Real weddings 16 FROM SCHOOL FRIENDS TO SOULMATES A chance encounter at a local pub reignited a friendship that would lead to a heartfelt proposal and an elegant barn celebration for Stacey and Nick 22 A DECADE IN THE MAKING Ten years after meeting online and following a romantic proposal on the drive home from a family wedding, Precious and Sean finally said “I do” Honeymoons 82 DREAM GETAWAYS Take our fun quiz to discover your perfect honeymoon destination 84 HONEYMOON NEWS Our travel editor reveals the newest openings and honeymoon essentials 86 SLOW LOVE IN ZANZIBAR This elegant four-star, eco-committed, adults-only resort, Matemwe Attitude, blends understated luxury with Swahili culture, inviting guests to swap schedules for sea breezes and discover the island through its people, food and gentle pace 90 DREAMY MINI-MOONS Fall in love all over again with the UK’s most romantic destinations Fashion & Beauty 41 FASHION FOCUS The latest bridal news, buys and launches 42 TAKE A BOW Whether it’s an oversized bow or a dainty detail, this fashion staple is here to stay 49 STRIKE A POSE Couture-inspired silhouettes are gracing the bridal catwalk 52 PERFECT PAIR Pick and mix these aisle-worthy bridal shoes and bags 56 BEAUTY BUZZ The latest launches and must-haves 58 HANDS UP! Products you’ll want to get your mitts on 60 SLEEP WELL Sleep therapist Denise Iordache from JoySpace Therapy tells us how changing small habits can make the world of difference to ensuring a better night’s sleep 16 70 Grooms 63 GROOMS’ NEWS The latest best buys and product launches 64 ADVENTURE AWAITS From adrenaline highs to laid-back laughs, we’ve created a feature packed with stag do ideas for every personality 66 ABOVE THE CLOUDS Cloud Dancer, Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year, brings a soft, modern edge to the groom’s look 68 TIME TO WED How to pick a watch that balances style, sentiment and practicality 22 sarahleggephotography.co.uk gaetanodigiacomo.co.uk 36 unsplash.com@kaboompics CONTENTS 5
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