It’s hard to believe how quickly time is flying but while we're working hard to prepare the winter issue for you to gaze upon, there's still time to grab the autumn issue for as much inspiration as possible to guide you brides through each stage of the planning process.
Everybody knows that the dress is one of the top priorities for brides-to-be so we make it our mission to bring you as many beautiful gowns as we can each issue and our autumn edition is no exception. Set in the picturesque surrounds of Tankardstown Estate, we bring you our choice looks in Social & Personal Weddings “Secret Garden” shoot.
Swooning over the hottest looks for 2016, we the trends which rocked the runways of bridal fashion weeks all over the world. From London to Spain and Italy to New York, the upcoming year of 2016 looks ready to shake things up in the realm of bridal wear with the two piece pant suit set to make its mark. From risqué plunging necklines to the more conservative bateau, these top trends cater to all tastes, shapes and sizes.
When it comes to receptions, we tackle everything from menus to venues and invitations to inspirations. This issue brings you an advice feature on how to find the right photographer for you as well as catching up with stationery experts Daintree for a run-down on how to best meet your stationery requirements. For inspiration we have packed in pages of ideas from reception décor and statement centrepieces to overall themes for the day. Build up your ideas in a mood board or scrap book to help envision the overall look which you hope to achieve and you can transform any space into the most magical venue for your treasured day.
For beauty this issue, we discuss how to achieve that coveted bridal glow. From head to toe, our beauty editor best advises how to care for each different area of your body and which zones require that extra TLC. We also catch up on the hottest trends in weddings beauty for autumn/winter with our top pick of products to help recreate these looks.
Just when you thought we had everything covered, we also tackle the most hated word in bridal planning – budgets. Every couple can relate to how quickly costs can start to soar but what about those pesky extras which so often slip the mind? We're here to warn you of any additional costs which may so easily be forgotten. For advice on how to spend your budget wisely click here.
Finally, in travel we bring you the top island destinations for the honeymoon of your dreams – from action-packed adventure to unadulterated pampering and relaxation, check out our island escapes to suit all couples.
No matter what season you are planning for, the autumn issue is packed full of inspiration and advice for your ideal wedding. Make sure you pick up your copy of the autumn issue of S&P Weddings before it's off the shelves.