Devon Wed Magazine

WELCOME TO WED!

Newly engaged? Congratulations! Whether you’re enjoying the first heady days of being a fiancée or will soon be winging your way to the aisle, welcome to the new issue of Wed Magazine! Think of Wed as your companion through this very special chapter. From these luxe pages to our information-packed website and inspiration-filled social platforms, Wed is here to make your planning journey a joyous one. Powered by a tiny team based here in the glorious South-west, we’re all about embracing ‘you’ – and the wonderful county of Devon – on your wedding day. So throw out the rulebook and prepare to celebrate your lives, loves and unique bond in unashamedly individual style!

Ivyhouse Photography

Dominica Ler Photography

Once the ring has been admired and the champagne polished off, the task of planning a wedding can feel overwhelming. Turn to Your Ultimate Wedding Planning Guide for advice from the experts on how and where to get started. You’ll find a handy guide to ceremony options in Ceremonially Speaking and top tips for preparing for marriage in Happily Ever After. One of the key tasks in those early days is to find a venue and you’ll find an edit of some of Devon’s finest settings – from country house estates and historic castles to rustic barns – to live out your day of dreams in our Venues Guide.

Weddings in Devon

Jake Janes Photography

Weddings in Devon

Grace Elizabeth Photography

Once you’ve fallen for 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 autumnal hues and rustic romance of Wild Hearts and the candy colours and fairytale factor of Once Upon a Dream to the playful, boho-glam vibe of All That Glitters, prepare to be inspired by gorgeous details at these enchanting venues.

Sophie Mort Photography

Weddings in Devon

Clare Kinchin Photography

If you’re dreaming of a small and super-personal wedding, an elopement is the ultimate way of making your day about you and your union. Run Away With Me is full of expert advice for those considering eloping to a secluded corner of Devon, while Small and Perfectly Formed features the stories of three couples who have done just that.

Jennifer Jane Photography

Sophie Mort

There are more heartwarming love stories in our bumper Got Wed section. From Anna and Seb’s dreamy garden wedding at Upton Barn and Lucy and Donovan’s seriously chic festivities at Rockbeare Manor to Esme and Ash’s super-colourful summer celebrations at Harefield Barn, we love how these couples put their loves, personalities and passions front and centre of their weddings.

We look forward to being with you every step of the way as you plan the best of days in beautiful Devon.

Rebecca

Catherine Spiller

Kris Lissimore Photography

STYLE
16. BE JEWELLED
Add drama to your day with jewel toned details in emerald, ruby and sapphire

18. WILD HEARTS
Autumnal tones and boho-chic styling spell elopement romance in south Devon

24. ONCE UPON A DREAM
A fairytale country house wedding filled with candy colours and wow-worthy fashion

30. ALL THAT GLITTERS
Boho-glam meets rustic-luxe for a chic tipi wedding in the wilds of North Devon

34. WED’S WISH LIST
Our edit of the latest bridal must-haves, from dream dresses to chic cover-ups

38. LOVE-ME LOOKS
The leading looks from the latest bridal collections

42. WED’S BOUDOIR
Bridal beauty tips and trends

44. NATURAL TREASURES
Lust-worthy wedding jewellery crafted in the South-west

48. RING TONES
Gemstone rings rich in colour and symbolism

52. STYLISH SURROUNDS
Match your suit to your setting for a harmonious W-day aesthetic

FEATURES
58. YOUR ULTIMATE WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE
Get started on your planning journey with this advice from the wedding experts

64. CEREMONIALLY SPEAKING
A rundown on the various options for formalising your union

66. HAPPILY EVER AFTER
How to prepare for life after the “I dos’

70. WHAT’S TRENDING?
The latest wedding trends, from sustainability to scentscaping

74. 10 THINGS I LOVE ABOUT YOU
What to remember, from bridal bag essentials to honeymoon must-haves

77. PARTY ON
After-party? Lazy brunch? Here’s how to prolong that celebratory mood

81. LET THEM ENTERTAIN YOU
Wow your guests with these unique entertainment ideas

84. FORGET ME NOT
How to capture your wedding in a way you’ll cherish forever

106. SMALL AND PERFECTLY FORMED
Three couples share the stories of their teeny big days in Devon

113. RUN AWAY WITH ME
Considering an elopement? Let us inspire you

REGULARS
6. BRIDAL BUZZ
What’s new, what’s hot, what’s on

57. WED’S HIP LIST
Fresh, fun and fabulous ways to add a unique touch to your day

89. WED’S VENUES GUIDE
The ultimate guide to Devon’s finest wedding venues

117. GOT WED
Newly-weds share a glimpse of their day

162. TOP 10 TIPS
Top tips for your planning pleasure

Editor
Rebecca Matthews

Deputy editor
Lucy Lawrence

Chief features writer
Hannah May

Contributors
Jess Baber, Laura Dalton, Abby Driver, Rebecca Green, Hazel Parsons, Sophie Walker

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

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