Contents
EVERY ISSUE
Editor’s Letter - Pg 8
WOTC Directory - Pg 73
IPLEDGE - Pg 74
ON THE COVER
Kim Simplis Barrow - Pg 44
The former First Lady of Belize
Lauren Conrad and Hannah Skvarla - Pg 43
Co-founders of The Little Market
Vania Leles - Pg 42
Founder of VANLELES Diamonds, the world’s first female-founded, fine jewellery brand
Heather McDowall - Pg 29
Getting you brow ready with Niche Brow Co
Abigail Sowemimo - Pg 59
Founder of demi-fine jewellery brand, Kadara Jewels
Oda Olafsrud - Pg 68
Founder of interdisciplinary design studio and agency, HOUSE OF CREATION
Here Comes the Wedding Industry - Pg 13
The wedding industry is back!
FEATURES
Julien & Michael Sheridan - Pg 51
Business Partners and Life Partners
Lily & Simon Liebel - Pg 53
Business Partners and Life Partners
Georgina El Mountassir - Pg 35
Founder of handcrafted statement jewellery brand, Etta Gray
Julie Townend - Pg 19
Founder of namesake collection Julie Townend
Ruhela Begum - Pg 23
Founder of plant-based, vegan skincare brand Mona Living
Amelia Heard - Pg 72
Founder of handmade jewellery brand, Tyger by the Tail
FASHION & STYLE
Something old, something new - Pg 14
Forget traditions. It’s a new world after all
Something borrowed, something blue - Pg 15
And we aren’t talking about the rom-com
A dream deferred is not a dream denied because the wedding industry is BACK ON! - Pg 34
..And it’s a little different now
Why getting married is the perfect time to update your wardrobe - Pg 18
Your guide to your new closet staples
BEAUTY
Bridal hair - Pg 33
Get bridal hair ready with Deb Dominic
Top ten essential products for your wedding day - Pg 30
We’ve done the hard work so you don’t have to
Makeup do’s and don’ts - Pg 26
Prepare to say ‘I do’ with Lina’s makeup do’s and don’ts
How to choose the right glam for your wedding day - Pg 28
Because it’s one less thing to stress about
LIFESTYLE
What does it mean to 'marry up'? - Pg 49
Learn the ins and outs
The Brad & Angelina template - Pg 50
Even though they didn’t last, this template will
Better together: the best partnerships of all time - Pg 46
Five examples of why collaboration is the future
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Moving forward from your miscarriage - Pg 55
Midwife Jadesola Oginni is here for you
Ask Dr Emma - Pg 52
Let’s talk freezing eggs, trying for a baby and life before marriage
The link between entrepreneurship and depression - Pg 45
The things the world usually doesn’t like to talk about
Family planning: talking contraception after marriage - Pg 54
Everything you need to know
I’m getting married and I need to lose weight - Pg 62
…The right way
How to fit into the dress and stay there - Pg 61
Because what comes after the ‘big day’ matters too
EVENTS
New Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel - Pg 39
The low down on the brand new hotel opening
Flower arrangements with FLOWERBX - Pg 37
Whitney Bromberg Hawkings is helping you get wedding venue ready
The rise of the micro wedding - Pg 41
What it’s like being a bride in 2021
Tanya Rose’s Top Recommendations for Exceptional Wedding Venues and Holiday Destinations - Pg 40
Travel authority Tanya Rose dishes on her top wedding venues and holiday destinations
LAW
The friendship agreement - Pg 47
Contracts to consider in business and co-living
EDUCATION & CHILDREN
Children and entrepreneurship - Pg 60
Why your little ones should be introduced to the world of business from a young age
The Corner - Pg 58
Get into Beverley Martins’ mind as she talks inspiring parents
Nursery Hunting: It is never too soon - Pg 56
Your top tips
"Remember, no task is too small” - Pg 20
Journalism tips from former Weddings Ideas editor Danielle Wilkins
BUILDING A HOME
Building a House from Scratch - Pg 70
Building your dream home from scratch can be cheaper than buying
Let's talk separate bedrooms.. whilst still being happily married - Pg 71
Yes! It’s possible
FOOD
Living a Fasted Life - Pg 66
It’s not as crazy as it sounds
Diets are messing with your head - Pg 64
Chef Talibah Simone is here to tell you why
TECH
Best apps for your little ones to have fun and learn - Pg 57
Occupy your little ones for hours whilst you WFH