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MrsScott2be2018
Primark Suits
MrsScott2be2018, 27 January, 2018 at 19:26

Hello everyone My fiancee had a heart attack back in October and part of the reason was stressing about paying for the wedding. So we have cut back and saved a lot of money. We are getting lovely...

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Photographers
SkyrimBride, 13 January, 2018 at 22:03

Hi Ladies I just need some advice regarding photographers. Initially me and my H2B didn't want a photographer as we don't really like having our photos taken, and wedding photography seems to be...

jeffshamphoto, friday 2-Feb-18 9 1,269
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Wedding flowers delivered from the supermarket
ExpensiveBrownCakes789, 10 January, 2018 at 22:35

Hi Brides, 3 months to go for me! ? I am planning to have a little bit of flowers in the church and of course in the reception venue. I don't need a lot of them as I will be using other decoration...

ExpensivePurpleCars4, thursday 1-Feb-18 2 1,316
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Top table & divorced parents!
KatherineNx, 22 January, 2018 at 13:36

Hi all, Both my mum and dad are divorced and are remarried, and my soon-to-be husbands parents are still married. My parents and step parents don’t overly get along but will be civil under the...

ExpensivePurpleCars4, thursday 1-Feb-18 3 1,247
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Mori Lee, Provnovias and Stella York Price Ranges
RomanticGreenCakes946, 13 January, 2018 at 19:27

Hi ladies, I had my first ever dress trying on today which was exciting. I went to Wed2B in Liverpool and I had a really good experience - the girls in there were lovely and really helpful! Obviously...

VegasBride2017, tuesday 30-Jan-18 6 1,348
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Should we change ceremony time?
RomanticYellowCakes1033, 14 January, 2018 at 18:57

Hi all! We get married 1/9/19 and I am just researching some details when I suddenly wonder if Ive booked the ceremony too late. Its booked for 3:30pm. Our event coordinator suggested later rather...

Annelie @ Annelie Ed, monday 29-Jan-18 8 1,735
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Guest list - colleagues and plus-ones
HappyOrangeHair872, 12 January, 2018 at 00:15

Hi everyone, Opinions please! I started my job in April 2017 and my wedding is hopefully September 2018. We are hoping for 70-75 guests but list is currently at 90! Currently working on guest list....

Rachalan, sunday 28-Jan-18 4 1,443
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How much did you spend on your wedding?
HappyBlueBridesmaid10692, 21 January, 2018 at 23:10

I'm currently saving up for my wedding, I only have £72.60 so far (only started saving this month) I know I can get balloons and other decor cheap from the pound stores & eBay and am open to do...

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help please! bridesmaid dresses!
Brideofjuly, 4 January, 2018 at 00:05

Hi everyone, hope you are all OK and enjoying wedding planning! Only just found this website...its ace! Just wondered if people could give suggestions for bridesmaid dresses please? I have 4 so...

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Help please! Grandma problems
HollyHavisham, 11 January, 2018 at 21:37

Hello all! I'm going you can advise. Our wedding is set for March 2020 but I'm already having sleepless nights about my grandma (mum's side) Long story short, my parents are divorced and my maternal...

SasenachBride, wednesday 24-Jan-18 4 1,088
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Prezola - experiences/reviews
Caroline88xx, 22 January, 2018 at 15:43

Hello, if anyone ha used Prezola, specifically for gifts and cash funds, can you let me know how you found the service? Was it all smooth and easy to use? Did you have any problems? Thank you!

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When do we tell the guests about accommodation?!
GeordieDevonBride, 15 January, 2018 at 11:00

This is likely to be my first of MANY questions on this forum! After much searching, we have finally booked our wedding venue. We are originally from Newcastle and have been together over 7 years, but...

HappyBrownDecor18059, tuesday 23-Jan-18 5 1,208
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I need a Free / Budget wedding photographer: April 2013 in London
Sarald, 2 October, 2012 at 09:41

Hi everyone.. Can anyone please help us?? We are getting married in April, a very sweet day with just the two of us as we are eloping !! We are staying next to St Pauls so have the cathedral as a back...

LuxuriousGoldFlowers, sunday 21-Jan-18 16 4,544
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Any experience with directional sound system? Is 95db enough?
Theade, 19 January, 2018 at 18:56

Hello, The wedding venue we want has just given us the details of their sound system. Apparently it’s restricted to 95db but he says it’s in the roof of the marquee and points down at the dance floor....

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Help! Etiquette re: wedding reception 1 year after rushed wedding due to illness
Little_magpie, 18 January, 2018 at 11:05

Hi I'm looking for suggestions, advice and blunt opinions on how to hold our wedding reception 1 year after the wedding please!! We planned a very small wedding ceremony with immediate family and a...

Sandra-Dee, thursday 18-Jan-18 485
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Venue Help! (Yorkshire and surrounding areas)
Bride2019, 29 December, 2017 at 14:27

First post! Just wondering whether anyone knew of any rustic-type wedding venues (preferably with a barn) available that I may have overlooked? Completely googled out and going around in circles! We...

RomanticBrownHair710, wednesday 17-Jan-18 8 1,087
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Spray tan or sunbed
JessNav, 9 January, 2018 at 16:39

Hi all, Getting hitched end of May and like everyone I want to look my best and have that "just stepped off a plane" glow. With it being May I doubt the Great British weather will allow me to get a...

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My parents are ruining my wedding and the whole experience
LuxuriousIvoryFlowers685, 5 January, 2018 at 15:53

I am getting married in 5 months and it is now where we have to confirm mostly everything to our suppliers. Myself and my husband to be are paying for the wedding with no help from our parents.But my...

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Cheaper wedding venues Hertfordshire
HappyRedCakes777, 4 January, 2018 at 21:31

Hi looking for cheaper wedding venues around Herts if anyone knows heard Hertford Castle was quite good value but wondering about ceremony and reception there food drinks etc thank u

RomanticOrangeStatio, saturday 13-Jan-18 6 1,936
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Are there ANY nice registry offices around here?!
RomanticBlueConfetti879, 9 January, 2018 at 11:21

Hello, For a few reasons we've decided to get married fairly quickly so we're just going to do a registry office and then maybe a meal and at a later date we'll do more of a blessing and wedding when...

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Flat wedding shoes
LuxuriousPinkDecor833, 5 January, 2018 at 12:30

Whats everyone thoughts on flat wedding shoes? Im 27 and like to think quite a glam girl but shoes are a big hate point of mine. Im 5ft 11 and hate it, If i could get 5 inched chopped off my legs i...

SunnyYellowCakes9820, thursday 11-Jan-18 8 1,498
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Name differs on decree absolute
LuxuriousBrownBridesmaid72569, 10 January, 2018 at 18:00

My H2B changed his name (by one letter!) over 30 years ago, but not by deed poll. All documents (passport, driving licence, bank, council tax, etc.) are in his new name. His Decree Absolute is in his...

LuxuriousBrownBrides, wednesday 10-Jan-18 228
qwertystarr
Wedding dress dry cleaners in London.
qwertystarr, 9 January, 2018 at 20:20

Can anyone recommend a professional dry cleaners that clean wedding dresses? I purchased a dress from a sample sale and I feel it needs to be refreshed. I have come accross treasured posssessions but...

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Wedding cost breakdown
BanditBrideBandit, 16 December, 2017 at 12:37

Hi lovelies, I wonder if anyone would be so kind to share their costs of the wedding and details of each cost? I'm trying to show my partner how much weddings can cost in the realistic sense, and I...

LuxuriousGoldCakes77, monday 8-Jan-18 10 3,028
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Wedding ring nightmare - truly need advice and other perspectives please
RomanticPurpleFlowers963, 6 January, 2018 at 17:29

Sorry for how long this post is. It feels good to get it all out.... to sum up I don’t know whether to post back a badly made ring with my engagement ring so I can get a refund of about £470 or just...

shanmia35, sunday 7-Jan-18 552
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PA. system for speeches
SunnyBlueHair913, 1 January, 2018 at 15:57

Hi guys looking for help. Me and the OH get married in April and are coming towards the final stages of planning. Just wondering if any of you know of a budget pa system for the speeches or a way for...

Peter, wednesday 3-Jan-18 4 1,237
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Wedding Abroad - Tipping Etiquette
ExpensiveGreenBridesmaid58372, 2 January, 2018 at 22:39

Hi All I'm getting married in Florida, September 18. I was wondering if anyone could give me advice on tipping? I'm trying to complete a budget but have absolutely no idea how much to hand out in...

ExpensiveGreenBrides, tuesday 2-Jan-18 228
BonnieLass
Photographer recommendations in Northern Ireland needed!
BonnieLass, 18 March, 2009 at 14:03

Just starting to look for photographers for the big day & wondered if anyone knew of any good ones. No particular price range, I know alot of togs have a variety of packages etc. TIA! xx

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Free wedding stuff for DIY wedding!
LuxuriousBrownCars665, 28 September, 2016 at 15:32

Hi Brides! My wedding day is over now, and I did a lot of the decor myself. It was a rustic hessian/burlap themed wedding and I have quite a bit of stuff leftover. I would love to give it away FREE...

HappyYellowConfetti1, sunday 31-Dec-17 17 4,816
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My friend stole my idea!
ExpensiveRedCars840, 24 October, 2017 at 00:34

Ok so my friend got married earlier this year. She only recently got her photos back and was not happy with them. She booked a different photographer for a reshoot and got some photos back.. I had a...

SpecialEdition1987, saturday 30-Dec-17 5 1,688
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Is it feasible to alter Justin Alexander 8878?
DebbieW, 25 December, 2017 at 07:44

I'm in love with JA 8878 online (https://www.justinalexander.com/en/justin-alexander/collection/wedding-dresses/8878/) and found a good bargain on Ebay. I'm usually UK size 8 but I think the dress I...

MetalBride, thursday 28-Dec-17 578
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searching for a cheap dry hire venue or pretty village hall in Essex - help needed!
wilskiwedding, 12 December, 2017 at 21:05

Hi everyone, I'm new on here and am seeking your help. I have a small budget for our wedding and I'm really struggling to find a venue we like. We either want a pretty village hall or a dry hire venue...

RomanticIvoryDiamond, wednesday 27-Dec-17 617

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