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| Read the latest issue of Your Kent Wedding for FREE! |
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Full of wedding ideas, expert advice and talented local suppliers, Your Kent Wedding is now available for free – simply follow this link to download the latest issue. For even more inspiration, you can also check out our previous issues.
Interested in areas outside of Kent? You can read any of our other 18 regional wedding magazines here.
Happy planning |
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November/December 2022 |
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Well, hasn’t 2022 just flown by? I can hardly believe it, here we are, fast approaching Christmas. It’s only natural as you reach the end of a year to reflect on all that’s happened as well as what’s to come. For me, the highlight has been CWM senior editor Melissa’s nuptials. Celebrating that amazing wedding day really brought home to me how far we’ve come this year from the dark days of 2020 and 2021 with their lockdowns and restrictions. It felt like the normality we’d been praying for, when many of us had been left plagued with doubt over whether our wonderful world of weddings would ever be back in quite the same way.
There’s even been the usual flurry of celebrity weddings this year, leading the way as ever with trends we expect to see featuring in your weddings very soon, notably on the veil front. There was Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck with the bride dressed in that oh-so elegant Ralph Lauren turtleneck column ceremony dress and a sleek silhouette with removable veil hood for the evening. Personally, I’m hoping we see more bridal hoods on wedding dresses next year, following on from the amazing capes that made inroads in 2022. Meanwhile, Kourtney Kardashian made pairing a short dress with a long veil a thing when she married Travis Barker. The showstopping cathedral-length veil was personalised with hand-embroidered flowers and a large image of the Virgin Mary inspired by her new husband’s tattoo. If you love the idea of going bespoke have a look out for Kent-based suppliers such as www.storyofmydress.com who can embroider your veil with your initials, wedding date, some special words and even meaningful song lyrics.
In September, when we sadly lost Her Majesty the Queen and TV channels were airing wall-to-wall documentaries looking back over her incredible life and service, we were reminded of her wedding day in 1947, when she was still Princess Elizabeth. Seeing these images brought me back full circle. Sure, J-Lo’s veil was new and edgy, Kourtney K’s was modern and oh-so personal, but looking at these 70-something-year-old images of our beloved Queen made me realise: Her Majesty did it best! Her breathtaking 13-foot tulle veil attached at the shoulders was symbolic of rebirth and growth after the Second World War and was said to be inspired by Botticelli’s painting of Primavera. Incidentally, the silk for the appliqués was produced at Lullington Castle in Kent!
So, enough musings from me! I hope you enjoy this, the last issue of the year. The county’s photographers have shared their 2022 highlights and we talk to Kent’s make-up artists and hair stylists about creating a bridal look to complement your vibe.
Enjoy and keeeep planning!
Kelly x |
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| Image provided by www.terivphotography.co.uk |
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| With a twist |
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Hever Castle
Hever Castle is a gem in the heart of the Garden of England. The doublemoated Castle is shrouded in a glorious creeping Boston ivy, which turns a rich, deep red during late Autumn, and the Medieval gatehouse still retains a working drawbridge and portcullis making for iconic photographs.
Three areas are available for your “I dos.” The Castle Inner Hall can accommodate 60 nearest and dearest. The ornate panelled walls, antiques and open log fire lend themselves beautifully to a winter wonderland wedding. The Tudor Suite Sitting Room in the Astor Wing, an Edwardian extension built onto the Castle in 1903, can host 60 too. This exclusive space opens onto the nearby lawns, which overlook the Castle itself. The award-winning Italian Gardens showcase original statues from Rome and a Trevi-inspired fountain, and are located alongside the stunning Loggia outside ceremony space, overlooking the 38-acre boating lake. The Loggia can play host to anywhere from 70 to 180 guests.
The Guthrie Pavilion can accommodate 180 guests for the reception and is situated next to the rose garden, which is illuminated into the evening. For more intimate celebrations, The Astor Wing can host up to 60, who can enjoy evening entertainment here and perhaps take a night cap into the Billiards or Music Room. The Winter Garden Lawn is available for marquee hire allowing you and your guests to enjoy the gardens during your afternoon reception.
Visit: www.hevercastle.co.uk
Check out more local venues on page 23 of the current issue, available now: www.yourkent.wedding/free-download |
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| Chapel House Estate was established in 1290 and boasts a 35-acre estate |
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This former private residency has been carefully designed and renovated, with new buildings added, all with you and your guests in mind. Established in 1290 this 35-acre estate, offers you the opportunity to host an intimate wedding in The Walled Courtyard or a large affair in the Thorne Barn. Also included is on-site accommodation for up to 34 people.
Surrounded by natural beauty, the very private grounds include a lovely Arts and Crafts-style garden, wild apple orchard, meadows, three paddocks, on-site modern lodges providing accommodation and even a helicopter pad. Based around one of the oldest buildings in Thanet, this is a venue with a beautifully romantic and timeless feel.
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| Dream a little dream |
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Bring out your romantic side in one of these dreamy dresses decorated with whimsical lace, ditsy florals and crystal embellishments
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| With love from Madrid |
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County Wedding Magazines editor, Claire Ridley, spent Easter in Spain's vibrant capital city. She says: From the moment I arrived in Madrid...
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| Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
20 Nov 2022 - Salomons Estate Wedding Showcase
Salomons Estate, Broomhill Rd, Tunbridge Wells, TN3 0TG
www.salomons-estate.com
7-8 Jan 2023 - Bluewater Wedding Fayre
In the marquee outside The Village, Dartford, Greenhithe, Kent DA9 9SE
www.pdeweddingfayres.co.uk
8 Jan 2023 - The Kent Wedding Fair, Mercure Hotel Tunbridge Wells
8 Tonbridge Rd, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells TN2 4QL
www.kentweddingfair.co.uk
22 Jan 2023 - The Kent Wedding Fair, Tudor Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club
Ashford Rd, Bearsted, Maidstone ME14 4NQ
www.kentweddingfair.co.uk
29 Jan 2023 - The Kent Wedding Fair, Bexleyheath Marriott Hotel
1 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 7JZ
www.kentweddingfair.co.uk
5 Feb 2023 - Lordswood Wedding Fayre
North Dane Way, Chatham, Kent, ME5 8YE
www.lordswoodweddingfayre.co.uk
19 Feb 2023 - The Kent Wedding Fair, Priestfield Stadium
Redfern Avenue, Gillingham, Kent. ME7 4DD
www.kentweddingfair.co.uk
Are you a venue or show organiser hosting your own wedding event, open day or showcase? Then submit your event details here now: www.county.wedding/events-add |
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