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jen-lou
Good Luck Messages.....
jen-lou, 10 September, 2014 at 15:34

Can't remember who suggested it, but glad to see Hitched have set up a seperate sub-group for the good luck threads, who's going to be first in there then?

Cat In A Teacup, wednesday 10-Sep-14 6 1,110
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DIY sweet cart vs Hiring a wedding cart?
Lauren.sam16, 8 September, 2014 at 21:33

Hi all Wondering if anyone has any thoughts on DIY sweet stall vs hiring a wedding cart? My wedding is coral (colour) theme and I thought saving money we should DIY it and incorporate coral- unsure if...

miss_winter14, wednesday 10-Sep-14 5 8,530
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I can't afford my dream dress!
smiler217, 10 September, 2014 at 15:34

So I found this dress that I love, must have tried on about a dozen so far and this is the ONE!!!!! Only problem is I'm having a small wedding with a small budget and this totally blows it! I can get...

I-go-by-many-names, wednesday 10-Sep-14 5 1,017
Panjita
Indian/Sikh Wedding Greeting Card - Personalised
Panjita, 9 September, 2014 at 11:48

Very specific I know, but do any HIBs make these? If so can you show me examples? Does anyone have any recommendations of where I can purchase one?

Panjita, wednesday 10-Sep-14 3 1,112
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Bridesmaids lacking enthusiasm?!?!
Perrygrigg, 7 September, 2014 at 20:37

Hi all, Have been planning my wedding which is June 2015 for a few months now. Picked bridesmaids, one my older sister, two best friends and my sisters step daughter. My sister and friends have been...

Em1986, wednesday 10-Sep-14 17 3,102
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Civil Ceremony Music :) HELP !
MissPod, 6 September, 2014 at 17:22

Anyone able to recommend how I go about choosing instrumental music. Our DJ Suggested looking at the Vitamin String Quartet stuff, but I'm not so keen. Anyone have any fab ideas ? or experience they...

flowersinherhair, wednesday 10-Sep-14 17 2,979
BrideCummins14
Twobirds
BrideCummins14, 9 September, 2014 at 12:28

Hi all! Been off here for a while!! I love the two birds dresses but I know there are cheaper alternatives - can't remember where though. In sure debenhams have some? Can anyone help please? X

Nessa_EssexBride, wednesday 10-Sep-14 2 1,141
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HELP...... Are there any BYOB venues in Kent????
bajan-fox, 8 September, 2014 at 21:55

I am struggling to find a venue that can hold upto 200 people where you can bring your own alcohol in kent, preferably near Canterbury. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Cat In A Teacup, tuesday 9-Sep-14 3 1,217
Nature Bride
Average price for wedding album?
Nature Bride, 9 September, 2014 at 17:50

Hi all, I just wondered what people have paid for their wedding albums from their photographers. Ours is offering one for quite a lot of money and I just wanted to check the going rate for a hard...

MrsShep, tuesday 9-Sep-14 1 875
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Weddington boots (wedding wellies!)
HappyRedDecor119, 28 May, 2014 at 16:49

Just came across these and think they are brilliant! Bit expensive (£39.99) for a pair of wellies that won't be wore long tho... Anyone know were I could get a cheaper pair?!?...

Sparkly Bear, tuesday 9-Sep-14 6 3,888
MrsShep
Kinda OT, Gypsy Matchmaker
MrsShep, 7 September, 2014 at 14:01

Did anyone else watch this? I've just watched it, and can't get my head around trying to marry your kids off at 13yrs old.

MrsShep, monday 8-Sep-14 6 920
Love&Lavender
Hand tied bouquet vs shower bouquet price
Love&Lavender, 8 September, 2014 at 11:37

Hi all, I was originally going to have a shower bouquet and was quoted a price for this. I remember the florist at the time mentioned they are expensive as the flowers have to wired. I have since...

overtherainbow, monday 8-Sep-14 5 1,250
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Hen do help... Marbella v. Benidorm
missgeebee, 8 September, 2014 at 12:27

Hello lovelies, i need some help please. My lovely bms have done all the planning but i'm now left to decide between Marbella or Benidorm. And i have no idea!! Two really want to go to benidrom and 2...

Moonbeam88, monday 8-Sep-14 4 3,355
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Light hearted Readings that can be read by friends
rach_S_, 7 September, 2014 at 20:52

Evening All. We are just looking at readings for our ceremony that can be read by a couple of friends, does anyone have any recommendations of light hearted, fun readings? Thank you!

Ddpunk, monday 8-Sep-14 6 30,520
alexandrawedding@hotmail.co.uk
Tell me about your little extras and personal touches :-)
alexandrawedding@hotmail.co.uk, 4 September, 2014 at 22:14

I guess I'm obsessive! But I've been dreaming of my wedding for so long I don't want to miss anything! Id love to hear about what little extras (entertainment, food, favours, surprises) you have...

xcocowux, monday 8-Sep-14 22 3,464
sweetlikechocolate
stuck on hair accessories. please give me a flash ;-)
sweetlikechocolate, 7 September, 2014 at 17:32

I am trying to decide what hair accessories to have. I am thinking of having my hair something like this but not sure if i want a headband, a slide in the back, a band across my forehead. Ahhhhhh so...

xcocowux, monday 8-Sep-14 5 1,209
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Lace keyhole coverlet/ shrug. Where to buy?
, 7 September, 2014 at 21:54

Http://i00.i.aliimg.com/photo/v0/1947525668/YWD11025_New_design_two_way_lace_keyhole.jpg Hi guys, Im trying to find a coverlet like the one that come with this dress. Where can you get them on there...

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Help for accommodation in Ibiza!
HappyYellowCakes81, 17 August, 2014 at 15:24

Hi all, We're getting married at Elixir in June next year! I'm looking to book our accommodation and like the idea of having our friends and family nearby so we can do lots of pre-post wedding...

CharleyElizabeth, sunday 7-Sep-14 4 1,728
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My sister in law to be is a b*tch!
Snowflake92, 6 September, 2014 at 12:08

Hi all, So the wedding planning is going okay and we have most of the big things booked but my sister in law to be is really putting me down and not wanting to get married with her there! Obviously...

danath, saturday 6-Sep-14 4 2,348
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Bridesmaid shawl or something?
katie80uk, 5 September, 2014 at 12:34

I cant seem to find anything to go with my bridesmaid dress, i get married next month so god knows what the weather will be like but want to get a shawl or pashmina or something incase it gets cold...

bettybubble, saturday 6-Sep-14 4 1,613
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Loss of appetite. Normal?
Hisgirl, 4 September, 2014 at 20:02

Got just under 2 months to go and have totally lost my appetite. I'm not even eating half what I used to, even a kids size meal makes me feel stuffed (actually makes me feel like throwing up). Been...

Hisgirl, friday 5-Sep-14 8 2,816
alabastamasta
Alabastamasta's Alice in Wonderland wedding report: Final part **Flash Heavy!**
alabastamasta, 3 September, 2014 at 01:34

Hello! OK - part 1 (DIY extravaganza) We got up and showered, then headed to the breakfast room for a fry up of locally sourced food - delicious and just what the doctor ordered. Then I started on my...

hallowedding, friday 5-Sep-14 39 4,098
MrsHertfordshire
How to keep Cake Toppers
MrsHertfordshire , 4 September, 2014 at 21:44

Hi everyone, We are having sugar moulded cake toppers me, my OH and our beloved jack russell We want to keep them for as long as possible as a keeps sake - is there any cake spray or anything we can...

MOMB, friday 5-Sep-14 2 5,991
CBeckford
London Brides.... Where are you getting ready and who with?!?
CBeckford, 5 September, 2014 at 11:43

Hi Ladies, Happy Friday!! I just wanted some advice if possible. (Apologies in advance if I ramble) We're getting married next July at Stoke Newington Town Hall and having our reception at Clissold...

CBeckford, friday 5-Sep-14 6 1,346
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When did you speak to your caterers?
MrsB2015, 5 September, 2014 at 12:27

Hi All We booked our reception venue back in march, when we booked we were advised that we had to use there caterers. (it is a marquee with external caterers). We have not yet been given the details...

CBeckford, friday 5-Sep-14 5 642
CBeckford
Wedding rings in London
CBeckford, 4 September, 2014 at 11:09

Hi all, Are there any London brides who have already bought their rings? We're going to start looking around soon but I'm at a total loss as to where to start! We're not after anything mega flashy,...

YellowDuckie, thursday 4-Sep-14 7 1,746
kimiu
ebay wedding invitations
kimiu, 2 September, 2014 at 14:35

We had originally chosen some lovely invitations from debenhams, but at almost £4 each, I had a reality check and realised I could use that money better elsewhere! We then ordered a sample from...

kimiu, thursday 4-Sep-14 14 2,011
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Alcohol free wedding favour ideas please.
celticcurl, 2 September, 2014 at 15:17

We have decided to do favours - most of these will be alcohol miniatures - we are making limoncello, strawberry vodka, blackberry vodka etc and have found mini bottles at a really good price. But...

alabastamasta, thursday 4-Sep-14 6 3,840
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High street bridesmaids dresses
CharlotteHR, 2 September, 2014 at 11:04

Hi everyone! We just booked our venue this weekend for next October and I'm already having a look around at various bits and pieces to prepare. But the one thing I seem to be really stuck on is...

MrsB88, wednesday 3-Sep-14 19 3,931
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Marquee advice for July wedding?
rusticbride2b, 2 September, 2014 at 13:31

Hi everyone, I'm getting married in July next year on a farm. i am hoping for really good sunny weather as we want the whole thing to be an outdoor, rustic, picnic style theme with people eating on...

rusticbride2b, wednesday 3-Sep-14 3 688
BellaxXx
Just booked our wedding venue !!!!
BellaxXx, 2 September, 2014 at 16:22

Hi, I am so excited, I have booked our wedding venue and date. I am so excited . We are getting married 30th September 2017 . Anyone else getting married this day??

kelboo100, tuesday 2-Sep-14 5 1,204
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Booking your registrar
Bridally, 28 August, 2014 at 08:37

Hi Everyone, we were told by quite a few venues you can only book your registrar 12 months to the date of your wedding. I've seen people post on here that they have booked their registrar with more...

Bridally, tuesday 2-Sep-14 17 3,801

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