Your East Midlands Wedding - Feb/Mar 2020 (Issue 36)

All the latest from around the region CALLING ALL ADVENTUROUS COUPLES Local wedding celebrants Stand Out Ceremonies has launched a package for adventurous couples wanting a break away from convention completely. The Wed Wild package takes couples into the Peak District for an intimate, outdoor micro-wedding against the stunning backdrop of this National Park. Wedding celebrants already work at a number of local venues to write and deliver truly personalised ceremonies. This package actually gives couples a wedding experience without a formal venue and allows them to be at one with nature. No compromise is made on luxury or impact as top-class local suppliers provide everything from chauffeured transport in a gorgeous campervan through to enjoying a luxury banquet along with professional photographers throughout the day. Karen Faulkner from Stand Out Ceremonies says, “This package is for couples looking for something really different with the focus completely on each other, but still having a memorable day. The desire to cut back on the months of planning and cost has resulted in a big trend on outdoor elopements and micro- weddings in the USA. There’s no reason why the same can’t be done here against the dramatic, breathtaking setting of the Derbyshire Peak District. Find out more at standoutceremonies.co.uk @hollyjophotography BRIDAL BEAUTY Following a very successful 2019, Enchanted Hair Up & Beauty wanted to do more for clients and decided to introduced a brides beauty guide within consultations. Learn how to manage and get the best results when it comes to hair, make-up, skin and brows including tips and advice to look the very best. The company has also introduced a beauty package which includes lash lifts, beautiful brows, and the new brow lamination – designed to give a uniform, full eyebrow shape. This is the ultimate solution for eyebrows where the hairs follow a different pattern and realigns the brows in such a way to give them a desired look. This treatment solves the messy brow issue, creating volume and fullness while giving a sleek well-kept brow shape for up to two months. Clients are raving about it! Find out more: enchantedtreatments.co.uk HOTEL TRANSFORMATION Located in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside, Van Dyk by Wildes has unveiled a six-million-pound refurbishment, which extends the company’s total investment to 10 million. The renovation means there's a further 54 bedrooms, luxurious spa, brasserie, three walled-gardens and a lavish reception, which has become the main entrance to the hotel. A refined country aesthetic is displayed across all three stories of the venue by award-winning interior designers, SpaceInvador. Alongside the extensive refurbishment, Van Dyk by Wildes has undergone a full rebrand. This go-to space is perfect for hosting weddings and events thanks to it’s amazing food and great accommodation – couples won’t have to worry about guests getting home.  Paul Wildes, CEO of the WILDES Group, says, “The Van Dyk is positioned at the corner of three prominent counties, as such, it has not only attracted people from miles around for a number of years, it’s also well and truly cemented in the local community. It was therefore vital for us that we maintained the essence of the hotel that has comforted people for so long, but also bring it into the 21 st - century. Whether this is the quality of the spa, restaurants and events spaces or the fact that we are going above and beyond to make the hotel as environmentally friendly as possible. “We hope that the stylish contemporary designs will be welcomed by our loyal customers as well as attracting new people to the area.” For more information visit vandykbywildes.co.uk Nearlywed NEWS YOUR ESSENTIALS 9