Tie the Knot Scotland August - September 2023

beth.forsyth@peeblesmedia.com Issue 85 August-September 2023 ‘Don’t run with the crowd, fly with the stars’ goes the saying. So this issue, we’re following the lead of recent celebrity brides Kourtney Kardashian, Sophie Habboo and Sofia Richie – who all chose to wear more daring dresses for some of their celebrations – by looking at unconventional wedding looks. The good news is you don’t need to have an A-list stylist on speed dial – flick to page 14 for the lowdown on where to shop and what to wear if you’re a bride who dares to be different in Scotland. Think jumpsuits, two-pieces, mini dresses and more. In a similar vein, head-turning modern bridal gowns are at the heart of our gorgeous bride and mum fashion shoot (p.26). Talking of being bold,…

Stockists on page 242 Pretty petals During a trip to London Bridal Fashion Week earlier this year, key trends we spied were gowns with flower detailing, pops of colour and detachable elements. The Kinley dress (below, £POA), from the new ‘Botanical’ 2023 collection by Ronald Joyce, couldn’t be more on the button. Just check out those drop trumpet sleeves – swoon! As you can probably guess from its name, florals take centre stage in the new nature-inspired collection that hopes to empower brides to celebrate their individuality. S-LAY THE TABLE Whether you’re laying on a lavish hen-do brunch or trying your hand at DIY for more intimate nuptials, Truffle Tablescapes’ new rental range is about to become your bestie. The collection includes tablecloths and napkins, statement embroidered and woven placemats,…

Stockists on page 242 LOVING LUNA Attention brides-to-be, something huge is coming to Kudos Bridal Boutique! Spanish brand Luna Novias will be landing in the Dunfermline store in September. These gowns offer something a little different for brides, and one we’re sure will go like hot cakes is the Tevan gown (left, £POA). This princess-style dress features lace appliqués and tattoo-lace sleeves that are bang on-trend right now. “To celebrate our newest designer, we’ll be hosting a Luna Novias trunk show at our Dunfermline boutique on 4th and 5th November. This gives our brides the opportunity to shop the full collection with us for one weekend only and allows them the chance to see and try gowns that aren't always available with us in store. This event is by appointment…

Stockists on page 242 Every bride knows that her dream wedding dress will be the one that makes her feel like the best version of herself. But even so, some of us end up with a gown that’s just not ‘the one’. My mum and I were looking back at snaps from her big day, and the first thing she told me was how much she disliked her dress. From an outsider’s perspective, it’s a fabulous Princess Diana number typical of the 1980s, but it wasn’t her first choice and so the discontent at the gown has persisted through the years, despite how lovely she looked. For brides these days, thankfully, the rules around what you can wear are less rigid, so my advice would be to choose something that sets…

The jackets The veils THE CLUTCH BAGS The glasses The bows THE SHOES Stockists on page 242…

Stockists on page 242 BACK TO MINE Gowns that look as lush from behind as they do from the front MINIMAL INTERFERENCE All about that #cleangirlaesthetic? Then set your sights on these unadorned beauties LACE IT UP Whether finespun or ornate, this classic bridalwear fabric proves its versatility See this dress in our bridal shoot on page 36 PUMP IT UP Turn up the volume in puffed sleeves, frills and layered skirts WIN TICKETS to the Scottish Wedding Show at the SEC, Glasgow, 14th and 15th October 2023. Turn to page 69 TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED Dream looks for those brides who want to break the mould CUTOUTS AND SPLITS Flash some leg or show a little skin in a sexy, sassy way…