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Veronica
Too cold in Spain in October??
Veronica, 21 February, 2025 at 15:39

Hello, Just need some advice, I was planning to get married in August but it doesn’t look like that’s happening now. I am happy to push back to October but I just wonder if it might be a bit too...

Mason, thursday 26-Jun-25 5 138
*tinkerbell*
is it bad luck to show people your dress?
*tinkerbell*, 7 August, 2012 at 21:13

I know its bad luck for the groom to see your dress. But is it bad luck for other people to see your dress? Obviously i want it to have a wow effect when i walk down the aisle in it so wont be showing...

Walter, wednesday 25-Jun-25 18 16,847
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Booked a photographer and now found another i prefer...help
Amy, 29 May, 2025 at 11:08

Hi everyone...in retrospect I sort of panic booked a photographer, paid a large deposit (£1200!) and now I have found another one who's style I prefer...I don't really know what to do, I can't really...

RomanticGreenStation, wednesday 25-Jun-25 5 133 1
BrideCummins14
Getting married outside your Parish
BrideCummins14, 12 February, 2013 at 11:55

Can anyone help please (slight panic mode) I have just spoken to the registrars of Suffolk and they have said we need to be living in Suffolk for a minimum of 8 days before they can legally marry...

Emma, tuesday 24-Jun-25 10 1,356
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Stressed!! Got to change briidesmaid dresses
u_21@hotmail.co.uk, 10 May, 2016 at 07:34

Feeling stressed!! Bridesmaid dresses now don't fit and I can't get another size as discontinued! Need to sell these first before I get others. But I need to find cheap dresses no kore than £50...

johnalme, tuesday 24-Jun-25 16 3,750
MrsDaysh2b
Jigsaw puzzle guest book
MrsDaysh2b, 24 March, 2014 at 21:26

I'm looking for a jigsaw puzzle (preferably wooden) to use as a guest book for my wedding in September this year. We're having 60 guests in total so I guess I need about a 30-40 piece jigsaw? I've...

Witherellson, tuesday 24-Jun-25 6 4,858
Lofty86
Shoes for big feet!
Lofty86, 5 September, 2011 at 09:43

Hi, Another post from me today! My poor son has chicken pox and is currently asleep, leaving me to do some wedding planning! (should probably be cleaning though!) Anyhow, I just wondered if there were...

Hannah, monday 23-Jun-25 11 2,449
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One Bride, Two Sets of Bridesmaids
DanniWoodthorpe, 12 November, 2017 at 15:51

Hi everyone, I am in need of some advice regarding bridesmaids and dress colours but just to give fair warning I'm going to be the bride although technically I'm the groom, if this offends you or...

Patricia, sunday 22-Jun-25 2 955
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Overseas Bridesmaids
fatbunneh, 24 June, 2013 at 20:57

Hi everyone, I have two very close friends, both of whom live in Qatar. I live, and am getting married, in London. They're very excited about flying over for the wedding and have no problems doing so...

KHAN, friday 20-Jun-25 5 1,192
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Finding a bridal suite to get ready
Alicia, 6 September, 2023 at 09:11

Hi there About to secure a venue in the Cotswolds (cripps barn) that has no accommodation or bridal suite on site. So I’m looking for somewhere local to get ready in in the morning that’s big enough...

Marleigh, friday 20-Jun-25 3 210
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Thursday weddings
Spudnik, 20 April, 2015 at 07:51

Ho does any one have any experience on having a week day wedding. Me and my partner are looking at a Thursday as its 5k cheaper" my parents have got upset saying no one will come as they will need to...

Tanner, thursday 19-Jun-25 38 10,066
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Venue in the Yorkshire area
Emma, 15 June, 2025 at 14:10

Hi all. I'm looking for a venue in the Yorkshire dream preferably a barn type, we want a relaxed fun wedding. I've found a few but wondered if anyone had any suggestions? Would love there to be nice...

Fatima, thursday 19-Jun-25 1 44
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Engagement ring doesn’t feel right, and i feel terrible about it
Jade, 19 March, 2025 at 13:55

engagement ring doesn't feel right and I feel terrible about it

Fatima, wednesday 18-Jun-25 2 289
Dani
Wedding decor ready? Let’s talk bookings! 🪩
Dani, 26 March, 2025 at 16:48

Hey nearlyweds, Have you already booked your decor team or still searching for the perfect match? Need help finding top decor pros near you? We’ve got you covered - let's bring that vision to life 👇 ...

📅 Already booked!

9%

1 vote

🔍 Still looking

73%

8 votes

🤔 Need help!

18%

2 votes

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Last vote tuesday 17-Jun-25 2 31
Kelsey
Booking registrar
Kelsey, 14 June, 2025 at 13:20

So we have decided to get married at our venue and they recommended we contact the registrar to ensure they can marry us that date etc. The venue to be paid directly to them is £520, how much is it...

Anderson786, monday 16-Jun-25 2 47
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I’m so conflicted! please Help!
Carys, 10 June, 2025 at 18:11

Myself and my older sister have always been very close growing up due to our parents being absent from our lives for many years. A few years ago my sister and I discussed walking each other down the...

Paula, monday 16-Jun-25 2 37
Kirsten
What questions to ask at venue appointment?
Kirsten, 29 January, 2024 at 11:14

Hi all Were off to see the venue we really like on Sunday and taking both parents for a show around but also for 2nd and 3rd head when asking questions. It's all overwhelming and I'm a sucker for...

Aristotle, friday 13-Jun-25 1 101 1
Jade
Looking for a service to steam my wedding dress
Jade, 8 June, 2025 at 10:21

Can anyone recommend a professional company that would come and professionally steam my wedding dress at my venue (DY10 area) so there is no creases etc as we are travelling in a well packed car for...

Susan, friday 13-Jun-25 1 54
Dani
Got your entertainment booked? 💃🪄🎨
Dani, 12 June, 2025 at 09:42

Whether you're dreaming of a dancefloor that never empties, a magician to wow your guests or a live painter creating unforgettable keepsakes - make sure your big day brings the magic ✨ Your guests...

Live painter

25%

4 votes

Mini golf

13%

2 votes

Photo booth

38%

6 votes

Cocktail bar

12%

2 votes

Circus performers

0%

0 votes

Live band

12%

2 votes

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Dani, thursday 12-Jun-25 54
Theodora
How long does a civil ceremony last?
Theodora, 26 May, 2025 at 10:24

Hello, I'm having a really hard time with creating the timeline for the wedding day. I'm not British and have never attended a wedding in this country, so I have no clue how long things take and how...

PhotographybyBillHad, wednesday 11-Jun-25 2 117 1
Lynn
Save the Dates
Lynn, 26 May, 2025 at 14:27

Hey everyone, I was wondering how you're all handling save the dates. Are we only sending them to all-day guests, or are we sending them to evening guests, too? Thanks!

Robert, wednesday 11-Jun-25 1 37
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Rings - what's your engaement ring like and what wedding ring are you having?!
MrsB-to-be, 19 January, 2013 at 17:33

Went wedding ring shopping today and was certain I was just going to have a plain 2mm platinum band... My ring looks roughly like this... Platinum, 13 diamonds: So today I tried a 'bow tie' wedding...

Sardarzada, wednesday 11-Jun-25 45 8,483
Chloe
diy bride
Chloe, 10 June, 2025 at 15:20

Hi All, I want to be a DIY bride. Just wondering if anyone had any tips or anything they recommend they DIY or even they wish they didnt do?

Chloe, tuesday 10-Jun-25 72
Dani
What's your dream photography style? 📸
Dani, 14 May, 2025 at 10:41

Say cheese! We’re shining a spotlight on our amazing photography pros this month on Hitched. Found the one behind the lens yet? Whether you’ve booked or you’re still scrolling, we’re here to help you...

Classic & Timeless

19%

4 votes

Candid & Natural

48%

10 votes

Editorial & Dramatic

14%

3 votes

Light & Airy

10%

2 votes

Moody & Cinematic

9%

2 votes

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Last vote tuesday 10-Jun-25 1 70
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Booking a wedding for 8 weeks time
Kate, 31 May, 2025 at 23:57

We’ve found a last minute wedding deal for the start of august at our dream venue and are looking to book it in. Does anyone have experience with planning a wedding within 6 weeks and if it’s...

RomanticGreenStation, saturday 7-Jun-25 1 43
knitting_vixen
rainbow club shoes- do they come up big?
knitting_vixen, 19 January, 2011 at 14:57

Hi Ladies, I have spotted some very cheap rainbow club shoes on ebay. The seller has them in 5 and 4.5 as she said that they came up big on her. I want to buy them but am nervous about buying shoes...

Walter, friday 6-Jun-25 5 2,942
Dani
🏳️‍🌈 CELEBRATING QUEER JOY! 🏳️‍🌈
Dani, 5 June, 2025 at 10:41

As part of Hitched’s Celebrating Queer Joy series, we’re spotlighting LGBTQ+ wedding pros who are reshaping the wedding industry with love, authenticity, and inclusivity: 📸 Sophie Allen - Known for...

Dani, thursday 5-Jun-25 54
VikingPrincess
Inviting guests' partner whom you have not met - etiquette
VikingPrincess, 8 June, 2010 at 20:35

Whether to invite the unmarried partners of guests can be a complicated question, but then again all websites and magazines say it's your choice. A guideline is that these days long-term...

JeffreyMarsh, monday 2-Jun-25 16 11,699
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Where to buy rings?
HappyGoldCars770, 19 March, 2017 at 08:20

My partner and I are getting married in the summer, and we're trying to get our wedding rings. We spent several hours looking at jewellers last week, but had absolutely no luck in finding anything we...

Jade, sunday 1-Jun-25 7 2,290
Theedecorr
Do you need someone to decorate your special day?!
Theedecorr, 13 May, 2025 at 12:27

Hello All! I’ve recently started my events’ business, and i am trying to build up my portfolio. I would like to offer my services FOR FREE to any couples who may not have the biggest budget but still...

Natalie, saturday 31-May-25 16 388 4
Hmcx
Wedding headache
Hmcx, 2 June, 2014 at 20:48

Does anyone else have a headache all the time when it comes to wedding planning?? Not for anything particular like things going wrong or people moaning just literally a massive headache because you...

Hmcx, friday 30-May-25 16 2,753
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 ?....

Bixixa, friday 30-May-25 12 2,044

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