Your London & Surrey Wedding - July/August 2026 (Issue 108)

NEW ECOMMERCE PLATFORM FOR MILLINERY Award-winning milliner Katherine Elizabeth has launched a new online shopfront for her label Katherine Elizabeth Millinery, making her handcrafted hats and headpieces available to purchase directly from home for the first time. Known for her couture millinery designs, Katherine Elizabeth has created bespoke pieces for high-profile names including Dita Von Teese, Lily Allen, Debbie McGee and dancer Johannes Radebe, and her work has featured at both London and Paris Fashion Week. The designer’s career spans collaborations with leading fashion houses and appearances across major media platforms including the BBC and ITV, alongside guest presenting roles at events such as Royal Ascot Ladies Day. Katherine has also exhibited at prestigious institutions including Fortnum & Mason during London Craft Week and Coutts Bank during London Fashion Week. Through Katherine Elizabeth Millinery’s new digital storefront, clients can now explore her collection of handmade hats, formal headpieces and occasionwear accessories designed for events including weddings, Royal Ascot, Henley Royal Regatta and garden parties. Having trained under renowned milliners Stephen Jones and Catherine Delaney, Katherine Elizabeth has built an award-winning brand known for its sculptural, fashionled approach to headwear, blending craftsmanship with contemporary design. Visit katherineelizabethhats.com Lavender Mayfield marks 20 years of natural beauty Reopened on 6th June, Surrey icon Mayfield Lavender Farm celebrates 20 years of purple perfection, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in one of Britain’s most soothing natural landscapes. Set across 25 acres in the North Surrey Downs, the Soil Association– certified organic farm has become synonymous with slow beauty, wellness and escapism. This anniversary season is shaped around the themes of renewal, regrowth and regeneration, reflecting a growing desire to reconnect with nature through mindful, sensory experiences. Wandering between softly swaying lavender rows at full bloom is a feast for the senses – the scent alone is enough to lower stress levels and lift the mood. New for 2026, the Lavender Labyrinth offers a serene space for pause and reflection, while the hands‑on Potting Station allows visitors to take the beauty of lavender home, learning how to propagate and nurture the plant themselves. Elsewhere, lavender‑infused treats, botanical keepsakes and framed photo moments – from the iconic red phone box to the heart‑shaped bench – make this a destination beloved by beauty lovers, content creators and wellness seekers alike. With flexible ticketing options encouraging repeat visits and peak blooms typically arriving from July to early August, Mayfield Lavender remains a celebration of nature’s true beauty found outdoors. Visit mayfieldlavender.com LATEST NEWS 11

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