RING-A-DING-DING We’re trying to keep our wedding as eco-friendly as possible, but I’m struggling with what to look for in jewellery. Have you got any ideas? So much of your big day is single-use items, but there’s one thing you’ll carry with you for the rest of your life – your wedding ring. For those who want to be conscious of their environmental impact, a ring made out of recycled gold and diamonds is the best way to enjoy a wedding band. At Jeremy France Jewellers, we can melt down your family gold in our on-site workshop and remodel it into your desired modern design. We can also set any family stones into the ring if you want that extra sparkle; this can be a lovely way to commemorate family heritage and remember loved ones who can’t be there on the day. If you don’t have family gold, we can supply the amount required from our pre-owned stock. We also work with British manufacturers who use a high percentage of refined recycled gold in their wedding bands if you prefer something new. All these options can help to reduce your carbon footprint while ensuring you don’t compromise for your big day. Harriet France | Jeremy France Jewellers www.jeremyfrancejewellers.co.uk A TOUCH OF CLASS We’re considering booking a toastmaster, what should we expect from them on the day? Weddings are such joyful occasions but can sometimes come with enormous pressure. Few couples can learn from experience, so there’s only one chance to get everything right. That’s where a toastmaster comes in the help relieve any pressure while being professional and ensuring everything goes to plan. With the gift of seeing potential problems before they arise, a toastmaster’s skill will prove invaluable at any wedding. No one wants to answer questions about the timings or seating arrangements, so leave this to the supplier who will act as a point of contact between companies. There’s nothing more stressful than having to direct guests on the big day or obtaining their attention. Toastmasters will make announcements when it’s time for wedding breakfasts, the speeches, cutting the cake and the first dance – no one will miss a thing. Peter York Peter York Toastmaster www.facebook.com/Peter-York-Toastmaster-859614007478475 PLANNING SOS What advice can you share when it comes to planning our wedding? Planning a dream wedding is exciting but can sometimes feel overwhelming. We have three key pieces of advice to help... ❤ Pick two or three parts of the day that mean the most to you as a couple and prioritise these things in your budget and planning; for example, this could be the catering, photography, entertainment, rings or the dress. ❤ Trust your wedding suppliers as the teams are experts in their field – remember you chose them for a reason. ❤ Always keep focused that your dream wedding day is the start of your marriage; never lose sight of that. Catherine Lavin | Kingston Country Courtyard | www.kingstoncountrycourtyard.com www.lizaedgington.co.uk http://kimberleygarrod.co.uk 76
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