WITH LOVE, FROM WED
Newly engaged? Congratulations! Whether you’re basking in the first heady days of fiancée life or counting down the final moments to “I do,” welcome to a brand-new issue of Wed Magazine. Think of Wed as your planning companion through this magic-soaked chapter. From these luxe pages to our advice-packed website and inspiration-filled socials, we’re here to make the journey joyful. Powered by a tiny but passionate team, we’re all about celebrating you – and the beautiful county of Devon – on your wedding day. So toss out the rulebook and prepare to honour your lives, loves and unique story in unapologetically individual style.
Once the ring has been admired and the champagne savoured, the planning can suddenly feel a little overwhelming. Our Wedding Planning Guide is your first port of call: expert advice from seasoned planners, a what-to-do-when timeline and a clear guide to your ceremony options. One of the earliest – and biggest – tasks is choosing a venue, and our Venues Guide brings together some of Devon’s dreamiest settings, from country houses and storied castles to rustic barns wrapped in romance.
And once you’ve fallen for a venue, it’s hard to resist diving into the styling. Turn to our styled shoots for instant mood-board magic: the rustic romance of Country Chic at Battleford Farm; the soft blooms, painterly touches and walled-garden charm of Art and Soul at Kingston Estate; the seasonal coastal beauty of Where Autumn Meets the Sea at Gara Rock; and the candlelit elegance of An Ode to Autumn at Torre Abbey. Prepare to lose yourself in exquisite details at these enchanting venues.
If your hearts are set on something small, soulful and deeply personal, an elopement offers the ultimate “just us” celebration. Simply Us shares the stories of three couples who did exactly that. And for even more heartfelt inspiration, our bumper Got Wed section is brimming with love stories. From Hannah and Oli’s flower-filled day at The Great Barn and Hannah and Josh’s handcrafted rustic romance at Rumleigh Farm to Katie and James’s sun-kissed celebrations at Harefield Barn – we love how each couple infused their day with personality, passion and pure joy.
At Wed, making it personal is everything. You’ll find ideas for crafting a celebration that feels unmistakably yours – from foodie trends and signature drinks to bespoke cakes and even ways to include your four-legged friends.
We look forward to being with you every step of the way as you plan the best of days in beautiful Devon.
Rebecca
CONTENTS:
STYLE & BEAUTY
12. HEAVENLY TOUCHES
Celestial details for a starry-eyed celebration
14. ART AND SOUL
Artful details and flower-filled beauty in the walled gardens of Kingston Estate
22. COUNTRY CHIC
Warm hues and rustic settings for a quintessential rural romance at Battleford Farm
28. THE LOOK OF LOVE
From boho glam to full drama – four looks to inspire your dream dress
32. TO HAVE AND TO HOLD
Luxe bags made for the wedding day and beyond
34. BEST FOOT FORWARD
Make an entrance in high-glam heels
36. WED’S BOUDOIR
Fresh beauty picks and glow-up heroes for your bridal moment
39. BE JEWELLED
Aisle-worthy jewels – from showstopping diamonds to vintage-chic engagement rings
42. RINGS WITH A CONSCIENCE
How to choose rings that honour both your love story and the planet
46. WORKING THE GROOM
Top picks for the man of the moment
50. WHERE AUTUMN MEETS THE SEA
Autumn warmth and coastal wildness for a romantic celebration at Gara Rock
56. AN ODE TO AUTUMN
Candlelit romance and luxe Art Nouveau beauty at Torre Abbey
FEATURES
61. COUTURE CAKES
Irresistible wedding cake inspiration, from vintage elegance to botanical chic
64. FEAST YOUR EYES
The freshest wedding food trends, from elevated plates to bite-sized delights
68. RAISE A GLASS
A guide to planning the perfect wedding drinks menu
72. PART OF THE FAMILY
How to include your furry friends in the festivities
76. KEEP COOL AND SAY “I DO”
Expert advice for keeping family dramas at bay
81. ASK THE WEDDING PLANNERS
The planners share their wisdom on the questions that matter
86. YOUR ULTIMATE WEDDING PLANNING TIMELINE
What to do – and when – for a seamless journey to “I do”
88. ALL THE WAYS TO WED
A simple guide to the ceremonies that can shape your day
106. SIMPLY US
Three couples share the stories of their Devon elopements
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What’s new, what’s hot and what’s happening in the world of weddings
49. WED’S HIP LIST
Fresh ideas to infuse your day with one-of-a-kind touches
91. WED’S VENUES GUIDE
Your essential guide to Devon’s most breathtaking wedding venues
113. GOT WED
Stories from unforgettable days and heartfelt “I dos”
154. 10 WAYS TO…
Stay sane while wedding planning
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
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
Wed Magazine
28 Reens Crescent
Heamoor
Penzance
Cornwall
TR18 3HW
01736 331456
wed@wedmagazine.co.uk
wedmagazine.co.uk
Print
Deltor
Cover image
Photography Hannah Wilde hannah-wilde.com
Concept, floral design & styling Sophie Flowers sophieflowers.com
Coordination & styling Desirángo instagram.com/desirango__
Venue The Lost Music Hall, Unique Home Stays uniquehomestays.com
Dress Phoebe Crosby Design phoebecrosbydesign.co.uk
Hair Toni Gogola Wedding Hair tonigogola.co.uk
Make-up Nicola Redman nicolaredmanmakeup.com
Models Estelle and Younes instagram.com/estelleandyounes
