Chocolate Rose Cake – Robineau Cakes, Darlington

White Chocolate fan Cake with diamante - Kelly Ann’s 

White and Milk Chocolate cake with Strawberries, and White and Pink Chocolate Rose Cake –  Celebration Cakes

First up, we have a selection of gorgeous treats from Philosophy…

The Amazing Grace collection smells absolutely divine and the limited edition Cristmas gift set is a great solution for tricky-to-buy-for relatives. Your mum, your grooms mum or an auntie will love the grown-up scent.

£35, available at John Lewis.

How perfect is this present for your bridesmaids? The kitsch packaging fits right in with a vintage wedding too.

£16, available at John Lewis.

Every week in the run up to Christmas we will have new ideas, so keep checking back!

The latest designer dresses from our contributing bridal boutiques have been put together by Tyne Tees Models for a show that is sleek, professional and a whole lot of fun!

Check out these selected boutiques before Sunday, see some of their most popular dresses on the catwalk and arrange an appointment for your very own dream dress.

We are delighted to announce that The Wedding Dress Company in Corbridge are our official sponsors for Bridal Gathering at NUFC. Although the team cannot attend on the day, they will have some simply gorgeous dresses coming down the catwalk, and if you would like any more information about the boutique just come and see a member of Bridal Gathering staff.

In store, you will find a great collection of designer dresses by Charlotte Balbier, Augusta Jones, Kate Sherford and Veromia.

www.theweddingdresscompany.co.uk

Wild Brides in Sunderland stock a great selection of fashion-forward designers including Ian Stuart and the new Anouska G Bridal Couture collection.

There are also classic styles from La Sposa, Sonsie and Ronald Joyce.

www.wildbrides.co.uk

Leigh Hetherington creates gorgeous gowns from her Newcastle showroom. Call in to browse through the current collection – or why not make an appoinment with Leigh to deisgn the bespoke dress you have always wanted.

Bridal Gathering will also be showcasing dresses from Leigh’s new boutique for bridesmaids, prom and evening wear on the catwalk. Laura Lea Boutique will be opening on Saturday 5th November with an amazing promotional offer of 10% off all dresses and accessories for that weekend only!

www.leighhetherington.co.uk

Y.A.P (You Are Precious) Bridal Boutique specialise in exquisite gowns from exclusive designers. For Bridal Gathering, Y.A.P will be showcasing their brand new styles from Elizabeth Stuart and their lovely Twobirds Bridesmaid dresses.

Call in to the Newcastle boutique to see more styles from Lyn Ashworth, Lea-Ann Belter, MGNY, Eternity Bride, Mori Lee and Johanna Hehir.

www.yapbridal.co.uk

The lovely ladies from House of Mooshki have chosen some of their amazing vintage and rock ‘n’ roll inspired designs to hit the catwalk. Each dress is from Mooshki is made-to-measure especially for you, exactly as you imagine. There is a range of styles tfor you to take inspiration from, or go wild with a completely unique creation.

www.houseofmooshki.com

A brand new bridal store in the heart of Sunderland, Love Lei is a haven for brides-to-be. Choose from a selection of bridal styles in the Autumn/Winter 2011 collection, then the dress can be customised and made-to-measure to create your very own unique gown.

www.lovelei.co.uk

Kathryn Trueman Bridal & Occasions

From her studio in Morpeth Kathryn creates gorgeous bespoke dresses and houses a selection of ready-to-wear designer gowns from Cymbeline, Donna Lee and Chanticleer.

www.kathrynstrueman.co.uk

Victoria’s Bridal

With a great location on Chester-Le-Street High Street, the shop is perfect for a bridal browse. Dresses are available from Alfred Angelo, Romantica, Hillary Morgan, Ronald Joyce and Mon Cheri Bridals.

www.victoriasbridal.co.uk

Kate Fearnley

Kate, owner of Middlesbrough’s most famous boutique, will have styles from her new bridesmaid collection on the catwalk. There are dresses to suit every taste and designs can also be made-to-measure.

www.katefearnleyboutique.co.uk

Greenwoods Mens Hire in Sunderland will be providing the suits for some exciting groomswear looks.

Have you reserved your goodie bag? Each bag is brimming with top beauty products and treats for brides-to-be, worth £15!

Click here to reserve your bag for NUFC now!

Belle Bridal magazine has teamed up with Big Day Vision to offer one happy couple the chance to win a full photography, video, chauffeur driven Mercedes and evening entertainment package worth over £1500. Plus, every couple who enter will be offered a free pre-wedding shoot including a print..

About Big Day Vision

As a bride and groom, you generally want to choose all the things that rely on personal taste; venues, table dressing, invitations, food, dress, flowers, cake and suits, etc.

But, the functional aspects that make the wedding day can be difficult to organise and can cost the earth. Tough choices often have to be made when hiring cars, photographer, videographers and evening entertainment. Putting ribbon on your mate’s Sierra just because it is white, letting a friend take your photographs, getting Uncle Bob to DJ with his collection of Perry Como records or trusting Auntie Dot to run karaoke might be cheap, but might not give you the results you want.

However, at Big Day Vision, things are done differently. The chauffeurs, the video team, the editors, the photographers, the DJ’s, the band – they’re the same people.

Creative Director Alex Smith explains: “There are three of us at the core of Big Day Vision who make up a band, The Crashers. We wanted to work together too so we pooled our creative talents. Between us we have a history of working in television, radio, photography, creative writing, art, web design, IT, conferences, music video production, executive driving and instruction, together with business experience and qualifications. Big Day Vision was a natural development and we have created a cost effective and simple way for couples to have their big day as they want it and memories to treasure.”

Being the creative types, they go further. “We use portable studios at events with green screen technology and white or black backdrops to create studio quality video and photographs. We also use projection at evening events to showcase the wedding to evening guests. It’s this kind of touch, at no extra cost, that we believe sets Big Day Vision apart.”

Big Day Vision operate throughout Yorkshire and the North East and because you only have one company to deal with, they provide excellent value and personal service, making your big day easier to arrange and in-keeping with your budget.

They also care about our environment and, in association with the Tees Wildlife Trust, Big Day Vision plant an oak tree dedicated to every couple they work with, offsetting environmental impact and leaving a lasting monument of the big day.

There’s never been a better time to book the wedding package you want at a price you’ll be happy to pay. But enter the competition and your big day could be free!

HOW TO ENTER

To enter the draw, simply email hello@bigdayvision.co.uk or call 0870 3122 007 with your contact details quoting the reference BBM11.

Visit the website at www.bigdayvision.co.uk to see more about the competition and their unique wedding packages.

Top notes of rose, iris, peach and freesia, create the instant burst of floral femininity you need, but the base notes of creamy vanilla, sensual amber and musk give the staying power to last all day and night.

Subtle and beautiful, Burberry Body is the ultimate wedding day fragrance and a great choice for a signature scent that you will be wearing for years to come.

£45 for 30ml EDP available from John Lewis, House of Fraser, Debenhams and larger Boots stores. You can buy online at www.theperfumeshop.com

This month we are running a competition exclusively for our Facebook followers. Become a fan for the chance to win a designer bridal hair band and look out for a new competition every month.

Suggest us to your hens and friends on Facebook. Every person that ‘likes’ Belle Bridal on Facebook is automatically entered into our prize draws every month.

Post on the wall why you think we should feature your wedding in the next issue of Belle Bridal and it might just happen…

Click here to like us and enter the competition

Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter too…@bellebridalmag

WIN this Chez Bec 'Erika' headband worth £98

The bottle comes adorned with specially designed charms by Arthus Bertrand and is the perfect re-vamp of a lemony lovely fragrance.

It might not be the first name you thnk of when it comes to designer wedding perfumes, but Annick Goutal scents really are something special. They make perfect presents, for yourself or your mum, and are as timeless in design as your wedding photographs will be.

£54 for 50ml, Space NK and www.annickgoutal.com

Paul and Jo lipstick in ‘Afternoon Delight’

The beautiful packaging of this lipstick from the 2011 Parasol Collection is a good enough reason to buy, even if the colour is a little bright for your w-day look. The hydrating stick has even been embossed with flowers – it looks too good to use.

£15, available from Fenwick in Newcastle

Chloe Rose Edition EDP

Limited edition and simply lovely, the latest Chloe fragrance celebrates that classic wedding flower choice: the rose.  Fresh, feminine and great for a spring or summer wedding scent.

£45.40 for 50ml

Available from The Perfume Shop

www.theperfumeshop.com

Chantecaille Sea Turtle Palette

How summery is this palette from French brand Chantecaille? Made up of three eye shadows and a bronzer that won’t crease or rub-off, its great for a beach wedding or to take on honeymoon. It is pricey, but when you buy this refillable palette, 5% of proceeds will help WIDECAST ensure the survival of endangered sea turtles, aww.

£73

Available at Space NK and Fenwick in Newcastle

Soap and Glory Mighty Mouth

Hydrating, plumping and super glossy, this lip balm is all you need for kissable lips on the big day. The translucent ‘naked pink’ colour is natural-looking and the balm is long lasting without being sticky.

£7

Larger Boots stores and www.boots.com

Andrea Fullerton Nail Boutique French Natural White and Pink

Packaged into a neat little set, this has everything you need for  a DIY french manicure, including stencils. The custom-designed super-skinny brushes will keep mistakes minimal – but you best start practicing now for a truly flawless finish.

£7.99

Available from Superdrug

Versace Vanitas EDT

A new fragrance from the fashion house that just breathes glamour, Versace Venitas is definitely for the confident, glamour-puss bride. The bottle has a hint of art-deco style and the scent features lime, freesia and the exotic tiare flower.

£45 for 30ml

Available now from Harrods and all good department and fragrance stores from 1st April

Bliss Fabulous Face Lotion

Does what it says on the tube! This is more of a sunscreen than everyday moisturiser, so it will make a great honeymoon companion. The SPF15provides everyday protection for that pale-and-interesting look but also prevents some of the damage for bronze-seeking brides too. It illuminates the complexion and dispensed a hefty dose of essential skin minerals and vitamins.

£25

Available from Fenwick in Newcastle and www.blissworld.co.uk

NYC Expert Last Nail Polish

Peach hues are having a moment in the beauty scene and luckily this is an easy look to adopt for your wedding. The flattering shade and long-lasting formula of this polish  provides a subtle and stylish alternative to the classic french mani. The bargainous prices means you can afford to give it a try before the big day.

£2.59

Available from Superdrug

Clinique Moisture Surge Tinted Moisturiser SPF15

Clinque are experts when in both moisturiser and foundation, so it only makes sense to combine the two. Enough coverage for photo-ready skin and hydration that will last all day is a must for dry or combination skin brides – especially for a summer wedding.

£21

Available from Clinique counters regionwide from 22nd April.

Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey Florale EDT

Fresh, girly and sophisticated, the rose notes of this new scent for summer will complement your classic wedding bouquet perfectly.

£47.50 for 50ml

Available from all good department stores and perfumeries.

and one for the boys…

Boss Orange for Men EDT

Just like the popular women’s scent, Boss Orange for Men is uplifting and fresh.  Masculine additions to the key ingredients make this fragrance sophisticated enough for the wedding without overpowering you or the guests.

£24.30 for 40ml

The Perfume Shop

www.theperfumeshop.com

Quirky and kitsch beauty brand Benefit is a favourite of Belle and they have two new products we were just dying to share with you.

Luscious Lip gloss

Ultra Shines Lip Gloss by Benefit now comes in four subtle colours ideal for brides. All of them are nude shades, giving a sophisticated and fresh look. The soft applicator brush makes the gloss easy to apply, and it’s not too sticky – ideal for wedding day kisses.  A pearlescent hint gives subtle glamour for the evening and will look fabulous in the photographs. Any traditional bride would find this a perfect companion to go with the white dress for that understated elegance.

£14

Perfect Powder

The new Bella Bamba blusher by benefit is yet another little treat in a box. Perfect for brides as the light pink tone gives that essential ‘blushing’ look, the compact also comes with a handy built in mirror and brush for tough-ups throughout the day. The dusty pink shade is easy to blend and can be layered to create your chosen shade of blush.

£23.50

Available from larger Boots stores, Debenhams, House of Fraser and Fenwick.

www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk

Benefit Ultrashine Lipgloss in 'Nookie'

Benefit 'Bella Bamba' Blusher

The fragrance comes in a beautifully stylish bottle, perfect for your pre-wedding photos, and has a light, fruity but oh-so-sexy smell that will last all day long.

Feel like a true fashionista on your wedding day, your honeymoon or give as a special gift to your chic bridesmaids.

£38.50 for 40ml

Available from The Perfume Shop

www.theperfumeshop.com

Jimmy Choo – the high fashion scent for brides in 2011