Weddings

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’.

For a wedding cake to be unique in every way, you need a cake designer who is an expert in the field. The Cake Shop is the go-to place in Witney, Oxfordshire, for personalised cakes for weddings and other occasions.

This publication is your fashion lifesaver. It’s a comprehensive guide on the dos and don’ts of dressing for such an occasion. Whether you’re worried about being too flashy or plain, I have you covered. These tips will ensure you hit that sweet spot and look fabulous!

14 October 2023, St Leonard's Church, Wallingford and afterwards at Fison Barn, Earth Trust, Little Wittenham.

It’s not easy for a designer to stay cutting edge for 25 years, but Marguerite Hannah is one of a kind. As the designer behind both the Alan Hannah label and sister brand MiaMia, her expert pattern skills and exquisite eye for detail have remained consistent and modern, and she is revered in the industry for creating the kinds of dresses any bride would want to wear.

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.

A Diamond is Forever It was the famous diamond company De Beers who coined the immortal words, a diamond is forever, as part of an advertising campaign back in 1947. A junior copywriter, Frances

When your brain is grappling with vows, table-plans and floral arrangements, planning your pre-wedding skincare schedule can feel quite overwhelming. There are so many choices, all promising results but will they deliver in a single one hour-long treatment? I went to Dr Joney De Souza’s clinic in Blandford Street, London W1 to try the Brazilian Zero Downtime Facial.