Our directory covers most of the services and products you might be looking for in planning your wedding, however there are many other services that you should be aware of to help you make your special day just perfect.
Here are many wedding service providers based in the West Midlands from places like Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Coventry, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Warwick, Shrewsbury and Stratford, whom you might want to get in touch with...
Don't forget to mention Your West Midlands Wedding magazine when contacting a wedding service supplier.
A Signature Wedding Show - Wembley Stadium Sunday, 20th February 2022 11am - 4pm
County Wedding Events is delighted to announce its Signature Event at the iconic Wembley Stadium - one of the largest and best wedding shows to be held in London.
Find your dream wedding dress in Solihull whilst experiencing the warmest of welcomes.
We are incredibly proud to be premier stockists of some of the industry’s best and most coveted designers, right the way through to some newer, funkier brands that have a slightly more budget-friendly price tag.
Personalised Wedding Gifts
Memorable presents for bride and groom.
Farrar & Tanner offer a wide range of beautiful, stylish, and thoughtful wedding gifts - many handcrafted, and all high-quality. From gift boxed fine wines and Champagnes to sleek, modern homeware and hand-blown glasses, selecting a delightful gift to spoil your favourite couple on their big day is easy. Most items can be personalised with a name, date, or special message too - creating wonderful memories that last a lifetime.
Can you really plan a wedding in a few short weeks?
Celebrating a festive proposal? Already caught the wedding planning bug? Don't want to wait two years? Having assisted couples previously with their short lead time weddings, experienced and down to earth UK wedding planner Mary Briscoe gives some food for thought if you are considering tying the knot as soon as possible.
Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ, we believe that anything is possible if you set your mind to it even planning a wedding within a few short weeks.... read more
Posted: 19 January 2022
Alexandra and Darryl met as children and years later celebrated with a wedding at Barns and Yard
Alexandra and Darryl met when they were children. "I was friends with his sister," says Alexandra. "We then met later at a mutual friend's engagement party. We share a love of Formula 1 and have lots of mutual interests." Darryl popped the question on Christmas Day. "He wrote it on a card and woke me up early as he was so impatient," shares the bride. "He thoughtfully sought the permission of my dad before proposing, and it was wonderful being able to share the day with family. It was definitely a surprise, and I didn't even believe him when I read it!"... read more
Posted: 14 January 2022
7 unique wedding traditions from around the world
Weddings come in all different shapes and sizes, and there are so many unique traditions that make them special in different countries. There are many customs you are likely already familiar with, such as proposing with a diamond engagement ring and throwing your bouquet on the big day. However, there are so many other interesting traditions from around the globe that you're sure to love.
New research from engagement ring retailer, Angelic Diamonds, takes us on a trip around the world to find out more about wedding traditions and costs in every corner of the globe. Today, we're taking a closer look at some of our very favourite traditions. Despite their differences, there is one thing that all these traditions have in common. They are all in place to bring luck, happiness, and love to a union between the happy couple.... read more
Posted: 14 January 2022
How to incorporate a slideshow into your best man’s speech
Here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we've heard it many times before "they could relax once the speeches were given".
This anxiety of the wedding speeches affects not only the groom but also the groomsmen. Whether you enjoy public speaking or not, there's a lot of pressure on the best man to remember to thank the bride, do justice to the groom without revealing his worst stories, and crucially be funny - but not so funny you ruin the big day!
No matter how confident the bestman is, or how often they may do presentations at work, this is still a daunting task.
If you've a wedding on the horizon and need some tips, James Robinson, Marketing Manager at presentation design agency Buffalo 7 offers his top tips on incorporating a slideshow in to the speech to help with proceedings...... read more
Posted: 11 January 2022
Sarah and Matt celebrated their love with a romantic celebration at Hoar Cross Hall
Sarah and Matt met when they were 15 and 16 years old. "We became boyfriend and girlfriend two years later," says Sarah. "This year we have been together for 10 years! What attracted me to Matt and still does is his sense of humour. He never fails to make me laugh." Matt proposed at the couple's favourite Indian restaurant in July 2019. "When he popped the question, he also revealed a tattoo he had dedicated to me on his chest," shares the bride. "It was a massive surprise."... read more
Posted: 7 January 2022
The most popular and beautiful hotspots to propose in the UK
New research by London cornerstone jewellery brand, ABELINI, has revealed that even a global pandemic can't stop romantics tying the knot, as it is revealed that 79% of Brits would be happy to get engaged in the UK.
If you're reading this after having a festive proposal at the end of 2021 - did your very own engagement location make one of the top listed?
Whether your loved one is an ocean-obsessed water sign or a glamorous city slicker who would love to be proposed to with views over the capital, here at County Wedding Magazines HQ we're loving these winners.... read more
Posted: 7 January 2022
How to plan a sustainable wedding
The ethical jewellery brand Ingle & Rhode have put together a guide on how to plan a sustainable wedding without compromising on that luxury feeling on your big day.
With the world becoming more environmentally conscious, a spokesperson for Ingle & Rhode said: "We're very passionate about ethical sourcing and we know through our customers that there are so many people out there who are interested in the idea of having a more sustainable wedding.
"Weddings often include a lot of single use items wrapped in plastic which of course isn't great for our environment.... read more
Posted: 3 January 2022
This styled shoot at Blithfield Lakeside Barns was put together by Molly Georgia Photography. "We wanted to capture elements of an autumnal wedding while adding a modern twist," says Molly. "We had amazing dried flower arrangements throughout the shoot from The Wild Atelier. At both ends of the table, we had cascading florals, and on the main table, we had a selection of dried flowers in separate vases. Every member of the team worked extremely hard to create the shoot, and it ended up being more amazing than I could've imagined. We battled through the crazy wind and rain and ended up with beautiful sunshine and a sunset to end the day."... read more
Posted: 31 December 2021
Laura and Sam fell in love with Barnutopia and knew it was the perfect wedding venue for them
Laura and Sam first laid eyes on each other at a bar. "I liked how nice he was and that we had lots in common," says Laura. "I was in university at the time, and Sam would come to see me, and we would watch the rugby in Cardiff. When I moved back home, we moved in together." Sam proposed in May 2016. "It was a few months after my dad and brother had passed away," shares the bride. "We had booked a couple of nights away in Trearddur Bay in Anglesey. We walked to the shop, and I was quite surprised that Sam had bought a bottle of prosecco because he doesn't really drink it."... read more
Posted: 24 December 2021
Perfectly plan your wedding with Pantone's Very Peri
Very Peri, Pantone Colour of the Year 2022, is a gorgeous shade that can inspire your wedding theme and colour scheme.
The Pantone Institute says of this new hue: Displaying a carefree confidence and a daring curiosity that animates our creative spirit, inquisitive and intriguing PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri helps us to embrace this altered landscape of possibilities, opening us up to a new vision as we rewrite our lives. Rekindling gratitude for some of the qualities that blue represents complemented by a new perspective that resonates today, PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri places the future ahead in a new light.
We are living in transformative times. PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri is a symbol of the global zeitgeist of the moment and the transition we are going through. As we emerge from an intense period of isolation, our notions and standards are changing.... read more
Posted: 16 December 2021
