept secrets in the east end borough when it comes to celebrating your big day
Clissold House
Set in Stoke Newington's community green space Clissold Park, this venue opened at the beginning of the year and is set to become the east end's hottest new go-to for receptions. Following an extensive £8.9 million restoration, the building - constructed in the 1790s for an anti-slavery campaigner - has five function rooms and can accomodate parties of up to 60 guests. In addition to high ceilings and lush green surroundings, Clissold House's grounds are home to numerous birds and animals. The butterfly dome is a colourful delight and the terrapins are a particularly exciting sight. Grand and green, this venue is steeped in beauty, history and wildlife.
For more information go to www.hackney.gov.uk or call 0208 356 8428
For more venues in the area turn to page 17 of the current issue. |
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