Always & Forever issue 12

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Always&ForeverPlymouth’s guide to weddings

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Editor’s Note

Bride and GroomLucy and Stephen RawlingsPhotographer: Butterfly Photographywww.butterflyphotography.co.uk

elcome to the Spring/early Summer edition of Always & Forever - your handy, local wedding guide. Firstly, a big thank you for picking up thiscopy - I hope you enjoy!

As the days start to get longer and the sun makes an appearance, Spring is a great time to get out your scrapbook and start planning. We’ve brought you another lovely edition bursting with fresh ideas for your nuptials. With an excellent variety of suppliers offering wedding transport and stationery to flowers and entertainment, we’ve got it covered!

W We have contributions from two fantastic bridal boutiques - Bella Bella Bridal and The Bridal Corner who have each shared their favourite designer dresses of the moment. Turn to pages 6-11 for a little swoon!

You will also find our regular money saving voucher pages, which many couples find useful. Even the smallest of discounts can help with the mounting costs of organising such an important life event. (Pages 12-13).Plus don’t miss our colourful candy ideas, stand out headpieces and beautiful real wedding feature.

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DESIGNERS IN THE SPOTLIGHTInformation for fashion forward brides

DISCOUNT VOUCHERSFantastic offers from a variety of friendly,local wedding suppliers

SUGARY, SWEET LOVECandy themedwedding inspiration

HAIR CANDYFIND THE PERFECT HEADPIECE

REAL WEDDINGOne couple’s special day on Plymouth’s iconic Hoe

DATES FOR YOUR DIARYUpcoming local wedding fayres

PLUS...Advertisements from a variety of fantastic wedding industry experts, all on hand to help you plan your big day!

TimelessELEGANCE

The exclusive

Madeline Isaac James

collection is available

from Bella Bella

Bridal, Plympton, Plymouth



Designer in the spotlight:

Madeline Isaac JamesThe respected, British designer behind the label (named after her three children) is the very talented Natalie Gladman. Natalie is the fifth generation of her family to enter the garment industry, her great-great Grandfather (a Master Tailor) being the first of many generations to love garment design and manufacture, with every generation since following in his footsteps in one form or another.

Natalie designs exquisite, elegant gowns which are strong yet romantic and feminine - capturing the pure essence of the modern woman.

The Madeline Isaac James label is renowned for its beautifully cut wedding dresses that effortlessly fit and flatter, providingaffordable, highly desirable designer collections which remain admired, loved and cherished by stylish brides the world over.

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Designer in the spotlight:

David Tutera for Mon Cheri

Leading celebrity wedding and entertaining expert David Tutera partnered with esteemed Mon Cheri designer Martin Thornburg to create the David Tutera for Mon Cheri wedding dress collection.

David works closely with Martin to develop an assortment of fashionable bridal designs offering today’s stylish brides with high quality fabrics, hand-beaded Swarovski crystals, and impeccable fit at an affordable price.

David Tutera for Mon Cheri is a truly glamorous and unique wedding dress collection that captures the personality of every bride on her wedding day.

The exclusive David Tutera for

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colourful, candy inspired wedding will appeal to everyone’s sweet tooth! Candy is relatively cheap to decorate with, won’t break your budget and with many different shapes, colours, flavours and sizes to choose from, it will add a fun twist to your event. Here are some ideas for creating a fantastic retro-sweet shop wedding theme...

Invitations - Set the scene for yoursweet theme by sending your guests a quirky designed wedding invitation. You could even pop a personalised lollipop in the post as an unforgettable save the date.

The Candy Bar - No candy inspired wedding would be complete without a sweet bar. Fill large glass containers of varying shapes and sizes with a selection of sweets in complimentary colours to create an eye-catching display. Provide paper bags imprinted with your names for guests to fill.

Table Decorations - For centrepieces fill a large vase with colourful sweets such as bon bons or marshmallows and add pretty and cheerful looking flowers like gerberas for example. Alternatively, you could have a variety of sweet trees made for each table so guests can have a little nibble in between each course! Use candy bracelets to wrap around linens for napkin rings. Or select mini cupcake place card holders for a sweet touch.

Cake - Imagine a pastel coloured cake accented with dainty, elegant macaroons. Or three tiers of your favourite childhood sweets would certainly make some magic.

Drinks - Create a signature tipple such as tasty, cotton candy martini’s for your welcome drink.

Music - Songs such as “I Want Candy”, “Lollipop” or “Candy Man” will have guests on their feet showing off their finest moves!

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CANDYHair nspired by the giant, turquoise feather worn by fashion icon Carrie Bradshaw (aka Sarah Jessica Parker) in her wedding to Mr Big,Always & Forever went on a glamorous missionto find the perfect headpiece.

Without question, nothing finishes a bridal looklike a fabulous headpiece. Although careful consideration should be given to the right hair accessory and how it can compliment your gown, jewellery, hair style and theme of your wedding.

Headbands, hairclips, tiaras and hair flowers can all be worn on their own or combined with a veil, but first things first - have fun selecting your gown and then go exploring for a way to bring a dash of individuality to your ensemble!

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Lucy and Stephen had a nautical themed wedding

on the iconic Plymouth Hoe - the natural heart of Plymouth

HOW WE METWe caught each others eye one evening, nine happy years ago in the Britannia pub in Plymouth. We had a fun night, laughing and chatting and haven’t stopped since!

THE PROPOSALIt was Christmas morning (one of our most favourite times of the year). Inside a new hanging bauble (which Stephen had secretly placed on our Christmas tree) was a beautiful, sparkling engagement ring!


FUNNIEST WEDDING DAY MOMENTOne funny moment that stands out in my mind is the sight of seeing my sister doing a roly poly in the middle of the dance floor!

FIRST DANCEWe wanted a happy, upbeat song, so we got our groove on to Ho Hey, by the awesome folk rock band the Lumineers.

HONEYMOONWe jetted off to Rome - a beautiful city full of romance, culture and charm!

MOST MEMORABLE WEDDING DAY MOMENTThe wedding ceremony itself - becoming husband and wife was the most memorable and important part for both of us. It was also special to have our close family and friends there to witness it.Everyone had a fantastic time at a wonderful venue - with breathtaking views of Plymouth Sound all around us, we couldn’t have been happier, we loved every single minute.

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