Your Herts and Beds Wedding - August/September 2026 (Issue 117)

Venues 15 GOING LOCAL Tie the knot in a North Hertfordshire setting Real weddings 22 A ROARSOME ROMANCE A chance meeting sparked a friendship that soon turned into love, leading Andy and Jolene to create the wedding of their dreams – complete with dinosaurs and all 28 FROM WORKOUT TO WEDDING A gym romance, a dreamy destination proposal and an intimate wedding designed around candlelit cocktails and meaningful moments made Kim and Dan’s celebration one to remember Honeymoons 82 HONEYMOON NEWS Our travel editor reveals the newest openings and honeymoon essentials 86 BEAUTIFUL BARBADOS Editor Claire Ridley jetted to O2 Beach Club & Spa and The Rockley on the south cost of this vibrant, colourful Caribbean island 90 TIMELESS ROMANCE Discover the magic of Leeds Castle, where romance and family moments go hand in hand Fashion & Beauty 41 FASHION FOCUS The latest bridal news, buys and launches 43 CURTAIN CALL Gorgeous gowns created from tiers of organza and soft chiffon have been gracing the bridal catwalks 51 THE NEXT CHAPTER These new-season bridal dresses boast pleats, drapes and folds, which add movement and fluidity 58 LEADING LADY The mother figure in your life will enjoy these soft shades and fashionable prints 65 REFRAMING WEDDING WELLNESS We explore the 2026 concept of wellbeing and how it’s changing the way we look at wedding preparations 66 BEAUTY BUZZ This summer’s launches, including all your protect and perfect must-haves 28 86 Grooms 75 GROOMS’ NEWS The latest best buys and product launches 76 MISCHIEF MANAGED How pageboys add charm, character and a touch of chaos to your wedding day 78 NATURALLY DRESSED Inspired by nature, sage green brings a relaxed, romantic edge to a groom’s look 41 78 CONTENTS 5

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