Natalie Cameron is the director of Buckinghamshire-based Your Story Bridal Boutique, a luxurious yet relaxed destination for the modern bride set in the heart of picturesque Marlow. On the trending topic of brides choosing sustainable gowns, accessories and more, she tells us: “Everyone in the wedding industry is becoming more conscious about the importance of sustainability and brides will often want to do their bit when choosing their dress. Whilst boutiques themselves, just as individuals, can make small changes in the hope of making a big difference, the sustainability of a dress largely sits with the designer.” Read more in the latest issue available to download now for FREE!
With the hot summer weather expected to return later this week, I want to be out on the river! This is the view from the Cherwell Boathouse in Oxford, where couples and their wedding guests can arrive by punt at this waterside wedding venue located on the banks of the River Cherwell in a scenic spot opposite beautiful meadows. Read all about it in the latest issue available to download now for FREE!
Designer Eloise Rose creates quirky groom's accessories including waistcoats, ties and bowties. She says, “I produce ties and bowties using off-cuts from the bespoke dresses that I have produced for brides that offer the fathers-of-the-bride the opportunity to enhance their connection to their daughters both visually and emotionally by representing a small part of the connection they have shared throughout their lives together.” Download the latest issue now for FREE to read more and to shop, visit www.eloiserose.co.uk
Proposals of Witney is an Oxfordshire-based treasure trove stocking a variety of bridal accessories from Perfect Bridal, Emma Bridal and Ivory & Co. Brides-to-be can shop till they drop for veils, tiaras, jewellery, belts and more. To shop, visit https://proposalsofwitney.com and read more in the latest issue available to download now for FREE!
Oxfordshire-based designer Caroline tells us what's trending in the world of wedding veils this season. She says, "For summer brides, I think of veils made with sheer and soft fabrics that have delicate embellishments and trims, keeping them lightweight and easy breezy, just like the season." To shop, visit www.carolinedavidgebridal.com and read more in the latest issue available to download now for FREE!
Alexandra Harper Millinery is based in Buckinghamshire. She's open to consultations by appointment and tells how, when it comes to headwear, the bigger the better. “As long as it's not white, your hat or headpiece should be as bold as you dare - there's no better excuse for hat-wearing than at a wedding, so take the opportunity and don headwear that makes you happy and gives you confidence,” she says. To shop, visit https://alexandraharpermillinery.com and read more in the latest issue available now to download for FREE!
This is Wiltshire-based milliner Tina Mason at work on one of her handmade headpiece designs. Turn to page 74 of the latest issue available to download now for FREE to see more of her work.
