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T H E B E S T T I T L E I N T H E C O U N T Y
Love & WeddingsIt’s our ‘Get Hitched’ special!
Jason Donovan
on Kylie, love and life
Peter Jameson love instead of murder
Joe McGann
an actor’s life
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Fashion
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WEDDING SPECIAL
This month we’re jam packed with wedding
content from front to back, so whether you’re
after fashion, food or culture, we hope you
enjoy our loving twist.
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JASON DONOVAN
The 80s heartthrob is setting
off on his Ten Good Reasons
& Greatest Hits tour this
month and Daniel White sat
down with him ahead of his
Sussex show.
PETER JAMES
Fashion expert Fal Blake
caught up with crime author
Peter James to discuss his
wedding, writing, love and
much more.

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Ed’s letter
Our first issue of 2016 and stage one of our
redesign is here. And what better way to
launch a new look than with an issue filled
with the hopes and dreams for new lives
together? We’ve had such fun putting this
issue together, working with creatives from
all walks of the wedding world, as well as
photographers, venues and of course lots
of happy couples. Our wedding special
is crammed full of happy, joyful images,
reminding us as winter finally starts to
leave us that there are brighter, happier
days ahead.
As we move forward into this year, our
plans for expansion are starting to take
hold, and you’ll soon be able to hear our
podcasts and watch more films on our Title
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people love a real 3D magazine to hold
and read, but we also know that sound
and vision is vital for a media company.
It’s really exciting working on this, and it’s
something we’ll be able to offer our clients
too. So as well as our dedicated print and
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provide great videos and transmissions for
them too.
Enjoy this issue – it’s full of love and light.
Roll on the longer days!
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Issue 7. February/March 2016
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1.TOP THAT!
2.YOGA BABESBeen all over the web this month – ‘is yoga enough to
keep you fit?’ We think so. But also we love some of the
bright new yoga and fit kit on the market at the moment.
TK Maxx blue
abstract print
leggings £19.99
Missy Empire
unity plain coral
off the shoulder
bodysuit £11.49
Next fluro tech
jacket £30
Zalando pink
sports bra £30
Very Western style
suedette hat £20
Very Western style
suedette hat £20
Lookagain.co.uk
trilby hat £55
Accessorize circle cut
out floppy £20
Phase Eight Gemma
feather detail hat £89
Orsay Mütze £9.99
New Look Brown
Faux Fur Cossack
Hat £12.99
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See some art. Mother’s Day is the last
chance to enjoy Petworth’s exhibition
of 50 masterpieces, many never seen
before. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/
petworth-house
3.STUFF TO DO
2016 lays before us like new powder on
the slopes. What will you do with your
next month?
Get married. British Airways i360 will
host its first wedding at 450 feet above
Brighton Beach in September 2016.
Drink whiskey at new night, The Whisky
Affair, £10 on 20 February, Brighton.
www.thewhiskeyaffair.co.uk
Drink beer and cider! 26th Sussex Beer
& Cider Festival to be held at the Corn
Exchange, Brighton 17-19 March.
www.sussexbeerfestival.co.uk
Get excited about vegan stuff. Europe’s
prime vegan festival VegfestUK returns
to the Brighton Centre on February
27-28. www.brighton.vegfest.co.uk
S U S S E X N O T E S #title2016
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4.THE BRIGHTON & HOVE FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVALBack with its first outing of 2016 this Easter weekend, the Big Sussex Market hits New Road in front of the Theatre Royal on
Good Friday and Easter Saturday, 25-26 March, featuring around 40 local producers, street foods and restaurateurs showcasing
great food and drink. Easter Monday sees the welcome return of the Rockinghorse Children’s Easter Egg hunt in Royal Pavilion
Gardens from 11am - 2pm. Little ones will complete fun challenges and win handfuls of tasty chocolate eggs, whilst raising
money for the Royal Alexander Children’s Hospital. The Easter weekend also sees the launch of this year’s Brighton & Hove
Food and Drink Awards. Get your votes in!
The food festival’s Spring Harvest is just around the corner too with 12 days of delicious food and drink events happening across
the city and surrounding county from 19-30 May. We’ll bring you more information nearer the time but expect Food Lab with
chefs including Michael Bremner (64 Degrees) and Matt Gillan (The Pass), a Sussex Wine Bus Tour, two gala dinners at Jeremy’s
Restaurant in Borde Hill, and an Indian banquet at Hotel du Vin with Curry Leaf Café. The highlight of the Spring Harvest is
always the Sussex & The World Weekend on Hove Lawns (28-30 May) featuring the market, Live Food Show, Children’s Food
Festival, Taste of Sweden, Taste of Guernsey, Beach BBQ Cook Off, English Wine Week Festival, Laithwaites Wine Festival, Beer
& Cider Festival and lots more. Entrance to all of the major Sussex & the World Weekend activities on Hove Lawns is free.
For more details visit www.brightonfoodfestival.com
5.BLINK AND YOU’LL MISS ITDive down the rabbit hole thisValentine’s weekend for an unforgettable
immersive feast of the senses with the Blink Experience. Kick off at the
masquerade ball of light where you will be able to warm by an open
fire and mingle with fellow guests whilst enjoying a complimentary glass of a secret champagne cocktail, before being blindfolded
and led you to your seat in the dining room. You will then be served a delicious three course meal created specifically to tantalise
your taste buds.
Expect the unexpected during your meal as their guides and poetic compere navigate you on a journey into a bizarre and
adventurous world of hilarity, human connection and sensory awakening. You will feel your body come to life as you let go and
engage in your environment through sound, smell, touch, taste and potentially much more. You will end your experience with a
third and final chapter that they lovingly refer to as ‘The Awakening’. This, apparently, is the really fun bit and that is all we know on
the matter. You can then retire to the bar to reflect and enjoy a drink or three.
The Blink Experience
Stanmer House, 13-14 February
www.theblinkexperience.com

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6.SUSSEX JEWELLERSAll this talk of weddings has made us think about bling, and
we don’t mean just rings. Sussex is full of some great jewellers
– we’re liking these three sites for a really good range of
different items…
James Ross Jewellers, Hove
Generations of expertise, and a great range
of Rolex watches
www.jamesrossjewellers.com
Pressleys Jewellers,
Worthing and Chichester
Loving the Pandora
collections at these stores
www.pressleys.co.uk
Sorrel Bay Jewellery, Sussex
Individual craftsmanship and Fairtrade gold
www.sorrelbay.com
7.MAKING OF
MAKING OF A
MURDERERIf like us you’re all totally hooked on
this Netflix special, you should lay your
hands on this book. The Innocent Killer is
a behind the scenes look at the case by
Michael Griesbach, a veteran prosecutor
from Wisconsin. Griesbach workd on the
case to overturn Steven Avery’s original
rape conviction – he was deputy DA at
the time and testified against his own
colleagues. This is straight from the
horse’s mouth. In bookshops across
Sussex from 4 Feb.
The Innocent Killer £7.99
Windmill paperback

8.CHIP THAT DOGAs of 6 April this year, it will now be law to get your dog
microchipped. If a puppy is not microchipped within eight
weeks of its birth owners are given a 21 day notice to get
their dog chipped, after which they will receive a £500 fine.
Microchipping is a quick procedure in which a small chip,
about the size of a grain of rice, is injected between a dog’s
shoulder blades. Each tiny chip has its own number, which
relates to the contact details of the owner.This information
is stored on an approved database and the microchip can
be scanned by local authorities and veterinary clinics if
necessary. Great if your dog decides to go AWOL too.
To support this, Heath Veterinary Clinic, in Burgess Hill and
Hurstpierpoint are offering a special deal, offering dog
microchipping for only £10 up until 6 April. So no excuses!
www.heathvets.com
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9.TOP SPOT FOR
SUSSEX INTERNThis is Freya Ward, who completed a Level 2 Marketing Apprenticeship
at Napier Partnership Limited in Chichester in September 2015.
During her apprenticeship she entered the National Apprenticeship
Awards in the Intermediate ‘Apprentice of the Year’ category, and in
September won the South East Regional heat! She was then shortlisted
in the National finals where she went on to receive a National Highly
Commended Award, and even got invited to a drinks reception at
Number 10, where she met the Prime Minister.
The Awards were judged on her contribution to the apprenticeship at
Napier. Napier had never hired an apprentice before, it is now a large
part of their recruitment strategy. But she also shone because of her
contribution to her fellow apprentices, and off the back of this Freya is
planning to launch The Apprentice Ambassador Network in March. This
lady is destined for great things.

10.WIN!! VIP TICKETS TO
FOODIES FESTIVAL BRIGHTON
The Foodies Festival returns to Hove Lawns for a bank holiday
feast 30 April - 2 May, and we have three pairs of VIP tickets to
giveaway so you enjoy a taste-bud-tingling day out with friends.
Start your VIP day with a welcome glass of bubbly before visiting
the Artisan Market, where you can shop and sample from over
120 award-winning producers. Then feast on flavours from
around the world on the Street Food Avenue - there’s a special
focus on Brazilian food in celebration of the Olympic host’s
cuisine, with traditional Brazilian BBQ, cocktails and coffees.
Enjoy priority entry to food and drink masterclasses including
the Chef’s Theatre, where you can watch top local chefs and
famous faces cooking live, and pick up tips and recipes from
healthy living experts as they prepare lip-smacking superfood
and feel good food dishes.
Relax in the Drinks Theatre with rum, champagne, gin and
craft beer masterclasses, or challenge your taste buds with
a blindfolded whisky tasting, or visit the Cake & Bake Theatre
where Great British Bake Off champion Nadiya Hussain and
baking extraordinaire Charlotte White showcase delicious
summer cakes that will inspire you to reach for your whips and
spatulas at home.
After a day of feasting and fun, relax in the exclusive VIP area with
private bar and refreshments, and soak in the atmosphere with
live music from the Entertainment Stage and a refreshing cocktail
from the Giant Pimm’s Teapot or Captain Morgan Mojito Ship.
If you’re still hungry, there’s always the Bug-Eating and Chill-
Eating competitions to take part in!
To win one of three pairs of VIP tickets please email
dan@titlemedia.co.uk with the heading FOODIES, and tell us the
most unusual thing you’ve ever eaten! Closing date 31 March
2016, prizes not transferable.
www.foodiesfestival.com
COMPETITION
TIME

WHAT
The red carpet was rolled
out at the Odeon Brighton
for an exclusive gala charity
screening of ‘Star Wars: The
Force Awakens’ before a
VIP reception
WHERE
The Hilton Brighton
Metropole
WHEN
Thursday 18 December
WHY
Over £1,300 was raised at
this special event for the two
biggest children’s charities
in the city, Chestnut Tree
House Children’s Hospice
and The Rockinghorse
Appeal
Photos: Graham Franks
WHAT WE LOVED
The long-awaited return of
Star Wars!
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Pam Rose was in the first
Star Wars film portraying
Leesub Sirln
A young Darth Vader, John Heal,
meets the paps on the red carpet
Philip Stewart with Juice 107.2
presenter Talia French
Usherettes Tatiana and Megan
Adam and Sam cross light sabres with the
Chestnut Tree House team
Analiese Doctrove and the
team from Rockinghorse
Juice 107.2 ticket winners Amber
Sulaiman, Jasmine Bendell, Stuart
and Amanda Digby

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and your own dedicated events organiser, there can be no more fitting a stage as you glide
elegantly from ceremony to wedding breakfast and beyond.
Join us for our Wedding Fayre where you can view a large range of local exhibitors and meet our dedicated events team.
SUNDAY 28TH
FEBRUARY 12PM – 4PM
FREE ADMISSION AND ENJOY A COMPLIMENTARY GLASS OF FIZZ ON ARRIVAL
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An actor’s
life for me
Each month Joe McGann explores the ups and
downs of an actor’s life
“In performance, an actor who does
not listen to or truthfully communicate
with the rest of the cast will pull focus;
even the greatest of plays will be
diminished by such onanism.”
Trust me, I’m an actor.
As a teenager, when I first expressed my desire to be an actor, the most
common response was that I should consider a ‘proper job’ instead.
Even now, 40 years later, my reply to the enquiry ‘and what do you do’
most often elicits a response of mild pity,or worse,a horrified,muttering
withdrawal of the enquiring party lest they be bored senseless, left with
the bill, or suffer some drunken molestation.
I can think of few other professions which suffer such a universal,clichéd
and wildly inaccurate reputation. I understand, of course, that clichés
don’t evolve without a grain of truth, but my experience is that the
huge majority of people in my profession couldn’t be more different
and I shall try, in this column, to illustrate that the skillsets (to borrow an
HR buzzword) required to make a living in this honourable profession
are more deserving of respect than derision, and at the same time, try
to give you the skinny on what the job truly entails
To begin, let’s deal with the notion of the actor’s over inflated self-
obsession. Acting is different from being, say, a musician, artist or writer
in that as a general rule, you cannot practice your craft alone. Learning
lines is for the most part a solo grind, but then we need other actors,
stage management, directors, wardrobe – and of course an audience.
In short, it’s a team game, and I’ve seen otherwise talented people fall
away from the profession because they didn’t grasp this simple fact. In
performance, an actor who does not listen to or truthfully communicate
with the rest of the cast will pull focus, and so distort any sense of the
convention of a believable world onstage; even the greatest of plays
will be diminished by such onanism, and at worst it just becomes a
bore-fest. To be a working actor one needs good people skills.
Admittedly, this can be tricky. Rehearsal rooms can sometimes be full
of attitude, and the clashing of cheekbones can be heard down the
street as the insecure and needy try to thrust themselves forward. And
I’m not saying that all successful actors have no ego; it’s certainly true
that a healthy sense of self is required in order to
play the less showy but integral parts of any script.
‘They also serve who only stand with spears’, you
might say. Even a burning desire to be the best
you can be, while admirable in many ways, needs
to be tempered with the ability to recognise and
execute what is best for the job. If you’re in it solely
for yourself,be prepared for bitter disappointment.
You’ll not be asked back.
Thisbalancedsenseof self isalsovitalif you’regoing
to weather the enormous amount of rejection all
actors experience. It doesn’t matter to anyone that
you believe with all your heart that you were born
to play the part or that – in X-Factor parlance – you
know that this is the life-changing opportunity you
and your mum have always known would be yours.
As an example, I’ve lost more than one job for being
too tall to pair with the actress playing opposite me;
it’s frustrating but understandable. There’s never
going to be the time/money to dig a trench every
time they need to fit us both into a two-shot. We
learn to accept it, process the disappointment,
and prepare ourselves for the next opportunity.
These constant lessons in life promote a healthy
pragmatism and keep us away from the all-too-
common modern notion that simply by wanting
something enough, we will cause its manifestation.
The people in my profession who have learned
these lessons are among the most well rounded
and capable people I know, and so vastly different
from the clichéd view of the actor as to be the
polar opposite. I’m not embarrassed to say that I’m
rarely happier than in the company of others in my
profession,playing make believe,which for 35 years
has been my proper job, my education and, more
than once, my salvation. Which is another story.
Pass me my fedora and cane, and I’ll see you next
issue.
T: @JosephMcGann
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Sylvia’s Kitchen
Inspired by her mother
Sylvia, Liz Chatfield runs
Sylvia’s Kitchen, cake
bakers of the highest
quality that specialise in
stunning wedding cakes.
@sylviaskitchen
www.sylviaskitchen.co.uk
Mindy Weiss
Based out in Beverly Hills, Mindy Weiss
is an event planner that oversees some
of the biggest and most extravagant
weddings from LA’s rich and famous
A-list, posting some simply stunning
shots on her account.
@mindyweiss
www.mindyweiss.com
McQueens Flowers
London florists McQueens are globally
recognised for their spectacular flower
arrangements and offer tips and tricks as well
as beautiful photography of their wedding
bouquets and more.
@mcqueensflowers
www.mcqueens.co.uk
Fross Wedding Collections
Straight out of Uckfield, Sussex, Fross Wedding
Collections stock wedding gowns from some of the
world’s top designers and post stunning photos
from in store, on the catwalk or at the big day.
@frossweddingcollections
www.frossweddingcollections.co.uk
How He Asked
A wedding blog
dedicated to bringing
you images, videos
and more from the
moment the question
was popped. Warning -
this account is bound to
make you cry tears of joy!
@howheasked
www.howheasked.com
An Insta Wedding
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We all need a little inspiration from time to time and with so much to think about in
the build up to your big day, a bit of creative influence can help in so many ways.
That’s why we’ve decided to put together our favourite wedding-themed Instagram
accounts from Sussex to Los Angeles to help inspire your perfect wedding.
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Weddings around the WorldAge-old traditions, lucky charms, all-out costumes and
bombastic venues… We must be talking weddings.
Charlotte Horlock had a wander round the globe and
picked out six wedding ceremonies from different cultures
that embrace the wild and wonderful…
Indian
In Indian culture, marriage symbolises not
just the sacred union of two individuals,
but two families. Months before the
ceremony, the families meet to perform
rituals and to present the bride and
groom with a stack of OTT gifts. Further
pre-wedding ceremonies include the
Haldi, a relaxing hot bath during which
turmeric (Haldi), oil and water is applied
to both the bride and groom (although
naughtiness is strictly forbidden until
wedding night), and the Mehendi, where
the bride’s hands and feet are painted
with gorgeous Henna patterns. On the
day of the wedding, the bride dolls up in
a sari or a lehenga, decorated with gold
and silver embroidery. The groom makes
his entrance on a horse or sometimes
an elephant. The final moments of the
ceremony are the most poignant, as the
bride will say goodbye to her family and
leave to live with her husband. With so
much colour, vibrancy, food and fun, an
Indian wedding is truly a festival in itself!
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1.

Chinese
A Chinese wedding ceremony involves a fair amount of prep, too. It’s all
down to a fortune-teller to predict whether the marriage will be a success,
based on the bride and groom’s full names and their zodiac animals (fingers
crossed it’s not the year of the rat.) The bride is expected to bond with her in-
laws long in advance by making them tea and helping them with the chores.
At the wedding ceremony, the bride will wear a red skirt, as the Chinese
believe red foreshadows delight. Music and firecrackers mark the arrival of
the groom (or sedan) at the wedding place. The bride will then be led along
a swanky red carpet before vows are exchanged, their emphasis on loyalty
and looking after one another, especially in sickness and poverty. The lucky
couple get to retreat to their bridal chamber while guests submit to the toasts
and speeches part. Wine is poured to the brim of a cup but mustn’t spill over.
These traditions have been maintained for thousands of years, but in recent
years (especially after the founding of modern China), people have tended to
discard some of the details and embrace more simple ways.
Japanese
The Japanese are renowned for that magical bride every little girl dresses up as, at some stage
in their lives. Before the ceremony (or shinzen shiki), the rehearsal takes place, during which the
bride’s mother lowers the veil for her daughter, signifying the last act that a mother can do before
giving her child away. Traditionally, the Japanese bride is then painted white from head to toe,
declaring her maiden status to the Gods. She has two choices of headgear: one, the watabōshi,
a white hood, and the other, the tsunokakushi, serving to hide her ‘horns of jealousy.’ On a less
intense level, it also symbolises the bride’s intention to become a gentle and obedient wife. The
ceremony is held at a Shinto shrine, and the father of the bride, as in Western ceremonies, walks
his daughter down the aisle. Recently though, a Western-style wedding has become the choice
of many couples in Japan, and these are generally held in a modest little chapel or hotel.
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Russian
A Russian wedding lasts between two
days and a week packed with singing,
dancing, drinking and toasts. Once the
groom arrives at the venue, he must pay
a ransom for the bride (a term in Russian
known as vykup nevesty.) The groom will
usually give jewellery, before the bride’s
parents bring out a woman (or man) that
is not the actual bride but dressed up
like one, covered in a veil so the groom
can’t see the face. If you haven’t already
guessed, these guys are pretty big on
comedy. The ceremony is held in a
church and is divided into two parts: the
Betrothal and the Crowning. During the
Betrothal, the priest blesses the couple
and presents them with lighted candles
– exciting for about five minutes. This is
followed by the exchanging of the crowns,
and these babies are as colourful as they
come. In the past, the couple would wear
their wedding crowns for eight days,
but now they are removed at the end of
the service. Phew. And as if that wasn’t
enough, look out for the ‘bread and salt’
tradition. In the old days, the groom’s
mother presented the couple with bread
and salt at the groom’s family house when
the bride moved in to live. Nowadays, as
a rule, the bread and salt ritual takes place
right there in the wedding.
4.

Scottish
This is the one wedding where the groom really makes
an impression. Since the 16th Century, the kilt has been
the traditional – and sexy – dress of men and boys in the
Scottish Highlands. At a Scottish wedding, the groom will
wear his kilt, sometimes coupled with a dagger. And yes,
it’s true, a true Scotsman won’t put on underwear. All Scots
believe in good-luck charms, and when better to seize
one of these than on your wedding day? A sixpence in the
bride’s shoe or a sprig of white heather in the bouquet
are long-standing traditions in Aberdeenshire and Angus.
The ‘Wedding Scramble’ is also said to bring the couple
fortune. As the bride steps into the car, her father will throw
a handful of coins for the children to collect. After the
ceremony, the Scottish Quaich (pictured below) or ‘Loving
Cup’ will be passed round for the wedding party to sip. This
is a two-handled silver bowl filled with whisky, usually by
the bride. Scottish weddings are all about fun, frolic, dance
and beer. Lots of beer.
5.

Greek
Think sand, sea, sunshine and Mamma
Mia. We’ve added a Greek wedding in
at number six for its postcard setting
and quirky traditions. If you’re getting
married in Greece, the whole town will
know about it and expect to be invited.
Before the ceremony, the bride lists all
the names of her unmarried girlfriends
on the sole of her right shoe. Sounds a
bit degrading, but there’s a method to
the madness. At the end of the night,
the names of the girls that have rubbed
off are said to be the next to get married
– better than haphazardly throwing a
bouquet and watching it get torn apart
by your drunken girlfriends, right? Taking
the term ‘groomsman’ literally on his
wedding day, the groom’s best man (or
koumbaros) becomes his barber when he
shaves off his beard. On the bright side,
the groom’s new mother-in-law will feed
him honey and almonds, symbolising
her affection and generosity. Greece is
renowned for its backdrop of gorgeous
sandy beaches and white houses, and
weddings here are nothing short of
magnificent.
6.

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RENEW YOUR HAIR
WITH NUYU HAIR
Daniel White caught up with the founders of NuYu Hair
Rebeca Aparicio and Marianna Angeli
What is NuYu Hair?
NuYu Hair Ltd is a British-owned independent and bespoke hair
brand offering products such as ¾ hairpieces and clip-in fringes of
a deluxe quality.
How did NuYu Hair begin?
We have collectively used hairpieces for over 15 years. Frustrated
with the need to wear two hairpieces at a time to achieve the desired
full bodied look, NuYu Hair was born out of a desire to create a
range of hairpieces which could create the desired look in under
five minutes.
What sets you apart from the competition?
With the UK hairpiece market flooded with poor quality, low heat
resistant and limited colour palettes, NuYu Hair is set to offer the
closest match to human hair in colour and weight, at a fraction of
the price of real hair extensions, with a scientifically tested hair fibre.
Offering a deluxe weight of 300-400g, they’ll enable women to style
their hairpiece as desired to a maximum heat of 180 degrees.
Who are these for?
Gone are the days where hairpieces were only the choice of TV stars
and celebrities. Now, women of all ages from professionals seeking a
quick evening hair-do, mums on the school run, to those in recovery
from chemotherapy, are driving a new direction in the market which
NuYu Hair is seeking to serve.
Are these suitable for a wedding day?
NuYu hairpieces are suitable for a bride’s big day as they are cost
effective and also less damaging than hair extensions, leaving the
bride to focus her budget elsewhere.
How easy are the hairpieces to use?
All NuYu hairpieces are really simple to use and can take less than
five minutes. They have four strategically placed clips and a wide
toothcomb that position onto the scalp to ensure a comfortable yet
stable hold to the hair. You can find a video tutorial on how to attach
the hairpieces at www.nuyu-hair.com/video-tutorials/
How can I use them as the trends change?
We have over thirty colours in our colour palette to keep up to date
with the current trends. Our hairpieces are so versatile that they can
be styled and cut so can be used as the trends change.
How can people get hold of your hairpieces?
Our hairpieces are available to buy at www.nuyu-hair.com
MYTH BUSTERS
- Hairpieces are expensive – False. NuYu
hairpieces start from £39.99.
- They always look synthetic – Wrong again.
NuYu Hair is made from a fine scientifically
tested fibre to replicate human hair.
- It’s only one look - Not true. The hair is heat
resistant up to 180 degrees enabling you to
style it and even straighten it. When you wash
it, it goes back to how it was before.
- They’re hard to use - Untrue. They’re very easy
to attach and take off on your own all within
five minutes.
- It will damage your hair like extensions can –
Incorrect. It doesn’t damage your hair at all.
See Title’s Frida Clementz wearing her
Nu Yu Hair piece on page 4
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BEAUTIFUL BRIDAL
LOOKS FOR 2016
To celebrate our wedding special we
teamed up with 7two9 photography,
hair stylist Melodie Pope and MUA Alex
Crown to try out four looks straight from
the SS16 catwalk bridal trends
Photographer: 7two9 Photography, www.7two9.com
Hair: Melodie Pope, Shoreham Hair Lounge,
www.facebook.com/ Melodie Shoreham Hairlounge
Quote ‘Title Wedding’ for a surprise gift on all wedding hair bookings
Makeup: Alex Crown, www.alexcrownmakeup.co.uk
Makeup assistant: Sofaya Hussein, Headblush MUA
Models: Alexandra E. Chrantz, and Maika Smith from MK Models

ALEXANDRA
Melodie Pope (hair stylist): Softly blow-dried to create body and
volume to fine, highlighted hair, with small detail at the back
designed to disguise the tiara ends and to place small flowers for
elegant detail.
Products - mousse applied dry and blow-dried bouncy, setting
each section to allow stronger volume. A fine but strong hairspray
was used to secure position of the hair, none-sticky.
Alex Crown (MUA): Here I focussed on accentuating Alexandra’s
big beautiful blue eyes by sweeping a light dusky pinky rose-
coloured eye shadow across the lids and added a little on lower
lashes too, followed by lashings of (waterproof) mascara. For the
foundation I used Chanel’s Vitalumiere in shade 20 and for the
cheeks, I added a cream blush to keep the look fresh and modern.
I added a glowing highlight on top of her cheekbones and gently
contoured Alexandra’s cheeks with a bronzy blush. Eyebrows were
lightly filled and as Alexandra had such naturally rosy red lips I just
added a touch of Chanel Wild Rose lip gloss
Makeup Tip: Add a pop of shimmery champagne-coloured eye
shadow in inner V corner of eye as this helps open them up.
Tiara £115, Catherine Francis Bridal Boutique
Flowers, The Brighton Flower Company

MAIKA
Melodie Pope (hair stylist): While going with the natural curl of the hair, soft curls
were designed to enhance the Afro hair and allow the natural strength of it hold
them in - pinning one side with a flower gently allows the bride to enhance any
colour scheme they choose for their special day and connect the two together.
Products - serum was applied evenly to the hair and small sections were curled
with a light hairspray being used on each section. Serum was used once curls
were cool to break up the corkscrew effect.
Alex Crown (MUA): For Maika I used a Bobbi Brown cream foundation stick in just
the areas needed to even out her skin. I then added a light champagne-coloured
eye shadow across the lids and applied a thin gel liner on the upper lids close to
the lash line to accentuate Maika’s beautiful eyes. Black mascara was then added,
with a highlighter on top of cheekbones, down the centre of the nose and on the
Cupid’s bow and inner corner of eye. Her eyebrows were filled in slightly and
groomed using a fine pencil by Mac. For the lips, I mixed a Mac coral lipstick with
some gloss to keep the look simple but elegant.
Makeup Tip: Just be careful not to get a highlighter that’s too glittery for the skin,
as this can look unnatural in daylight.
Sparkly veil £120, Catherine Francis Bridal Boutique

ALEXANDRA
Melodie Pope (hair stylist): A soft French plait around the
front of the head brings attention to the face and stronger
make up can be applied; with soft, gentle barrel curls at
the back this allows the veil to be placed securely and
invisibly. A vintage sparkly comb brings a twinkle for the
bride and brings the plait and barrel curls together.
Products - mousse applied dried and bouncy curls were
blow-dried in the hair. A strong hairspray was used on
each section as the barrel curls were placed at the back.
Alex Crown (MUA): For a more modern take, I added a
beautiful cream eye shadow in a bronzy colour across the
lids and added some on the lower lash line. This gives a
modern, smoky feel that’s not too heavy and great for the
bride that wants a stronger look. For the lips, we added a
deep pink lip liner in Disco by Topshop.
Makeup Tip: Cream shadows are amazing as they are long
lasting and don’t budge - so are perfect for weddings and
so easy to apply - you can just use your fingers but I’d
recommend using a smallish brush for lower lash line.
‘Posy’ Hair comb £95 and Ribboned veil £40, Catherine
Francis Bridal Boutique

MAIKA
Melodie Pope (hair stylist): First curling the hair so that
the natural curl is enhanced, the bride then had three
separate ponytails down the back of her head. This is
great on thick hair as it allows security, which is important
to stay in place all day! Large pins were used to keep the
positioning of wrapped hair around the ponytails and hair
was secured back - this stops any unwanted frizz.
Products - Serum was applied on dry hair before curling,
to maintain no frizz and a sleek curl was enhanced. A very
light hairspray was used as the grips were placed and a
light spray around the hairline to make sure all tiny hairs
were covered. This also gives shine to Afro hair when
applied correctly.
Alex Crown (MUA): Maika has amazing lips, so a deep
plum colour was added. Topshop lip liners come in great
colours - this was called Deception.As the lips were strong
I added just a little more eyeliner using Mac’s gel liner in
‘black track’ with an angled brush. I wanted the look to be
clean and elegant and quite minimal.
Tiara £115, Catherine Francis Bridal Boutique

MARRIED TO OUR WORKWe love the fun of a photo
shoot so take a peek behind the
scenes at our wedding shoot
Words by Gemma Windham
Photographer: 7two9 Photography,
www.7two9.com
Hair: Melodie Pope, www.facebook.com/
Melodie Shoreham Hairlounge
Makeup: Alex Crown,
www.alexcrownmakeup.co.uk
Makeup assistant: Sofaya Hussein,
Headblush MUA
Models: Alexandra E. Chrantz and Maika Smith
from MK Models
www.titlesussex.co.uk30 www.titlesussex.co.uk

T
itle photo shoots are ordinarily more than a little
bit crazy, with people everywhere and runners
helping models in and out of different outfits
between shots, but this one was quite different.
This issue we have taken a break from the clothing and just
allowed hair and makeup to speak for themselves, which
made for a far more relaxed set!
On location at the 7two9 studio with Brighton-based
Swedish photographer duo Anja Barte Telin and Moa
Thörneby, the brief was to create and showcase beautiful
bridal looks to inspire our readers. Our stunning models,
Alexandra and Maika (MK Model Management) were
transformed into blushing brides with make up applied
by Alex Crown make up artist, assisted by Sofaya Hussein.
Melodie Pope from Shoreham Hair Lounge created
different looks for both models with plaits, ringlets and
soft curls and, yet again, we were reminded how incredibly
lucky we are to work with such talented and creative
people. Melodie and Alex were also patient enough to
answer endless questions from Title’s Frida and myself
about hair, make up and the vast array of products we were
itching to get our hands on.
No bridal look would be complete without flowers or
sparkle of course and we were thrilled to be able to use
accessories and veils kindly loaned by Catherine Francis
Bridal Boutique of Arundel and flowers by The Brighton
Flower Company.
We loved this shoot and in fact the only thing that was
remotely difficult was narrowing down the choice of Anja
and Moa’s images and deciding which would make the
final cut!

TELL US WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT
YOU DO I’m Michelle, born and bred
in Brighton I’ve had many careers and
done loads of travelling, but over the
last few years I‘ve established a beauty
business that I’m truly passionate about.
I focus on bridal beauty and brows.
Bridal services include hair and makeup
as well as various hen party packages.
From my home salon I have built up
a great client base for brow services,
HD brows and threading. Now I have
upped my brow game to offer the
revolutionary method of microblading!
WE’RE REALLY INTERESTED IN
THIS MICROBLADING… WHAT
IS IT?! Epibrow, microblading or
‘eyebrow embroidery’ as it is also
known, is the latest revolutionary,
freehand, feather-styling technique.
An Epibrow treatment gives a semi-
permanent natural brow look and
is unlike any other semi-permanent
makeup procedure, and unlike other
techniques, is not reliant upon natural
hair being present. This makes the
Epibrow treatment perfect for those
suffering from alopecia, trigonometric,
or any other condition that causes hair
loss (over-plucking for example).
The eyes
have iT
We like to keep our eye on new trends and we’re loving
this new microblading treatment, offering semi-permanent
eyebrows. Keep those brows on fleek baby!
HOW DOES IT WORK? Epibrow gives
the effect of ultra-fine, delicate hair
strokes that blend within the natural
brow. Using the natural landscape
of the client’s brow – whether it’s too
thin, too plucked, or patchy – this
treatment allows you to restore or
change the eyebrow shape. If the
client’s brows are gone completely,
an Epibrow treatment can re-create
an entirely new brow for them. Using
a specially designed micro-blade,
natural 3D hair strokes are placed
under the epidermis for the ultimate
tailored brow. The pigments used
in the Epibrow treatment have been
specially formulated to match the
original eyebrow in order to achieve
a natural look. This cutting edge
treatment is ideal for enhancing and
defining brows and will give the client
the brows they’ve always dreamed of;
a totally bespoke shape. We do not
use stencils.
HOW LONG DOES IT LAST? 12-18
months; but it is recommended to have
a yearly top up to keep the look fresh.
The pigments break down over time
and do not leave a stain like tattoo ink
would. Microblading is not a tattoo.
DOES IT HURT?! A scratching
sensation at the beginning can be felt
whilst anaesthetic is administered, but
this provides comfort throughout the
rest of the procedure.
CAN YOU WORK WITH ALL SHAPED
BROWS AND SKIN TONES? Of course,
the pigments I work with are ‘smart’
pigments, they blend to your skin’s
natural undertones to complement the
natural brow hairs that already exist.
The colour range can also be mixed to
match any skin undertones that exist.
FINALLY, WHAT ARE YOUR TOP
THREE TREATMENTS?! Definitely
the bridal hair and airbrush make-up
services.Alsomybridesareencouraged
to have a brow makeover with me in the
run up to the big day. Finally, hen party
pamper packages are right up there;
brides-to-be and their hens receive top
class treatments from my therapists,
including a glass of bubbly, for a true
relaxing day at their chosen location.
Chelles Belles Beauty
www.chellesbellesbeauty.com
Before
After

For enquiries or to book an appointment with the Wedding Coordinator
Call: 01273 224355 • Email: wedding@grandbrighton.co.uk • www.grandbrighton.co.uk
The Grand Brighton, 97-99 King’s Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2FW
By the sea I pledge my
love for thee
By the sea I pledge my
love for thee

GET THE PICTURE?
Add a kooky component to your big day with Photo Booth Boutique
Any event, whether it be a wedding, party or corporate event, is not complete without
photos. Whether it’s a quick refresher the morning after, a set up to a story or a chance
to reminisce years after, they are priceless once the day is in the past.
However, if iPhones aren’t your thing, disposable cameras just don’t cut the mustard
any more and you’re looking to add an eccentric touch of fun to your occasion then
Photo Booth Boutique is just the thing for you.
Based in the South of England, Photo Booth Boutique provides unique photo booths
that will capture your guests at their silliest (and wildest) moments, making sure your
wedding day is one they will never forget. The booths give an instant printed copy of
their photo and can be set to double print, so your guests have one to take away and
you can create a photo album to be treasured forever.
They can set up a standing booth with a choice of backdrops or, alternatively, you
have the option to hire their taxi photo booth. The London cab can pull up, set up and offers all
the features of a stand-alone booth, with all the added fun of clambering into the back seat of the a London taxi.
The booths offer unlimited use and instant printing which creates a top class experience from a friendly and reputable company.
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WALK AND WINE
with FIZZ ON FOOT
Avoid tradition and try Fizz on Foot’s Sussex
walking and wine tasting tours
If clubbing and karaoke seem like a hen party from hell and
a night out in fancy dress and ‘L’ plates equates your stag do
nightmare, then you’re not alone.
This ‘organised fun’ is normally too expensive and too forced
to actually enjoy yourself, however, there are alternatives.
If you want to go retro with your best friend’s last night of
freedom then why not book a ‘Walk and Wine’ tour with Fizz
on Foot?
The tours begin in the beautiful Sussex village of Alfriston
before a local walk, as Fizz on Foot managing director Ian
Shearer explains, “We take people for a walk on the beautiful
South Downs National Park, followed by wine tasting at one
of our local wine estates.”
You’ll visit a vineyard in East or West Sussex where you’ll see
first hand how the wine is produced as well as sampling the
vino before lunch on site. The evening is free to organise
your own entertainment but can also be taken care of by the
team if you wish.
“The party can be totally bespoke,” explains Ian. “So if they
want to have some dance training of Le Roc or Salsa after
the wine tasting, we can easily organise that. We can build
in anything they would especially like and we also transport
them to the venues and home afterwards!”
The tours can last from one to four days and can also include
a cruise to foreign wineries so whether you’re looking for
one more night of fun before the big day or a long weekend
break away, Fizz on Foot is trip you have to take.
For more information please visit www.fizzonfoot.com

THE WEDDING DIRECTORY
ADORLEE PHOTOGRAPHY,
CHICHESTER
Your wedding is unique and I like
your photos to be too; I create
images that are fresh, romantic,
natural, sometimes quirky, and
definitely iconic. When it comes
to shooting weddings my biggest
inspiration is LOVE!
Nicci Rhodes, Sussex Based
Wedding Photographer
www.adorlee.co.uk
hello@adorlee.co.uk
T: 01243 276435
M: 07764 595 370
COVE HAIR BRIGHTON
Our team provides services from classic to neo-
contemporary up dos and blow-drying. We begin
with a consultation to share ideas and help build the
perfect package that suits your needs. The next step
is a full trial to see what works for you and your bridal
party’s hair.
www.covehairbrighton.co.uk
bookings@covehairbrighton.co.uk
T: 01273 727923
JEREMY’S RESTAURANT,
HAYWARDS HEATH
Voted ‘7th Most Romantic
Restaurant’ by The Times, this
little gem is nestled in the
heart of West Sussex; a vibrant,
contemporary venue set within
a classic English garden. This
award-winning eatery is a
stylish and beautiful venue for
weddings, civil ceremonies
and special occasions, with
stunning food.
www.jeremysrestaurant.co.uk
reservations@jeremysrestaurant.com
T: 01444 441102
VELVET BIRDCAGE , WORTHING
Bridal, bridesmaid, prom and
evening dresses. Any colour,
any size, made to your shape
and personality. Mix and match
existing styles, or design your
own dress. Bespoke wedding
dresses from £400. Non-
pressured, fun environment!
www.velvetbirdcage.co.uk
enquiries@velvetbirdcage.co.uk
T: 01903 242234
THE NORFOLK ARMS HOTEL
Our high standards have established
us as one of the region’s best-known
wedding venues. The Norfolk
Arms Hotel, an unspoilt Georgian
Coaching Inn, is the perfect
wedding location, and our wedding
packages start from only £2,200.
www.sjhotels.co.uk/arundel
events.norfolk@sjhotels.co.uk
T: 01903 882101
TENTS’N’EVENTS,
ARUNDEL
Tents N Events
specialise in rustic
pole tents and frame
marquees for your
wedding. We can
also provide all the
furniture, lighting, flooring,
staging and rustic hire.
www.tentsnevents.co.uk
info@tentsnevents.co.uk
T: 01903 884166
M: 07900 984 594

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sparkling wine producers.
Celebrate your Wedding Day in this beautiful and
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Our fully lined marquee provides a charming, light and
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With plenty of space for dining, dancing and
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EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORYYour wedding day – whilst not necessarily being the best day of your life, despite your
expectations – is definitely going to be one of the most memorable, and the wedding
photographer sees it all. We asked some Sussex photographers to pick one of their favourite
wedding shots and tell us the story behind it…
I’ve chosen this image from Sarah
and Matt’s wedding because I love the light-hearted,
carefree feel of it, and because the combination of the car and
location on a country road as we made our way to my favourite local
wedding venue – Pangdean Barn – really captures a slice of Sussex. I think it also
really gives a sense of transition, both metaphorically from unmarried to married, and
from one part of the day’s events to another.
Sarah and Matt’s wedding was beautifully styled, meticulously planned and FUN. They were
married in a church in Hove, then I took this picture on the way to the party (with a slight detour
to take some wedding portraits at Devil’s Dyke along the way). And what a party it was! A real
highlight was the surprise singing waiters Sarah and Matt had booked, who were totally
brilliant and who got all the guests standing, laughing, clapping, cheering and singing. The
energy and warmth in the room were palpable, and that glow lasted all throughout the
reception. I love my job, and getting the opportunity to be present for moments like
those is exactly the reason why.
PhotoMadly
www.photomadly.com
07540 254583
ERIKA SZOSTAK

We had the pleasure of
documenting the wedding of Suki
and Thea. A celebration of love that was as
beautiful and colourful as the couple
were themselves.
For us a wedding is the perfect photoshoot. It’s a fashion
shoot, documentary photography and fine art project all
wrapped up in one love story. It’s always something magical
to capture someone’s special day through the lens of a
camera, and this celebration of love was no exception. It was
an amazing day and their love and happiness was
totally contagious.
7two9 Photography
www.7two9.com
07955 394620
7tw
o9 Photograp
hy

This has to be one of the most fun
weddings that I’ve photographed. Sarah and Dave are
a really chilled couple and were totally up for having a laugh during
their “bride and groom” shoot.
The reception was held at The Coach House, in the old Brighton Lanes and a very short
distance to the seafront. Brighton beach was a no-brainer for the location of the shoot and
being mid-week (with the clouds and weather forecast making me nervous) we had the whole
beach to ourselves.
We walked from Brighton Pier to the Bandstand hijacking the carousel, some deck-chairs and a boat
along the way. We flagged down the life-guard to borrow his quad bike for some shots and even posed
by another couple’s vintage wedding car that was parked in the street.
After totally losing track of the time, we had to jump in a cab to get back to the guests in time for
lunch. The rain started as we entered The Coach House but by that time nobody cared, it
was time to party!
Stef Kerswell
www.stefkerswell.com
07543 648113
STEF KERSWELL

Dave and Grace were
married at Southend Barn in
Chichester last November, and having
both worked in the theatre, I knew they would
be a lot of fun to work with, and up for anything!
I was right, it was raining on their wedding day, yet
they refused to let it stop them having amazing photos
outside in the beautiful gardens. Despite the rain, this
couple did not stop giggling. The love between these
two and the happiness they shared on their wedding
day really shows in all of their romantic portraits and
this is definitely one of my favourites.
Nicci Rhodes
www.adorlee.co.uk
01243 276435
Ado
rlee Photogra
phy

The wedding of Dee and Des
took place at the Seattle Hotel, Brighton on
Fri 2 May 2014. A fabulous day, it was very relaxed
and Dee wanted the photography to mirror this atmosphere.
Having a photojournalistic background, I like to capture candid
photos through the day, to get to the heart and soul of the couple. I try to
blend into the day rather than be pushy and feel I get very natural photos as
a result.
Dee and Des had lots of family attend, with them even providing live music to
accompany the reception. There was so much happiness and so many smiles
making for many great photos. While guests enjoyed a drink after the ceremony
I took Dee and Des to the beach to get the photo you see here. As they live
in Brighton we wanted to get some shots that took advantage of the local
surroundings – it was quite breezy, we thought we would make the most
of it by letting the confetti fly! I love this photo because it shows their
happiness while looking quite quirky.
Stephen Lawrence
www.snapitnow.co.uk
07976 504832
STEPHE
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Make Your Wedding
BLOSSOM
Choosing flowers for your big day is one of many tough dilemmas in the build up
to your wedding.
From the bridal bouquet to the corsages to the flower girls and all your floral
arrangements throughout your ceremony site, there’s plenty to consider. You can
spend days, weeks and months trawling through wedding albums, looking for the
perfect choices but to save time and money, your best bet is a trip to the Brighton
Flower Company.
The team of creative, friendly and highly skilled florists are able to give advice
on everything from how to create the perfect arrangement to the best seasonal
choices, as well as how to best care for your purchase.
Run by the team of floral experts, the shop is based on Western Road, Brighton and
offers the opportunity to walk in and see for yourself the vast variety of high quality
flowers which are sourced from a mix of local and international growers.
Whether you’re a bride on a budget or you’re looking to spend big, the specialists
at the Brighton Flower Company can put together a special package unique to you.
Just choose your theme and leave the hard work up to them.
TheydeliveracrossBrightonandHoveaswellasofferinganationalandinternational
delivery service, making sure you’re catered for no matter where you choose to
spend your big day.
So if you’re looking to take the stress out of flower arrangements or you just need
a helping hand from the experts, visit the Brighton Flower Company before you
say ‘I do’.
For more information please visit www.thebrightonflowercompany.co.uk
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT
SEASONAL FLOWERS
There are many things to take
into account when choosing
your wedding flowers. By this
stage you’ll probably have
a colour theme in mind and
almost certainly a budget to
work to. In terms of choice the
possibilities are endless, you
can source almost any flower
at any time of the year if you’re
prepared to pay for them but
the team at The Brighton Flower
Company recommend using
locally sourced seasonal flowers
to get the best value for money.
Roses are readily available all
year round and red varieties
are particularly striking in a
winter bouquet, either alone
or contrasted with white and
finished with green foliage or
berries. Spring or summer brides
may choose to opt for pastel
shades of pink or vibrant blues
and purples using tulips, peonies
and locally sourced garden
roses, whilst a striking autumnal
bouquet can be achieved with
calla lilies and marigolds.
Ensure you choose the right flowers for your
wedding day with the Brighton Flower Company

If ever there was someone better named to give you
kissable lips, Teresa Kis would take some beating. Keen
to pucker up for some Valentine smooching, Title went
along to put the Kis to the test…
Teresa Kis is currently enjoying fame as THE name for the best lips in town,
giving you the best pout without any trout. But there’s much more to her;
she is a highly qualified aesthetic treatments practitioner and qualified nurse
offering a range that includes not just lip enhancements but medical grade
peels, Botox, fillers, and even the famous ‘Vampire Facial’ – the platelet-rich
plasma therapy made famous by celebs (you know who they are!).
WHAT TO EXPECT
As with many of these treatments, there’s obviously needles involved and
so therefore there’s topical anaesthetic. Teresa goes through the treatment
with you as a consultation beforehand, not just to tell you how it works and
find out what you want, but also to really manage expectations. “I had a very
senior lady in one day,” she explains, “and I really needed to let her know
that whilst fillers could smooth out some of the lines and wrinkles, there is
a limit to the difference it can make in terms of lifting her skin. It’s important
we let clients know what the limitations are.”
“Teresa really is
an expert with the
lips. Perfect shape,
very little stinging,
no bruising… just
plumped up sexy lips”
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A KIS
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A PROFESSIONAL APPROACH
Her honesty is refreshing – there are
‘therapists’ practicing the use of dermal
fillers and Botox who are untrained and
unregulated, and it’s hard sometimes to
know if you’re in safe hands. Teresa is
not only a trained nurse, she has worked
for the clinical company that makes the
fillers, training other practitioners how
to use them, for more than 12 years. So
you’re really in the hands of a master
here. “I use Emervel,” she explains,
“because it causes very little swelling
and soreness. But also sometimes
Juvederm. I try to offer my clients the
best advice and suggest the right
treatments and products for them. I do
the backs of hands too, so they’re also
soft and plumped up. People forget the
hands. They have a youthful face, then
you see the backs of their hands...”
HOT LIPS!
OK, so we think we might have to go
back and try everything she does,
because Teresa really is an expert
with the lips. Perfect shape, very little
stinging, no bruising… just plumped
up sexy lips. We are impressed with
the results – in fact struggling even to
drag our eyes away from the mirror to
actually leave the clinic.
WHERE CAN YOU FIND HER?
Teresa likes to reach as many areas of
Sussex as possible. Her favourite place
is her clinic in Peacehaven (pictured)
but you can find her at several locations
in Sussex including Brighton, Hove,
Eastbourne and at the Arundel Clinic,
so call or check to find out which days
and where. She is also really happy to
do private bookings with small groups,
so if you’ve got a little celebration
coming up, maybe that’s a fun thing to
do all together.
Teresa Kis Aesthetics
01273 586906
07825 331529
www.teresakis.co.uk
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£12
shape and enhance lips, creating an
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longwearing, treatment lip liners
are formulated with mango and
safflower seed oil, locking in colour
for the perfect pout.
3. KORRES Lip Butters £8
available in a range of different
shades (we love this Mango one)
this is a buttery balm that includes
shea butter and offers a shiny, tinted
finish. A mini beauty essential,
packed with moisturising and
healing properties.
4. illamasqua Maneater lipstick
£19.50
We couldn’t leave out the vamp!
this long-wearing formulation,
containing moisturizing Vitamin e,
provides immediate intense pay off,
and can also be applied lightly as a
lip stain.
5. The Body Shop Lipscuff £8
to get lips really smooth we
are loving this lip scrub which
moisturises at the same time. apply
to lips and rub them together
before removing the residue with a
tissue. silky smooth.
6. Benefit Benetint £24.50
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Seven of our favourite bridal suites in SussexOK, admit it. Even if you’re not getting married there’s something
awesome about the bridal suite in a hotel. We had a good nose round
some of them in Sussex and here’s just a few of our favourites.
Angel House, Hove
Dripping with original Regency period features this
’Best Bedroom’ suite really lives up to its name. It
occupies the whole 2nd floor and is likely to be one
of the most memorable rooms you’ll ever stay in. With
canopied bed and stunning original Regency fitted
furniture, it’s also got an adjoining elegant bathroom
complete with an opulent central bath and shower
plus all the luxuries you would expect to find in a five
star hotel. A sumptuous continental breakfast will be
served to your room the following morning so you
can enjoy every last minute here in delightful privacy.
www.angel-house.com
Goodwood
If you get married at Goodwood the bridal suite is complimentary
for the happy couple. There are a number of different rooms but we
love this one with its four-poster and elegant styling.And,depending
on the chosen package, the bride and groom get a lovely gift, like
membership to the members’ clubhouse the Kennels, up to four
months membership to the health club, a beautiful planning book
or other goodies such as chauffeur driven Rolls Royce rides, detox
pamper days or a golf buggy with personalised signage.
www.goodwood.co.uk

The Grand Hotel, Brighton
This stately beauty is one of our favourite hotels,
never mind the suites. A recent renovation and
more work to come is preserving the beauty
of this grand duchess and we just love the
bedrooms. We picked this suite because it’s got
beautiful views, its own balcony, bags of space
and loads of light. It’s also got a lovely seaside
feel with those pastel tones, distressed wood
and of course the silver starfish! Bridal packages
also mean you can arrange champagne,flowers,
chocolates etc to be in the room.
www.grandbrighton.co.uk
Pelirocco Hotel, Brighton
If you wanted something really different for
your, ahem, first night together, it doesn’t
come much more unique than the Kraken’s
Lair at the Pelirocco. This three-room suite is
decorated in a nautical style with tons of crazy
features including an 8ft round bed, mirrored
ceiling canopy and pole-dancing area. The
large planked bathroom includes plunge bath,
with double monsoon shower-heads, and twin
basins, and there’s also a private courtyard, and
its own street entrance for added privacy.
www.hotelpelirocco.co.uk

Hotel du Vin, Brighton
One of our favourite things about the suites at
the Hotel du Vin is the whole ‘having your bath
in the same room’ thing. The Cristal suite, shown
here (left), is the loft suite and the best room in
the hotel. A wooden floored room with an 8ft
by 8ft size bed, widescreen plasma TV, stunning
B&W Zeppelin iPod docking station, twin bath
tubs in the bedroom, double walk in showers
(wet room), large corner suede sofa and a small
private roof terrace with a telescopic sea view.
www.hotelduvin.com/Brighton
Hilton Brighton
If you’re looking for something with clean lines and an
amazing view of the sea, the Hilton has some lovely rooms
too. We like these for their sheer size and their simplicity. Not
everyone wants four poster beds and frilly bits.And you could
honestly move a family of six into these suites. We particularly
love the marble bathrooms – this is for happy couples who
like things nice and understated.
www.hilton.com/brightonmet
Ashdown Park, Wych Cross
One of the loveliest country hotels
in Sussex, Ashdown Park has that
stately home feel, complete with lakes,
woodland, and its own stunning chapel
which all go to make it a perfect location
for a wedding. And the suites are lovely
– just the thing to feel a bit Downton
and luxurious. Revamps have seen
some lush new fabrics and tones added
but the splendid mansion feeling is still
very much in evidence. Heavenly.
www.ashdownpark.com

TOP TIPS FOR A STRESS FREE WEDDING
Is your big day approaching? Want to look and feel like
a prince or princess but just aren’t feeling it? Lisa Moore
explains how to cope with everything at once
Planning a wedding is tough. It’s stressful and that won’t help you if you’re looking
to lose weight and tone up. Stress really doesn’t help with fat loss, your cortisol
levels become raised and if they stay high then your body will store fat instead of
burning it. It’s so frustrating, you do everything you think to lose weight; eat well,
exercise hard, but the fat just stubbornly stays there. Here are a few simple tricks
you can try, and some of them will also help you with organising the event too.
1.Visualise – Set aside ten minutes a day and picture your perfect day. Picture
the weather, venue, clothes and how happy you feel. Breathe all this in to your body.
2. Go for a walk – Take the time, go out with your partner, hold hands, laugh,
smile and just walk.
3.Keep hydrated – Drink plenty of water and cut out the caffeine and stimulants
from your diet.
4. Sleep – Get to bed by 10pm.
5. Keep a journal – Write down how you feel, make a list of the things you need
to do the next day/week. Get it all out of your head EVERY DAY.
Alloftheabovewillhelpyoutofocusand
reduce cortisol in the body. Combine
these five things with great nutrition
plus regular resistance exercise and
you’ll look and feel amazing on your
wedding day. If you want a structured
program to follow then call us at Fit
For Moore and we can help you look
amazing on your big day. Call 01444
847951 or visit www.fitformoore.co.uk

TIPTOE THROUGH
THE BLUEBELLS…Title caught up with Collette
O’Leary of Bluebell Vineyards
to find out what makes them the
perfect choice for a wedding
TELL US A BIT ABOUT THE VENUE
“Bluebell Vineyard is such a beautiful
estatewithsomanyuniquecharacteristics,
and I truly believe it’s a great setting for
every kind of wedding. We are a working
vineyard and one of England’s leading
producers of sparkling wines, so being
able to toast the occasion with the wine
produced on the estate makes for a truly
personal experience. We can sit down
and do a tasting with the brides and
grooms, and they are able to choose the
wine they want on their special day.”
A PERFECT SPOT THEN?
“We host less than 10 weddings a year
so we’re quite exclusive, and being a
marquee venue means that couples
have the flexibility to bring their vision
to life. It’s the perfect choice for those
who want a beautiful outdoor venue set
in the heart of Sussex, together with
the uniqueness of toasting with wines
produced from the vines surrounding
them. The vineyard provides the
backdrop for many beautiful
photographs, with the vines, ponds and
bluebell woodlands.”
GREAT LOCATION
Bluebell Vineyard Estates is nestled in
the hamlet of Furners Green, near the
famous Bluebell Railway and historic
Sheffield Park. The multi-award winning
vineyard and winery specialises in
English sparkling wines.
Bluebell Vineyard Estates
01825 791561
www.bluebellvineyard.co.uk
From ‘i will’ to ‘i do’
Newly engaged? Find the perfect wedding dress
with Catherine Francis Bridal Boutique
Christmas is over and done with and while some will have
received the clothes, make-up or games they asked for, there
are some that will have been asked the question they have
waited desperately to hear, “Will you marry me?”
The Christmas and New Year season is always a romantic
time of year and during that period an incredible 40% of
engagements take place. However, now the question’s
been popped, there’s plenty to organise, including the very
important choice of dress, while the date of your wedding
will also impact how quickly you need to start looking for
your gown.
Don’t leave it to the last minute though.The team at Catherine
Francis Bridal Boutique recommend ordering your dress
no less than nine months before your big day, as well as
scheduling fittings nearer your wedding.
If you’re choosing off-the-peg, then there is a risk that your
dream dress will no longer be available if you go back in a few
months and Catherine explains that, ”When you know it’s the
dress, you know. Trust your heart and if you buy your dress 18
months before your wedding because it’s your dream dress
then so be it, that’s a job ticked off your list!”
The team at Catherine Francis Bridal Boutique, who are
currently celebrating ten years in business, accommodate
brides seven days a week by appointment, where you can
talk to the experts, browse the wide range of dresses in stock
and find the perfect dress for your big day.
To look at the dresses available or for more information please
visit www.catherinefrancis.co.uk
Like them on Facebook
www.facebook.com/Catherine-Francis-Bridal-Boutique
Catherine Francis is an official stockist of Kenneth Winston
Justin Alexander, Essense and Ella Rosa.
Dress by Kenneth Winston

AN ASIAN PARADISEStunning views, beautiful beaches and total
relaxation. Title has an amazing offer for your
very own paradise honeymoon in Malaysia’s
Langkawi Island

AMAZING HOLIDAY DEAL
We all know how expensive weddings can be. However, in order to ease
the pressure on your bank balance we’ve teamed up with tour operator
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an exclusive beachside rainforest retreat on the tropical coast of Malaysia.
The Andaman is a five star resort located in an idyllic tropical setting on
Malaysia’s Langkawi Island, tucked away between a 10 million year-old
rainforest, the tranquil Datai Bay and an 8,000 year-old fringing coral reef.
If you’re looking for relaxation then the lagoon-style swimming pool
is located alongside the beach, while soaring rainforest trees and a
waterslide for the young at heart provide an unforgettable poolside
experience. There’s even a pool concierge that is committed to keeping
you happy and refreshed throughout the day.
TAKE TO THE SEAS
Take advantage of the resort’s 47ft luxury catamaran with its open bar and
top-class cuisines served every day, as you enjoy the calm ocean breeze
and still waters. The hotel also offers a range of beach and water sports
to get involved in including kayaking, paddle boarding, windsurfing and
jet skis. Snorkeling equipment is complimentary but other activities will
incur additional costs.
STUNNING ROOMS
For this deal we have secured luxury sea-view rooms with full breakfast
included. Overlooking the aquamarine Andaman Sea, the rooms come
with a 4 m2 balcony and full length feature window. If you want to have
a romantic night in, there’s plenty of in-room relaxation, including a
flat screen TV with DVD and satellite, as well as a docking station and
complimentary Wi-Fi.When you wake up in the morning you’ll be greeted
by stunning sea views from the feature window before stepping into the
white marble bathroom, which features a large tub and a fabulous glass-
enclosed rainforest shower.
The Andaman offers six dining venues that combine gourmet cuisine
with indigenous flavours. You can choose from a range of snacks and
drinks at the Beach Bar or Jentayu Lounge or choose from an eclectic mix
of fusion, international or Japanese restaurants.
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Take your time to try a stunning selection of
bridal dresses, shoes, veils, headdresses, tiaras
and bridesmaids dresses.
Located in the stunning market town of Arundel,
we are stockists of Justin Alexander, Kenneth
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With love in the air, Fal Blake gets the lowdown from Peter James on
his wedding, and offers her top tips on how to choose the right
wedding suit. We also take a dive into some SS16 trends including
how to wear white if you’re not the bride
Peter James – Fal Blake – Fashion trends

Photo: Kenny McCracken
A CUT ABOVE
Each month Fal Blake introduces us to
one of the many fascinating people to
come through the doors of flamboyant
tailor Gresham Blake
Photos: Graham Franks
“Black is
Peter’s
signature
colour, as he
feels it’s an
appropriate
look for
authors of
crime novels”
A
s we have dedicated this month’s
Title Magazine to weddings,
I thought it would only be
appropriate for me to introduce
a client that we have made a
wedding suit for. Who I have chosen
needs very little introduction – meet Mr
Peter James.
James is one of the UK’s most treasured
crime and thriller novelists. His Roy
Grace detective novels have sold over
17 million copies worldwide and the
series has now been translated into
36 languages. Peter first came across
Gresham Blake around 10 years ago;
he says that it was our eye-catching
window that drew him to our shop.
Imagine my excitement measuring his
inside leg! I happened to be reading
one of the novels from the Roy Grace
series. If you haven’t yet indulged in
this series of books – do so straight
away. Talk about a series of books
that are unputdownable. It ticks every
box for me – crime, suspense, murder
mystery – based in and around Brighton
– with lots of familiar characters playing
cameo roles. We’ve even been lucky
to have been included. In one of the
books a piece of cloth belonging to the
murder victim was found in a chicken
run. Roy Grace asked Gresham to
identify the type of material the cloth
was made out of. We decided to turn
this chapter into a lining fabric – and
manufactured a special collection of
coats with it. So when Peter announced
his engagement to the very special
Lara Lovey and asked us to make his
wedding suit we were thrilled.
Black is Peter’s signature colour,
as he feels it’s practical especially
when travelling, yet also portrays a
professional and appropriate look for
authors of crime novels. Of course there
is no such thing as just black and in the
end we settled for a medium weight,
super 100 black wool, Dormeuil cloth.
The lining of the suit was particularly
special – Peter commissioned us to
design and create a bespoke lining.
We also added some very personal
touches to the suit – my favourite, a set
of handcuffs, the Roy Grace symbol
– embroidered underneath the top
collar. In terms of the design, there’s a
hint of 60s mod feel to the cut of the
suit; slim fit, double breasted lapels,
tapered trousers and an ever-so-slightly
shorter jacket.

Want to knoW more about the Wedding?
How did you meet? Was it love at first sight? We met in a ski
lift in Courcheval. I was skiing with my mate, Rob Kempson,
and Lara was on a week’s skiing with two friends, one of whom
was her ex-boyfriend, although I didn’t realise he was her ex at
the time. They clambered into the eight-seater gondola and
sat down opposite us. Lara looked at me and said ‘nice helmet’.
(I do have a very fancy ski helmet all leather and chrome). I said
‘How can you see?!’ We got on instantly, and totally connected,
and it was a while before we realized we were both from
Sussex. I assumed Lara was with her boyfriend and we were all
just mates meeting a few times over the next few days. Some
months later, we decided to have a get together. Lara turned
up minus her boyfriend, and I’d never seen her without a ski
helmet on before… the rest, as they say is history.
Tell us about Lara’s dress Lara wore two different dresses as
we had three wedding events. The first part was the official
wedding ceremony, held at Jeremy’s Restaurant in beautiful
Borde Hill. For this Lara had a custom made dress by Roxy
Goldstein who owns ‘Atelier Gold’ in Ship Street, Brighton.
It was short with long sleeves, a scoop neck at the front and
a deep V at the back. We had our dogs, Oscar and Spook,
at the event and they were dressed up too in very smart
red neckerchiefs. We then had a blessing in the south of
France, and for that Lara wore a long dress by the designer
Sophia Tolli from ‘Couture and Tiaras’ in Burgess Hill. She
had it cleaned and wore it again for the big wedding party in
September at our house.
How many bridesmaids did you have?
We had four bridesmaids; Helen Hodge, Georgie Maclean,
Sharon Pavoni and Dem Saltmarsh, and three flowergirls, Lara’s
lovely nieces… Laura and Becky Adams, and Edith Duncton.
Was it difficult picking the bridesmaids? Not at all. Lara is
very close to each of her bridesmaids and sees them all the
time. They are very mischievous when they get together and I
adore them all, so they were the perfect matches for my four
good-men.
Why did you decide you wanted to go bespoke? I needed
an outfit that would cover all three events. I guess I have a
strong fashion sense, coming from my upbringing with my
mother as the Queen’s glove maker. Also, I don’t like wearing
a tie and I tend to wear mostly black, or black with a white
shirt. As the wedding was taking place in summer I thought
that a black suit and white shirt would be elegant and with
my four good men all being different sizes and shapes, I felt
it important that they all wore the same suits and accessories.
And of course they all had to wear red socks as I never wear
any other colour. Even our amazing Reverend, Ish Smale wore
red socks.
Did Lara have any influence over what you wore? Yes, I
wanted her approval and input. We had a consultation early
on at Gresham Blake’s, because it was essential that I and my
good men would be comfortable in the heat, but I wanted
material that wouldn’t crease. We had a Mexican Day of the
Dead theme to our wedding and we thought it would be fun
for the linings to reflect that.
You had not one, not two, not even three – but four ‘good
men’?! I had a real problem with the notion of a Best Man,
because it was impossible to choose between four mates
whom I’m deeply fond of. The best man is supposed to
get you to the wedding on time. Rob Kempson I’ve known
the longest, since 1972, but he’s so immaculate and always
takes so long to get ready, he’d still be at home waxing his
chest hairs and deciding what cologne to spray on. Next I
“The speeches were great. The only
person who had a repeated ding at
me, although very good-naturedly,
was my new father-in-law Colin who
liked to remind everyone that I wasn’t
that much younger than him.”

HigHligHting a few of Peter’s
acHievements in tHis Past year
The 11th novel in the Roy Grace series, You Are
Dead, was published in 2015 and went straight to
Number One in both hardback and paperback. It
spent six weeks at Number One and 19 weeks in the
Top Ten
The House On Cold Hill, Peter’s first full-length ghost
story in over 20 years was published in 2015 and
went straight into the top ten bestseller list
The play of Peter’s novella The Perfect Murder is
back on tour in 2016 starring Shane Richie and
Jessie Wallace, www.theperfectmurder.co.uk
2015 Dead Good Readers Dr Lecter Award for
Scariest Villain winner: You Are Dead
2015 Sainsburys eBook of the year winner:
Want You Dead
2015 Voted by WH Smith readers The Best Crime
Author of All Time
2016 Awarded the Crime Writers’ Association’s
highest honour: the CWA Diamond Dagger.
Falling in love and getting hitched
Congratulations to a very well suited couple –
Mr & Mrs James xxx
considered Tony Mulliken, who I’ve known since 1981, but
as he’s my publicist I feared we’d arrive to find the place
decked out with advertising slogans: HAVE A DEAD GOOD
WEDDING! Then there’s James Simpson who’s been a very
close friend since 1994. But him get me to the wedding on
time? A few years ago he got arrested in Los Angeles after
driving off in someone else’s rental car outside a restaurant.
Hardly a man to rely upon for transport.So then it was possibly
David Gaylor who I’ve known since 1996. But the first time I
went to his house, he directed me into the drive in a way that
caused me to demolish his front wall. So I thought there was
too much risk of an embarrassing arrival. Instead I decided
that if I had all four, they might between them sort themselves
out – and me!
How did the speeches go? The speeches were great. The
only person who had a repeated ding at me, although very
good-naturedly, was my new father-in-law Colin who liked to
remind everyone that I wasn’t that much younger than him.
How many people at your wedding actually have made
appearances in your book? Quite a number and there were
quite a number of police officers past and present who have
helped me in my research and become close friends.
Did you have a wedding planner? Lara and good-man David
Gaylor were the wedding planners, and they had weekly
meetings and many many lists.
How on earth did you organise three weddings?
Lara and I were adamant that it would be enjoyable rather
than stressful as so many people seem to get stressed over
organising their weddings, and that takes the fun out of it.
We had a brilliant time coming up with ideas, gathering
decorations, planning layouts, tasting wine, choosing music,
booking fireworks and stilt-walkers etc, and we met some great
people along the way.The cake was made by a local lady called
Yolande Robinson who owns a wonderful tea shop called ‘The
Old Bake House’ in West Sussex. She made delicious cupcakes
and a huge naked sponge cake decorated with berries and
dripping jam. Lara’s good friend Alison Howe did the flowers.
Ali has a florists called ‘Mad Lilies’ in Banstead, and she and her
team came up with some really innovative ideas for our theme,
and the flowers were stunning.
Did you design your own invitations? How did you come up
with the design? Partly they were designed by a lady called
Lily Dunlop along with Lara. They worked up a brilliant Day of
the Dead design which looked really striking. The invites for
our big party were individually made by my PA’s daughter,
Helene Carter. Each one was creatively torn and glued and
decorated until her poor hands were sore! The design was
taken from the Gresham Blake lining of my jacket so it all tied
together really well. We loved them.
where did you go on honeymoon? We stayed on in the South
of France before driving over on the amazing coastal roads to
Portofino in Italy. We stayed there for 10 days then drove up to
the Italian lakes for a couple of days.Then headed back through
Switzerland and France over a day or so.
How would you define true love? Somebody once said ‘true
love is not staring into each other’s eyes, it is looking in the
same direction together’. I think there is a lot of truth in that.
True love is about not just wanting to be with that other person
but wanting to share all of lives experiences with them.
what are you currently working on now? I have just submitted
the latest draft of Roy Grace number 12,called ‘LoveYou Dead’.
This will be out on May 19. I have the stage play of my novella,
‘The Perfect Murder’, back on tour after two hugely successful
nationwide tours already. I’m just about to start writing Roy
Grace 13, and I also have a non-fiction book out in July which
will be announced shortly.
when is ‘a Perfect murder’ on tour and what dates
showing in sussex? Opening night is next week 2 February
in Cheltenham. It’s in Brighton from Monday 7 March until
Saturday 12 March but it’s getting booked up very quickly!

White isn’t just for brides.
We’re loving some of these
new season looks, with a
touch of black for balance…
IT’S ALL
WHITE NOW
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Primark White Standing
S Letter Light £8
Zalando White Platform
Sandals £135
Next Flower
Necklace £16
M&S Autograph Top
£39.50, Autograph
Skirt £129
Miss Selfridge Bardot style
white lace dress £49
Lipsy Love Michelle
Keegan Stitch Detail
Bandeau Dress £65
House of Fraser Therapy
White Backpack £45
Chloe Sunglasses at The
Sunglasses Shop £167
Very Rochelle
Humes Wide Leg
Trousers £45

Choosing the right wedding suit is vital for that all-
important big day. Fal Blake gives us some top tips on
choosing the right suit for the man
You know how to
WHISTLE,don’t you?
The Morning Suit
The morning suit dates back to the early
18th century when it quickly became
very popular and was soon adopted as
*THE*itemtowearatanyformaldaytime
event. See also ‘White Tie and Tails’. The
clue is in the name with this one.
Both are great choices if you’re having
a formal wedding day. Embrace the
traditions; after all, it’s the one day
where you really get to dress to impress.
More and more we’re seeing clients
going for the traditional morning suit/
tails, but opting to have them made in
completely non-traditional cloth. But
unless you regularly socialise in high
society or attend sporting events such
as Ascot, how many times will you
realistically wear this again?
The Tuxedo or Dinner Jacket
Time to channel James
Bond! The DJ or ‘tux’ became
popular at the end of the
First World War and was
the favoured alternative
to morning suits and tails,
commonly worn at formal
evening soirees. There are so
many elements that you can
mix up with the tuxedo; you
have the freedom to make it
your own. Single or double
breasted? Contrasting lapels?
I would recommend that
this is crafted in a medium
weight cloth, something like
a Barathea or a wool and
mohair mix. These have really
nice textures and will take
your tux to the next level.
For those that really want the
Bond look, go for the wool
and mohair mix, as this it what
his suit was made from.
A Bespoke Suit
This is your opportunity to get
every little detail just the way you
wantit,matchingyourpersonality
and the theme of your wedding
day to a T. The little details you
can add to your wedding suit are
endless; have full control over
the type of lapel, the number
of vents on the jacket, the width
of the trousers... Flashes of
colour on the cuffs and/or under
the collar, embroidery (from a
bumblebee to your initials), and
bespoke accessories such as
pocket squares, ties and cravats.

The Personal Touch
Some clients really make the suit their own by getting us to create bespoke prints.These
can be used on both lining and suiting, from something really personal to you, such as
family photos to something much more. One example that springs to mind is a suit we
created for a client that had photographs of burgers printed onto the cloth. Anything is
possible. As well as Gresham Blake there are some other great tailors in Sussex include
Hugo Morris, and Dandylion Style. What you have to remember with bespoke suits is
that you are making a long-term investment for an item that fits you perfectly.
A Ready to Wear Suit
Pretty much every good menswear store on the high-street will
stock a multitude of ‘off the peg’ suits that will be suitable for a
groom,the really good ones will also offer in-house adjustments.
It’s the attention to these little nips and tucks that can make a
ready to wear suit look the business, so look for the interesting
details that set them apart.
Off the Peg
Obviously, we stock a wide range of off-the-peg suits in various cloths
and colours. I also recommend Jump the Gun in Brighton and large
department stores such as Debenhams, House of Fraser or John Lewis,
which you can find across the whole of Sussex. If you need a suit quickly
this is definitely the way to go.

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Some gorgeous new undercrackers
in store this SS16. Some of our
faves are here…
Under
Cover
Boux Avenue Gwyneth
navy set with brief £46
George at Asda pleated
bra & knicker set £12
House of Fraser
Bluebella Ariana
bra set £40
EDITOR’S
PICK
M&S Limited Collection
lingerie set £23.50
River Island lace bra £16
and pants £12
Next plunge bra £12
and briefs £7

PhotosbyJuliaClaxton
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