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  • Top Trend – Scenting Your Wedding…

    Top Trend – Scenting Your Wedding…

    If you haven’t already heard, scenting your big day is set to be the hottest wedding trend this year.

    Smell can evoke the most powerful of memories and as dedicated scent supremo’s Owen Drew Luxury Candles who are based in Birkenhead, are flying the flag for delicious hand crafted candles to wow your guests and create exquisite aromas on your special day.

    So What’s It All About?

    We know that the most discerning brides are always on the lookout for quirky ideas to make their wedding day an unforgettable event. From flowers and favours to entertainment and accessories; your day should reflect your personalities and also give guests a day they will never forget.

    As scent is one of the strongest memories, creating a dedicated aroma for your day can be a magical way to keep the memory alive.

    From dressing tables with beautiful twinkling candles, to lighting your way down the aisle; scented candles can help create a magical ambience both from a look and scent perspective.

    A Gift to Remember

    Owen Drew have designed a variety of scenting options so you can create the perfect package for your special day.

    Their bespoke ‘Gifting’ options include beautifully packaged Mother of The Bride / Groom and Bridesmaids gifts filled with your choice of candles, wax melts and sprays to reflect the chosen scents of your day.

    Their delightful hand-crafted rose shaped favour melts are also the perfect keepsake for guests. Choose from a selection of organza bags and fill them with up to 3 bespoke melts and fragrance card, personalised for your celebration.

    Create An Exclusive Scent

    For the couple who really want to be different Drew and his talented team can create a bespoke fragrance that is personal to you.

    Drew will guide you through the scenting process personally and help you decide on the perfect notes for your very own wedding day scent.

    You may want to be reminded of a special place or have a favourite flower or memory you would like the scent to evoke. Whatever the brief Drew will work with you to ensure that you get a magical scent that you and your guests will remember forever.

    The team’s bespoke service also comes with personalised labels and cards for the day creating the perfect story to match your overall theme.

    Next Steps and Pricing

    Owen Drew’s bespoke scenting packages start from as little at £500. Please contact one of the wedding team who will be delighted to run you through the list of options with you.

    www.owendrewcandles.com

    Find Us

    Owen Drew Candles

    Wirral Point

    132 Claughton Road

    Birkenhead

    CH41 6EY

    T: 0151 647 2969

    W: Owen Drew Candles

    E: info@owendrewcandles.com

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  • Catering With A ‘Cheeky’ Touch

    Catering With A ‘Cheeky’ Touch

    For many of us food is one of the biggest elements of any successful celebration.

    Choosing the food for your big day can be as important as choosing the venue itself.

    Great food should obviously be super-tasty and look great but it should also reflect your personal style and tastes and can add a real WOW factor when it’s done right.

    So move over traditional caterers and say ‘Hi’ to the super talented team from Cheeky Chilli Events.

    More than just your average caterers, this multi-award winning business is changing the face of wedding and event catering and what’s more they are based right here on the Wirral!

    We caught up with founder and Operations Director Kim Maher to find out what makes Cheeky Chilli so damn hot…!

    Kim we are hearing amazing things about Cheeky Chilli; what makes you guys so different?

    “I think it’s the combination of skills really. Phil my business partner is an acclaimed chef who has worked all over the world and ran his own hugely successful restaurant here on the Wirral, The Marsh Cat in Parkgate. His passion for food and knowledge about global cuisines is quite infectious and he has filtered this into our menus and overall approach.

    “I have spent over 20 years at the cutting edge of event management and worked for some of the region’s top venues so understand all the pressures of creating amazing events for a wide range of clients.

    “Our team are young, driven and all 100% committed to the Cheeky Chilli way and so we all have the same passion and approach.”

    You are definitely more than just event caterers. What is so different about your service?

    “Well firstly we have sole supplier status with some of the region’s leading venues – we only work with the best and so our couples are usually on the lookout for something spectacular. All our venues are very different, from the grandeur of places like Delamere Manor and Talhenbont House in North Wales to the magical surroundings of Cheshire Woodland Weddings and Thurstaston Country Park we can really tailor our offering to suit the overall style and theme of the day.

    “We like to work with our clients on the whole event end-to-end and can advise on everything from Venue dressing to transport – its all down to how much input they need.

    ‘The number one thing for us is to make the food the star of the show and take away as much stress as possible for our clients’

    So what are the hot food trends for 2019/20?

    “More relaxed Street food style feasts are still hugely popular. Phil loves this style of food as it takes him back to his youth training in the foodie melting pot of New Orleans!

    “Picnic style weddings are also becoming super-popular and we do an amazing range of afternoon tea inspired wedding breakfasts which are really beautiful and a bit different.

    “Obviously, some couples still want a traditional lunch with canapés and three courses which we love. We can still add some Cheeky Chilli flair with some cool canapé choices and more unusual mains options to give the food the WOW factor.”

    If you would like to know more about Cheeky Chilli and their super-tasty offering please visit www.cheekychillievents.co.uk or follow them @cheekychillievents

  • Meet – The Make-Up Artist

    Meet – The Make-Up Artist

    While some brides prefer to do their own make-up, the majority will rely on a wedding makeup artist for their big day.

    But with so many out there, there’s almost too much choice and it can be hard to find the perfect one to suit your taste and nail the look you have in mind for your big day.

    We caught up with acclaimed Wirral MUA Victoria Ellen to find out her top-tips to get that gorgeous glow and flawless finish on the most important ‘make-up’ day of your life…

    We met Vicky in her gorgeous salon in Upton Village just after she put the finishing touches to another bride-to-be.

    Making waves in the make-up world for over five years, Vicky and her team have built quite a reputation both for their skill and their lovely, friendly approach.

    ‘I absolutely love doing bridal makeup’, commented Vicky. ‘I love meeting with brides beforehand, getting to know them and understand what they want from their makeup for the biggest day of their lives. It’s such an honour to be involved.’

    What tips would you give to brides when choosing a MUA?

    Practice Makes Perfect!

    “Trials are absolutely key to getting that perfect look. I offer unlimited trials for brides as part of the overall package. Often brides come in having seen a certain look which may be a massive departure from their usual style but often they end up with something a bit closer to their usual look. Its so important to practice different looks – we only do one look per trial too as removing and then re-applying makeup can alter the skin tones so you don’t get a true finish. By offering unlimited trials we allow our brides to explore different looks until we find the perfect one.”

    Do Your Research

    “Most MUA’s have a signature style and so it’s important you find the right one for you. Whether its glowing skin or stand-out eyes you are after and go for someone who can create the look you are after. I get so much of my work through recommendation and this is important too. If you know someone who has used your MUA and loved what they did you are half way there.”

    Instagram Stalking Is Good!

    “Instagram is an amazing tool to help you pick your preferred look. If the same profile keeps popping up and you love their style this could be the MUA for you. It’s also a great idea to scroll through all of your chosen MUA’s work so you can shortlisting the looks you love.”

    Personality Is Key

    “My job as your MUA is not just to make you look fabulous, its also to keep you calm and chilled on the crazy busy wedding morning. Choosing someone you click with and you know will help keep you calm whilst your in the hot seat is an absolute must.”

    Find Us

    Victoria Ellen Makeup & Beauty Studio

    164 Ford Road

    Upton Village

    Wirral CH49 0TH

    Tel: 07936 442307

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  • Planning A Destination Wedding

    Planning A Destination Wedding

    You’ve found your dream destination and you can almost feel the sand between your toes. For many couples, combining their wedding and honeymoon in one is the dream option for their big day.

    With UK weddings coming in at an average of £25k +, travelling abroad with the promise of guaranteed weather, beautiful sunsets and that full-on holiday feeling makes financial sense as well as being a lovely treat for your guests.

    Follow our top ten tips to make sure you plan your destination wedding to perfection!

    1. Choose the perfect location

    As well as being a dreamy destination with wonderful views and amazing Instagram credentials your venue needs to deliver on a whole host of practicalities.

    That gorgeous, Mamma Mia. Style beach town where you spent all your childhood summers just won’t work if it only has one hotel that can’t accommodate all your guests.

    2. Get your ‘Save The Dates’ out early

    This is one of the most important destination wedding tips. It’s important to give your nearest and dearest have plenty of time to calculate if they can afford the cost of travelling to your ceremony and reception and give them a flavour of what’s to come.

    3. Think Local, Save Big

    Embrace the local scenery, food and foliage and slash your budget significantly. Using local blooms, booze and food options can really save the pennies and will make your big day much more authentic.

    4. Offer your guests options

    Do your research and offer your guests a range of price options when it comes to accommodation. Sticking everyone in one reasonably priced hotel is not the best move – guests like different types of accommodation from villas and apartments to luxury hotels; let them make the decision of where to stay and what to spend

    5. Hire a planner

    Although only about 20% of UK couples normally appoint a planner its an essential role for a destination wedding. Using someone with local connections who can negotiate, organise and make decisions on your behalf – without any language barrier issues is an absolute must.

    6. Visit in advance

    Ideally, you’d see your venue once before booking and again three to four months before the wedding to finalise details. If a second trip’s not possible, arrive at least five days early to make those last minute decisions and ideally have a hair and make-up trial!

    7. Pick your suppliers in person

    In advance of your first site visit, set up meetings with the better-known florists and rental companies in your destination. But also ask for referrals from your venue and planner on the ground; you might uncover local talent you didn’t know about.

    8. Stuff that suitcase

    If you are not shipping items ahead of the big day, booking an extra (couple) of cases on to your trip is a great idea. You can stuff these will all your personal touches from guest books to linen and just about everything in between.

    9. DO NOT CHECK YOUR DRESS IN!

    Keep it as cabin baggage so it is with you all the time, even if that means getting it steamed at destination.

    10. Choose the right dress

    Think about the theme, the backdrop and most of all the likely weather on your big day. Being trussed up in super-sweaty fabric or drowning in underskirts has the potential to spoil a wedding in the sun – and don’t get too sunburnt beforehand!

  • Maid In Heaven

    Maid In Heaven

    They are your greatest support, your number one fans and often your very best organisers. They listen, advise, don’t get bored when you talk about your flowers for the umpteenth time and are as happy as you are that you are about to become a Mrs.  They are your childhood friends, your favourite cousin, your beloved sister. They are your bridesmaids…

    Although it is undoubtedly an honour to be asked to be part of ‘team bride’, it’s still crucial that your gorgeous girls look and feel as fabulous as you do on the big day.

    With that in mind we’ve gathered together some of the top looks for this season’s most beautiful bridesmaids. Think big bold statement colours and subtle twists on tradition. Thanks for shaking things up 2019 – it’s going to be a wonderful year!

    Beautiful – Burnt Orange

    Marvellous – Mustard

    Stunning – Sage

    Dreamy – Dusty Rose

    Magical – Mist