Your Kent Wedding - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 76)

JOIN THE CELEBRATIONS On 18 th and 19 th October, Victoria Elaine Bridal will be celebrating its first birthday in store with cake, balloons and a party atmosphere. If you say yes to your dress at the boutique on either of these days, you’ll receive £100 off an accessory of your choice. The team will be celebrating early because the actual anniversary is the 20 th , when they’ll be busy meeting brides at The Wedding Experience, Detling. But fear not! If you don’t get a chance to pop in to the boutique over the birthday weekend, you can still book an appointment at the stand to take advantage of the same offer. To bring the party to a close, the boutique will host a Hayley Paige trunk show on 2 nd and 3 rd November, featuring gowns from her most recent collections. Appointments cost £20, and you’ll receive a goodie bag and an opportunity for fun in the photo booth. You’ll have to be quick, though, as this event is already proving popular. Check out victoriaelainebridal.co.uk Need a hero? The Wedding Heroes is a collaborative effort between a wonderful group of Kent-based wedding suppliers who have launched an exciting new YouTube channel. These monthly videos feature top tips for couples planning their big day and star suppliers from the worlds of floristry, transport, cakes, music and more. Adel and Karina of 2 of Harps say: “It’s exciting to have been featured in the very first video and to be part of such a fantastic and inspiring team. Everyone is creative and enthusiastic, and that’s what makes these videos so special – they’re informative but fun.” The Wedding Heroes are: 2 of Harps , 2ofharps.com   Flowers by EG , flowersbyeg.com | Samantha Jones Photography , samanthajonesphotography.co.uk | Film Our Day , filmourday.co.uk | Gillian Smissen , gilliansmissen.com | Simply Ceremonies UK , celebrant-uk.co.uk | Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve , aspinallfoundation.org/port-lympne | Film coordinator , Janet Wilson. Check out theweddingheroes.co.uk DETLING NEWS New to The Wedding Experience, Detling, this October is the Boho Showcase. The event has partnered with Locate to Create (locatetocreate.com) to build an area where bohemian dreams are made. The venue stylist’s owner, Holly Dallison, says: “Vintage, rustic and boho are our kind of thing, which is why when The Wedding Experience asked us to get involved in the new area at the Detling show, we jumped at the opportunity. Think macramé, pampas grass and so much more. We can’t wait to show you what we have in store.” The Wedding Experience, Detling, will take place on 20 th October at The Kent Showground from 10.30am until 3pm. Check out wedding-experience.co.uk OPEN-AIR AFFAIR Outdoor weddings are set to soar in popularity with a prospective law change on the horizon that could lift restrictions on permitted wedding venues. The Law Commission has announced a two-year review of marriage ceremonies across England and Wales, including rules dating back to the Victorian era, with an expected overhaul set to open up new avenues for couples wanting to wed al fresco. Inspired by this prospective shift, the wedding specialists at LPM Bohemia have kindly shared with us their top tips for a seamless celebration under the stars… ❤ Ensure your outdoor setup complements its surroundings – Think vistas, sight lines and backgrounds; ensure your marquee doesn’t obstruct or detract from the environment. ❤ Make it personal – The great outdoors offers a blank canvas, which can be styled to suit. Think about the grand entrance, the colour or print of interior lining and any additional rooms for cocktail lounges to chill-out yurts. Get creative! ❤ Get the basics right to set the mood – Sound, lighting and temperature control are extremely important to setting the overall ambience. Consider how the natural light will change throughout the day, trial your acoustics and if you’re planning an open-air event, have a back-up plan. Head over to yourkent.wedding for even more tips and for more on LPM Bohemia, visit lpmbohemia.com natalyjphotography.com samanthajonesphotogrphy.co.uk 10