I've always believed that Cornwall is a special place to get married. Few places on Earth can rival the staggering scenery and the heady air of romance, not to mention that special atmosphere that gets under your skin. And now, as enchanting new venues pop up, hotels undergo sleek makeovers and glamorous new bridal boutiques bursting with impossibly pretty frocks open - Cornwall has never been such a wonderful place to get wed. This issue, we celebrate the dreamy dresses, the darling details, the party pads, and decadent flavours which make for a pretty and endlessly personal wedding in this enchanting place.
Our bridal fashion shoots saw us exploring some pretty pockets of West Cornwall with an exquisite selection of dresses - and some brilliantly creative people - in tow. Captured in fields abloom with a carnival of flowers on the edge of Mount's Bay, 'Dream a Little Dream' is a sweet reverie of enchanting dresses, subtle embellishment and whimsical florals. See the behind the scenes video on www.wedmagazine.co.uk. Meanwhile, 'Blush of Romance' is brimming with pretty-as-a-picture silhouettes for a breathtakingly romantic look. And, as your fantasy dress demands the perfect hair and make-up, 'The Look of Love' showcases covetable looks, from screen siren glamour to dreamy boho.
Some seriously hip hotels now pepper Cornwall's glorious landscape. Whether you're seeking sophistication in the city, seaside chic or country luxe, prepare to meet your perfect party pad in 'Local Treasures'.
We see it as our mission to celebrate the personal here at Wed. The key to a memorable wedding is embracing those so-you details, which speak volumes about your individual personalities and coupledom - from start to finish. We meet some couples who did just that in 'Unique, C'est Chic!', while 'Got Wed' is jam-packed with love stories that warm the cockles, from vintage glamour in the depths of winter to coolly eclectic celebrations in the heat of summer.
We've received some wonderful feedback from our lovely readers over recent months. It makes us feel all warm and fuzzy to hear how Wed has been an integral part of your journey to the aisle. Do keep in touch on Facebook and Twitter, and register for our newsletter for the freshest and most fabulous wedding inspiration this wonderful county has to offer.
Rebecca
STYLE
14. DREAM A LITTLE DREAM
Enchant in a whimsical blend of ethereal lace, feather-light fabric and dainty detail
24. BLUSH OF ROMANCE
Revel in a romantic vision of chiffon, lace or tulle and the prettiest of accessories
32. NEW ROMANTICS
Fashion-forward bridal wear, from floral fabulous to vintage glam
40. WED'S BOUDOIR
Bridal beauty tips and trends
42. THE LOOK OF LOVE
Heavenly hair and must-have make-up inspiration
48. LITTLE MIX
Pretty and playful looks for your mini maids
66. WORKING THE GROOM
Style tips for the man of the moment
68. SUIT YOURSELF
Grooms' wedding wardrobe woes resolved
FEATURES
46. OF MAIDS AND MEN
A guide to maidly and manly duties
51. A DESIGN FOR LIFE
The lowdown on sourcing those all-important rings
59. UNIQUE, C'EST CHIC!
Meet the couples who did it their way
64. THE LONG WALK
Rebecca Matthews braces herself for her big aisle moment
70. MERCY, MERCY MEME
T-Rex, Trash the dress and the matrimonial meme
72. GOURMET AND GLITTER
Go all-out with a decadent dinner party menu
75. FANCY THAT!
Indulge your guests with these tasty and on-trend sweet treats
80. GOLDEN TOUCH
Go for glamour and throw a party sprinkled with sparkle
84. KNOWING ME KNOWING YOU
Top tips for choosing the perfect design scheme for your wedding
88. FLIGHT OF FANCY
DIY tutorial: how to make paper cranes
92. THE MAIN EVENT
How to personalise and prettify your ceremony
96. JUST BEACHY
Styling inspiration for a blissed-out beachside celebration
100. LOCAL TREASURES
Cornwall's hip hotels to get wed and well fed
115. FINDING NEVERLAND
Rebecca Ritson reveals all about her Peter Pan inspired wedding
120. GROOM WITH A VIEW
Grooms talk planning pressures, pitfalls and finding the middle ground
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What's new, what's hot, what's on
108. THE VENUE
Licensed venues for civil ceremonies in Cornwall
132. GOT WED
Newly-weds share a glimpse of their day
146. NOTES ON A WEDDING
Top tips for your planning pleasure
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
Chief features writer
Hannah May
Contributors
Gemma Beresford, Vicki DeBlasi, Sarah Gillett, Nat Haydon, Michelle Kelly, Nathan Midgley, Rebecca Ritson, Leon Soulsby, Chris Wasey, Charity Wilson, Elle Winsor-Grime
Design
Matt Sanwell, Design UNLTD
Advertising and Management
Brendan Sleeman
Distribution
Jenna Matthews
Finance
Morwenna Matthews
Publisher
Wed Magazine
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Heamoor
Penzance
Cornwall
TR18 3HW
01736 331456
wed@wedmagazine.co.uk
www.wedmagazine.co.uk
Print
Four Way Print
Cover image
Dress
Annalise Harvey
www.annaliseharvey.com
Model Eleanor Cooper
Photography Kevern Photography
www.kevernphotography.com
