Love Our Wedding - February 2018

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ISSUE 32

• FEBRUARY 2018

Dreamy details SHOES, STATIONERY AND THEME IDEAS

WIN AMAZING PRIZES WORTH £7,000!

INSPIRATIONAL BRIDESMAID TRENDS ALL THE TOP LOOKS THAT YOUR GIRLS WILL LOVE

Last-minute weddings HOW TO PLAN YOUR BIG DAY IN SIX MONTHS

Wilderly Bride WE VIEW THE STUNNING SPRING COLLECTION FROM ALLURE BRIDALS

Dress up!

NEW BRIDAL GOWNS FOR 2018

PUMP UP THE JAMS! HOT WEDDING SONGS FOR YOUR PLAYLIST

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EDITOR (MATERNITY LEAVE) Jade Pepperell jade@meanttobemedia.com REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS Four real brides share their big day stories with us

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60 OF THE BEST Our favourite designer dresses for the new season

ISSUE 32

• FEBRUARY 2018

Dreamy details

ART DIRECTOR Andy Allen andy@meanttobemedia.com

Wilderly Bride

SHOES, STATIONERY AND THEME IDEAS

WE VIEW THE STUNNING SPRING COLLECTION FROM ALLURE BRIDALS

Dress up!

WIN AMAZING PRIZES WORTH £7,000!

FASHION SALES EXECUTIVE Laura Lismore laura@meanttobemedia.com

NEW BRIDAL GOWNS FOR 2018

PUMP UP THE JAMS! HOT WEDDING SONGS FOR YOUR PLAYLIST

INSPIRATIONAL BRIDESMAID TRENDS ALL THE TOP LOOKS THAT YOUR GIRLS WILL LOVE

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Last-minute weddings HOW TO PLAN YOUR BIG DAY IN SIX MONTHS

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PRINCESS DRESSES You’ll look the belle of the ball in these charming gowns

PEARLY QUEEN Choose pearls for a timeless wedding day look

80 PERFECT HAIRPIECES Hair guru Anna Sorbie shares her advice for picking out fabulous hair accessories 87

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118 FUNKY FLOOR-FILLERS Fill your playlist with these toe-tapping tunes from 2017

THE BEAUTIFUL BY ENZOANI COLLECTION

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A DREAMY STYLED SHOOT FEATURING RUTH MILLIAM

112 13 AMAZING WEDDING COMPETITIONS: £7,000 OF GOODIES UP FOR GRABS! 127 STUNNING SPA AND GORGEOUS DÉCOR AT RUDDING PARK HOTEL

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LAST-MINUTE… How to plan a wedding in six months or less

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CONTRIBUTORS Donna Berridge, Martha Cooke

SUMPTUOUS STATIONERY Inspiration for your invites, table names and thank yous HEART WOOD Theme your big day around this colour scheme that’s on-trend right now

ACTING EDITOR Izzy Hicks izzy@meanttobemedia.com

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’MAIDS TRENDS Kit your bridesmaids out in the hottest styles for 2018

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elcome to our fabulous February issue!

We thought we’d start the new year right by filling our pages with top trends, handy advice and amazing competitions. Turn to page 112 to be in with a chance of winning £7,000 worth of goodies, including wedding dresses from Catherine Parry and Casablanca!

Speaking of wedding dresses, we’ve put together 60 of our favourite gowns from the new collections on page 25 for you to choose from, and if you’re already royal wedding obsessed (like we are), then you’ll love the princess-inspired bridal gowns on page 57. There’s also a whirlwind wedding planning guide for newly engaged brides who want to tie the knot ASAP in 2018 (turn to page 120), and pretty purple dresses inspired by Pantone’s colour of the year, Ultra Violet.

We hope you love the new issue – don’t forget that you can submit your IZZY HICKS real wedding to us by emailing me at Acting Editor izzy@meanttobemedia.com!

My favourite picks this month!

1. This incredible Octavia tiara

from Ivory & Co is giving me serious royalty vibes 2. I love the botanical lace on this timeless style from Ellis Bridals’ 2018 collection 3. For ‘Alice in Wonderland’ fans, this sweet save the date from Swoon at the Moon is a must-have!

4. There’s nothing like a classic t-bar shoe, and this Georgina heel from Adrienne Shoes is simple yet chic 5. DIY confetti bars are one of my favourite trends this year – visit Shropshire Petals for all the kit you’ll need

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STYLE F191002 JASMINE BRIDAL

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STYLE D051 DAISY BY ALEXIA RHAPSODY MARTIN THORNBURG: A MON CHERI COLLECTION

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HAMPTON OPULENCE

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STYLE 8964 JUSTIN ALEXANDER STYLE BE395 ELLA ROSA STYLE 1732 KENNETH WINSTON

STYLE 30203 NOVABELLA

MARIANNA GRACE PHILIPS STYLE WP346 WHITE ROSE GRACEFUL PEONY DONNA SALADO STYLE W403 ALLURE WOMEN

STYLE 4000 SINCERITY BRIDE WATERLILY CHLOE BRIDALS

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STYLE D2235 ESSENSE OF AUSTRALIA

STYLE 3059 ALLURE BRIDALS

STYLE 1700025 LQ DESIGNS

NIGELLA CHLOE BRIDALS STYLE 9900 JUSTIN ALEXANDER

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BT18-03 THE INTRICATE LACE REALLY MAKES THIS FORM-FLATTERING MERMAID GOWN

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BT18-01 GET YOUR PRINCESS ON WITH THIS FULLSKIRTED A-LINE GOWN IN MIKADO SATIN

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BT18-07 SHEATH SILHOUETTES LIKE THIS ONE ARE BOTH STYLISH AND EASY TO DANCE IN! THE EYELASH LACE AND LOW V-BACK ARE ROMANTIC TOUCHES

BT18-08 THIS KNOCKOUT GOWN FEATURES TWO GORGEOUS LOOKS IN ONE! THE LACE AND TULLE OVERDRESS ADDS DETAIL AND CHIC FULLLENGTH SLEEVES

STYLE 274 A GORGEOUS A-LINE DRESS WITH HIDDEN POCKETS AND A SPARKLING DETAIL ON THE NECKLINE

BT18-04 AUSTIN TERRIFIC IN FEEL LIKE A GREEK TULLE, THIS GODDESS IN A-LINE STYLE THIS FLATTERING FEATURES A COLUMN GOWN. BALLET-INSPIRED WE LOVE THE CROSSOVER BEADED BELT! BACK WITH BOW DETAIL

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BT18-10 FOR A BOLD LOOK, TRY THIS BEAUTIFUL A-LINE WITH ITS WATERCOLOUR PRINT IN PINK AND BLUE

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ARIA The fine tulle overskirt finishes off a simple yet beautiful sleeveless look

Wilderly Bride Sleek, sophisticated styles to consider from one of Allure Bridals’ newest labels

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WILLOW Embroidered vines sit on this vintage off-the-shoulder dress

ADELE This features an open back, with gorgeous tassels

ilderly Bride from Allure describe their collection as ‘free spirited elegance’. We couldn’t agree more – the gowns on display here demonstrate that perfectly.

Whether it’s a frosted overskirt (Aria, left) to a whole host of graceful embroidered touches, the

beauty of nature doesn’t seem too far away. We can picture all of these delightful dresses looking the part in fantastic exterior photoshoots, fit for summer 2018 wedding venues across the country. To see more of the irresistible gowns in this collection, visit allurebridals.com and pick your favourite!

CELESTE We’re in love with the deep V and the airy lace blossoms

DAISY The exquisite eyelash lace details around the hem: wow!

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ou can see from the variety of gowns on display here that designer Martin Thornburg has left no stone unturned with this glamorous collection of Mon Cheri dresses. Hand-beaded Swarovski crystals glisten here and there, while flowing, traditional ballgowns sit alongside modern shapes to suit a range of personalities. Think you’ve spotted your dream dress? Visit mon-cheri.co.uk to see more.

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Princess Dresses You’ll look the belle of the ball in any of these charming gowns

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uth Milliam is famous for creating dreamy, ethereal gowns with sheer tulle, floral detailing and pastel colourways, and her gowns have been put to perfect use in this styled shoot captured by Pedtro Antunes. The natural setting of Worth Park Gardens combined with the undone hair and minimal make-up serves as the perfect complement to these amazing gowns.

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HAIR AND MAKE-UP Rosie Lee rosie-lee.com DRESSES Ruth Milliam Couture ruthmilliam.com PHOTOGRAPHY Pedro Antunes pedro-antunes.com LOCATION Worth Park Gardens crawley.gov.uk/worthpark MODELS Katrin Östlund and Emelie Stenman themodeldiaries.com

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Sequins

The trend for all things sparkly is still going strong! We love the look of mixed metallics on bridal parties, and darker colour palettes bring a touch of glamour. If you’d prefer just a little shimmer, then have your maid of honour be the only one in sequins so she stands out.

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Check out hottest looks for your bridal party this year

Trousers

Trust us, this is the coolest bridesmaid trend for 2018, hands down. Having your girls wear elegant trousers or jumpsuits not only guarantees a super-chic bridal party, but trousers are easy to dance in and will also keep your maids warmer in the colder months.

JASMINE BRIDAL JASMINE BRIDAL PRONOVIAS CHRISTINA WU WATTERS

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MORILEE

The romantic off-the-shoulder neckline has been popular with brides recently, so we’re not surprised to see this trend appearing on bridesmaids, too!

Style with loose curls for a boho look or an elegant updo to show off the neckline.

JASMINE BRIDAL

RICHARD DESIGNS

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Flutter sleeves

This pretty trend is perfect for brides who love the bohemian look! A flutter sleeve is not only flattering – it also gives your dresses a little more movement.

We love them in both chiffon and tulle.

DESSY

MARK LESLEY RICHARD DESIGNS MORILEE

MARK LESLEY

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Peekaboo Whether it’s a low criss-cross back, keyhole details, cold shoulders or side cutouts, we’re expecting bridesmaids to show a little more skin in 2018! This trend works particularly well at both summer and destination weddings.

WATTERS ALLURE BRIDALS

RICHARD DESIGNS

KELSEY ROSE

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Separates

Who needs a bridesmaid dress when you could have a bridesmaid skirt and top? Mixing and matching separates gives your maids more versatility, and it’s a modern and fresh take on the classic KENNETH WINSTON bridesmaid dress.

DESSY

CHRISTINA WU

JASMINE BRIDAL

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

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COLOUR OF THE YEAR

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hen we think of ultra violet we think of mystical, romantic hues in the night sky.

As a result, we’re delighted to see that Pantone have decreed Ultra Violet as their Colour of the Year. Stuck for what shade to dress your bridesmaids in? Get on board the trend bus!

DESSY

WHITE ROSE

IN ONE CLOTHING

Ultra Violet

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HOW TO ACCESSORISE YOUR WEDDING LOOK

AISLE STYLE NEW SEASON DRESSES FOR YOU & YOUR GIRLS

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138 DREAMY DETAIL IDEAS PLUS HOW TO GIVE YOUR DAY THE WOW FACTOR

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REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS FOUR INSPIRING BIG-DAY STORIES, TOLD BY THE BRIDE

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Pretty maids

SEE OUR PICK OF THE BEST DESIGNS FOR YOUR FAVOURITE GIRLS, P35

REAL STORIES

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SPARKLE, STRUCTURE & STYLE – THE NEW COLLECTION HAS IT ALL!

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TOTALLY ADORABLE DRESSES FOR YOUR LITTLE BRIDESMAIDS

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HAPPY NEWLYWEDS LOOK BACK ON THEIR PERFECT WEDDINGS

Keep cool

HOW TO BEAT THE HEAT AT YOUR SUMMER WEDDING

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Romantic recipes How about these healthy dishes to set the tone on Valentine’s Day?

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SERVES INGREDIENTS Low-calorie cooking spray 20 small shallots, peeled 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary 170ml full-bodied red wine 1 level tbsp redcurrant jelly 4 venison steaks (each about 125g-150g, cut about 2cm thick), visible fat removed 8 back bacon rashers, visible fat removed 1 tbsp mixed dried peppercorns, coarsely crushed

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METHOD Preheat the oven to 200C/fan 180C/ gas 6. Spray a non-stick frying pan with a little low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium-high heat. Add the shallots and lightly brown them all over. Add the garlic, rosemary, wine and redcurrant jelly, partially cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for 30-40 minutes, stirring now and then, until the shallots are tender and have slightly collapsed and the sauce is thick and syrupy. (Bigger shallots will give you a longer cooking time.) After about 25 minutes, season the steaks with a little salt. Spray a large non-stick ovenproof frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray

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and place over a high heat. Add the steaks and sear for 1 minute on each side. Transfer to a board and, when cool enough to handle, wrap two bacon rashers around each steak and dip the exposed ends in the peppercorns.

Return the steaks to the pan and put the pan into the oven. Roast for 6 minutes or until cooked to your liking (venison is best served pink, but cook for another 2-3 minutes if you like your meat medium-rare). Remove the pan from the oven, cover loosely with foil and leave to rest for 5 minutes. Serve the steaks on warmed plates with the red wine shallots and your favourite vegetables.

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Ready in 45 minutes, plus chilling

INGREDIENTS 500g Désirée potatoes, peeled and cubed 3x 170g cans white crab meat, drained Small pack fresh coriander, finely chopped 2 bird’s eye chillies, deseeded and finely chopped 2 lemon grass stalks, outer leaves removed, finely chopped 1 level tsp Thai red curry paste 8 spring onions, finely chopped, plus slivers to garnish 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten, plus 1 egg, lightly beaten, to brush* Finely grated zest of 1 lime Red chilli slivers, to garnish METHOD Boil the potatoes in a saucepan of lightly salted boiling water for 10-12 minutes or until just tender. Drain well, mash until smooth and set aside to cool. Flake

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the crab into a wide mixing bowl using a fork. Add the coriander, chillies, lemon grass, curry paste, spring onions, egg yolk and lime zest. Season to taste and mix well. When the potatoes are cool, add them to the crab and mix well. Divide the mixture into 16 portions and shape into patties, about 6cm across. Arrange them on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper, cover with cling film and chill for 6-8 hours or overnight. When you’re ready to cook, preheat the oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Brush the beaten egg all over the crab cakes and cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden.

Garnish with the spring onion and chilli slivers and serve.

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Ready in 20 minutes, plus chilling INGREDIENTS 2 medium egg yolks* 3 tbsp sweetener A few drops of vanilla essence 400g quark 12 sponge fingers 2 tsp instant coffee, dissolved in 2 tbsp water 2 tbsp brandy 150g fat-free natural fromage frais 6 chocolate coated coffee beans 2 level tsp cocoa powder METHOD In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and two tablespoons of the sweetener together until thick and creamy. Add the

vanilla essence and two tablespoons of quark and whisk in gently. Gradually whisk in the remaining quark to form a smooth cream. Break the sponge fingers in half and place them in a shallow dish. Mix the coffee and brandy together and drizzle over the sponge fingers, mixing them gently to coat in the liquid. Divide half of the sponge fingers between six small serving glasses, top with half of the quark mixture, then with the rest of the sponge fingers and a second layer of quark. Chill for 30 minutes. Sweeten the fromage frais with the remaining sweetener and spoon on top of each glass. Decorate with chocolate coated coffee beans and dust with cocoa before serving. * Pregnant women, the elderly, babies and toddlers are advised to choose eggs showing the British Lion stamp if eating raw or partially cooked eggs

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Fragrant soap

Heart Wood

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Classy T-bars

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Flowergirl frock

CHICHICLOTHING.COM We adore that little bow at the front of this dress. £48

Tasty tiered cake

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Shoes for him

DUNELONDON.COM Comfy and stylish, these will make any groom look dapper. £70

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Colourful confetti

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Beautiful bouquet

INTERFLORA.CO.UK Gorgeous flowers, bursting with warmth and colour. £POA

Boutique gift box

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Love lantern

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Shapely vases

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Dusky pink dress

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Floral invites

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Champagne glass

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Urban Chic

W

e love an urban wedding, with the very character of the city or venue itself playing a huge part in shaping the occasion.

This photoshoot by Alegrar Events

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at Atenna Studios demonstrates this – and then some. Everything from the dreamy gown by Audrey Ashley Couture to the elegant tiered cake from Vanilla Orchid Bakery screams modern sophistication.

PLANNER AND STYLIST Alegrar Events PHOTOGRAPHER Jay Emme Photography DRESS Audrey Ashley Couture JEWELLERY Annaliese Rivers Bespoke Bridal Jewellery MAKEUP Tracey’s Brides HAIR Lelia Chauhan FLORIST Sarah Diamant MODEL Katja Cemic CAKE Vanilla Orchid Bakery MENU CARDS The Golden Letter STYLING Props Alegrar Events VENUE Atenna Studios GLASSWARE AND CUTLERY Classic Crockery F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 8 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ 93

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Nat & Carl

A COUNTRY WEDDING IN THE COTS WOL DS

Bride Nat explains how she knew her colour scheme the day after she got engaged, while still on holiday!

How did Carl propose?

“In June 2015 we were on holiday in beautiful Pula, Croatia, and decided to go for a walk along a private beach near our hotel on

What dress did you wear?

“I wore a beautiful Madeline Gardner dress. It was a lace A-line with a heart-shaped illusion back. It had a pearl and diamanté belt and a long train. I fell in love with it as soon as I tried it on!”

the first night. While I was taking lots of pictures, Carl got down on one knee and asked me to marry him! I said And the accessories? yes, and we celebrated by “I wore small pearl earrings drinking lots of champagne!” and a pearl and crystal

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bracelet by Jon Richard which my mum had bought me as wedding presents. All of my best friends had chipped in to buy me a Joma Jewellery bracelet too, which was my ‘something blue.”

What did the groom wear?

“Carl wore a three-piece tailored grey-checked suit,

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The Details DATE: 25th August 2017 VENUE: Hyde Barn, Stow-on-the-Wold PHOTOGRAPHER: Noel Hibbert, Cotswold Pictures NAT’S DRESS: Madeline Gardner CARL’S ATTIRE: Clements & Church ACCESSORIES: Jon Richard, Joma Jewellery

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which he had specially designed for the day. It was from Clements & Church and it actually cost more than my wedding dress – I couldn’t believe it when Carl told me how much he had spent! He looked great though. The date of our wedding was stitched inside, with ‘C&N’ stitched under the collar, which made it extra special.”

Who were your bridesmaids and where

were their dresses from?

“My bridesmaids were three of my best friends: Hayley, Laura and Becks.

I chose a friend from each of my friendship groups, which worked nicely. I got their grey bridesmaid dresses online and they all looked beautiful.”

in Croatia and making an immediate start to my Pinterest wedding board (which all brides do, right?).

I have lots of friends who have had weddings before me, so I wanted to pick colours that were different from theirs. I like the colour grey and I thought peach complemented it well.

What was your theme?

We got married in a barn “Grey and peach, which I so I stuck to rustic décor, decided on the day after we with things such as log got engaged! I remember centrepieces with steel jugs sitting on our hotel balcony and flowers. We had an

amazing florist and stylist in Lilyfee Floral Designs. I did a lot of the work myself, which saved money, but this was also because I enjoy crafts! I spent many hours putting together names on champagne corks, a table-plan crate and mini jar favours, among many other things.“ What was the highlight of your day?

“The highlight of my day was being able to spend

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time with everyone I loved.

It’s so rare that you get to have a day when you can get all of your family and friends together, but a wedding can achieve this!

I was getting ready in the morning and I looked out of the window to where everyone was seated,

all hushed and waiting.

My friend said to me, “Everyone out there is waiting for you!” That was such a strange feeling. I felt so lucky to have so many amazing friends and family.

Our wedding day was very relaxed so it was great just to have a laugh and

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enjoy time with all of these wonderful people.”

What was your best buy?

“I think it has to be my wedding dress! Most people dream about their weddings and what dress they want. I was not one of those people, so I didn’t

have the ‘luxury’ of really knowing what I wanted.

As soon as I tried this dress on, however, I just knew…

When I wore it on the day I loved it even more.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Work hard and don’t play too hard! We both did

additional hours at work to help fund the occasion – I’m a nurse so it was easy to get extra shifts. You have to cut back on your usual spending, too (which meant not going out as much)! It’s all worth it though, knowing you’re going to have a fantastic

wedding day. We were lucky to have been given some money from our parents, which was so kind of them, but even without this gesture you can still budget; you just have to be strict and save in advance.

We gave ourselves two years to plan our wedding.”

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Sophie & Joshua

AN URBAN WEDDING IN THE HE A RT OF HIS TORIC LOND ON

Real bride Sophie talks about her autumnal wedding in the capital, where her venue used to be a bank!

How did Joshua propose?

“On Christmas morning 2016, I was not feeling well and wouldn’t come downstairs, but Josh was awake really early and

acting strange. After a lot of pleading, I eventually did go downstairs and saw a tiny little box wrapped up under the tree - when I opened it I just cried!”

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What dress did you wear?

“I wore a 1920s-inspired dress called Cathlyn, from Phase Eight.”

Josh bought me from a local jewellers for Valentine’s Day to wear on the day. My shoes were from House of Fraser.”

And the accessories?

“I wore my sister’s veil, which acted as my something borrowed, along with an Art Deco hair clip I got from Debenhams. I also wore a lovely opal necklace that

What did the groom wear?

“Josh wore a jacket and waistcoat from Moss Bros.

His trousers, shirt and shoes were from Next, and he got his tie and pocket square from Swagger & Swoon.”

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The Details DATE: 14th October 2017 VENUE: The Knights Templar pub, London PHOTOGRAPHER: Unwerth Photography SOPHIE’S DRESS: Phase Eight JOSHUA’S ATTIRE: Moss Bros, Next, Swagger & Swoon BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Phase Eight ACCESSORIES: Debenhams, House of Fraser

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Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My bridesmaids were my two sisters Katie and Lily. Their dresses were from Phase Eight and very glamorous. I wanted sparkly champagne gold dresses, and when they tried them on they suited them so well, so we were all happy.”

What was your theme?

“A mix of autumnal, Art Deco glamour and fun pub!

Our gold sequin tablecloths matched the bridesmaid dresses, with autumnal flower centrepieces and at least 100 candles to create a nice, warm feel. Our table numbers had an Art Deco design, and our Connie and Colin the Caterpillar cakes from Marks & Spencer were a fun element!“ What was the highlight of your day?

“When all of our guests walked the short distance

from the pub after the ceremony, up to the Lincoln’s Inns Field, past the Royal Courts of Justice and all these beautiful London buildings. It was so great to see everyone walking in convoy and also to have that breathing space after the ceremony – I was still quite emotional so it was good to just walk and catch my thoughts (and my breath).”

What was your best buy?

“The venue, by far. It was

a beautiful pub right in the historical heart of London.

It used to be an old bank, with the toilets being the old vaults! It was so much fun getting married on the balcony overlooking or guests. The dance floor was right next to the bar too, so everyone was there in the same room all the time. It cost £3,700 as a package and that included 100 day-guests with a three-course meal, three bottles of wine per table and the DJ!”

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Natasha & Nicholas MINIMALISTIC AND ELEGANT IN ESSE X

Bride Natasha tells us how she found her dream dress and how her bridesmaids got everyone dancing How did Nicholas propose?

“He constructed a fake trip to Brighton, where we had first met, saying that we were going to be spending the weekend in a caravan.

Instead he took me to Brighton Beach and proposed, before surprising me with a scrapbook of memories and tickets to Amsterdam – so no caravan, after all!”

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What dress did you wear and where did you buy it?

“I was very picky with my dress – I had a very good idea of what I wanted. I found my dream dress by Tara Keely at Les Trois Soeurs at Canary Wharf. It had a full-sleeved lace inset with a figure hugging body and a long train. I customised it

so that I was able to pin the train up for some dancing later on during the night!”

And the accessories?

“I decided to go for a minimalistic look, so I didn’t wear many. I didn’t want anything to take away from the glorious dress! I wore a diamond necklace, bought

for me by Nick’s mum, and small diamond earrings to finish off the look. I also wore a long veil, which trailed behind with my dress.”

Who were your bridesmaids and where were their dresses from?

“I had four of my very close friends and my sister-in-law

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The Details DATE: 27th May 2017 VENUE: Gosfield Hall, Essex PHOTOGRAPHER: Jasmine Jade Photography NATASHA’S DRESS: Tara Keely NICHOLAS’S ATTIRE: Reiss BRIDESMAID DRESSES: ASOS

as my bridesmaids. They wore long, dark purple dresses from ASOS with low, embellished backs.”

What did Nicholas wear?

“Nick wore a blue-grey Reiss suit with a subtle checked pattern that he picked all by himself – very dashing!”

What was your theme?

“I wanted our wedding to reflect our personalities.

We opted for a minimalistic theme, with decorations and flowers that were simple and elegant. We chose to have pretty white peonies on the flower centrepieces and on our bouquets.”

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What was the highlight of your day?

“The bridesmaid dance.

The girls had put together a dance routine that involved some of my favourite songs and pulled off a great performance! Everybody loved it and it was a fantastic way to start the dancing!”

What’s your saving tip?

“Less is more. It can be quite overwhelming, with endless options and it can seem quite daunting to pick the right thing. Stick to your theme and style. I always go with my gut instinct, which has worked well for me during wedding planning.”

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Lara & Nick A RUSTIC WEDDING

BY THE RIVERSIDE

A church wedding with a touch of personal history. Real bride Lara tells us all about her planning...

of Southampton. I was shopping with my mum and Grannie, just to try some styles on. It was the sixth one I tried on and I loved it – there was nothing about it How did Nick propose? expecting him to propose, so that I would have changed.”

“We were walking the dog at it came as a total surprise.” the woods. I had a stone in And the accessories? my shoe, so stopped to get it What dress did you wear?

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necklace, bracelet and earrings from John Lewis, which my girlfriends had all chipped in together to buy for my 30th birthday. I already owned my shoes, which were from Dune.

My brother bought me a pendant, which I tied around my bouquet. It had a picture of our dad on it; sadly he passed away in 2012.”

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The Details DATE: 4th August 2017 VENUE: Riverside Marquee, Bray PHOTOGRAPHER: Kristian Leven Photography LARA’S DRESS: Sincerity NICK’S ATTIRE: Moss Bros ACCESSORIES: Musuntas, Kit Heath, Dune

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What did Nick wear?

“Nick wore a navy three-piece French Connection suit from Moss Bros. He wore a pale pink tie and matching pink handkerchief, also from Moss Bros. His brown shoes came from Marks & Spencer.”

Who were your bridesmaids?

“I had three bridesmaids: my friends Vicks, Lizzie and Kelly. They were fantastic from start to finish. Nick’s sister Laura was also

What’s your saving tip?

“Making things ourselves saved us money and made the day feel special and What was the highlight of personal to us. I bought silk your day? roses and real gypsophila, What was your theme?

“Walking down the aisle with which I arranged in jam jars “Rustic. We wanted a relaxed my husband. It was lovely to beforehand, which reduced atmosphere, with lots of see all our friends and family the stress on the day. We personal touches. We made filling the church. Making used empty champagne bunting, hessian and lace our marriage vows official in bottles with a rose and some bows, wooden coasters our local church – the church gypsophila as the middle of (which I burnt our guests’ where Nick’s parents got the centrepiece. This was not names onto), signs made married and where Nick and only cost-effective – it also from pallets, signs painted on his sister were christened – gave us a great excuse to blackboards, a photo board was wonderful.” drink more champagne!” phenomenal – she planned so many little surprises and ‘extras’ from sparklers, to pink and rose gold powder in the prosecco.”

made from pallets, as well as twine and lace jam jars to decorate the tables.“

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A C AT H E R I N E PA R RY WEDDING DRESS One of our favourite bridal brands, British design house Catherine Parry specialise in stunning vintage-inspired gowns with a modern twist.

Their new Seren collection for 2018 features a fabulous mix of timeless silhouettes and contemporary trendled details, and you could win a wedding dress from the Seren collection of your choice worth up to £1,545.

Choose your favourite at catherineparrybridal.com and enter the competition itself by visiting us over at loveourweddingmag.com.

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HIS AND HERS WEDDING FRAGRANCES FROM DECO LONDON

A CLEO HEADDRESS FROM DONNA CRAIN Accessories designer Donna Crain creates incredible pieces in every style, from vintage glamour to romantic floral pieces and bespoke accessories made with a particular bride’s dress and personality in mind. Now she’s giving away a stunning Cleo headpiece worth £190 to finish off one bride’s wedding day look! Cleo is a beautiful Grecian-style gold headdress with sprigs of pearl beads and Swarovski opal stones in varying sizes for that sophisticated boho look. See the rest of the Donna Crain collection at donnacrain.com and enter at loveourweddingmag.com.

Deco London are devoted to the revival of 1920s perfumes, all inspired by the glittering Art Deco era and its iconic characters, and they’re giving away Ernest and Millicent, a his ’n’ hers wedding fragrance duo worth £150! With their chic 1920s bottles and distinct notes, these scents are perfect for a bride and groom.

Ernest is a tribute to classic British colognes, and Millicent features a decadent floral bouquet. To view the entire collection visit deco-london.com and enter over at loveourweddingmag.com.

A N OV E R N I G H T S TAY A N D D I N N E R AT ROYA L L A N C A S T E R L O N D O N For a pre-wedding treat or a post-wedding getaway, why not take a trip to the city and stay in one of London’s finest five-star hotels? Royal Lancaster London are giving one lucky couple the chance to win an overnight stay in one of their newly redesigned Classic View Rooms, which overlook Hyde Park and the iconic London skyline. The winners will also receive a complimentary full English breakfast, and a three-course dinner in Nipa Thai (the hotel’s award-winning Thai restaurant) with £30 to spend on drinks, making this fabulous prize worth £450! Find out more at royallancaster.com and enter at loveourweddingmag.com.

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A PEARL NECKLACE FROM MIRABELLE

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JEWELLERY We’re big fans of Mirabelle’s ethical, fair-trade jewellery – and so are several famous faces, including Kate Middleton, Ellie Goulding, Pixie Lott and Edith Bowman to name a few! This month, Mirabelle are giving away an Infinity necklace from their Natural Pearls collection worth £175. Handmade in Mirabelle’s London studio using freshwater pearls and 22ct gold-plated bronze, this necklace is the perfect finishing touch for any boho bride. See the collection at mirabellejewellery.co.uk and enter the competition at loveourweddingmag.com.

No wedding is complete without that amazing confetti shot, and natural confetti experts Shropshire Petals have everything you need to create it! They’re giving away not one but two couples the chance to win a gorgeous Shropshire Box worth £104 each, which comes complete with 25 cones and plenty of confetti to fill them. The lucky winners can create their own unique confetti mix to match their wedding scheme using the Pick & Mix selector, and choose their preferred confetti cone colour.

View their confetti at shropshirepetals.com and enter the competition at loveourweddingmag.com.

A COPY OF FLOWERSMITH Looking to add the art of flower arranging to your wedding repertoire? We’re giving away one copy of this handy book from expert flowersmith and crafter Jennifer Tran, worth £20. Learn how to craft and arrange incredible delicate paper flowers, ranging from classic peonies to budding blossom branches, with Flowersmith’s easy step-by-step tutorials. For your chance to win, enter at loveourweddingmag.com.

F I R S T DA N C E L E S S O N S F RO M K A R E N H A R DY DA N C E S T U D I O S Karen Hardy Dance Studios specialise in helping happy couples create their perfect first dance in their luxurious Chelsea Studios, which come complete with on-site Champagne Bar! They’re offering one couple a Sparkling Silver package worth over £390, which includes three 45-minute dance lessons that will teach you basic dance floor moves and a short routine to perform on your big day. Their experts will help you master the moves to your special piece of music, and if you haven’t yet found the right song, they’ll recommend some at your first lesson! Find out more at karenhardystudios.com and enter at loveourweddingmag.com.

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‘It was our way of making our friend Pat involved, even though she couldn’t be there. Seeing everybody wearing Alzheimer’s Society pin badges made us think of Pat everywhere we looked.’

Rebecca and Leigh

The perfect gift for the perfect day Your wedding day will create wonderful memories to last a lifetime. If someone you love can’t be there because of dementia, you can still make them part of your celebration.

Honour them in a really special way by supporting Alzheimer’s Society. You can invite your guests to make a donation to us rather than give you a gift, organise a collection on the day, or order our unique wedding favours.

As you enjoy your big day, your generosity will help us defeat dementia - the best wedding gift of all.

To find out more visit alzheimers.org.uk/weddings or call us on 0330 333 0804

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A BRIDE-TO-BE GIFT BOX FROM WHITEBEAM GIFTS When it comes to presents, we love the boutique feel of Whitebeam’s beautifully packaged gift boxes. Themed by colour and occasion, the boxes are filled with artisan products from some of the UK’s best independent companies, to make for the perfect unique treat. One bride will win a gorgeous Fresh White gift box worth £90, which comes with a soft white scarf, green tea soap, lavender bath essence, a champagne massage candle, a shea butter tin and a silver sixpence (for good luck)! See the full range of gifts over at whitebeamgifts.co.uk.

For a chance to win, visit loveourweddingmag.com.

WEDDING FLOWERS AND CONFETTI F RO M G R E AT BRITISH FLORIST We love Great British Florist’s dedication to bringing brides the best of natural British blooms. Their wedding flowers are 100% British and are perfect for brides who want that eclectic meadow feel on their big day. They’re giving one lucky winner an English Cottage Garden Bridal Bouquet (worth £85), a bucket of English Cottage Garden DIY flowers (worth £90) and a litre of real petal confetti (worth £12.50), all to fit a chosen wedding theme. See the gorgeous Great British Florist range and discover their #grownnotflown campaign at greatbritishflorist.co.uk, and enter the competition at loveourweddingmag.com.

YOUR WEDDING SHOES AND BAG FROM PARADOX LONDON PINK Paradox have been providing brides with stylish, purse-friendly shoes and accessories for over 30 years, now. One lucky bride will be able to win her wedding shoes and a bag up to a value of £200, and with so many designs in the Paradox London Pink Collection, it’ll be a tough choice! From embellished skyscraper heels to lace vintage-inspired MaryJanes and elegant satin flats, there’s a shoe to suit every bride, and their chic clutches can even be dyed to suit your wedding theme.

Browse the whole collection at pinkparadoxshoes.com and enter at loveourwedding mag.com.

LASER-CUT PLACE NAMES FROM ETCH’D With a unique take on wedding stationery that goes beyond the traditional, Etch’d use a state-of-the-art laser to work with card stock, wood and more, to craft exclusive pieces that will truly set your special day apart. Etch’d are giving away up to 100 laser-cut wooden place name settings worth £300, which double up as fantastic favours for your guests as a long-lasting memento of your big day. Find out TERMS AND CONDITIONS * To use the code ‘loveourwedding’ to receive 15% off. Code valid more at getetchd.com and enter the competition at loveourweddingmag.com.

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A CASABLANCA WEDDING DRESS Established in 1977, Casablanca Bridal have become famous for their incredible wedding dresses that combine luxurious fabrics, on-trend cuts, soft colour palettes and delicate sparkling embellishments for gowns. These combine to guarantee any bride who wears them will feel amazing on her wedding day – and that someone could be you! One lucky bride will win a Casablanca wedding dress of her choice worth up to a whopping £3,000, including the fabulous new Villa del Sol collection for SS18! See the full range at casablancabridal.com and enter at loveourweddingmag.com.

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PERFECT ED SHEERAN

SWEET CREATURE HARRY STYLES

GOD ONLY KNOWS JOHN LEGEND

MEANT TO BE STANAJ

HELIUM SIA

MIDNIGHT JESSIE WARE

SAY YOU WON’T LET GO JAMES ARTHUR

MALIBU MILEY CYRUS

SOMETHING JUST LIKE THIS THE CHAINSMOKERS FEAT. COLDPLAY

HOW WOULD YOU FEEL? (PAEAN) ED SHEERAN

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FIR S T DANCE

FLOORFILLERS DESPACITO LUIS FONSI FEAT. DADDY YANKEE

HAVANA CAMILA CABELLO FEAT. YOUNG THUG

SYMPHONY CLEAN BANDIT FEAT. ZARA LARSSON

THERE’S NOTHING HOLDIN’ ME BACK SHAWN MENDES

GALWAY GIRL ED SHEERAN

RITA ORA YOUR SONG

CAME HERE FOR LOVE SIGALA FEAT. ELLA EYRE

PLACES MARTIN SOLVEIG

MORE THAN FRIENDS JAMES HYPE FEAT. KELLI-LEIGH

TOUCH LITTLE MIX

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getting the wedding date sorted and your wedding venue booked in. Be sure to check availability with VIPs such as parents, bridesmaids and groomsmen before making any decisions on date, but prepare for the fact that some of your other guests simply may not be able to attend, even with six months’ notice.

When it comes to the venue, you may want to consider a wedding package you’re in a financial position to put deposits down as soon that includes elements such as the catering, drinks, as you can. You may even have to take time off work to flowers and decorations to get venue visits and suppliers’ keep your planning simple.

We’re not saying that you meetings done quickly, but can’t put together an entirely the sooner you can tick the DIY day, but it’s likely to be a big things off your list, the lot more stressful this way! less stressful the rest of the planning process will be.

SEND OUT YOUR INVITATIONS ASAP GET A WEDDING DATE Once you’ve got the date in AND VENUE EARLY place, give your guests as The two big decisions you’ll much notice as possible to have to make early on are

H OW TO P L A N A

Whirlwind

WEDDING Tying the knot in six months or less? Never fear, it can be done!

Here are our top tips for planning a last-minute wedding…

USE YOUR TIME WISELY You don’t have months (or even years) to make wedding decisions, so you’ll need to start quick in the first month or two of planning to get

important suppliers sorted early. Discuss your priorities with your fiancé to ensure you’re both thinking alike when it comes to the feel of your big day, and ensure that

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While difficult, you can’t be too much of a perfectionist with getting intricate custom save the dates made if you’re on a short timescale. The important thing is getting the word out quickly so that your guests have the date in their diary. Either send simple DIY save the dates (or even drop your guests a text or email) and then follow up with more customised invitations at a later date, or skip save the dates altogether and have your invitations sent out as soon as possible after the date is confirmed.

BE SMART ABOUT DRESS SHOPPING Although we usually advise dress shopping a year in advance of your big day, that doesn’t mean you should give up on your dream dress if you have half the amount of time! If you know you want a specific style (or you want as many options open to you as possible), then do your dress shopping six months ahead of time, because this is how long it takes

DELEGATE TO YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY Once you have the big things ticked off your list

DELAY THE HONEYMOON Although you may be tempted to plan your honeymoon at the same time as the wedding, we recommend putting this on hold until after the big day.

It’s not a necessity to go on honeymoon immediately after getting married, and delaying it will both save you the time and stress of planning a separate event, and give you time to recover financially after your wedding day. If you have your heart set on getting away immediately,

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to order a gown in. Some designers also offer rush options for an extra fee, so be sure to ask your boutique about this if time is of the essence. If you have less than six months to go or you’re on a tighter budget, then keep an eye out for sample sales and trunk shows, which usually involve you taking the dress away on the day.

(things such as the venue, catering, photographer and accommodation), then you can relax a little. Ask friends and family to help you with the details such as stationery, favours and décor – this can either mean researching on your behalf or helping you to blitz through a session of DIY creativity. If you’re on a tight budget for flowers or can’t find a florist for your date, then visit a flower farm or market and have people help you to put together arrangements a day or two before the wedding. Ask around to see if any budding bakers would be willing to help you with a cake, or make jam or chutney favours for your guests.

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then you could always arrange a short minimoon for after the wedding and plan your main honeymoon at a later date.

DON’T FORGET TO GIVE NOTICE! Anyone who’s watched Don’t Tell The Bride will know how a time-crunch can interfere with the legalities of tying the knot! Wherever you’re marrying, you’ll need to give at least 28 days notice at your local register office for your ceremony to be legally recognised. If you’re having a Church of England or Catholic wedding, then your church may ask for up to three months’ notice to read your banns.

REMEMBER TO BE FLEXIBLE When planning a last-minute wedding, you’ll have to be flexible and prioritise.

Many of your preferred suppliers may be booked up by the time you contact them, or you might find that you can’t tie the knot on your dream date. Some of your guests may already have plans such as holidays, and will be unable to attend. If you stick to a rigid idea of your dream wedding and then find that you can’t achieve it in your time-frame, then you’ll just end up being disappointed.

However, if you’re prepared to be flexible with your choices and put in the research, then we guarantee that you can plan an incredible day in six months or less. Not only will you be able to take advantage of fantastic last-minute deals and discounts, but you’ll also be committing yourself to the person you love that much quicker – and that’s what it’s all about!

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Start a ‘late availability’ search Large wedding venue sites may have a dedicated ‘late availability’ section where wedding venues with last-minute availability will be promoting themselves. Do a search near you, so that you know what is available.

Book a mid-week date If all of the best wedding dates have already been taken at your dream wedding venue, consider choosing a mid-week wedding date.You’ll still receive the same exact service as you would by opting for a weekend date, but you’re more likely to secure a date sooner rather than later if you pick a mid-week wedding.

Seek planning advice If you’re worried that you wont get everything planned in time, speak to venues in regards to the planning support they offer.Venues with years’ worth of experience may be able to offer you the guidance you need in order to successfully plan your big day in no time.

Consider a winter wedding Summer wedding dates continue to be popular – some things will never change! – but if you’d consider a winter wedding, you may find better availability at the wedding venue of your dreams.

Say ‘I Do’ on a Sunday If all of the popular Saturday dates have already been taken at your dream venue, consider opting for a Sunday wedding. Sunday weddings are becoming increasingly popular and may even offer you a better rate than a last-minute Saturday event would.

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 bijouweddingvenues.co.uk or call 0345 130 9966 to book your perfect day with Bijou!

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Planet Weddings WILL OUR MARRIAGE BE LEGALLY RECOGNISED IN THE UK? Yes, it will – nothing to worry about, there!

WILL WE GET AN OFFICIAL MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE? When you book with us, your wedding cost includes the issue of a copy of your marriage certificate (translated in English). At some destinations, marriage certificates are not issued immediately after your wedding and may not be ready to take back with you before you return home, in which case we will forward the documents to you.

HOW SOON DO WE NEED TO BOOK? The notice is governed by how long it takes to

We ask Planet Weddings some of the FAQs newly engaged couples have about getting married abroad process the paperwork at your chosen wedding destination. Since this varies from country to country, specific information on when we need to receive your documentation is listed on our website.

Notice periods range from at least four weeks prior to your wedding in Cyprus to between 10 and 12 weeks prior to your wedding in Malta and Gozo.

CAN WE REQUEST A SPECIFIC DATE AND TIME FOR OUR WEDDING? We shall discuss this with you at the time of your

enquiry and/or booking, but unlike other companies, we will always confirm the date of your wedding prior to departure.

CAN WE CHOOSE ANY STYLE OF WEDDING OUTFIT WE WANT? All couples have very personal views on their wedding outfits. Our best advice to you is to consider a comfortable attire suited to the climate of your wedding destination.

Lightweight, natural fabrics are highly recommended, and fashions for overseas weddings tend to be more

casual than traditional British weddings. When choosing your outfit, however, please bear in mind your chosen wedding venue – Bermuda shorts simply won’t do if you have opted for a religious ceremony! We’re happy to give all our couples further advice if they get in touch.

DO WE NEED TO ORGANISE ‘WITNESSES’ FOR OUR CEREMONY? Two witnesses are necessary for all types of weddings, but if you do not have any guests attending your overseas wedding, our Wedding Coordinators at your resort will be honoured to act as your witnesses on the day.

Visit planetweddings.co.uk to book your wedding overseas.

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VINTAGE CHIC WEDDING FAIR 25TH FEBRUARY The Royal Pump Rooms, Leamington Spa. vintagechicweddingfair. co.uk CAPTIVATING EVENTS 25TH FEBRUARY The Surrey Countryside Wedding Show, The Mercure Buford Bridge Hotel, Box Hill, Dorking, Surrey. captivatingevents.co.uk

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