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bliss_balloons
Giving Notice
bliss_balloons , 10 April, 2014 at 09:38

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...

AuntieBJ, friday 11-Apr-14 18 1,851
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Nightmare bridesmaid
Sophkc, 7 April, 2014 at 13:31

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....

MrsCWB, thursday 10-Apr-14 21 3,796
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Black bridesmaid dresses??
Fenellasmum, 8 April, 2014 at 20:38

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...

DrBuffles, thursday 10-Apr-14 10 2,305
MrsBeckiW
Our Harry Potter Cake Topper
MrsBeckiW, 10 April, 2014 at 08:28

We got sent pictures of our cake topper this morning. It's awesome!

smccallum, thursday 10-Apr-14 14 2,893
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How many guest at registry office
0sparkle0, 10 April, 2014 at 01:12

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...

InkedDoll, thursday 10-Apr-14 2 6,235
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Help with party after elopement please!
MrsACF, 9 April, 2014 at 13:28

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...

miss_winter14, thursday 10-Apr-14 8 7,365
pammy67
Any Stella fans? yes this is WP related
pammy67, 3 April, 2014 at 09:13

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...

pammy67, wednesday 9-Apr-14 16 3,875
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Anyone used sweetheart stationery
MrsB2015, 9 April, 2014 at 21:24

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

MrsB2015, wednesday 9-Apr-14 429
lc93
How on earth did you choose your colour scheme?!
lc93, 5 April, 2014 at 17:43

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...

MrsCWB, wednesday 9-Apr-14 27 2,236
MrsChowdhury2Be
Nikah Ceremony
MrsChowdhury2Be, 9 April, 2014 at 02:18

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...

MrsChowdhury2Be, wednesday 9-Apr-14 2 1,005
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Pound World Find
missgeebee, 9 April, 2014 at 16:10

Hi guys, Saw these jars in poundworld at lunch time thought some of you may be interrested for sweet carts etc...

missgeebee, wednesday 9-Apr-14 1 993
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Farms to hire for weddings - does anyone know any in Hampshire
rosannaclarke, 13 October, 2009 at 11:04

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!...

Teri_M, wednesday 9-Apr-14 9 24,557
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Anyone had their wedding reception at Dana villas Santorini?
Meri meri , 9 April, 2014 at 07:38

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...

bec84, wednesday 9-Apr-14 1,008
emabee
Empty room....what to do with it?
emabee, 18 March, 2014 at 20:26

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...

emabee, tuesday 8-Apr-14 11 1,884
jen-lou
Balloons.....
jen-lou, 7 April, 2014 at 13:07

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?

INeverThought, tuesday 8-Apr-14 42 3,799
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Kids party bags bargains **flash**
, 7 April, 2014 at 19:38

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...

INeverThought, tuesday 8-Apr-14 7 1,634
cinnamon009
Wedding dress shopping stress - rant warning
cinnamon009, 6 April, 2014 at 10:34

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...

Trish2014, tuesday 8-Apr-14 15 4,070
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Chair covers! :(
, 4 April, 2014 at 20:48

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...

Elixia, tuesday 8-Apr-14 59 4,048
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Veil and dress clash?
Holster86, 8 April, 2014 at 10:52

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...

cosmictrout, tuesday 8-Apr-14 2 904
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OH ring advice and alba rose advice
MrsB2015, 7 April, 2014 at 21:54

OH has seen a ring he likes on alba rose but were a bit worried that ordering online we can't see the quality or try it on. Does anyone have any feedback on alba rose or has anyone seen a ring like...

bliss_balloons, tuesday 8-Apr-14 10 1,547
TreacleTart
Wooden chairs - seat pads or not? (Flash)
TreacleTart, 7 April, 2014 at 18:58

Hi all, our venue has wooden chairs (see pic) n I t's been pointed out to me that it might get a bit uncomfortable to sit on them throughout dinner, what are your thoughts? I'm usually the first to...

TreacleTart, tuesday 8-Apr-14 7 1,684
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No speeches, just toasts?
Sept14, 7 April, 2014 at 13:22

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...

miss_winter14, monday 7-Apr-14 5 1,801
Katianne
Buying suits as oppose to hiring
Katianne, 15 September, 2013 at 08:57

Whilst out yesterday my OH tried on a couple of suits in a well known high street clothing store and found one he really liked. He's gone for a slim fit rather than the traditional cut, teaming it up...

sophiesofa, monday 7-Apr-14 25 3,728
I-go-by-many-names
Seeing the groom before the end of the aisle
I-go-by-many-names, 6 April, 2014 at 19:10

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...

lilbeth, monday 7-Apr-14 18 2,113
loopy_lisa 91
How would you describe your dress? Include *flashes* if you want!
loopy_lisa 91, 3 April, 2014 at 10:27

As title really. How would you describe your dress? Ballgown? Princess? Mermaid? Trumpet? Colum? Feel free to *flash* your dress too! ? I'd say (when it is finished) mine will be an a-line,...

Trish2014, monday 7-Apr-14 70 8,784
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Bouquet Picture Locket/Charm
Iona1651, 7 April, 2014 at 13:17

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...

Nicksy88, monday 7-Apr-14 1,019
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father/daughter dance
, 5 April, 2014 at 21:09

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...

rachd03, monday 7-Apr-14 15 2,304
BubblesKM
Invitation wording re kids..... Pls help me
BubblesKM, 5 April, 2014 at 22:09

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

ATB, monday 7-Apr-14 20 3,075
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Pimms/Austins (aldi version) Does it go off?
leffers5555, 6 April, 2014 at 09:34

Good morning As per title, does Pimms/Austins go off? We are having Pimms as one of the reception drinks and to 'save' money we were planning on buying a bottle here and there to not have all the...

leffers5555, sunday 6-Apr-14 5 10,837
missmandymoo
Cheshire pre-wedding shoot locations
missmandymoo, 4 April, 2014 at 20:03

Hi, Does anyone know any fields/parks/gardens in the Cheshire area that may be suitable for a pre-wedding shoot? The shoot is only going to take an hour so ideally somewhere that is either free or has...

lottie.f, saturday 5-Apr-14 4 916
MrsB88
Wedding cake vs cupcake tower
MrsB88, 2 April, 2014 at 18:43

So i have a regular 'cake lady' who i get all my cakes from for special occassions etc. Was very disapointed when she told me she doesn't do wedding cakes but she does cupcake towers! Decided i wanted...

ClaireD*, friday 4-Apr-14 12 2,101
victoriahbell
Fortune teller?
victoriahbell, 2 April, 2014 at 14:11

Hi All We are getting married on 06 April 2015 and we're having a carnival theme reception. I really like the idea of having a fortune teller at the reception just for fun, but my parents think it...

ClaireD*, friday 4-Apr-14 11 2,398

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