Your South Wales Wedding - January/February 2021 (Issue 77)

Danielle Harvey shares all the latest best buys and product launches NEWS Grooms’ FANCY FEET Havaianas has released its autumn/winter sock collection and here at CWM HQ we think it’s a great way to show off your quirky style – and they’ll also come in handy on the honeymoon too! Ultra-comfortable and developed with each toe encased separately (like a glove), the groom can have a colour pop on the big day and then wear with flip flops on honeymoon. Priced at £8.95 and available in a range of colours, visit www.havaianas-store.com Scent-appeal British lifestyle brand Tayroc launches its first-ever unisex fragrance comprising six intoxicating scents: Elegance, Expedition, Style, Journey, Poise and Quest. Each has its own unique notes that capture the essence of nature encompassing fruity, floral, spicy and woody undertones. The 100ml scents, priced at £98, will be available online at www.tayroc.com Sporting heroes Female Savile Row designer and tailor for men Alexandra Wood has created a new, exclusive accessories range of scarves, socks and pocket squares which are ideal for the sports-mad groom. These hand-sketched and designed in-house accessories are perfect for showing your love of sport on your wedding day, and the collection has been brought to life with vibrant tones that will add a piece of art to any big-day look. The new range consists of five designs inspired by tennis, rugby, yachting, cycling and cars. Check out https://alexandrawoodbespoke.co.uk Nature’s wonders The London Botanists, independent producers of premium CBD products, has launched a 100% natural and gender neutral skincare collection, handmade in Britain from sustainable sources. The first two products in the collection are the CBD and Arnica Muscle Oil, and CBD and Rosehip Sensitive Skin Balm – perfect additions to winter pre- wedding skincare routines. The London Botanists CBD and Arnica Muscle Oil (£20) contains 100% natural ingredients including healing arnica, rosemary, tea tree and comfrey oils with anti-inflammatory properties and works to reduce muscle soreness, perfect as a post-workout treat or to use at the end of a long day. Also 100% natural, the CBD and Rosehip Sensitive Skin Balm (£20) is nutrient-rich perfect for all skin types this winter; it contains unbleached, unrefined shea butter and no artificial colouring, fragrance or essential oils. Applied directly to the skin it has soothing properties helping minimise signs of ageing and issues related to skin sensitivity, including redness. For more details visit https://thelondonbotanists.com A LOVABLE BROGUE British men’s shoes and accessories brand, Billy Ruffian, has something for everyone when it comes to the groom or the groomsmen searching for big- day accessories. Billy Ruffian shoes are designed with the perfect mix of fashion and function completing any outfit with a stylish finish; these versatile hand-crafted brogues remain a classic shoe for the final touch to a formal outfit. Available in a number of different styles, in suede or leather, they’re priced from £150. Check out www.billyruffianshoes.co.uk GROOMS’ NEWS 83