When it's time for you look for local businesses to help you with your wedding, take a look at our advertisements below. Most will have links to their own websites. These advertisements are updated regularly so please revisit often and mention County Wedding Magazines when making any enquiries.
Look what catches the eye of the editor with a special emphasis in local wedding businesses, shops and suppliers.
Planning an autumnal wedding that has been postponed due to the coronavirus? Then check out the historic Napoleonic Polhawn Fort in Cornwall, overlooking Whitsand Bay.
Couples can use local wedding suppliers of their choice and there's no corkage fee!
To find out more about this stunning venue, visit https://polhawnfort.com and read more about the site in our latest issue, available to download FREE here
This fairytale-inspired dress is by designer Jan Knibbs @ Atelier 19 located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Jan specialises in couture embroidery and creates one-off garments and accessories, in particular bohemian-style pieces.
To see more of her work, visit www.janknibbs.com and read more about her in our new issue on sale now, available to download FREE here
Spring is in the air. Discover how to incorporate the best of the season into your venue styling with our experts.
Find out more on page 84 of the Apr/May 2020 issue, which is FREE to download now! - www.your-sussex.wedding/buy-a-copy
Image courtesy of www.katierogersphotography.com
Flowers by www.events-by-design.co.uk
PA and marketing manager, Sarah Watkinson reveals how you can relax before the big day.
"Wedding planning can be stressful, but there are ways to help you feel more relaxed. The main thing to remember is to make time for yourself in the lead up to the wedding. Whether it's a day to yourself, without any planning or a trip to a salon with some of your friends to take your mind off it all.
"At Lottie Loves Beauty, we offer bespoke treatments that are tailor-made to suit your needs and can design a package that targets relaxation and stress relief before the big day.
"The great thing about treatments is that you can relax and unwind while the therapist takes care of the much needed bridal prep in a calm environment. Whether it's preparing your nails and giving them the attention they need or booking a course of facials to make your skin look it's absolute best, it's worth treating yourself."
To find out more about Sarah, visit www.lottielovesbeauty.com and for more beauty tips turn to page 96.
Purchase your copy here – www.yoursurrey.wedding/buy-a-copy
Hair stylist, Gemma Louise Smith reveals her top tips for styling long, straight hair.
"Preparation is key. Heated rollers will add volume and bounce to your tresses. It will also make it easier to create a romantic up do, or if you'd prefer it down, you could add romantic waves.
"If you want an up do, but your hair is thick and straight, I would purchase bobby pins that are stronghold. These are more expensive and can be bought from most wholesale hairdressing stores. They hold your locks like scaffolding rather than bending and slipping like shop-bought ones. Once you're used to rollers, you'll find it much easier to get creative.
"For a more boho style, opt for a simple plait with flowers. These look great in long hair or a more formal ponytail. I'd always recommend having a few trial attempts either with your stylist or just having a play around with ideas at home before the day."
To find out more about Gemma, visit www.hairforawedding.com
Purchase your copy here – www.yournorthwest.wedding/buy-a-copy
To commemorate our nine years and 50 issues of bringing you all things wedding from around the region, I've scoured the archives to find some of our favourite products and pics from 2011 to today.
In 2016 Liverpool's www.rocksforfrocks.co.uk told us, “Vines are so versatile, they can be draped, wrapped and woven into hairstyles to create a bespoke look for each bride.” Check out some of it's current pieces in our jewellery and accessories feature over on page 61.
The 50th issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding is on sale now! www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/buy-a-copy
Image courtesy of www.hervephotography.co.uk
How sweet are these dainty little wedding favour bags complete with a delicious looking macaron? The rustic-chic labels mean they could double up as place names.
Check out the full shoot in the current issue of Your Kent Wedding - www.yourkent.wedding/buy-a-copy
Image courtesy of www.matildadelvesweddingphotography.com
Favour bags by www.makeitfriday.co.uk
A shared love of junk food took Sarah and Lee from colleagues to couple – read all about their big day in our March / April issue - out now! Buy your copy at www.yourlondon.wedding/buy-a-copy
We spoke to local entertainment specialist Martin Goddard from Music HQ to find out more about his business.
"Hiring a band through Music HQ will give couples the peace of mind that they are booking a professional live music service. All of our acts are managed exclusively by us. Unlike traditional agencies, which simply list and promote acts for a fee, we have created and developed each of our bands with a unique purpose – to bring clients the very best wedding musicians this country has to offer."
To see more, turn to page 65 of the current issue.
Photographer's credit: www.mybigdayphotos.co.uk
Purchase your copy here – www.yoursouthwales.wedding/buy-a-copy
We may not be able to get out as much as we'd like at the moment but this beautiful stationery is a breath of fresh air, blooming with fabulous flowers and inspiration for all the lovely weddings to come.
It was created by Norfolk-based Melmade Stationery for a photo shoot by Sophie Cass Photography at the magical Sennowe Park wedding venue, a hidden gem in the heart of North Norfolk. The whole creative endeavour was based around a child's vision for the perfect romantic wedding.
To view more download your free copy of Your East Anglian Wedding here
This amazing cake by Southampton-based The Pastry Corner is a real headturner. With continued love for greenery and succulents it ticks a whole host of trend boxes. Owner of the business Alexandra Bishop explains the inspiration behind the gravity-defying creation.
"I designed it after being inspired by the succulent trend. I'd just had a succulent bowl done for my living room, and I loved the colours of the green against the grey tones, and the vision was born. We combined the marbled icing technique with the upcoming fashion for separations between cake tiers, to create a really standout one-of-a-kind cake."
