HELLO SUNSHINE!
There’s something about the early summer: the long days of hazy sunshine, the air heavy with luscious florals and the promise of joyful times ahead. And there’s nothing quite like a summer wedding in Devon; whether you’re celebrating on the moors, on the coast or in the countryside, the natural beauty of this extraordinary county really shines during the summer months, making a dream canvas for celebrating your love with the people who make your heart sing.
Danielle Veitch
Helen Cawte
From scents to styling, beautiful blooms to delicious drinks, this issue is filled with gorgeous content to stir the senses as well as excitement for those heady, wedding-filled days ahead.
Martyn Norsworthy
Nothing awakens the senses – or says wedding – quite like a carnival of flowers and the latest trends see both pared-back and statement blooms scoring style points for fashion-forward couples. See The Power of Petals for minimalist through to maximalist inspiration. Of course, your choice of flowers plays a key role in scenting your wedding and, in Scent With Love, we look at how fragrance can be used to elevate the sensory impact of your celebration while creating evocative memories for years to come.
Clare Kinchin
Danielle Veitch
Getting your drinks menu right is key – particularly during the warm months – and, in Sunshine in a Glass and Sunny Delights you’ll find ideas for a refreshing and totally delicious summer drinks menu. And, from lip-smacking rum concoctions to gin-laden fizzes, Jo Fitch at The Buffalo serves up some flavour-packed cocktail ideas in Cool Cocktails.
Laura Dean
With the beauty of Devon itself promising to be the star of your wedding day, we serve up some expert advice for planning a wedding under canvas in a glorious corner of the county in Pitch Perfect. And we’ve enlisted the styling experts to share their favourite looks of the moment for a wow-worthy wedding scene in Looks We Love.
Kathryn Clarke-Mcleod
Wow is most definitely the word for Monochrome Magic. Captured at Gara Rock on the breathtaking coastline of South Devon, this styled shoot blends an eternally stylish black and white palette with a playful splash of Hollywood glamour for an achingly chic celebration by the sea. Kingston Estate provides the dreamy canvas for Enduring Love, a showcase of head-turning gowns and modern luxe styling in the romantic climes of the Georgian mansion and Linhay barn.
Clare Kinchin
For a splash of colour, Something Bold offers playful and oh-so pretty inspiration for a contemporary celebration styled with a pink palette and striking blooms, while Modern Romance showcases the elegant styling potential of a tipi celebration, pairing pinks and beautiful florals for a glamorous modern wedding.
Tara Statton
Angel Wade
With the latest fashions, jewellery, rings and some utterly gorgeous real weddings across Devon in these pages, grab a quiet moment for yourself in the sunshine and savour the sensory journey we’ve put together for you this issue.
Rebecca
Contents
STYLE
12. SUPER NATURAL
Artful inspiration for a wedding immersed in natural beauty
16. MONOCHROME MAGIC
A black and white palette meets a twist of Hollywood glamour on the South Devon coast
22. SOMETHING BOLD
Embrace magenta and shades of pink for an oh-so romantic wedding scene
28. WED’S WISH LIST
Dream dresses and lust-worthy shoes
32. MAKE THE CUT
Square necks, separates and the trending design features from the catwalks
38. ENDURING LOVE
Showstopping gowns and luxe styling make for a dreamily elegant wedding
44. WED’S BOUDOIR
Bridal beauty tips and trends
46. NEW METAL
Captivating bridal jewels, from boho charms to shoreline treasures
50. LOVE MATCH
Inspiration for perfectly paired wedding and engagement rings
60. THE COLOUR EDIT
Our pick of the top trending colours for your grooms wear
66. MODERN ROMANCE
An elegant tipi wedding with a glamorous modern twist
FEATURES
54. SCENT WITH LOVE
How to perfume your wedding to perfection
65. WED’S HIP LIST
Fresh, fun and fabulous ways to add a unique touch to your day
72. SUNSHINE IN A GLASS
Inspiration for welcome drinks with a summer flavour
74. SUNNY DELIGHTS
Top-tasting summer tipples, from fruity spirits to alcohol-free favourites
77. COOL COCKTAILS
Fresh and flavoursome concoctions for a summer wedding
80. THE POWER OF PETALS
Pared-back pretty or all-out statement? Take your pick from the latest flower trends
84. LOOKS WE LOVE
The wedding stylists share their favourite trends of the moment
89. PITCH PERFECT
How to make material your dream wedding under canvas
94. SPEAK EASY
Make your speech memorable for the right reasons with these expert tips
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What’s new, what’s hot, what’s on
97. WED’S VENUES GUIDE
The ultimate guide to Devon’s finest wedding venues
117. GOT WED
Newly-weds share a glimpse of their day
154. NOTES ON A WEDDING
Top tips for your planning pleasure
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
Deputy editor
Lucy Higgins
Chief features writer
Hannah May
Contributors
Becci Clubb, Rebecca Green, Jessica Kearney, Hazel Parsons, Sophie Walker
Design
Matt Sanwell, Design UNLTD
Advertising and Management
Brendan Sleeman
Website management
Jenna Matthews
Finance
Morwenna Matthews
Publisher
Wed Magazine
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Heamoor
Penzance
Cornwall
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01736 331456
wed@wedmagazine.co.uk
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Print
Deltor Communications Ltd
Cover image
Photography Danielle Veitch danielleveitch.com
Coordination & styling Clover & Fern cloverandfern.com
Venue Gara Rock gararock.com
Hair & make-up Gemma Sutton gemmasutton.com
Dress Something Borrowed somethingborrowedrent.co.uk
Shoes Charlotte Mills charlottemills.com
Models Eloise Hare & Tom Holland-Hare instagram.com/thehollandhares
