New opening in Abergavenny Introducing EdNerat, a women’s coat maker and outfitter based in Abergavenny, South Wales. The boutique, which opened in November 2025, is adjacent to the popular Angel Hotel. It offers stylish occasion wear coats and outfits for mothers and wedding guests. The team cut their patterns twice, once for a smaller cup size and once for a fuller fit, because achieving the perfect fit across the chest and shoulders is key. They offer full bespoke sizing and a toile service where a calico fitting copy is sent to the customer’s home for a five-day trial, with a call available if needed, so that the fit is guaranteed before anything is cut in cloth.The coats do not crease or blow in the wind, and they can be worn long after the wedding. EdNerat are committed to zero waste, and the handmade occasion wear coats and outfits are cut, made and finished by hand in the London workshop, from fabrics woven almost entirely in the British Isles, including brocades, bouclés and fine wools that preserve their shape. The padded hangers are made in Pencoed, and the lavender bags in Abergavenny, with care labels woven at National Weaving in Neath. ednerat.com HENSOL CASTLE REVEALS TOP WEDDING TRENDS Hensol Castle, based in South Wales, recently revealed the top wedding trends for this year. Smaller guest lists, social media content creators and eco-conscious decisions are most popular. The historic castle, which hosts weddings throughout the year, has seen a noticeable shift in how couples plan their big day compared with five years ago, with modern weddings becoming personalised, experience led and social media conscious. There has been a rise in bookings for wedding content creators. Couples are increasingly focused on capturing their day in ways that are perfect for sharing online. Alongside traditional photographers and videographers, many are now hiring dedicated wedding content creators to capture candid, behind-the-scenes moments designed for social media. Intimate guest lists between 40 and 60 have seen a resurgence. Whilst affairs of between 80 and 100 guests remain popular, particularly for couples welcoming travelling guests, there has been a noticeable rise in smaller celebrations. Weekday weddings are also gaining popularity. Thursday and Sunday celebrations are in demand as couples want greater flexibility with dates and better value. To balance budgets, more couples are creating their own décor, table plans and signage, adding a personal touch to their wedding while keeping costs down. Food experiences are replacing traditional buffets. The three-course wedding breakfast is still a favourite, but evening food is evolving. Couples are increasingly choosing interactive dining experiences such as fajita stations or live cooking rather than traditional buffet options. Sustainability is key, with eco-conscious choices becoming more common, from biodegradable flowers to couples selling on homemade décor after their wedding Flexible fashion for bridal parties is essential, with bridesmaids increasingly wearing different styles or colours of dresses within the same palette. Elegant black-tie weddings are also on the rise. Looking ahead, the team at Hensol Castle predicts more couples opting for sophisticated black-tie celebrations, combining timeless elegance with a modern approach to wedding traditions. Read more online at yoursouthwales.wedding hensolcastle.com NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from the regions LATEST NEWS 9
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