Author: Claire Boon

You know that old saying “new year, new me”? Well, ahead of the fast approaching 2025, we’ve decided to switch some things up around here and add a dash more sparkle into Bouquet and Bells.

Before we explain the changes, we want to start by saying a huge thank you to every single person who has attended our fayres, bought a copy of the magazine, shared our posts with brides and grooms to be, or supported us in any way over the last year.

Creating an exciting and personable brand has always been at the heart of everything we do and we hope to show our love for the industry and appreciation for you lovely lot even more next year.

What’s Changing?

We’re still going to bring you the best wedding fayres Cheshire has to offer! However, after noticing a shift in attendance levels and the reducing demand for smaller fayres, we’ve made the difficult decision to host less fares next year. 

Instead we’ll focus more on creating much bigger events. Big catwalk productions, unique entertainment, live music and after parties, huge prize giveaways, bigger supplier offers, even better goodie bags, lots more exhibitors and so much more.

We want to squeeze everything we can into each event, and continue to offer the best quality wedding fayres with the most amazing selection of suppliers.

We’ve also given our branding and social media platforms a revamp with lots of cool new visuals.

And The Magazine? 

We’ll also be publishing our wedding magazine once a year only, rather than twice a year. This doesn’t mean we are cutting the quality, (in fact, quite the opposite). We are cramming even more into every issue making it even bigger and better, giving you even more content for your money.

Going Forward…

We will continue to adapt the business to ensure we keep moving forward, and we feel this change is necessary. It’s always been owner Claire’s ambition to think outside the box and make stand out shows that are different from the rest.

So, get ready for 2025. The year of added zest and sparkle. 

Thank you again to everyone for your continued support whilst we navigate our way through this time of change. Let’s bring wedding fayres back the way they were always loved and remembered.

See you on the other side. 

Claire and the team x

Planning your dream wedding can be all-consuming and a lot of time, energy and money goes into making it just right.

Understandably, then, it can feel difficult when it’s all over. No more conversations about wedding dresses, choosing decorations or picking out rings; instead, it’s just back to life as usual. While you’ll no doubt be excited to start this new chapter of your lives, it’s common for couples to feel a little flat after the festivities have concluded. This feeling is termed ‘the post-wedding blues’, and is very normal.

But how can you manage this complex emotion, and ensure you’re starting married life with a sense of happiness? In this post, we share our top tips for managing the post-wedding blues.

Your wedding day is a special occasion, and every little detail matters. From the dress to the flowers and everything in between, every detail should be perfect, including your hairstyle. Once you’ve chosen a dreamy style for your luscious locks, choosing the right hair accessories can add the perfect finishing touches, elevating your overall look and leaving you feeling like the most beautiful bride. In this blog we’ll take a look at some of the most popular bridal hair accessories available at laceandfavour.com which are sure to leave you feeling inspired and excited for your special day.

We are thrilled to announce another pre-loved wedding boot fayre. This time, we’ve moved to an even bigger venue with more stalls! 

Discover hundreds of pre-loved wedding items for sale in one place, and shop directly from newlyweds and small businesses. There’s no other event quite like it. In fact, it’s believed to be the only wedding boot fayre in the region. I know, we can’t believe it either! 

DIY weddings are on the rise, and more and more people are sourcing their own wedding items, so this is the perfect event for the thrifty and budget savvy couples. Plus, meet a range of wedding specialists on hand to help with the remaining plans for your day.

We adore being a part of the recycling and eco-friendly culture. We also love that this event provides couples with the opportunity to save money and discover the unexpected. 

So, join us at Blakemere Craft Centre on Sunday 19th May 2024 and shop for your wedding. 

Entry is £2 per person (free for under 16’s). 

Or, upgrade to VIP and get early access for just £5. You’ll be able to browse and buy 30 minutes before general admission. 

Interested in selling your wedding items? Please contact claire@bouquetandbells.com for more information.