Tie the Knot Scotland

A LUXURY WEDDING DOESN’T ALWAYS HAVE TO MEAN showy statements or endless extravagance. What’s really come through while putting together our annual luxe issue is that true luxury lies in time – the chance to slow down, savour the day and be surrounded by the people you love most. That’s a view shared by the venues in our ‘Luxe List’ feature (p.64) and echoed by couples in this issue’s featured weddings. Yes, there are eye-catching floral installations (p.200), couture bridal capes (p.206) and spectacular settings in both city (p.106) and country (p.144), but the common thread running through them all is that experiencing emotion, joy and laughter with those closest to you is what makes a wedding feel truly rich. Elsewhere in venues, we go behind the scenes at two…

OLD An ‘old’ fabric with enduring appeal, romantic and versatile lace has never really left the bridal spotlight – but it’s riding a full-scale revival for 2026 with designers using the fabric’s textures and intricate motifs to create gowns that channel both heritage and modern elegance. Expect to see full corded lace gowns and delicate Chantilly lace in particular. It’s got A-list appeal too, with Selena Gomez turning heads in a custom Ralph Lauren gown featuring sheer lace panels at her September 2025 wedding (one of three dresses she wore) and Lauren Sánchez Bezos in head-to-toe Italian lace courtesy of Dolce and Gabbana. NEW We adore floral design artist Lucienne Luxe’s fresh new spin on a bridal bouquet. For bride Nikki Wheeler, the Glasgow florist dreamt up a sculptural floral…

First thing’s first: how do we set a budget? Talking about money is never easy, but it’s really important that you and your partner are honest with each other from the get-go about how much you’re willing to spend on your wedding day. “Start with your financial comfort zone – the amount you’re genuinely happy to spend,” suggests Jamie Neil of Edinburgh-based planner NOVU Weddings. “From there, outline your top priorities as a couple. Perhaps it’s the venue, or the guest experience or the photography. Knowing what matters most will shape where your money goes.” Lots of things can have an impact on your bottom line, such as the number of guests, the venue and the time of year. “Even the day of the week or how bespoke your suppliers…

DOWN UNDER DEBUT Australian designer Moira Hughes has officially joined the line-up at Anne Priscilla Bridal, with the Society collection now available to try during an exclusive Glasgow trunk show. From November, the Miller Street boutique will house its own permanent samples, each fully customisable and available to order in any size. Look out for the lace Zepher robe, Breeze bodice [left] and Hendrix gown with veil. Prices range from £2,500–£4,000, with a 9–12 month lead time for bespoke orders. BUSY SEASON It’s all happening at Unbridaled in Ayr this winter. December sees the return of its hugely popular three-week sample sale, with discounts of up to 90% across around 100 gowns – a rare chance for savvy brides to find designer dresses fast. Then in January, the boutique welcomes…

Suppliers + creatives Photography Gemma Purdon Photography Creative lead and bridalwear Opus Couture, West Kilbride Venue The Exchange, Glasgow Model Kirsten Cameron, Aquarius Creative Content creation Weddings by Aquarius Hair Hair by Bella Lorena Makeup Kirsty Martin Decor Winton Weddings and Events When Kirsten Cameron, now Mrs Coakley – star of BBC Scotland’s ‘The Agency: Unfiltered’ and co-founder of influencer and social media agency, Aquarius Creative – tied the knot in Mallorca she broke the (Scottish) internet. Kirsten said her ‘legal I dos’ to now-husband Adam at Glasgow city-centre venue, The Exchange, before they jetted off to Spain. Here, a talented team of suppliers and creatives recreated her bridal magic. Opus Couture – a luxury bridal boutique in West Kilbride – explains the inspiration behind it: “It was such a…

Veni Infantino at Bentleys of Banchory Bentleys of Banchory’s owner Irene Mackie praises Veni Infantino for creating “modern, stylish classics that flatter every woman – tall, petite, slim or curvy.” The label’s latest designs include chic navy jumpsuits, floaty crepe dresses and playful two-tone prints, all crafted to offer comfort and sophistication. Expect luxe fabrics, flattering cuts and head-turning colourways that lend themselves to every style of wedding. One of Irene’s standout picks is the new 992773, a lime-and-navy A-line dress: “It’s such a cheeky little number – the colours marry together beautifully, and the fabric catches the light whether the sun shines or not.” Couture-Club at Mia Bella Spanish label Couture-Club is redefining what modern occasionwear looks like, moving beyond the traditional matching skirt-and-jacket set, offering sleek jumpsuits and…