Love Our Wedding - July 2016

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ISSUE 13 • JULY 2016

50 GORGEOUS NEW DRESSES

WE SELECT OUR FAVOURITE BRIDAL DESIGNS FOR 2017

He’s the one!

REASONS TO HIRE YOUR GROOM’S SUIT, P50 WORRIES OF A BRIDE-TO-BE SECRET THOUGHTS EVERY BRIDE HAS

BENJAMIN ROBERTS WHY THE NEW COLLECTION IS THEIR BEST YET!

A BUMPER 1ST BIRTHDAY ISSUE!

SHOW TIME!

MUST-VISIT FAIRS TO ADD TO THE DIARY FINISHING TOUCHES MAKE YOUR DAY STAND OUT!

Seasonal food ideas DELICIOUS DISHES FOR YOUR MENU

Real Wedding Special OUR BIGGEST SELECTION OF BEAUTIFUL

WEDDINGS TO INSPIRE YOU

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CONTENTS INSIDE THIS ISSUE

39 DRESSES OR JUMPSUITS? We meet a stunning real bride who broke tradition with her

wedding outfit 45 LONG VS SHORT BRIDESMAID DESIGNS Which hemline do you prefer?

COMMON WORRIES OF A BRIDE-TO-BE WE REVEAL BRIDES’ BIGGEST FEARS

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A BUMPER 1ST BIRTHDAY ISSUE!

WE SELECT OUR FAVOURITE BRIDAL DESIGNS FOR 2017

He’s the one!

REASONS TO HIRE YOUR GROOM’S SUIT, P50

SHOW TIME!

FINISHING TOUCHES MAKE YOUR DAY STAND OUT!

BENJAMIN ROBERTS

Seasonal food ideas

WHY THE NEW COLLECTION IS THEIR BEST YET!

DELICIOUS DISHES FOR YOUR MENU

Real Wedding Special OUR BIGGEST SELECTION OF BEAUTIFUL

SALES EXECUTIVE Pippa Florijn pippa@loveourweddingmag.com Mobile: 07725 539115

MUST-VISIT FAIRS TO ADD TO YOUR DIARY

WORRIES OF A BRIDE-TO-BE SECRET THOUGHTS EVERY BRIDE HAS

WEDDINGS TO INSPIRE YOU

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50 ON-TREND DRESSES WE REVEAL THE HOTTEST DRESS DESIGNS IN BRIDAL RIGHT NOW

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53 COLOURED SHOES Daring bridal footwear to make a statement

99 COMMON WORRIES OF A BRIDE-TO-BE Secret thoughts every bride has before the big day

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30 THE NEW LUXURY COLLECTION BY ELBETH GILLIS

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35 WE CATCH UP WITH THE BENJAMIN ROBERTS TEAM 43 FIND YOUR NEAREST STOCKIST OF DAVID TUTERA FOR MON CHERI 48 BEAUTIFUL BRIDESMAID DRESSES FROM ALEXIA DESIGNS

ONLINE EDITOR Sophie Grabham sophie@loveourweddingmag.com CONTRIBUTORS Nic Chan

50 REASONS TO HIRE THE GROOM’S SUIT We discuss why hiring groomswear is a great option

95 FINISHING TOUCHES Ways to complete your day in style

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50 GORGEOUS NEW DRESSES

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HIGH SUMMER DREAMY DETAILS AND IDEAS FOR A PEAK SEASON WEDDING

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MODERN FAIRYTALE HOW TO GET A PRINCESS LOOK WITH A MODERN TWIST

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My favourite picks this month!

1. This Bella Flower hair accessory by Lily Bella is so pretty 2. If you want a wow factor figure-hugging gown, this Kennedy dress

by Enzoani is a must try 3. One of my favourite stationery designs is this In Bloom table number by Lucy Ledger 4. Kelsey Rose are bang on the money with their latest bridesmaid collections 5. This Delfine shoe by Emmy London is the perfect ‘something blue’

his issue we’re celebrating our first birthday in the best way possible – more pages, more fashion and a whole load of gorgeous real weddings! This bumper issue is packed full of ideas to inspire your day, and I have to say, the real weddings are some of the best, ever (from page 66)! As many of you will be approaching your own big day this summer, make sure you drop us a line when you have your photos back and you could be the star of an upcoming issue.

Also inside this issue, I love the 50 on-trend dresses feature, showcasing the hottest designs for 2017 (page 19), our high summer theme is getting me super excited for the peak wedding season (page 60), and I love our menu ideas from Beales Gourmet – scrummy dishes whatever the weather (page 104). But my favourite feature this month is most common worries of a bride-to-be (page 99). When planning your wedding, there are bound to be things that don’t go smoothly and worrying about different scenarios or issues is completely natural. Don’t beat yourself up or get into a panicked frenzy, it’s going to be the best day ever, no matter what – we promise!

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MARK LESLEY

MAGGIE SOTTERO

ALEXIA DESIGNS CATHERINE PARRY

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LUSAN MANDONGUS HOUSE OF MOOSHKI DONNA SALADO WHITE ROSE

LYN ASHWORTH

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

DIANE LEGRAND

ELLA ROSA

ELBETH GILLIS

RONALD JOYCE

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ANNA GEORGINA

AMANDA WYATT

WILLOWBY

CHANTICLEER MUSCAT LONDON

SASSI HOLFORD

CHARLOTTE BALBIER

KENNETH WINSTON

MON CHERI

ELLIS BRIDALS

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MADISON JAMES AUGUSTA JONES JULIE VINO NAOMI NEOH SOPHIA TOLLI

SAVIN LONDON

ZAEEM JAMAL

SUZANNE NEVILLE ENZOANI

JASMINE BRIDAL

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PHOENIX GOWNS

WATTERS BRIDES SOTTERO & MIDGLEY IVORY & CO

JUSTIN ALEXANDER

RUTH MILLIAM

BADGLEY MISCHKA TRUE BRIDE

CHARLIE BREAR NINA ROSE BRIDAL

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LOVE THE COLLECTION

ELBETH GILLIS Luxury is one of Elbeth Gillis’ two incredible new collections, and it certainly lives up to its name...

CLAIRE THIS BEAUTIFUL LIGHTWEIGHT DRESS HAS A DELICATE LACE OVERLAY ON THE BODICE AND CAPPED SLEEVES FOR AN EFFORTLESSLY CHIC LOOK

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ELLEN ILLUSION NECKLINES HAVE BEEN SO SOUGHT AFTER IN BRIDAL FOR SOME TIME NOW, BUT THESE ILLUSION LACE SLEEVES TAKE IT TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL!

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LOUISE SUBTLY SEXY AND TOTALLY SOPHISTICATED, THIS WOW FACTOR DESIGN WILL CERTAINLY AMAZE YOUR GROOM AND GUESTS

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VIANE ARE YOU CELEBRATING IN SPRING? THIS TOP-TOTOE LACE DRESS IS THE PERFECT CHOICE

KAREN THE GORGEOUS STRUCTURED BODICE ON THIS SILKY GOWN MADE OUR JAWS DROP – OH-SO PRETTY!

FIONA ONE OF OUR FAVOURITES IN THE NEW COLLECTION, FIONA IS SET TO BE ONE OF THE BEST SELLERS...

WATCH THIS SPACE!

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JORDAN FLAUNT YOUR FIGURE IN THIS EXCEPTIONAL DRESS, WHICH IS AN EXCELLENT CHOICE FOR HOURGLASS SHAPES

SEE THE FULL LUXURY COLLECTION AND THE BEAUTIFUL NEW SEPARATES COLLECTION, MILK & HONEY, AT ELBETHGILLIS.COM

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH

Benjamin Roberts

INCREDIBLE QUALITY EVERY BENJAMIN ROBERTS DESIGN FEATURES HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS

This British designer has recently launched their best-ever collection for 2017. We got the details from their fabulous team...

WHO ARE BENJAMIN ROBERTS?

Benjamin Roberts is a wedding dress manufacturer based in South Wales. We offer a fresh range of bridal gowns; elegant, sophisticated, and youthful styles with exceptional fit.

We are a company renowned for the highest quality and outstanding customer service, as well as offering dresses with a designer feel at an affordable price.

WHAT MAKES BENJAMIN ROBERTS GOWNS UNIQUE?

Benjamin Roberts has spent over 40 years in the bridal industry perfecting the structure and style of our gowns. We are known for our elite boning, internal corseting and flattering structure. Our dresses make brides feel elegant and feminine, while still offering beautiful styles and shapes to flatter every figure.

WHY SHOULD BRIDES CHOOSE BENJAMIN ROBERTS?

Brides should feel confident in choosing a Benjamin Roberts wedding gown because of our longstanding reputation for quality and exquisite structure. Our gowns ensure that brides feel like their most special and confident selves on their big day.

WHAT COLLECTIONS DO YOU HAVE?

We release two collections a year; one in March and one in September.

Our latest collection is our 2017 collection, which was launched at an exclusive event for our stockists in April. This new collection

features everything from classic lace in elegant shapes to new satin and crepe styles with laser cut appliqué, embossed organza, soft pearlescent tones, subtle textures and pearl beading.

WHAT’S YOUR BESTSELLING STYLE?

Our latest best seller is our 2650 gown (left). This preview of our amazing 2017 collection is truly a show stopping dress. The soft lace fishtail dress features a stunning keyhole back, a unique plunging illusion neckline and exquisite hem lace.

To see the beautiful new 2017 collection from Benjamin Roberts in full, visit benjaminroberts.co.uk now, and look out for the upcoming collections this autumn, too!

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WEDDING FASHION FOCUS: LAUREN & ALEX

Dresses or jumpsuits?

Our stunning bride chose a bridal jumpsuit over a traditional gown. She tells us her story, exclusively!

WEDDING DATE:

of You by Damien Rice, then started to hold up notecards.

WEDDING VENUE: They had things written on Holy Spirit Church, East them that he wanted to do Greenbush, New York together in the future, tearing PHOTOGRAPHER: off the notecards each time – Crystal Turino Photography like the scene in Love Actually!

Then he went down on one THE PROPOSAL knee, held out a Tiffany ring and We were on vacation in asked me to marry him. It was a Marrakech, Morocco. We came really delightful moment that I’ll back from dinner and he led me cherish forever. out to a fountain near the pool area that was all lit up. He then THE JUMPSUIT put headphones in my ears and I wore a jumpsuit, which was played I Can’t Take My Eyes Off made by House of Ollichon.

February 14, 2016

The jumpsuit was called The Linford, which the designer said was named after her grandmother. I chose to go with a jumpsuit because I felt like the small occasion of the wedding had a more ‘going to the City Hall’ feel. I’ll most likely be going with a more traditional wedding dress for my summer 2017 wedding celebration.

THE ACCESSORIES

The only accessory that I purchased was my veil, which I bought at The Mews Bridal in

Notting Hill. I ended up wearing my grandmother’s diamond cluster earrings (my something old), and used my mother’s clutch from when she was a bride (my something borrowed).

Thanks to Lauren for sharing her story so far.

We’ll be featuring her gorgeous real wedding in full next year! If you’ve decided to break the mould with a non-traditional ‘gown’, drop us a line or tweet @LoveOurWedMag

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SEE MORE GORGEOUS DESIGNS NOW AT HOUSEOFOLLICHON.CO.UK

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WHERE TO SHOP FOR

MON CHERI

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Just a handful of bridal boutiques that stock David Tutera for Mon Cheri! See them all at mon-cheri.co.uk

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10. Xquisite Bridalwear (Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire)

1. The Bridal Corner (Crownhill, Plymouth)

11. Isaac Charles Bridal House Ltd (New Street, Birmingham)

2. Solitaire (Midsomer Norton, Bath)

12. Georgina Scott Bridal NORTH WEST (Lye, Stourbridge) 3. Grandjour Bridal Boutique 20. Bethany Hannah Ltd (Nr Stonehouse, Gloucestershire) 13. Mariposa UK Ltd (Stockton Heath, Warrington) (Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire) 4. Lavender Rose 21. Bridalwear by 14. The Bridal Rooms (Penryn, Cornwall) Emma Louise Ltd (Lichfield, Staffordshire) (Bolton, Lancashire) NORTH SOUTH EAST 22. Opulence Couture (West Kirby, Wirral) 15. Wedding Belles & Beaus 5. Mia Sposa (York, North Yorkshire) (Hatton Garden, London) 23. Dreams Bridal Boutique (Liverpool, Merseyside) 16. To Have & To Hold 6. Bridal Rooms Ltd Bridalwear (Midgham, Berkshire) NORTH EAST (Mirfield, West Yorkshire) 7. Brides Visited Surrey 24. Happily Ever After 17. Bridal Apparel (Ashtead, Surrey) (Darlington, Co. Durham) (Rawdon, Leeds, West Yorkshire) 8. Bride & Proms Ltd 25. Orchid Designs T/A Confetti Bridal Centre 18. Be Envied Bridal (Clitheroe, Lancashire) (Bawtry, Doncaster) (Yateley, Berks) 9. Viva Bridal Ltd (Woking, Surrey)

19. Casamiento Bridal (Barnsley, South Yorkshire)

26. Laura Day Bridalwear Ltd (Middlesborough, Cleveland)

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EBONYROSE DESIGNS

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ORIENTAL PEARL LUNA BY TRUE BRIDE

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Here Come the girls!

Want to buy pretty bridesmaid dresses that your girls will feel proud to wear? Look no further than Alexia Designs!

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theme, they’ll have something to suit your tastes. With both traditional long floor sweepers and chic short hemlines, your girls can choose a design that makes them feel comfortable and confident all day, and long afterwards, too! See the full collection with your girls now at alexiadesigns.com.

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e’re so in love with the bridesmaid collections at Alexia Designs. Their versatile styles are of the highest quality with careful attention to detail and structure. Available in a mix of wonderful colours, no matter what your wedding

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David: “Our designercreated range incorporates the finest fabrics and styles so we’re very confident that a groom can get something that extra bit special!”

certainly get a much better suit for your money. We pride ourselves on offering suits that compete with top designers.”

GROOM GUIDE:

Reasons to hire a suit

Nic Chan spoke to two top groomswear companies to discover if ruling out suit hire is a big mistake

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iring wedding attire is an attractive option for grooms with a vast selection of high-quality suits on the market. But is this a viable option for everyone?

We spoke to Qaz Martin of formalwear boutique, Hugh Harris, and David Clark from new designer-led U.S venture,

Xedo, for two different takes on hiring groomswear.

WHY HIRE INSTEAD OF BUYING? Qaz: “The main appeal of hiring is the price. It’s generally cheaper to hire a complete outfit than buy the equivalent.

While I can’t speak for all hire shops, from us, you will

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David: “There are many advantages, but the main one is the convenience. Xedo’s innovative online experience reinvents hire for grooms.

Grooms don’t need to visit a store to get their perfect outfit, it’s all done online. They can even try their preferred suit on for free, long before the big day, to make sure it’s ‘the one’. Another advantage is our Perfect Match bridal party colour co-ordination that gives customers access to formalwear designed by top bridal designers including Alfred Angelo, Allure Bridals, Justin Alexander and Mon Cheri, so they can perfectly match the bridal party.”

IS THERE A TYPICAL STYLE GROOMS CHOOSE TO HIRE? Qaz: “We get a real mix of couples. We offer both very formal and traditional morning suits as well as more contemporary lounge suits, so there is certainly a broad appeal. We also offer a tweed suit to cater for a more relaxed country wedding.”

David: “We don’t get one particular ‘type’ of groom as such. Grooms from all walks of life choose to hire. That’s why we offer so many different colour and style options. We like to make sure that there’s something for everyone!”

Changes to mens’ wedding fashion may be subtler than that of bridalwear, but trends come and go and hire companies are doing a pretty good job of keeping up. Whether WHAT IF THE GROOM you want a traditional WANTS SOMETHING style or something A LITTLE DIFFERENT? completely unique, Qaz: “When you factor in don’t rule out hiring, it suit and waistcoat colour, can make you feel like different styles and unlimited a superstar while also tie or cravat colours, there are saving you a bundle! endless combinations. Throw So grooms, give the in accessories and you can hiring market a try and create a look that is completely who knows, maybe you’ll unique for your wedding.” find ‘the one’?

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HOT HEELS IN

Wave goodbye to ivory and make a statement with these bold pairs

1. DELPHINE from Emmy London £495 2. ELSPETH DYED BLUE from Rainbow Club £100 3. DARCIE from Rachel Simpson £POA 4. AVA from Rachel Simpson £190 5. DELFINA from Harriet Wilde £179.99 6. VALENTINA from Rainbow Club £95 7. FRANCESCA from Emmy London £725 8. FARFALLA from Aruna Seth £590 9. MIKO from Freya Rose £695 10. VICTORIA from Rachel Simpson £180

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1. SILVER COMB from Victoria Millesime £125 2. CLEMENCY HEADBAND from Rosie Willett Designs £151 3. ALAN HANNAH CRYSTAL COMB from Jon Richard £55 4. CALLIE PEARL HEADBAND from Designed To Sparkle £105 5. HAIR FLOWER from Olivier Laudus £24.99 6. VIOLET HAIRPINS from Laurel Lime £70 7. CINDERELLA COMB from Emmy London £185 8. GREAT COMB from Susie Warner £180 9. MEGAN HEADBAND from Julieann Bird £55 10. BELLA FLOWER from Lily Bella £25

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Four fabulous themes with sensational stationery to complement

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THE PERFECT KEEPSAKE

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our wedding day is sure to be filled with memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

For a touching fatherdaughter moment, why not revive a long-standing wedding custom? The bride’s father would

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slip a Royal Mint silver sixpence into the bride’s shoe to wish the couple a long and prosperous life together, fulfilling the rhyme ‘something old, something new, something borrowed, something

blue… and a silver sixpence in her shoe’. See the collections now at royalmint.com/weddings for a timeless reminder of your special day. Enter promotional code BRIDES for free postage!

Elegant bunting

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We adore this floral bunting – the perfect decoration for a summer wedding. £6.50

Chic halo

EMMYLONDON.COM This flower drape halo is great for boho brides. £POA

CELEBRATE YOUR SEASON

Floral crown FLOANDPERCY.COM Complete your look with this Juliet Halo flower crown. £90

HIGH SUMMER

Table number

LUCYLEDGER.COM This In Bloom number has serious flower power! From £1.50

If you’re saying ‘I do’ in summer, then use the season as your theme inspiration Drink dispenser

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Serve your favourite tipple on tap with this cool glass dispenser. £35

Floral shoes Summer invite

SWOONATTHEMOON.CO.UK Invite guests to your high summer soiree with this Pink Sunset invite. £POA

RAINBOWCLUB.CO.UK This Gabriella peep toe is oh-so pretty. £99

Flowergirl basket SHROPSHIREPETALS.COM Ask your little ones to scatter these all over the aisle. So cute! £32.50

Charity pin

CRUK.ORG/FAVOURS Donate to a great cause and get a designer favour in one! £POA

Paper crockery

DOTCOMGIFTSHOP.COM Petal prints are bang on trend, so include them in your catering. £POA

Cake cases

WEDDINGINATEACUP.CO.UK Want to shift those sweet treats? Use these cases to motivate guests! £3.50

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Summer cake

NEVIEPIECAKES.COM This Florabunda cake is more like a piece of art than dessert! £POA

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Retro straws

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These stripey straws will look great in reception Pimm’s jars. £3 for 30

Rainbow invite

SWOONATTHEMOON.CO.UK This rainbow invitation will give guests an insight to your bright theme. £POA

Cold drinks bucket

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Keep guests cool with cold drinks served from this retro tub. £20

Boho bridesmaids KELSEYROSE.CO.UK Give your girls a Californian style they’ll be proud to wear. £POA

Save the date

WITHLOVEWEDDING.CO.UK This Festival save the date will get guests excited for the big day. £POA

Paddle board set

WEDDINGSHOP.COM If you and your guests like a good booze up, then this vodka shot paddle is perfect! £POA

Chic separates

WATTERS.COM Hot weather expected? Then consider a separates outfit. £POA

Oversized balloons WEDDINGINATEACUP.CO.UK These cute balloons will look great in your wedding photos. £6 for 3

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THEME YOUR DAY

Modern fairytale Whether you’re a girly-girl or not, there’s something enchanting about a fairytale theme that everyone can’t help but like. This stunning shoot captured the idea of a modern princess perfectly, using pastel blue,

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cream and green hues with delicate touches of sparkle and pearls, finished with pretty tea lights. The dress by Nicole Spose is absolutely beautiful, too! Why don’t you try to put your own unique spin on this classic theme?

PHOTOGRAPHER Samantha Ward Fine Art Photography VENUE De Grey Rooms,York STYLING Bethany Bevis, mode20.co.uk BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Scarlet Poppy DRESS Nicole Spose FLOWERS Sophie’s Flowers & Events HAIR & MAKE-UP Natalie Willingham CAKES Poppy Pickering STATIONERY Phylecia Sutherland Letterpress CROCKERY Whitehouse Event Crockery FURNITURE HIRE Black Event Furniture DECORATIONS The Wedding of My Dreams LINEN Gilded Linens ACCESSORIES Lou Lou Puchalka STYLING ASSISTANT & ACCESSORIES Lovely Pretty Things MODEL Gemma Louise Sadler J U L Y 2 0 1 6 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ 63

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FABULOUS FAVOURS FROM THE

WOODLAND TRUST

Forget trinkets, these favours will make your guests feel special and help the environment!

THEY LAST LONGER THAN SUGARED ALMONDS! Once you have dedicated a tree or area of woodland to someone, it’s forever dedicated to them only. Every dedication comes with a pack containing a personalised certificate, map, and information about the wood so your guests will have something to take home with them after the big day.

THEY CREATE A TALKING POINT How many of your guests will have had a tree or area of woodland dedicated to them before? Probably not that many! Tree and woodland dedications create a talking point over dinner.

YOU CAN WATCH YOUR LOVE GROW All Woodland Trust woods are free to visit so you and THEY HELP UK your guests can see the WOODS & WILDLIFE dedication whenever you All money raised from tree want and watch it thrive. As and woodland dedications goes a living, growing testament to towards the Woodland Trust’s your love, tree and woodland aims of creating, protecting and dedications are the perfect restoring UK woods and the favours to give your wedding wildlife that lives there. a naturally romantic touch.

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A CLASSIC ENGLISH COUNTRY WEDDING

KI MBERLE Y & CHRIS Pretty pastel shades combined for this truly homemade theme. Bride Kimberley tells all...

How did Chris propose?

“It was a complete surprise on his birthday.

He covered our home in candles, blindfolded me and then got down on one knee!”

and there were plenty of white shirt and light grey tears at the dress fitting!” tie. He looked extremely handsome! All the groomsmen wore the “My belt was by Jenny same, including my dad.”

Packham, my veil was “My dress was by handmade and I wore a Eternity Bride in a simple Links of London bracelet.”

“When I saw Chris I lace fishtail design. It was instantly felt calm and bought from Maison De quite emotional, although La Bride in Peterborough. “It was a Debenhams I managed to keep it My dad bought my dress navy suit with a crisp

And the accessories?

What dress did you wear?

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

What did Chris wear?

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THE DETAILS Date: 30th May 2015 Venue: St. Andrews Church, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, followed by a reception at The Red Lion in Warmington Photographer: Andie Freeman Photography Kimberley’s dress: Eternity Bride Chris’ attire: Debenhams Accessories: Jenny Packham & Links of London

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together. Standing at the aisle with him and my dad giving me away was a very special moment.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My maid of honour was my oldest friend Kim, then my bridesmaids were my friend Lauren and my sister. Lastly, Jacques was my man of honour! He lives in Thailand so it was extra

special to have him there and a big part of our day.

The bridesmaids wore simple blush dresses and looked perfect.

Jacques wore a suit to complement them.”

What was your theme?

“English country garden.

Everything you saw on the day was lovingly made by myself – from the 70ft of bunting to the vintage decor and oldfashioned sweet

shop favours. We had a close family friend prepare all the flowers and another made the beautiful petal, lace and wild flower-decorated wedding cake. The centrepieces were a slice of walnut tree with vintage jugs filled with wild flowers.”

What was the highlight of your day?

“My highlight would have to be seeing Chris’ face

as he saw me come down the aisle and the tears in his eyes.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Making our own decorations saved loads of money, as well as having good friends make the cake and flowers.

Also we were incredibly lucky that the amazing photography was shot by a good friend of ours... It’s not what you know, but who you know!”

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A STUNNING CHURCH CEREMONY

SAR A H & DA RIO Real bride Sarah shares the story of her perfect wedding day in London...

How did Dario propose?

“He proposed in Verona, Italy. We’d gone on a work trip for him so I definitely wasn’t expecting it! Half way through the trip we took

a day out to explore some local villages. Just before we sat down to have lunch we decided to take a walk along the river. We were sitting down taking in the view,

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chatting away, when he suddenly pulled the ring out! I asked him if he was joking and then promptly burst into tears!”

What dress did you wear?

“My wedding dress was

by Rosa Clara, which we bought in Fairytale London on Fulham high street.”

And the accessories?

“The only jewellery I wore were my earrings, which I had made in Kowloon, Hong Kong to match my engagement ring.”

What did Dario wear?

“A black morning suit that he hired from Buckleigh of London on Lower Sloane Street,

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THE DETAILS Date: 25th April 2015 Venue: The Little Oratory, London, followed by a reception at Lucio, London Photographer: Katy McDonnell at catandkate.co.uk Sarah’s dress: Rosa Clara Dario’s attire: Buckleigh of London Bridesmaid dresses: Eliza & Ethan

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London, and brogues he my two best friends from brought from Church’s.” school, and their dresses were from Eliza & Ethan, which we bought in Muse, London.”

“Very excited! I thought I’d burst into tears but I managed to hold myself “We didn’t really have a theme, we went with together and couldn’t believe that I was walking quite a traditional but relaxed looked.” down the aisle.”

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

What was your theme?

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My bridesmaids were

What was the highlight of your day?

“Getting married and having all our friends and

family around us. The reception and dancing the night away was a fantastic end to an amazing day.”

What was your best buy?

“I was so pleased with the earrings I had made in Hong Kong. I knew exactly how I wanted my earrings to look but couldn’t find anything in London that was quite right (or in my price range!). Having

them made, I got to choose every little detail of them.”

What’s your saving tip?

“For the little things you are less bothered about, consider second hand.

I bought a few things on a pre-loved website (including things that hadn’t even been used before), then I spent money on the things I knew I’d use again, like my wedding shoes.”

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A CREATIVE WEDDING IN MAY

TA HNEE & PETER Hands-on bride Tahnee made lots of special touches. She tells us all the details...

How did Peter propose?

“Well, I suppose you could say that he proposed twice! We were shopping in York and I was looking in the window of an amazing vintage jewellery shop. Pete suggested we have a look inside and then asked the sales assistant if we could look at some of the engagement rings. To say I was surprised is an understatement! We chose a gorgeous sapphire and 74 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ J U L Y 2 0 1 6

diamond ring together, then about a month later, on New Year’s Eve while we were watching the fireworks at midnight, he proposed.”

in Leicester. I had a serenity blue layer of tulle added to the under skirt and Clarabow Designs in Rothley added embellished straps.”

What dress did you wear? What did Peter wear?

“I wore Jenna by Maggie Sottero, which I bought from Bradgate Brides

“A grey suit from Greenwoods of Loughborough, a pink silk

tie from John Lewis and Ted Baker shoes.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My sister, Ahlia, and two of my best friends from school, Rosie and Tassja.

They wore pink dresses from Debenhams. My

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THE DETAILS Date: 1st May 2014 Venue: St James the Greater Church, Oaks in Charnwood, Leicestershire, followed by a reception at Rothley Court Hotel, Rothley, Leicestershire Photographer: Mark Pugh markpugh.com Tahnee’s dress: Maggie Sottero Peter’s attire: Greenwoods of Loughborough Bridesmaid dresses: Debenhams Flowergirls: Tutus made by the bride Shoes: Belle Shoes, dyed by Elegant Steps Cake: Torta di L’Amore

daughter Melody and little sister Tammana were my flowergirls who wore tutu dresses (which I made) over lace blouses, shorts and ivory ballet pumps from Monsoon.”

What was your theme?

“We used May Day as the

theme for the wedding with shabby chic and vintage aspects. I created our stationery with a May Pole featuring in the design. We hired a May Pole for the big day along with a compere and accordion player to entertain our guests

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during the reception. I had such a good time styling things for our wedding that I started my own wedding styling and hire business, Belles & Bobs!”

What was the highlight of your day?

“I think one of the top

moments would have to be our first dance to Fly Me To The Moon by Frank Sinatra. We had intended to learn a dance but never got round to it! In the end we laughed all the way through it and our little girl ran over an joined us, which was just perfect.”

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A GLAMOROUS GATSBY-INSPIRED DAY

LE A H & RYA N This cute couple saw in the New Year in style at one of the UK’s best venues. Leah tells all...

What dress did you wear?

“I wore a dress called Erin

by Ronald Joyce, bought from Serena Bridal in Wickford. It was the first dress I tried on, and even after trying on 20 more dresses, I couldn’t stop thinking about it.”

And the accessories?

“I spent ages looking for a headpiece that had a vintage feel and matched the look of the dress.

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headpiece from Confetti & Lace in Lakeside, which suited the dress perfectly!

My shoes were satin heels I bought from Nine West.

My bracelet and earrings were from accessorize.”

What did Ryan wear?

“The groom and his party wore French blue

beaming with happiness! slim-line tail suits from Jack Bunneys. Ryan had a I don’t think I have ever smiled as much as I did.” cappuccino waistcoat and a silk tie to distinguish himself from the other groomsmen.”

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

“My nerves disappeared and I left absolutely

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My two best friends were joint maids of honour, my two nieces were bridesmaids and

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THE DETAILS Date: 31st December 2015 Venue: Gosfield Hall, Essex Photographer: Neil Bailey nsbailey.com

Leah’s dress: Ronald Joyce Ryan’s attire: Jack Bunneys Bridesmaid dresses: Quiz Flowergirls: Monsoon Accessories: Bought from Confetti & Lace and Accessorize Shoes: Nine West Flowers: Designer Flowers Essex

our goddaughter as our flowergirl. I wanted them to wear something glamorous with glitter. I found the adult dresses in Quiz. Our flowergirl wore a dress from Monsoon, which we customised with a waist sash to match the bridesmaids’ dresses.”

What was your theme?

“To fit in with our New Year’s Eve date and the grandeur of Gosfield Hall, I wanted to recreate vintage glamour and to an extent our day was inspired by Gatsby. We had an amazing florist, Stacey at Designer

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Flowers Essex, who added glamour – from the rose gold pearls draped from my bouquet through to our floral Martini glass table displays.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Be realistic about what you can afford and don’t

let finances cause stress or arguments. After all, it’s preparation for the happiest day of your lives! You may have to cut back in areas but as long as you’re together with your loved ones, that’s all it takes to make a wedding spectacular.”

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A PRETTY TIFFANY BLUE DAY

PAUL A & M ATT Tiffany and sparkle were a match made in heaven for this bride. Paula reveals all...

How did Matt propose?

“Matt proposed on my birthday. His plans for visiting The Shard were affected by a storm that caused it to be closed that day so he proposed

at home before taking me on a shopping trip to Hatton Garden.”

What dress did you wear?

“My dress was a Lillian West design from Ann’s

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Bridal Room in Leighton Buzzard. No other dress I tried on compared until Ann was able to order it especially for me to try!”

And the accessories?

“Instead of flowers, I carried a brooch bouquet, which my mum, sister and I spent the year after getting

engaged collecting brooches for. I was able to attach these all to wire stems that were then arranged for me by my florist, Stephanie Rose in Hitchin. I wore the Vintage Love headband and Classic Princess earrings from Glitzy Secrets. Both looked lovely with the bouquet.”

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THE DETAILS Date: 30th May 2015 Venue: Hexton Manor, Hexton, Hertfordshire Photographer: Belle Momenti Photography

Paula’s dress: Lillian West Matt’s attire: Young’s Hire Bridesmaid dresses: Dessy Jewellery: Glitzy Secrets Florist: Stephanie Rose

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What did Matt wear?

“A navy suit with a cream waistcoat and cravat hired from Young’s Hire in Debenhams.

The groomsmen and dads wore a different waistcoat and cravats that matched the bridesmaid dresses.”

feeling. He looked so happy, and at that point I really did stop worrying about all of the other things that we had spent so much time planning and enjoyed the moments of us becoming husband and wife.”

What was your theme?

“Our wedding didn’t have a theme as such, but I knew straight away that I wanted to have the bridesmaids in a tiffany shade. We incorporated brooches similar to my bouquet “My bridesmaids were my and the tiffany blue from sister Maria and my three the bridesmaids onto the cake, as well as on a closest friends; Sinead,

Who were your How did you feel when bridesmaids and what you saw him up the aisle? dresses did they wear?

“Walking down the aisle and seeing Matt waiting for me was a wonderful

Catriona and Sinead.

Their spa blue dresses were by Dessy.”

personalised candle that was gifted to us from our family. We then decided that all guests would get their own tiffany gift box at their table – although only filled with sweets!”

What’s your saving tip?

“Get creative and give DIY a go! Having decided upon a brooch bouquet, I researched purchasing one but most retailed at about £500. I made my own for £150!”

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A TRULY DREAMY WEDDING

K AT & JA MIE Real bride Kat had a bespoke dress made by her favourite designer! She tells her story...

How did Jamie propose?

“Jamie had plans to propose on top of a Swiss mountain on his 30th birthday. However, he started panicking over scenarios of security

guards emptying his bag, so he proposed at home in our living room and few days before we went!”

What dress did you wear?

“I had no idea what style

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or shape would suit me but I liked lace, vintage styling. I came across Chanticleer and found my nearest shop was Brides of Winchester. They were having a Chanticleer event so I booked an appointment. With the help of Laura at the boutique, I whittled down the search. I loved the

delicate lace and bodice of one, but the feel and swish of the skirt on another and couldn’t decide. Tracey from Chanticleer said ‘let’s do both!’ and sketched the ideal dress for me! I ended up with a bespoke dress that I absolutely loved.”

And the accessories?

“Hayley at Brides of

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THE DETAILS Date: 26th September 2015 Venue: Farbridge Barns, near Chichester Photographer: Vicki Isted Photography vicki-isted.co.uk

Kat’s dress: Chanticleer Jamie’s attire: Moss Bros Bridesmaid dresses: BHS Flowergirl: John Lewis Accessories: Once Upon A Time Tiaras and The Couture Veil Shoes: Irregular Choice

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Winchester found me a beautiful long veil from The Couture Veil. In my hair I found a pearl hair slide from Once Upon A Time Tiaras and I wore a sapphire necklace of my mother’s and Irregular Choice shoes.”

What did Jamie wear?

“We went into Moss Bros and Jamie immediately pointed to the Newbury, which was full tails and a cravat.”

What dresses did your bridesmaids wear?

so I spent a lot of time collecting vintage books, “I eventually struck gold jars, bottles and jugs to in BHS. It was a darker display on the tables with mint green than anywhere lace, pearl and burlap else I’d seen and looked decorations. No table perfect. My flowergirl wore was the same, there were a John Lewis dress.” tealights and bunting everywhere and the barn just set everything off “As a lover of all things perfectly!” vintage, my dress was very important to me and the other things just “I made a lot of things seemed to fall into place. myself, but we really I like to get crafty and enjoyed the instant

What was your theme?

What was your best buy?

camera guest book. I bought a Fujifilm instant camera from ebay, a load of film and a guest book from Paperchase in a sale then left it for guests to play with. It was brilliant seeing people snap themselves or each other then stick the photos in the book with captions, messages or even a limerick. Seeing photos at the start then after a few drinks coming back was really funny!”

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A COUNTRY WEDDING WITH ADDED GLAMOUR

K ATIE & A DA M This gorgeous couple enjoyed a stunning summer wedding. Bride Katie tells us more...

How did Adam propose?

“Adam proposed at our home in London the day before Valentine’s Day. It was just the two of us and we were exchanging cards when he surprised me with a beautiful platinum ring that he had designed for me.”

What dress did you wear?

“I wore a multi-layered ivory lace gown by Justin Alexander. Friends Andrew and Rob own

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a gorgeous bridal shop on the South Coast near Portsmouth called Creatiques, and when I saw their stunning range, I knew I’d find my perfect dress there.”

gift from Andrew and Rob at Creatiques. I also wore a pair of blue tinted Swarovski earrings and a simple pendant necklace that I borrowed from Adam’s mother.”

And the accessories?

What did Adam wear?

“I wore a simple vintage hair slide, which was a

“He wore a three-piece bespoke suit with a pair

of double monk strap shoes. His suit was made of navy herringbone and he teamed this with a white shirt, ivory tie and pocket square.”

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

“Seeing Adam looking very dapper and

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THE DETAILS Date: 23rd August 2014 Venue: Hill Place, Hampshire Photographer: Holly Deacon hollybobbins.com

Katie’s dress: Justin Alexander Bridesmaid dresses: Virgos Lounge Cake: Sweet Hollywood

handsome I couldn’t wait to marry this man.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My bridesmaids were all my best friends from school. Three of them were pregnant so I had

to be considerate of their changing shape and I wanted each of them to feel comfortable. I decided on lightweight, floor-length navy gowns from Virgos Lounge.”

What was your theme?

“We both loved the idea

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of implementing summer festival elements, so we had a BBQ and our reception was in two tipis with a bonfire. The colour scheme was natural and earthy, however I wanted to add a touch of glamour so I included navy and scatterings of gold.”

What was your best buy?

“Our wedding cake. My good friend Renu and her husband Pardeep run a cake company called Sweet Hollywood and they made us a huge four-tiered Victoria sponge cake covered in hand-painted petals.”

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Finishing touches THE TABLES Your guests will spend a lot of time sat at their table during your reception, so it’s really important that these are a big focus point for you.

Flowers, tealights and favours will always give your tables an elegant look, but don’t overdo it – clutter doesn’t look classy. In terms of the table centres, choose something low enough for guests to talk to each other over the top, or high enough for them to talk

Is the big day getting closer? Consider these cool finishing touches to complete your planning

underneath. There’s nothing worse than having to lean over someone else in order to have a conversation! If you want to make the tables more fun, there are plenty of ways to keep your guests entertained: mini games, disposable cameras, fancy dress props (moustaches, oversized glasses etc), and colouring in books for children.

THE VENUE Decorating the venue is one of the final things you’ll do before the big day, and it’s also one of the most fun bits, where you’ll see all your months of planning come together.Your venue will set the scene for your day and feature in pretty much every photograph, so use it to emphasise your theme.

If you’re getting married in

a converted barn then fairylights around the beams will look magical. For hotel venues, flowers will play a big part in creating a more elegant feel to the reception space. For outdoors, you can never go wrong with bunting and hanging tealights from the trees that can be lit up in the evening to create an enchanting feel.

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YOUR OUTFIT On your wedding day, all eyes will be on the bride, so you’ll want to look and feel a million dollars. There are lots of ways to make you feel that extra bit special: if you’ve gone for a princess skirt, why not go all out and add a full underskirt for added oomph? You’re only going to wear a dress like this once, after all. Consider your shoes, too. Why match your dress when there are so many pretty coloured/statement pairs out there to add character to your look? For a sentimental finishing touch, if you have a loved one that’s no longer with you, get a locket with their picture in and add it to your bouquet so they can be with you as you walk down the aisle. Finally, consider your eveningwear. Many brides will stay in their dress all day and night, but dancing in a ballgown

THE FAVOURS for guests to win it? Or, Some people will argue that you could buy a few big gifts favours are an unnecessary then each guest could have detail that often gets left a personalised raffle ticket on the table at the end of to be in with a chance of the night, but use a bit of winning it. If you’re happy creativity and they could play to leave it to chance, you a big part in your day. Instead could buy each guest a THE ENTERTAINMENT of little boxes of sweets, why lottery ticket or scratchcard Keeping your guests not club together the budget for just £1, and who knows, entertained is one of the top you’d put aside for favours they might just win big... priorities for couples planning then use it to buy one larger Surely there’s no better the big day, but you can keep gift, and have a competition favour than that?! guests happy without spending a fortune – garden games like giant Jenga and Connect 4 will go down a treat. Photobooths – professional or homemade – filled with fun props will our wedding will be just the way you want it; from always get everyone your perfect wedding venue to your fabulous dress in the partying mood, and delicious cake. However, if you’re looking to add some as will sweetie bars, last-minute wow-factor touches to your day, then be inspired a karaoke room and by what the Bijou Wedding Venues team suggest. cocktail bar.

Wow wedding transport Show up at your wedding venue in a wow weddi ng car, whether a stretch limo, a green Lamborghini or a vintage Rolls Royce. Ensure your photographer is on hand to snap lots of great photos! can be particularly difficult.

Consider getting a shorter evening dress to change into so you can dance the night away with your groom and guests without tripping over yourself!

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A touch of magic Whilst you’re off having your photographs taken as a newlywed couple, a magician could be wowing your guests and keeping them entertained while they enjoy a glass of celebr atory fizz.

Sensational singing waiters The waiters serving your wedding breakfast could automatically burst into song. No one will suspect a thing and everyone would be surprised.

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Fantastic fireworks Treat your guests to a wondrous fireworks display at the end of the evening. Not all wedding venues will allow fireworks, so check with them before you book anything. A firewo rks display could also be a great surprise for your other half.

Bijou Wedding Venues have a wealth of experience when it comes to throwing amazing weddings at their exclusive use venues, all located within 30-90 minutes of London. Visit bijouwedding venues.co.uk or call 0345 130 9966 to book your perfect day with Bijou!

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WILL MY GUESTS HAVE FUN? Ask any couple what one of their biggest concerns is and nine times out of ten they’ll say that they want to make sure their guests have a great time. Entertaining your guests

all your suppliers when you book, then keep in touch with them as the day nears. Send them a message to confirm times and running orders a week before the wedding. They will all reply and make you feel much better.

WHAT IF I HAVE A BEAUTY DISASTER? WHAT IF THE There isn’t a SUPPLIERS DON’T lot you can TURN UP? do about You will have most likely met a sudden up with the suppliers you have outbreak of chosen, and hopefully done skin blemishes your research on them before or mother booking.Your photographer, nature florist, caterer etc are all springing a professionals and will not let nasty surprise, you down. The best way to put but you can your mind at rest is to get the ensure some mobile numbers and emails of things don’t

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Make sure you wear strapless tops before the wedding to avoid any odd tanlines. When it comes to skin care, don’t try any new products right before the big day. If you want to try something new give yourself at least a month of trying it beforehand.

WILL MY FAMILY BE ABLE TO GET ALONG FOR ONE DAY? Unfortunately, clashing families are far too common. Although there may be tension between loved ones, if they care about you then they will be able to put their differences to one side for the day and simply keep out of each other’s way.

If this is a big concern, just be thoughtful with the table plan, and perhaps have a word with the people in question before

the wedding, telling them how important it is that they don’t cause a stir!

DO I WANT TO GET MARRIED? Firstly, this is not an uncommon worry – people

really no need to worry. If you need reassurance, chat to your fiancé about it, he might be just as nervous as you!

WILL EVERYONE TURN UP? You’ve spent months, maybe even years planning this special day and the last thing FUN FOR ALL you’ll want is for DON’T STRESS ABOUT YOUR GUESTS HAVING A GOOD TIME, THEY WILL anyone to miss it, LOVE EVERY SECOND OF IT! but these things can happen. The best thing to do it to have just don’t tend to admit it!

Getting nervous is completely back-up day guests – people you’ve invited to the evening natural. When the planning but are on the shortlist to is all in place and you then be upgraded should anyone have time to think about pull out. Make sure you have life after the big day, it can spare place name cards and be really daunting. What if cover-ups for the table plan it changes our relationship? just in case. On the day itself, Does it matter that I will never have first date butterflies it’s highly unlikely that anyone again? Just remember – you’ve would be a no-show without prior warning, unless for very most likely been with your fiancé for years and this hasn’t serious circumstances. worried you before, so why WILL MY WEDDING BE would marriage change that?

Most couples say that tying the RUBBISH COMPARED TO THEIRS? knot made their relationship Come on, admit it! Almost even stronger, so there’s MAKE IT PERSONAL DON’T TRY TO COMPETE WITH OTHER WEDDINGS, JUST CHOOSE WHATEVER MAKES YOU HAPPY

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every bride-to-be that attends another wedding will have in the back of her mind, ‘how does this compare to mine?’

Essentially, every wedding is different, and no wedding is better or worse than anyone else’s. Weddings are about celebrating a marriage between two people, not about who gave the best gifts!

visit the venue a few times in the build up to the wedding and have a look at what decorations are needed, then when you’ve finished, leave it!

WILL THERE BE ENOUGH FOOD IN THE EVENING? This is a really tricky one.

During the day you know how many guests you’ll be having DID I CHOOSE THE for the wedding breakfast, so RIGHT DRESS? that’s easy, but ordering food With so many incredible for the evening is far more designers out there, it’s really difficult. Many guests won’t tempting to keep looking at want to eat much, if at all, the new designs after you’ve in the evening after a hefty bought yours, but don’t do three-course meal, especially it! You felt amazing in your if you’ve got a sweetie bar, dress when you bought it, or other stalls with food to and although there are lots snack on throughout the of lovely new designs coming evening. Also, most of the through, they wouldn’t evening guests will have eaten necessarily make you feel the before they arrive, so they same way your dress did. won’t necessarily need lots to eat. As a general rule, if you HAVE I BOUGHT were having 60 guests to the ENOUGH day and 40 to the evening, DECORATIONS? you would want to cater for The little details can make all approximately 70-75 people. the difference to a reception If you’re having a hog roast or space, but likewise, too many something similar, make sure can be overkill. Make sure you you have enough buns for 100

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PLENTY OF FOOD YOU DON’T NEED TO GO OVERBOARD ON THE EVENING FOOD AS MANY GUESTS WILL STILL BE FULL

people to even out between those who have a couple and those who have none.

WILL GUESTS EXPECT A FREE BAR? Absolutely not! Everyone will expect to buy their own drinks after the speeches, so don’t worry about that.

You’ve already fed and watered them for the majority of the day, so they should have no expectations to have free drinks all night. If you’re worried, maybe put in the invitations what time the bar will open and whether or not

it accepts card or cash only, just to make things clear.

HOW DO WE ASK FOR MONEY INSTEAD OF GIFTS? It used to be tradition to ask for wedding gifts in the form of a list, but nowadays, many couples live together before getting married and therefore already have the home goods they need. Asking for money can be awkward, particularly with older generations, but insert a card into your invitations explaining that you do not need gifts so you won’t expect anything, but if they want to contribute money towards your honeymoon, you would really appreciate it.

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HAVE I FORGOTTEN SOMETHING? The inevitable last-minute panic! The best way to combat this is to make lists. Tick off everything as you go and add anything that comes up along the way. Check and triple check these lists before the wedding to ensure you’re on top of everything. If it’s not on the list then it doesn’t matter!

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