Exciting new SWD Event!We've teamed up with the Ayrshire Wedding Show to hold a new and exclusive event at the show - the SWD Bridal Bring and Buy! Lots of past brides and brides-to-be will be there to sell their wedding wares, with everything from dresses and accessories to table and room decorations. It'll be held at Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January from 11am-5pm. Entry will be £2 on the door. Come along and grab a bargain!
Princess Royal Conference & Events Centre
Ayr Racecourse
2 Whitletts Road
Ayr, KA8 0JE
w: www.ayrshireweddingshow.co.uk
Become the face of Weddings at Loch Lomond
How do you like the sound of being the cover girl of the Weddings at Loch Lomond magazine and website? Last year SWD reader Karen Dowdall from Bishopbriggs was the lucky winner, and now you have the chance to be the new face of the company - and who knows, there may be more prizes in store if you win! If you think you have what it takes, send an email with your name, phone number, wedding date, wedding venue, and a current photo of you and your loved one to competitions@weddingsatlochlomond.co.uk. The closing date is 31st March 2012.
w: www.weddingsatlochlomond.co.uk
e: competitions@weddingsatlochlomond.co.uk
t: 01290 422541
Win a romantic stay at a Hand Picked Hotel
Many women will be taking the leap and popping the question come 29th February. If you plan on doing this, Hand Picked Hotels (a collection of 17 gorgeous country house hotels throughout the UK, including Norton House Hotel & Spa in Edinburgh) has launched a Twitter competition to help you out! Simply tweet @hp_hotels with how you would propose to your other half at a Hand Picked Hotel, in 140 characters or less. The most creative response will win an overnight stay with their partner in the 'Leap Year' suite at one of their hotels on 29th February! Your tweet must contain the hashtag #HPHproposal, the closing date is 1st February 2012, and terms and conditions apply.
w: www.handpickedhotels.co.uk
e: enquiries@handpicked.co.uk
t: 0845 458 0901
FASHION NEWS
Birthday bashLamesley Bridal celebrates its 1st birthday in February 2012, and to celebrate it'll be offering 20% off all accessories throughout February when you purchase your dress there. And you'll be spoilt for choice, since the boutique stocks collections by Ritva Westenius, Stephanie Allin, Beverly Lister and The Vintage Wedding Dress Company. Lamesley Bridal focuses on giving unique, exceptional service to every bride-to-be, and you'll receive a warm welcome with a pot of tea and locally baked cupcakes - what more could you ask for?
w: www.lamesleybridal.co.uk
t: 01315 566384
10% off your dream dressPamela Jayne's Bridal has a special offer on just now for brides-to-be who are still looking for their dream dress! If you order your wedding gown from the Bonnybridge-based boutique before 31st March 2012, you'll get 10% off. With designs available in sizes 6-32 by designers including Mori Lee, Julietta, Sweetheart and Mon Cheri, you'll be sure to fall in love with a few! Plus, there's a massive selection of accessories, as well as over 40 Mori Lee bridesmaid dresses. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion.
w: www.pamelajaynesbridal.com
e: info@pamelajaynesbridal.co.uk
t: 07531 111356
Curvy creationsPerth boutique Ivory Whites is proudly opening a plus-size department this month with a fantastic range of dresses in sizes 18-30 from top collections including Callista, Signature Plus, Agnes and Watters. With a variety of gowns boasting everything from laces, silks and satins to straps and sleeves, it will be a real treat for curvier ladies looking for a dress that fits perfectly. There will be an opening offer of 10% off all orders taken in January from the plus-size department.
w: www.ivorywhites.co.uk
t: 01738 442544
Upcoming events at Anne Priscilla BridalAnne Priscilla Bridal is one of Glasgow's most deluxe bridal boutiques, so you'd be mad to miss out on the exciting events it will be hosting soon. Head along on 28th January to its Vintage Wedding Dress Company Designer Day (strictly appointment only) to view an extended collection of the VWDC and receive 10% off all gowns. Attend the Accessory Event on 3rd February for mini hair trials from Leo (Rainbow Room International) plus 10% off all tiaras, veils, shoes and jewellery! Meanwhile, stylish mums will be pleased to know that the new Mother of the Bride Boutique is now open for appointments.
w: www.annepriscillabridal.com
e: info@annepriscillabridal.co.uk
t: 0141 222 2504
January saleThe Wedding Store in Newhouse, Lanarkshire, is a luxury bridal shop which stocks gowns by top designers such as Romantica, Tia by Benjamin Roberts and Mon Cheri. And for one weekend only, you'll be able to get an amazing 20% off these beautiful wedding dresses! The January Sale Weekend will take place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd January, and the deposits must be paid during this time. The store offers a relaxing, personalised shopping experience with dresses in sizes 10-30, which can be previewed online.
w: www.the-weddingstore.co.uk
e: lynsay@the-weddingstore.co.uk
t: 01698 831051
PLANNING NEWS
Style counselLooking for some inspiration on how to style your venue? One of Scotland's leading event designers, 88 Events, has launched a free 28-page magazine called The Wedding Decoration Guide. Inside, you'll find out how to create beautifully dressed tables at your wedding, alongside details of their exclusive table styling packages. What's more, it includes £75 worth of gift vouchers.
w: www.88eventscompany.com/dream-wedding-kit.html#
e: marc@88eventscompany.com
t: 0141 445 2288
Planned to perfectionFollowing a highly successful 18 months in the wedding industry, Timeless White Wedding Planning has appointed an additional planner. Founder and owner of the organization, Emma Douglas, said: "It's very exciting to have Louise on board. We have been extremely lucky to appoint someone who is so well suited to a role in wedding planning." Say hello to Emma and Louise at Your Wedding Exhibition at the AECC in Aberdeen on 14th-15th January.
w: www.timelesswhite.co.uk
e: Emma@timelesswhite.co.uk
t: 07778 776677
Music to our earsIf you're watching the pennies but desperate to have a string quartet at your wedding, you're in luck! Apollo String Quartet is reducing the price of any ensemble by a hefty £100 for weddings taking place in January and February. Widely regarded as one of Scotland's premier string ensembles, the group has performed with legends such as Kanye West, Smokey Robinson and Brian Wilson, and has over 10 years' experience playing at wedding ceremonies throughout Scotland and beyond. Get in touch for a quote or free consultation.
w: www.apollostringquartet.com
e: bookings@apollostringquartet.com
t: 07879 494625
Heart to heartWe love all things heart shaped, don't you? Doodles, Edinburgh's original 'paint your own pottery' workshop, does too, so it's offering 20% off all heart-shaped items that are painted or commissioned in January and February. There are hundreds of items and colours to choose from, including hanging heart favours, loveheart boxes, and heart-shaped cake plates. You could even come to Doodles for your hen party and make your own dinner or breakfast set! Prices start from £2.50 per favour and £10 per plate / box.
w: www.doodlesscotland.co.uk
e: painting@doodlesscotland.co.uk
t: 0131 229 1399
New Year, new you!January is always a tough month for brides-to-be who are trying to keep fit, thanks to the inevitable feasts of the festive season! But not to worry - Sarah Peffer Fitness is offering 10 personal training sessions for £250 (usually £350 - saving £100!) to help you shape up for your big day. Sessions can take place at your home or at Greens Giffnock (non-Greens members will have to pay a £5 non-member fee per session). This offer is only available to book until 31st January and sessions must be used within six months of the initial booking date.
w: www.sarahpeffer.com
e: info@sarahpeffer.com
t: 07909 517029
A fair to rememberYou can't beat a good wedding fair for getting inspiration and meeting lots of great suppliers, and the Wedding Fair at Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow will be no exception. Taking place on Saturday 28th (11am-3.30pm) and Sunday 29th (11am-4pm) January, there will be 25 exhibitors showcasing flowers, cakes, outfits, jewellery, favours and much more! In addition there will be band showcases from 12pm-3pm on Saturday and an hourly catwalk starting from noon on Sunday, featuring bridalwear, MOB outfits, hair accessories, make-up and hair styles. There will also be demos and special prize draws!
w: www.lbsexclusiveevents.co.uk
t: 0141 558 1462
VENUES NEWS
New venue!The East Rooms is coming to Glasgow in summer 2012! This brand new exclusive function suite and terrace will be the perfect place to book your wedding in the city. And because the venue is neither a hotel nor club, the bride and groom are guaranteed to be the highest priority. To celebrate its future arrival, The East Rooms is offering a 20% discount on all bookings for 2012. Just give them a call!
w: www.theeastrooms.com
t: 0845 490 0971
Grand designsMelville Castle is set to re-open, having been sympathetically restored to its former glory as a beautiful family-run country house. The owners have carefully re-instated period furnishings and fittings wherever possible in keeping with the elegant Georgian ambience of the castle, making it a stunning setting for your wedding. Up to 70 guests can be accommodated for a wedding breakfast and an additional 30 at the evening reception; alternatively, a marquee is available for larger parties. And to top it off, the house and grounds will be exclusively yours for the duration of your stay. Contact the castle to make an appointment, where a warm welcome awaits!
w: www.melvillecastle.net
e: events@melvillecastle.net
t: 0131 654 0088
Free showThe Burnside Hotel in Rutherglen is the ideal venue for intimate or large weddings thanks to its three stylish function rooms and variety of packages. But don't just take our word for it - head along on 29th January to its Wedding Show to see it for yourself! As well as getting a chance to look around the hotel, the show will have a catwalk, champagne, cake tasting, live music and hair and beauty demonstrations. It's on from 11am-4pm and entry is free.
w: www.theburnsidehotel.co.uk
e: burnsidehotel@city-holdings.co.uk
t: 0141 634 1276
