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JD Williams reveal how to dress for a winter wedding

Winter wedding season is in full swing, and while the settings are romantic and magical, the temperatures are anything but. From candlelit ceremonies to snowy photo sessions, staying warm without compromising on style is key. December is the most popular month for winter weddings and guests across the country are planning their outfits, with Google search interest for 'winter wedding guest outfit' up by 633%. Monica Wahla, head of buying for womenswear at JD Williams has shared her top tips for how to keep warm this winter wedding season which includes layering up, and investing in good quality outerwear that can still look stylish.

Keep warm in a British-made knit from Cara & The Sky this Christmas jumper season

Dream Catcher, the latest collection from Independent knitwear label Cara & The Sky is a celebration of colour, comfort and conscious British craftsmanship. Designed in London by founder Cara and made locally in small batches, the collection brings together bold winter brights, playful textures and the brand's signature oversized silhouettes, just in time for the festive season. As Christmas fast approaches and the weather turns colder, Dream Catcher offers feel-good, knits perfect for gifting, winter wardrobes and cosy festive moments. Think checkerboard cardigans with heart-shaped buttons, geo-stripe jumpers and snuggly midi knit dresses – pieces designed to lift spirits through the winter months.

Lucy Quartermaine launches first ever advent calendar - worth over £600

Let the countdown to Christmas begin with the first-ever advent calendar from award-winning British jeweller Lucy Quartermaine. With an rrp of £350, the 12 Days of Christmas Jewellery advent calendar features sparkling pieces worth more than £600! The limited edition calendar is a dream come true for jewellery lovers, especially those getting married, with the beautifully curated collection of 12 luxurious surprises, each hand-picked by Lucy herself, ideal for the festive season (and Christmas weddings). Behind every drawer lies a piece of wonderful Lucy Quartermaine magic, from her best-loved designs to exclusive treasures that capture the spirit of the season.

H.Samuel unveils new jewellery collection HARRIET

H.Samuel is excited to unveil HARRIET, a new fine jewellery collection using lab-grown diamonds, priced from £299, inspired by the brand's founder, Harriet Samuel. She was the visionary woman who transformed a family watch business into one of Britain's most beloved jewellers. In Victorian England, when female entrepreneurs were few, Harriet Samuel dared to dream differently. Taking over her family's watch and jewellery business in the 1860s, she reimagined it for a new era - launching a mail order service and opening H.Samuel's first store in 1890. Harriet's mission was simple but revolutionary: to make beautiful jewellery accessible to everyone. Today, her legacy continues with HARRIET, a collection that brings her vision into the modern era. Crafted with precious metals, the range includes dazzling rings, necklaces and bracelets.

LANDS’ END ANNOUNCES COLLABORATION WITH LULU GUINNESS

A celebration of style for every cccasion, the new collaboration between Lands end and Lulu Guinness brings together quality, comfort and playful design in equal measure. The new limited edition collection captures the joy of dressing, designed to feel as good as it looks. The first capsule in a series of limited releases arrives this month with Lulu's playful, feminine sensibility brought to life through Lands' End's signature quality and ease, creating pieces that are fresh, fun and ageless. This is a collection full of character and warmth, designed to lift the spirits and bring a sense of joy to the season.

Grace Loves Lace invites brides to enter a wedding dress giveaway

This November marks Australian bridal dress brand Grace Loves Lace's 15th anniversary, celebrating a decade and a half of redefining bridal fashion with its signature lace designs, luxe fabrics and effortlessly modern silhouettes. To commemorate this milestone, the brand is offering brides-to-be the chance to win the wedding dress of their dreams in its global Win Your Wedding Dress Giveaway. Until the 30th November 2025, brides who attend a Grace Loves Lace bridal appointment at any of the brand's 24 boutiques, via virtual appointment, or at a global wholesale partner, and purchase (or place a first deposit on) a Grace Loves Lace wedding dress will be automatically entered.

VICKISARGE COLLABORATES WITH RENOWNED MILLINER STEPHEN JONES FOR LIMITED EDITION COLLECTION

Jewellery brand VICKISARGE has joined creative forces with legendary milliner Stephen Jones OBE to unveil a new, limited-edition collection that bridges the worlds of jewellery and millinery. Featuring twelve pieces including two tiaras, multiple earring styles, pendants, and earcuffs, the collaboration celebrates beauty, imagination, and the power of long-standing creative friendships. It unfolds in three celestial moods, with designs including Pulsar (featuring sterling silver plating with blue and clear crystals); Supernova (oxidised silver plating with jet crystal) and Quasar (23-carat gold plating with gold crystal). Inspired by millinery wire and construction, the designs channel influences from Art Deco, the French Empire, planetary rings, and astrological symbolism. Each piece embodies dynamic movement and otherworldly elegance, crafted to enhance and uplift the wearer.

The Camden Watch Company Release the Magic with the No.27 Witchcraft Edition

The Camden Watch Company celebrate the haunting past of Camden and Witchcraft with a new timepiece added to their No.27 range, the unisex Witchcraft Edition. While Camden may be famous for its market and music heritage (from punk to Britpop to Winehouse), dig a deeper and you'll find it has always had a touch of the mystical about it. In the 16th and 17th centuries when Camden was still an outskirt of London, stories of witches and wise women were common. Anneke Short, co-founder and designer of The Camden Watch Company says, "The background of Camden's magical past became the cornerstone of an idea: what if we designed a watch filled with symbolism and meaning, a kind of talisman made for daily wear?"

The River Island x Nepthys Festive Collection is out now

River Island's sell-out Christmas collaboration with Nepthys Illustrated returns with a new drop in time for the gifting season. This much-loved collaboration with London-based illustrator Nephthys Illustrated is back, just in time to spread some festive cheer. Following the overwhelming success of last year's limited-edition jumpers, the partnership returns for the 2025 holiday season with an expanded collection of new designs that includes kidswear, offering even more to love for the entire family. Nephthys Foster is a self-taught artist and designer known for her vibrant, playful illustrations under the brand Nephthys Illustrated. Her style blends strong colours, simple motifs, and a sense of spontaneity, often capturing objects, emotions, or whimsical scenes in a way that feels both personal and universal.

Rolling In Roses Celebrates Back-to-Back Sustainability Wins for Eco-Conscious Luxury Bridal

One of the UK's most sustainable luxury bridal brands, Rolling In Roses, is now industry validated for a second time with the Bridal Buyer Sustainability Award. Founded in 2016 by Hayley Claire Neil, the brand focuses on utilising traditional couture techniques and creating stunning made-to-order pieces in the Rolling In Roses atelier, to minimise waste and ensure the highest environmental standards. Embracing innovative modern fibres, they have introduced fabrics such as a organic silk-hemp blend, alongside closed-loop fabrics like bamboo charmeuse, which produce no waste chemicals or water whatsoever during their manufacture. A total of 94.6% of the fabrics used in their last two collections have sustainable certification, a testament to the focus the brand has on sourcing the most eco- friendly luxury fabrics available.

The Symbolism Behind Engagement Rings: What Your Ring Really Says About Your Love Story

Engagement rings have always been more than just beautiful pieces of jewellery, they're symbols of love, promise, and the start of a lifelong journey together. While styles have evolved over time, the meaning behind each ring remains deeply personal. From the stone you choose to the metal it's set in, every element tells part of your love story. If you're in the exciting stage of choosing your engagement ring, it's worth exploring what these timeless details might say about your relationship. Because the most meaningful rings aren't just the ones that sparkle, they're the ones that reflect who you are as a couple.

Merci Maman unveils Pink October Collection

Personalised jewellery brand Merci Maman is donating 100% of profits to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation from its Pink October collection. Discover the new Pink October collection, inspired by the best-selling personalisable pieces, redesigned with pink crystals in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Add a pop of colour and sparkle to wedding jewellery for brides, bridesmaids and mothers with an eye-catching pink accessory. Make it personal by choosing a precious name or date to be hand-engraved, creating the perfect, sentimental gift. As a brand built by women, for women, Breast Cancer Awareness is very close to the team's hearts.

Elizabeth Scarlett celebrates a decade of wild beauty

British lifestyle and accessories brand Elizabeth Scarlett is celebrating a decade of wild beauty. Artful, joyful, and wild at heart, each Elizabeth Scarlett piece spreads joy, keeps life organised and gives back to nature. Ten years ago when she started the collection, designer Elizabeth wanted to create beautiful accessories with each piece giving back to the wild places and endangered species that inspired her art. That vision became the 2% to the wild initiative, which has since raised more than £750,000 for conservation, safeguarding sea turtles, orphaned elephants and African penguins. Bestsellers include the embroidered World Wildlife everyday pouch, £34, and the Turtle Conservation open flat make-up bag, £48. Each piece can be persoalised with up to three initials.

SARAH JESSICA PARKER JOINS JEWELLER ASTREA LONDON

Astrea London, the pioneering luxury jeweller redefining the future of diamonds through its world-renowned luxury lab-grown diamonds, is proud to announce the appointment of Sarah Jessica Parker as its new global creative director and founding partner. A celebrated style icon, Sarah Jessica Parker, known for playing the role of Carrie Bradshaw in And Just Like That and Sex and the City has shaped global culture and style for decades. Now, she joins Astrea London, becoming a new visionary of the global lab diamond movement and charting a bold new course for sustainable luxury, one where technology, design, and responsibility converge to transform the diamond industry.

Introducing River Island x Olivia Attwood - The Complete Collection

A bold, confident take on autumn/winter dressing, this exclusive edit is a masterclass in power dressing, styled by Olivia Attwood herself. From desk-to-dinner tailoring, perfect for date night, to elevated everyday staples and wedding-worthy pieces, the collection offers a fresh perspective on modern glamour. Think sharp silhouettes, luxe textures, rich seasonal tones, and statement pieces designed to turn heads. Olivia brings her signature edge and unapologetic confidence to every look – this is power dressing redefined. Highlights include party-ready separates, oversized outerwear, tailored co-ords and luxe knitwear making it the ultimate AW25 wardrobe refresh. The entire range is available exclusively at River Island.

Goddiva launches Midnight Muse collection for Autumn/Winter

Goddiva has just launched the Midnight Muse collection this September for Autumn/Winter '25 offering wow-factor dresses perfect for weddings. This collection embodies the ultimate fusion of luxury, versatility, and allure. Designed for every woman, for every occasion, garments are available in sizes UK6 to 18. A love letter to timeless glamour, Midnight Muse is a masterclass in fabric artistry and theatrical detail. Drawing inspiration from the opulent romance of Bridgerton-era fashion, the collection reimagines regency-inspired silhouettes for the modern woman, with lace-up corsets that define the waist, sweeping A-line skirts that create dramatic movement, and dresses that whisper elegance with every step. Each piece is designed to add a sense of drama to every stitch, transporting wearers into a world where sophistication meets charm.

PANDORA UNVEILS TWO NEW COLLECTIONS, REINVENTING ITS CORE CHARM OFFERING

Pandora, the world's largest jewellery brand, has launched two new collections - Pandora Talisman and Pandora Minis - that reimagine its signature charms and carriers with contemporary aesthetics and deeper storytelling. Pandora Talisman draws inspiration from ancient coins, presenting 12 intricately engraved medallions featuring Latin inscriptions such as amor vincit omnia (meaning 'love conquers all') and per aspera ad astra (translating to 'through hardships to the stars'). Crafted in 100% recycled sterling silver, 14k gold plating, mixed metal finishes, and man-made mother of pearl, each medallion carries a symbolic motif - from arrows of resilience to celestial icons - offering wearers a meaningful expression of self.

Next reveals what to wear to a register office wedding

According to Pinterest's annual wedding trends report, searches for register office wedding outfits have increased by 49%, with the majority of searches being driven by Gen Z, suggesting a shift in mindset around the occasion for the younger generation¹. One thing likely to be influencing this shift is the popularity of register office weddings among celebrities. Couples including former Made in Chelsea stars Jamie Laing and Sophie Haboo, and Brewdog founder James Watt and TV personality Georgia Toffolo have opted for a more casual register office wedding in recent years, inspiring many to follow suit and use the money saved to enjoy a second celebration or a more extravagant honeymoon.

Personalised jewellery brand Merci Maman recently unveiled Wedding Pearls collection

Personalised jewellery brand, Merci Maman recently unveiled the Wedding Pearls collection including earrings, necklaces and bracelets that can be engraved with meaningful names, dates and initials. Pearls are making a comeback and these delicate pieces are the ideal choice for brides, bridesmaids, mothers-of-the-bride and even wedding guests. The collection has been designed to celebrate the most beautiful love stories with discreet jewellery filled with meaning. Items include the personalised initial white pearl bracelet featuring up to five bead charms that can be engraved with initials. There's also the personalised mother-of-pearl clover cross chain bracelet that can be engraved on the reverse of the clover. The white pearl earrings add a timeless touch and the fashionable personalised lariat necklace is on-trend this season.

SilkFred reveal What to Wear to a Summer Wedding (In a Heatwave)

Head stylist at SilkFred, Megan Watkins, has shared some practical advice on how to style yourself for a wedding when it's 30 degrees and rising whether it's a city ceremony or a countryside affair. – Her focus? Pick light,floaty and breathable fabrics, clever accessories, and avoiding anything that sticks, clings or overheats. You want movement and airflow – think loose midis, breezy wrap dresses and anything made from linen, cotton or chiffon. Megan says, "Natural fibres are your best friend in the heat. A cotton sundress or a light chiffon slip will keep you cool without compromising on style. Avoid anything too tight or structured – it's all about floaty and flattering."