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Rings - what's your engaement ring like and what wedding ring are you having?!
MrsB-to-be, 19 January, 2013 at 17:33

Went wedding ring shopping today and was certain I was just going to have a plain 2mm platinum band... My ring looks roughly like this... Platinum, 13 diamonds: So today I tried a 'bow tie' wedding...

Maria, an hour ago 31 8,178
Red Baroness
Hatton Garden jewellers - recommendations?
Red Baroness, 21 February, 2011 at 10:36

Mr Ily and I are planning a trip to Hatton Garden this week to choose our wedding rings. Anyone have any recommendations?

Maria, an hour ago 23 24,618
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Barcelona Hen Party - Places to Stay
MoorWedding, 14 November, 2014 at 13:10

Hello I am planning my hen party for the end of July (2015) in Barcelona. There will be 15 of us, and I was wondering if anybody has any recommendations for places to stay. Looking for somewhere close...

Alif, 4 hours ago 12 3,894 1
Mrs_Conduct
Wedding Reports...
Mrs_Conduct, 17 October, 2016 at 12:52

Hi Everyone, I got a bit distracted at work this morning and started reading older wedding reports. But the search function doesn't seem to be working - so are there any OM's on here who'd like to...

Hellen, 4 hours ago 8 1,339
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Show me your wedding dresses :)
Blondie_bride, 5 March, 2017 at 14:59

Hello lovely brides and bride to be's, I have been to a few bridal boutiques and still not found 'the one'. There's a couple I like but I haven't found anything with the wow factor that I am after. I...

HappyIvoryDiamonds19, 4 hours ago 33 6,009
Katrina
Wedding fast approaching :) 3 months to go so exccccciiiitttteedd!
Katrina, 6 November, 2024 at 12:51

We are nearly at the 3 month mark we get married in February 2025 I cant believe where the time has gone I have been really organized ticking wedding tasks off one at a time. Not got to many things...

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Games to play at a Hen Party Weekend??
BrogstarBride, 22 February, 2013 at 12:55

We are going to a Spa for the weekend and I want to play some fun games in the evening and ideas? x

Alex, 5 hours ago 11 7,473
Dani
Budget like a pro with our new tool! 🤓
Dani, 15 July, 2024 at 09:11

Hey lovebirds, So you're probably wondering what's so special about a calculator? Introducing the brand new Hitched wedding budget calculator that will help you to find your ideal budget to plan your...

James, yesterday at 18:44 1 52 1
Dani
Q2) You haven’t entered our monthly £3,000 draw! Why not? 🤔
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Hey couples, We want to find out why you’re missing your chance to WIN £3,000?!... Join our survey: Q1) Did you know we gift £3,000 to one lucky couple every month? 💸 Answer here! Q2) Vote and...

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Save the Date’s
Lucy, 13 October, 2024 at 14:54

Hi all, I’m getting married in March 2026, and wondering when would be the best time to send the Save the Dates? It’s so exciting so I feel as though I want to send them as soon as I can, but the...

Keerthi, yesterday at 11:57 10 554 1
Dani
Q1) Did you know we gift £3,000 to one lucky couple every month?! 💸
Dani, 16 October, 2024 at 14:36

Hey couples! Have you heard about our monthly Hitched Rewards competition? If you haven’t entered yet, what are you waiting for... Join our survey: Q1) Vote and comment below! 👇 Q2) Haven’t entered?...

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HITCHED REWARDS: WIN £3,000!!! 💰
Dani, 5 August, 2024 at 10:34

Hey everyone, We have some very exciting news to share with you!! Say hello to Hitched Rewards - where you plan your dream wedding on Hitched while submitting entries to WIN £3,000! Cha-ching💸 *** How...

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Victoria
Are Hitched vendors Legit? And Vetted by Hitched?
Victoria, 20 August, 2024 at 14:33

Are the vendors at Hitched vetted by the platform? I really like a vendor I found on Hitched but it has no online presence and no reviews. How can I know it is legit and not a scam?

Donald, tuesday 19-Nov-24 17 296
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Betting/Gambling Wedding Favour Ideas
LuxuriousRedHair663, 5 February, 2018 at 19:47

My fiancé and I love betting - football coupons, betting at the races etc! Looking to do a few different things! Iv heard of football coupons, single bets on horses...! Just wanting something bit more...

Kevinobroy, tuesday 19-Nov-24 9 1,864
Daniella
Confetti
Daniella, 27 October, 2024 at 13:57

Hiya, We've been told by our venue that we can have dried lavender flowers for confetti if we are having our ceremony outside. We do hope to have our ceremony outside (weather permitting) but I'm not...

David, tuesday 19-Nov-24 18 182
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Where can I buy ready made Biodegradable paper
Thesom, 12 September, 2015 at 16:35

Hi there I would like to make my own biodegradable confetti but can't seem to find anywhere to buy this in sheets/ rolls does anyone know where to get this, also any idea where to get custom shaped...

gretta, monday 18-Nov-24 4 4,280
ClaireD*
Can anyone recommend a Makeup Artist in Nottingham?
ClaireD*, 6 December, 2013 at 21:35

Hi there, Really feeling disappointed right now. I'd booked a make-up artist called Claire-Elizabeth for a trial, but she didn't turn up, and didn't return my voicemail when I called to check what was...

Mahira, monday 18-Nov-24 9 5,974
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Hair extensions?
thatlassoverthere, 10 June, 2018 at 17:16

Hi everyone, I'm getting married in Italy this September and want to give some extra length to my shoulder length hair. My hair is quite thick so I'm not worried about volume, but am completely new to...

Daniel, monday 18-Nov-24 4 1,252
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Games for family get together!
PenelopeP, 25 September, 2008 at 11:22

We're having a family get together the day before our wedding. Most of our families have never met because mine live abroad. We're getting together in the afternoon for afternoon tea and I was...

Alishay, monday 18-Nov-24 12 9,035
Alexandra
Export information from hitched
Alexandra, 27 September, 2024 at 15:54

Does anyone know how to export their guest email addresses ? I also need to somehow export their table plan I have made and the mean choices my guests have given?? Many thanks

Ella, sunday 17-Nov-24 11
Marty
House venue
Marty, 6 October, 2024 at 13:47

Hi. Trying to plan a small wedding with 30ish guests. Looking to rent a large house for the reception with a DJ, marquee in the garden and a couple of food trucks, rather than the usual formal sit...

Ella, sunday 17-Nov-24 19
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Is it rude not to invite long term partners/husbands?
Randomsabreur, 30 March, 2011 at 11:53

As the title says, really. Also, if you're not invited with your fiance to their wedding, would it be appropriate to not invite a friend's husband and save the per head charge/space that way. Really...

Jonathan, sunday 17-Nov-24 41 24,905 1
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Twilight weddings
HappyBlueBridesmaid4886, 5 November, 2024 at 13:44

Hi, can anyone reccomend anywhere for a twilight wedding please? Struggling to find many places that do them. Thanks so much in advance

Ella, saturday 16-Nov-24 2 31
Mrs_Rolfe_2b
Cost of wedding flowers?
Mrs_Rolfe_2b, 15 April, 2011 at 14:18

I am trying to do my budget, and i have no idea how much flowers cost! I know its a broad question and i know it will vary according to location (im in west midlands) flower type etc. I'm having small...

Ella, saturday 16-Nov-24 27 170,824
moomin8804
Soap and glory products? which ones would you recomend??
moomin8804, 2 March, 2009 at 16:42

Hi Girls! I've been hearing lots of good stuff about the soap and glory range lately! With my wedding in 4 months-ish i want to start a serious beauty regime, as my skin can be very tempremental (sp?)...

Ella, saturday 16-Nov-24 7 3,507
daisymoo86
Wood slices...
daisymoo86, 8 September, 2015 at 09:42

I've got myself some wood slices from gumtree (hurrah!) however the seller didn't know whether they had been treated or not. (She bought them for her wedding which now isn't going ahead). So should I...

Ella, saturday 16-Nov-24 5 4,617
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Buying book paper to make flowers?
2026Bridetobe, 10 November, 2024 at 10:22

Hi everyone, Has anyone used paper flowers or made their own at all? Fiancé and I really like the style of the origami flowers made out of books. I know you can buy them but we wanted to try and make...

Ella, saturday 16-Nov-24 2 13
Autumnroseee
FLASH ME YOUR WEDDING CAKES!
Autumnroseee, 21 May, 2012 at 11:33

Hey guys, I'm looking for ideas for wedding cakes? there's a few I've been like "oh that nice!" but no "I love it I have to have it!" So what cakes are you guys having/ planning to have? plus what...

Brucebanner, saturday 16-Nov-24 86 19,332
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Cricket Themed Wedding
Cherrystar3, 30 November, 2016 at 16:04

Hi Ladies (and Gents), I hope you are all well. I am new here so please bear with my while I get acquainted with you all. I got engaged in March 2016 and have booked our wedding venue for 27th April...

IrvinBurger, friday 15-Nov-24 6 3,508
Dani
Bold, colourful flowers are the vibe for 2025! 🌺
Dani, 6 November, 2024 at 14:38

Hey, Are you all about the bold blooms, or are you taking your wedding style in a different direction? Check out this colourful wedding vibe 👇 Subscribe to our Youtube channel to keep up with all the...

HerdingPup, friday 15-Nov-24 2 33
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Excited
Amelie, 6 November, 2024 at 20:49

Cant wait for my wedding!!!

Lea, thursday 14-Nov-24 1 16
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Civil ceremony help
Danniella, 1 November, 2024 at 20:19

Hi, I’m getting married at 2025 and having a civil ceremony with the ceremony and reception taking place at the same venue. Can anyone help with what I need to arrange for the ceremony? What’s usually...

Lea, thursday 14-Nov-24 22

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