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ApricotTree

United Kingdom · From July 2013

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5 December, 2013

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pink & glitz
anyone getting married in Italy?
pink & glitz, 22 June, 2014 at 17:33

I am! Wondering who else is??? X

ApricotTree, monday 23-Jun-14 4
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Wedding dress advice Central BRISTOL
TheLilBride, 3 June, 2014 at 00:55

Hi all! First post here; I'm getting married in about a year (^^) and have booked myself in for a wedding dress appointment at the end of the month- unfortunately just made the mistake of looking at...

beccak, tuesday 3-Jun-14 4
StaffsLass
Wedding Competitions?
StaffsLass, 12 May, 2014 at 16:53

Hi everyone, Does anyone know the best way to find wedding competitions, specially for photography and dresses? And any tips on entering to win? We have a lot sorted now for our wedding, but we have a...

Bhatti, thursday 16-Apr-26 16 1
Erin8
Lets talk about M&S cake...
Erin8, 21 April, 2014 at 20:42

We are planning on getting our wedding cake from Marks & Spencer's. 3 tiers of this style of cake: http://www.marksandspencer.com/traditional-wedding-cake-medium-tier/p/pb940041 Sorry to be so dim...

Erin8, wednesday 23-Apr-14 8
xoxoxo2017
advantages of an engagement photo shoot??
xoxoxo2017, 1 April, 2014 at 19:34

I am thinking of having one, exactly 1 year to the day we marry, in the garden/park behind our venue (which we wont get to enjoy on the day) - we would get 20 prints, 1 signature frame, images on disk...

MrsBeckiW, wednesday 2-Apr-14 5
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Photographer advice - time needed for an elopement shoot
MrsACF, 27 March, 2014 at 11:02

Hi, H2B and I are getting married in the Lake District in June, just us – no guests (witnesses provided by hotel). No cake, no first dance or any of that malarkey. Just a simple civil ceremony...

byrebecca1, saturday 29-Mar-14 4
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Last minute wedding cake dilemma - Opinions please?!
Annabel Lee, 27 March, 2014 at 11:07

Hi, the wedding is in just over a week, and I'm having some last minute meltdowns. Todays dilemma is about the cake... Ok, we're having a 4 tiered wedding 'cheese' cake instead of a proper wedding...

overtherainbow, friday 28-Mar-14 44
Elixia
how long for pro photos?
Elixia, 28 March, 2014 at 14:12

I'm in agony, I'm holding off the report til i get my photos (since guest ones are thin on the ground) on average how long does it take?

Peter, tuesday 1-Apr-14 70
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Photographer - Aberdeen
bumble84, 25 March, 2014 at 18:26

Hey brides and brides to be Can anyone recommend a good photographer in the Aberdeen area? Thanks

ApricotTree, wednesday 26-Mar-14 1
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Photographer recommendations for Warwickshire
corr1ne, 20 March, 2014 at 14:09

We've reserved our venue today and I'm getting married a little sooner than expected (18th October 2014); less than 7 months to go ?. So as well as sorting out insurance before I pay the venue...

Jens Hand Crafted St, friday 21-Mar-14 9
Forever Wedding Dance
OM's - what do you miss most (and least) about wedding planning?
Forever Wedding Dance, 17 March, 2014 at 18:52

I wasn't sure whether this was more Off Topic but actually thought it might be helpful for current brides to see what it's like from the other side! I have been married six months on Friday and in one...

ApricotTree, thursday 20-Mar-14 6
mustard_mitt
Marryoke
mustard_mitt, 14 March, 2014 at 08:51

At the Wedding Fair at the NEC recently, I found a stand for Wedding Marryoke, which looked like utter genius and such a great reminder of your day. Has anyone had one at their wedding or know anyone...

Luna Lovegood, thursday 2-Oct-14 71
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tipping
Katty1234, 10 March, 2014 at 11:56

Hi guys! Does anyone know what the etiquette is for tipping suppliers (i.e band, other musicians, caterers) on the wedding day when you pay the balance? Obviously given that they provide good...

Hisgirl, monday 10-Mar-14 11
DrBuffles
is this worth £600?
DrBuffles, 19 February, 2014 at 11:09

Whilst googling my venue to get inspiration I came across this image. I contacted the supplier for a quote and it's £600. They put it up and take it down for us. Do you think it's worth it? I'm...

ApricotTree, saturday 8-Mar-14 59
Miss Twizz
Photo Albums
Miss Twizz, 8 March, 2014 at 20:07

Has anyone looked at Photobox albums? We can't pay the prices for albums from out tog but loads of people have been recommending photobooks from photobox..... Only, am I the only one who doesn't like...

Elixia, friday 11-Apr-14 13
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Wedding photographer coventry
Stephmc80, 2 March, 2014 at 17:37

I am really struggling finding a photographer does anyone have any recommendations. We are getting married the 27th June 2015.

MrsToffee, sunday 9-Mar-14 11
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Photographer, London, August 2014 under £800
lauraw1234, 31 January, 2014 at 17:52

Hello! I am working to a small budget (as is everyone!) and I wondered if anyone had any suggestions for finding a quirky photographer for a London wedding in August 2014 for £800 or under. Is this an...

katewillow83, tuesday 29-Jul-14 13
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photographer in South/West Yorkshire
beckyg85, 13 January, 2014 at 19:30

Hi all, We're getting married in September and I'm looking for a good but reasonably priced photographer. We were initially just going to rely on friends to capture the day but we have now booked the...

MrsRees2B, saturday 31-Jan-15 15
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Photographers
Anne2015, 28 February, 2014 at 08:25

Hi fellow B2B! I notice some photographers either work with assistants or a second photographer whereas some photographers just come on their own. IS it best to have an assistant/ 2nd photographer or...

Bruce Neville Photog, wednesday 5-Mar-14 30
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Advice Needed: Apparently I'm "last minute" - eep
Bonjella, 2 March, 2014 at 20:40

Hi all, So, after a diary meeting with the parents, we've decided to go for the end of the year - November ish - to get married. This fits nicely with other people getting married, various other...

cosmictrout, tuesday 4-Mar-14 15
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Why do people have pre-wedding shoots?
sophiesofa, 2 March, 2014 at 12:51

Genuine question. Why do people choose to have a pre-wedding shoot? I genuinely don't know what they are for - is it a practice in being in front of a camera or do you just like photos of yourselves...

S2 Images, tuesday 20-Dec-16 66
Cupcake26
Nottinghamshire Bands
Cupcake26, 19 February, 2014 at 11:51

Hi can anyone recommend any bands in the Nottinghamshire area? We want something a bit indie but also can play poppy songs! Struggling to find anything that doesn't cost an absolute fortune!

Cupcake26, friday 21-Mar-14 18
mustard_mitt
Warwickshire brides - venue advice
mustard_mitt, 10 January, 2014 at 12:36

Hello to all the other Warwickshire-based brides to be! We are looking at venues in the area and have asked for information from the following venues: Wethele Manor Farm Wroxall Abbey Estate...

mustard_mitt, saturday 21-Jun-14 45
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Help Please - Is this Photographer normal?
WinterBride14, 14 February, 2014 at 09:56

OK, We saw a wedding photographer on Monday, spoke to him after the appointment & he told me that he'd give me a week to decide. I've just rung up to book him ready to pay the deposit. However, he...

Trish2014, wednesday 19-Feb-14 100
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Make up......DIY or MUA? (and photographer plee)
Pix-e, 12 February, 2014 at 16:14

Ladies, I am sorry but having another slight issue! We have just realised we need to find a replacement photographer and videographer and it's going to cost a lot more than we originally planned and...

Pix-e, thursday 13-Feb-14 13
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Photographer in West Yorkshire
WinterBride14, 27 January, 2014 at 14:14

Hi Does anyone know of a good but reasonably priced photographer in the West Yorkshire area? I'm getting really antsy about the fact that we've not found one we like yet & friends are telling me...

Fcheeks, monday 3-Feb-14 14
Elixia
pregnant bridesmaid!!!!1one
Elixia, 11 January, 2014 at 17:57

You wanted a drama post right? OMG I cant believe she went and got pregnant! how inconsiderate! she KNOWS I'm getting married in 8 weeks. its so unfair! Anyway, on an actual note. its wonderful news!...

Tiny-Tiggs, sunday 12-Jan-14 18
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Bands - how much is too much?
Cat D, 23 December, 2013 at 20:31

Hi all, I really want a function band for our wedding. I am a musician myself and would love the sound of a live band (around 6-9 people) but have only been able get prices for around £1500. I don't...

Cat D, saturday 11-Jan-14 20
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Wedding cake question
Kk86, 6 January, 2014 at 14:19

Hi everyone, we have decided to go for an M&S wedding cake - it's very plan and simple and you add finishing touches (e..g, ribbon, flowers, brooches, etc) to it yourself. Anyway, I am going to...

Wedding Photography, tuesday 15-Apr-14 4
SecretlyEloped
Am I wrong to expect midweek hair/MUA discount?
SecretlyEloped, 5 January, 2014 at 22:54

I didn't expect to pay around £300 for a Tuesday! I only budgeted £150-200 for both. I'm not fussy about my hair because I don't style it normally so anything would look good, but I am fussy about...

SecretlyEloped, tuesday 7-Jan-14 7
mustard_mitt
Planning Jan-Apr 2015. Do we have enough time?
mustard_mitt, 5 January, 2014 at 22:32

Forgive me, I'm new to all this wedding planning malarkey.... we got engaged Christmas Day and have just started looking at venues (it's been less than two weeks!) with the hope of a wedding sometime...

CrazyRatLady, monday 6-Jan-14 13
sarah_Jayne1905
How much was your dress??
sarah_Jayne1905, 3 January, 2014 at 08:08

I bought my dress 4 months ago, still waiting for it to arrive, i fell in love with it before i knew how much it was so i knew it as the right one for me regardless, it was £940 in the shop i bought...

ATB, monday 6-Jan-14 60

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