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Just because you've set enough budget aside to cater for 100 guests, doesn't necessarily mean you need to invite that many. If you decide to halve that or even cut it down to a third for the same budget, you'd be looking at quality over quantity. For so many of us food tells a story and is a crucial part of any wedding day, so if it's the area you've both chosen to prioritise you really could go all out!

Jo Cranston at Queen & Whippet (https://queeandwhippet.com) has a great example: “Our head chef and co-owner Pete can custom-design a menu with a high level of detail and intricacy. We ask our couples to think of food they've enjoyed together on travels, at important moments such as what they ate on their first date, and what favourites they share. Pete will incorporate elements of these memories into a bespoke, playful and refined menu that encourages interactivity and conversation, like the seven-course tasting menu we created for a recent cultural fusion wedding for 10 guests. Every dish was designed to be a tale unfolding, reflecting the couple's shared story and personal tastes. They chose to reference how well they knew their guests, incorporating the preferences of their friends and family through favourite drinks choices. Additionally, some complex dietary requirements were considered so every guest felt included. With all diners at one table, Pete was able to introduce every course, detailing the inspiration, method and ingredients, which added a theatrical and fun element."

For more inspiration and advice on intimate weddings, check out the Oct/Nov23 issue, free to download at www.yourbristolsomerset.wedding/free-download

The UK is brimming with creativity, inspiration, arts and innovation but Bristol has been named the number one must-see for creative types. Aura Print (aura-print.com/uk) ranked the most creative and artistic UK cities, taking into the account the number of art galleries, museums, theatres, comedy clubs, and street art, as well as the top universities for art and design courses and this was the conclusion they reached. So, if you're looking for a city that's thriving with culture, arts and creativity, look no further than our beloved Bristol.
Bristol is one of the leading UK cities for street art, boasting more than 153k Instagram posts capturing the colourful streets of the city. With sites and events such as The Mild Mild West, an early Banksy mural, to Upfest, Europe's largest street art and graffiti festival, you'll never be short of a perfect culture moment to shower you with inspiration, or of a memorable wedding-day photo backdrop. The vibrant streets of Bristol are not the only spots for creatives to take in the local artistry, there's also 27 art galleries, 15 theatres and eight comedy clubs to immerse yourself in.
With all of the showstopping real weddings and shoots we get to feature in Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding, we reckon the creative flair of the city has rubbed off on its couples and talented wedding suppliers!

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There's an emerging trend that we love where brides are switching up their look from afternoon to evening, and real bride Hannah did so in style!

Straight after their first dance, she went upstairs with her bridesmaids and hair stylist Amy from Revive to get her hair chopped! She'd been growing it out for months and wanted to get it cut before their honeymoon, so she thought this was the perfect opportunity! As you can imagine, there was much fun and laughter in the bathroom while getting it done.

When she came back down everyone was shocked and absolutely loved her new hair and dress. She'd decided to change too as she wanted the day to be formal and the evening to have a major party vibe.

Find out more about the big day in the Oct/Nov23 issue of Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding, FREE to download now at www.yourbristolsomerset.wedding/free-download