Your Herts & Beds Wedding - Feb/Mar 2020 (Issue 78)

ARRIVE IN STYLE Q: I am trying to find transport for our wedding that will fit our romantic theme and it would be great to get some advice for the special day. Your wedding starts the moment you wake-up and everything is set, such as the beautiful hair and make-up, the fabulous dress and all that’s left to do is get there. At this stage does it feel right to call an Uber or have uncle Derek drive you in his Ford Granada? If not, then why not hire a professional wedding car company to transport you and your bridal party? It will arrive early and is ready when you are. Feel like a star from the golden age of Hollywood being taken care of with a glass of prosecco for the bride and groom after the ceremony to enjoy on your way to the reception. It’ll also help capture amazing memories and photographs to cherish. Trust me, you’ll be glad you decided to hire a professional company! Jonathan Snowdon | Wedding Cars of Herts | weddingcarsofherts.co.uk THE BLING RING Q: I want to buy my wife-to-be a ring that’s really personal and shows just how much I love her. Do you have any tips or advice when it comes to choosing the right one when there’s so many on the market? We always say the best way to guarantee your wife-to-be gets a ring she will treasure for a lifetime is to get her involved with the design from the very start by creating the engagement ring together.  We know there’s many options out there with various metals, shapes, stone colours and sizes, which is why many men can find it overwhelming when it comes to picking out the perfect one. We often find that the woman knows exactly the type she wants, so why not design it together and create exactly that?  When visiting The Goldsmithy for any commission, whether that’s an engagement or wedding bands, our skilled goldsmiths will sit down with you to talk through all of the options. The team will offer advice on the best choices to suit your lifestyle and budget as many people don’t realise how many options and combinations are available to them! You’ll also be able to have a go at our workbench guided by Cartier trained, Glenn Chapman and his son Paul Chapman. This allows for an extra special and personal experience as you’ll be putting your own mark on the ring for a loved one to cherish forever. Glenn Chapman | The Goldsmithy Ltd thegoldsmithy.com YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY Q: My wife-to-be and I are looking for the perfect romantic venue for our wedding day but we’re not sure where to start. What questions should we ask venues to see if they’re right for us? Everything about your wedding venue needs to be absolutely perfect both inside and out – especially if you’re thinking about getting married in the summer! You need to ensure the following when selecting the property: that the views and the gardens are beautiful and well maintained, and that the ceremony and wedding breakfast areas are both stunning and romantic. Make sure you check if there’s an opportunity to decorate the buliding to match your chosen theme and think about if there’s a nice dancefloor and stage for your DJ or band. The most important part is do the staff at the venue really care? Will they listen to you and what you want – not just doing what’s easiest for them? You do not want to be just another bride and groom, it’s important to remember that you don’t get a second chance with your wedding! Anna and Jamie Rankin | Micklefield Hall | micklefieldhall.com sarahleggephotography.co.uk brandmission.co.uk brandmission.co.uk 102