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Violet89

United Kingdom · From March 2015

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Happily married 🎉

3 September, 2016

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Does this seem like a lot for flowers?
Violet89, 13 October, 2015 at 21:35

Hi peeps I have just received a quote from a florist for my wedding flowers next September and I am a bit suprised at how expensive it is!! I was quoted £1363 for the following - bridal bouqet, two...

jesikab4u, wednesday 14-Oct-15 9
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Venues dressers/florists in Greater Manchester area
Violet89, 22 September, 2015 at 23:35

Hi everybody! I am on the scout for recommendations and advice about general venue dressing. I am having my reception at Manchester Town Hall in the Great Hall (big room like the dining room in...

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Sensitive subject
Mitteltobe, 13 September, 2015 at 10:58

Hi ladies, As you may already know I'm getting married next year in Ibiza. Sadly, last year I lost a friend to cancer and obviously, miss her dearly. My fiancé and I decided that we would have a chair...

Lou37, friday 18-Sep-15 19
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Gold wedding ring, but need platinum!
Laurensmum, 12 July, 2015 at 20:08

Bit of an odd question so please bear with!! My nan has given me her Grandmothers wedding ring, well over 100 years old, and very very sweet of her. Problem is though she had forgotten that my...

Scottish_Sarah, wednesday 15-Jul-15 5
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Worst day ever!
Emm1983, 10 July, 2015 at 21:26

I've been in this forum for about a year now, but although I comment on other brides post, I've never actually done one on my own. Well today I want to share what I've learnt with any new brides. It's...

Lui, sunday 12-Jul-15 12
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Our engagement pictures *flash*
Daisy Bell, 10 July, 2015 at 22:08

2 1/2 weeks ago my OH and I had our engagement pictures taken by the same photographer who is doing our wedding next month! Just got the pictures tonight and absolutely love them! I can't wait for our...

bliss_balloons, monday 13-Jul-15 12
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Wedding Insurance?
PurpleRain88, 7 July, 2015 at 13:45

With so many to choose from, I'm having a hard time picking the best insurance! Anyone got any recommendations/who have you used for yours?

Violet89, friday 10-Jul-15 6
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Feeling really stupid - potentially cancelling reception venue
Violet89, 4 June, 2015 at 19:15

I have just had an email from the lady who coordinates events at our venue and I am pretty certain I can't imagine having our reception there now. We fell in love with this venue, it is stunning and a...

Scottish_Sarah, friday 5-Jun-15 29
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Holiday BEFORE the wedding?
celticcurl, 29 May, 2015 at 18:41

OH works incredibly hard. We've normally had at least one holiday by now, but we've only had a few weekends away. OH is desperate for a holiday and wants to go the first week of July. We get married...

Violet89, sunday 31-May-15 10
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Gym Classes
Calella, 25 May, 2015 at 13:28

Hello Hitchers! I'm making my long overdue return to the gym, and the class timetable has changed since my last visit so I'm looking for something new to try! I've been to Spin, Body Combat and Body...

Little Pixie, tuesday 2-Jun-15 22
jem1994
am i being daft?
jem1994, 29 May, 2015 at 16:09

We had booked to go and look at a possible wedding venue tomorrow booked it ages ago was going to be a post exam treat for both of us, my mum has had the day off with my auntie and cousin and guess...

Violet89, saturday 30-May-15 12
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Have I been unreasonable?
Princess Bride 2013, 8 May, 2015 at 07:08

So, I had a phone call from one of my MOHs yesterday re her bridesmaid dress, basically I ordered the dresses online custom made, so they were made to measure. It took just over a month for the dress...

almostmrsStimpson, saturday 30-May-15 47
Mrspanda18
OH's changed his mind
Mrspanda18, 25 May, 2015 at 19:17

My OH has decided he doesn't want to get married ? He is happy to be engaged and continue to be engaged but doesn't want to get married, he set a date for a 5 year engagement which I was OK with........

Mrspanda18, monday 1-Jun-15 186
MrsB88
im getting married in 3 months & I'm sitting here stuffing my face!
MrsB88, 28 May, 2015 at 16:30

Grrrrrrr what is wrong with me. I have no self control lol =(

CornishBride89, friday 29-May-15 20
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What's your daddy daughter dance (if you are having one)
b2b1, 21 May, 2015 at 22:39

Really hope this doesn't upset anyone but my dad wants to dance with me to 'I loved her first ' thing is I can't listen to it without bursting into tears as its so sad! So can anyone suggest any...

Violet89, tuesday 26-May-15 15
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Gutted.... veil seen
daffodilly, 17 May, 2015 at 20:43

A title states. .. my h2b was looking for a random pair if shorts yesterday and he saw my veil He wasn't intentionally snooping and thought it was safe as my dress is with the seamstress. I'm totally...

Kamila27, wednesday 20-May-15 13
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Thinking of adding another colour! help
jesikab4u, 18 May, 2015 at 08:26

hellandglory, tuesday 19-May-15 11
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Laser eye surgery
AnnaMolly, 15 May, 2015 at 16:57

Would you? Have you? Are there any experts round here that could tell me why I absolutely shouldn't do it? I hate hate hate wearing glasses and I've been considering getting them lasered for ages but...

cinnamon009, monday 18-May-15 12
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Food for anaemia/iron deficient tendencies
bananacatdance, 17 May, 2015 at 18:51

I have been suffering with a headachey/spaced out feeling all day today. I've been to the doctor a few times about it having had similar faint/weak feelings when not eating at exactly the same time as...

Erin8, monday 18-May-15 4
pink & glitz
Hotel recommendations in New York
pink & glitz, 16 May, 2015 at 19:10

Hi ladies, you will remember a while ago we were thinking of Dubai or New York. We have decided on New York in summer 2016. Can you recommend any nice hotels which are central? We don't want to have...

*J9*, monday 18-May-15 6
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Thoughts on these for Bridesmaids dresses
Sondy, 16 May, 2015 at 22:56

Http://www.coast-stores.com/lori-lee-lace-sleeved-maxi/bridesmaid-dresses/coast/fcp-product/1432716?locale=en I've fallen in love with this dress for BM dresses but not sure how they would suit...

Zoranra, monday 18-May-15 10
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Sex drive help
CassieH12, 8 May, 2015 at 16:07

Hi everyone, after opening a new account due to losing my old email and password im back, now to my issue Lately i've been feeling knackered as ive started a new job and had a load of other things...

DR David, wednesday 20-Apr-22 3
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Boozy hot chocolate.... What would be your poison ?
jesikab4u, 15 May, 2015 at 13:51

So for our arrivals drinks we are having mulled cider and boozy build your own hot chocolate with choc chips, cream and marshmallows ect where you can make it plain or have something a little extra to...

MissA can't wait to, saturday 16-May-15 22
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How many Togs do you meet before booking?
MissA can't wait to be MrsT, 13 May, 2015 at 18:52

I'm having a dilemma - so we've only met the one Tog who we both really liked but wonder if we should meet some more to get a comparison. My OH is very laid back however we've gone online and checked...

ricepudding, monday 18-May-15 23
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How did people ask their friends/relatives to be bridesmaids?
*+zoef2205, 5 May, 2015 at 18:01

Our wedding is all booked so I have just decided on my bridesmaid's. I'm just wondering if anyone has asked "will you be my Bridesmaid?" in a special way? e.g a card or gift. Also how would I ask a...

laurafish, sunday 10-May-15 21
MrsV-wasMissB
Are we REALLY doing too much?
MrsV-wasMissB, 4 May, 2015 at 21:18

I met an old friend for coffee on Saturday, she was very keen and interested in the wedding, so I told her lots. She was not negative or rude, but she seemed shocked at what we're dping. We have a...

Kamila27, tuesday 5-May-15 20
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readings...don't know where to start
Princess Bride 2013, 4 May, 2015 at 09:28

We need to pick 2 readings for our church ceremony but we don't have a clue where to start. We know we want one non - religious. Any suggestions?

Mrs-Riley, tuesday 5-May-15 12
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ER white gold and scratched
clevercroc, 4 May, 2015 at 21:31

Hi all, last week my boyfriend proposed to me me with the ring we chose together. It's a blue topaz with diamonds in a 9ct white gold band. I've only worn it a week and today I noticed the underside...

Mohsin, monday 27-Apr-26 23
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Bands - average prices?
Violet89, 30 April, 2015 at 13:22

Hi all, I'm at the stage of trying to find a band for our wedding, was thinking about £1000 for 2x60 min sets of rock/pop music. My friend got married at the weekend and had a 5 piece band which cost...

Snow bride 90, saturday 9-May-15 15 1

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