The way Britons get married is undergoing an upheaval as celebrants supplant clerics and brides opt for second-hand gowns. What’s driving couples to downsize their plans, exchange engagement tattoos, and opt for outdoor ceremonies? And how are brands supporting their new traditions?
Kate Beavis is a curator of creative wedding fairs at Magpie Wedding. She is also the founder and owner of PR and marketing firm The Indie Practice, the author of ‘Style Your Modern Vintage Home’, and was named Bedfordshire Businesswoman of the Year in 2019.
Hugh Richard Wright is the editor-at-large and spokesperson for The Gay Wedding Guide. He is also the founder of PR and communications consultancy Hugh Richard Wright, which specialises in the hospitality sector.
Edwina Langley is a journalist whose work has been published by the Evening Standard, BBC Three, Grazia, Stylist and more. Her interests include dog walking, cooking and, in the summertime, goat yoga.
