It’s well and truly cosy season. The perfect time to grab a hot chocolate, your favourite pen and notepad and start planning your upcoming nuptials. Of course, we’re here to help you on that journey. There’s plenty this issue to inspire. If you’re partial to a vintage glam look, do check out our styled shoot that took place at The Arlington Ballroom: the Art Deco styling is opulent and oh-so glam. For boho brides, the styled shoot at Vaulty Manor, is fun and free – expect cornfields, whimsy foliage and your favourite pooch by your side! We also have a feature dedicated to music and entertainment. Plenty of inspiration for planning the soundtrack to your big day. Also, a jewellery and accessories feature where we look at the rise in popularity of yellow gold. As a proud Swiftie, if Taylor’s rocking an antique-style, yellow gold engagement rock, then I’m here for it! As always, our glamorous fashion editor, Claire Ridley has been rounding up the top bridal trends for 2026 – breathtaking gowns. As you know, real weddings are my absolute favourite part of the mag - to submit your own nuptials to grace the pages of An Essex Wedding, get in touch here: www.anessex.wedding/get-involved Happy planning! Rachel Westall, editor It’s cosy season, settle in! Rachel x An Essex Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by Ellis Media and Events Ltd. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility for advert content, or of the standing of advertisers or by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. An Essex Wedding is published six times a year. ISSN 1745-6541 DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding MANAGING DIRECTOR Sarah Ellis | 01376 535 602 sarah.ellis@county.wedding EDITORIAL Editor Rachel Westall | 01376 535 611 rachel.westall@county.wedding On the cover This intimate portrait was captured by Photography by Ashley. The couple, Rhea & Joshua Doyle, tied the knot at Apton Hall on 4th July 2025. Behind the scenes Get a glimpse behind the scenes of this fabulous, styled shoot that took place at The Arlington Ballroom. Here you can see Vintage Glamour with Anna, getting creative! ADVERTISING Account Manager Kate Johnson | 01376 538 561 kate.johnson@county.wedding Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com @CountyWeddingMagazines @countyweddingmagazines @countyweddingmagazines EDITOR’S LETTER 3
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