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Congratulations and welcome to our first ever Wedding Showcase Magazine
Our aim is to bring you a Wedding Planning magazine to dip in and out of during yourplanning journey. All of our content has been derived from local businesses and talent right
here on your doorstep so you don't need to look far for your wedding inspiration.
This issue brings you Weddings through the Seasons, hints and tips on everything from theGrooms Speech to shopping for your cake.
Browse - enjoy - keep - refer to again and again.
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of this amazing and memorable stage of your life
The Wedding Showcase Team x
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Contents7 Dates for your Diary
9 FEATURE Spring-spiration - What's New? 10/11 Bridal Showcase - Hot off the Catwalk Trends
and when to buy your dress advice 12 FEATURE Summer Themes - Our guide to this
year's colours 14 FEATURE Here Come The Boys - Know your
scrunchie ties from your buttonholes 15 The Groom's Speech
16 FEATURE Autumnal Weddings 18 Your 12-18 Month Planning Guide
21 Cake Shopping! 22/23 Winter Wonderland REAL BRIDE Feature
25 Wedding Day Timeline - plan your day to precision
27 Last Words - advice from a real bride
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PHOTOGRAPHER CAKES DANCE FLOOR FLOWERS DJ MAGICIAN CANDY CART GIFTS BRIDAL WEAR HAIR MAKE-UP CARS
The Bridal Catwalk Showfeaturing Wedding Reception, Prom & Party ideas too!
Creating beautiful bespoke Wedding Cakes.
Spring-spiration
Flower walls are becoming more
customised and bespoke - use for a beautiful
photographic backdrop for your guests and their
selfies.
Choose copper - urns, vases, candelabra
Mix with tall geometric pedestal stands,
structured table centres or lanterns
Spring Flowers are in
abundance and low priced.
For amazing fragrance incorporate hyacinths, sweet
peas and herbs into your arrangements.
Create an entrance with tall vases of cherry blossom or
pussy willow.
Blow your flower budget on our favourite wedding flowers - it's PEONY
SEASON!
Create garlands or flower hoops decorated with
heaps of fresh foliage and sprigs of wild flowers.
Perfect for your flower girls or to decorate your venue.
Longer lighter days mean
more time for photographs so prepare
beautiful baskets for Easter egg hunts for your younger guests to enjoy
to pass the time
Enjoy the first outdoor ceremonies of the year,
drinks on the terrace and perhaps a BBQ too
2018 Brides - We dare you to try these HOT new trends!
Bridal Showcase
1. Dresses accessorised
with just that touch of black! Overlays of black lace bodice
or a belt.
2. Sleeves - big blousy sleeves in all shapes and sizes.
3. The most see-through of sheer
fabrics.
4. Deep deep V necks down to the navel !
For bridesmaids we are seeing lots
of chiffon ........ halter necks, one- shoulder designs and split to the
thigh skirts!
At The Wedding Showcase we havetrawled the internet, stalked the
bloggers and searched every weddingmagazine so you don't have to, andhere's our quick reveal of this year’s
"hottest trends" #notforeveryone
The most popular bridesmaid colour of the year is................
"Nostalgia Rose" A slightly more vintage take on the
blush pink we have seen over the last few years. And introducing "Amnesia"
the perfect match and a popular favourite for weddings
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Hi-Brow Brides This is a latest collection gown by Supplied by Venus Bridal of whom we are an Elite stockist. Lace beaded sweetheart neckline trim lace. Also beaded throughout the bodice and skirt on this A-line gown with a semi cathedral length train. Fabric(s): Lace/Tulle Colour Available: WH/WH, IV/IV, IV/PK Sizes Available 2-36 UK
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Please remember, it’s your day, your gown, your choice
WHEN SHOULD I START LOOKING FOR MY BRIDAL
GOWN? Beverley from Hi-Brow Brides
shares some advice
We recommend that you start looking as soon as your
wedding is booked. Most brides start looking at dresses approximately 12 to
18 months before the wedding because it often
takes a while to narrow down the style that best suits.
WHO SHOULD I TAKE WITH
ME? Whilst it is only natural that you would want to bring all the important ladies in your
life with you, we strongly recommend you limit it to
two/three people. Choose people who love you and who know you well and
whose opinion you trust completely. The more people you have with you the more opinions you will have and that is not always a good
thing as they naturally gravitate to the styles and
colours they like.
Summer Themes
lours
Unless you have been buried under heaps of tulle and chiffon you won't have missed Pantone's hot colour of the
year Ultra-Violet! Every magazine, every catwalk and fashion blog cannot get enough of the purple craze. To
stay bang on trend use this colour to POP out of a muted lilac/grey/soft pink palette.
If you're more of a shrinking violet then tone the colour down - the muted lilacs of the Ocean Song or Memory Lane roses are fast becoming this years favourite rose!
There's no need to stick to a monochromatic colour scheme matching bridesmaids with flowers, cakes, cravats, ribbons, the list is endless ... Save yourself a load of unnecessary stress by creating a colour palette. Whether you like to subtley blend your colours or make them POP there is a theme for you. Immerse yourselves in this . year's Pantone colours. .
Victorian Lilac Taffe
ta Sash
Turn up the heat with Pantone's spicy palette of Cherry Tomato & Chilli Oil,
soften with a dash of Blooming Dahlia
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Here come the boys The Buttonnhole is a single flower and sprig of foliage worn bythe men. Usually a flower to match the bridal bouqet and wornon the left lapel. Who should wear these The Groom, Best Man and who everis giving the bride away – usually Dad, plus don’t forget theGroom’s Dad and then anyone else you would like to include.Perhaps anyone participating in the ceremony or to make afamily member feel special. A “Boutonniere” is the French name for a buttonhole. It isalso the name given to a small grouped bunch of flowers/berries/ succulents or even feathers, popular at the momentand often tied with twine A Corsage is the ladies version, bigger than a buttonhole and with more detail. Can be worn on the left lapel ornowadays on the wrist or handbag.
The Pocket Square - The accessory of every well dressed English gent but did you know that this pocket handkerchief can be folded and displayed in many ways! The Cravat - used formally for weddings similar to a tie but with a ruched or scrunched knot, often referred to as a scrunchie tie.
Pic: Cheeks of Bexley
Groom's Speech Guide
Acknowledge what a wonderful day you are having, pay a compliment to your new wife and toast her Thank your wife’s family for welcoming you into their lives, Try to name and include as many people as possible, if you have a small anecdote which illustrates their kindness friendliness or hospitality – mention it briefly Thank your own family.Mention the way they brought you up, but also try and add an anecdote about a amazing event during your childhood. Thank the bridesmaids and best man for all their support. Distribute any presents and toast them.
It's very easy to overthink your speech.
So why not stick to our
tried and tested
format - you can't go wrong!
Thank any additional friends and family who have helped in the planning and preparation of your special day. Now it’s time to talk about your wife. Tell the story of how you first met, or perhaps a funny story from your relationship; You need to make this personal and heartfelt. Handover to the best man to give his speech, but make sure you introduce him in a light-hearted way to pave the way for what’s to follow – and maybe add a joke about his notorious ability to confuse fact with fiction, or that he has a renowned imagination for over- exaggerating! It will get a laugh and paves the way for any of his revelations!
"My wife and I .............."
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Words: Carol Jones, Buttercup Media
"We chose an Autumn wedding for the beautiful leafy backdrop scenery and cooler weather. Westenhanger Castle was
perfect for us. From an intimate cosy candlelit
ceremony setting off our blush pink and rose gold theme to a
huge marquee offering adequate space for our 200+
evening guests." Emily & Bobby 26/10/17
Spoilt for choice with Autumn flowers, shown here are roses & calla lilies with hypericum berries and freesia.
Carthamus , rosehip and brunia make up this seasonal buttonhole
finished with twine for a rustic look.
Autumn Weddings
This semi-naked 4-tiered cake looks so perfect perched upon the tree
trunk featuring gorgeous fruit handcrafted by Nicola at Such Fun
Cakes
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Fleur Challis Photography
“Your day, your way”
01303 261 068 | www.westenhangercastle.co.uk [email protected] Castle, Stone St, Westenhanger, Kent CT21 4HX
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Westenhanger Castle is a unique setting for any wedding, or renewal of vows. The Castle has a wonderful history with Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I having once lived at the Castle.
Set in 14 acres of beautiful grounds, we offer tradition and history as well as an exceptional personal service; creating perfect memories in the Kentish countryside. Your ceremony can be held in either the thatched garden gazebo, the Queen Elizabeth I suites on the lower floor or upper floor of the Castle or the Henry VIII suite on the lower floor - the choice is yours. The beautiful marquee can seat up to 200 people with the Queen Elizabeth I suite in the Manor House seating up to 70 people. Both options offer exclusivity. From an intimate ceremony to a lavish wedding breakfast, we will work together with you to create your perfect day. Our motto is ‘Your day, your way’ therefore your wish is our command! If you and you families would like to come and take a look around, please contact us on 01303 261068 to arrange an appointment.
Nothing says Autumn more than the soft glow of candlelight and the sky illuminated with fireworks, whilst enjoying a hog roast and a drink to toast the happy couple.
Not all venues will allow naked flames so check up on their policies beforehand and prepare to go armed with plenty of fairylights and LED candles. Your florist will offer a range of glassware, lanterns and props to suit your needs.
Your Wedding Day - as important to us as it is to you!
With many years of experience in weddings, I offer a friendly and attentive service
specialising in beautiful and bespoke flowers for your special day”
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Mobile: 07521432754
Add a little bit of bod text
Top Cake Tips
1. Taste the cake. Arrange a tasting. This is an
excellent opportunity to meet 'the cake maker/designer'.
Understand the range of their abilities.
2. Select a Style
The design should fit in with the Venue decor, flowers and dress
style.
3. Size It Up The cake maker should advise
you on the number of tiers. For example a 3 Tier cake will feed between 50-100 servings.
Remember, it is up to YOU how big you want your Wedding Cake.
4. Price
The more detail on the cake the more expensive your cake will be.
5. Weather
Time of year is important. Buttercream cakes are not weather
resistant!
(Nicola Peters, Such Fun Cakes Telephone: 01322 524332 for appt)
Shopping for your Wedding Cake
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Our wedding was on 28th December at Birchwood Park Golf Club, we choose to get married around Christmas time, Patrick proposed to me on Christmas Day a few years earlier. We knew that we didn't want a Christmas theme and I think that we managed to pull that off with just some subtle nods to the festive season. We picked our colours of Tiffany Blue, silver and grey and then everything slotted into place from there. We chose to have candles, fairy lights and sparkles, and with the sun setting early in the winter months, it really made a lovely setting for the end of our wedding breakfast. We made a lot of the stationery and decorations ourselves but had help with our bridal flowers, top table arrangement and lighting. Due to the time of year we chose silk flowers. I still have my bouquets now in pride of place in our living room and I would urge people to consider a faux bouquet when choosing your flowers so you can have peonies in December! (Louise & Patrick 28/12/16)
Winter Wonderland
"The minute we met our photographer we knew we had to book her because we loved her style.. Thank you Nicky we are so happy with our pictures".. N Photography (www.nphotography.co.uk)
Flowers from Flowers by Marion
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This stunning semi-naked cake has a frosty wintry feel to it. Spiced up with the red
roses and berries, pine cones and dark green
foliage, all handmade from sugar icing, it is spot on for
the season.
Louise’s Top Tip for a Winter Wedding:
That dream venue may well be within your reach during the Winter months. Ask if
they offer midweek or out of season packages
Flowers by Marion says: Check availability with your florist for fresh flowers around Christmas time. The Dutch markets take holidays too. Low availability does not just mean higher pricing but can result in poorer quality too. Follow Louise's advice and consider silk flowers - they are very lifelike and there is so much choice
Cake by Nicola Peters of Such Fun Cakes
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WEDDING DAY TIMELINE
YOUR TIMINGS NEED TO BE
ACCURATE AND REALISTIC. HERE'S
OUR GUIDE TO MAKING SURE YOU ALLOW
ENOUGH TIME FOR THOSE KEY EVENTS DURING
YOUR DAY
Bridal Prep (Timings are dependent on the style of hair and makeup.) Bride's hair: One hour. Bride's makeup: 45 to 60 minutes. Bridesmaids' hair: 30 minutes per person. Bridesmaids' makeup: 45 minutes per person.
Photographer's Arrival Your photographer should arrive during the latter portion of bridal prep, when you are not quite finished. Allow time for some additional shots - your dress, shoes, jewellery etc... Your flowers need to be delivered at least 30 minutes before your photographer arrives.
Pre-Departure Photos Five minutes per photo, more if you have any large group shots. First look photo with Father: 10 minutes.
Groom and Groomsmen's Arrival 30 minutes before the ceremony is due to start.
Bride and Bridesmaid's Arrival 20 minutes before the ceremony starts. If you aren't having any photos taken prior to your ceremony, then you can arrive 5-10 minutes before.
Ceremony 20-30 minutes.
Confetti Shot 10-15 minutes to organise guests.
Receiving Line For 100 guests or less, this will take 15-20 minutes. With 150 guests, allow 25 minutes.
Time between Ceremony and Reception One hour, unless you can provide drinks, canapes, seating and/or a visit or 'event' for your guests to pass the time.
Family Photos 5 to 7minutes per shot. Ask someone to organise each group in advance.
Couple Photos 30 minutes post-ceremony for photos of you both.
Reception Meal Up to 90 minutes (depending on the style of reception/number of guests and courses being served). Allow 20-30 minutes for speeches.
Cake Cutting Allow 10-15 minutes to ensure all guests see the cake being cut, and for your photographer to take photos.
First Dance 10 minutes, possibly followed by Father/Daughter dance for a further 5 minutes.
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A few last words from our real bride
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