CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!
Whether you’re savouring those first heady days of being a fiancée or counting down the days to your walk down the aisle, welcome to the latest issue of Wed Magazine! Think of Wed as your trusted companion through this exciting chapter. From the luxe pages of the magazine to our inspiration-packed website and social platforms, we’re here to make your planning journey as joyful and stress-free as possible. Powered by a small but passionate team based in west Cornwall, we’re all about celebrating you – and this extraordinary county – on your wedding day. So throw out the rulebook and get ready to embrace your love in unashamedly individual style!
Verity Westcott Photography
Katie Goff Photography
Beautiful and the Feast / Ash Powell Photography
Once the champagne has been polished off, the prospect of planning a wedding can feel a little overwhelming. That’s where we come in. Dive into Your Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide for expert advice on how to kick-start your journey, then turn to Ceremonially Speaking for a breakdown of ceremony options. For guidance on roles and responsibilities, Party People offers a handy rundown of the wedding party, while Happily Ever After is filled with advice on preparing for marriage. And if you’re on the hunt for the perfect venue, our Venues Guide features a curated selection of Cornwall’s finest settings – from country houses and rustic barns to beachside escapes – to bring your vision to life.
Apple B Images
The Menagerie Lifestyle Photography
Leo Sharp Photography
Once you’ve decided on a venue, it’s difficult to resist getting stuck into the styling – and our styled shoots are sure to set your mood boards alight! From the party-ready palette and glitterball details of Disco Inferno! to the ‘70s vibes and rustic elegance of Retro Romance and the timeless allure of Natural Selection, our pages showcase coolly individual wedding scenes at some of Cornwall’s most breathtaking venues.
Katie Goff Photography
Laura Buffery Photography
Katie Goff Photography
Our Got Wed section features a bumper collection of real weddings across Cornwall. From Sneha and Chirag’s dreamy lakeside vows at Cornish Tipi Weddings and Georgia and Josh’s beautifully styled autumnal celebration at Trevenna to Sheree and Josh’s stunning black-tie wedding at Trelowarren, these celebrations are brimming with personality, joy and so much love.
Albion Row Photography
Olivia Rossi Photography
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Rebecca
Thomas Frost Photography
Dan Ward Photography
STYLE
16. GREEN DAY
Fill your day with hues of sage, mint and emerald for a fresh and stylish palette
18. ENDURING LOVE
Timelessly romantic gowns take centre stage in the enchanting setting of Trelowarren
28. WED’S WISH LIST
Our edit of the latest bridal must-haves to inspire your dream W-day look
32. NEW ROMANTICS
Discover the leading looks from the latest bridal collections
38. WED’S BOUDOIR
The latest bridal beauty tips and trends
48. ROCK STARS
Gemstone rings bursting with vibrant colours and rich symbolism
52. STYLISH SURROUNDS
Match your suit to your setting for a seamless aesthetic
59. NATURAL SELECTION
Be inspired by sage green details and timeless-meets-modern styling
65. MODERN LOVE
Monochrome elegance meets bold blooms for a striking waterside celebration
70. DISCO INFERNO!
Set the party mood with punchy colours and retro disco vibes
74. RETRO ROMANCE
A dreamy mix of ‘70s styling, rustic charm and contemporary touches
FEATURES
39. YOUR PATH TO WEDDING WELLNESS
Discover the latest wellness trends to emerge as your best self for the big day
46. SLEEP EASY
Slip into restful slumber with these sleep-inducing products for pre-wedding calm
80. YOUR ULTIMATE WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE
Kick off your journey with essential advice from the wedding experts
86. CEREMONIALLY SPEAKING
A guide to the many ways you can formalise your union
89. PARTY PEOPLE
A breakdown of the roles and responsibilities for your dream team
96. HAPPILY EVER AFTER
Advice for preparing for life together after the “I dos”
101. WHAT’S IN A NAME?
From traditional to creative, explore your options for a new last name
104. SHARING THE LOVE
Ideas for a memorable sharing feast, from vibrant plates to decadent desserts
140. SO NEAR, SO FAR
Romantic retreats for a starry-eyed honeymoon in Cornwall
REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What’s new, what’s hot and what’s happening in the world of weddings
57. WED’S HIP LIST
Fresh, fun and fabulous ideas to add a unique and personal touch to your day
111. WED’S VENUES GUIDE
Your ultimate guide to Cornwall’s most breathtaking wedding venues
151. GOT WED
Newlyweds share the unforgettable moments of their beautiful days
194. 10 WAYS TO…
Honour an absent loved one on your wedding day with these meaningful ideas
Editor
Rebecca Matthews
Deputy editor
Lucy Lawrence
Chief features writer
Hannah May
Contributors
Jess Baber, Laura Dalton, Abby Driver, Nicola Le Couteur Bisson, 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 Communications Ltd
Cover image
Photography Verity Westcott veritywestcott.com
Venue Trelowarren trelowarren.com
Styling & make-up Suzi Winter using Merit suziwinter.co.uk
Hair Lauren Bramble Bridal Hair laurenbramblehair.co.uk
Model Tamina Swan
Dress Abella by Allure from Bliss Bridal Gowns blissbridalgowns.co.uk
