Cornwall Wed Magazine

Newly engaged? Congratulations and a big warm welcome to Wed world! One of life's most exciting chapters has begun. As you take those first steps into the dizzying world of wedding planning, let me offer you one piece of advice: enjoy every moment of the process. For it's not all about the wonderful-beyond-words wedding day. This entire journey, from trying on all those gorgeous dresses to deliberating over the playlist, is one to be savoured. And we'll be there each step of the way. We're a small and friendly team and enjoy having an interactive relationship with you, our fabulous readers, so don't hesitate to get in touch with your planning conundrums.

You'll find our first - and biggest ever - issue of 2014 full to the brim with the finest wedding inspiration the county has to offer. We take a peek inside some of Cornwall's picturesque and brilliantly unique settings to say 'I do' in our bumper venues section, which includes a guide to those must-ask questions.

Breeze down the aisle feeling your most beautiful courtesy of our pre-wedding skincare, pampering and fitness tips. And set off on the road to married life armed with the wedded wisdom of some happily married couples. There's also the dreamiest styling inspiration, from Jane Austen era romance and blissed-out beach chic to dazzling decor for a modern winter wedding. And, of course, there are gowns galore.

Our bridal fashion story 'The Art of Romance' took us to the captivating climes of artist Naomi Frears' studio in St Ives' historic Porthmeor Studios. Surrounded by Naomi's enchanting paintings and the echoes of the renowned artists who have worked there, it was an inspiring space to shoot a selection of dramatic dresses, which marry layers of sumptuous fabrics with ornate embellishment. Meanwhile, the plush setting of The Alverton in Truro made a suitably glamorous backdrop for Gatsby-inspired fashions, vintage lingerie and oodles of jaw-dropping jewels in 'Putting on the Glitz'.

If you're seeking a stylish and inspiring day out, then don't miss Cornwall's fabulous one-stop wedding planning extravaganza! Yes, The Wed Show swings into Trereife Park, Penzance, on Sunday 6th April. We look forward to seeing you there!

Rebecca

STYLE

16. IN THE PINK

Prettify your bridal party with pearly pink hues

18. THE ART OF ROMANCE

Channel standout style in striking silhouettes and exquisite embellishment

28. PUTTING ON THE GLITZ

Gatsby-inspired lingerie, jewels and gowns for boudoir to cocktail bar

36. ABOUT A DRESS

Body shape, personal style and top tips for finding your be-mine dress

44. WED'S BOUDOIR

Bridal beauty tips and trends

76. WORKING THE GROOM

Style tips for the man of the moment

78. SUIT YOURSELF

Grooms' wedding wardrobe woes resolved

FEATURES

46. ALL THAT DAZZLES

Lust-worthy diamond wedding rings

49. FACE TIME

The fast track to flawless skin starts here

52. SPA GAZER

Cornwall's luxe spas for pre-wedding pampering

56. FIT FOR THE PART OF LEADING LADY

Brides and fitness experts share their secrets to aisle-ready success

62. THE HEN REVOLUTION

The history of the hen do revealed

66. HEN HOUSES

Hip picks for a memorable hen weekend

69. TO HAVE AND TO HASHTAG

Tech-savvy solutions for a thoroughly modern wedding

74. A DECENT PROPOSAL

Rebecca Matthews ponders the popping of the question

80. GROWING PAINS

Mature enough to say 'I do'? Nathan Midgley isn't so sure

82. THE WHOLE HOG

Pick pork for a palette-pleasing wedding breakfast

85. THE LUXE LIST

Decadent treats for a deliciously spoil-some celebration

86. PURE SHORES

Serene styling inspiration for a contemporary coastal wedding

93. GLASS ACT

Jazz up your glass containers with these easy DIY tutorials

96. A REGENCY ROMANCE

Revel in the frocks, flowers and graceful elegance of the Jane Austen era

102. TWINKLE TWINKLE

Dazzling decor for a crisp and cool winter wedding

106. I'M ENGAGED! NOW WHAT?

How to get started after the question's been popped

109. QUESTIONS FOR A VENUE

What to ask your venue...now!

114. LOCAL TREASURES

Marry in a unique - and oh-so Cornish - setting

129. DESTINATION: MARRIED BLISS

Married couples share their marriage mantras

134. HOME SWEET HOME

Heavenly hotspots for a honeymoon close to home

REGULARS

6. BRIDAL BUZZ

What's new, what's hot, what's on

122. THE VENUE

Licensed venues for civil ceremonies in Cornwall

148. GOT WED

Newly-weds share a glimpse of their day

162. NOTES ON A WEDDING

Top tips for your planning pleasure

Editor

Rebecca Matthews

Chief features writer

Hannah May

Contributors

Gemma Beresford, Hetti Dysch, Sarah Gillett, Nat Haydon, Nathan Midgley, Rebecca Ritson, Leon Soulsby, Christopher 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

28 Reens Crescent

Heamoor