Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - March/April 2024 (Issue 74)

Spring is all about new life with trees blossoming, daffodils flowering and young wildlife coming into the world. So, it’s a fitting time of year for a wedding as two people who’ve found love prepare to begin their own new life together. As we emerge from the long winter months, springtime nuptials make the perfect celebration, bringing everyone out of hiding! Everything about this time of year just feels joyous from the light, fresh flavours in food, to the oh-so beautiful flower varieties that come into bloom plus the lighter nights and warmer weather. When anyone tries to tell me that pastel palettes are out for weddings, I’m afraid I have to stick my fingers in my ears – la, la, la! Wildflower-inspired themes have made their way into my heart over the last couple of years and I for one refuse to see them fall out of fashion! Vibrant hues are all very well and good in any other season, but what could be more complementary in the spring than a glorious garden-inspired palette of pink, Peach Fuzz, lavender, sage and lemon? Be still my beating heart! There are a myriad of ways to bring these shades bang up to date: just picture an ombre of fresh yellows with zingy citrus, lemon and mustard complete with Mediterranean vibes. Sunny and oh-so stylish. Having said all of this, I’ve shown myself not quite ready to let go of the autumn and winter yet with our Soughton Hall styled shoot, showcasing rustic and classic ideas for these romantic seasons. It’s also well worth turning to our annual cake feature if you’ve any burning questions on the topic as our experts have lined up to give you the benefit of their wisdom. As ever, enjoy and keeeep planning! Kelly x Kelly Andrews, editor A new life EDITOR’S LETTER 7 ISSN 2052-0522 Your Cheshire & Merseyside 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. Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding is published six times a year. 26 TOTALLY TROPICAL Ruth and Sam’s Club Tropicana themed autumn wedding totally led the way with the vibrant disco look tipped to be hot for 2024. Win! www.jasminpaigephotography.co.uk 45 FIT FOR A QUEEN I’m here for the drama of this dress, especially the beaded starburst detail on the sleeves. Although undeniably ultra-modern it gives me something of a regal historical vibe. ADVERTISING Account Manager Gillian Ward | 01376 538 485 gillian.ward@county.wedding @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @countyweddingmagazines Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com 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 Deputy Managing Editor Kelly Andrews | 01376 535 611 kelly.andrews@county.wedding 93 WIN! A honeymoon in the Maldives worth £3,000 53 ON THE SAFE SIDE If you’re catering for dietary requirements Marina from Sweet Palette suggests serving a batch of elegant cupcakes especially for those unable to partake of the main bake. www.willowandwilde.com www.instagram.com/wojciechowskastudio

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