Many brides spend hours poring over magazines looking at styling options for their bridesmaids. The result is often the choice of rather precise colours and styles which may be lovely in theory but which may not be available within the available budget. If you get too picky about the details you are going to waste a great deal of time searching for something which simply doesn’t exist and all you will get out of the process is more stress! Continue reading
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Quirky Wedding Gifts
Most couples provide their guests with a gift list but if you haven’t been given such information it can be hard to know what to buy the happy couple. Many guests are not in a position to spend a fortune on a significant present and may not always know what the bride and groom already own. With couples often marrying after they have lived together most will have the basic household items they need so the safest option on a limited budget is to opt for something quirky and appealing that the happy couple may not have considered. Continue reading
The First Dance
Most weddings include certain traditional elements and one of these is the first dance. Before the guests hit the dance floor in earnest for the usual embarrassing displays of enthusiasm, the bride and groom must start proceedings whilst everyone else looks on. Before the big day the happy couple must decide what form their first dance will take and which music they will perform to. Continue reading
Financing Your Wedding
Even the most basic wedding is a significant expense. By the time you have paid the fees for the venue, the registrar, the outfits and photography the costs will be mounting and even a simple meal for a limited number of guests will leave you with a big bill. Many couples wanting to marry will also be financing a new home and so a wedding can be a real struggle. You may be lucky enough to have parents who will help you out but if you don’t then some serious planning is in order! Continue reading
Do You Need Flowers for Your Wedding?
Flowers are a significant feature of many weddings. The bride and her attendants usually carry flowers and the table centre pieces are often floral arrangements but what if your budget is stretched or you are looking to do something different? Is it possible to organise your entire wedding without including any flowers at all? Actually it is! There should be no rules when it comes to your wedding. If you don’t want flowers or you are struggling to afford them then do something different and make your wedding stand out from the crowd. Continue reading
How to Dress for a Winter Wedding
Many couples opt for a winter wedding and this is often because the costs for venues and suppliers can be much lower away from the peak period of the summer months. Couples are also less likely to find that their intended guests are on holiday on their big day. Winter weddings are often beautiful but the weather can be a big issue. The winter months could throw up everything from a bright sunny day to a blizzard but the one thing you can be sure of is that it won’t be warm. Continue reading
Who Really Designs Wedding Dresses?
I have been working in the bridal industry for over 8 years and I still can’t give you a definitive answer to that question! You would think that if a collection has someone’s name on it that they did indeed design it but the truth is that with many collections the name on the label is just a brand and no such person actually exists. Even when the name is a genuine designer I doubt if they are responsible for the entire collection. Continue reading
Why Have a Tattoo?
I have to admit that I come at this subject from the point of view of a deep sceptic. I don’t like tattoos and I would never get one. It is my ultimate nightmare to awake from an inebriated night out to find that I have acquired one. I think they are a disfigurement whatever the image concerned may be. Continue reading
Festive Weddings
Many couples choose the festive season to hold their weddings. After all it is the season of good will and a time when families traditionally come together. The spirit and romance of Christmas and New Year’s Eve is a big draw but there are some issues to consider if you wish to hold your wedding at this time of year. Continue reading
In What Order Should You Organise the Elements of Your Wedding?
Many brides are uncertain about the order in which they should organise each element of their wedding. This might not seem like a crucial issue but in practice it can be as timing can be vital if you want to maximise your choices and avoid spending more than you need to. Priorities will vary but here is a guide to what is generally the best approach. Continue reading