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Top Table Stress
RomanticYellowConfetti938, 6 November, 2017 at 16:13

Hi guys I'm busy planning my wedding and will be having 4 bridesmaids (3 of my best friends and my fiance's little cousin who is 11). I don't know how to set up my top table as my partner really wants...

Lilacbouquet, tuesday 7-Nov-17 1 544
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Wedding Breakfast starters???
Fiona1987, 31 October, 2017 at 19:12

So I'm finding it really difficult to choose a starter for our day. We are having a sit down wedding breakfast with the main as roast beef (maybe a bit boring but it's both mine, my partners and lots...

Paula @ Ollievision, monday 6-Nov-17 3 1,676
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Where to get ready on the wedding morning?
Lilacbouquet, 31 October, 2017 at 09:29

I am having a car to take me to the church, even though I only live about 2 minute’s drive from it (one thing I did really want), then the after-do is only about a minute drive so the chauffeur said...

Lilacbouquet, saturday 4-Nov-17 4 1,495
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High Rocks, Tunbridge Wells - feedback?
ExpensiveOrangeCakes980, 1 November, 2017 at 23:49

Hi, We're considering booking High Rocks for our wedding in 2019 but we're a bit worried about the terms and conditions and how strict they are with the suppliers you use. Does anyone have any...

Chris Giles Photogra, saturday 4-Nov-17 1 639
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2BMrsC's VERY flash heavy report!
2BMrsC, 30 May, 2017 at 22:14

Well, we have our official photos back, so here it comes ladies- my flash heavy report on our fantastic wedding on May 13th! I'd strongly suggest grabbing a cuppa or a glass of wine if you're planning...

MetalBride, thursday 2-Nov-17 28 5,658
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Wedding Singer - East Midlands
joanna9dm, 20 October, 2017 at 17:58

Evening all, I am getting married in May 2019 and looking for a wedding singer (solo or duo) to sing when we arrive at our wedding venue (after the church) and during photographs. We are marrying in...

Bands For Hire, thursday 2-Nov-17 2 737
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Registry Office Wedding
RomanticOrangeBridesmaid917, 29 October, 2017 at 00:06

Hi everyone, I’m looking for some reassurance really. I’m due to get married in 3 weeks time, we’re having the ceremony at our local registry office with 30 guests, then a big party afterwards. I am...

MrsWtoB, wednesday 1-Nov-17 4 2,088
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Afternoon tea wedding struggles...
Blondebride27, 26 October, 2017 at 10:11

Hi guys, Having an afternoon tea for my wedding breakfast (4pm) with canapés before, and a hog roast in the evening. Afternoon tea will include warm scones, sandwiches, brownies or shortbread, and a...

Chapples, monday 30-Oct-17 4 2,157
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Yoga Retreat Hen Party in Ibiza!
HappyOrangeFlowers954, 26 October, 2017 at 14:13

Hi, I'm new to the site. Has anyone organised a yoga retreat hen party in Ibiza? There's so many companies out there, so would be great to get any reviews! Thank you so much in advance! Helen xx ...

JessNav, monday 30-Oct-17 345
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Oyster coloured wedding dresses
Gerz807, 29 October, 2017 at 20:38

Hi Has anyone worn an oyster coloured wedding dress? If so what colours did you choose to go with it? Any pictures would be greatly appreciated.. I really need help! Thanks ?

Gerz807, sunday 29-Oct-17 284
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Help! Aubergine or plum Bridesmaid dresses
Coopertobe, 27 October, 2017 at 20:48

Hi all, I'm having a bit of a nightmare on the bridesmaid hunt. My colours are Aubergine or deep plum, I've search literally all over the uk for a certain 'Olivia' dress from house of Fraser with no...

Mrs_Conduct, sunday 29-Oct-17 1 563
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House hire venue - please help!
LuxuriousBrownBridesmaid935, 27 October, 2017 at 16:57

Hi, We've had an idea to hire out a large house / whole venue with accomodation for our wedding either Friday to Sunday or 2 days in the week We will have around 40- 50 people and would like to have...

LuxuriousBrownBrides, friday 27-Oct-17 150
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Informal wedding ideas - having a meltdown!
Toelopeornottoelope, 18 October, 2017 at 21:54

Hey there everyone, We are having a huge conundrum... We'd like a pretty informal wedding, civil ceremony and then a little food but no 3 course meal, no speeches and no couple dance, and focus...

Sorbet, friday 27-Oct-17 7 4,972
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Spanner in the works
SunnyGoldHair679, 24 October, 2017 at 20:22

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SunnyGoldHair679, wednesday 25-Oct-17 3 933
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Getting married in the UK VS Married Abroad??
girlaboutbarbs, 24 February, 2014 at 13:39

This is me and my fiance's dilemma right now! He's keen to get married abroad, but I think it would be more realistic to get married in the UK? Sway us??

HappyGoldHair1001, wednesday 25-Oct-17 27 14,460
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Getting married before friend
ExpensiveRedCars840, 6 May, 2017 at 20:23

I'm hoping I can get some advice. My other half and I have decided to get married next year. We have a date secured. We are currently keeping this on the downlow because my friend is getting married...

ExpensiveRedCars840, tuesday 24-Oct-17 9 3,393
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Ring sizes
venart, 18 February, 2012 at 18:01

Hello ladies, just thought I'd ask a quick question about ring sizes. How loose/tight is your engagement ring? Obviously our fingers swell and shrink depending on the temperature and other factors,...

HappyPurpleDecor979, friday 20-Oct-17 14 2,610
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Glasgow Rangers Football
*Linda*, 19 October, 2017 at 18:18

Hi there, I know Ive seen this before but having just done a search I cant seem to find it now......does anyone have the contact details for Glasgow Rangers Football Club as would love to contact them...

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Gifts - Is it okay to ask for money?
Lilacbouquet, 17 October, 2017 at 15:02

Me and my fiancé have been living together for over 4 years (over 5 when we get married) so we are set up for the house, so it seems a shame for people to buy us the traditional house items when we...

Meg101, thursday 19-Oct-17 7 1,585
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Sylen lake llanelli
nikkinash11, 19 October, 2017 at 13:09

Does anyone know how much the hire fee is for sylen lake llanelli please?? Ive messaged the venue alot but havent had a response yet Thank you

nikkinash11, thursday 19-Oct-17 337
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Bridesmaid Troubles
ExpensiveGreenCakes922, 17 October, 2017 at 19:09

Over a year ago my partner and I got engaged and we couldn’t wait to start planning our big day. We booked our venue and asked a selection of the special people in our lives to be part of our bridal...

April2018Bride, thursday 19-Oct-17 3 1,036
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Make-up
Northerngirl, 8 October, 2017 at 11:32

Hi ladies Please can I ask for your help. I haven't got money in my budget for a Make-up artist. Do you know if any shops on the high street will do make-up for my wedding. I was thinking along the...

Willows2B, wednesday 18-Oct-17 5 1,298
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Lake district wedding
Harrypigeon, 14 October, 2017 at 09:16

Hi has anyone got any suggestions for lake district venues?

RomanticPinkDecor912, wednesday 18-Oct-17 1 636
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Affordable Wedding Venues Surrey / Kent / Close to London
LuxuriousBrownStationery991, 16 October, 2017 at 13:29

Hi there! My fiance just started planning our wedding and we're struggling to find a venue. We live in London and want to have our wedding close to London, in the country-side. Preferably something...

SunnyPurpleCars983, tuesday 17-Oct-17 1 749
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Reception venue too small
HappyGoldStationery593, 15 October, 2017 at 23:17

Hi everyone, long time lurker but first time poster! I find myself needing some advice, we have booked our reception venue for Summer 2018 (this was booked back in April 2017) however over the past...

Sorbet, tuesday 17-Oct-17 657
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How to get a designer dress at low cost?
Ivana123, 3 October, 2017 at 12:50

Hi all, I recently got engaged and am now diving into the wedding dresses ... yay ... very excited. I haven't tried anything on, but fell in love with the spanish designer dresses based on pictures:...

RomanticPurpleCars98, friday 13-Oct-17 6 1,116
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Honeymoon fund - help needed!
shanmia35, 5 October, 2017 at 08:34

Hi all My partner and I want to set up a honeymoon fund for our wedding (we've contributed to loads and so have no qualms about it being tacky etc). We want one that just allows people to donate...

shanmia35, friday 13-Oct-17 3 792
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Can't find a venue I like! What to do? Help!
crao, 10 October, 2017 at 19:08

Please help! I can't find a wedding venue that I like and I just dont know what to do. My dream would be to get married and have the reception at home in the garden but of course it's not possible to...

Sorbet, thursday 12-Oct-17 1 1,467
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Invites - Guest Information What to include
pooksgirl, 5 October, 2017 at 01:33

Hi Hitchers! I'm starting to organise my invites and I'm struggling with what to include on the "Guest Info" sheet. So far I've got: Full address of venue Date and Time menu options Our website How to...

April2018Bride, tuesday 10-Oct-17 5 1,042
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Dry hire venue in London / Berkshire / Central London / Bucks
RomanticGoldConfetti896, 4 October, 2017 at 14:29

Hi all – I desperately need help from all you lovely ladies (and some gents) for venue suggestions. I am looking for: Dry hire (our own caterer, our own alcohol) For 180-200 guests Enough space for...

RomanticGoldStatione, monday 9-Oct-17 2 903
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Mixed Race, Curly Hair Stylists - where are they?!
MixedRaceCurlyHairHelp, 23 February, 2016 at 18:04

Hey everyone. Really hoping you can help! I'm mixed race with naturally curly hair. I'm finding when I look at portfolios that bridal stylists seem to fall into two camps: white people, and black...

LuxuriousGreenHair87, monday 9-Oct-17 5 7,831 1
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Sound limiters at the Barbican
SunnyBlueCakes764, 4 October, 2017 at 10:11

Me and my partner are getting married at the Barbican next March 2018, we just tried booking a band who have refused to play at the venue due to the sound limiters there. Has anyone got married there...

Chris Giles Photogra, sunday 8-Oct-17 6 1,121

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