All images courtesy of unsplash.com SOMETHING TO DRINK? Long gone are the days when champagne and pimms were the main drink of choice at a wedding. Now there are colourful cocktails and mocktails, flavoured gin, prosecco and nozeco, and craft beers and ciders that can be served from a decorated pop-up bar or a handmade one. Always offer a selection of non-alcoholic beverages too. FABULOUS FASHION Handmade wedding dresses, altered bridesmaid styles and statement headpieces and accessories made with hand-embellished gems not only look amazing, they’re often one-off pieces. Big-day jewellery can be tweaked with heirloom gems or semi-precious stones of your choice, and the male bridal party attire can be tailor-made to fit the theme. ALL THINGS FLORAL Nothing says handmade like a fresh flower arrangement, a beautiful bridal bouquet or posy. Faux flowers are also trending because of their sustainable benefits and ease of adjusting to fit in with any colour palette. Don’t forget about trees, plants and succulents – why not start growing these well ahead of your wedding day and then re-plant them in pots decorated to coordinate with the theme? ICING ON THE CAKE Wedding cakes, including towers of cheese, are getting taller, tastier and more creative than ever, with flavours reflecting wedding themes or the couple’s love story. Summer weddings provide a chance to try passionfruit or elderflower flavours, while winter weddings will want berries, salted caramel or cinnamon choices. Whichever you pick, consider tiers of different ones and encourage guests to try them all! GORGEOUS GIFTING Wanting a fun way to thank your folks that’s different from the standard bouquet? Commission a handmade pottery piece, make them some bespoke bunting or customise a candle. 42
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