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I've seen the wedding band I want but the only place I can find it is Etsy but I'm really worried it might be dodgy. Anyone got any positive experiences?

Hi Everyone, I got a bit distracted at work this morning and started reading older wedding reports. But the search function doesn't seem to be working - so are there any OM's on here who'd like to...

**more added** List of wedding reports - ask if want to be added or removed!! (Or if I have any details wrong!)...

Okay so Shakespeare quote aside, I get married in 11 weeks and still cannot decide what to do about my name - I am torn between taking h2b surname and double barreling maiden name and new surname. H2b...

So, I've had my electoral roll thingy through today and it's spurred me on to make a list of who I need to notify that my name has changed - so far I have the following; - Electoral Roll (requesting...

After much debating with myself and an unexpected change of heart, i've decided to change my name after getting married. This seems like an incredibly stupid question but I really don't know the...

Inspired a little bit by the regrets thread that pops up every now and then. What is the best piece of advice you could give someone about the wedding planning process, the day or the aftermath?...

This isn't meant to be a maudlin post - I thought it might help some brides to be to see what us OMs wish they'd done a bit differently. Mine would be that I wish I'd provided a flip flop basket. I...

Sooo… we have booked a fish and chip van for our evening catering. This fits in nicely with our festival themed wedding and also it's a cheaper alternative to a sit down meal.We have met with several...

Thought I would see what happens on OT nowerdays, it's so sad! Where is everyone?

Hi, can anyone recommend or comment on buying off etsy? I'm new to the etsy website and normally use Amazon and notonthehighstreet. Thanks in advance ?

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...

What jewellery are you wearing? i don't wear a lot of jewellery and when I do it is very dainty. My dress is strapless sweetheart neckline. Not sure what jewellery would go. I was thinking maybe small...

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...

Hi Ladies (sorry gents, I don't think this is one you'll care for!) I just thought I'd start a topic on how long it took for your dress to come in once you ordered it. I know that when I first got...

Hi! I'm working on a feature about your favourite moment of your big day - this is one for the old marrieds here! If you'd like to share it for the article, can you comment telling me about your...

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...

I want something a bit unusual for our first dance song.. I like Hymn For The Weekend by Coldplay. It's current but I love it's uplifting tune. I'm a bit worried about the lyrics though...what do...

Hi all, I was wondering if I could pick some brains about less traditional wedding foods. MOB and H2B are both very fussy and only really eat traditional English foods but I wonder if guest would...

For those who have read my previous posts, you may be aware that we are getting married on 5 November. I am a huge supporter of the Poppy Appeal and have just suddenly thought that we will be right in...

So..... my OH is a Crystal Palace Fan and they are now through to the final of the FA Cup... The final is on Saturday 21st May which is the same day as our wedding. I am absolutely gutted, didn't...

I have been thinking about a lot of music that I really like and is great music that I would really want to have played at my wedding, but a lot of it is inappropriate considering the tone of the...

Hi all, this is my first post! So I'm getting hitched in August (yikes!) and I have the big things sorted. I am just wondering about my make up... I have never had my make up done professionally, but...

Has anyone had a engagement party?

I'm so torn about this. I'd always automatically assumed I would change my name when I got married, but now I actually have to make the decision, I'm having second thoughts. Part of me wonders if it's...

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...

Hi all! We are getting married near Stockport, and we are looking for recommendations for a DJ. We've been quoted £250 for one, but cant find any reviews or anything online for him. Anyone got any...

What are other brides doing with their nails? I've decided to stretch my budget to a manicure just before the big day but I'm not sure about colour - should I go for a pearly white, or lilac/purple...

As the title suggests, which name do you use to sign the register? Do I need to spend the next few days practicing my new name?!? 6 days to go!

Hi I am looking for some recommendations for foundation make up for the big day. My hairdresser also does make up so is going to help with my make up on day but i have said that i want to supply the...

Hi, has anyone else decided to do their own makeup? My wedding planner was asking me about makeup and hair stylists and whether they would be arriving together and she seemed aghast when I explained...

I'm quite taken with the offerings from Monsoon and Phase Eight, and they're certainly wallet friendly compared to my other favourites (Jenny Packham) Is there anywhere else I can look? I'm also going...