With more and more pet chaperone services emerging all the time, there’s no need to hesitate over including your fur baby. I’m expecting to see lots more woofers at weddings in 2023 and there’ll be no way I can resist including them in the magazine! cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @countyweddingmagazines Visit us online at county.wedding and countyweddingevents.com Well, first things first: Happy New Year. Is it still OK to say that in February? The last time I spoke to you was in December, so I think so! Now, safely in 2023 you’re either on your next milestone to W-day or finally, you’re only months away. And, of course, there are those of you with a shiny, new ring on you finger – massive congratulations to you. Allow me to welcome you to the wonderful world of wedding planning. It’ll be a riot, you’re gonna love it! So, whether you’re putting your best foot forward and making your first tentative steps into the world of weddings, or you’re well on your way and looking to refine the finer points, we’ve got something for you this issue. The region’s wedding suppliers have got their fingers on the pulse of 2023’s wedding trends and have shared their predictions with us in our Hot Topic and Beauty Q&A specials. Plus, if you’ve chosen your dress already you might want to set your sights on the accessories. In which case, don’t miss our jewellery and accessories feature from page 61 where we’ve gathered together some ideas on adding the finishing touches to some of this year’s fashion forward designs. Those who’ve been there, done that and bought the T-shirt never fail to inspire. That’s why we’ve brought you another bevvy of beautiful real weddings to marvel at. Quite apart from the fabulous ideas they’re sure to offer, if you’re anything like me you’ll equally enjoy the genuine love stories they share. They never fail to make me smile. Without any further ado I’ll leave you to dive in to this, our first issue of 2023. I’m incredibly excited to be presenting you with another year of wedspiration. Enjoy and keeeep planning! Kelly x Kelly Andrews, editor Onwards and upwards ISSN 1750-3477 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 kellya@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor Kelly Andrews | Deputy Managing Editor and Beauty Editor Melissa Cullen | Senior Editor, Grooms and Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor Artwork & Content Coordinator Lorna Butcher Digital Marketing Coordinator Katie Laley Web Development Manager Stuart Weatherley ADVERTISING Sales & Events Director Sarah Ellis | 01376 538 490 sarah@county.wedding Account Manager Lorraine Whitehead | 01376 535 607 lorraine.whitehead@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your Sussex Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Events & Publishing Ltd. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility for advert content, or of the standing of advertisers or by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Your Sussex Wedding is published six times a year. www.joannacleevephotography.co.uk Speaking of 2023 trends here’s one of our own tips for the top! With sustainability a topic on many a couple’s lips nowadays, dried flowers are becoming popular. George’s buttonhole will be something he can keep forever. 97 WIN! Win a fairytale escape at Ballygally Castle in Northern Ireland 37 I am obsessed with the muted tones of this bouquet. It’s pastel but not as we know it! 49 31 www.johnscofieldphotography.co.uk EDITOR’S LETTER 7
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