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Hello! How are you and your wedding preparations? In 4 years I have a wedding but I love to plan earlier so I hope that everything will go like I dream. I wanted to ask you what do you think about...
Hi! I've only just signed up to the forum, hoping to be able to chat to other brides and stop annoying my family and friends every day! I seem to have hit a bit of a wall, I've booked my venue and...
So I've been looking around at wedding photographers for the past couple of months, but I just can't seem to make up my mind if I should book up or not. I'm absolutely terrified of being in front of...
Get the most out of your flowers Price out multiple meal options Simplify your drink options Stick to in-season blooms Ask about excess inventory Shop sample gowns Use the venue’s resources Skip the...
We're getting married in Barbados next August so currently liaising with bakers. Being in England we're having to go off of recommendations. wondered how people get around suppliers that ask what's...
I have 6 bridesmaids for my wedding next year and am struggling to find nice dresses that are not really old fashioned! I would be happy for them all to wear different styles but would want them in...
Can anyone suggest a UK tailor who doesn't charge the earth to make a suit for the OH and his best man? Thanks so much xx
Heya, Has anyone's OH got a suit made to measure before? My OH is looking in to this but he just can't justify Saville Row prices but I'm not sure how much cheaper other tailors would be and whether...
I'm in the process of booking a hair and makeup lady for my wedding next year. She said she doesn't take deposits and can pay for the trial on the trial day, and the wedding hair/makeup on the wedding...
I have two schemes in mind. 1. mixture of dark green and light green (mint-ish) 2. orange and coral pink.
Ive got 10 bridesmaids, who are wearing open toe shoes. I’ve asked them all to have french polish on hands and toes, but one bridesmaid has had orange gel done and is refusing to change it ?. My...
I'm at a loss of what to do for my hen day. A friend has offered to organise it, but so far the options are gin tasting, not good as half my friends don't drink it! Cup cake making or a spa day with...
Really tired of seeing the same dresses! Would love an alternative to lace and chiffon...I like silk but not sure I've found the right one yet. Thank you
Hi all, im thinking of writing my save the dates soon and like the idea of posting them in family’s and friends Christmas cards. Im not getting married until 2021 but I think at least people have save...
Hello i am getting married next February in Marrakesh and am looking for an MUA who will be willing to travel to Morocco ? I didn’t haven’t much luck online but wanted to do the trial in London and...
Hi all, I would like to send my save the dates soon, I have an idea of sending them in peoples Christmas cards this year, which I personally think is a nice touch, but on one hand I don’t want to...
Hello there My partner and I attended our local registry office on Friday to give notice. We took all the documentation I was told to bring, when I showed my decree absolute the registrar told me I...
Hello! wonder if anyone could help or if anyone has experienced similar. I am struggling to find a wedding ring to match my engagement ring due to its shape and style (not typical solitaire). Pic...
So my MOH and bridesmaids have started organising my away hen party. As I have a big family the number of people I needed to invite was quite a large number. I’ve sent out a text to everyone to see...
Hi there! I have looked at these two venues that suit my budget and needs, I'm wondering has anybody been here and has any views please? I really liked the idea of whitsand bay fort , sent emails back...
Looking for venue ideas in cornwall please!! I really want a venue by the beach, ceremony, photos on the beach and then a nice meal, we will be having around 20 guests and so evening do as such. I...
Hello, I’m looking for some advice as I’ve recently received the heartbreaking news that my Dad has decided he’s not coming to my wedding. I told my Dad as soon as I got engaged (2018) that I would...
Hello! wonder if anyone could help or if anyone has experienced similar. I am struggling to find a wedding ring to match my engagement ring due to its shape and style (not typical solitaire). Pic...
Please help! Im getting married in the summer, and my bridesmaids will be 12, 14 and 16. Im struggling so much to find dresses that will fit them all. For example, Monsoon will for the younger 2 but...
Hi I have sent out save the dates to my evening guests as well but put on the back of the envelope a pretty reception sticker. This is because my wedding is midweek and so they might need to plan a...
Looking for some advice - everyone says not to sweat the small stuff when it comes to weddings but I'm questioning the big stuff! In particular, the venue and my dress... We booked our venue months...
Hi guys i wondered if anyone else has had this problem- i have given my notice of marriage and had the interview etc at the same time. I have now received the paper work from the registry office that...
Has anyone recently got married in the Swansea area? I'd love to get some feedback on any of the venues. I'm recently engaged and starting to think of my wedding I love the morgans hotel in Swansea,...
We've finally pencilled in a date with the venue (?) and obviously now need to speak to the registry office to check availability but after a bit of online research I'm starting to think a registrar...
Hi all, We are about to book our wedding for a Sunday in Nov 2020. My first concern is that people won't want to come, if they feel they need to take time off work. I am about to send my Save The...
So we were just going to have a party to celebrate our wedding but we have. Is decided it easier to have both at the hotel. we have a 5pm civil ceremony and then hog roast bbq for the evening with a...