Skip to main content
Lex
Lex

Leeds, West Yorkshire · From August 2021

Mrs McLean to be.👰🏽‍♀️🤵🏻‍♂️🥂

Happily married 🎉

29 July, 2023

997days 9hours
C
When to start looking for/trying on wedding dresses?
Chelsea, 8 June, 2023 at 14:20

I am getting married in July 2024 and was wondering when I should be thinking about booking appointments to try on wedding dresses. I was under the impression January 2024 would be okay but my friend...

WeltZumerr, sunday 18-Jun-23 19 2
Lex
Steaming the dress
Lex, 5 June, 2023 at 14:00

Just wondered how common/sensible it is to steam my own wedding dress? My dress is being kept at our own house in my side of the wardrobe in the storage bag, both families live opposite ends of the...

Lex, monday 5-Jun-23 2
Lex
Hair trial!
Lex, 1 June, 2023 at 21:20

Absolutely thrilled with how my trial turned out!

Katrina, friday 29-Dec-23 6 270 1
AuntieBJ
where did you get your wedding rings?
AuntieBJ, 3 September, 2013 at 11:55

This is my engagement ring: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Yellow-Ladies-Diamond-Linked-Trinity/dp/B000X6W0QS/ref=sr_1_1?s=jewelry&ie=UTF8&qid=1378205492&sr=1-1&keywords=celtic+ring I want a...

Gary, thursday 25-May-23 18
R
Costs of dresses!
Rachael, 17 May, 2023 at 16:11

Hi lovely brides to be! I am starting to look at wedding dresses and I have a tiny budget. I've looked at loads of online retailers and high street offerings but I would also like to go to a wedding...

Lexie, monday 15-Dec-25 18
L
Walking down aisle
Lucy, 18 May, 2023 at 14:19

Hi all, when walking down the aisle which side should the bride walk on? I am UK based. There are so many different wander online. 🙈

Lex, saturday 20-May-23 5
Nicola
Bridal shoes flats or heels?
Nicola, 15 May, 2023 at 19:52

I really like the idea of wearing some nice flats for my wedding day but my dress is a ball gown and I feel like heels would possibly suit it better. Did anyone else wear flats or heels and regretted...

Katherine, wednesday 17-May-23 6
Abbie
Wedding saver Ideas
Abbie, 14 May, 2023 at 15:24

Hiya fellow brides! I just wanted advice or ideas on how to save money on the wedding? Areas or ways we can spend less on our big day? Any advice would be appreciated. Thankyou!

Rachael, wednesday 17-May-23 6
Laurie
Alteration costs
Laurie, 9 March, 2023 at 23:20

Hi, I know that whatever dress I buy, I'm likely going to need to have it altered to fit. As I try and work out the budget for my dress and veil, I just wanted to get an idea of what people are...

Lisa, saturday 13-May-23 17 1
Lex
Final numbers
Lex, 9 May, 2023 at 16:36

What are everyones’ final guest count numbers looking like? We invited a total of 76 guests to the daytime and and extra 12 for the evening; making a total of 88 for the night do. So far we have had...

Ayesha, thursday 2-Apr-26 5 225
R
Struggling Bride
Robyn Amos, 9 April, 2023 at 23:10

Does anyone struggle with how they will look on their wedding day. I’m terrified. I had someone fat shame me the other day and my head has🤯. I’m normally a really confident person but I’m struggling....

Lex, sunday 16-Apr-23 7
L
Wide fit shoes help!
Laura, 14 April, 2023 at 19:37

Hi all. I'm really struggling to find some nice, wide fit flat shoes. The only nice wide fit shoes I can find are heels but I'm already the same height as my future husband and I can't walk in them...

Lex, sunday 16-Apr-23 2
C
Hen Do ideas
Crystal, 14 April, 2023 at 23:41

Where are you all going for your hen dos?

Lea, sunday 23-Apr-23 16 1
Jade
Wedding favours?
Jade, 1 April, 2023 at 18:28

We are undecided on whether to even do wedding favours - I am slightly leaning towards a no, owing to the additional cost (and the fact that no one seems to be bothered about getting one?). Has anyone...

Leanne, sunday 16-Apr-23 22
L
Colour scheme
Laura, 15 April, 2023 at 14:42

How do you decide on a colour scheme? We are having a wedding in October 2025 so autumnal colours are my first thought but we just can't seem to find the right fit. How do you decide this?

Lexie, monday 22-Dec-25 7
E
Very little response to Save the Dates?
Emily, 12 April, 2023 at 09:28

With under 12 months to go until our wedding, I sent out the Save the Date cards last week (wedding is the week after Easter next year so we wanted to let people know the date early in case they book...

Jean, thursday 20-Apr-23 13 1
Becky
Bridesmaid dresses - how soon is too soon??
Becky, 14 April, 2023 at 15:56

Hello! I’m not getting married until sept 2024 but trying to be as organised as possible. I had all intentions of not looking for bridesmaid dresses until next year, however, I’ve found a dress that I...

Lexie, thursday 25-Dec-25 10
Lex
Stress!
Lex, 16 April, 2023 at 20:57

We’re due to get married in just over 3 months- 14 weeks to be exact! And I’m finding myself stressing out over the stupidest little things! - Will the men remember their ties and pocket squares? -...

Jinnykey, monday 30-Oct-23 6 355
Abbie
Bridesmaid Proposal
Abbie, 7 March, 2023 at 18:12

Hey girls, I’ve got my older bridesmaids proposals sorted but I’m stuck with what to do for the flower girls. Help please!! Xx

Lex, sunday 12-Mar-23 4 1
Lex
Pregnant sis in law, summer wedding
Lex, 26 February, 2023 at 21:37

Hi all, my sister in law is going to be about 38 weeks pregnant on our wedding day. We’re getting married at the end of July and I just want some suggestions on how to make sure she is as comfortable...

Michelle, wednesday 1-Mar-23 3 165 1
Lex
Thankyou cards??
Lex, 23 February, 2023 at 20:14

Just wondered what the etiquette nowadays is for thankyou cards?! Do all guests get them, day and evening? Did you make a list of what each person gave as a gift? Wedding isn’t till July but I’m...

B2B2023, saturday 20-May-23 5 217
A
How much to plan ahead
Adele, 6 February, 2023 at 20:59

I am getting married 20th july 2024. I have booked the venue and registar. When should i be buying other things like wedding dress , catering etc?

B2B2023, wednesday 15-Mar-23 16
M
Is It Too Early🤦🏽‍♀
Mya, 6 February, 2023 at 14:16

I'm Getting Married Dec. 30th 2023 But I'm Wondering If I'm Planning Too Early

TimothyBrorn, sunday 12-Feb-23 11
Sarah
Bags for bridesmaids
Sarah, 5 February, 2023 at 18:02

Hi, so I am doing my bridesmaids bags for the morning of the wedding with everything they need for the day (Robes, flutes, slippers, bracelet and a few other bits). Has anyone brought the bridesmaids...

Claire, monday 5-Jun-23 7 2
S
Bridesmaid dresses
Simone, 29 January, 2023 at 21:31

So I have 3 bridesmaids and 2 of them don’t like their arms out when wearing dresses. I of course want them to be comfortable in what they wear. What could they use to cover their arms if no dress...

Lexie, wednesday 24-Dec-25 12
K
uk Navy Tux Hire
Kendall, 2 February, 2023 at 10:25

Hi everyone, My fiancé and I are on the hunt for navy tux rental for his 4 groomsmen. We have looked at Moss Bros but the only one they offer is more blue than navy, quite shiny and only offered in...

Lex, sunday 5-Feb-23 7
K
Wedding dress shopping - charges
Kat, 31 January, 2023 at 16:33

Hi All, I just wondered is it usual for shops to charge you, i understand if i wanted a personal appointment and lots of assistance, but i just want to wander round and have a browse and get a feel,...

Lex, sunday 5-Feb-23 8
Miranda
Bridal dress
Miranda, 2 February, 2023 at 15:34

Hello 😊 Im a September 2033 bride and just wanted to see people’s thoughts on this. I haven’t got my dress yet and not planning on until a couple of months before, mainly because I don’t want to stay...

Chiara, wednesday 8-Feb-23 10
A
Mother of the bride
Anna, 4 February, 2023 at 13:04

Me and my mum are really struggling to find dress for her. My wedding is in July and we don't want to leave it last minute ( the stress) Anyone got any suggestions of good places to look at? We've...

Anonbride, friday 10-Feb-23 6
Emma
Bridesmaid dresses - cost
Emma, 2 October, 2022 at 16:31

A question that has very mixed advice and answers everywhere I’ve looked - who pays for bridesmaid dresses? I’m having one MoH (my older sister), and 4 bridesmaids (all adult friends). Planning to...

Sarah, sunday 4-Dec-22 14
Emma
Second dress/ reception dress
Emma, 15 September, 2022 at 17:21

I’ve bought my wedding dress and I like the idea of a second dress for the evening. I just wondered, for people that have bought a second dress did you get yours from a bridal shop? I know everyone...

Lex, monday 7-Nov-22 5

General groups

Hitched article topics