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.

Tie the Knot Scotland

Editor’s WELCOME

SOMETHING OLD, NEW, BORROWED & BLUE • Each issue we round up unique ways to incorporate these traditions

YOUR DAY YOUR WAY • It’s traditional, so you have to do it. Or do you? This is your wedding, after all! Here are 11 customs to embrace, ditch or tweak

Afternoon tea at the Old Course Hotel • Beth Forsyth was invited to the freshly refurbished Road Hole restaurant at the famed St Andrews hotel to sample its modern take on an age-old culinary classic

How she FOUND THE ONE • Some things are just meant to be: Spanish bride Ana fell for a beautiful ballgown by Spain’s Luna Novias when she visited Kudos Bridal in her adopted home town of Dunfermline

Style radar • SUMMER MIGHT BE COMING TO AN END, BUT NEW STYLES AND SALES ARE SURE TO KEEP THE SUNSHINE AROUND A LITTLE LONGER, EMMA SIMPER SAYS

Marriage mailbag • Already stressing about doing justice to your gown? Emma Simper hears from Admire Bridal Dressing, the specialist service that keeps brides worry- and wrinkle-free

TWO’S COMPANY • A double bill of Scottish styled shoots featuring top wedding suppliers and lots of inspiration

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HOW SHE DESIGNED THE ONE • For her son’s Italian wedding, Lisa Williams seized the chance to wear something bold, bright and bespoke – and found it in a one-of-a-kind hat made close to home

A GUIDE TO lab-grown diamonds • As man-made gems become more popular for engagement and wedding rings, Eve MacDonald hears how they differ from natural stones

The big jewellery Q&A • Steven Coll, owner and director of Tom Coll Jewellery, takes us behind the scenes at the family-run Glasgow workshop and showroom

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Real - life BEAUTY • Emma Simper spoke to the experts behind two beautiful bridal looks – because radiant skin and perfect hairstyles don’t just happen by chance

HIRE or BUY • Is your outfit just for the day or do you want to keep it forever? Eve MacDonald hears the arguments in favour of both

Easy ways to make it your own • Finishing touches to consider for your special day

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How he FOUND THE ONE • With the wedding just weeks away, Callum tells us why he turned to Slater Made to Order in Glasgow for a custom suit worthy of his big moment

GROOMS’ STYLE • There was no shortage of grooms’ options on the runway at The Scottish Wedding Show. Here are some of the highlights…

PUT YOUR STAMP ON IT • Castle, hotel, barn or historic hall, choosing the venue is just the start. Emma Simper speaks to coordinators who know their spaces best about how to make each one feel unmistakably yours

One enchanted evening versus embracing the magic • The rise of twilight dos and the growing popularity of multi-day celebrations means many venues are starting to cater to more than just the ‘standard’ wedding timeline. Here’s Eve MacDonald’s pick of some of those doing it best

Date with destiny • To help you find your dream venue, we asked coordinators from four of Scotland’s finest to answer the questions that matter. Ready to swipe right?

Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort • Personalised experiences, picturesque views and a passionate team are all part of weddings at this five-star Renfrewshire venue, discovers Hazel Scott

Mar Hall at a glance...