Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - January/February 2026 (Issue 114)

Real wedding 32 SCHOOLMATES TO SOULMATES Years after the first meeting at school, Molly and Jamie’s love story led to a beautiful celebration 38 WHEN LOVE TAKES FLIGHT From an owl delivering the rings to heartfelt vows, Ben and Rhi’s big day was magic from start to finish 45 A MODERN FAIRYTALE BY THE SEA Emily and Henry celebrated their love with a timeless black-tie celebration, elegant greenery and unforgettable moments at Pennsylvania Castle Honeymoons 102 HONEYMOON NEWS Our travel editor reveals the newest openings and honeymoon essentials 104 2026 AFRICAN HONEYMOON HOTSPOTS Hot and happening African honeymoon hotspots for 2026 106 A CANVAS OF CALM Where art meets the Med, we discover Mallorca’s creative hideaway, Kimpton Aysla 108 A POSTCARD FROM SARDINIA Jet to Resort Valle dell’Erica and Hotel Capo d’Orso with British Airways Holidays 110 LOVE IN THE CARIBBEAN Uncover the magic that makes St. Lucia a top honeymoon hotspot 115 A ROOM WITH A VIEW Wake up to the chimes of Big Ben and stay at the five-star luxury London Marriott Hotel County Hall Fashion & Beauty 59 FASHION FOCUS The latest bridal news, buys and launches 60 WORKS OF ART These statement necklines promise style down the aisle 66 FINE FINISHING TOUCHES Make an entrance in one of these exquisitely decorated dresses 69 WATERCOLOUR WONDERS Bridesmaids will love these dreamy new season styles in pretty, soft shades 72 BEAUTY BUZZ The latest launches and must-haves 74 HERE COMES THE SCIENCE BIT! We chat to ESK founder Dr Ginni Mansberg to learn how evidence-based ingredients set the brand apart in the world of skin care 78 SIX MONTHS TO RADIANCE A bride’s guide to glowing wedding day skin 81 THE SECRET TO SEAMLESS SCULPTING Underpainting: Get that glow-from-within look, even as we head into the winter months 82 20 WAYS TO SLOW DOWN Wedding planning is a time to treasure – find out how to avoid overwhelm and be more present throughout with mindset and success coach Jo Irving 69 32 26 Grooms 95 GROOMS’ NEWS The latest best buys and product launches 96 REFINED ROMANCE Velvet looks for today’s groom 98 WINTER LUXE We’ve put together a simple guide to help you craft the perfect winter look unsplash.com@wethecreators stephaniebekenphotography.com 59 CONTENTS 5

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