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Wedding entertainment
Jaison, 20 November, 2023 at 18:46

First time posting here but of a long post, and this is so far from tradition, so my fiancée actually proposed to me, so me the groom is currently planning out wedding, I’m trying so hard I feel like...

Anna, tuesday 2-Jun-26 6 419 2
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Wedding dress made in China
sarahcarroll20, 31 March, 2012 at 08:26

Hi there I was wondering if any of you have had experiences that you could share about having your wedding dress made in China? I am really considering this as it is so much cheaper, but was wondering...

Willium, monday 1-Jun-26 26 26,499
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What kind of kitchen do caterers need?
sugarloaf, 12 July, 2012 at 01:11

I think I've found a reception venue that works for us- 10 min drive from ceremony venue, looks nice, is quite inexpensive to hire, and communication so far has been brilliant. And no extra charges...

Jacob, monday 1-Jun-26 11 1,407
momai
Wedding planning book
momai, 19 October, 2023 at 23:59

Can anyone recommend a book that I can use to help with organising our wedding?

JackTheCool, monday 1-Jun-26 2 60
crazylilemma
Wedding Abroad.. UK Reception
crazylilemma, 23 March, 2014 at 15:54

Hi, hope you can help! We are planning a fairly small wedding abroad in Greece next year and then having quite a big reception back home in the UK. Has anyone else done/doing this? Just a bit unsure...

Sophia, monday 1-Jun-26 16 9,134
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February Flowers and Colours
melissayoung, 22 July, 2010 at 13:28

Hi everyone, I'm just after a bit of advice/ideas. Our wedding is booked for February 12th next year and we haven't decided on a colour yet. The venue is really neutral so we are not restricted in...

Avion, sunday 31-May-26 14 8,412
Dani
Wedding packages from less than £2,000! 🤑
Dani, 28 June, 2024 at 13:09

Hey everyone! Listen up 🔊 we've got some amazing wedding packages on offer starting at less than £2,000! Whether you're after a posh stately home or a cool city do, there's something to suit every...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 3 180
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Hen do ideas in Birmingham
Hannah, 29 January, 2025 at 16:21

Hello, I’m just popping a message on to ask if anyone knows if any ideas to do for my hen do? I’m thinking of having in the city of Birmingham but I don’t know where to start looking for ideas as...

Bumper, sunday 31-May-26 15 317
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Wedding venue with tipis and accessible accommodation
Ben, 28 June, 2024 at 14:51

Hi all, Bit of a longshot. We're looking for a wedding venue that supplies tipis with wedding packages and ideally has some on-site accommodation that is suitable for wheelchair users. We live in...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 4 44
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Wedding
Amna, 29 June, 2024 at 09:52

Wedding day for Amna & Ben

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 6 90
Lisa
From registry office to Catholic Church wedding
Lisa, 29 June, 2024 at 12:20

Hi there, our wedding in in July 25 and we’ve booked our venue over a year ago to have the wedding “celebration” there as well as signing legal documents at the registry office a few days before....

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 3 137
Sophie
Drinks Package
Sophie, 2 July, 2024 at 14:48

Some wedding bar advice please 🥂 We are getting married in Italy and have been given 2 options by our wedding planner for the drinks/bar package. Option 1 - £75 pp for a 2 hour open bar, where they...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 3 204
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Wedding band
Giorgia, 28 November, 2024 at 19:20

Hi, Has anyone come across or booked the band ‘The Vanquish’ for their wedding? Looks really good on YouTube and Facebook but any feedback from people who have used them would be much appreciated!...

Benjamin, sunday 31-May-26 1 34
AllyD
Where to look for flower girl cardigans?
AllyD, 20 July, 2010 at 10:50

? I'm looking for an ivory flower girl's cardigan for my little girl for my friend's wedding, have tried Debenhams, Next and BHS but haven't seen any I like. Any ideas where else I could try? ?

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 11 3,525
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First Dances
Sawah, 20 July, 2010 at 12:28

Hey Ladies What will you all be having for your first dances? (im sorry if this post has already been Done ?) Will any of you be having Father Daughter dances? If so what song will you be having?...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 20 3,004
Mrs C
Alternative Wedding "Cakes"... anyone having one?
Mrs C, 20 July, 2010 at 22:52

Hello! Well after a long discussion with H2B this evening it seems that even the £60 M&S plain tiers is more than he wants to spend on cake (grrr!)... but I do think he has a point, to an extent!...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 32 21,259
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Belated Hen Night Report
brideseekingblush, 21 July, 2010 at 09:18

Well I had a mad couple of last days at work - 10hours on Mon, 11 on Tues, so I'm a bit late doing this, but hopefully better late than never. We met up at 1030 and went to SpaLondon in Bethnal Green...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 6 678
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Guest List Drama!
StartRiteJ, 21 July, 2010 at 13:10

Hi, I'm currently planning my wedding for next year and on a recent outing with one of my bridesmaid's, she asked if her boyfriend was invited to the Wedding. I replied that he is invited but at the...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 22 1,677
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Anyone ordered from PDA cards and crafts?
, 21 July, 2010 at 20:28

This site seems waaaaaaaaaaaaay too cheap! Has anyone bought any of the pocketfold invites? If so, can anyone flash and tell me if they were pleased with the quality? x

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 15 5,535
Four-Little-Monkeys
Final Meeting with the Registrar today
Four-Little-Monkeys, 22 July, 2010 at 09:43

We have our final meeting with the Registrar today before the wedding. I have a copy of our Order of Day which includes the readings etc, chosen the vows etc a and we have already paid in full in...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 3 1,311
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I have been given the wrong wedding dress!
SammyP, 22 July, 2010 at 12:00

Hi there, I just wanted to see if anyone else has had this problem and would welcome any advice on what to do. Basically I have just discovered that the bridal shop I bought my dress from have made a...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 4 925
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HEN NIGHT IN YORK
nicy85, 22 July, 2010 at 13:49

Im thinking of having my hen do in york next april.. Has anyone been .?? if so what's it like..?? would you recommend it to a group of girls from about 22 to 50 looking to party...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 20 9,861
COCOCHIQUITA1984
How much to clean an engagement ring?
COCOCHIQUITA1984, 23 July, 2010 at 10:53

Blimey where have all the days gone? Can't believe i've only 8 weeks now - eek! I wanted to get my engagement ring cleaned up for the wedding day so it doesn't look all grimey and horrible next to my...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 20 47,227
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Has anyone used Debenhams for their stationery?
mrsmiller2b, 23 July, 2010 at 13:17

Hi Ladies, We ordered our stationery from Debenhams and the paperwork we received advised we'd receive the invites 14 days from approving our proofs. The proofs were approved on the 6th July and I've...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 1 360
Suzie&Karl
Snowflake Jewlery and Hair Accessories
Suzie&Karl, 23 July, 2010 at 15:13

I am looking for my bridesmaids but i cant really find anything i like. I needs to be as cheap as possible. Any ideas? x

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 16 6,592
mrsgreatbatch2b
Oh my god what's the matter with me.
mrsgreatbatch2b, 24 July, 2010 at 18:00

I'm all emotional listening to my wedding music, well a few songs. Thought it would cheer me up after this week. I suppose it is, tears of happiness.

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 11 905
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HELP...please... With colours/bridesmaid dresses...
MrsMRtobe, 24 July, 2010 at 18:42

Omg I'm the worlds most indecisive person so planning a wedding is my absolute nightmare!! I'm really struggling with choosing on the colours and feel like I can't really get anywhere with the proper...

Mohsin, sunday 31-May-26 10 3,871
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DIY Photo Album or as part of the photographer package?
Dolce Gusto, 25 February, 2015 at 13:45

Just wondering about people's views on this - we are looking at photographers and some provide albums as part of a package and others do not. Our preferred one does not provide this, so just wondering...

Dronem, sunday 31-May-26 13 2,599
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Asking for contribution towards wedding album as gift?
loopylou1980, 18 November, 2010 at 11:46

Hi all, I am new to this site, and newly engaged! Woo hoo! We have just booked our photographer and are considering asking for contributions towards our album for our wedding gift. Does this sound...

Willium, saturday 30-May-26 11 3,743
xsammix
Sweet Jar Favour Idea - WDYT?
xsammix, 25 July, 2010 at 15:09

Instead of having "individual" favours me and OH were just thinking of putting a sweet jar on each table instead?? This would just be for the adults....the kids are getting their own individual...

Mohsin, saturday 30-May-26 18 4,746
chocoholic_claire
What did you wear in the morning whilst getting ready?
chocoholic_claire, 26 July, 2010 at 07:40

Morning all! I'm heading out to the shops later to get the last few bits. I have a quick question, what did you wear whilst getting ready in the morning? I'm staying in a hotel and the makeup/hair...

Mohsin, saturday 30-May-26 24 8,303
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Religious blessing after a civil service?
Jelly_Bean, 26 July, 2010 at 10:29

Hi everyone I was just wondering of anyone else is thinking about doing/ has done this? We're having a civil ceremony but the venue we're using has a lovely little chapel that apparently a lot of...

Mohsin, saturday 30-May-26 9 6,861

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