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I love this vibe for bridesmaid's attire. The ladies all wore dresses of their own choosing. "I wanted my bridesmaids to look and feel beautiful,” real bride Jo says. “ I knew I wouldn't be able to find something that everyone loved and felt totally comfortable in, so I asked them all to pick their own. I just asked that they be floor-length and any shade of blue. In the end, I think they did a better job than I ever could have!”

Find out more about the big day, beautifully captured by DB Photography Sussex, in the current issue of Your Sussex Wedding, free to download at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

This issue real bride Rachael shares her top tip: "When planning, share the workload with your partner. Research, pre-plan and when the day comes, just enjoy."

You can read about Rachael and Mathew's big day at Slaugham Place, which was very much a family affair, in the Aug/Sept23 issue of Your Sussex Wedding, free to downlaod at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

Pampas grass is oh-so on trend for rustic and boho weddings. I'm obsessed with this amazing wedding breakfast table tunnel. It must have been even more stunning and romantic blowing in the breeze.

You can enjoy more of this gorgeous shoot and find the full supplier list in the current issue, free to download at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

DO YOUR THING!

Beetlejuice is a huge childhood favourite of mine, so when I saw Zoe and Nick's photos from their Tim Burton-themed nuptials, I immediately knew what they were referencing in this one. Love it!

Find out more about the couple's big day, captured by Chris Giles Photography) www.chrisgilesphotography.com at Southend Barns (https://southendbarns.co.uk) in the current issue, free to download at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

As I can't get enough of this styled shoot, I thought I'd bring you some more of it!

The bride's beautiful bouquet in a blush pink and white palette really complements the simplicity of the setting and didn't detract from the fashion-forward gowns. With oodles of eucalyptus the mesmerising shade of subtle green lends it even more romantic softness.

It was created by Go Botanica (www.gobotanica.com), which has shops in Hove, Haywards Heath and Lewes.

Download the latest issue of Your Sussex Wedding, free at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

This issue we took a look into the world of wedding catering and asked the county's experts for their advice on catering a traditional, formal wedding, vs. something more relaxed and free spiritied. For a chilled out day, a hog roast seems to fit the bill!

Russell Nisbet from Harold's Hog Roast (www.haroldshogroast.co.uk) says: “For relaxed and informal weddings, sharing boards such as ploughman's, barbecue, or hog roast served to tables work really well. These options create a great atmosphere as guests interact with each other over food, without having to queue or pre-order. The tables look really impressive as well when laden and full, just like a banquet, and loved ones can each as much or as little as they like.

“Hog roasts continue to be a popular choice for evening food at weddings too. They're a cost-effective and crowd-pleasing option and guests love the anticipation as the smell of roast pork builds throughout the day.”

For more catering solutions whatever your vibe check out this issue's catering feature. The issue is free to download at https://www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

If you're planning an al fresco wedding, don't miss our 'In the open air' feature in the current issue. It's packed with local suppliers who are on hand to help.

Co-ordination Event Hire, provides all hireable items needed for a wedding from furniture, crockery, cutlery and glassware to linens and even kitchen equipment.

Chloe from Co-ordination Event Hire says: "Prepare for all weathers, remember this is England and the Great British weather is not always predictable, so plan for all eventualities, and then just go with the flow! Consider shelter from the rain or the sun, firepits to keep your guests warm on balmy nights, or colourful umbrellas for beautiful photo ops in the rain."

Find out more in the current issue of Your Kent Wedding, free to download at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

I can't get enough of this issue's jaw-dropping cover shoot! The local team put together a highly styled modern wedding vibe with some sleek hairstyles and sparkly dresses, while Pelham House provided the ultimate elegant backdrop. I adore this oh-so modern glittery veil complete with bow from Summer Anne Bridal Boutique in Lewes. Quite the showstopper!

You can enjoy more of this shoot in the current issue, which is free to download now at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

This Bridgerton-inspired shoot was designed to recreate the elegance and opulence of the Regency era,” venue stylist Lauren Russell of Ambience West Sussex explains. We adore the dreamy table set up, consisting of gold-footed bowl arrangements, flowing chiffon and an abundance of candlelight. The place settigs would be the talk of the Ton, adorned with exquisite vintage crockery and glassware with romantic stationery featuring delicate bows and hand-written names. Finally, the three-tier Wedgewood blue cake by Caritas Cake Design is a real showstopper that looks too good to eat, with its intricate gold gilding and beautiful sugar flower details.

Find out more in the Jun/Jul23 issue of Your Sussex Wedding, free to download at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download

Adela and Chris met through mutual friends. Seven years later Chris popped the question while the happy couple were having afternoon tea at their future wedding venue, Buxted Park Hotel. “I was pleasantly surprised, as the love of my life got on one knee!” says Adela.

The big date was set, 17th September 2022, with the pair tying the knot at local church St Margaret the Queen, Buxted, before heading to Buxted Park Hotel for the reception.

The couple loved their sparkler and smoke bomb moments as they made for such wonderful moments. Discover more in the current issue, free to download at https://www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download