Miscellaneous Monday: Love, Autumn,Weddings

Welcome to a new week, month and even season (not to mention school year). We’re sad to wave goodbye to yet another summer filled with sunshine and weddings, but we’re also excited for all the couples who got engaged over the past few months. Like exuberant children heading back to school this week, we can’t wait to share with you our latest issue of WestWeddings magazine – find all the latest news, planning tips and the best local suppliers. Here are our top reasons why you should get your hands on a copy of the magazine. Today.

• See our country romance editorial at the picturesque setting of Old Manor Hotel, featuring the gorgeous models Stacey Jade and David Hill-Souch (including a cute dog), and photographed by the talented Martin Dabek. You’ll also discover all the details featured and the team of experts behind the photos, including the wonderful wedding stylist Kirsten Butler. 

• Get reception inspiration for all those finishing touches in an array of shades and colours – pink, red, green and gold. And if you happened to miss our behind the scenes post from last year’s autumn issue, you can revisit it here.

            

• It’s free! As always, West Weddings magazine is free of charge, and this issue comes with 2 complimentary tickets to this season’s Wedding World events, in association with West Weddings. Find out everything about the September and November dates in our previous blogs. 

• We have 5 real weddings from the South West, where the happily married couples share all the special details from their big days – enjoy! 

• Keep up to date with the wedding industry news and find out where the wedding fairs are taking place this season. Don’t miss our Gown Inspiration pages featuring the latest bridal trends and styles!

• Find out everything there is to know about how to choose your wedding photographer and the best tips on getting perfect snapshots of your big day.   

Don’t forget that you can also read West Weddings magazine directly on our website. If you’d prefer to have your own copy, check out our list of stockists across the South West. We’d love to hear your thoughts, answer any questions, so come over to our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter – we always love a chat! 

Miscellaneous Monday: Pretty umbrellas and parasols

We can’t get enough of umbrellas on Miscellaneous Monday this week!  There are so many ways you can incorporate them into your wedding day – after all, you can’t leave anything up to chance!  For inspiration, take a look at our new Pinterest board featuring some of our favourite parasol ideas - repin or make your own board and let us know on Twitter! And if you haven't already, read our West Weddings summer issue, where you'll find more planning inspiration!

Natasha and Ryan - a picture of love under the umbrella  

Accessorize your dress with a matching parasol

Follow West Weddings's board Pretty umbrellas and parasols on Pinterest.

       Ceremony! Outdoor ceremonies are more and more popular and perfect for summer weddings!  If your dream day is saying your vows alfresco, then a perfectly pretty arch made with fresh flowers and beautiful brollies is your best choice for decor.  Say your vows in the sunshine and don’t forget to provide a station of parasols for your guests, too – they’ll appreciate the shade!

 Reception! Create a unique reception style with scattered upside-down umbrellas in your colour theme. This idea works well outside for a summer wedding as well as inside when the weather is cooler– as long as you’re not superstitious! You can also use parasols as centre pieces, by tucking them into flower vases or as place names for your guests. Another idea is to decorate your drinks with mini crochet umbrellas to add a burst of colour.

Evening party! Cluster white or pastel parasols together and some fairy lights for a stunning canopy, which can decorate the dance floor.  After sunset, enjoy your first dance as husband and wife in a magical setting.

Accessories! Umbrellas make great accessories and gifts for your bridesmaids - they’ll keep them dry and shaded on the day and be lovely keepsakes afterwards. Used as props, they also provide plenty of fun photo opportunities!