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CORE BRAND VALUES

*Inspirational *Informative *Condent *Exciting *Individual *Intelligent *Positive *Friendly

A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

hat a wonderful time to be joining as the new editor of Wedding magazine! With readership and print sales at an all-time high not only is Wedding the most exciting magazine in the wedding market right now, its also one of the most dynamic, upmarket glossies on the news-stands. Im delighted to be on board and can give my assurance that my team and I will be bringing Wedding to a whole new phase and want you along with us! With a heritage of over 25 years, Wedding magazine has learned to adapt and change with the times. We know our reader inside out and understand what she wants for her wedding day. A multi-platform brand, also publishing sister title, Wedding Flowers & Accessories and with online and social media presence like no other, we consistently strive to be ahead of the curve, always bringing our readers new ideas they havent seen elsewhere. Our presence at all of the leading trade shows, along with reader events and our relationships with top bloggers mean I have constant feedback from consumers and can absorb and distill the information we receive daily to ensure were always at the top of our game. Wedding is where the future of bridal is at. I hope youll join us for what promises to be exciting times ahead.

Ciara Elliott, editor

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Key editorial pillars

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WHAT THE KEY PLAYERS SAY:

STeWArT PARVIN, ROYAL DRESS DESIGNER Wedding magazine is a market leader in terms of quality of editorial, client support and the high standards that are maintained throughout the magazine. A high percentage of the clients we have result from the advertising we take with Wedding magazine and we are happy to work with them. SUsI ROGOL, EDITOr OF INDUsTrY TrADe TITLe, BrIDAL BUYer Wedding is one of those rarities that makes a difference. Clear in the direction it wants to travel, prepared to take risks, determined to deliver, Wedding has avoided the obvious and forged its own, distinctive personality based on thorough knowledge of the market and an understanding of each readers mindset. Weddings expertise is apparent on every page; it is a pleasure to read. HeLeN BUTLer, MArKeTING mANAGer, OCeAN meDIA Wedding magazine is an integral part of the marketing mix for the National Wedding Show. We receive fantastic support from the editorial team, who realise our ambitions. I would strongly reccommend Wedding magazine we have worked with them for 15 years and they constantly deliver. RUsseLL BLACKbUrN, UPmArKeT brIDAL bOUTIQUe OWNer I have regularly used Wedding magazine to advertise my business to brides planning their big days. Wedding magazine reaches the readers that buy my gowns and continually brings me new brides coming into the market. The fashion editorial is a great source of response for me as my dresses are shot regularly by the fashion team. All in all, its been a marriage made in heaven!

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An intro to everything new from the latest photoshoots from the hottest talents, to designer gowns from the international catwalks. Also featuring the newest on-trend wedding themes, must-read shopping pages and exclusive reports from leading bridal bloggers.

Whats inside

ReaL WeDDiNGS

The most inspiring ideas from the most beautiful celebrations. Each wedding is hand-picked to appeal to the different tastes and diversity of Wedding readers.

ALL ABOUT YOU!

Top money-saving tips from the Wedding team, planning and relationship advice for the happy couple, plus revealing quizzes and easy ways to plan a wedding.

THe pLaNNer

The definitive guide to organising a wedding day, complete with comprehensive timelines from the engagement, through the build-up to the big day and the honeymoon.

HoNeYMooNS

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Receptions

All the finishing touches a bride could ever need fabulous flowers, amazing cakes, favours for all budgets, styling advice and savvy shopping tips.

Beauty

The Wedding Beauty Awards featuring our expert panel of beauty industry experts, the Masterclass a celebritys look recreated for readers, product reviews and the latest bridal hairstyles.

Fashion

The best fashion stories in the wedding industry, showcasing a wide range of dresses for every bride and every budget, plus stylish groomswear and on-trend looks for bridesmaids.

The Wedding reader

Our 20-34 ABC1 reader knows what she wants for her wedding day and expects her favourite magazine to offer her a myriad of ideas for the most glamorous event of her life. She is passionate about the all-important details, from the smallest diamant hairclip to the view from her honeymoon balcony. The Wedding reader wants our insider knowledge to make her wedding sensational yet achievable, with affordable glamour being her ultimate aim. She knows all eyes are on her for that one special day in her life, and this is her big chance to step out in confidence and be remembered for all the right reasons. Wedding magazine is the only inspirational glossy for the ABC1 brideto-be

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