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Make up advice for wedding in cyprus
kfair, 11 April, 2012 at 06:53

Hi Ladies, Hope the planning is going well. Well I havent got long now ? and im only just starting to think about my make up?. Im getting married in Cyprus so its going to be hot and im worried my...

Juliet Cunnington (M, saturday 14-Apr-12 7 992
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SPANISH / FLAMENCO WEDDING DRESSES - PLUS DOES ANYONE KNOW WHO THIS DRESS IS BY?!?!?!
, 12 April, 2012 at 20:10

Hello Lovelies Anyone seen any gorgeous spanish / flamenco style wedding dresses that aren't over £1000? I know la sposa had some in their 2010 collection but haven't seen many this year??? If you're...

xxdonnaxx, saturday 14-Apr-12 5 2,764
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Ok BIG question! Bridesmaids to walk down the aisle before or after you?!!
BrogstarBride, 13 April, 2012 at 13:47

I have heard sooooo many different opinions lol I thought your Bridesmaids walk down the Aisle before the bride, What does everyone else think? x

Suzie&Karl, saturday 14-Apr-12 19 11,639
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Hair and make up recommendations, Liverpool
LEA2012, 13 April, 2012 at 13:13

Hi ladies, I wondered if there were any brides future or past who could share with me any recommendations for a hair and makeup artist in the Liverpool area, there are so many to choose from! I am...

LEA2012, saturday 14-Apr-12 4 1,316
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Taller than my groom - advice re shoes and photos!
kingfisher1923, 13 April, 2012 at 09:10

Hi there, Sorry if this has been asked before in the past, but I wondered if anyone had advice on this topic. I'm about 2 to 3 inches taller than my H2B - I'm 5"8. I'm assuming I'll wear flat shoes...

Bathsheeba, friday 13-Apr-12 15 11,389
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Wedding cars - who gets a ride?!
Wherts2b, 13 April, 2012 at 10:58

I don't need cars for my wedding as getting ready at the venue, but I wanted to organise some for a surprise for my sisters wedding. Because it's something i've never looked into before, do the bride...

IshouldCoco, friday 13-Apr-12 9 1,449
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no one seems interested in my wedding but me!!!!!!!!!!
, 12 April, 2012 at 20:27

Hi all just having a little rant!! getting wed next aug - but no one seems bothered about my ideas or asking anything and i barely talk about it as dont feel like i can, i get a little convo then...

Pompey, friday 13-Apr-12 19 2,920
jonesmel_25
Boudoir photo shoots
jonesmel_25, 12 April, 2012 at 19:53

Evening ladies, Hope the wedding planning is going well. I was thinking of maybe having a boudoir photo shoot done as a surprise for hubby to be. Anybody had one? If so how much did you pay?? Any...

katiejm1989, friday 13-Apr-12 11 1,409
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Should fathers be in matching attire to groom and best man?
SamJK, 13 April, 2012 at 10:22

We are getting married in Nov this year, but we have cut back on bridesmaids and ushers etc, just to keep the costs down. (Which is probably going to upset some people but you cant please everyone!!...

amanda66, friday 13-Apr-12 18 4,220
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Wedding Rings -Platinum v Palladium
FutureMrsWilliams, 12 April, 2012 at 18:36

Hello all, I have been browsing wedding rings and wondering what the differences are between platinum and palladium?? I always thought that Platinum was the far superior metal but I spoke to a...

*Ducky*, friday 13-Apr-12 23 41,151
looneysh
Corsage's for MOB/MOG.....OM's and everyone
looneysh, 12 April, 2012 at 14:13

Is anyone getting corsages for their MOB/MOG? If yes, are you getting a single flower corsage (essentially identical to a buttonhole) or a 3 flower corsage? Is your Mum's planning to wear them on...

looneysh, friday 13-Apr-12 14 3,015
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hairstyles - dress with straps
sr3693, 11 April, 2012 at 16:49

Hey all, I have my trial next saturday, I'm looking for some ideas - my dress is Eternity D4007 but I am having 2 straps! I also have a veil & a tiara... First thought would be to wear my hair up...

sr3693, friday 13-Apr-12 8 1,721
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Hello- so this wedding malarkey?
Topper, 12 April, 2012 at 20:20

Hi Just registered and about to embark on this planning thing! We got engaged at Hogmanay and have just booked our wedding for next Feb in Edinburgh. Very excited, but apart from the venue haven't...

bexybexy, thursday 12-Apr-12 2 292
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How to invite adults only to our wedding???
, 12 April, 2012 at 14:03

Hi, does anyone know if there is a way in which we can invite the adults only to our wedding without offending anyone, ie a poem to include in the invite?? Would be really grateful for some...

Pink Han-bag, thursday 12-Apr-12 14 4,827
Carolanne83
Photographer recommendations in Birmingham/Solihull area
Carolanne83, 11 April, 2012 at 19:38

Hi all, I'm looking to book a photographer soon and would love any recommendations for photographers in the Birmingham area, budget is £1500 including album and I am willing to stretch it a bit for a...

jojo2, thursday 12-Apr-12 9 2,687
Purple Pixie
How to make it smell nice
Purple Pixie, 12 April, 2012 at 13:15

I know you're probably going to think I'm a bit crackers but I'd really like both the church and the marquee to have a nice smell when you walk in. I can solve this easily at church by putting some...

*Ducky*, thursday 12-Apr-12 7 2,828
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HELP! Dyeable or Coloured Satin Shoes - UK size 10 / EU 44
PhoenixAngelic, 11 April, 2012 at 16:35

So, as the title suggests, we are on the hunt for some pretty shoes for my CBM who is a UK size 10 (EU 44). She's very fed up as we just cannot seem to find anything. She doesn't want a high heel (at...

kingfisher1923, thursday 12-Apr-12 2 1,389
littleprincess30
Swynford paddocks hotel in liquidation
littleprincess30, 15 March, 2012 at 13:39

Ive heard Swynford paddocks has gone bust! I really hope not too many brides have lost vast amounts of money, so sad when this happens as many people book and pay deposits in advance. it makes you...

Rebajay1510, thursday 12-Apr-12 15 7,525
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I've chosen my dress! *Flash* & veil Question!
Alipops1986, 11 April, 2012 at 20:23

Hello All, Well after a few days of deliberation, I have decided on the following Ronald Joyce Dress. No one has seen me in it yet but I just know it's the one, can't wait to show my mum in a few...

Hypnopoison, thursday 12-Apr-12 10 1,362
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budget civil wedding venues in Berkshire or Swansea
mrsfalconi2be, 24 August, 2009 at 09:35

Hello, A few weeks ago I was finally proposed to and have now started looking at wedding venues! We are hoping too get married October or December 2010 in either Berkshire (where we live) or Swanses...

maidenheadgirl, wednesday 11-Apr-12 11 6,733
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Sonsie brides??- UPDATED- It was brilliant! Recommendation included!
butterflystar, 25 March, 2012 at 09:28

Hi ladies, I'm finally braving a dress trying on session in a couple of weeks. Getting married in October so thought I really should! I am a high street size 26 and have heard really good things about...

butterflystar, wednesday 11-Apr-12 14 4,124
Pook82
All-inclusive mini-moon....... inspiration needed!
Pook82, 11 April, 2012 at 17:16

Hi ladies We're getting married at the end of August this year and are planning on taking our "proper" honeymoon in early 2013. We want to have a week somewhere straight after the wedding just to...

born2fly, wednesday 11-Apr-12 4 1,335
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Hertfordshire venues
JenniferMay, 9 April, 2012 at 16:18

Hi, Can anyone help with some venue advice? We're looking to get married next year sometime, either Spring or Autumn and would love a barn type venue for around 80 day guests. We've looked at Tewin...

RebTheEck, wednesday 11-Apr-12 9 3,249
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Is anyone not having speeches?
sr3693, 11 April, 2012 at 16:45

Hey all, Just wandered really, my H2B really doesn't want to do one, neither does his best man but my dad said he would say a few words if i want him too however I don't want him to feel pressurised...

samwiches, wednesday 11-Apr-12 16 2,328
ButterflyChild
Had someone invite themselves...... *cringe*
ButterflyChild, 8 April, 2012 at 02:25

Im at work tonight and was busy working (not even talking about anything) and suddenly my colleague said....Oohh I'll have to book make sure I book your wedding off. I didn't know where to put myself!...

Auds68, wednesday 11-Apr-12 33 3,579
Burnett soon to be Sneddon
Scottish/English
Burnett soon to be Sneddon, 28 March, 2012 at 17:15

Hi There! Just starting to try an organise our wedding and h2b is Scottish whereas I am English. As we live in Scotland we will be getting married here and he and the grooms men will be wearing kilts....

*sweetpea*, wednesday 11-Apr-12 17 5,094
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best place for cheap tiaras?
mrs0brien2b, 10 April, 2012 at 20:57

Hi, Next on my list is my tiara but I dont want to spend a fortune and was wondering if anyone would be able to help? Thanks

Mellow_Yellow, wednesday 11-Apr-12 14 4,881
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what to do in gaps on wedding day
pinkrosesandstars, 11 April, 2012 at 02:33

Hello all, i was origionally having a wedding venue where everything was set and organised for me, but my parents have said that what we dont spend on the wedding they will give to me and my h2b for a...

pinkrosesandstars, wednesday 11-Apr-12 9 1,674
mummytofour
what presents are you getting your best man/ushers/bridesmaids/dads/mums?
mummytofour, 30 April, 2011 at 07:49

Hiya just wondered what gifts you will be buying for your wedding party? I have got pearl necklaces,bracelets & earring sets for the bridesmaids,for the ushers & 2 dads,silver & pearl...

nicadele, wednesday 11-Apr-12 23 21,007
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what the main difference betwen argos gold and gold elsewhere??
sammi23, 11 April, 2012 at 09:21

Were looking for our wedding bands at the moment and were both very happy with a gold band..... looked on h samuel and found this /webstore/d/****/9ct+yellow+gold+4mm+extra+heavy+d+shape+ring/ then...

Chippers, wednesday 11-Apr-12 5 4,936
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Seaside themed post box. Ideas wanted :o)
SarahLouisa, 12 March, 2012 at 20:36

Hello ladies, We're having a seaside themed wedding in June and i'm struggling for ideas for a postbox for guests to put our gifts in. So far we've used a beach hut and a sandcastle and i'm not really...

pinkle86, tuesday 10-Apr-12 6 4,361
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Bridesmaid and pageboy gifts
kirstylbird@fsmail.net, 6 April, 2012 at 19:08

Im really stuck on some gifts. Ive got my 2 flowers girls a personalised bracelet. but really stuck for my boys. I have 3- 6,5 & 2! i want to do something similar to the girls but cant think of...

Kylie541, tuesday 10-Apr-12 8 2,355

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