Your Surrey Wedding- February / March 2021 (Issue 87)

All the latest from around the region NEWS Nearlywed Planned to perfection Local wedding planners, A Flair to Remember Event are celebrating after being named Regional Finalists for South-East Wedding Planner of the Year at The Wedding Industry Awards (www.the-wedding-industry-awards.co.uk). To celebrate, the team have launched a range of gift vouchers that are ideal for friends and family planning a celebration or wedding. The founder and creative director, Gabriella Olukoya, has been designing and delivering luxury experiences for more than a decade. A Flair to Remember Event specialises in luxury, bespoke events and the team work hard to design, plan and manage every project from conception to execution. Head over to www.aflairtoremember.co.uk fo r more information. ROMANTIC ELEGANCE Bridal boutique, Always & Forever Bridal in Middlesex is now stocking Australian designer, Rachel Rose. Her collections cater for women of all shapes and sizes, and each design is cleverly crafted down to the most intricate detail. The team are planning to hold a red carpet event to celebrate once restrictions are lifted, so keep an eye on social media for updates. Always & Forever Bridal has also begun stocking Allure Disney Fairytale Princess dresses in-store, and new designs are due to arrive this spring. The boutique has been up and running for 34 years and offers a wide range of wedding and bridesmaids’ dresses. Brides-to-be can also book the in-house seamstress for alterations for the bridal party or groom-to-be. For more information, visit www.alwaysandforeverbridal.co.uk Pick of the bunch Flowers by Elaine has won Best Regional Florist in the South East at The Wedding Industry Awards (www.the-wedding-industry-awards.co.uk). Th e awards are designed to highlight some of the best suppliers in the industry and are a great achievement. Located in Dorking, Flowers by Elaine is a well- established, family-run business that specialises in weddings, functions and corporate events. From small intimate affairs to large formal celebrations, the team can provide bouquets, buttonholes, venue decorations and centrepieces. The company has an extensive portfolio to choose from and offer a free consultation where you can discuss your requirements and create a budget to suit you. All their flowers are fresh with a same-day delivery service in and around Dorking and blooms can be sent throughout the UK via Interflora. To find out more, visit www.flowersbyelaine.co.uk YOUR ESSENTIALS 11