NEW BEGINNINGS
I sit down to write this editor’s letter beneath clear blue skies, as blossom unfurls and spring begins to bloom. It’s a season full of promise – and our thoughts turn to the weddings ahead: hazy, sun-kissed celebrations, gatherings in golden meadows and cocktails sipped beside wave-lapped shores.
Ivyhouse Photography
Melanie Barnfield
Daisy Davidson
That sense of fresh energy flows through this issue of Wed. Inside, you’ll find a wealth of beautiful inspiration, from the dreamiest fashions for brides, bridesmaids and grooms to lustrous pearl jewellery and light-catching diamond rings.
Paige Grace
Charlotte Dart
From what to wear to how to style your celebration, our styled shoots strike a perfect balance between contemporary flair and timeless romance. The Regency elegance of Henlade House sets the scene for The New Romance, an ethereal vision of soft ivories, sculptural florals and flowing silks. In Winter Light captures the quiet beauty of a colder season at The Great Barn, where botanical details and whimsical gowns reflect the quiet romance of a winter celebration. Meanwhile, Modern Elegance unfolds at Plymouth’s Custom House, blending chic silhouettes, creamy florals and a palette of soft, romantic hues.
Katie Goff
Alex Miller
Personalisation continues to define modern weddings, and in All About You we explore inspiring ways to make your day truly your own. You’ll see that spirit woven throughout our Got Wed pages: from Jess and Lucy’s vibrant, disco-filled celebration at Wooladon Estate to Gemma and Phil’s colour-soaked floral dream at Ashridge Great Barn. Ellie and Mat’s elegant wedding at Pynes House, alongside Alice and Pip’s idyllic summer celebration at Huntsham Court, each offers a beautifully personal take on “I do”.
Aurelia Allen
Ivyhouse Photography
Elsewhere, discover expert advice on assembling your wedding party in The A Team, alongside guidance from life and mindset coach Jo Irving on calming pre-wedding nerves, and relationship therapist Shan Merchant on the key conversations to have before your big day.
And the inspiration doesn’t end here. Sign up to our newsletter, follow us on social media and visit our website for even more ideas – all rooted in beautiful Devon.
Rebecca
Freckle Photography
CONTENTS
STYLE & BEAUTY
10. THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS
Delicate petal embellishments for a floral-fabulous wedding
12. THE NEW ROMANCE
Soft ivories meet sculptural florals and Regency grandeur at Henlade House
18. IN WINTER LIGHT
A celebration of whimsical bridalwear and winter’s quiet beauty at The Great Barn
24. MODERN ELEGANCE
Soft neutrals, romantic florals and refined styling for a contemporary look
30. WED’S WISH LIST
Our edit of bridal must-haves
34. THE NEW DRESS CODE
Statement silhouettes, standout details and modern finishes
40. THE MODERN BRIDESMAID EDIT
The shades defining today’s bridal party
44. WED’S BOUDOIR
Glow-up heroes for your bridal beauty moment
46. TRADITION THROUGH TIME
The future of your legacy with Patek Philippe
48. BE JEWELLED
Statement earrings, petal-pretty pieces and aisle-ready accents
51. PEARLY QUEEN
From earrings to necklaces, timelessly chic pearls for your W-day look
54. FOREVER DIAMONDS
A guide to choosing a diamond ring that feels beautifully your own
58. THE ACCESSORIES EDIT
Finishing touches for the modern groom
60. THE LIGHT TOUCH
Relaxed, breezy groomswear for spring and summer
FEATURES
64. ALL ABOUT YOU
Inspiration for designing a wedding that feels beautifully personal
71. TWO VISIONS, ONE LOVE STORY
Creating a day that reflects you both
74. THE A TEAM
Choosing and organising your wedding party
78. CALM BEFORE THE AISLE
Expert advice for soothing nerves before and on the big day
98. THE FOUNDATIONS OF FOREVER
The key conversations to have before you say “I do”
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What’s new, what’s hot, what’s happening
63. WED’S HIP LIST
Fresh ideas with standout style
83. WED’S VENUES GUIDE
Devon’s most breathtaking wedding settings
105. GOT WED
Real love stories, beautifully told
146. 10 WAYS TO…
Make your wedding morning magical
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
Chief features writer
Hannah May
Contributors
Jess Baber, Elizabeth Chester, Abby Driver, Jo Irving, Shan Merchant, Hazel Parsons
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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Print
Deltor
Cover image
Photography Ivyhouse Photography ivyhousephotography.co.uk
Second photographer Louise Eleanor louise-eleanor.com
Concept, planning, make-up & content creation Briony Bond brionysbeauty.wixsite.com/brionysbeauty
Concept, planning, styling & coordination Daisy Martin, River Rose Wedding Planner riverroseweddingplanner.co.uk
Venue Henlade House henladehouse.co.uk
Dress Solunah solunahstudio.co.uk
Hair Hair by Hannah hairbyhannah.net
Bouquet Floral Art Devon floralartdevon.co.uk
Floral décor All Floral allfloral.co.uk
Models Laura instagram.com/laurakjackson
Ben instagram.com/mr_bsquires
