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mrs james 2 b
tights, stockings...
mrs james 2 b, 19 June, 2012 at 15:56

Tights stockin or wear legs...what willl u be doin my legs r on show

nicadele, wednesday 20-Jun-12 7 1,235
pandorasbox
Table numbers versus names?
pandorasbox, 19 June, 2012 at 17:53

Am slightly worrying about the implied 'hirearchy' of having table numbers. We went for this because couldn't think of any theme we were having originally and lots of things seemed a bit cheesy or...

ESW, tuesday 19-Jun-12 16 2,859
Kayels
Positive day! Spreading good vibes to you all! xx xx
Kayels, 19 June, 2012 at 19:25

Hii Girls, In a good wedding mood, booked my UK reception today finally after almost loosing hope and its perfect!!! Going wedding dress shopping on Saturday with my mom, nan and Sister YAAAY!!!...

Kayels, tuesday 19-Jun-12 3 537
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What would be better with this dress: satin or chiffon bolero?
Chedi, 19 June, 2012 at 19:20

Its this one - but in a pale ivory colour: https://www.hitched.co.uk/wedding-dresses/maggie-sottero/bianca/ I'm pretty certain I'm going to get this dress, but being it's a lot more expensive that my...

lakedistrict2013, tuesday 19-Jun-12 1 7,125
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Ellis 11032 Matching Bolero
jodie1413, 19 June, 2012 at 11:16

Morning all ? Anyone have a pic (preferably of a real bride wearing it!) of the lace bolero that matches Ellis 11032? Or indeed any kind of lace bolero with Ellis 11032? I've googled it many times and...

jodie1413, tuesday 19-Jun-12 560
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Veil with something other than a comb?
sachar, 19 June, 2012 at 14:05

Hi all! I am wondering if anyone can help or have had the same problem? I get married next month and have had my hair trial. I need a veil without a comb, as I can’t attach it to my hair without it...

whenskiesaregrey, tuesday 19-Jun-12 5 5,793
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Hoop/Underskirt
lgm19, 17 June, 2012 at 20:40

Can any of you lovely hitchers recommend where to get a single hoop underskirt for an A line dress from? They are sooooo expensive in bridal shops. I have seen a few on ebay but not sure about the...

FionaG82, tuesday 19-Jun-12 11 3,416
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Cardigans for flower girls
rachel2012, 18 June, 2012 at 13:35

Hi I was wondering if anyone knows where I can get some nice girls cardigans? Also do people think that a shraw/wrap would be to grown up for a 7 and 8 year old? I am in two minds about it as I dont...

*Nursey*, monday 18-Jun-12 7 1,244
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Waistcoats Needed!
PhoenixAngelic, 18 June, 2012 at 18:49

We are on the hunt for five waistcoats for our groomsmen. The styles/colours available from the suit hire shop are not suitable. We cannot hire just a waistcoat from another shop (apparently) but they...

*Ducky*, monday 18-Jun-12 4 1,990
Nutella
Different length BM dresses - please flash!
Nutella, 18 June, 2012 at 16:27

Long story but it looks like I need to have one of my BM dresses taken up to about knee length. The other 2 are going to remain as full length. There's no other way of doing things without spending a...

Nutella, monday 18-Jun-12 2 1,506
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Little quirks for the evening do?
Moongel276, 15 June, 2012 at 14:25

Just looking for some ideas to make the reception and evening a little bit 'different'. So far i've toyed with the idea of chocolate fountain, fruit trees, sweetie table, candy floss and popcorn. None...

sarahjane82, monday 18-Jun-12 39 8,495
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Unsentimental bride blog
Anna_stylist, 18 June, 2012 at 12:15

Hi all, I'm Anna and I'm the web editor at Stylist magazine. I *haven't* put this in the journo section as I'm not asking for anything - I just thought some of you might like to read a new blog we...

Anna_stylist, monday 18-Jun-12 546
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Battle of the brides
Bubbles369, 16 June, 2012 at 16:41

Why why why would you do that to yourself. Its just horrible, I want to cry watching it why would you want your whole day to be a compromise. Even if you could only save a small amount of money and...

sian-tiffany, sunday 17-Jun-12 10 1,074
Sparkles82
Hair... side bun and a veil?
Sparkles82, 17 June, 2012 at 19:55

I really love having my hair in a bun at the side, and want something side-ish for the wedding, but I cant find any photos of a side bun with a veil. Has anyone see this and how was it done please? Ta...

hannahlock4, sunday 17-Jun-12 9 3,828
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Cooling castle barn brides? Advice wanted?
Prettyinpinkbride, 14 June, 2012 at 10:25

Hi ladies Just wondered if there are any cooling brides on here. We're getting married there may 2013 and it's too early for our co ordinator meetings but I'm in serious wedding planning mode and...

Peter, sunday 17-Jun-12 14 3,626
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Vistaprint/ Wedding Stationery
Jessie_bride, 17 June, 2012 at 11:43

Hi, I've been having a look at some of the invites on Vistaprint and they have some nice designs, and at 10 for £10 ish they are good value. Has anyone used them and what are your thoughts? Any...

Mrswebb2b, sunday 17-Jun-12 5 1,513
50's pin up bride
Cheap table covers for DIY village hall reception?
50's pin up bride, 17 June, 2012 at 16:24

I was recommended some tablecloths by a friend, sold as 'plastic but soft feel' - sadly they are not what I thought (instead they're more like the feel of thick bin-liners!) so we need to think again....

Michelle772012, sunday 17-Jun-12 6 5,494
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Wedding dress shopping alone!
Elodia, 10 June, 2012 at 19:47

Is it okay to go wedding dress shopping alone. My mum is driving me nuts. I feel I could do with going on my own to get a clear idea what I really really want.

weilee, sunday 17-Jun-12 22 3,015
missmandymoo
Should I haggle with this venue and how?
missmandymoo, 16 June, 2012 at 13:58

Hi! Newbie here! I'm getting married in Summer 2014 and I have found the most amazing country venue to hold the entire wedding. The price for hiring the venue exclusively for the day is £3500 for a...

Going2theChapel, sunday 17-Jun-12 12 3,452
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Hairstyles in the HEAT! Desperate for Ideas Please!!!! Flashes! xx
, 15 June, 2012 at 09:35

I'm getting married abroad and whilst it shouldn't be crazy hot (28-32) it's still going to feel it in 10 zillion layers of tulle and netting! lol I'm really stuck on ideas for my hair - I'm not...

niche79, sunday 17-Jun-12 8 2,294
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Purple and hot pink colour scheme
bridejuly2013, 11 June, 2012 at 19:28

Hi all - I'm getting married July 2013 and my other half and I have decided on a purple and hot pink colour scheme. Has anyone else gone for this? It would be lovely to see other peoples planning...

essex_charlene, sunday 17-Jun-12 14 5,302
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engagement rings - NO stones! (flash please)
, 14 June, 2012 at 11:50

So, we are looking at engagement rings. I’m not a ring person (in fact I'm not a jewellery person) and I am definitely not a bling person! Anyone got any suggestions for engagement rings that still...

MrsG2B28.7.12, sunday 17-Jun-12 28 8,030
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Sweetheart neckline for smaller busts?
Chedi, 15 June, 2012 at 22:34

Just want your opinion on sweetheart necklines - to put it bluntly, are they OK for small busts? I'm just asking as I've been in 4 shops so far, and it's only been the last 2 I finally agreed to try...

MissTtoMrsB, saturday 16-Jun-12 16 12,962
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Benjamin Roberts 2253
bridejuly2013, 11 April, 2012 at 11:13

Hi all, the Benjamin Roberts 2253 dress is the only dress I've seen online that I love. Have any of you tried it on? I'm hoping to try it on at the end of the month, hope I love it as much for real!...

LilMissBusyBride, saturday 16-Jun-12 13 2,372
2b_MrsB
Printing mistake !
2b_MrsB, 15 June, 2012 at 14:17

Hi Everyone. Firstly apologies for massive pics (again) and rambling post ? Postman delivered my STD postacards today which made me feel stupidly excited over what is essentially a few bits of card ?....

2b_MrsB, saturday 16-Jun-12 11 1,826
Canary
Engagement ring on holiday advice
Canary, 7 June, 2012 at 11:59

We're about to leave for holiday and I've just had a thought about wearing my ER in the pool? Its a platinum ring and I've kept in on so far as been told it is unlikely to tarnish but just wanted to...

pumpin, saturday 16-Jun-12 18 5,576
Jalapeno
Flowergirl Sash questions
Jalapeno, 15 June, 2012 at 02:02

I've bought my 5yo FG a gorgeous ivory dress from Debenhams. It's one of my first proper flashes so apologies if it's all squiffy and massive. Anyway, I love it but I need to break it up with some...

xlovebirdsx, friday 15-Jun-12 5 1,378
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Dress alteration quote??
Anne!, 22 November, 2010 at 20:13

I have been quoted £175 for the dress alterations at the shop that I got the dress from. That includes taking up the hem (a lot), taking the bodice in, spot cleaning and steaming, and adding a brooch...

tinkissarah, friday 15-Jun-12 15 2,257
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Quizzes for Guests? Ideas?
LeicesterBride, 13 June, 2012 at 14:38

Following a 1.5 - 2 hour drinks reception where everyone will be free to mingle as they wish, we've decided to mix people up a bit for the meal. It's not a formal do (hot buffet in village hall) and...

Kadypants, friday 15-Jun-12 14 34,713
Kayels
Bridal hair- full fringe dilema!?!?
Kayels, 14 June, 2012 at 21:24

Hi girls, I have medium length hair but have a full fringe, think lady gaga in the poker face video!!! I dont know what style to go for on my big day, i havnt seen to many bridal styles with full...

mummymrs2b, friday 15-Jun-12 14 11,990
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Formally yours
Durks, 30 May, 2012 at 12:58

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Childs' Menu Selections?
MAG2FMC, 14 June, 2012 at 18:21

Hello! I wanted to get everyone's thoughts on this. A friend of mine is having a number of children at her wedding and has asked the parents to either choose a selection for their child off the...

HLT, friday 15-Jun-12 14 1,898

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