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| 30th September 2011 |
| One cake or two? |
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| Image provided by www.cakesbybeth.co.uk |
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Q - We have set aside an allowance for our wedding cake, but still aren't sure whether the most cost-effective way to cater for our guests would be to have one large cake or perhaps a variety of smaller cakes and desserts. What do you suggest?
A - Beth says: For larger parties, I would recommend a traditional stacked cake as the more cost-effective option as this will serve a lot of people and the venue will be able to tailor the way they slice it to ensure that everyone receives a piece. Two of the main costs involved in stacked wedding cakes are the number of tiers and the level of decoration. Therefore, if you have a fairly strict budget, I would recommend keeping the decoration quite simple and opting for larger tier sizes, rather than a greater number of tiers. The cake can then be trimmed with lace or ribbon and a vintage brooch, or decorated with fresh flowers to match your bouquet. For added interest, you could have some coordinating cake pops or cookies as part of the display, which children absolutely love.
For a smaller wedding, you may not want or need a lot of cake. A smaller central cake surrounded by a coordinated dessert display can be the perfect way of creating a stunning centrepiece that serves the appropriate number of guests. A single or two-tier cake can make a really bold statement here. By placing your cake on a tall stand, everyone will have a great view of the all important cake cutting moment and with a selection of single serving desserts, there can easily be a flavour to suit everyone. |
| Something different |
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| Image provided by www.andycorkephotography.co.uk |
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These fantastic unusual venues will provide the ultimate backdrop for your big day
Heaton House Farm
On the outside
Exclusively yours for the day, Heaton House Farm is set in 165 acres of undulating countryside with breathtaking views across three shires. The venue is cunningly disguised behind a farming facade to enable you to surprise and impress your loved ones.
On the inside
The barns have been lovingly developed using skilled craftsmanship and quality materials. Under-floor heating, beautiful interiors, computer controlled lighting and concealed sound systems are just a few of the modern features. The sizes of the rooms can discreetly change to suit, enabling the venue to accommodate both day and
reception guests.
We love... The outdoor Pagoda which is now licensed for ceremonies.
Ceremony licence? Yes
Capacity: 450
Contact: 01260 226 203 or visit
www.heatonhousefarm.co.uk
For more unusual venues see page 17 of the current issue. |
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| The bridal boom |
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If a man's best friend is his dog, then a woman's is definitely her shoes! For your wedding don't feel you have to go for a simple ivory number, you can let your personality shine from head-to-toe - take a peek at our shoe feature in this issue for inspiration.
If your big day is before November, why not enter our Wedding of the Year competition for your chance to win a romantic weekend away? Visit Your Manchester Wedding website for details - good luck!
Happy planning,
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| Danielle Harvey, Editor |
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| Make sure your email editor@yourmanchesterwedding.co.uk to keep us up to date with all your news |
| See us at the Manchester Wedding Show |
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Your Manchester Wedding magazine have just agreed to attend the Manchester Wedding Show at G-MEX on the 29th and 30th of October.
Manchester Wedding Show website
See us at stand 263 to get your copy at a discounted price and for the opportunity to enter the exciting competition to win a luxury shopping experience at brand new bridal boutique Bride To Be by Hannah Lois who are based in Prestwich.
We look forward to seeing you at G-Mex.
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| New licensed venue |
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The Manchester Museum on Oxford Road, part of The University of Manchester, is now licensed to hold civil ceremonies. A unique Grade II listed building established in 1885, the museum can offer something completely different for your special day. With around 4.5 million items including mummies, dinosaurs, pottery and weapons, it can certainly be an occasion to remember. The Fossils Gallery - hosting Stan the T.Rex skeleton - is just one of the places guests can hold their ceremony or dinner.
To celebrate being awarded a civil ceremony licence, the museum was host to a bridalwear photo shoot in the newly opened Living Worlds gallery. Sara Porter, photographer, commented: "The Manchester Museum is a fantastic venue from a photographer's perspective. It provides so many photo opportunities inside and out whatever your style of wedding, whether it be traditional, quirky, or with a high fashion feel."
For more information call 0161 275 8788 or visit the website www.manchester.ac.uk/museum |
| Win your wedding photography worth £750 |
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KLS Weddings is owned and operated by Wayne Thilwind, a qualified photographer who studied at St Helens College of Art. With a passion for photography and a determined attitude, KLS Weddings has grown to become one of the North West's leading suppliers.
One of the company's recent testimonials says it all: 'We just wanted to say thank you so much for truly capturing the magic of our special day. The photographs are absolutely beautiful and everybody who sees them asks the same question; 'who was your photographer?' Your style means we now have an album that is a true reflection of the day, telling our story from beginning to end and we are so grateful.'
For more details visit www.klsweddings.com
We've teamed up with KLS Weddings to offer one lucky reader the chance to win their wedding photography, from just before the church service up to the wedding breakfast, and a CD of the final images in high resolution. |
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| Game, set and match |
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| Image provided by Chapter Photography |
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Mark and Kate had a beautiful big day at The Monastery, Manchester
Mark proposed at St Peters Square tram stop in Manchester, which came as complete surprise to Kate. "It was where we had met for our first date eight years ago," explains Kate. "He got down on one knee with an amazing ring. It was very romantic and thoughtful. We then went for a delicious meal at Rosso where there was already champagne waiting, courtesy of Mark."
The Monastery in Manchester set the scene for Mark and Kate's big day. "It is a very unusual venue with a stunning setting which we fell in love with," says Kate. "We also wanted a location close to Manchester city centre, as Mark is from Hindley Green, near Wigan, and I am from Knutsford, Cheshire. We have both grown up near Manchester, we met there and we have been living in the city for the last two years."
Kate wore a Blue by Enzoani dress, bought from The Wedding Shop in Alderley Edge, Cheshire. "I tried on a few dresses over two days with my mum and friends," remembers Kate. "I finally chose my gown because it was lace, it fitted perfectly and had a bit of sparkle. I didn't want anything big but this had just the right amount of material."
"We just went for very neutral ivory blooms with some simple green foliage for our wedding flowers," explains Kate. "We wanted natural tones to ensure the colour scheme that we had chosen stood out, and had silver and black ribbon wrapped round the bridesmaids' bouquets. We didn't have much in the way of floral displays at all because instead we opted for candelabras as décor for the tables and along the aisle."
The cake was a tier of individual cupcakes, with three delicious flavours; Johnny Cash - chocolate Oreo with Oreo buttercream, Priscilla Queen of the Desert - raspberry and white chocolate, and Andy Warhol - lemon with vanilla buttercream.
To read on see page 32 of the current issue. |
| To veil or not to veil? |
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Q - I am wearing a 50s-style dress on my big day, do you have any recommendation on what veil length I should go for, if at all?
A - Nikki says: We adore 50s-style wedding dresses at The White Closet - they are such good fun! You could wear a short 54ins veil, which would work very well with the style you have opted for. Have you considered a birdcage veil? This is a great option and looks great with a short dress.
A flower or a statement headpiece from a designer like Flo and Percy could also look beautiful. The best advice we can give you is to book an accessories appointment at a boutique where you know they have a good selection of veils and headpieces, and see what works for you. |
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