Tie the Knot Scotland

Scotland’s favourite, top glossy bridal bi-monthly magazine filled with Scottish wedding venues, the latest bridal dresses, wedding planning advice and stylish inspiration.

Editor’s WELCOME

Tie the Knot Scotland • Issue 80 October-November 2022

THE WHITE EDIT • Treat yourself to some wedding retail therapy with this lovely lot

FASHION • BRIDALWEAR | ACCESSORIES | TRENDS | BRIDESMAIDS

BOUTIQUE BUZZ • NICOLE CONNER CATCHES UP WITH SCOTTISH BRIDAL BOUTIQUES TO HEAR THEIR LATEST DRESS AND ACCESSORY NEWS

TALL Vs SMALL • We sent two of our writers to test bridal shopping when you’re taller or shorter than average. First up, Nicole Conner went hunting for the best looks for her five-foot figure

AHEAD OF THE CURVE • A GLORIOUS LATE SUMMER’S DAY AT CAMBO COUNTRY HOUSE WAS AN IDYLLIC BACKDROP FOR THE SEASON’S MOST FLATTERING WEDDING DRESSES FOR FULLER-FIGURED BRIDES-TO-BE

BRIDESMAIDS Q&A • What is a bridesmaid actually for? How do you ask her to be part of your bride squad? Is there an easy approach to dress shopping? Read on for answers to these dilemmas and more…

SQUAD GOALS • Got a gaggle of gals to kit out? Or just one discerning sister to contend with? Nicole Conner has got you covered either way as she rounds up the latest bridesmaid dress trends

Let’s go GIRLS • THE BEST THING ABOUT BEING A WOMAN IS THE PREROGATIVE TO HAVE A LITTLE FUN – AND THAT’S EXACTLY WHAT WE DID AT COUNTRY-AND-WESTERN-INFLUENCED BARN VENUE, EDEN LEISURE VILLAGE, SHOWING OFFA ROOTIN’ TOOTIN’ CROP OF RELAXED WEDDING GOWNS, BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES AND CUTE LIL’ NUMBERS FOR FLOWER GIRLS. YEEHA!

MUMS’ style • NEWS | OCCASIONWEAR | ACCESSORIES | TRENDS | ADVICE

BACK FOR MORE • Need proof that a great shopping experience creates loyal customers? Five mums tell us where they got their gorgeous outfits – and why they knew exactly where to go when the next wedding invite came along

NEW SEASON’S greetings • Got an autumn/winter wedding on the horizon? Nicole Conner highlights key trends for mother of the bride/groom attire at Scottish occasionwear stores

8 JEWELLERY TRENDS to know now • You want your jewellery to be timeless, but it doesn’t hurt to know what’s hot right now. Olivia Simpson talks to Scottish jewellers about the trends to watch

MIN VS MAX • Keep it sleek with paired-back pieces or go all out with jewellery that makes a statement

Bridal PARTY gifts • Thank your nearest and dearest for all their planning help with these cute pieces

WIN • £1,500 TOWARDS YOUR DREAM DRESS AT THE MULTI-AWARD WINNING OPUS COUTURE IN AYRSHIRE

Beauty TIMELINE • Prepping for a wedding includes getting yourself into the best condition possible, so here’s our essential countdown. Your beauty regime starts now!

WIN • AN OVERNIGHT STAY AT SCOTLAND’S AMAZING NEW HONEYMOON COTTAGE, THE GARDEN HOUSE AT THE REDHURST HOTEL IN GLASGOW

Grooms’ style • Rich reds will warm up any outfit for maximum autumnal vibes

We style the GUYS • Do men and women see clothes differently? To find out, we sent three of our writers to Scotland’s top groomswear shops with a male friend or relative in tow…

Style guide • The experts tell us what looks they’re digging as autumn approaches

VENUE NEWS • WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING AT SCOTLAND’S TOP SPOTS

Dear GREEN PLACES • One of the best things about getting married in Scotland? Our spectacular scenery! Natasha Radmehr picks out a dozen country house venues that offer front-row views of our glorious landscapes

DREAM MAKERS • We hear from the key people behind the scenes at four venues: Dakota Eurocentral, Kilmardinny House, Dunglass Estate and Schloss Roxburghe

CHURCHES & CHAPELS • A...