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Alleycat

United Kingdom · From September 2008

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Anyone know what has happened to landy-bridal?
laurenbird, 11 March, 2009 at 21:17

I was trying to log into their store on flea bay, but I cant seem to find their store! Getting a little worried because I really wanted to buy a dress from her and its probably the only way I can...

Alleycat, thursday 12-Mar-09 6
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Totally selfish rant about cousin - Updated, they've gone and done it anyway!!!
Alleycat, 28 January, 2009 at 20:43

Hi all, Me and the OH got engaged (properly, were sort of for 8 years before) in September last year. We set the date for our wedding in October for 28th June this year and have been busy planning and...

irrelephant, thursday 26-Feb-09 22
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Long very thin and fine hair options!
BrideHannahB, 24 February, 2009 at 08:39

Hi All, As the post says, I have long hair but hardly anything of it and its really fine. I really wanted to put it up on the wedding day but think it could look ridiculous as I really don't have...

Monkeybear959, wednesday 25-Feb-09 8
Ruby
*E* b a y BM dresses - any recs please?
Ruby, 23 February, 2009 at 20:43

Hi planners I'm an old married BTer now but am looking for SIL. Has anyone got any recommendations for the cheaper made to measure (often from china) sellers of bridesmaid and flowergirl dresses? I...

Ruby, tuesday 24-Feb-09 7
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Bargain wedding dresses on bay of e
Alleycat, 21 February, 2009 at 21:32

Hi all, Just thought I would let you know that there are a load of ex sample Berketex Bride dresses on Ebay. Not the one I am after unfortunately (having a copy made in China but if find the real...

Alleycat, saturday 21-Feb-09 483
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Do you think I'm mad???
Livvychick, 18 February, 2009 at 18:37

Hey all I'm new here, having just got engaged at the weekend. We would really love to get married on the 10th Oct 09, that only gives us 8 months!!!! Am I a glutton for punishment??? The reason for...

MrsMcB2B, thursday 19-Feb-09 15
The Sock Chicken
How many for a buffet?
The Sock Chicken, 18 February, 2009 at 23:17

We will have about 60 people for the day and an extra 60 for the evening. WE originally thought to do buffet for 80, but the venue say 100 or 110, because its better to have too much rather than not...

sdaisy22, thursday 19-Feb-09 17
lauralil
how much for mini wedding cakes? recs?
lauralil, 18 February, 2009 at 18:31

As the post said! anyone having them?? L xx

BespokeTailor, thursday 19-Feb-09 9
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20% discount at Coast
dd2b, 17 February, 2009 at 17:33

Hiya, Coast are doing a 20% discount at the moment when you spend over £125. Thought it would be useful for anyone planning on getting their BM dresses from there....

Alleycat, tuesday 17-Feb-09
bec84
May have found my dress!!!
bec84, 16 February, 2009 at 18:16

Super excited, after my massive disappointment last week with the dressmaker, I think I've found my ideal dress - for a 3rd of the price she was quoting me! Thanks everyone who was helping me out -...

passionweddingflower, tuesday 17-Feb-09 9
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Anyone bought a wedding dress they can wear again?
freda, 16 February, 2009 at 16:44

We are having a really low key wedding, and I'm looking for a lovely dress that I can wear again in the future to other posh occasions (I can't afford to spend that much money on something I'll only...

MrsMcB2B, monday 16-Feb-09 5
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Flower HIB's and anyone else who can help, Make my own bouquets?
irrelephant, 16 February, 2009 at 12:32

I was talking to my mum the other day and suggested silks to her might be cheaper and would also mean i could keep them. Mum said she wasn't keen and so we discussed maybe having a go at trying our...

overtherainbow, tuesday 17-Feb-09 11
Stupidgirl45
RSVP/Reply Cards - Question/Advice Needed
Stupidgirl45, 16 February, 2009 at 12:39

1) General survey, how many of you are putting RSVP cards in with your invites? 2) If you are, are you doing them for both day + night guests or just day??? Help much appreciated xx

Bridget Gump, monday 16-Feb-09 32
leni
Buying dresses from the US
leni, 15 February, 2009 at 21:26

I tried on a dress yesterday and it's defo a contender although slightly over budget? anyway, the dress I tried on fitted perfectly and apart from the length would need no alterations. I've seen a...

debs1701, monday 16-Feb-09 2
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dress postings???? Would love to see them...
Catherine21, 15 February, 2009 at 18:14

Am just starting all this, with a view to having a wedding date some time in November (waiting on divorce!!). Would love to see piccies of people's dresses..... Plus. how long has it taken to order...

soon2bsummers, tuesday 17-Feb-09 57
cheska
Table Dec Help Needed
cheska, 14 February, 2009 at 16:51

Help - I need some inspiration...... We really wanted candelabras on all the tables but trying to get some within a reasonable budget is proving difficult. So have now thought about getting some big...

Sherrie H, monday 16-Feb-09 8
Stupidgirl45
X Posted and DEFINITELY a TMI but health related Q....
Stupidgirl45, 15 February, 2009 at 15:19

*overshare alert* Basically I've got to go and have an ultrasound where they put the ultrasound *wand* up inside you. Has anyone had this done? Does it hurt? Am a bit freaked as its a male doc and a...

Saracroft251, monday 16-Feb-09 19
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RSVP etiquette
SPLODGIE, 15 February, 2009 at 17:51

Hi We have received an invitation to an evening do which includes a preprinted RSVP page. Should I pop this in a card or just fill in and return. RSVP are to brides parents whom we do know but not...

claires, sunday 15-Feb-09 5
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flowergirl dresses, show me some pics please
berniebride, 11 February, 2009 at 14:55

Hello all, I have a darling 3 year old flowergirl who needs a dress and I don't know where to start! would love a cute long tutu type cream dress for her but am not having much luck, Help! x

Alleycat, saturday 14-Feb-09 16
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HELP - what shall I do?!?!
the future mrs h, 13 February, 2009 at 13:27

Hey I am fuming!! I have a cousin who I'm not that close to, I probably see her once a year if that. The last time I saw her was September but before that it was over a year. We get on well (so I...

Alleycat, friday 13-Feb-09 15
chicken82
just found out i need rings!
chicken82, 12 February, 2009 at 22:39

No, im not thick i realsie you need rings to get married, but a friend was making them for me, but unfortunatly has to pull out of the offer. We havent budgeted for this at all, as it was going to be...

chicken82, monday 16-Feb-09 10
Pina Colada
Hi all! Any wedding fairs coming up in Central London?
Pina Colada, 12 February, 2009 at 19:11

As title really! Have a client who is wanting to take her H2B to a wedding fair in central London and thought would ask you lovely ladies before I start researching! TIA!

Pina Colada, thursday 12-Feb-09 2
thefuturemrsclarke
whats everyones mens wearing?
thefuturemrsclarke, 12 February, 2009 at 09:04

What are your grooms wearing? and who else is matching them? bms ushers? and if they match are they matching the bridesmaids as well. i originally wanted hot pink for bridesmaids but oh doesnt want to...

teeheeyoucrazyguys!, thursday 12-Feb-09 10
bec84
Gutted - lesson learnt is don't fall in love before you know how much it costs!
bec84, 10 February, 2009 at 17:55

Just had my quote back for my dress to be made for me....and its about 50% over what I budgeted. I can't justify spending the extra money on it at all, and I've seen loads of beautiful dresses for...

Brian Parkes LSWPP (, friday 13-Feb-09 35
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** 2009 LIST **
Royalty, 16 May, 2008 at 17:45

AGAIN!! If anyone is missing or anything is incorrect just let me know and I will change it. THE OFFICIAL 2009 LIST January 10th - willow 17th - twinks 31st - tracey_h February 7th - kelly_070209...

bluewater, thursday 26-Nov-09 222
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WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHS taken for FREE....
kazzz692, 8 February, 2009 at 10:37

Hi all, I came across this Web Site www.shotonephotography.com They look very good & are offering for a short time only to take your WEDDING PHOTOS for absolutely FREE..... Thanks Kaz..... ...

Brian Parkes LSWPP (, thursday 12-Feb-09 44
Bridget Gump
What car are you having?
Bridget Gump, 9 February, 2009 at 19:45

I'm looking at transport for me and my dad to the church and then me and H2B from the church to the reception. I'd rather go for modern and/or quirky rather than an old RR, but am stuggling to think...

chicken82, tuesday 10-Feb-09 23
shoegal01
has ne1 been able to book registrar sooner than 12 months b4 wedding
shoegal01, 7 February, 2009 at 23:19

I was told i could only book 12 months before and not sooner. i am a bit anxious that i wont be able to get the registrar at the time i want on the day i want when i hvae booked the venue??

loobyg, sunday 8-Feb-09 7
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june 09 brides
mrsgibson2b, 7 February, 2009 at 16:05

Hello everyone, i'm new on here and getting wed 27th june this year, really excited, any other june brides out there, and where are you clare x

cantwait2bMrsC, saturday 7-Feb-09 6
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A bit gutted - anyone else got same problem?
mccaules, 7 February, 2009 at 11:03

Hiya folks! We rang the venue last night to see how many guests had booked rooms there so far etc. I then asked if it was ok to have candles (tea lights) on the tables, and they said it was fine for...

mccaules, saturday 7-Feb-09 9
The Sock Chicken
Things you secretly (or not so secretly) hate about weddings - Take 2
The Sock Chicken, 4 February, 2009 at 23:00

Ok, I know this has been done before.....and it was so much fun the first time around, plus we have lots of newbies since then.....so here we go............. (And remember its a bit of fun so dont be...

Mrs S*, sunday 8-Feb-09 99
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Buying dresses on the cheap!?
BeckyG123, 5 February, 2009 at 20:00

Hi everyone! I've been reading the "how much are you spening on your dress" thread and wondered if there's anyone out there who has ordered theirs off the internet really cheap? I've found Victoria's...

lovesmyshoes, monday 9-Feb-09 15

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