A GRAND RETURN Hinchingbrooke House boasts a rich and layered history spanning nearly 1,000 years, evolving from a medieval religious site into one of Cambridgeshire’s most notable historic houses. Before the pandemic, weddings were regularly held at the house, but celebrations unfortunately came to a halt during the shutdown and did not resume afterwards. This year, however, HBK Events, run by the school, is relaunching weddings at Hinchingbrooke House, with profits helping to support the upkeep of the historic building as well as the wider school community. The house has undergone refurbishment, and some much-needed tender loving care, and is now ready to reopen its doors to couples once again. A limited selection of late-availability 2026 wedding dates is currently being offered at discounted rates. For more information about Hinchingbrooke House, visit hbkevents.co.uk Bridal afterglow Luxury bridalwear brand Maria Callisto has unveiled a new sustainable sleepwear collection for brides, crafted from surplus silk originally used in designer wedding dresses. Made in England, the 12-piece collection, Illusory Desire, is designed for the modern bride, with contemporary silhouettes that blend elegance with ease. Each piece is created from reclaimed luxury silk, giving new life to premium bridal fabrics that might otherwise go unused. Rather than creating disposable bridalwear, Maria Callisto positions its designs as part of a ritual wardrobe, pieces intended to be slept in, celebrated in, and returned to long after the wedding day has passed. Maria Igwebuike, founder of Maria Callisto, said: “The night before a wedding is deeply emotional, yet it’s rarely designed for. Maria Callisto gives new life to wedding dresses that would otherwise go to waste, transforming them into silk pieces meant to be worn far beyond one day.” The collection is available exclusively at mariacallisto.com TIMELESS BRIDAL BEAUTY Multi-award-winning bridal hair and makeup artist Ieva Genovesi, based in Cambridge, has recently taken home an award at the Hitched Wedding Awards. With more than 15 years of experience and over 600 brides styled, Ieva is known for creating elevated, timeless bridal looks tailored to the modern bride. Ieva said: “My approach is calm, intuitive and highly personalised, ensuring every bride feels confident, at ease and effortlessly beautiful from the very first moment. Every detail is considered and every finish refined, resulting in a look that feels sophisticated, polished and authentic. This award means the world to me because it’s based on your love, your testimonials and your beautiful words. To my incredible brides, thank you for choosing me, trusting me with one of the most important mornings of your life, and taking the time to write such kind reviews and share your experiences. Without you, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Every single bride means so much to me, your journey becomes part of mine too.” For more information, visit ievagenovesi.com NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on news from around East Anglia stelijaphotography.co.uk LATEST NEWS 7
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