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pink weddings magazine, spring 2016 Making history pink weddings magazine Pink Weddings Magazine is published in partnership with Pink Weddings Ltd. www.pinkweddings.biz Publishers: CJ Wellings Ltd, 57 High Street, Ashford, Kent TN24 8SG www.cjwellings.com Editor: Claire Brown e: [email protected] Publishing assistant: Millie Stockwell t: 01233 638528 e: [email protected] Designer: Jez Tucker e: [email protected] Advertising sales manager: Ian Ralph e: [email protected] Advertising sales: [email protected] Press enquiries: Gino Meriano e: [email protected] Subscriptions: e: [email protected] Website: www.pinkweddingsmagazine.com Printed on paper from sustainable sources by the Manson Group Ltd. Cover montage: JellyPics CJ Wellings Ltd does not accept responsibility for the accuracy of statements made by contributors or advertisers. The contents of this magazine are the copyright of CJ Wellings Ltd, but do not necessarily represent its views or those of its partners. WelcoMe! How time flies! Can you believe it’s been ten years since our first historic civil partnership ceremonies took place, including that of Mike and myself. In this issue, we look at how far we’ve come and hear from some of those who helped make history. Alison and Jill tell how it’s not always been plain sailing, challenging discrimination over the years, but the progress is there to be celebrated. Our look at the impact of same-sex marriage on the US economy further underlines the pace of change throughout the world. But our work is not done – we now need full recognition in every country, opening doors to allow any couple to travel to any destination and come back to the UK ‘married’ like opposite sex couples can. Right here we’re celebrating the individuality of each one of the couples featured this issue. Adrian and Paul wanted their wedding to be traditional with a twist, right down to pulling pints of their own wedding ale. Emma and Maja met playing rugby with Hampstead Ladies and got married with a relaxed, joyful vibe, arriving in a removal van! And why not, hey… Darren and Jon got to know each other through chatting online and went for the full works at a stunning stately home. And Josie and Kyla’s story shows how the love of your life can come along when you least expect – the couple became soul mates after meeting at the supermarket. We could go on with awesome stories, but just reading them makes you realise how amazing all these couples are and how individual you can make your wedding. This issue is also packed with the new season’s fashion, wedding trends and advice on everything for your family and home, to help you make the right choices. It’s all about finding your style and doing what makes you happy. Gino Meriano Gay rights campaigner and founder of Pink Weddings Get your very own printed copy of Pink Weddings Magazine! Go to www.pinkweddingsmagazine.com oR download the app from iTunes pink weddings magazine » 3