Love Our Wedding - January 2016

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ISSUE SEVEN • JANUARY 2016

SHE’S IN FASHION

SEE THIS YEAR’S CATWALK TRENDS

Allure Bridals

WHY WE ADORE THEIR CHIC NEW COLLECTIONS

REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS

‘I do’ abroad

A HANDY GUIDE TO MARRYING OVERSEAS

LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE & GET MARRIED! AMAZING ACCESSORIES DELICATE DETAILS TO FINISH YOUR LOOK

FOUR INSPIRING BIG-DAY STORIES

Seasonal maids

PRETTY BRIDESMAID DRESSES FROM SPRING TO WINTER

SAVING TIPS

HOW TO GET YOUR PERFECT DAY FOR LESS, P77

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CONTENTS INSIDE THIS ISSUE

15 BEAUTIFUL DRESSES From A-lines to fishtails, we’ve picked our favourite gowns this month 28 FASHION ROUND UP Susi Rogol reveals all the trends at New York Bridal Week

PUBLISHING EDITOR Jade Pepperell jade@loveourweddingmag.com Mobile: 07885 397120

REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS FOUR AMAZING BIG DAYS

ART DIRECTOR Andy Allen andy@loveourweddingmag.com Mobile: 07855 587219

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ISSUE SEVEN • JANUARY 2016

SHE’S IN FASHION

SEE THIS YEAR’S CATWALK TRENDS

Allure Bridals

WHY WE ADORE THEIR CHIC NEW COLLECTIONS

REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS

‘I do’ abroad

A HANDY GUIDE TO MARRYING OVERSEAS

LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE & GET MARRIED! AMAZING ACCESSORIES DELICATE DETAILS TO FINISH YOUR LOOK

FOUR INSPIRING BIG-DAY STORIES

Seasonal maids

PRETTY BRIDESMAID DRESSES FROM SPRING TO WINTER

SAVING TIPS

HOW TO GET YOUR PERFECT DAY FOR LESS, P77

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BEAUTIFUL HAIR ACCESSORIES GIVE YOUR ‘DO THE WOW FACTOR

SALES EXECUTIVE Pippa Florijn pippa@loveourweddingmag.com Mobile: 07725 539115 CONTRIBUTORS Hannah Wilkinson, Susi Rogol @LoveOurWedMag

38 COUNTERFEIT NIGHTMARES The team at Isaac Charles Bridal House reveal horror stories from online scams

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47 HIGH VS LOW SHOES We’ve found fancy footwear for every height 52 PRETTY STATIONERY Impress your guests with these gorgeous designs

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58 SECRET GARDEN A lovely outdoor photoshoot 86 THE UK’S BEST FAIRS Must-visit shows in 2016

SAVING TIPS HOW TO GET THE PERFECT DAY UNDER BUDGET

EXCLUSIVE FEATURES

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33 FASHION FOCUS: ALLURE BRIDALS 34 THE STUNNING ENZOANI COLLECTION 88 WE REVIEW BURNHAM BEECHES IN BUCKINGHAMSHIRE 90 WHY GET MARRIED ABROAD? WE REVEAL THE MANY REASONS!

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SEASONAL DRESSES PRETTY BRIDESMAID GOWNS FROM SPRING THROUGH TO WINTER

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NAUTICAL THEME IDEAS BEST BUYS TO CREATE A BEACH-INSPIRED DAY

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ell, it’s finally time to say a fond farewell to 2015 and a big hello to 2016! And what an exciting year it’s set to be... We want to start the New Year with a bang, so this issue you’ll find some great features to get your planning on track. This month you can learn how to get your dream day under budget (page 77), check out all the brand new bridal fashion trends on the catwalks right now (page 28) and read four inspiring big-day stories from some of the UK’s cutest couples (from page 60). Plus, with weddings overseas becoming more popular with UK couples every year, we take a look at all the reasons why it’s something you should consider (page 90).

Thanks to Christmas and New Year, there will be a flurry of newly-engaged brides-to-be reading Love Our Wedding for the first time.

Welcome to the wonderful world of wedding planning!

Drop us a line if you need help with anything, we’d love to hear from you...

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My favourite picks this month!

1. I love these flower pins from Emmy London 2. This Alicia gown from Elbeth Gillis is stunning 3. If you want sophisticated, elegant stationery, look no further than this design from With Love Wedding Stationery 4. These Catherine shoes from Rachel Simpson are just the right height 5. Hung from the trees, the drapes and chandeliers from this back garden shoot (page 58) are breathtaking!

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NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL BRIDAL WEEK

HOT TRENDS FROM NYC!

Here’s our catwalk report from one of the wedding fashion industry’s biggest shows...

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had standing room only at his show, and sent narrow dresses with a hint of flower decoration down his catwalk.

Not a sweetheart neckline or 50’s boat-cut in sight, but rather gauze squares handkerchief size, covering the breasts, leaving sides and back free. Exciting, yes, but it did leave me wondering how a shop would display them, or how anyone larger than an LESS IS MORE A-cup, size 0 could wear them.

Glamorous dresses came from The biggest story of all – the top contenders like Ines Di one that had the banks of Santo, the Canadian designer photographers flashing like who gets as much glitter going fury – was all about the as possible, but she, too, went fashion exposé, with more for a fair amount of flesh with skin on show than ever before. split skirts and open backs.

Inbal Dror, the Israeli couture designer, went all out. Her SKIN-TIGHT LACE skirts were cut, not thigh high, but waist high, with beaded Whereas more red-carpet boxer shorts on show. Backs celebs will pick up these were slashed down low and extreme looks, a trend that fronts plunged, leaving little to came out of the New York the imagination. shows and will certainly catch A hot favourite across on here, was for tattoo effects the pond, and the fashionistas’ on the back and arms that little darling, Angel Sanchez comes from distinctive lace

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any of the world’s top designers strutted their stuff on the catwalks at New York Bridal Fashion Week, showing off what could become the hot trends of the seasons ahead. Susi Rogol was there with the big names, and suitably impressed! She tells us all about the hot picks from the show...

INES DI SANTO

CLAIRE PETTIBONE

LAKUM KENNETH WINSTON

PALOMA BLANCA

motifs on the finest of fleshcoloured net that fits the body like a glove, showing off the patterns on the skin.

Really feminine and daring without being outrageous – perfect for the UK market.

diverse collections with looks that included traditional ball I loved Claire Pettibone’s new gowns with multi-layered collection. She is the designer skirts, as well as slender slivers who first focused on backs, and of creamy satin, bias cut to while all other designers were enhance every curve. Layering dressing up rear views with was one of the biggest stories, rows of buttons or lace panels, some labels offering more than she turned hers into works 20 mix and match add-ons to a of art with really intricate single tube-cut dress or bodydetailing on see-through panels skimming little mini. A great from shoulder to waist. This way to get yourself a whole time round she added more selection of looks on your day. layers of design, mixing fabrics and colours to introduce FUN AND FABULOUS vintage notes. If you want something quite different and One of my very favourite very special, this is a collection shows was that of the famous to look out for. designer Reem Acra, and this The big names that you year she did brides proud will certainly have heard with soft, feminine dresses, of – and probably have on drenched in layers of beautiful your must-try list – like Justin laces. Best of all, her models Alexander and Kenneth wore bejewelled flower Winston, treated us to big, headphones and, in the final

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sequence, appeared with selfie sticks! A great way to add fun to bridal.

FINAL VERDICT!

Lesson from America? Be daring and make it your own with personal details. That’s where the consultant at your bridal boutique will help!

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FASHION FOCUS

Allure Bridals

Here at Love Our Wedding we’re huge fans of Allure Bridals, thanks to their diverse collections, exquisite fit and incredible attention to detail. Styling the bride, groom and bridesmaids with a wow-factor plus-size collection too, you can kit out the whole party at Allure. The brand new collection has really caught our eye this month however, with figure-flattering lines we just know will sell out super fast! See for yourself now at allurebridals.com.

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ENZOANI

Chic styles guaranteed to make you look and feel like the most glamorous bride, ever!

KIMBERLY OH WOW! THIS FLOATY STRAPLESS A-LINE DRESS WITH GORGEOUS FLORAL EMBROIDERY IS A SHOW STOPPER!

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KERIANNA A DEFINITE MUST-TRY FOR GLAMOROUS BRIDES, THE SILVER DETAIL ON THIS FIT-AND-FLARE DRESS WILL CERTAINLY MAKE A STATEMENT

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KRISTIE WITH A SWEETHEART NECKLINE,FLORAL EMBELLISHMENTS, CINCHEDIN WAIST AND FABULOUS FISHTAIL, THIS GOWN TICKS ALL OUR BOXES!

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KACEY WE ADORE THE CROP JACKET OVER THIS KACEY GOWN. SIMPLE BUT OH-SO EFFECTIVE

KAMILA HIGH NECKLINES ARE SET TO BE SUPER POPULAR IN 2016, AND WITH DRESSES LIKE THIS, IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY!

KARISSA GOT AN ATHLETIC FIGURE? CREATE THE ILLUSION OF CURVES WITH THIS DESIGN, FEATURING A SPARKLY WAIST DETAIL AND SWEETHEART NECKLINE

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KASIA WE LOVE HOW THE ILLUSION NECKLINE CREATES A SEAMLESS LOOK OF LEAFY DETAIL ABOVE THE SWEETHEART. SO PRETTY!

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BEWARE OF ONLINE SCAMS

COUNTERFEIT NIGHTMARES W

e caught up with the fabulous team at Isaac Charles Bridal House to hear about their experiences helping brides after they’ve been scammed...

the look of a lady who has had her dreams shattered and is now in a desperate situation.

And believe me when I say we don’t judge these ladies.You only have to put yourself in their

for the very same dress you’ve fell in love with in a boutique for hundreds of pounds cheaper.

This bargain will mean you can now afford the string quartet or DJ you wanted. Fantastic! Then

You only have to put yourself in their shoes to see how attractive the online purchase can seem...

Working in bridal the weeks can go by in a blur of appointments, fittings and happy brides leaving our stores. But every so often we’ll have a bride come through our door who has fallen prey to shoes to see how attractive the unscrupulous online sellers. My online purchase can seem. team recognise the look now; You see an online advert COPYCAT HORRORS THE DRESS THAT TURNS UP ON YOUR DOORSTEP WILL MOST LIKELY LOOK NOTHING LIKE THE DRESS YOU THOUGHT YOU WERE BUYING, AS THIS PICTURE PROVES!

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the day arrives – at last your dream dress is here. Except, what sits inside the vacuumpacked plastic bag is nothing more than beaded nightwear.

The quality is awful and as for the style, you hardly recognise it. In that instant your dreams are shattered, and now instead of having plenty of time and a healthy budget, you are close to your wedding day and have half the budget you started with. So here she is, months after her

INTERNET DISASTERS THE ONLY WAY TO GUARANTEE GREAT SERVICE AND QUALITY DRESSES IS TO GO INTO A REPUTABLE BRIDAL BOUTIQUE

initial appointment, back in our boutique this time hoping we can work a miracle. Often we can and do help these brides, but because we are dealing with a much tighter timescale and half the budget, the bride must compromise – something no bride should have to do. There’s nothing worse than breaking the news that we cannot get her dream dress in time, or that it is now out of her budget. We’re used to making dreams come true, not breaking hearts.

A recent bride summed up her online experience by saying ‘I’ve had the most stressful build up to my wedding, all because I didn’t heed that old saying; ‘if something looks too good to be true it usually is.’ Learn from their mistakes and buy your dress in a trusted boutique to guarantee the experience you always dreamed of.

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FASHION FOCUS

Vivien of Holloway If you’re looking for something truly unique for your big day, take a look at what Vivien of Holloway have to offer. From cheeky polka dots to fabulous florals, this authentic vintage look will get your guests talking. Don’t want the traditional white or ivory dress?

Not a problem! Vivien of Holloway have lots of beautiful styles with so many gorgeous colours you’ll be spoilt for choice. Make sure you check out their gorgeous frothy petticoats, too! See the full collection now at vivienofholloway.com.

POLKA DOT PRINCESS PERFECT FOR A FUN 1950’S-STYLE WEDDING THEME

MONOCHROME KITSCH A UNIQUE TWIST ON TRADITIONAL BLACK TIE COLOURS

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HIGH VS LOW

HARRIET WILDE, £179.99

CHIC SHOES

RACHEL SIMPSON, £175

Take your pick from these pretty pairs

EMMY LONDON. £POA CHARLOTTE MILLS, £265

EMMY LONDON, £POA

MARK LESLEY

RAINBOW CLUB, £59

ARUNA SETH, £695

HIGH

ARUNA SETH, £POA

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RAINBOW CLUB, £199

HARRIET WILDE, £159.99

EMMY LONDON, £525 LOVE ART WEAR ART, £240

EMMY LONDON, £440 RAINBOW CLUB, £POA

RACHEL SIMPSON, £175

LADYBIRD

RACHEL SIMPSON, £150

CHARLOTTE MILLS, £250

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MERLE & MORRIS, £POA

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1. DARCELLE HEADBAND from Ciao Bella Jewellery £95 2. CLARA COMB from Designed To Sparkle £22.50 3. PEARL HEADBAND from Glitzy Secrets £24 4. ANNABEL HEADBAND from Debbie Carlisle £130 5. FLORAL ROSE HEADBAND from Richard Designs £POA 6. FLOWER HAIR PINS from Emmy London £225 7. PEARL AND DIAMANTÉ COMB from Jenny Packham £POA 8. HAWTHORN HEADBAND from HT Headwear £120 9. CINDERELLA COMB from Emmy London £185 10. CORDELIA HEADBAND from Flo & Percy £125 11. PRETTY HAIRBAND from Polly Edwards £POA

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12. FRANCESCA HEADBAND from Rosie Willett Designs £152 13. ASH HAIR COMB from HT Headwear £85 14. CLEMENCY HEADBAND from Rosie Willett Designs £151 15. TEARDROP HALO Emmy London £350 16. AVA FEATHER HEADBAND from Debbie Carlisle £145 17. OLENA DIAMANTÉ COMB from Designed To Sparkle £40 18. LATIMER HEADBAND from Miranda Templeton £POA 19. ARABELLA HEADBAND from Debbie Carlisle £185 20. NITZANA COMB from Jo Barnes £175 21. KAMELIA HAIR PINS from Jo Barnes £115 for a set of three

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KNOTS & KISSES IVY & INKS CUTE MAPS

STATIONERY SIMPLY GORGEOUS

WITH LOVE WEDDING STATIONERY

Take your pick from this fabulous mix of wedding stationery ideas...

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SWOON AT THE MOON HEART INVITES

HEART INVITES

KNOTS & KISSES KATE RUTH ROMEY

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IVY & INKS

LOVE INK DESIGN EMMA JO STATIONERY

IVY & INKS

LUCY LEDGER

LUCY LEDGER

KATE RUTH ROMEY

LUCY LEDGER

LUCY LEDGER

ROCO & MILEY

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Glass lantern

HOMESENSE.COM Light up your venue and have a keepsake after the day, too! £POA

Nautical place card LUCYLEDGER.COM The ideal way to seat guests in this theme. From £1.20

Whitewashed birds TCH.NET The perfect pair of ornaments to decorate your venue. £20

Nautical ribbon

TCH.NET Use this ribbon to decorate favours, stationery and more. £4

BEACH-INSPIRED IDEAS

NAUTICAL

Oh we do like to be beside the seaside!

Take a look at these beachy buys

Table number

SWOONATTHEMOON.CO.UK A fun way to celebrate the seaside with your stationery. £3.50

Beach hut frames

DOTCOMGIFTSHOP.COM This set of four frames is perfect for displaying photos. £29.50

Starfish tray

DESIGN-3000.COM Serve guests drinks on this nautical tray. £54.90

Pretty sandals

HARRIETWILDE.COM These Orchid shoes are ideal for a beach wedding. £179.99

Seaside sign

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Beach hut bunting

DIY.COM Drape this around your venue to complete the beachy look. £POA

Anya gown

Camellia earrings

STEPHANIEALLIN.NET We adore this gown with a floaty overlay. So enchanting! £POA

SUSIEWARNER.COM Check out this pair of drop earrings with turquoise and peach beads. £80

Table plan

KNOTSANDKISSES.CO.UK Seat guests with this fabulous Bohemian Beach plan. From £45

Flower hair pin

DESIGNEDTOSPARKLE.CO.UK Get a hint of ‘something blue’ in your hairdo courtesy of this Kasi pin. £5

Beach hut napkins

CLARELOVES.CO.UK These napkins would perfectly complete your place settings. £14

Striped straws

THEWEDDINGOFMYDREAMS.CO.UK This pack of paper straws will look great in your post-ceremony drinks. 30 for £30

Lightweight dress JASMINEBRIDAL.COM Your girls will look effortlessly stunning in this gown. £POA

Cool sunglasses

BAILEYNELSON.CO.UK These tortoise shell shades will look great in photos. £98

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THEME YOUR DAY

Secret garden

Do you want your day to have some mystery and enchantment to it? Well look no further than these inspiring ideas! Like a perfect fairytale, this back garden shoot is just stunning, featuring so many elegant touches.

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From the drapes falling from the trees to the cheese wheel cake and unique table plan, there are some great trends to steal. We especially love the choice of light colours, creating an ethereal look. So pretty!

PHOTOGRAPHER Charlotte Bryer-Ash, charlottebryer-ash.com EVENT PLANNER & STYLIST Rachel Johnson from Exquisitely You, facebook.com/exquisitleyyouweddingandevent MAKE-UP Kirsten Sare, kirstensare.co.uk HAIR Emily Jirat Bridal Hair, emilyjiratbridalhair.com DRESS From Something Old Something New Bridal Boutique, hampshireweddingdresses.co.uk FLOWERS Clair Lythgoe Wedding and Event Florist, clairlythgoe.co.uk CROCKERY & TABLEWARE Swingletree Vintage China Hire, swingletreevintage.co.uk CAKES Elmsleigh Cakes, elmsleighcakes.co.uk STATIONERY Primrose Designs, primrosedesigns.co.uk LINEN & PROPS Linen and Lace, linenandlacehire.co.uk RINGS Catherine Budd Jewellery, catherinebuddjewellery.co.uk

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A DAY FULL OF GREAT IDEAS!

L AUR A & ROBIN With unique twists on tradition, this couple had a truly inspiring day.

Bride Laura reveals all...

How did Robin propose?

“Robin is a founding member of A Door in a Wall company, which creates city-wide treasure hunts and games around London.

He put his skills to work to create a treasure hunt around our flat, which eventually led to a ring!

There were ringing phones, boxes hanging over the balcony, messages written on mirrors. All very exciting!”

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What dress did you wear?

“I had tried a few dresses but they were all out of my budget and I didn’t feel comfortable spending so much on a dress I’d only wear once, so I decided to make my own. I probably wouldn’t recommend that to another bride – planning a

wedding is enough to do – but it meant the dress was even more special.”

And the accessories?

“I borrowed the veil from a friend who I was bridesmaid for the year before. My shoes were sparkly silver kitten heels.

I also wore pearl earrings

from Oliver Bonas and a jewelled sash.”

Who were your bridesmaids and where were their dresses from?

“It was my sister as maid of honour. She was heavily pregnant so we had to look for a special dress and The Wedding

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THE DETAILS Date: 7th March 2015 Venue: Hampton Manor Hotel, Solihull Photographer: Julie Kim Photography

Laura’s dress: Handmade Bridesmaid dresses: Bought from The Wedding Club, Birmingham Jewellery: Oliver Bonas Entertainment: A Door in a Wall

Club in Harbourne, white shirt, navy tie and Birmingham had the a tweed waistcoat.” perfect solution. She looked stunning with her bump elegantly dressed.”

“Slightly terrified at all the peering eyes, but “Robin wanted to keep desperate to join him at his outfit fairly casual. the end of the aisle! It He wore navy chinos, a was a rush of emotion.”

How did you feel when you saw him?

What did Robin wear?

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What was your theme?

“We wanted to create something relaxed. Our fairground afternoon tea was enjoyed across the lounge areas at Hampton Manor. Later the guests joined a series of riddles dotted around the estate that formed a

game created by A Door in a Wall. At night the courtyard was set with log tables with candles everywhere.”

What was the highlight of your day?

“The afternoon tea. It was different from a formal

traditional wedding think photography is breakfast and that was incredible value even if it exactly what we wanted.” is a big investment.”

What was your best buy? What’s your saving tip?

“The venue, as my sister is one of the founders and dressed it beautifully for us without any additional cost. Also I

“Don’t underestimate the cost of DIY – you may not always be saving. Making my dress was probably as costly as buying one!”

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Tell us about the proposal “I thought Cromer pier would be an ideal place to pop the question,” explains Alex. “I had loved this place since the first time I had been there and knew it meant a lot to Becky. I made a run into Cambridge the morning of the proposal to buy a big box of fireworks, I was all set to make tracks to Cromer in the early afternoon.

When we got to Cromer

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I convinced Becky to take a short walk up and down the pier.

When we walked down to the pier, I got down on one knee and asked her to marry me. She was pretty shocked but happy and said yes! We then drove to our friends’ house where they had

prepared lots of food and drinks for the people who were able to spend the evening with us.

We topped of the night with fireworks – it was a perfect day spent with the people we love.”

£799 from Pure Brides in Norwich,” says Becky.

And the accessories?

“Pearl drop earrings from Aurum (a gift from Alex on the day), bracelet from Alex’s grandma, and Abigail’s Tea Party lace shoes from “Breeze by Eternity Bride, Irregular Choice.”

What dress did you wear?

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THE DETAILS Date: 4th October 2015 Venue: Woodhall Manor Photographer: Luis Holden

Becky’s dress: Eternity Bride Alex’s attire: Burton Jewellery: Aurum Shoes: Irregular Choice Cake: M&S

What did Alex wear?

Terri, and best friends “A steel blue, slim-fit suit Jasmine and Vicki.” from Burton. We wanted to find something that looked nice and matched “We wanted a neutral with the colour scheme.” scheme with hints of green, because the venue was quite rustic.

The bare wooden chairs “My sister Jess, Cousin and crisp white linen

What was your theme?

Who were your bridesmaids?

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looked lovely so we kept it simple and added cream birdcages, which we filled with tea lights.”

What was the highlight of your day?

“The highlight for us was that we were able to say our vows to each

other in an outdoor ceremony. We were also lucky to have brilliant sunshine, like summer, but in October! We had an intimate ceremony with only family and close friends, which was perfect, both of us felt quite emotional.”

What was your best buy?

“Our three-tier wedding cake from M&S. It was delicious and we decorated it with fake roses and a topper.”

What’s your saving tip?

“When we got engaged we opened a joint saver

account, which we saved £500 a month into for a year. You could withdraw funds as and when you needed to. We also had a terramundi pot that we filled with £2 coins. When we smashed it open we had £300 in, which really helped with costs.”

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How did Ashley propose?

“Ashley and I went to Mojacar, Spain in 2012.

We went had climbed the Torre del Pirulico tower all the way up,

What dress did you wear? And the accessories?

“I went online and saw what looked like the perfect dress in the sample sale at Orange taking lots of photos of Blossom Bridal. When the amazing view. Ashley I tried the dress on, I then said some beautiful loved it! It was obviously words, ending with: ‘So meant to be. It was for that reason, will you Giovanna from the marry me?’ It was such a Victoria Jane collection romantic setting.”

by Ronald Joyce.”

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“I never wear high heels, but as Ashley is so tall, I decided to make an exception on our wedding day. I also wore Boux Avenue lingerie, sparkly Swarovski earrings and bracelet, a ring from Ashley’s mum and a floral hairpiece, which my hairdresser gave me.”

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THE DETAILS Date: 3rd May 2015 Venue: Cooling Castle Barns, Kent Photographer: David Fenwick Photography

Michelle’s dress: Victoria Jane Ashley’s attire: Hired from Well Suited Bridesmaid dresses: ASOS Cake: Gill’s Cakes and Cupcakes

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What did Ashley wear?

“Ashley and his groomsmen wore dark-grey, three-piece suits, which were hired from Well Suited in Dartford, Kent. The groomsmen had purple ties, handkerchiefs and buttonholes, whereas Ashley’s were orange.”

How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle?

“He looked so handsome when I saw him stood at

the end of the aisle. I was so excited that I had to slow down as, despite my heels, I was rushing to get to him!”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“They were my twin sister Natalie and my close friends Antoinette, Isobel, Tanya and Claire.

They looked gorgeous in their purple lace dresses from ASOS.”

What was your theme?

“Our theme was Mojacar and the colour scheme was purple and orange.

We used the indalo (symbol of Mojacar) on our personalised sign and stationery, based the wedding breakfast on Mojacar cuisine, and had sangria as our reception drink. Our cake by Gill’s Cakes and Cupcakes was a replica of the Torre del Pirulico tower, with indalo cake toppers.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Look online for invaluable recommendations from other brides-tobe. Also, be prepared to spend more on the things that are really important to you. Our biggest expenses were our venue, photographer and videographer, but they really contributed to making our day go so perfectly and were a great investment.”

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And the accessories?

How did Lofty propose?

What did Lofty wear?

see him as we kept it “A headband from traditional and separated Accessorize and my nan’s the night before. He necklace and earrings.” travels a lot with work so being away from each other isn’t hugely Sleepless in Seattle, has a unusual, but it felt much “Whilst travelling in famous scene there.”

“He wore a navy suit harder on the night New York he proposed from Debenhams.” before the wedding. at the top of the Empire The anticipation of State Building! He “It was Alfred Angelo style having waited 18 months chose there because my 2300, from Opulence and “I felt relieved to finally to get to that very favourite romantic movie, Grace in Worthing.”

What dress did you wear?

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How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle?

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THE DETAILS Date: 20th August 2014 Venue: Ceremony at Malcesine Castle & reception at La Casa degli Spiriti on Lake Garda, Italy Photographer: Matt Spracklen Photography

Dani’s dress: Alfred Angelo Lofty’s attire: Debenhams Bridesmaid dresses: ASOS Jewellery: Accessorize

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moment culminated in overwhelming excitement.

I couldn’t wait to hold hands in front of all of our family and friends to start a new chapter in our relationship.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

What was your theme?

“We didn’t really have a theme, we just tried to make it a day that reflected us as a couple.

We chose the colours navy, yellow and white because we thought it would look fresh and bright – and it did!”

What was the highlight of your day?

“My bridesmaids were my three best girlfriends; Karen, Stacy and Sue, and “Walking up the stairs of my sister Francesca. They the castle before getting all wore ASOS dresses.” to the aisle and seeing all

of our friends and family waiting and smiling. I was really pleased to see everyone looking as happy as I felt.”

the very beginning and helped with everything from hotels to flowers to the legalities of getting married abroad. ”

What was your best buy? What’s your saving tip?

“Our Italian wedding planner/co-ordinator, Isabella. She was invaluable and took away a lot of the stress we would have felt had she not been there coordinating for us. She worked with us from

“Expect your wedding to cost more than anticipated. We were very lucky to be able to afford the wedding we had. Make sure you know where your budget is and let your suppliers know where you stand financially.”

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hether you’re making small changes in your daily life to save money or looking at different decoration options to keep funds in check, there’s plenty you can do to ensure you get the wedding you always wanted without having to get in debt. Here’s how...

Use a credit card Using a credit card may seem like a strange option but it’s actually very sensible. Not only will it make large payments for the venue, dress etc more secure, it can also save you money.You can earn interest on your credit card spends, which as long as you keep on top of paying it off, can add up

to some very good savings on your purchases.

Pay for daily purchases in cash Unlike the wedding buys on card, consider using cash to get your regular day-to-day buys including your coffee at lunch, food shop and hair appointment. If you have a set

amount of cash in your hand, it will stop you overspending and also make you realise just how much you have been cashing out for things you may not really need.

Use discount codes There are hundreds of discount code websites now that can save you a bundle.

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Make sure you do your research and also investigate wedding magazines/website reader offers to see if you can take advantage. Some mobile companies offer priority discounts and freebies to their customers too, which can save you money on your regular shopping. And don’t forget to use those clubcard points wherever possible!

Take advantage of the sales Black Friday, January sales, end of summer sales... These money-saving opportunities pop up year-round, so make sure you take advantage.

January is particularly good as you can snap up some great Christmas decorations that can be used around your venue.

Book in advance Every year interest rates go up, so if you can afford to buy the big things early, such as the venue, then do it. Ensure that you get this year’s rates rather than the year you are going to wed and you could save a substantial amount of money.

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Wow factor for less The things you may have thought are out of your budget needn’t be. Adding plenty of light and sparkle to your day will add instant glamour, and doesn’t have to cost the earth.

One of the biggest trends right now is flower crowns, making you look fashion-forward, and buy any. Getting married in they’re often cheaper than autumn? Fir cones, conkers regular bridal hair accessories. and handpicked seasonal fruits and will give your wedding a Take advantage of really festive feel. For more the season popular spring and summer Many couples forget that the weddings, the in-season season offers some of the flowers are stunning. best decorations, for free!

In winter, many venues will Look for alternatives be decorated with fairylights You may assume that you already, so you don’t need to know exactly what you want

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For example, you imagine big floral bouquets full of roses.

Take out a handful of stems and pad out with pretty gypsophila and you’ve saved hundreds of pounds!

favourite tipples that are more reasonably priced than their house wines. Before you rule it out, make sure you check.

You could always raid the supermarkets after Christmas and take full advantage of all the offers!

Check corkage fees In many cases, corkage fees can be extremely expensive and barely worth doing, but this isn’t always the case. Some venues will offer low rates that allow you to provide your own

Make it yourself Although not necessarily a money-saving option, often if you’re willing to put your own skills (or those of your friends and family) to the test, you could save a bundle. Making

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your own details will also make your day more personal to you, too. Just make sure you don’t bite off more than you can chew.

Set your priorities It can be really easy to just go in head first after you get engaged and buy everything wedding related!

But this really isn’t sensible, as most of what you buy early on won’t actually be suitable for the day as your theme and

styling evolves throughout the planning process. Instead, sit down together and prioritise what’s most important to you (venue, dress, photographer etc) and set a budget to each supplier individually.

When you then have these in place, you can start looking at the finer details. This should prevent you from spending a little here and there on all the unnecessary bits, which really do add up!

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Buy a terramundi pot These ceramic pots are such a great idea for couples trying to save. Whether you go for £1, £2 coins or just any loose change, pop it into your wedding pot whenever you can, as these can only be opened by smashing them, therefore making you resist dipping in and out of them. Then, when your pot is full or you’re near final payment deadlines, you smash it open and use the cash. There will be a lot more saved than you think!

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Ask your girls for help Your bridesmaids are there to support you on your big day. Don’t feel embarrassed or bad about asking them to contribute towards their outfits, for example. Give them a colour you want them to wear and let them choose their own dresses – not only will this look really quirky, it will also make asking them to pay less awkward as you know they’ve chosen something they are happy to wear and will wear again after the wedding.

Be creative!

Think about how you can get what you want for free. Instead of hiring a videographer if they’re just too expensive, why not ask guests to record messages on someone’s phone and then compile them after the big day? Or if you can’t afford a photobooth, just

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Make life swaps Rather than scrimping on things you want for the wedding, instead look at your spending in ordinary living. Do you really need those meal deals and takeaways? Are you using that gym membership?

If you are wasting money day-to-day, cut it out and you’ll save in no time, not to mention breaking bad habits!

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use some props from home and find a space with a nice backdrop in your venue to make your own photobooth using a digital camera. If you put your mind to it you could have exactly what you want, for nothing!

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B ur nham Beeches

For a grand wedding or luxurious getaway as newlyweds, this Buckinghamshire retreat is a must!

WHAT ARE THE BEDROOMS LIKE?

Burnham Beeches has 82 bedrooms in total, all of which offer an elegant appearance amid a traditional setting. The standard rooms are absolutely beautiful, but if you really want to push the boat out, there are a selection junior or executive suites to choose from, too. All rooms come with satellite TV, air con and double beds, with many of the feature rooms boasting a four poster bed – perfect for your first night as man and wife!

WHAT ACTIVITIES CAN YOU DO THERE?

The hotel has lots to offer in terms of activities including an outside tennis court, golf and even croquet! There is also a spa complete with swimming pool jacuzzi, health club and a selection of luxurious spa treatments to choose from.

If you fancy getting out and about, then Windsor Castle

and Legoland are only a short distance away. Or for those interested in retail therapy, London is certainly an option thanks to the excellent regional train network.

10 conference rooms for the reception, the biggest of which can hold a total of 180 guests with smaller rooms available for more intimate weddings.

For more information about Burnham Beeches Hotel, call 01628 429955 or visit WHAT IS THE FOOD their website at LIKE THERE? burnhambeecheshotel.com.

Award-winning food can be Address: Burnham Beeches sampled in the hotel’s more formal restaurant – The Greys Hotel Grove Road, restaurant – serving a selection Burnham, Buckinghamshire, SL1 8DP. of contemporary dishes and specials. For those looking for something a little more relaxed, there is The Buckinghamshire restaurant serving a selection of hot and cold meals throughout the day and evening. If the sun is shining, guests have the option to dine al fresco in the beautiful gardens or for snacks there is the Georgian bar and lounge.

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Don’t let blustery English weather wipe the smile off your face on your wedding day.

While we can never guarantee a perfect forecast, you’re much more likely to enjoy glorious weather abroad, as well as a stunning backdrop to all your big day snaps. There are so many places around the world to choose from, so you’re sure to find somewhere that’s perfect for you – just don’t forget to check the best time of year to travel to your chosen destination.

Looking to stretch the pennies even further? Weddings abroad can be as much as 50% cheaper than weddings in the UK and are therefore the perfect solution for couples looking to stick to a tight budget. Not only are venues cheaper but usually fewer guests attend so you’ll save money on costs per head, too – definitely a good enough reason to book those flights! Want to extend your trip? Why not make it your honeymoon destination, too?

For many, the idea of a huge, lavish wedding doesn’t appeal.

Choosing to marry abroad is perfect for couples looking to create a more intimate and personal wedding day. Fewer guests attending means it will only be your nearest and dearest sharing your special day with you, and these smaller celebrations make each guest feel much more valued, too.

You’ll be able to spend more time with everyone and won’t have to pay for a big party either. Perfect!

More couples are now choosing to spread their big day over an entire weekend as one day simply isn’t enough.

Considering a wedding abroad is a great way to extend your wedding – you’ll be able to spend time away from the bustle of normal life and catch up with loved ones. Organising something personal before or after the big day and spending quality time with your guests will show them how much you appreciate them. Why not invite your favourite girls out

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day to be remembered by everyone, and choosing to marry abroad opens up many more options for quirky experiences. If you’re looking for something daring you could consider saying your vows underwater, at the top of a mountain or on safari – the list is endless!

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