No results found

Parkland Weddings Ox Mag Banner
Weddings, Style

Relax, and Relish the Romance

divider
trish peng ehgqxn

Whether it is in the fit or the styling, these beautiful pieces each, in their own way, allow the bride to shine, reflecting individual style and letting the emotion of the day take centre stage. 

 

Dance all night long in the Riviera, a satin halterneck a-line with thigh split from Stephanie Allin’s Kiss collection.  

stephanieallin.net 

 

In her latest collection, Speak, Kate Halfpenny wanted to give brides a way to “express themselves, to speak up sartorially, and show the world exactly who they are. We want to express how much we love the Ada dress, shown here with the India Slip.

halfpennylondon.com | ©Leah Marie Photography 

 

This is not a drill: Asos Design has entered the bridal market. If you’re a bride on a budget, get online to find an inclusive range of on-trend styles like the sequined Curve Nia maxi or the fashion-forward tie front blazer. 

asos.com 

 

Sabina Motasem is rightly acclaimed  for both her commitment to sustainability and her elegant, simple bridal designs. We love the fluid cut of Elsa.

sabinamotasem.com

 

We’re dazzled by molten silver of Fat Face’s Mimosa metallic maxi. It may not be sitting within the bridal section, but what a stunning gown.

fatface.com

 

Silk chiffon and vintage lace are used by Ivory & Co to create the weightless Bohemia Bolero, shown here over the Ghost Whisper dress from their Wild at Heart Collection. 

ivoryandcobridal.co.uk 

 

The off-shoulder neckline and Watteau train in Marchesa’s Harmonia gown makes a virtue of minimalism. We love the slicked back hair and discreet jewellery which works so well with this serene vision. 

pronovias.com 

 

Grace Loves Lace specialise in comfort able, flexible fabrics and cuts across in inclusive range of sizes. In Muse, their latest collection, they have incorporated built-in shapewear meaning high-octane glamour now comes with targeted sculpting to snatch and smooth. 

graceloveslace.co.uk

 

Popular high street brand, Nobody’s Child have brought out a Bridal Party Collection using environmentally friendly fabric. We love this floor-length bardot slip with adjustable spaghetti straps and sensual bias cut. 

nobodyschild.com

 

The Reformation has made the blazer dress bridal.

thereformation.com 

 

Short, sweet and oh-so pretty. From the Colpo di Fulmine (Love at First Sight)  collection by New Zealand’s leading bridal designer, Trish Peng.

trishpeng.com | © Jonny Scott 

 

Victoria Jane’s Yana dress is a classic boho design in crepe and chiffon with lace at the waist and gathering the bountiful sleeve. A keyhole bare back provides a little unexpected drama. 

ronaldjoyce.com 

 

A modern-day classic. Loosely fitted single-breasted white suit from Whistles 

whistles.com 

 

Soft pleats, scattered with light-reflecting sparkles and a gentle pink underlay give this design from Danielle Couture a relaxed feel which belies its intricate design.  

phoenixgowns.co.uk 

RECOMMENDED

Sam Faith
Thu 28 Nov 2024

Marriage, Birth, Death. Everyone does the last two. Most of us probably do the first. In my job as a Marriage Registrar I’ve had the honour to conduct so many marriages I’ve lost count. In my life, I’ve also had the honour to be present at a birth or two. And sadly a death or two. But perhaps the biggest honour of my life was when I conducted a marriage which was, in the end, also a death.

77 Diamonds Toi et Moi Ring 2 guqhqw
Thu 28 Nov 2024

In addition to their stores across the UK and Europe, 77 Diamonds is also Europe's largest online jewellery store specialising in both natural and lab grown engagement rings. We asked Tobias

Carisbrooke landscape udd4en
Thu 28 Nov 2024

For truly opulent autumnal bridalwear, more is more. Sleeves, whether integral to the gown or detachable, are a striking way to add drama.

William Bartholomew bw headshot susk8t
Thu 28 Nov 2024

We have a different kind of designer in our spotlight this issue; William Bartholomew’s unparalleled design skills are employed as an event planner, rather than a fashion creator. He has over 40 years of experience in planning ‘legendary parties and fabulous weddings’.