Here comes summer, and with it a brand-new issue of Wed IN Kent- all ready to accompany you through one of the most exciting( and sometimes overwhelming!) times of your life.
We’ ve loved meeting so many of you at wedding fairs and open days across the county, hearing firsthand from so many newly engaged couples and nearly-weds about wedding planning journeys and we love sharing in those first sparks of inspiration. One thing that keeps coming up is how daunting it can be( especially when the algorithm kicks in!) and it can leave many of you wondering where to even begin- but that’ s exactly why we’ re here.
All wrapped up in a seasonal package of a beautiful magazine to flick through and an online directory to browse to find your perfect venue and suppliers, we’ re proud to bring you inspiration from real Kentish couples, advice from leading local experts and the latest trends from exclusive styled shoots and global wedding brands.
Inside this issue, we’ re celebrating the beauty of Kent in all its summer glory with a focus on rustic and wild venues- perfect for those of you dreaming of a natural, relaxed and outdoor setting. We also explore the culture, colour and celebratory grandeur of Desi weddings, uncovering why Kent is a go-to destination for vibrant multi-day weddings. If fairytale is your vibe, you won’ t want to miss our sneak peek of the beautiful new The Fable flowergirl and occasionwear collection by Justin Alexander on p88 that debuts for Spring / Summer 2027. You can discover the full collection online at wedinkent. co. uk.
For us, no summer celebration is complete without a little Summer Soiree. From lawn games and fireworks to summer spritzes and dessert tables of dreams, you’ ll find all the inspiration you need for your summer evening receptions inside. As always, you’ ll also find plenty of beautiful venues, ideas, expert advice and gorgeous inspiration to guide you wherever you are in your wedding planning adventure.
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Wed IN Kent team … What would your summer( wedding) dessert table pick be?
Publishing Director: Adam Ready adam @ wedinkent. co. uk 07824 882086 Tiramisu 100 %
Editorial Director: Samantha Ready sam @ wedinkent. co. uk All of them! But if you make me choose Eton mess, lemon tart & choc brownie for the win!
Editor: Charlie Bond charlie @ wedinkent. co. uk I love anything lemony or anything chocolatey. Ideally both!
Features: Emily Sturgeon Ooh I do love a lemon tart or cheesecake!
Digital: Sophie Shorter Definitely macarons!
Design: Melanie Johnsson Mine is definitely tiramisu...
Advertising Sales Manager: Jerry Barrett jerry @ wedinkent. co. uk 07809 468249 A cocktail ice pop! Ooh or white chocolate and raspberry cheesecake
Sales: Jade Wynter jade @ wedinkent. co. uk Has to be brownies for me
Operations: Karlene Gannon Ooh.. something lemon for me, lemon tart!
Front Cover © Nicola Dawson Photography // The Buttery & Glasshouse at The Bull Hotel, Wrotham
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Welcome
Here comes summer, and with it a brand-new issue of Wed IN Kent- all ready to accompany you through one of the most exciting( and sometimes overwhelming!) times of your life.
We’ ve loved meeting so many of you at wedding fairs and open days across the county, hearing firsthand from so many newly engaged couples and nearly-weds about wedding planning journeys and we love sharing in those first sparks of inspiration. One thing that keeps coming up is how daunting it can be( especially when the algorithm kicks in!) and it can leave many of you wondering where to even begin- but that’ s exactly why we’ re here.
All wrapped up in a seasonal package of a beautiful magazine to flick through and an online directory to browse to find your perfect venue and suppliers, we’ re proud to bring you inspiration from real Kentish couples, advice from leading local experts and the latest trends from exclusive styled shoots and global wedding brands.
Inside this issue, we’ re celebrating the beauty of Kent in all its summer glory with a focus on rustic and wild venues- perfect for those of you dreaming of a natural, relaxed and outdoor setting. We also explore the culture, colour and celebratory grandeur of Desi weddings, uncovering why Kent is a go-to destination for vibrant multi-day weddings. If fairytale is your vibe, you won’ t want to miss our sneak peek of the beautiful new The Fable flowergirl and occasionwear collection by Justin Alexander on p88 that debuts for Spring / Summer 2027. You can discover the full collection online at wedinkent. co. uk.
For us, no summer celebration is complete without a little Summer Soiree. From lawn games and fireworks to summer spritzes and dessert tables of dreams, you’ ll find all the inspiration you need for your summer evening receptions inside. As always, you’ ll also find plenty of beautiful venues, ideas, expert advice and gorgeous inspiration to guide you wherever you are in your wedding planning adventure.
Enjoy every moment!
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