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Maid of Honour in the UK, and a Bridesmaid and a Flower Girl in South Africa
chilihead, 28 April, 2011 at 14:37

Hi everyone. I'm a newbie to this forum, and am getting married next Feb in South Africa. I would really like my two bridesmaids and my flower girl to have matching dresses, but am having a nightmare...

Saisi, thursday 28-Apr-11 2 504
kathryn4chris
Any one gone as far as to use Melanotan II for getting a tan before wedding?
kathryn4chris, 9 April, 2011 at 17:13

As the title says.. has any one used Melanotan II. I dont tan very well and really dont want to go on the sunbeds to get only a slight glow if that. I have to go on them a LOT if i am to get a slight...

Naboo, thursday 28-Apr-11 28 13,858
1234ABC
Nosey Question -What are you walking down the aisle to?
1234ABC, 20 April, 2011 at 10:18

Just wondered what everyone was planning to walk down the aisle to? I'm having an acoustic guitar playing one of my favourite songs (Red Dirt Road by Brooks & Dunn), which has been my mobile...

knitting_vixen, thursday 28-Apr-11 57 10,761
GemmaLouise1986
Slightly OT - Vivien of Holloway
GemmaLouise1986, 26 April, 2011 at 21:04

Evening ladies! I know some of you have fab taste and have bought your BMs V of H dresses. I've got myself one (finally) and it needs altering, I need about an inch either side taking in under the...

GemmaLouise1986, wednesday 27-Apr-11 20 2,660
Vikster79
Really nervous about Hen Do?
Vikster79, 27 April, 2011 at 16:57

Completely unecessary, but im really nervous about it? Im not worried about what the girls may have or may not have in store for us, im just bothered about everyone getting there and enjoying...

Snuggle-bum, wednesday 27-Apr-11 4 2,285
judeclarke
Wedding website - self indulgent or useful tool?
judeclarke, 29 March, 2011 at 13:32

I started setting up a wedding website last night, but now I'm not too sure. I wanted somewhere that guests could RSVP online (so they've got no excuse that they can't find a stamp), book a room,...

sapphire_22, wednesday 27-Apr-11 18 1,638
sara.jo
A lunchtime wedding wobble......Entertainment ideas...?
sara.jo, 27 April, 2011 at 13:53

As the title suggests, I'm worried that we dont have enough going on at our wedding. Problem is, I cant think of anything that floats my boat which would be a really good added extra. We have...

jojo2, wednesday 27-Apr-11 4 896
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Gazebo colour - does it matter AT ALL?!
SouthB2B, 26 April, 2011 at 13:06

So... I'm hoping you can either tell me I'm being totally OTT and it's not a problem - or let me know whether you'd be at all bothered too - about the colour of our gazebo. Yes, I know, it's the most...

Naboo, wednesday 27-Apr-11 11 1,664
lauren700
Wedding sign post - thoughts?
lauren700, 27 April, 2011 at 10:12

Our venue has a few different areas - dancefloor, gallery where we are having a casino, bar where we are having photobooth and then the lawn where we are having games. To make sure that people don't...

jojo2, wednesday 27-Apr-11 9 3,674
Lynseys Designs
Real Bride V Models
Lynseys Designs, 24 April, 2011 at 23:15

Especially to show Lauren that real brides look better lets get showing off your lovely wedding gowns on you and then on the model. Me with other Hitchers and the model

Little Madam, wednesday 27-Apr-11 58 6,631
septemberbride2011
Please post your wedding dress piccies - in a dilemma!
septemberbride2011, 6 February, 2011 at 23:45

I'm worried about my wedding dress, not sure if I like it anymore - getting married abroad (sept 2011) and think it may be a bit too much, maybe I should've gone for something a bit simpler? It's a...

cassmk2, wednesday 27-Apr-11 202 41,966
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Neil Jeffs Photography Coventry
finallyabride2be, 26 April, 2011 at 22:21

Hi.has anyone used this photographer ? reviews appreciated x

finallyabride2be, tuesday 26-Apr-11 667
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Venue Decoration - Balloons ??
cl10, 26 April, 2011 at 12:50

Hi there I was just wondering if anyone is considering having/ have had balloon decorators in to decorate your venue. Would you recommend and how much do you think would be appropriate to budget...

englishrosebride, tuesday 26-Apr-11 4 2,660
ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown
Shoes and shoe brooches
ForTheLoveOfMrsBrown, 26 April, 2011 at 12:19

Finally bought some shoes: Literally couldn't see anything like what I have in my head so thought if I buy plain ones, I can add a brooch to the front. So, can anyone recommend shoe brooch suppliers?...

GingerOnTheTown, tuesday 26-Apr-11 8 4,120
mummytofour
What underwear is everyone going for? (for under the dress) also stockings etc?
mummytofour, 22 April, 2011 at 08:41

Hiya, i need to go shopping to get my underwear i really wanted an all in one that has a plunge for the boobs as mine have gone bad since having the kids all saggy etc lol,but i havent seen any! im...

cassmk2, tuesday 26-Apr-11 29 4,204
Random Name
Care to flash your bridesmaids dress
Random Name, 1 April, 2011 at 19:20

Hi all I have started to think about what style bridesmaid dress I want. Am thinking something like this from the Birmingham lady in red Am still looking at other styles and need some inspiration. So...

Frugal Splurger, tuesday 26-Apr-11 72 15,861
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Pronuptia - Chelmsford : Please help!
LallyHay, 30 March, 2011 at 18:38

Hi, Does anyone know the situation with Pronuptia in Chelmsford? I ordered my dress in October and it has been in stock since before Xmas as they said they'd keep it there until alterations are needed...

chaza220, tuesday 26-Apr-11 59 13,326
MrsMac2be
Travel Agents Gift List
MrsMac2be, 25 April, 2011 at 10:10

Disclaimer 1 - This may become a "controversial" thread but is not my intention for it to be so.... We were going to "ask" for contributions toward our Honeymoon (not that we cant afford to pay for it...

MrsMac2be, tuesday 26-Apr-11 21 5,409
Tracey86
Centrepieces *Flash*
Tracey86, 25 April, 2011 at 14:16

Hi everyone It's ages till we get married but we have been picking bits and bobs up since we got engaged last March as we are on quite a tight budget so trying to spread the costs of things so we...

Sawah, monday 25-Apr-11 13 1,589
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Giving notice of marriage (civil ceremonies)
, 25 April, 2011 at 10:43

We're off to give notice of marriage tomorrow and I was wondering exactly what happens/ how long it takes and do we have to dress smartly for the occasion? I'm sure it's all painless but my OH says he...

judeclarke, monday 25-Apr-11 22 110,842
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Wedding Hymns, one more step along the world I go!
bardisio, 24 April, 2011 at 22:22

Hi, My future wife and I have been looking at wedding hymns tonight and she is quite keen on One More Step Along The World I go, as it was one of her favourites at school. But I have been looking...

channie122, monday 25-Apr-11 1 4,945
tinkerbelly1983
Yellow fuzzy bobble flowers? Help
tinkerbelly1983, 25 April, 2011 at 10:09

Does anyone know what the yellow bobbles are called? Thanks!!

tinkerbelly1983, monday 25-Apr-11 1 2,066
Arquard
Seating plans and the bride - which surname??
Arquard, 24 April, 2011 at 20:36

I've written our seating plan today and put my married surname down seeing as that will be my name by the time the seating plan is in use. However, I'm now worried that I should have put my maiden...

prettywild, monday 25-Apr-11 5 17,120
Random Name
When did you buy your wedding invitations?
Random Name, 23 April, 2011 at 18:31

As the title says really. I have seen some nice ones and ordered a sample. Wasn't sure if it makes a difference when you order them? We know who we are inviting to what parts of the day so can get...

sarahb3426, sunday 24-Apr-11 9 1,049
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Gaynes Park vs Blake Hall - help to finalise our venue search please...
Mrs-Fletcher-to-be, 22 April, 2011 at 09:29

Hi girls, I am new to this site, but hoping for your help and advice in finalising our venue search! I think that we have narrowed our search down to two venues - Gaynes Park and Blake Hall in Essex....

hannioli, sunday 24-Apr-11 4 8,988
Arquard
Speeches and gifts - erm, HELP!
Arquard, 23 April, 2011 at 20:00

I've been nosing through lots of different wedding photos and realised they all seem to feature one thing I'd totally overlooked. During the speeches, the grooms all seem to be giving mahoosive...

Saisi, sunday 24-Apr-11 8 11,813
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how would you describe your wedding in 3 words?
, 21 April, 2011 at 20:52

Just for fun ? whether you're married already or planning - how would you describe your wedding - or your image of your wedding that hasn't happened yet - in 3 words?

teeheeyoucrazyguys!, sunday 24-Apr-11 30 10,701
Little Madam
Is your wedding website password protected?
Little Madam, 22 April, 2011 at 19:11

Ours is at the moment while we develop it, but i've not put a password on the invites, just the address. Would you tell people the password as you hand out the invites, or disable password protection...

Little Madam, sunday 24-Apr-11 8 2,476
mummytofour
One for the ladies *Tmi* alert!! (womens things)
mummytofour, 22 April, 2011 at 08:27

Hiya girls! sorry for such a tmi post! but i am very peed off! of course we dont want to be on our period on our wedding day!! lol! But my period has decided to go from the 1st of the month to the...

kerrylou89, sunday 24-Apr-11 15 1,369
Pinky6
Wedding post box
Pinky6, 21 April, 2011 at 13:23

My MIL suggested that we get a sort of post box to put cards etc in as we will more than likely just ask for money rather than presents. Has anyone got any ideas or suggestions where we could get or...

Jay-Low, saturday 23-Apr-11 20 9,081
FutureMrsWilson
What to do with my hair? Tiaras, added length etc.. **With flash**
FutureMrsWilson, 23 April, 2011 at 12:00

OK, so last month I went from longish blonde hair to short dark brown hair. This was before any wedding plans had been thought of. Now I'm wondering what to do with my hair for the big day? I'm...

leni-lw!, saturday 23-Apr-11 4 928
VikingPrincess
Viking Princess turns Miss Piggy - with MEGA FLASH!!!!!
VikingPrincess, 16 April, 2011 at 19:53

OK all, the wait is over. TONIGHT... FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY... VIKING PRINCESS IS...MISS PIGGY!!!!!!!!!!!! The Dresstease: Ta-daaaaa: Detail: Now have 8 months to get into the dress!!! Excuse the porky...

VikingPrincess, saturday 23-Apr-11 29 3,083

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