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Chale

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5 August, 2016

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Stephisaur
Daft Question about Venue Decoration!
Stephisaur, 5 July, 2016 at 09:33

So, I know I still have like 10 months to go but I've had these thoughts pop into my head and I know this is a friendly place so I thought I'd ask you guys So... Who puts the favours on the tables? We...

Chale, saturday 16-Jul-16 11
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Make up
Claire'sweddingxx, 5 July, 2016 at 21:06

Hi ladies! Can you give me an idea for what you are paying/consider to be a decent price for bridal make up? I've been quoted £150 on the day and £85 for a trial, which feels like a lot! She is good...

Aimee Hicks (Makeup, tuesday 26-Jul-16 17
Arpee
August 2016 Brides - 53 brides so far!
Arpee, 6 February, 2015 at 10:38

Hello August 2016 Brides! I was inspired by daisymoo setting up the July thread and started this one. We are hitting the 18-month countdown this month, planning is starting earnest now... Let me know...

Inspyre, saturday 20-Aug-16 526
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Wedding Flowers!
MrsMarshall2B260517, 30 June, 2016 at 16:46

Hi everyone, So I'm going to see a florist at the weekend to talk flowers, I'm a little nervous as I have no idea what kind of prices are reasonable/realistic. Ill be looking to have my bridal bouquet...

Tidal Wave, friday 1-Jul-16 9
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"Of Course I'm Totally Calm & Organised" - Final Countdown thread
Mrs-Riley, 27 June, 2016 at 10:20

Anyone else feeling the pressure/heat/anxiety/tension in the looming days before your wedding. I have 39 days to go - I know because Hitched reminds me every time I sign in ? *breathe in/breathe out*....

Mrs-Riley, thursday 30-Jun-16 6
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Bridal shoes!!
MrsMarshall2B260517, 28 June, 2016 at 14:41

Hello! I have completely fallen in love with a pair of Rachel simpson shoes in powder blue, the only problem is they're £180! which seems a lot to me, especially as I have a full length dress so they...

MetalBride, saturday 2-Jul-16 11
Chidders
Mass dress flash
Chidders, 14 March, 2012 at 17:06

Please. We haven't had one of these for ages, pile in and flash us your dress. Model Me

Wordlepopolsku, saturday 27-Dec-25 968 2
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Photographer in Lancashire
wifey_for_lifey, 23 June, 2016 at 19:08

Hiya everybody, We have booked our venue (Bartle Hall in Preston) and next steps we want to book a photographer. Ideally we would like the cost to be no more than £1200 for full day (bridal prep to...

Chale, saturday 25-Jun-16 4
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Skin!!
Sleepy_Jess, 23 June, 2016 at 18:55

Hello all, i have recently booked the date for my wedding in October next year. The one thing that keeps playing on my mind is that my skin is awful. Currently the only routine I have is using wipes...

Mrsjones2024, tuesday 5-Jul-16 12
Pookie8911
Wed2B
Pookie8911, 11 June, 2016 at 21:17

Hi! Has anyone bought their dress from Wed2B? I've only tried on 'designer' dresses so far, and wanted to try on something less expensive just before I make the definite decision about spending a...

Kavya, thursday 4-Jun-26 65
katieJ2b
Hair inspiration needed!
katieJ2b, 5 June, 2016 at 18:47

I had a hair and make up trial yesterday. I LOVED my make up. It wanted a really natural look as I don't usually wear a lot of make up. I was nervous I was going to look too 'done' but when I finally...

Mrsjones2024, sunday 12-Jun-16 9
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Bridal shoes - how much to spend?!
cantwaittobemrsb, 8 June, 2016 at 10:05

Hi I've been looking for the right pair of bridal shoes and have spotted two lovely pairs, one half the price of the other but I cannot seem to find the least expensive ones in my size or colour! I...

o0o_Charlie_o0o, friday 10-Jun-16 22
NorthernLights
Lets all do a ring *FLASH*!!
NorthernLights, 24 May, 2016 at 14:52

Hey Guys, So, I got an Idea Inspired by OneHartOrTwo's Engagement Ring flash post (which was only like 30 mins ago) Why don't all us lovely Wifeyyys-to-be give our engagement rings a flash! Not...

Vixy1987, friday 10-Jun-16 30
Justkeepswimming
Printed menu or surprise? ?
Justkeepswimming, 20 May, 2016 at 14:25

We are having a set menu for our wedding breakfast (as in no choice, same for everyone except the vegetarians). Do you think it would be nice to have a print out of the menu on each table or would a...

Stephisaur, monday 23-May-16 13
MrsMarshall260517
Hair and makeup prices
MrsMarshall260517, 11 May, 2016 at 20:28

Can anyone tell me how much to expect to pay for hair and makeup on my big day, I'm based in the West Midlands. Thanks in advance!

Boro_Bex, wednesday 18-May-16 18
Pookie8911
Can't get past the cost
Pookie8911, 13 May, 2016 at 20:59

So, we are getting married end of April next year (less than a year, eek!).... My Mum lives abroad, so I went browsing for a dress with her in November, as I wanted my first experience to be with her,...

CantwaittobeMrsDavie, friday 20-May-16 15
rach_217
One month to go *Flash*
rach_217, 4 May, 2016 at 15:07

So crazily I get married a month today! And as the excitement is finally taking over I have decided to do a massive flash, just for myself really but I hope you all enjoy it 2! We have pretty much...

jayannfernandez, friday 13-May-16 10
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Confetti confusion
Tidal Wave, 26 April, 2016 at 11:44

We were sorting out some logistics last night, and we've been told that we can have confetti at the church but that it can't blow into the church, brilliant. However do we need to supply the confetti,...

Tidal Wave, friday 29-Apr-16 27
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No make up?
RomanticPurpleStationery346, 26 April, 2016 at 08:53

Hi everyone I've been browsing for around two years now and now we are due to get married in 2 months time! I never wear any make up except for mascara and have been trying to find something I feel...

Stephisaur, wednesday 27-Apr-16 8
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40 minutes between church and reception?
A-free-elf, 24 April, 2016 at 21:11

Hi all, I know there are a few posts on this already but I wanted some up-to-date opinions! My fiance and I have chosen to be married in my family church. It is where my whole family have been...

Ash953, tuesday 26-Apr-16 8
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Photographer - How much are you paying.
Future Mrs Watson , 20 April, 2016 at 14:32

Its now come to the time, we need to secure a photographer and unfortunately we have no recommendations as we live in surrey, but are getting married in Somerset, 3 hours away, therefore need to find...

Pink Roses, thursday 16-Jun-16 39
Emmy1102
Bridal Party
Emmy1102, 20 April, 2016 at 10:43

Not really a question, just though it might be nice to talk about who we have all chosen as our bridesmaids and groomsmen! We decided to keep it small, so I only have two bridesmaids; my sister and...

Ash953, sunday 24-Apr-16 23
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Time off work for wedding prep
SunnyPurpleHair123, 14 April, 2016 at 09:40

Good morning ladies (and gents)! I'm trying to work out my annual leave for this year... It's got me wondering, for all you full-time, 9-5 b2bs, how many days off are you taking before the day? My...

Chale, saturday 16-Apr-16 22
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Agree to disagree!
Mr_P, 14 April, 2016 at 12:08

So - the proposal has happened. You (or your partner) said Yes! (That's why you're here, after all!). Budget is planned (and spent!). BUT... what is the main thing you and your other half couldn't...

MetalBride, friday 22-Apr-16 16
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Where to get sheet music? Preferably free!
Mrs-Riley, 7 April, 2016 at 13:49

We are due to meet the organist finally on Sunday after church, to discuss the music at the wedding. This will be our chance to see if we can have something a little bit more exciting than your basic...

Chale, saturday 9-Apr-16 3
Mrslh2b
PP but.....
Mrslh2b, 8 March, 2016 at 11:30

I FINALLY fit into my wedding dress..... EEEEEEKKK! So after buying it two sizes too small last year (when the modesty panel wouldn't even meet with the other side of the dress) I tried it on last...

SoontobeMrsS, wednesday 9-Mar-16 10
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Dress shopping in Manchester/cheshire
JessicaRoseTobeSmith, 14 February, 2016 at 15:47

Hi ladies, Can anyone recommend some good wedding dress boutiques around the Manchester /Cheshire area. I want to make appointments to go around April time but I just don't know where to look? Thank...

kimster, wednesday 24-Feb-16 4
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Cheese - Cake, does anyone eat it?
James_12345, 26 January, 2016 at 10:38

Ive been to a few weddings where there has been a 3 tiered cake made of cheese wheels. it looks cool, but my question is, does anyone actually eat them? I dont want to be left with 3/4 of 3 cheese...

JennyPackhamBride, thursday 28-Jan-16 11
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Hair & Make Up Trial Timing
Mrs-Riley, 25 January, 2016 at 14:36

Hi Hitchers. Now I'm over the hump of Christmas & New Year, if feels like it's so much closer to the wedding! Because I'm a bit of an organised freak, I'm going through all the appointments and...

Mrs-Riley, tuesday 26-Jan-16 12
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North west/Cheshire/Liverpool brides??
MrsTurner2017, 14 January, 2016 at 00:11

Hi ladies, I am having a meltdown and can't cope with this wedding planning!! Im looking for brides in my area to chat with and maybe even go for a coffee with to discuss weddings or anything else! ...

alibean84, monday 18-Jan-16 6
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Gift List
MrsM2016, 16 January, 2016 at 15:29

What is everyone planning for their gift lists? My HB2 does not want to do one and is saying that we don't need anything. He is also saying he doesn't want to ask people for money and we should just...

samwillow, sunday 17-Jan-16 13
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Marquee in own garden for the reception
Chale, 19 August, 2014 at 10:36

Hi everyone! I'm new here. We're getting married in August 2016, so I'm trying not to think about too many of the details at this stage (although I have done some extensive Googling on wedding favours...

FutureMrsMarshall, thursday 14-Jan-16 13

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