Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - July/August 2026 (Issue 117)

Real wedding 28 ENGLISH COUNTRY GARDEN Caroline and Justin’s May wedding at Mapperton enjoyed a pretty summery pastel theme 34 SOMETHING BLUE Stephanie and Tom’s traditional summer wedding enjoyed a marquee backdrop with a pale blue theme Fashion & Beauty 62 FASHION FOCUS The latest bridal news, buys and launches 63 THE NEXT CHAPTER These new-season bridal dresses boast pleats, drapes and folds, which add movement and fluidity 69 CURTAIN CALL Gorgeous gowns created from tiers of organza and soft chiffon have been gracing the bridal catwalks 76 LEADING LADY The mother figure in your life will enjoy these soft shades and fashionable prints 78 BEAUTY BUZZ This summer’s launches, including all your protect and perfect must-haves 80 IN YOUR OWN SKIN We talk to IMAGE Skincare founder and chairwoman Janna Ronert about skin confidence, and putting in place those allimportant routines to achieve it 85 REFRAMING WEDDING WELLNESS We explore the 2026 concept of wellbeing and how it’s changing the way we look at wedding preparations 69 34 92 Grooms 86 GROOMS’ NEWS The latest best buys and product launches 87 MISCHIEF MANAGED How pageboys add charm, character and a touch of chaos to your wedding day 88 NATURALLY DRESSED Inspired by nature, sage green brings a relaxed, romantic edge to a groom’s look 28 Honeymoons 90 HONEYMOON NEWS Our travel editor reveals the newest openings and honeymoon essentials 92 BEAUTIFUL BARBADOS Editor Claire Ridley jetted to O2 Beach Club & Spa and The Rockley 96 CITY HEIGHTS A stylish city escape at W Edinburgh 88 CONTENTS 5

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