Gwen’s Bridal Bazaar

Come along and meet the brains behind a brand new wedding blog for all you lovely brides-to-be in Wales and the South West. Gwen’s Bridal Bazaar is dedicated to bringing you innovative, style savvy content and lashings of wedding prettiness in their daily articles.

Helen Howells, creator of the blog, says: “As a welsh lady born and raised, I’ve been a wedding guest at some truly spectacular locations in both Wales and the South West. When it came to my wedding, I scoured the area for truly talented individuals and reputable suppliers to help make my day a dream come true, and now I want to help you brides-to-be to find yours.”

At Gwen’s Bridal Bazaar they completely understand all those wedding dilemmas: “So many people are quick to tell you how it ‘should be done’, when really the weddings which amaze are those where the couple have had their day, their way. The most important people at a wedding are the two declaring their love for each other; the celebration should always reflect your personalities and include things you both adore from start to finish.”

And it’s not just brides that Gwen’s Bridal Bazaar are aiming to inspire – they have their own dedicated “Grooms Room” with some fab newlyweds and grooms contributing to the blog.

On the day of the Fair, you’ll find Helen upstairs. She’ll be on hand to chat about your wedding plans and can offer advice on how to make your day extra special and unique. She’s also going to be running a competition! To be in with a chance to win a rather lovely bridal hamper, pop up and see her on March 10^th and let her know what you think the key to a happy marriage is - the winner will be chosen by Helen and notified at the end of the day.

If you’ve got something you’d like to contribute to Gwen’s Bridal Bazaar, do make sure you mention it to her on the day or email her direct at Helen@gwensbridalbazaar.com - you can also find Helen through her website and why not ask her about her Cardiff Bridal Bootfayre? Giving newlyweds the opportunity to sell on their wedding treasures to new brides-to-be, it’s a very stylish and recycling-friendly eco affair!  Helen promises us the Bootfayre will be back later this year, so make sure you keep in touch!

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.