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Cake and champagne reception only
SunnyBlueBridesmaid489, 27 March, 2016 at 20:01

Hi all, After 3 kids and 14 yrs of engagement, my partner and I are finally getting married! We both come from large families and so have approx 150 guests. We're planning on getting married at our...

HappyYellowHair540, wednesday 30-Mar-16 6 2,064
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Wedding flip flops
James_12345, 1 February, 2016 at 10:17

Just saw the photos of my friends wedding and saw they had some wedding flip flops, and they looked great. I saw them at the time but didn't take any (for my partner) because they went so quickly (and...

ExpensivePinkConfett, wednesday 30-Mar-16 17 6,775
Beckalina
Bridesmaid dress help *mini flash*
Beckalina, 23 December, 2015 at 14:10

Hi ladies, i think I've found THE perfect bridesmaid dress but as they aren't made to measure then I've got a slight problem as they only do sizes 8-14 and my MOH is a size 16. My other bridesmaids...

Justkeepswimming, wednesday 30-Mar-16 24 4,463
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Ring wobbles
HappyBlueConfetti257, 24 March, 2016 at 19:05

So when we got engaged I loved my engagement ring, I still do! Everyone comments on how unique it is and it's a really lovely coloured stone (tanzanite, I'll try to add a picture once I've typed this...

Moonbeam88, wednesday 30-Mar-16 18 2,871
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Shoes!
Justkeepswimming, 14 March, 2016 at 23:09

Where are you all getting your shoes from? i want something like this: But perhaps a little less plain? I don't want to spend too much money (maybe £80 max) but also want them reasonably comfortable,...

jamborina, wednesday 30-Mar-16 37 6,666
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Flower Girl Baskets
MrsLBtoB, 29 March, 2016 at 16:25

Hi All, Hope you all had lovely long weekends. I am trying to find some nice flower girl baskets, ideally i'd like white wicker ones that i can add ribbon on to match our colour scheme but cannot seem...

MrsLBtoB, wednesday 30-Mar-16 3 884
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Early ceremony- all day wedding
SunnyGreenDiamonds532, 24 March, 2016 at 23:47

Hi Guys This is my first post so please be kind :-) Basically I am planning a (last minute) wedding for this summer in The Lakes on the August Bank Holiday Sunday- there's a surprising number of...

Blossom Forest Photo, tuesday 29-Mar-16 11 3,565
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Help! Shrug / shawl suggestions. Wedding Saturday!
Mogf, 28 March, 2016 at 20:29

Having brought the wedding forward from August, I have only just considered the fact it is cold at the moment and my wedding is Saturday! I need to find a shawl or something to wear for if the venue...

DB2016, tuesday 29-Mar-16 7 1,321
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Bridesmaid Dressing Gowns
RachD90, 27 March, 2016 at 15:09

Hi has anyone got cheapish Bridesmaid Dressing Gowns and where from? I really wanted mint ones from George at Asda but one of my bridesmaid was losing weight and I thought they would have them in all...

Justkeepswimming, monday 28-Mar-16 4 1,200
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DJ, Hair, Make up recommendations????
HappyBrownDiamonds179, 28 March, 2016 at 06:13

Our wedding is in about 100 days, and we still need to book a DJ, Hair and Make up. We originally had a family member doing the make up but they can't make the wedding anymore so we need to book...

Lexi_K, monday 28-Mar-16 4 775
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Petal aisle runner? Opinions please!
Much_ado_about_weddings, 28 March, 2016 at 11:21

Hi Hitched Ladies, I'd love your opinions please! I'm working my way through a to-do list of decisions and now I'm on ceremony decorations! I'm trying to decide on an aisle runner. My ceremony room...

Mrsjones2024, monday 28-Mar-16 4 1,566
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Photographer amd Videographer
rusticbride90, 24 March, 2016 at 11:59

How much are you paying for photographer and videographer and what do you get for this price? Just wanting to see if we are paying too much or getting a good deal. Its the 2nd most important thing to...

rusticbride90, monday 28-Mar-16 22 2,380
Pookie8911
To veil or not to veil!
Pookie8911, 13 March, 2016 at 11:43

Probably worrying about the wrong things really, as still not found my dress, but was chatting to the other half this morning, and he's said he's really not bothered about me wearing a veil! I didn't...

Justkeepswimming, friday 25-Mar-16 19 2,694
Ice Queen
Forum Rules - Advertising - PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU POST
Ice Queen, 13 January, 2010 at 08:31

We are getting lots of advertising on the site from members who do not advertise in the supplier directory Please read the rules before posting https://www.hitched.co.uk/chat/content/ForumRules.aspx...

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Ceremony Music - Harp?
Moonbeam88, 14 March, 2016 at 16:41

We were planning on having the organ for our church ceremony however when we last visited the church there was mention that the organ had been playing up (it's electric). We heard a harpist at a...

Much_ado_about_weddi, thursday 24-Mar-16 9 2,548
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Help with apology note!
Laurensmum, 23 March, 2016 at 22:00

Hi guys I am sending out my whole day invites next week and am having to slip an apology note into one but have no idea where to start! One guest unfortunately won't be able to come along with her OH....

Cece100, thursday 24-Mar-16 12 1,931
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Outdoor / Marquee Wedding Ideas ! Help Please :)
, 23 March, 2016 at 14:59

Hi Everyone, I got engaged in November last year and to be honest haven't thought too much about the actual planning until now, we did have a few ideas before but now looking into it, the best thing...

ExpensiveBrownDiamon, thursday 24-Mar-16 10 2,952
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Periods question.....
o0o_Charlie_o0o, 21 March, 2016 at 08:57

So my wedding isn't for 4.5 months yet but I'm really worried that just my luck I'll be due on my period or having my period for the wedding day and I just wondered if there is anything you can take...

SpreadsheetsRUs, thursday 24-Mar-16 14 3,062
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Registrar booking
Daffodil2017, 17 March, 2016 at 08:36

Well my biggest stress at the moment is its coming up to one year to the date we have provisionally booked with our venue, so I need to book it properly with the registrar. They said they can't do it...

Daffodil2017, thursday 24-Mar-16 7 1,245
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Sound Limiter & Live Bands
EmByTheRiver, 16 February, 2016 at 17:33

I'm interested to hear from recent, or soon to be brides at Gate Street Barn in Surrey. We definitely want a live band, and are abit concerned about the sound limiter which is set to 92dB. So I'm keen...

Bands For Hire, wednesday 23-Mar-16 3 2,157
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Suppliers not replying (rant)
rusticbride90, 22 March, 2016 at 09:47

Hi all.. Getting frustrated with a few suppliers who just will not respond to me! One is a videographer and one a magician. Seen them both at a wedding fayre and really want to arrange a booking with...

ExpensiveIvoryConfet, tuesday 22-Mar-16 17 2,840
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ORSETT HALL, FRIERN MANON, FENNES.
SunnyPurpleDecor523, 19 March, 2016 at 18:38

I have seen 5 venue and got it down to 3 , but I cant decide between the 3 I like all 3 of them , I aint planning on getting married until 2017/2018. has anyone got married at any of theses places...

SunnyPurpleDecor523, tuesday 22-Mar-16 6 1,241
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Please flash me your centrepieces!
bristol-bride, 7 March, 2016 at 12:53

Hi All, Completely stuck on centrepieces! There are so many styles and I can't decide what to go for, so I am looking for inspiration from you lovely ladies please, to give me some ideas! What did you...

sydneysays, tuesday 22-Mar-16 9 2,852
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Bridesmaid Dress FHFH
MrsWood2b16, 23 June, 2015 at 23:07

Hi Has anyone used 'For Her and For Him' for bridesmaid dresses? What's the quality like? Thanks xxx

NorthernLights, tuesday 22-Mar-16 12 4,997
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Cake and sweets table - silly questions!
Much_ado_about_weddings, 20 March, 2016 at 13:20

Hi all! Two really stupid questions... Firstly, should the wedding cake (cupcakes in my case!) be delivered before the ceremony or between the ceremony and reception? My ceremony and reception are at...

Mrsjones2024, monday 21-Mar-16 10 1,497
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Flowers
noideahowtoplanawedding, 18 March, 2016 at 13:48

Hi ladies So, I'm in charge of sorting the flowers for our wedding (obviously-the boy doesn't care one way or the other!). A few florists have asked me what our budget is and the problem is that I...

ExpensiveBrownDiamon, monday 21-Mar-16 12 3,850
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Ronald Joyce - Robyn
MrsWood2b16, 18 February, 2016 at 09:27

Hi all Who else has/had the beautiful Ronald Joyce - Robyn dress? :-) If you have it, what are you doing / did you do regarding a veil? With or without? If with, what style have you done for and do...

Tidal Wave, monday 21-Mar-16 10 4,782
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Sweet Table
shelleyw21, 17 March, 2016 at 19:52

Can't afford to have someone do a sweet trolley for us so I'm making my own version. I haven't finished all the boxes yet but what do you think of this

Much_ado_about_weddi, monday 21-Mar-16 7 1,474
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Any reputable online wedding dress sites out there?!
HappyBrownConfetti523, 9 March, 2016 at 01:56

Hi ive found a photo of a dress that looks perfect for my rustic type ceremony in Spain this summer but the website has horrendous reviews and warnings not to touch as do a few others with the dress...

RomanticGoldConfetti, sunday 20-Mar-16 3 1,898
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SW Venue Help!!
Otters, 16 March, 2016 at 11:08

Hi All, We're hoping to get married next June in the Hampshire / Wiltshire / Berkshire area and I'm having real trouble finding a venue for less than £5000! It seems crazy that venues can charge this...

RomanticGoldConfetti, saturday 19-Mar-16 6 1,702
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2 Month Countdown Wedding Flashy Flash
Charliebob, 17 March, 2016 at 21:16

Bride: Bridesmaids: Flowers: Cake: Venue/Decorations: Groomsmen: I can't wait, not long to go now! ? ...

Tidal Wave, friday 18-Mar-16 5 3,448
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Hen Party at Work
LauraLtobe, 17 March, 2016 at 20:46

Hi ladies, a bit of a different problem but I'm hoping you can help me out. I have (unwittingly) been given the task of helping to organise a friend at works work hen do. We will be having this in our...

Justkeepswimming, friday 18-Mar-16 1 1,726

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