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Louise
Newborn twins at wedding
Louise, 2 January, 2025 at 11:41

My cousin and his wife are expecting twins at the time of our wedding after a long period of difficult TTC. I'm so happy for them and know coming to the wedding will be a huge ask so would not be...

RomanticGreenStation, friday 3-Jan-25 1 180
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Where to start with a destination wedding
Flowerbomb, 1 January, 2025 at 18:58

Me and partner has just recently got engaged 🥰 We’re looking at having a small wedding abroad but we’ve have no idea how to start and where to start looking to choose a destination etc. Any advice...

Alessia, friday 3-Jan-25 1 37 1
Saint
Wedding Planning: Tips, Tricks, and Stress-free Ideas!
Saint, 3 January, 2025 at 11:16

Hi everyone, I hope you're all doing well! I'm currently knee-deep in wedding planning and wanted to start a discussion to share ideas, ask questions, and connect with others who are on this same...

Saint, friday 3-Jan-25 35
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Notice of marriage
Helen, 25 October, 2024 at 16:26

I have given notice today. Do they do any checks to see if previously married. I gave my documents, marriage certificate and death certificate. But do they check up on previous marriages. Thanks

Nelly, friday 3-Jan-25 10 585 2
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Giving notice
Katy, 1 April, 2024 at 22:31

I am about to give notice to my local registry office but it says you'll need mothers birth certificate if born after 1983, my partner is born after 1983 but has no contact with his mother and no way...

Adam, thursday 2-Jan-25 3 229
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Menu upload
Frank, 22 December, 2024 at 13:06

Hi Guys does anyone know how to upload a menu so that guests can make their choices in advance. So far I’m stumped! Frank

Marcus, thursday 2-Jan-25 1 28
I-go-by-many-names
Jo Malone perfume- experiences?
I-go-by-many-names, 27 March, 2015 at 14:32

So with one week to go I am feeling pretty organised and not stressing too much. But I was saying to a few people at work that I like the idea someone else on the forum mentioned about having a scent...

Hiba, monday 30-Dec-24 10 4,005
xoxoxo2017
Perfume.
xoxoxo2017, 1 August, 2014 at 14:39

So I WAS going to buy myself a new bottle of the perfume I wore when I first met H2B called Anna Sui, he says it reminds him of our early days so thoguht this could be my something new. THEN I...

Hiba, monday 30-Dec-24 16 1,814
memedoaky
Tiara storage/display boxes?
memedoaky, 17 January, 2009 at 14:45

Hello everyone, I'm looking for a hard plastic clear storage/display box for my tiara. We're making a shelf of wedding bits for our dining room and one if the things I'd like to display on it is my...

Ronald, saturday 28-Dec-24 1 2,397
BridalButterfly2012
What's your wedding day perfume?
BridalButterfly2012, 1 February, 2012 at 19:30

I have a few in mind and can't quite decide what to go for. Ate the moment i have a top 4 these are 1)YSL Elle 2)Armarni code 3) Jimmy Choo 4) Chanel chance What are you all having? Do the above seem...

Hiba, friday 27-Dec-24 86 13,045 1
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Evening invites/guests and gifts
happycamper, 24 May, 2011 at 11:17

Here's a question - do evening guests at a wedding typically expect to buy presents? I don't want to assume they won't, and then end up fielding 60 enquiries. But if it is not unusual for evening...

Hiba, thursday 26-Dec-24 79 29,006
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is anyone not having a gift list???
amythest76, 27 July, 2010 at 10:21

We are thinking of not having a gift list-we have lived together for years and dont really need anything, also have no room in our flat (2 kids have made sure of that!!), im really not comfortable...

Hiba, thursday 26-Dec-24 45 9,453
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I get married in 5 DAYS!!! Any last advice???
*CrazyCatLady*, 9 March, 2015 at 16:47

I can't believe it's finally here!! The week I thought would never come and now I can't believe how quickly it has!!! I now feel overwhelmed with how much there is to do and like I'm going to forget...

Hiba, thursday 26-Dec-24 34 5,724
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i was secretly hoping to get married on my 20th anniversary with my boyfriend and now my friend has sent out “save the dates” for the same weekend! He
Lady1234, 9 December, 2024 at 07:28

Please help me - I’m looking for advice and have no one to speak to about this. My boyfriend and I have privately discussed getting married for our 20 year anniversary next year. It’s a secret we...

Hellen, thursday 26-Dec-24 4 355
Lorraine
Changing locations on the day
Lorraine, 24 June, 2024 at 13:43

Hi there, I’m looking for some advice. My fiancé and I are looking to get married in his home town which is over an hour away from where we live. Ideally he finds it important to get married in his...

Kerniol, wednesday 25-Dec-24 11 851 1
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Wedding Insurance for Americans Getting Married in England
RomanticYellowDecor32317, 10 May, 2018 at 05:02

Hello! My fiance and I are getting married in England later this year and the venue we booked requires insurance. Are there any wedding insurance providers that will cover a UK...

Shyrelle, thursday 19-Dec-24 7 1,333
StaceyLorraine
First dance song!
StaceyLorraine, 16 August, 2013 at 19:59

So lets talk first dance.... What is your chosen song and why did you pick it? Me and my h2b are having let me be your wings by Barry Manilow, we want it as it's the song from our favorite childhood...

Efektydzwiekowe, tuesday 17-Dec-24 40 6,387
Laura
Timeline of events on wedding website
Laura, 16 December, 2024 at 15:17

Hi, Is anyone else having issues with the timeline of events section on their wedding website? I’ve spent hours making sure all the times are correct and every time I go back on to the website, the...

Laura, monday 16-Dec-24 18 1
Dani
Would you attend a Christmas Day wedding?
Dani, 30 October, 2024 at 11:50

Hey, festive enthusiasts (or grinches!) How about being a guest at a wedding on Christmas Day? Love and festivities in one package! ❄ Let me know in the comments why you voted yes or no! Missed our...

Yes - Sounds fun! 🎅

36%

14 votes

No way! 🙈

64%

25 votes

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Website for the big day
HappyOrangeDiamonds895, 20 June, 2017 at 15:12

Are any of ye planning on having a website for yere wedding? Anybody have any that they would recommend? Its really hard to find ones that aren't cheesy looking!

Amelia, monday 16-Dec-24 7 1,267 1
Kathryn_Tom
Wedding Rings... Patterned/Plain & buying online?
Kathryn_Tom, 7 September, 2012 at 20:52

Hi, After discussing wedding rings with my Mum, she recommended that I get a patterned wedding band as then if it gets scratched you won't see it as much as you would on a plain band. I see where...

Kihec24, friday 13-Dec-24 6 4,342
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Concerns about wedding in 5 months
Rosie, 21 January, 2024 at 18:39

Hello, I am due to be married in June but my fiancé and I recently are clashing so much. He lost his job and is desperately trying to find something else. Also worried about the actual day; two halves...

Rebecca, friday 13-Dec-24 5 566
Dani
Hitched Rewards: Our 5th edition winner is... 🥁
Dani, 12 December, 2024 at 15:52

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS KATIE!! 🎉 Winning £3,000 in the 5th edition of Hitched Rewards, here’s what she shared: "I was at work when I received the call from Hitched to let me know that we were the lucky...

Dani, thursday 12-Dec-24 78
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I’m secretly planning to get married next year but now a friend has sent out “dave the dates” for her wedding on that weekend. But the date has been s
Lady1234, 9 December, 2024 at 07:24

Please help me - I’m looking for advice and have no one to speak to about this. My boyfriend and I have privately discussed getting married for our 20 year anniversary next year. It’s a secret we...

gretta, thursday 12-Dec-24 1 297
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Wedding Blues
Keshia, 11 December, 2024 at 20:59

Hi, I'm 10 days off our wedding - and I've just felt sick with dread for the last 2 weeks. It's been worse this week, as all I've done it cry. My partner has been away on a school residential, and I...

Keshia, wednesday 11-Dec-24 21
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Bridesmaid Dilemma
Lucy, 11 December, 2024 at 13:58

So I've never really had a close group or a best friend so I don't really have an obvious choice. My FMIL has already made it very clear that they are expecting me to choose my fiancé's sister as a...

Lucy, wednesday 11-Dec-24 37
sara.jo
Do all venues add on VAT ?
sara.jo, 16 November, 2010 at 17:55

Just wondering if it normal for venues to add on VAT on just the venue hire? Sounds like a daft question, but one venue we looked at said that they do not add on VAT for the venue price as it is not a...

Ronald, tuesday 10-Dec-24 7 13,791
Dani
Sweet tooth calling! What’s your go-to cake flavour? 🍰
Dani, 10 December, 2024 at 11:22

Vote below or suggest flavours in the comments 👇 * * Here’s the icing on the cake: when you reach out to a wedding baker or book through Hitched, you’ll earn entries towards Hitched Rewards - putting...

Strawberries & cream 🍓

12%

3 votes

Carrot cake 🥕

12%

3 votes

Double chocolate 🍫

4%

1 vote

Lemon cake 🍋

32%

8 votes

Salted caramel 🤎

12%

3 votes

Red velvet ❤

28%

7 votes

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Dani, tuesday 10-Dec-24 15
I-go-by-many-names
*Updated* OMs, how long did you wait for your video?
I-go-by-many-names, 26 September, 2015 at 10:36

In a week's time it will be exactly six months since our wedding and although we have a trailer, we don't have our video from our VOG. The contract says nothing about how long it takes but I remember...

Kile, sunday 8-Dec-24 43 4,649
Dani
Time to celebrate wedding cakes! 🍰
Dani, 6 December, 2024 at 09:42

Hey couples, From classic tiers to modern masterpieces, wedding cakes are the sweet centrepiece that’s worth every bite! 🍓 Fruit-filled sponges or decadent chocolate creations? 🌸 Floral designs or...

Dani, friday 6-Dec-24 22
Marty
House venue
Marty, 6 October, 2024 at 13:47

Hi. Trying to plan a small wedding with 30ish guests. Looking to rent a large house for the reception with a DJ, marquee in the garden and a couple of food trucks, rather than the usual formal sit...

Stacey, thursday 5-Dec-24 189
Dani
Hitched Rewards: Our 4th edition winner is... 🥁
Dani, 3 December, 2024 at 15:57

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS ANDREA!! 🎉 Winning £3,000 in the 4th edition of Hitched Rewards, here’s what she shared: "I received the news when I was home caring for our newborn baby girl and we didn't believe...

Dani, tuesday 3-Dec-24 32

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