Discussions from Planning

My family is traveling abroad for our upcoming wedding so I don't want to get my mum the traditional bouquet as a thank you as that will be wasted. Any suggestions for possible alternative thank you...

Hi, just thought I would write a post, I am getting married in a few years and am struggling choosing my bridesmaids, I know I have a while yet but it’s always something you think about. I don’t...

Hi all, i am new to this site. i was just wondering if anyone was having any problems with coach hire for their wedding. i have been quoted crazy prices. any help is much appreciated. maureen? ...

Hi everyone, I know there are some posts on here about dry hire venues but they are fairly old, and the search function hasn't been very helpful, so I am looking for some help! We want something a...

Has anyone used artistic motion videography? I came across their website, watched a few of their youtube videos and really liked them. I called to speak to them today, turns out they are based in...

Hi, It's my besfriend wedding this weekend but I dont know how much money to give. They put a poem in the invitation, asking for money instead of gifts. The thing is I'm a student and I only work part...

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...

Ok ladies and gentlemen, you've waited patiently long enough (?). I warn you this will be long. It may take me a couple of days to finish and you may not get all the pictures in the right order and...

Hi all! I'm getting married in November this year and am really struggling to find the right bridesmaids dresses for my girls. I have 5 bridesmaids and one flower girl and I'd like them all to be in...

Hi everyone! I'm just looking into booking someone to do my hair and make up and I am astounded at the amount people charge. I understand that companies charge extra as soon as you mention the "w"...

Dear all, me and my h2b would like to have an Asian Fusion Wedding. I would like to have a classic western civil ceremony, then change outfits and continue with an South Asian themed Reception and...

Hi there, Does anyone have any experience of using Hen Heaven the hen do organising company? I have used then to book by best friends hen do and from the moment they got our booking theyve been awful....

Hi Just started putting my list together - our photographer has recommended no more than 10 of these. Any must have ones you think I should add to my list? xXx

Help! I have found a venue that i have fallen in love with, after i have already booked another venue and paid my non-refundable deposit. I was advised at the time of handing over my deposit that it...

Hi there, hope someone can help! We got married at a registry office on 2016 and are having a ‘proper’ wedding day in August so all our friends and family can join us. We’re having it in a hotel and...

Hi everyone, Calling all DIYers for their tips and ideas ? My fiance and I have started planning our wedding, it's all going pretty well so far (except for our wallets but oh well...). We want a...

Hi, Our wedding photographer has vanished into thin air and we are now in a panic! Wedding is in Torquay on 18/08/18 Budget is £800-£900

I never knew how horrible wedding planning was... The first problem and most important for me is my family. My Mom has 7 living brothers and sisters. Of those 7, 1 is for sure coming to my wedding, 1...

Afternoon all, my first post here and I'm a total wedding newbie. I've never been a big wedding type girl, never dreamed of my wedding day, find attending other people's weddings a chore and think the...

I don't think I'm asking for much. I'm not one of those girls who wears heels regularly, I have big feet & long toes, and collapsing arches, so is this REALLY too much to ask... Where are all the...

Just wondering if anyone has any experience of Smooch for their wedding rings? I want a wedding ring to fit my shaped engagement ring and I have seen Smooch at a few wedding fairs but have read mixed...

So at the beginning of July I'm going to a dress shop in London in the morning that has a specific type of dress (a lot of tea length styles), & so to make a bit of a day of it, I've booked an...

Hey, I'm going to be setting up a website where guests can RSVP and get info on everything from directions to accommodation. Ideally I'd like a site that I can customise with pictures and backgrounds,...

Is it rude to ask your bridesmaids to pay for their dress? I have 6 bridesmaids and 3 flower girls.. heard some people say It's not rude but other people seem to think it is.. really stressing me...

Hi, I’ve just found this lovely website. I’m getting married next May and need to start weddings dress shopping. I’m a plus size bride so feel a bit Apprehensive had a search of the forum but it...

So, after you amazing ladies got some dress shops spot on for the wedding dress, I need some serious help. Wedding is on 6th September and I need to find the flower girl dress. Ideally bristol/Cardiff...

Hey everyone! Are you and your partner planning to renew your vows? Or perhaps you've already done it? This month I'll be writing a guide to renewing your vows and would love to include stories from...

Hi! We are getting married in a fairly inaccessible place! The wedding is all outdoors and camping. We don't have access for any kind of portable food van etc. We were going to do a BBQ but then...

Hi all, We're getting married next Saturday! Little bit stressed now trying to coordinate everything but most things are sorted. We did decide to get a photographer in the end but also want to ensure...

We've had our date with Catholic church booked since June last year. We were under the impression it was just a donation to the church, as this was the case with others we know who have been married...

So my photographer (through no fault of her own) has cancelled last minute. I managed to find another through bark. Who said he cad a couple push their wedding back a year and he can do me a £1500...