Discussions from Planning

I'm in my mid forties and first time bride. I can't imagine myself in a wedding dress. I do love dresses though. I plan on looking for a beautiful evening dress instead. Has anyone else not had a...

I seen a lot of people on here giving notice just a few months before the wedding, I've checked our paperwork and it says we must give notice between 23rd August 2014 and 23rd November 2014 for our...

My bridesmaid was a friend of myself and my fiancee, and was there from the start of our relationship, so I thought it right that she be a bridesmaid. She was so excited for us when we got engaged....

Hi, I'm considering black dresses with orange sashes? I've seen a picture on the internet but didn't save it and can't find it again . Does anyone have any photos like this they wouldn't mind sharif...

Hi I'm getting married at a registry office I want just the close family there to share our special moment I.e. Close family Mum dad sister couple of close friends and my h2b's two sisters and there...

OH and I are eloping to the Lake District – for many and varied reasons I won’t bore you with on here. Entirely our choice and one we are very excited about. Our intention though has been to have some...

Hi chapesses and chaps Just wondered if there were any other Stella fans on here and if so did you see the final episode of Series 3 when Luke and Zoe got married? Auntie Brenda and Dai Davies sang...

I am waiting for some samples but wondered if anyone had used them before? xx

Hi all - I know I've still got a long way to go yet 'til W-Day, but I was discharged from hospital yesterday after surgery and I'm recuperating and feeling sorry for myself, so indulging in some...

Afternoon all Ahhh 12 days to go! This weekend I am putting together a playlist of background music for the wedding breakfast. I'm aiming for 90 mins long but if it's shorter it can just be repeated....

Hello ladies Is there anyone else having a traditional Muslim Nikah along with a civil ceremony? I know its a long shot but would be interested in talking to anyone in the same boat as me, so to speak...

Hi, I am looking for a farm / land including barn or farmhouse to hire in Hampshire. Catering etc is not necessary as we will sort that ourselves. Any ideas or help are much appreciated. Many thanks!...

Hi there, we're getting married in Santorini next May. Yay!!! We really want to have the ceremony at Dan Villas (I attended as a guest a few years ago and it was magical!). We were hoping to have the...

I’m really hoping someone on here is going through the same thing....!! My fiancé and I live in Scotland, but as I’m from Manchester (and my parents still live there), we’re getting married in England...

We are getting married in August above a beautiful London pub. We have a huge dance floor and a separate bar with an empty room in between. It will be used for reception drinks during the day but will...

I was just wondering what your thoughts are of balloons as decorations at a wedding? I am undecided if I like the idea or not, so what do you guys think?

I've got 6 kids aged between 5 and 12 attending our wedding. I went to Home Bargains today and got all of this for £22 so approximately £3.60 per child. Thought I'd share for anyone wanting cheap but...

I'm getting stressed over choosing a dress and after three shops I have two possibles but no clear winner yet. But what I am finding more stressful is the limitation placed on what dresses I can try...

So I went to see my venue and meet my new wedding co-ordinator this week. She's informed me that the venue isn't buying new chairs like we had previously been told, and instead we'll have to use the...

Hello Wondering if anyone can help me - I have found a dress that I love BHS Grace which is gorgeous for the money! I want to add a cathedral veil as the dress has no train and have ordered 2 from...

Hi From the start both my OH and Dad said they weren't comfrotable with making a speech, which is fine with me as I'd hate to do it too and don't want it to spoil their day. My mum suggested that we...

How many of you are seeing your groom before you get to the end of the aisle at the ceremony? I'd love to know what your plans are, especially if you're not one for tradition like us. We are almost...

Has anyone bought a bouquet picture locket/charm to attach to their bouquet? Been looking on Etsy but there are so many. I want to add a picture of my dad to it and attach to my bouquet so he will be...

What are peoples thoughts on father/daughter dances? I really don't know what to do. Growing up I was a proper daddys little girl. I'm the youngest of 3 girls and the last to get married so I know...

Its one of those things people tell you you'll regret not getting a VOG .... but I dont :/ I'm thinking i can't be the only one that doesn't regret not filming my wedding. I hate the sound my own...

We are inviting some kids (my nieces and my god children) how can I say nicely In our invites that some kids are coming but some aren't???? Xxx