Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 28)

LOVE TREE DESIGNS Caroline Taylor is the creative wedding stationery designer behind this luxury bespoke brand. She tells us, “I love to paint in watercolours, taking my time to paint the venue or chosen wedding flowers and these illustrations always make wonderful keepsakes. I work with luxury materials including silk-dyed ribbons, pocketfolds, velvet booklets, monogram wax seals, paired with my calligraphy. Let’s connect: 07472 575 157, www.lovetreedesigns.co.uk www.instagram.com/love.tree.designs DANDELIONS AND PEARLS Dandelions & Pearls create style-focused bespoke bridal and occasion wear specialising in boho and vintage-inspired pieces. They are ethically handmade in the studio in Cockington Court, Torquay. Owner Lynsey Beardsmore tells us, “we believe that the process of finding a wedding dress should be a fun and stress-free one, inclusive to women of all shapes and sizes. We aim to offer an alternative to the traditional bridal dress shopping experience, catering to brides who want something a bit different. Celebrating individuality is at the heart of our brand and we offer brides a bespoke design and dressmaking service, working closely with them to create the dress of their dreams that is unique to them, making them feel their best and most beautiful, confident self. Our non-traditional bridal gowns and separates are made with wearability in mind, designed to be cherished and worn again for special occasions long after the big day, making them not only an ethical choice but an investment piece to add to any wardrobe.” They also sell a small selection of made-to-order vintage-inspired evening gowns available from www.etsy.com/uk/shop/dandelionsandpearls tha t are often purchased as bridesmaid dresses. Let’s connect: 07584 036 061, www.dandelionsandpearls.com www.instagram.com/dandelionsandpearls Photography of Love Tree Designs courtesy of Janna at https://wildandfreephotography.co.uk REGIONAL FEATURE 75