Devon Wed Magazine

Welcome to one loved-up instalment of Wed Magazine! Yes, we're revelling in romance this issue. You'll find dreamy dresses and helplessly romantic decor; Devon's fresh-from-a-storybook wedding venues and unique, tucked-away spots for a magical mini moon. We look at communicating your love via the sentiment-loaded words of the readings and the vows; and we even showcase the most gorgeous heart-shaped ideas for a celebration spilling over with sweet, starry-eyed touches.

Our bridal fashion story, 'Love is in the Air', sets the mood. We loved every moment of our day exploring the picture-perfect grounds of the Deer Park Country House Hotel, where we shot a selection of dresses which evoke modern romance - think light, wispy chiffon and delicate lace finished with a soft and stunning medley of blooms. After a long day's shooting, we enjoyed an unforgettable stay in the hotel's new tree house - see our verdict in our honeymoons feature, 'A Love Less Ordinary.'

Brimming with stunning florals, exquisite cakes and vintage lace, our styled shoots, 'A Fine Romance', shot in the elegant climes of Pynes House, and 'Softly Does It', showcase pared back and pretty takes on the theme of modern romance with a stylish nod to the past. 'The Golden Age', meanwhile, takes the 1930s as its cue for a show-stopping celebration shot in the grand setting of Plymouth's Duke of Cornwall Hotel.

And this loved-up issue would not be complete without a 'Got Wed' special. Featuring more real weddings than ever before, go grab a cuppa and lose yourself in these gorgeous love stories. From magical Christmas weddings and elegant country celebrations to laidback love on the coast of North Devon, meet the couples who said 'I do' in brilliantly individual - and oh-so romantic - style.

Rebecca

STYLE

16. SOMETHING SORBET

Sweeten your celebration with chic sorbet shades

20. LOVE IS IN THE AIR

Drift down the aisle in light-as-air dresses finished with delicate lace accents

30. A FINE ROMANCE

Pretty up your wedding with subtle shades and romantic details

36. WED'S TREND REPORT

Fashion-forward bridal wear - from cool colours to super-stylish separates

48. HIGH TEA IN WONDERLAND

Inspiration for a wonderful tea party with a delicious twist of eccentricity

54. WED'S BOUDOIR

Bridal beauty tips and trends

68. WORKING THE GROOM

Style tips for the man of the moment

70. SUIT YOURSELF

Grooms' wedding woes resolved

72. SOFTLY DOES IT

Dreamy inspiration for a helplessly romantic celebration

96. THE GOLDEN AGE

Revel in luxe gowns, metallic accents and a heady twist of old school glamour

FEATURES

44. FESTIVAL OF LOVE

All the fun of a festival wedding, from fabulous food to free-spirited fun

52. RING IN THE NEW

Colourful, contemporary wedding rings

56. FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Get your glow on with these top tips from nutritionist Valerie Shakerley

61. HEN-PICKED

Fresh ideas for a hen do to remember

76. LOVE HEARTS

Heart-shaped accents for a romantic reception

81. HOT DRINKS

The low-down on sourcing and styling your wedding drinks

85. IN THE MIX

Delicious ideas for your cocktail menu

88. EVERY VOW YOU TAKE

Unravelling the all-important wedding vows

92. MORE THAN WORDS

Expert advice for choosing and delivering a reading to remember

100. DEVON MADE

Starry-eyed settings for a wedding in Devon

115. GIFT AID!

Wed lends a hand with your wedding wish list

120. A LOVE LESS ORDINARY

Devon's hotspots for a mini moon with a difference

REGULARS

6. BRIDAL BUZZ

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

108. THE VENUE

Licensed venues for civil ceremonies in Devon

128. GOT WED

Newly-weds share a glimpse of their day

154. NOTES ON A WEDDING

Top tips for your planning pleasure

Editor

Rebecca Matthews

Chief features writer

Hannah May

Contributors

Abby Driver, Sarah Christopher, Tracy Edwards, Christine Jensen, Gemma MacKenzie, Claudia Montano, Claire Moulds, Elizabeth Chester, Jenny Phipps, Valerie Shakerley, Leon Soulsby, 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