MAISON DU MACARON - PERFECT WEDDING FAVOURS!

I'm always researching new and different exhibitors for the fair so I was very excited when Louise from Maison du Macaron contacted me.

In case you haven't come across them before, Macarons are a French sweet meringue-based confection made with egg white, icing sugar, granulated sugar, almond power and filled with ganache or butter cream and, in my humble opinion, are nigh on the perfect sweet treat!

Maison du Macaron are a small local family run business who specialise in these divine treats for weddings, parties and events.

Offering individual macarons, macaron towers and wedding favours, these little bits of perfection are available in a selection of flavours including raspberry, lemon, chocolate, vanilla, coffee, pistachio, orange and even salted caramel!

The origin of the Macaron isn't clear but according to some sources Catherine de Medici may have brought the recipe from France to Italy as early as 1533 but it was in the early 1900's that they became famous after being introduced in their current form by the famous Parisienne bakery and cafe, Laduree.

We are fortunate enough to have our very own Bristol company, Maison du Macaron creating these gorgeous melt-in-the-mouth treats and you will be able to see a selection and learn more about them at the Fair!

Ciderpig

Bristol Vintage loves Ciderpig!

Image from Lucy Stendall Photography

Now if you've chosen your venue, hand-stitched the bunting (!) and hired your gorgeous Bristol Vintage crockery, all you need now is the perfect bar to fit your vintage-theme. Well look no further... Ciderpig is, in their own words, possibly the second most awesome mobile cider bar in the world!

Image from Lucy Stendall Photography

Ciderpig has been serving up real Somerset Scrumpy direct from the farm gate to happy wedding guests since it first hit the road in 2010.

Once a French fire engine, the vintage-themed bar captures all the character and charm of a traditional cider farm and delivers it straight to your wedding.

With a selection of traditional still, bottled and sparkling ciders, you'll also find ales, lagers, wines and spirits all present and correct.

What better way to wash down your hog roast? Find out more on their website. We think you'll love Ciderpig too!

Miss Jones Lingerie

Set the scene for your wedding night and honeymoon with vintage-inspired luxury lingerie by Miss Jones.

French-based designer Jacqueline Jones is behind every item of the newly launched Miss Jones lingerie collection. A theatrical costumier who has styled period dramas for film and television, the collections are inspired by the luxury and sensuality of grander times – think vintage, think couture.

  

Jacqueline decided to set up her own label after designing wedding garters for individual clients who wanted something unique and personal to wear on the day and but also as a romantic keepsake afterwards.  Jacqueline says, “The wedding garter combines all the things I love - history, drama, romance and tradition.  It’s the most playful addition to the wedding attire; but if crafted beautifully, can also be an elegant keepsake, a family heirloom.”

With the addition of matching pasties, panties, soft bras, eye masks, and silk-tie-ups, the brand identity began to take shape and Jacqueline now has eight mini collections all designed with a luxurious wedding night or sumptuous honeymoon in mind.

  

“Making lingerie for the Bride’s boudoir trousseau is so special.  This is her time for sensuality.  Because after a day of being dressed up and in the spotlight; this is a time for the bride to wear something soft and luxurious, a little flirtatious. The designs mix tradition and romance with a touch of playfulness.  I think my favourite pieces from the collection are the Bridal Pasties, which are made from French lace Cherub motifs mounted onto soft leather.  I think they are so sweet and so much fun, and so unexpected.  I imagine the Bride smiling to herself as she thinks about changing into them later that evening. A truly personal moment”

You can find more Miss Jones Lingerie on her website, Facebook page, Pinterest and follow her on Twitter.  You can contact her direct on 0033 565599258 or email her at enquiries@missjoneslingerie.com but do make sure you come and meet her in person at next year’s Fair.  She’s coming over from France especially for us and has been working on a new piece to launch on the day as well as a competition!  There’ll be a sexy kimono-style gown that makes a lovely cover up if you’re not feeling quite so daring and a chance to win one of her most luxurious wedding garters, ‘Charlotte’. Come along and see these gorgeous designs for yourself. Celebrate your femininity, be confident, be sensual; be Miss Jones.