Editor loves and inspiration

2025's couples have been getting creative with their colour palettes using fresh new ideas to bring the wow factor. Be inspired by what's going on in the world of interior design or fashion to get some ideas.

Clashing hues are in – it shouldn't work but it does! We love the juxtaposition of hot pink and vibrant orange for a bold approach that simply sings. Colour blocking is also a popular choice, choosing one colour and styling the space in varying hues of the same colour. Green has provided a mainstay for this trend, and given the myriad of gentle, fresh and bold tones it provides we can see why – it's incredibly versatile. This also works to perfection when styling your bridesmaids.

The Pantone Colour of the Year always inspires the wedding industry from 2023's Viva Magenta to our favourite, 2024's Peach Fuzz. This year Mocha Mousse was chosen. We won't deny, it's caused us to pause for thought, but with the passion for neutral tones when it comes to wedding styling, we think it fits in a treat!

For more venue styling inspiration, don't miss our trends round up in the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, free to download at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download 

Niamh & John's showstopping big-day bake by Boutique Bakery (www.boutiquebakery.co.uk) really caught my eye. It's a testament to how your sweet centrepiece can really bring a palette and/or theme together. 

Iced in a dark forest green and brushed with opulent gold it was also adorned in sugar flowers to mirror the floral arrangements of dahlias, roses, and delphiumns. What a stunner!

Find out more about the couple's big day in the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, free to download at www.youcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download

Pssst... Sept/Oct25 issue coming SOON!

Packing for your honeymoon? It's time to dial up the fun with these pink beaded flamingo earrings, £14 from next.co.uk For more honeymoon essentials, check out the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, free to download at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download

Hot off the runway! This new Claude ballgown is from Ines di Santo's (inesdisanto.com) latest spring 2026 collection, unveiled at Barcelona Bridal Week. It features a plunging V-neck and a tiered ombre blue skirt. For more red-carpet ready gowns, check out the July/Aug25 issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, free to download at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download

With many of us gearing up for an autumn of ceremonies, receptions, and dress codes; Nicola Barker, head of buying at Suit Direct, has teamed up with etiquette expert Jo Hayes and dating coach Emily Thompson, to unveil the list of things that wedding guests should never do. The standard rules are pretty straightforward and only require you to be conscientious of the couple and their planning process. However, there are some of us out there, who fall victim to the same wedding guest mistakes...

Find out more in the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, free to download at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download

Italy has the perfect combination of bustling cities and scenic countryside, which is why it has become a very popular honeymoon destination. But how to get the most out of your trip? In this issue's honeymonn feature, travel editor Issy Chamberlain outlines some of the best accommodation and romantic attractions to make your trip as memorable as possible.

Find out more in the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, free to download at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download 

These striking gowns are from the latest Christian Siriano for AZAZIE bridal collection. Styles include a silk Mikado ballgown featuring a basque waist and a tulle-tiered ballgown boasting a beaded bodice. There are also stunning dresses finished with delicate lace detail, www.azazie.com/gb/all/wedding-dresses/with/brand/christian-siriano-bridal-for-azazie

For more red-carpet ready gowns download the Jul/Aug issue free at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download

ChloBo, renowned for its timeless and meaningful jewellery, has unveiled six exquisite new pearl pieces made using the highest quality freshwater pearls, hand-selected for their unique charm. Wedding-worthy items include this ethereal multi-pearl drop necklace, £95, and purse-friendly prices start from just £52, https://chlobo.co.uk

For more fashion tips and best buys, download the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding, free at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download

To achieve a perfectly matched set of engagement and wedding rings, or if you fail to discover your vision in ready-made collections, you may decide to go down the bespoke route. Costs are often comparable, and you'll be able to ensure the same profile and perfect shape fitted around your engagement ring, allowing the two to sit together in perfect harmony. You'll need a skilled local goldsmith, so be on the lookout for privately-owned jewellers, particularly those who come highly recommended.

The price of gold right now is sky high, so you can save yourself a pretty penny by presenting your jeweller with gold family heirloom pieces that you're happy to have melted down and refashioned into your new wedding rings. This also brings a world of sentimentality and meaning. What about combining gold from both sides of your family symbolising the joining of the two in marriage?

The bespoke process allows you to be involved every step of the way, working with your jeweller to design and bring to life exactly what's in your head. Remember, you're making a significant investment in these pieces, so they should be absolutely perfect for you – no compromises. You can even find some artisan makers who host wedding ring making workshops, allowing you to craft your very own bands. What could be more personal?

Find our wedding ring buyers guide in the Jul/Aug25 issue, free to download at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download

When Henry proposed to Sarah four years on from their first date, the venue search for the big day began. "We knew we wanted to get married in Audlem, close to where we both grew up,” Sarah explains. “The challenge was to find a venue close enough to the church. The one we eventually chose gave us free rein to use the building in whichever way we wanted. We loved that the owners were happy for us to treat it like our home for the weekend. It had an intimate atmosphere and provided rooms for 20 of our friends to stay. It was the perfect setting for a fun weekend away with our loved ones.” So, the couple didn't hesitate and secured their date: 31st August 2024. 

Sarah tells us more in the Jul/Aug25 issue, download it free at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download