THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE
When it comes down to it, this whole wonderful wedding journey - from the dress hunting and cake tasting to the number crunching and guest list deliberating - comes down to two short but oh-so significant words: I do. This issue, we celebrate the all-important words that make up a wedding.
First of all, of course, there are the vows: the promises that bind you together in the contract of marriage. We explore the significance of these weighty words in 'Every Vow You Take.' Then there are the readings. Whether it's a funny poem, soul-stirring song lyrics or some poignant words fresh from your favourite Netflix series, 'More Than Words' looks at how to choose and deliver the perfect reading for your ceremony. And then we come to those words that send a ripple of terror down the spine: the speeches. Find the right words to convey the emotion and magnitude of the occasion - and maybe even a few belly laughs - with the help of our feature 'Speech Therapy.'
Of course, there's the usual feast of beautiful-beyond-words gowns. Captured at glorious new venue, Hendra Barns, on a sun-drenched summer's day, 'At First Blush' whips up sweet visions of dusky blush dresses, soft blooms and insanely pretty details. And we savoured another balmy day on the sands of Marazion beach shooting bridal fashion story 'Spirited Away' - the light, floaty gowns and exquisite headwear offer dreamy inspiration for those of you planning a wedding on the Cornish coast.
Speaking of which, our spectacular coastline features heavily in our Got Wed section this issue. From a 1950s' inspired party on the cliffs of the north coast to a spring celebration abloom with fabulous flowers on the south coast - not to mention a wonderful woodland wedding featuring bunnies, butterflies and bold colours - meet the couples who said their 'I dos' in brilliantly individual and stirringly romantic style.
Enjoy!
Rebecca
STYLE
14. SOMETHING SORBET
Sweeten your celebration with chic sorbet shades
16. SPIRITED AWAY
Drift down the aisle in light-as-air dresses and delicate lace accents
26. AT FIRST BLUSH
Pretty up your wedding with blush pink gowns and insanely romantic details
36. WED'S TREND REPORT
Fashion-forward bridal wear - from cool colours to super-stylish separates
48. WED'S BOUDOIR
Bridal beauty tips and trends
70. WORKING THE GROOM
Style tips for the man of the moment
72. SUIT YOURSELF
Grooms' wedding woes resolved
FEATURES
44. FESTIVAL OF LOVE
All the fun of a festival wedding, from fabulous food to free-spirited fun
51. FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Get your glow on with these top tips from nutritionist Valerie Shakerley
56. LET IT SHINE!
Pick a pattern for a covetable wedding ring
59. HEN-PICKED
Fresh ideas for a hen do to remember
66. BRING ME SUNSHINE
Need-to-know advice for weatherproofing your wedding
74. SPEECH THERAPY
Wow the crowd with our must-read wedding speech guide
80. RHAPSODY IN BLUE
Beautiful bluebells and spun-sugar gowns make for a stylish something blue
86. BARBECUE BLISS
Flavoursome ideas for a palate-pleasing pre and post-wedding party
89. COOL RIDER
Red-hot wheels for a super-stylish arrival
94. FLORAL SYMPHONY
Pretty palettes for a blooming beautiful reception
99. MORE THAN WORDS
Expert advice for choosing and delivering a reading to remember
104. EVERY VOW YOU TAKE
Unravelling the all-important wedding vows
108. SUPER NATURAL
Inspiration for a rustic and romantic wedding in the country
114. WONDER LANDS
Marry and mini 'moon in blissful seclusion in one of these hidden gems
129. BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY
Honeymoon in Singapore for culture, wildlife and global cuisine
134. LOVE, PEACE AND MINDFULNESS
Banish those nerves with the meditation craze that's sweeping the nation
139. GIFT AID!
Wed lends a hand with your wedding wish list
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What's new, what's hot, what's on
122. THE VENUE
Licensed venues for civil ceremonies in Cornwall
152. GOT WED
Newly-weds share a glimpse of their day
170. NOTES ON A WEDDING
Top tips for your planning pleasure
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
Chief features writer
Hannah May
Contributors
Abby Driver, Sarah Christopher, Tracy Edwards, Christine Jensen, Gemma MacKenzie, Claudia Montano, Claire Moulds, Jenny Phipps, Sharon Ryan, Valerie Shakerley, Leon Soulsby, Chris Wasey, Elle Winsor-Grime
Design
Matt Sanwell, Design UNLTD
Advertising and Management
Brendan Sleeman
Distribution
Jenna Matthews
Finance
Morwenna Matthews
Publisher
Wed Magazine
28 Reens Crescent
Heamoor
Penzance
Cornwall
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01736 331456
Four Way Print
Cover image
Dress
Claire Pettibone, The Bridal House of Cornwall
www.thebridalhouseofcornwall.co.uk
Photography Kevern Photography
