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Bethany and Steve met at York St John University where they were flatmates and have been inseparable ever since. Their first days at uni were a blur of exploring their new home by day and spending fun filled evenings with friends. “I don't think any of them were oblivious to the fact that we were falling quickly for each other,” Bethany shares.

Discover the story of the couple's big day in the Nov/Dec25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download

In 2011, destiny weaved its magic when Carley and N'kose crossed paths in an HMV store. She'd just bought her first 18-rated DVD, despite being only 16, when N'kose questioned her about her age. Thinking he was a sales assistant she lied and told him she was 18. Little did she know this was actually his attempt at a pickup line! Too embarrassed to 'fess up, Carley continued the charade, to the point of faking Carley explains. The bride looked stunning in Santiago by Allure Bridals. “I originally went to try on a different dress, having seen it at a wedding fair. But during my appointment at Abbey Bridals, Jess pulled Santiago convinced it was the one for me, and she was absolutely correct,” Carley remembers. “I genuinely felt like royalty.” N'kose meanwhile wore a custom a 19th birthday party! “After a year of anxiety, I came clean to N'kose and had a good laugh about it,” Carley remembers. “We still do 15 years later!”

Discover the story of the couple's big day in the Nov/Dec25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download

If you're at the point of curating your individual bridal style, we're here to help with some excellent foundations. Which bride are you? Find out by taking our quiz to reveal your bridal vibe. Once you know what truly makes you tick, check out our mood boards, which offer a great foundation and inspiration for you to start from. You can then personalise away to create a look that's 100 per cent uniquely you!

Find the feature in the Sept/Oct25 issue, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download

With the engagement ring firmly on your finger and venue booked with date secured, it's time to turn your thoughts to your guest list. In all likelihood, you'll already have drafted this to give you an idea for the size of venue you're looking for, but now's the time to get into the nitty-gritty before you hand firmer numbers to your caterer.

Discover our handy guide to sorting your wedding stationery and guest list in the Sept/Oct25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download

We might be entering the autumn but here at Your Yorkshire Wedding, we're not quite ready to let go of summer wedding vibes just yet! So, allow us to present to you this gorgeous, sun-dappled, local styled shoot created by some of the county's finest.

Summer florals take centre stage with a romantic pastel palette of lilac, peach, blush and soft green complementing the interiors and gardens at Hackness Grange. Every detail was carefully considered right down to the lace floral motifs in the flame-haired bride's gown.

Discover the full shoot in the Sept/Oct25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download

Inspired by the gallery room at Birdsall House, local photographer Hollie Horn set out with her team of local wedding professionals to create a shoot focused on bridal portraits and pastel florals. Due to the venue's innate grandeur they opted for paired back luxury with a large floral arch as the only decor.

Discover the full shoot in the Sept/Oct25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, freee to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download 

Ria and Cavill met the modern way, on Tinder, towards the end of lockdown. “It wasn't exactly a fairy tale but it didn't stop us having a fairytale wedding!” Ria says. Or indeed the dream proposal, since Cavill got down on one knee and popped the question in The Maldives.

The couple said “I do” at Beverley Minster followed by celebrations at Rise Hall. Once they laid eyes on the latter, it was an easy decision. “The grounds, rooms and service immediately presented as impeccable,” Ria explains. “It was a stunning period property and beautifully grand. Plus, the team was so friendly, yet professional.” The final big box ticked for them was the locality of the venue, not to mention the fact they'd already had a great experience of what a wedding day here would be like having served as best man and bridesmaid at a loved one's big day at Rise Hall.

Find out more about the big day in the Sept/Oct25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download

When couple David and Steven, who met via to keep guests going and carrying the Italian theme into Tinder back in 2017, set out on an Italian the night. adventure visiting Rome and Florence, David couldn't help but wonder whether Steven might pop the question. But, "Steven's not always one for an obvious cue," David tells us. On their last day, Steven, who unbeknownst to David had been carrying the ring in his pocket the entire trip waiting for the perfect spot, finally found his moment and dropped to one knee to propose.

The couple visited The Hospitium on a wedding open day. They'd long admired the building and, “As soon as we entered, we knew the hunt for a venue was over,” David shares. “It had everything we wanted, space, light, history, and gardens.” So, there was no hesitation in securing 11th July 2024, for the big day.

Find out more about the big day in the Sept/Oct25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download

I'm obsessed with these earrings from our 'Modern Whimsy' shoot in the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding.

They're the Modern Satin Bow Bridal Earrings With Pearl Drop, £17, by Laura Fernandez Design on Etsy.

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A wedding newspaper, just like real wedding couple Star and Ben's, is a great way to share your order-of-the-day. You can also add some fun facts from your love story, or a memorial page for those who can't be with you on the day but are there in spirit. They also make for a great memento of the day for your guests to take home for their keepsake boxes.

Star and Ben sourced theirs from The Crafty Lab (thecraftylab.co.uk).

Find out more about their big day in the Jul/Aug25 issue of Your Yorkshire Wedding, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download