THE LANDSCAPE OF LOVE
Where dramatic cliffs meet sweeping beaches, wild moorland and rolling countryside, Cornwall is where wedding dreams find their perfect backdrop. From the craggy headlands and golden sands of the north to the soft shores of the south, the untamed drama of Bodmin Moor to the flower-filled valleys inland, this county is as diverse as it is breathtaking – an irresistibly romantic setting for a celebration.
Chris Armstrong
Katie Goff
This issue, we’re celebrating Cornwall’s landscapes – their beauty, soulfulness and the role they play in the love stories we tell. You’ll find them shining through every page of our bumper Got Wed section, where couples have let nature lead.
Olivia Rossi
Pink Wave Photography
Lizzie Churchill
Ella and Will were drawn to the north coast’s towering cliffs and sweeping ocean views, while Gabby and Iain stole away to spring meadows and bluebell-strewn woods. Kezia and James chose Whitsand Bay – steeped in family memories – for their celebration at Polhawn Fort. And though they legally wed in Sydney, Katie and Rob returned home for a full-blown Cornish wedding with views across St Austell Bay.
Checkered Photography
Katie Goff
Our bridal editorial Undone Beauty captures that same wild spirit – with dreamlike silks and ethereal lace in the subtropical gardens of Hotel Meudon, cascading down to the sea. That mood continues in The Sea, The Sky and Us – a romantic elopement shoot on the cliffs at St Agnes. In Wild Grace, floral whimsy meets waterside romance at Above the Bay in Falmouth, while A Shore Thing brings contemporary coastal style to The Cove at Maenporth. And if retro is your thing, What Happens in Vegas channels candy-coloured fun into a playful countryside celebration with a Vegas twist.
Megan Hemsworth
Lyra & Moth
If you’re planning to embrace the outdoors, The Great Outdoors is packed with expert advice, and The Art of the Tent Wedding offers inspired ideas for under-canvas celebrations with style.
Olivia Rossi
Alan Law
We also explore how your connection to nature can live on in your rings – Where the Land Meets the Band delves into landscape-inspired jewellery design. And in Green is the New White, we highlight planet-friendly wedding planning – think heirloom-worthy gowns, low-impact styling and carbon-conscious menus.
Here’s to joy-filled weddings and dream days shaped by the beauty of Cornwall.
Rebecca
I Do Film and Photos
U Got The Love
Dan Ward
STYLE & BEAUTY
12. NATURE’S CANVAS
Draw inspiration from delicate butterflies, vibrant wildflowers and nature’s quiet beauty
14. UNDONE BEAUTY
Ethereal lace, fluid silks and the dreamiest silhouettes in a subtropical Cornish paradise
24. WED’S WISH LIST
Our edit of bridal must-haves to inspire your W-day look
28. FOR THE LOVE OF LACE, VOLUME AND WHIMSY
Sculptural silhouettes, intricate lace and fashion-forward romance in every stitch
38. WED’S BOUDOIR
Fresh picks and glow-up heroes for your bridal beauty moment
41. BE JEWELLED
Aisle-worthy jewels – from delicate pearls to make-your-own wedding rings
44. WHERE THE LAND MEETS THE BAND
Let the landscape you love inspire one-of-a-kind wedding rings
48. SUIT UP IN COLOUR
Tailored trends and bold hues that let colour take centre stage
52. WILD GRACE
Whimsy and wildflowers in a dreamscape above Falmouth Bay
56. THE SKY, THE SEA AND US
An elopement on the Cornish clifftops where modern boho meets wild romance
62. A SHORE THING
Contemporary coastal style with barefoot elegance on the shores of Maenporth
68. WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS…
A candy-coloured celebration filled with retro Vegas magic
FEATURES
34. FOR KEEPS
From petals to playlists – creative ways to hold onto your wedding memories
75. YOUR CEREMONY, YOUR STORY
How to craft a ceremony that feels truly, beautifully you
82. GREEN IS THE NEW WHITE
Style meets sustainability in this guide to planning a day that’s both beautiful and better for the planet
86. THE GREAT OUTDOORS
From woodland vows to clifftop feasts – how to embrace the magic of an outdoor wedding
90. THE ART OF THE TENT WEDDING
12 style-savvy ways to make your tented celebration uniquely yours
97. THE INVITE EDIT
Stress-saving tips for tackling that all-important guest list
103. LITTLE PARTY PEOPLE
Top tips for planning a wedding that keeps the kids happy (and parents, too)
140. FOREVER STARTS NOW
Therapist Shan Merchant shares how to future-proof your relationship
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What’s new, what’s hot and what’s happening in the world of weddings
51. WED’S HIP LIST
Fresh ideas to infuse your day with style, joy and one-of-a-kind touches
109. WED’S VENUES GUIDE
A guide to Cornwall’s most breathtaking wedding venues
149. GOT WED
Stories from unforgettable days and heartfelt “I dos”
196. 10 WAYS TO…
Add personality to your day with creative, meaningful touches
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
Deputy editor
Lucy Lawrence
Chief features writer
Hannah May
Contributors
Jess Baber, Laura Dalton, Abby Driver, Hazel Parsons
Design
Matt Sanwell, Design UNLTD
Advertising and Management
Brendan Sleeman
Website management
Jenna Matthews
Finance
Morwenna Matthews
Publisher
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Cover image
Photography Katie Goff katiegoffphotography.com
Venue Hotel Meudon meudon.co.uk
Styling & makeup Suzi Winter using Merit suziwinter.co.uk
Hair Lauren Bramble Bridal Hair laurenbramblehair.co.uk
Model Isabella Lilley
Dress Rebecca Ingram, Bliss Bridal Gowns blissbridalgowns.co.uk
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