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EDITOR’S CHOICE
Editor’s Choice Finishing touches will really make your big day seem personal and quirky... think different throughout the day and ensure your accessories, tables, favours and attendants all reflect your personal style... here are our top finds!
JUST Signed Wedding Plate
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Rather than a guest book, why not consider asking your guests to sign your wedding plate instead?
Why not
Little Willow Designs will paint on your custom design and fire your plate before sending it to you with autograph pens for your guests to sign at your wedding. Then, simply bake your autographed plate at home to seal on your use design and you’ll have a keepsake that’s just perfect for your dresser!
Diamonds Image: Couture Cakes
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“Swarovski scatter crystals for your reception tables... a glittering touch of luxury...!”
Divine dresses! We love Linea Raffaelli’s range of opulent, wedding gowns! Inspired by renaissence style, you can view the collection and 1,000s of others online by visiting www.UKbride.co.uk.
Use Rose Bunches Tightly budded of roses look great when used in a hand-tied posy. For floral themes and ideas check out the Plants & Flowers Association’s www.flowers.org.uk
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DRESSES
When choosing your dress, don’t shop blind… do your research on our wedding dress pages and on sites like www.UKbride.co.uk, which has a searchable library of thousands of wedding dresses. Have a rough idea of what you’re looking for but be willing to deviate – a dress that looks great on a magazine model may not suit if you’ve a different stature, bust or complexion. Don’t take an entourage wedding dress shopping several friends and mums
will inevitably like different dresses – one friend whom you can trust to give you honest feedback is enough! Ensure your budget takes account of alterations and never buy a smaller dress that you intend to slim into. Choose a gown that flatters your body Practise walking not only in your bridal shoes but your dress too, and use sandpaper to slightly scuff the soles of your shoes to provide good grip.
DRESSES TO IMPRESS Sassi Holford
Find the wedding gown of your dreams with pages and pages of beautiful dresses from leading European designers...
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What is love... The answers are endless Each of us have our own reasons why we are drawn to each other It’s like trying to explain why we breathe – We just do...
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SHOES & TIARAS
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SHOES & TIARAS
Tiara Store
Editor’s Choice
Posh Pins Benjamin Adams
Annie Laurie
“Don’t forget, you can have your bridesmaids’ shoes dyed to match your colour scheme...!” Fiona White, Editor, www.UKbride.co.uk Gabriella & Lucido Rainbow
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Choose your tiara after your dress, and decide how you’ll style your hair on the day. Try to match some of the detailing in your dress. Consider antique as well as new tiaras - they make a lovely ‘something old’.
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BRIDESMAIDS
Kelsey Rose
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Anna Bridalwear
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Beautiful
MAIDS Your bridesmaids will play an important part in making your wedding day special, and their bridal gowns are a great way to express your chosen highlight colour...
Anna Bridalwear
Orchid Bridalwear
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Stevies Kelsey Rose
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LINGERIE
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Lingerie www.puddinglingerie.com
Beautiful lingerie will give your tired groom an extra treat on your wedding night! Here are Helen Masters’ of Pudding Lingerie top tips when shopping for bridal lingerie… n Have a fitting at a specialist lingerie shop; many women are not wearing the correct bra size and now is the time to get it right. n Choose something you will wear again. Bridal lingerie needn’t be worn just once! n Have a dress fitting in your chosen lingerie - the fit may be altered by the underwear.
www.lucette.co.uk
dress, start to have a look for your underwear.
n Consider extra touches like suspender belts, bustiers, and garters - these finishing touches can really Make your transform and spice-up your underwear!
Wedding Night even more special!
n Allow plenty of time – as soon as you have chosen your
n Consider the time of year – basques can be gorgeous but may be too hot in summer.
n The most popular options are baby doll Lingerie with feathered shawl, bustier & panty set and silk night-gown.
www.chantelle.com
Editor’s Choice
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JF Design Studio Clothes to inspire Day Wear Evening Wear 4 Charles St, Worcester, Worcestershire WR1 2AQ
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SHE DEVIL Distinctive Ladies’ Wear
We have one of the largest collections of Mother of the Bride and Groom outfits in the Midlands Tel:
01782 710998 2-4 High Street, May Bank, Newcastle, Staffs
www.shedevilclothing.co.uk Monday–Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm • Open Sunday 11.00am - 3.00pm
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MOTHER OF THE BRIDE
Coterie
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MUM’S
THE WORD Make sure mum looks (almost) as good as the Bride, with our selection of Mother of the Bride outfits with matching hats, fascinators and designer hairstyles...
Coterie
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MOTHER OF THE BRIDE
Peter Martin
John Charles
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MOTHER OF THE BRIDE
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Chat to other brides-to-be on-line now! Exchange tips & ideas and join in the fun on our forum! Meet others brides planning their wedding to exchange gossip and ideas... Our wedding forum is fun and free for all. Join in now, only at UKbride.co.uk!
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HATS
Using your
Head
There’s no better way to set off a Mother of the Bride outfit than with an elegant hat or fascinator... our selection from national consortium of milliners Get Ahead Hats aims to eschew the traditional hat in favour of dramatic, contemporary designs...
LOVE MILLINERY
“To be on the safe side, allow 8-12 weeks for your bespoke hat to be made” For contact details see our Directory on page 128.
Fiona White, Editor. www.UKbride.co.uk
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CHRISTIAN MARRIAGES
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the UK’s 60,975,000 population is Church of England Christianity, with over 22% of the population declaring themselves a member of the C of E denomination, in the most recent national census. In marriage terms that relates to over 250,000 Church of England marriages each year, of which 40% take place in church. But these days, it’s even easier to marry in a church of your choice following Marriage Measure and Marriage Law Review. The review is the result of a working group established by the Archbishop’s Council in 2002 which addressed the process of calling banns in church and relaxed the limitations of where couples may marry. From the 1st October 2008 couples have been able to marry in a church which has a special significance to them rather than in a parish church within the parish where either the bride or groom is resident.
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Now, couples can choose to marry in a church if they can demonstrate a Qualifying Connection - that is, if the bride or groom was baptised, confirmed or if they habitually worship in that church, or if the person has had their usual place of residence in the parish of a particular church for at least six months. Couples can also chose to marry in a church if their parents or grandparents live or have lived in the parish in question or have habitually attended worship there. In order to comply with UK civil and church law, banns - an announcement of your intention to marry - must be read in the church in which you plan to marry, on three Sundays, usually but not necessarily consecutively.
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Those over the age of 16 may marry civil ceremony to a person with those aged under 18, requiring authorised to conduct weddings parental consent, and the time of within that district. your wedding must take place In terms of religious implications, the between 8am and 6pm on any day Bible compares the love between a wedding rehearsals take place couple as the love that Jesus had outside these for his times in order “Church weddings remain disciples. that the popular with couples, ‘practice run’ Jesus isn’t but recent changes in synod expressed rendered love as law mean couples now have a his legally uncondibinding! much wider choice of where tional, hence the words in they choose to marry...” In the the marriage Catholic faith, Fiona White, Editor, www.UKbride.co.uk ceremony; arrange‘for better or ments for worse, richer or poorer, in sickness marriage are usually made through and in health’. These words have the priest in the parish where you been part of the Christian live or the bride’s parish in order to marriage ceremony since the 1550s. arrange a date. Couples should have a baptism certificate, confirmaChristians believe that marriage is tion certificate or letter of freedom the appropriate relationship in which stating that they have not to share a life together, raise a been married before. family, make love and make a life-long commitment to one another.
If your partner is not Catholic themselves, proof of freedom may be presented in the form of a letter from a minister, parent or an affidavit from a solicitor.
Couples often feel a greater affinity to the Church once they begin their wedding planning and are able to enrol on both pre-wedding ‘boot camp’ In each case, the priest acts as a courses which aim to strengthen civil registrar and registers the the bond between the couple by marriage. exploring the role of Civil ceremonies, marriage in a Christian conversely, require context, and the couples to give a Alpha Course, an notice to marry at oportunity to their local explore the Wedding rings are worn on the registration Christian faith third finger of the left hand office, regardless and other because the Romans believed of the destination religions in a that a vein ran directly of their intended relaxed ‘non-dogfrom this finger to marriage and require matic’ way over ten the heart. the superintendent thought-provoking registrar’s permission weekly sessions, with an to marry. The registrar will then optional day or weekend away; issue the relevant documentation see www.uk.alpha.org for which must be presented at your further details.
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FACTS AND FIGURES MARRIAGE IN NUMBERS There are 60,000,000 people in the UK of which 48% are Christians... and there are 1,600 churches in England. There are 250,000 Christian marriages each year of which 180,000 are first marriages and 126,000 are re-marriages. Marriage rates were at their peak in 1975 with 471,000 marriages... but a shocking 146% increase in the divorce rate during that decade too! The number of divorces between this decade and the last fell by 8% since 2000 meaning that more marriages are succeeding in the new millennium. For every 100 unmarried people in the UK there are 111 married people. In the 21st century, most divorces occurred after approximately 11 years of marriage, with over a fifth of marriages lasting 20-30 years.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE
WEDDING RING The cyclical and therefore unbroken nature of the ring in a Christian marriage ceremony represents the unending commitment of marriage. However, despite the popularity of ring blessings and exchanges during Christian wedding ceremonies, there is no actual Biblical requirement that a bride and groom must exchange rings to seal their union.
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FAITH office and have their parents’ Ketubah (‘banns’) with you.
bride-to-be, and the presence of two witnesses.
You may also be asked to sign a Get in case of future divorce, allowing you to remarry in the eyes of God. On the Sabbath before the wedding, the groom will be called up for a reading of the Law whilst the bride may have to visit the Mikvah or ritual bathouse, according to the branch of judaism.
The Muslim wedding ceremony is known as Nikah, and normally consists of the Qur’an and an exchange of vows in front of witnesses. No special religious official is necessary as Muslim weddings are a celebration more than anything, and may last for several days, with great celebration and revelry.
SIKHISM Translating as ‘The Union of Two Souls’, the Sikh wedding ceremony is known as Anand Karaj.
It is a joyous and festive event which is very family orientated and informal in it's 0.5% of the UK population is Jewish, atmosphere. 2.7% belong to the Islamic faith and Sikh marriages 0.6% of the population are Sikhs. are usually Hindus, meanwhile, account for 1% of the UK population. arranged with Source: Census 2001. families acting as an introduction service.
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JUDAISM Historically, Judaism was one of the first religions to believe in just one God, with a series of scrolls, the Torah, recording Jewish faith. A Jewish marriage may take place on any day except the Jewish Sabbath, Saturday. There are no specific dress requirements and the four main branches of the Jewish faith; Orthodox, Reform, Conservative or Masorti and Liberal have their own individual practices, regarding weddings. In the UK, the legal requirements for a Jewish wedding are tantamount to those of a civil marriage, but those wishing to marry in a synagogue must either prove to the superintendent registrar that it is their usual place of worship or, if there is no synagogue in the registration district in which you live, you may ask to be married at your nearest synagogue subject to its secretary. At least three months before the wedding couples need to be registered with the Chief Rabbi’s
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The Ketubah, or Jewish marriage contract, is signed before the ceremony itself, and occasionally, a Bedecken veiling ceremony may take place before the accompanied bride and her groom walk around the Chupa, or marriage canopy. The end of the ceremony is marked with the breaking of a glass under the groom’s foot – often, it is joked, the last time a Jewish husband gets to put his foot down!
ISLAM In Islam, it’s considered a religious duty and social necessity to marry, and ceremonies are typically a good deal longer than those of the Christian faith. For an Islamic wedding to be valid, certain conditions must be met, namely the consent of both parties, a Mahr or gift from the groom to his
FACTS
Kirtan, the singing of hymns, takes place before formal prayer,
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FAITH
Matters of
FAITH known as Ardas, and the joining of the bride and groom with a sash, the Palla. Next, in a rite known as the Laava, the bride and groom walk around the Guru Granth Sahib four times, and the parents of the couple bless the newly weds with a Sagaan before Kara Prashad, a blessed sweet pudding, is served.
HINDUISM Traditionally performed in Sanskrit, with sacraments or Sanskars, known as Vivah Sanskar performed at the temple. Precise details of the ceremony vary from region to region.
Each faith has its own set of traditions, values and rituals. We explore some of the different religions and their rites...
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RECEPTIONS
Welcoming Receptions Host a stunning wedding reception to celebrate the beginning of your life together as a married couple...
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wonderful wedding reception, there’s no one-size fits all solution. Our top tips will help you to create a winning memorable reception...
The Fundementals There are many ways to syle a venue in terms of colour, table dressings and the food you choose... but you can’t change the style, size or location of same.
Make It Your Own No wedding should be impersonal - name your tables after your favourite films or bands, or memorable places you’ve visited. Search the internet for favours that suit the theme of your wedding, use photographs of yourselves to create table cards or get into the kitchen to bake cookie favours with your guests’ names iced onto them.
Find The Perfect Reception Venue
Candles, flowers, crystals and favours can all Search for the best make your venues near you at wedding tables www.ukbride.co.uk look individual so now! exploit the opportunity to make your wedding individual here more than anywhere else. Chose a venue which suits the size of your event, and the style. You may not have a clear idea of what you want from a reception but you’ll know roughly the style or scale of your wedding.
Fun for Everyone
Do dine or stay at your chosen venue too to accurately assess how happy you’ll be hosting your reception there.
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Investing in children’s party bags of favours will lessen the impact of excited children at your reception give them things to play with such as colouring books and (quiet!) games.
Essential Contacts
Where to Buy Children’s Favours: www.allaboutpartybags.co.uk www.doodlendine.com www.monsterparties.co.uk General Table Favours: www.aweddinglessordinary.co.uk www.cherryblossomfavours.com www.idoweddingfavours.co.uk www.lovelyfavours.co.uk www.madideas.co.uk www.thelastdetail.co.uk www.ukweddingfavours.com www.uniqueweddingfavours.co.uk www.weddingstudiodirect.co.uk Swarovski Crystals to scatter: www.couture-cakes.co.uk/ swarovskicrystal Tablewear: www.pressies4princesses.co.uk Toastmasters: www.southeasttoastmasters.co.uk www.guildoftoastmasters.co.uk Wedding Calligraphy: www.wedding-calligrapher.com
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CHOCOLATE FOUNTAINS ARE AND INDULGENT AND FUN RECEPTION IDEA...!
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Planning Your Tables When planning your tables, the Bride and Groom sit beside each other with (working outwards) the bride’s parents, groom’s parents, bridesmaids, best man and usher beside them. Planning the other tables is complicated, so use the free table planning software available online at www.UKbride.co.uk.
Should We Hire A...
Toastmaster? To enable you to sit and enjoy the reception without having the worry of wondering what comes where and when, book a toastmaster. Toastmasters liaise with the caterers and photographers at your reception on your behalf and will introduce guests, announce speeches and organise any presentations that may be required.
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Married At The Manor This lovely, ŝŶƟŵĂƚĞ and warm 250 year old house with walled garden and koi pool makes the ideal ƐĞƫŶŐ for that special wedding, where you can celebrate with friends and family.
The Hall seats up to 100 guests. 12 guest rooms and civil ceremony licence there is no need to move. Under the personal supervision of the owners, Ann and Peter Wright The Manor oīers a relaxed very personal service where every couple is unique. Choose from popular inclusive package designed to cover all those hidden extras or a bespoke tailor made day. Either way like many before you, you will come to love the Manor for the part it plays in your life.
Just a phone call away 01538 753450 ask for Peter or Ann info@themanorcheadle.co.uk www.themanorcheadle.co.uk The Manor, W Z aƩ Place, Cheadle. ST10 1N
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K . B . CATERING The Birche, licensed for Civil Weddings and catering for up to 150 people • Tailor-made Menus • Specialists in outside Catering • Dinner/Cocktail Parties • Licenced bar’s • Weddings • Corporate Functions • Please call to discuss your individual requirements on .....
01886 812251 or 0780 1699597
www.kbcatering.co.uk Lowhill House, Spetchley, Worcester WR7 4QR
email: kit.bamford@virgin.net
Civil Ceremonies Receptions Blessings Partnership Ceremonies Renewal of Vows
Exclusively Yours Luxurious Accommodation Bridal Suite Idyllic Location Seating from 9-90
“When will you discover Herefordshire’s best kept secret?” Tel: 01989 750138 Fax: 01989 750158 email: post@parkfields.co.uk www.parkfields.co.uk Pontshill, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire HR9 5TH
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Are you looking for Edwardian grandeur in a majestic setting?
Whitney Court is all this and more. It’s a delightful, privately owned Edwardian manor house with outstanding views of the Wye Valley. Your wedding guests will recall the warmth of a lost era with original oak-panelled halls, richly tiled fireplaces, grand bedrooms to sleep 20 and cascading lawns. So the rest is up to you! LICENSED FOR CIVIL WEDDINGS To arrange a viewing please contact Janet Jones on:
01544 327278, 01497 831213 or 01588 674039 www.whitney-court.co.uk
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Ingestre Hall
ngestre Hall is a magnificent 16th Century Rose Brick Jacobean mansion house, former home to the Earl of Shrewsbury. Set in 27 acres of Staffordshire countryside with Capability Brown landscaped gardens surrounding the house, this wonderful setting is the ideal location for your special day. Our flexible approach enables Whilst at Ingestre you have sole you to create your vision your occupancy of the Hall & grounds, way. We will ensure your including the Great Hall, Yellow wedding day is a unique and Room & Red Room for the entire unforgettable occasion. duration of your function.
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Telephone: 01889 270225 Email:enquiries@ingestrehall.lea.sandwell.net
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Old Rectory Hotel
Exclusive, individually designed wedding receptions Licensed for all Civil Services Ipsley Lane, Ipsley, Reddich. B98 0AP Tel: 01527 523000 www.theoldrectory-hotel.co.uk
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This 17th Century Country Cottage is set in 2 acres of its own gardens and woodlands with spectacular views of the Malvern Hills. As you enter the drive with the woodlands to one side you are entering your own world for your special day. We are licensed to cater for Civil Wedding Ceremonies with a maximum of thirty people in any one room. Our AA award winning chef has produced a variety of Wedding breakfast menus to suit most tastes. We are able to cater for a maximum of 35 people in our restaurants or for larger numbers up to 150, a marquee on our front lawn is a perfect setting.
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Ardencote Manor near Warwick is a privately owned 4 star hotel set in an 83 acre estate of landscaped grounds and gardens. We offer elegant surroundings, superb catering and the highest standards of service with that personal touch from experienced staff, ensuring your special day is perfect and one to cherish. For further details view our website
www.ardencote.com or to request a copy of our Wedding Brochure or a showround, please contact our Wedding Co-ordinator E mail weddings @ardencote.com
Ardencote Manor Hotel, Country Club & Spa, The Cumsey, Lye Green Road, Claverdon, Near Warwick CV35 8LT Hotel Tel: +44 (0)1926 843111 Hotel Fax: +44 (0)1926 842646 Hotel Email: hotel@ardencote.com
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DIGLIS HOUSE HOTEL This Gracious 18th Century House on the banks of the River Severn is the perfect setting for your Wedding Parties up to 200 catered for in our new banqueting suite. We have a comprehensive range of Menus to suit all tastes and all always happy to tailor our services to your personal preferences. Our friendly staff are dedicated to making your special day a memorable one. Licensed for Civil Ceremonies.
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For stockists and suppliers see our Directory on page 128.
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Make your wedding special and leave it to us! The
Meynell
The Meynell can cater for Civil Ceremonies and Wedding receptions from 20 to 180 people. Set in beautiful Staffordshire countryside close to Burton-on-Trent and Hoar Cross Hall you can choose from our Marquee set on the courtyard, the award winning Deerpark Restaurant or for a more relaxed atmosphere, Sam's Bar in the courtyard.
The Meynell Ingram Arms, Abbots Bromley Road, Hoar Cross, Burton-on-Trent DE13 8RB
Tel: 01283 575202 Fax: 01283 575888 E: info@themeynell.co.uk W: www.themeynell.co.uk
Specialist Outside Caterers For Wedding Receptions, Private Parties, Dinners and Corporate Events Whether your event is to be held in a marquee, village hall or a venue of your choice Any Numbers – Anywhere Our Company’s policy is to provide a service that is beyond the expectations of our customer and give our clients a day to remember.
The Fox Complex, Severn Road, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7AZ T: 01938 553366 F: 01938 54824 E: jennymorris2@msn.com
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BEST WESTERN
The Weston Hall Hotel
Set in 280 acres of stunning lakes & parkland, Drayton Manor caters for wedding parties of every size, taking care of all details so you can relax & enjoy your special day. For details, call the Banqueting Secretary on 01827 252408 or email banqueting@draytonmanor.co.uk Tamworth, Staffordshire B78 3TW
www.draytonmanor.co.uk
NEWLY REFURBISHED ROOMS
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Our specialist wedding team welcome you to Best Western Weston Hall Hotel for the most magical day of your life. We have many years of wedding planning behind us and we pride ourselves in the tailored service we provide to our many brides and grooms. Our Elizabethan manor house provide an impressive backdrop for those all important pictures. The manicured lawns are ideal for a drinks reception as well as somewhere for the younger guests to enjoy a run around.
Weston Lane | Bulkington | Warwickshire | CV12 9RU Tel 02476 312989 Web www.westonhallhotel.co.uk Email info@westonhallhotel.co.uk
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The Old Court is full of character for your wedding Catering for the smallest weddings up to 125 we can ensure your every need. We are licensed for Civil ceremonies as well as the perfect place for photos and a reception. With the owner being the wedding co-ordinator you are guaranteed to get the best possible service. All wedding prices include Free function room hire, Free Linen including chair covers and a Free nights stay on your 1st Anniversary. All weddings are subject to Terms & Conditions.
Phone or email for a wedding brochure on
01600 890367 or Victoria@oldcourthotel.co.uk Old Court Hotel & Dining Room Symonds Yat West, Whitchurch, Herefordshire. HR9 6DA (Symonds Yat West, 30 seconds off the A40 between Ross on Wye & Monmouth)
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Weddings at Weston Hall The history and charm of Weston Hall provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding celebrations. From a small reception to a large wedding breakfast and buffet, we can provide the ambience to make your day special. Licenced for civil ceremonies, Weston Hall has two suites available for wedding celebrations, as well as the intimate setting of the Alexander Restaurant. Our dedicated team will guide you through every aspect of planning your wedding, and will be happy to offer suggestions to help make your day perfect. To fully appreciate the character and location of Weston Hall, we would be delighted to arrange an appointment to show you round and discuss your requirements in detail.
Tel: 01889 271700 Weston Hall, Weston Bank, Nr Stafford, Staffs. ST18 0BA
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MARQUEES
MARQUEE Receptions Marquee weddings are practical and versatile… but take considerable organising and a little technical know-how on behalf of your chosen contractor…
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arquee weddings create
versatile and unique wedding reception venues and have become infinitely more user-friendly over recent years, with modern marquees boasting silk lining, heating and lighting, and of course, the option
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to be sited almost anywhere with enough space. Siting a marquee can be a tricky business which means liaising with a specialist supplier who can turn your brief into a success no matter which complications arise.
Thankfully, many suppliers, particularly larger ones, can also provide heating and lighting, dance floors, convenience hire and even outside catering to ensure that organising your reception is as hassle-free as possible. Suppliers of your marquee will typically recommend either a frame tent or traditional pole marquee. Aluminium frame tents are more stable in poor weather and tend to be warmer with less ventilation, whilst canvas pole marquees tend to be ideal in the summer with better airflow. In the first instance, provide your supplier with as much information about your site as possible – they won’t expect accurate measurements and technical information but the more you can tell them the better. Book your marquee after booking
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MARQUEES
Marquee Checklist What to Consider When You Approach Your Supplier n How large is your ground? Not just for your reception itself but car parking and access? n How level is the ground and how quickly does it drain? IMAGES: JOCASTA’S
n How accessible is the site, not just to cars, but to contractors’ larger lorries? Will you need a trackway or temporary roadway? n Does your chosen site have a water and electricity supply? Can your contractor supply a bowser or generator?
Find A Marquee Supplier! the church but work two years in advance, longer for larger marquees, and give your supplier as close an estimate as possible regarding guest numbers.
See www.UKbride.co.uk to find your local specialist!
drinks without too much An on-site meeting will establish ‘congestion’, plus additional space the size, shape and layout of your for ‘reveals’ - hidden areas of your reception, but generally your marreception like your cake or band. quee should include a Don’t forget to reception area, budget this for greeting space in your guests, and to initial cost function as an considerations, additional room and give your to separate your potential dining room suppliers as from the much elements Fiona White, Editor, information as outside for www.UKbride.co.uk possible about extra warmth. your needs to You should also create accurate, budget considerable space for a like-for-like quotes that you dance floor, bar area that can accompare, thus preventing your commodate those queuing for paying over the odds!
“Marquee weddings are great when you want to create a plush, bespoke reception.”
n Does your contractor have convenience hire facilities? n Who will provide your outside catering? n Will your installation be affected by the weather?
And Now for Something
Completely Different...
The Arabian Tent Company specialises in creating ‘Bombay Boudoirs’. “Thousands of mirrors sewn into the walls and ceiling combine with pink and orange interior to create a giant glitter-ball when the disco lights come on – it’s a unique experience!” says designer Katherine Hudson. See www.arabiantents.com for more information.
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‘We pride ourselves on providing a high standard service with a personal touch.’
All our units are self-contained, delivered by four-wheel drive vehicles and are complete with: • Fitted Carpets • Hot Water • Full-length Mirrors • Background Music • Automatic Air Fresheners • Gold & Mahogany fittings
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Charles Wall - 07970 104359 Becky Wall - 07970 212189 Yew Tree Farm, Ruckhall, Eaton Bishop, Herefordshire HR2 9QX
www.aplushflush.com
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Marquees with distinction
• Wedding & Corporate Specialists • Marquees/Linings • Furniture • Special Effect Lighting/ Chandeliers • Flooring/carpets • Heating • Licensed Bar • Luxury Toilets • Personal Service • Free Site Survey
01527 821988 Becks Farmhouse, School Road, Hanbury. WR9 7EA
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Wedding exhibitions and fayres are a great way to find ideas, meet like-minded brides and grill businesses about the services they offer SUNDAY 22ND MARCH 2009 DUDLEY VILLAGE & HOTEL WEDDING FAYRE Wedding Open Day 22nd March 2009, 11.00am – 3.00pm. The Wedding Co-ordinator will be on hand to answer all your questions. Includes a fashion show.
CASTLEGATE PARK, BIRMINGHAM ROAD, DUDLEY DY1 4TB - www.village-hotels.co.uk
TEL: 01384 216610
26TH APRIL 2009 THE INN ON THE WYE WEDDING FAYRE Find everything you need for your special day under one roof. Why not make a day of it and join us for a Sunday roast lunch next to the river.
KERNE BRIDGE, NR GOODRICH, ROSS-ON-WYE, HERE HR9 5QT - www.thewyeinn.co.uk
TEL: 01600 890872
26TH APRIL 2009 ETTINGTON CHASE WEDDING OPEN DAY Ettington Chase are hosting a Wedding Open Day on Sunday 26th April from 11am – 3pm. With a Bridal Fashion show at 12pm and 2pm. Enjoy complimentary Champagne on arrival. Free Admission
BANBURY ROAD, ETTINGTON, STRATFORD UPON AVON CV37 7NZ - www.principal-hayley.com
TEL: 01789 740000
7TH JUNE & 27TH SEPTEMBER 2009 STONE HOUSE HOTEL WEDDING FAYRE Civil ceremonies, wedding receptions upto 120 guests, beautiful gardens, dedicated support, tailor made packages, complimentary bridal suite, discounted guest accommodation. We invite you to view this attractive wedding venue.
STAFFORD ROAD, STONE, STAFFS ST15 0BQ - www.oxfordhotelsandinns.com
TEL: 01785 815531
SUNDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER 2009, 1PM – 4PM SWINFEN HALL HOTEL WEDDING FAYRE Swinfen Hall Hotel is a 250 year old, grade II listed Georgian manor house with 100 acres of parkland. It is the only hotel in the region with 4 red AA star Inspector’s Choice award.
SWINFEN, NR LICHFIELD, STAFFS, WS14 9RE - www.swinfenhallhotel.co.uk
TEL: 01543 481494
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009 – date to be confirmed LORD LEYCESTER HOTEL WEDDING FAYRE Local exhibitors will be available to help with your special day. Champagne and canapes on arrival. Discounts available on the day. Licensed for Civil ceremonies. Complimentary bridal suite available.
17-19 JURY STREET, WARWICK CV34 4EJ - www.lord-leycester.co.uk
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EXHIBITIONS Wedding fayres are a great way to source products, services and ideas, as well as spending time with your intended in order to discuss plans for your special day.
you’ve a notepad to take down details of suppliers and make a note of prices, and a digital camera to capture images of products, favours and colours you like.
The most obvious benefit of attending a wedding exhibition, though, is to sample venues’ hospitality and meet face-to-face the businesses vying to offer you their services.
Attending as many events as possible during your planning will not only help to ease the planning of your wedding, but will prove a great way of indulging your tendency to day dream about all the elements of your wedding gradually coming together!
There’s also something about seeing a dress on a model which is so much more lucid than brochure images or gowns on hangers. Make the most of the wedding fayres you attend by ensuring
We’ve compiled a list of exhibitions across Lincolnshire here. For additional events and up to date info, see www.ukbride.co.uk and click on Wedding Exhibitions.
4TH OCTOBER 2009 WEDDING FAYRE AT ARDENCOTE MANOR HOTEL COUNTRY CLUB & SPA Ardencote Manor Hotel, Warwick offers elegant surroundings, superb catering and the highest standard of service with that personal touch from experienced staff, ensuring your special day is perfect and one to cherish.
THE CUMSEY, LYE GREEN ROAD, CLAVERDON, WARWICK CV35 8LT - www.ardencote.com
TEL: 01926 843111
SUNDAY 18TH OCTOBER 2009 THE CHACE HOTEL WEDDING FAYRE Visit our fabulous Wedding Fayre for a full showround of the hotel with a chance to meet local businesses for help and advice. Complimentary glass of Bucks Fizz on arrival.
LONDON ROAD, TOLL BAR END, COVENTRY CV3 4EQ - www.corushotels.com/thechace
TEL: 02476 303398
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2009 – date to be confirmed MARSTON FARM HOTEL WEDDING FAYRE Visit Sutton Coldfield’s Premier Bridal Event at Marston Farm Hotel in the Autumn. Admission is FREE with exhibitors showing you the best of everything from wedding dresses, to photographers and car hire to Wedding Stationery.
BODYMOOR HEATH, SUTTON COLDFIELD, B76 9JD - www.brook-hotels.co.uk/marstonfarm
TEL: 01827 872133
NOVEMBER 2009 – date to be confirmed WROXALL ABBEY ESTATE WEDDING FAYRE Visit The Wedding Venue and enjoy an informal tour, complimentary Champagne & Canapés, food & wine tasting, supplier’s exhibition, fashion show & fireworks for a spectacular end to the day.
BIRMINGHAM ROAD, WROXALL, WARWICKSHIRE CV35 7NB www.wroxall.com
TEL: 01926 486740
SUNDAY 21ST FEBRUARY 2010 INGESTRE HALL WEDDING FAYRE We invite you to join us at our exclusive Wedding and Reception Venue. Free entry and free parking. Quality exhibitors offering all you need to make your wedding day truly special.
INGESTRE, STAFFORD ST18 0RF - www.ingestrehall.co.uk
TEL: 01889 270225
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THE MEN
It’s a Man’s World... Tips, trinkets and gems of wisdom for nervous grooms, best men and fathers of the bride nervous about speeches, standing at the altar or giving away their daughter...!
Get me to the church on time...!
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The Best Man..
Pay attention 007... it’s may be the bride’s prerogative to make a dramatic entrance, but why should she have all the fun...? Hire a supercar like this Lamborghini Gallardo, which does 0-60mph in 4.2 secMay onds and you’ll definitely The Best reach the church on Man Win! time...! Grooms can hire Bond’s Aston Martins, The Role of your
Ferraris and Lambos, for their arrival at the church, for the wedding day or the honeymoon. Naturally, your bride will have to pack light as the boot’s a little pokey, but the cars will certainly look impressive in your photos. If you’re choosing a balmy honeymoon destination, there’s a topless version too! The cost for this model is around £2,500 for a whole weekend, courtesy of Signature Car Hire.
Best Man
The role of the best man isn’t just ceremonial - duties include being custodian of the wedding banns, organiser of the stag night, assistant to the photographer in rounding up relatives for formal photographs, point of liaison with catering staff and guardian of the groom’s honeymoon luggage.
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THE MEN
Superb Stag Do’s...
Don’t let the cat get your tongue! Most grooms, fathers and best men admit to feeling more nervous about performing their wedding speech than about the ceremony itself. The golden role for successful speeches? Preparation is key.
For your stag do, consider something that’s a little more involved than just a night down at the pub. Organising an event which appeals to all ages and goes beyond mere drinking will enable you to spread the fun over a longer period with an activity which appeals to all and will enable you to involve younger and older stags more in proceedings.
Event organiser Red Seven offers UK and international Five-A-Side football tournament weekends, Motor Action driving experiences, License to Thrill spy weekends, beer brewing weekends and On The Piste snowboarding breaks - they have something for everybody! See www.redsevenleisure.co.uk for activities and booking details.
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Avoid writing your speech at the last minute, and don’t crib jokey one-liners from the internet - your speech will sound unstructured and generic. Write, edit & rehearse dilligently so that you’re familiar with your text. Alternatively, why not cheat? Turn to aspeech.co.uk or sparklingspeeches.co.uk to hire a professional writer to bear total responsibility...! When making your speech, use cue cards rather than a script and maintain eyecontact with your audience and rehearse thoroughly!
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Fiona White, Editor, www.UKbride.co.uk
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For stockists and suppliers see our Directory on page 128.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Caught on Camera...! We find out exactly what it takes to be a wedding photographer by becoming one for the day...! Everyone has a digital camera nowadays... So do you really need to hire a professional photographer? Absolutely! Here, we Search for a explain why entrusting your wedding photography to an amateur is a real false economy...!
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ith digital cameras so popular
these days, it’s tempting for brides and grooms to save money by letting family or a friend to record your special day, but this could be a false economy… to find out why, we followed two wedding photographers, to find out what capturing a bride’s day really involves. Two or more photographers enables both the bride and groom to be photographed during the course of their preparations. Entrusting a professional photographer to capture your images means employing someone with plenty of kit, backup lenses, flashes and camera bodies… nothing is left to chance! A professional photographer can also work around overcast, rainy or exceptionally bright days. Professional photographers also create photobooks of their images or large mounted photographic prints, rather than prints created on domestic photo printers.
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The National Site Years of for the Local experience Bride enables a professional photographer to deal tactfully 12.30AM: TWO PHOTOGRAPHERS MEANS and professionally with anxious CAPTURING BOTH THE GROOMSMEN’S brides, nervous grooms, PREPARATIONS AND GUESTS’ ARRIVAL. and guests – a skill that the amateur photographer just doesn’t possess! Spending the day with the professionals photographing Sarah and Matthew’s wedding, we prove that photographing a wedding is hard work... as you’ll discover, your chosen photographer really does earn their fee! 10AM: THE TWO PHOTOGRAPHERS SPLIT UP TO CAPTURE BOTH THE BRIDE & GROOM GETTING READY.
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2.00PM: AMATEURS AREN’T ALLOWED TO TAKE PICTURES DURING THE CEREMONY.
“Employing an enthusiastic amateur is a recipe for disaster! Get the pictures you deserve by hiring a professional!” Fiona White, Editor www.UKbride.co.uk
Our Images Images here are by Samantha and Glen of PureLight by Sam & Glen. www.wearepure light.co.uk
Photographing a wedding involves a 12 hour day, as you’ll discover over the page, our photographers began with a kit check on the eve of the wedding before meeting the bride and groom at 10am on their wedding day to capture the 4.30PM: AMATEUR wedding from start to finish! PHOTOGRAPHERS RARELY TAKE CLOSE-UP SHOTS
Find a Professional See the British Institute of Professional Photographers; www.bipp.com, the Master Photographers’ Association; www.thempa.com or Society of Wedding Photographers; www.swpp.co.uk. You can also find a photographer in your area at www.ukbride.co.uk. Images here by Purelight by Sam & Glen; www.wearepurelight.co.uk 01636 673 800.
3.00PM: SOME SHOTS ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO RECREATE AND NEED TO BE RIGHT FIRST TIME
Turn the page to see how your photographer will spend your wedding day...
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PHOTOGRAPHY
How a professional photographer will spend 12 hours capturing your day... Friday; 7pm Kit check –
3.50pm The weather’s
each photographer has two or three camera bodies and around six lenses plus three flash heads and numerous accessories.
about to turn, so in anticipation of this the bride and groom are taken outside for formal photographs taken by both photographers who pose and shoot alternately.
Rendezvous with the bride and groom respectively. The two photographers capture the bride and her attendants getting ready and casual shots of the groom and his groomsmen.
12.30am The groom leaves the local pub and heads to the church, photographed along the way.
1.00pm Guests arrive and are photographed, and with the arrival of the Vicar, Glen discusses with him what he allows and disapproves of photographically.
the photographers work discreetly to capture the speeches, and guests’ reactions.
6.00PM: CAPTURING EXPRESSIONS QUICKLY TAKES REAL SKILL.
7.30pm
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1.40pm The bridal party arrives with Samantha arriving shortly beforehand, too. A flurry of activity ensues as her arrival prompts photographs of the car, the bridesmaids and the bride with her father.
2.00pm The ceremony takes place with discreet unobtrusive photography taking place. 2.45pm The couple leaves the church. Samantha poses their formal images for Glen to photograph. 3.15pm The couple leaves for the reception to capture shots of guests enjoying a glass of champagne. 7.30PM: PHOTOBOOTH - A WHITE BACKGROUND WHERE SARAH & MATTHEW AND THEIR GUESTS CAN CLOWN AROUND TO CREATE FUN, CANDID INFORMAL SHOTS!
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6.00pm After the meal,
11.00pm
The photographers pack up their equipment after a hectic 12 hour day. Back home, there are still memory cards to be downloaded, batteries to be recharged and kit to check before they finish.
7.00PM: A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER WILL CAPTURE EVERY LAST DETAIL IMAGES: PURELIGHT BY SAM & GLEN WWW.WEAREPURELIGHT.CO.UK. 01636 673 800.
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PHOTOGRAPHY Are you a pro...?
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Not all amateur photography is going to end in disaster, but the idea that one can attend a wedding as a guest and as the official photographer is unrealistic. Your photographer needs to know how to react to different lighting and weather conditions, and do so quickly without rushing, to capture genuine expressions. Those who market themselves as photographers but don’t work as full-time professional wedding photographers may not be able to dedicate sufficient time and energy to capturing your big day.
What’s your style?
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There is much talk of different styles of wedding photography the main two being traditional and reportage. Traditional styles favour groups and romantic shots, reportage shots appear unposed and concentrate on a natural look that appears to be less intrusive.
Will I Be Retouched?
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10 Questions TO ASK YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER Even top wedding photographers will readily admit that choosing the right photographer for your special day is a challenge… achieving beautiful wedding photographs requires a mixture of art, science and experience! Our ten questions will ensure you have the information you need to make an informed decision… 84
Expect a professional photographer to perform postprocessing on your images whether they’re shooting on film or digitally. Some, however, limit this to tone and colour correction. Ask if your chosen photographer will perform black and white conversions, sepia tints and other similar effects, colour popping, or blemish removal and how much time they will put into post-processing your images.
When can I see myself?
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Some photographers turn around their images rapidly whilst others take several months – sometimes even longer, depending on the time of year and number of members of staff working to postprocess and present your pictures, so ask for an ETA on your images.
Do you work alone?
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ensures the bride and groom can each be photographed getting ready, or that detail shots of your day can be captured whilst another photographer organises group photographs. The more photographers who attend your day, the more comprehensive your wedding images will be, particularly when your chosen photographers consist of both a male and female photographer.
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“Photography is a blend of art and science. Your photographer should have modern equipment a good understanding, and lots of experience!” Fiona White, Editor, www.UKbride.co.uk
Can I have my images on CD/DVD?
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Can you retain your images to use on your home PC and email to friends? These days, our lives are carried out digitally, and being able to use your pictures in digital photo frames, on social networking sites and being able to email them or print them out at home is essential. Having the original DVD stored in a safe place also enables you to keep backups of your images.
What does my final album include?
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Are you fully insured?
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With the best will in the world things do go wrong… make sure your phoPackages vary enormously – how tographer is insured against stolen many prints and at which sizes are equipment, lost or damaged films or included in your photographer’s memory cards or falling ill on price? What will your album the day of your wedding. look like and how many images will feature? Will Rather than the Find A t a we traditional wedr e aph ding album with Photogr get on? overlays you may Getting wish to opt for a along with al Site n o ti a photographer N The your ocal who produces a for the L wedding coffee-table style Bride photographer book with a montage isn’t just a nicety. of images. Your photographer should make you feel Do you carry backup comfortable for relaxed
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equipment?
Whether shooting on film or digitally, every photographer should have backup flashes, lenses and other equipment to carry on shooting in the event of faulty equipment.
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looking shots. On an already emotional day, it’s crucial that your photographer is sufficiently assertive to pose and offer instruction to the wedding party. It is sometimes a nice idea to arrange an ice-breaker engagement shoot for you and your intended before the big day so you get the hang of posing for the camera and working with your photographer.
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BRIDAL SHOWCASE
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Jacqui & Neil
Emma & David
Katherine & Peter took place in October 2008
took place in May 2008
took place on 19th July 2008
at Claines, Worcester
at Drayton Manor Park
at Flanesford Priory
Photographs by Alistair Cowin
Photographs by Keylight Photography
Photographs by Ketch 22
BRIDAL Showcase The wedding of
Aimee & Chris
To feature your wedding on these pages free of charge, email a picture and your details to weddings@whitespacepublishers.co.uk
Emma & Daniel
You must have permission from your photographer to reproduce their images.
at The Verzon House, Herefordshire
took place on 28th June 2008
at St Bartholomew's Church
took place on 2nd August 2008
Photographs by Orangebug Photos
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The wedding of
Photographs by Mike King Photography
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Giordana & Simon
Nateli & Danny
Maral & Jamie
took place on 26th August 2007
took place on 27th December 2008
took place on 8th July 2007
at Taplow, Berkshire
at Rowton Castle, Shropshire
at Grafton Manor
Photographs by Fausto Laurano
Photographs by Ian Forshaw Photography
Photographs by Charisma Wedding Photography
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BRIDAL SHOWCASE
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Eve & David
Catherine & Michael
Gemma & Jonathan
took place on 27th March 2008
took place June 2008
took place on 8th August 2008
at Eastnor Church and Eastnor Castle
at Willington Hall
at St Josephs Church, Kings Norton
Photographs by Orangebug Photos
Photographs by Altimate Images
Photographs by Mike King Photography
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Jee Wan & Simon
Sarah & Danny
Severine & Laurent took place on 14th June 2008
took place on 24th July 2007
took place on 26th July 2008
at The Botanical Gardens
at Coalbrook Dale Church
at Hinges, France
Photographs by Charisma Wedding Photography
Photographs by Ian Forshaw Photography
Photographs by MLB Photography
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Erica & Paul
Lavinia & Aaron
Danielle & Alex took place in December 2008
took place in 2008
took place on 30th June
at Dumbleton Hall, Evesham
at The Botanical Gardens
at Eardisland
Photographs by Alistair Cowin
Photographs by Charisma Wedding Photography
Photographs by Ketch 22
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BRIDAL SHOWCASE
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Sarah & Sam
Terasa & Dave
Emma & Stephen
took place on 26th April 2008
took place on 29th September 2007
took place on 22nd December 2008
at Aston Villa FC
at Shawbury
at St. James Church, Harvington
Photographs by Charisma Wedding Photography
Photographs by Ian Forshaw Photography
Photographs by Orangebug Photos
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The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Karyn & Aidan
Lisa & Darry
Becky & Steve
took place on 4th October 2008
took place in February 2009
took place in 2008
at Burton Court, Hereford
at Caverswall
at Frankley, Birmingham
Photographs by Mike King Photography
Photographs by Altimate Images
Photographs by Alistair Cowin
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Cindy & Nicolas
Katie & Ben
Nichola & Paul
took place on 25th August 2007
took place on 18th July 2008
took place in December 2008
at Bethune, France
at St. Johns Church Wolverley
at The Inn at Stonewall
Photographs by MLB Photography
Photographs by Orangebug Photos
Photographs by Ketch 22
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BRIDAL SHOWCASE
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Tracey & Matt
Sareena & Peter
Nazam & Shahbaz took place on 9th February 2009
took place on 27th September 2008
took place on 17th May 2008
at St Peters Church, Lugwardine
at Himley Hall, Staffordshire
at Pearl Palace
Photographs by Mike King Photography
Photographs by Fausto Laurano
Photographs by Charisma Wedding Photography
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Katie & Gareth
Karen & Noel
Xu & Nick
took place on 20th December 2008
took place on 16th August 2008
took place on 24th August 2009
at RAF Shawbury
at Our Lady at Mount Carmel Church, Redditch
at Dumbleton Hall, Evesham
Photographs by Ian Forshaw Photography
Photographs by Orangebug Photos
Photographs by Mike King Photography
The wedding of
The wedding of
The wedding of
Alison & David
Jacqui & Paul
Racheal & Steve
took place on 12th July 2008
took place in 2008
took place in July 2007
at Blues FC
at Somerford Hall, Nr Wolverhampton
at Birtsmorton Court
Photographs by Charisma Wedding Photography
Photographs by Alistair Cowin
Photographs by Ketch 22
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VIDEOGRAPHY our wedding day
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should be the happiest day of your life, and there’s no better way to remember it than via a professionally produced DVD, in addition to the formal images your chosen photographer will produce. Each Videographer will have his or her own particular style and no two wedding videos will be the same. There are videographers specialising in all types of event coverage now – from simple flyon-the-wall type productions, to documentary-style creations, through to highly stylised and orchestrated films. You really do have the opportunity to have the wedding video or wedding day film of your choice. Visit your potential videographer personally for an impression of their particular style.
You’ve Been
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Anyone operating a professional wedding video service should have Public Liability Insurance, & Professional Indemnity cover for situations that might occur which are beyond their control. Your videographer should also have a copyright licence to record the wedding service and music. They will also have access to copyright
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mean compromising on both, so never base your decision on price alone.
A good videographer will understand that breach of copyright is theft – and will no doubt expect their own work to be treated with the same respect.
It is advisable to watch several videos covering a wide price range before making your decision.
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As wedding videography is a seasonal business most sucFind A cessful videogVideographer at raphers will become The National Site booked for the Local months if Bride not years in advance.
The cost of your wedding DVD is dependant on a number of factors. Some companies offer fully edited or multiple camera productions.
UKbride.co.uk
For information see the Institute of Videographers’ website at www.iov.com.
Cutting costs may
“Videography supplements still photography to capture a lifelong record of your day, so choose your expert carefully.” Fiona White, Editor, www.UKbride.co.uk
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TRANSPORT
Brilliant Transport
7 SUGGESTIONS For more local suppliers see www.UKbride.co.uk
Great transportation is a mix of style and practicality. Make sure you meet your chosen expert to ensure their services match up their their vehicle in terms of reliability... remember, the bride should only ever be fashionably late!
“Make sure you can get in and out of the car gracefully whilst wearing your dress!” Fiona White, Editor, www.UKbride.co.uk
From limos to Lambos, from classics to carriages see
UKbride.co.uk to find transport providers in your area!
(FROM TOP LEFT): n MODERN EXECUTIVE SALOON - SPACIOUS AND SMOOTH, BUT NOT IDEAL FOR LARGE DRESSES n HORSE AND CARRIAGE - ROMANTIC, BUT NOT IDEAL FOR BAD WEATHER n HIRED SPORTS CAR - GREAT FOR PHOTOS, BUT NOT VERY PRACTICAL n CLASSIC CAR - ELEGANT AND PRACTICAL n LIMO - SPACIOUS AND ACCESSIBLE n HELICOPTER - UNUSUAL, BUT EXPENSIVE n DOUBLE DECKER BUS - FUN, WITH PLENTY OF ROOM, IF A LITTLE CUMBERSOME!
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Make your arrival one to remember, Choose the style and elegance of a Horse Drawn Carriage
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MONEY SAVING TIPS
THOSE LOOKING TO SAVE MONEY CAN TRIM DOWN THEIR WEDDING BUDGET WITH OUR EXCELLENT TIPS - AND HAVE GREAT FUN IN THE PROCESS, MAKING COOKIE FAVOURS AND STATIONERY.
How to Make it Rain
Exchange money saving hints with other brides on our new forum: online now at
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Pennies from Heaven For brides on a budget or those seeking a smaller scale wedding with fewer frills… we provide some money-saving tips to make sure it only rains pennies from heaven... now all that’s left to worry about is the Great British weather! 94
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MONEY SAVING TIPS
pend or save? There’s a multitude of ways in which you can trim the cost of your wedding, but some may prove false economy.
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Blowing the Budget...?
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For example, the cost of wedding photography can vary from £200 to £2,000 and over, but the difference in the end result is marked. There’s a distinction to be made when planning your wedding between cost – what you pay for something – and value – whether something was worth the price you paid – and in the case of photography, a cheap photographer may show in terms of technical abilities and your final album. That’s not to say, however, that all aspects of your wedding will be the same. For instance, favours can be expensive, usually priced per head so that a £2.50 favour seems more affordable when, in fact, the reality is 150 guests necessitates a spend of £375. In this case, making cookies with your guests’ names iced on and a little ribbon may require a morning in the kitchen, but will result in a dramatically cheaper favour that’s also much more personal.
Your Reception The smaller your wedding the cheaper the venue may be – and the shorter your guest list will end up being too. Use a smaller venue as an excuse to shed some guests, consider a ‘no children’ policy or apply a ‘time limit’ – if you’ve not seen distant relatives for, say, five years don’t bother inviting them. Enquire about the time of year you choose to marry and the day – midweek weddings are often cheaper, as are out of season weddings.
Your Dress Many brides choose to search E-Bay and other such auction sites for
second-hand dresses. Since wedding cheaper than employing the services dresses are only worn once and can of a cake artist. These can be be dry-cleaned and altered to suit, ‘dressed up’ with embellishments of you can shed your choice. hundreds, sometimes Stationery & thousands, of pounds. Our search Favours revealed over 25,000 Personal computers dresses priced from can be used to create just £100 for a brand your chosen wedding new, made to stationery, orders of measure gown… service and table plan. though some brides Visit a stationery like to be able to try specialist and purchase on their gown before a nice stock of paper, they order. An perhaps with a textured alternative, if you’re a finish. Depending on the ‘standard’ size and style of your wedding, shape is to try one of embellish with ribbon, Fiona White, Editor, Oxfam’s ten specialist photographs of www.UKbride.co.uk wedding dress shops. yourselves or other decoration.
“The average cost of a UK wedding is £15,000... but it’s possible to spend half, double or triple that!
Flowers & Cake
Many churches have volunteers who will happily create your flowers in return for a donation to the church – the best place to find information is to talk to your local vicar or scan the parish noticeboard. Equally, supermarkets such as Marks and Spencer stock plain white iced fruitcakes which are considerably
Your wedding day should be personal or special to you. Whilst there may be one or two areas in which you can cut back, there may be others that are too important to you to force a compromise. Set your budget and don’t be afraid to negotiate on price. The frugal bride can shed £1,000s with a little initiative, a little chasing around and, above all, a good eye!
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WE WON OUR Dream Wedding!
For Sharon Howell and Kevin Challinor, winners of our dream wedding, in association with UKBride.co.uk, the website’s combination of comprehensive wedding advice and a suite of wedding planning tools was nothing short of a match made in heaven… When Sharon Howell and Kevin Challinor heard they’d won a dream wedding with UKBride.co.uk and Jocasta’s, they couldn’t quite believe their luck… it took a couple of further calls to reassure them nobody was playing a practical joke!
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Shortly after becoming engaged, Sharon joined wedding planning website UKBride.co.uk to access the site’s suite of wedding planning tools and to try to win her dream wedding including full marquee reception with catering. The couple
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was chosen as the lucky winners in November last year. “Joining the site was really useful.” Says Sharon. “It enabled us to get started on planning our wedding early which was great in itself, but it broke everything down into the correct order so everything fell into place step-by-step. I’m a compulsive planner… everything has to be organised down to the last detail but I didn’t feel I sacrificed the ability to make any decisions.” Sharon loved the site’s ability to store contact details for guests and suppliers, keep track of her wedding budget and search for suppliers and services in her area, but says the site’s most useful feature was the table planning software. “It automates a really difficult job fraught with lots of politics!” she says. The site also features a searchable
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WIN A WEDDING
Our Super Dream Wedding Prize... n Fully licensed civil wedding ceremony. n Wedding reception for 150 guests with silk-lined marquee, stage, tables and chairs. n Three course wedding breakfast with punch fountain and evening finger buffet. n Wine and canapés. n Our superb prize is worth over £10,000!
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on our wedding forum at www.UKbride.co.uk! It’s easy, it’s free, it’s fun! ding venues no matter where couples want to host their reception. The company’s Jenny Hellawell has been invaluable in providing the couple with a point of contact who can take the logistical stress out of wedding planning.
“Congratulations to Sharon and Kevin! To find out how you can win a dream wedding in 2010, see www.UKbride.co.uk.”
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How to enter: To be in with a chance of winning our dream wedding, simply register on www.ukbride.co.uk by clicking on “Win a Wedding” and following the on-screen instructions.
The closing date for this competition is 27th November 2009 - if you are unlucky, you’ll at least benefit from FREE membership to www.UKbride.co.uk - the online wedding planner with a searchable library of over 1,000 dresses, & integrated planning software such as Table Planner, Guest List, Budget Planner and loads more - worth £19.95! We wish you the best of luck for your wedding day!
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Wedding worth over £10,000 Our prize includes...
A fully licensed civil wedding ceremony... A fully silk-lined marquee with stage, dance floor, tables & chairs... A three course wedding breakfast with punch fountain & canapés, wine and evening finger buffet for 150 guests...
Guarantee your dream wedding! Naturally, we’re anticipating a tremendous response to this superb competition, so if you’re not the gambling type... why not contact Jocasta’s Group today to book your 2010 dream wedding anyway? For more information about Jocasta’s call 01522 686 314 or visit their website below. Terms and Conditions: The competition is open to all full-time UK residents. Employees of www.ukbride.co.uk or Jocasta’s Group, or their families, may not enter the competition. A winner will be chosen at random from all valid entries received and the Editor’s decision as to the eventual winner is final. The prize is subject to an available date in 2010 as agreed with Jocasta’s. The prize is non-transferable. No cash alternative will be offered, however, you may choose any wedding dress instead of the civil ceremony package, up to the value of £2,000 inc VAT subject to authorisation by ourselves; Jocasta’s will then pay the invoice on your behalf. The annual competition will run nationally throughout 2009, and will be drawn on 30th November 2009. The winner must agree to appear in our range of publications and this website. No responsibility will be taken by www.ukbride.co.uk (Whitespace Publishers Ltd) for the provision of products and services by a third party and the winner must organise and pay for the remaining aspects of their wedding. This prize is offered in good faith and all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure the competition runs smoothly; however, in the event of any dispute the Editor’s decision is final. Additional terms and conditions may apply - see www.jocastasgroup.net.
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HAIR
HAIR RAISING
STYLES
Our suggestions for beautiful bridal hair. Whether you’ve short, medium or long hair, you’ll find a style to suit on these pages... n If you’ve a short hairstyle, use curling irons to increase the fullness of your hair or use tiaras, fascinators and necklaces to vary your look and add extra interest to your neck and shoulders. n Medium hair should be curled and worn with a tiara - try to grow your hair a little to provide a more versatility if you’d like to try something new. n If you’ve long hair, wear a smooth heavy gown or large rolls with full skirted tulle gowns. If you’re already accustomed to long hair, leave a few tendrils loose to prevent your style looking too formal.
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n Choose your wedding gown first, then your wedding hairstyle and only then choose extras such as fascinators and veils. n If you’re colouring your hair for the day have it done two weeks before but have it Create touched up just before the big day.
Beautiful Hairstyles
n Use a hairdresser you’re familiar with rather than splashing out and using someone new.
for your wedding!
n Take care of your hair by using intensive conditioning treatments in the six months leading up to your wedding.
(FROM TOP LEFT): n LINEA RAFFAELLI n TRUDY LEE n ELLIS BRIDAL n CHANDRIKA THOMAS n CHARLOTTE BALBIER
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HAIR
“Don’t wear clothing that lifts over your head when visiting your stylist!” Fiona White, Editor, www.UKbride.co.uk
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(FROM TOP LEFT): n CHARLOTTE BALBIER n SINCERITY n ALLURE n LA SPOSA n HOLLYWOOD DREAMS n DONNA SALADO n CHARLOTTE BALBIER n RAINBOW n ELLIS BRIDAL n RAIMON BUNDÓ For Dress Suppliers featured here, see our Directory on page 128
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SCENT
FROM HEAVEN
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With so much cheek-kissing and perfect make-up, the right scent is essential on your wedding day. Here, we present a selection of the latest fragrances to ensure your wedding day is nothing short of scentsational!
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“Dab perfume in places where it will stay warm and keep its scent longer; on the inside of the elbow, on the wrist, neck, stomach, cleavage, and back of the knees.” Fiona White, Editor, www.ukbride.co.uk
Recommended
Luxury Fragrances to wear on the big day!
(Left to Right) Secret Obsession, Calvin Klein 100ml EDP £59.50. Opium, YSL 50ml EDP £44.99. Fragile, John Paul Gaultier 50ml EDT £38.99. Delicious, DKNY 100ml EDP £49.50. Sensuous, Estée Lauder 50ml EDP £41.50. Classic, Prada 50ml EDP £42.50. No5, Chanel 35ml EDP £51.99. Covert, SJP 100ml EDP £38.50. Gucci, 50ml EDP £46.50. Sexy Darling, Kylie Minogue 50ml EDT £24.99. Fragrances supplied by The Perfume Shop: 0845 601 1950. www.theperfume shop.com.
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The A-Z of Planning
Your Wedding! Here, we prove that planning your wedding is as easy as ABC... essential tips, finishing touches and other inspiration!
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B is for Budgeting…
C is for Cars…
Choose your attendants carefully and ensure your best man, chief bridesmaid and other attendants are reliable and will ensure your special day goes without a hitch.
Planning a wedding is exhilarating and exciting but it’s so easy to get carried away, and the financial implications of this can be horrendous. Set a budget and stick to it, and itemise your anticipated expenses from flowers to your reception, honeymoon, transport costs and catering arrangements.
Arriving in style is essential on your big day, and unfortunately, your family car just won’t cut the mustard. If cars really aren’t your thing, you could consider a horse drawn carriage or simple but stylish white Rolls Royce. If your groom is a little more passionate about cars though, how about arriving in a Ferrari or E-type Jaguar to make it to the church in style?
D is for Disco…
E is for Extras…
F is for Faith…
There’s nothing like a good disco to get your reception swinging, but when booking your entertainment, do ensure you make a list of the eras, styles and artists that you particularly like to give your entertainer something to go on. Choose somebody personable with equipment which produces good clear sound and don’t be afraid to go along to one of their bookings to hear them for yourselves.
It’s the little treats, favours and special touches that really make your day special so do go through Bride and Groom to have a look at what other couples have done and what different companies offer by way of finishing touches. Favours, disposable cameras on the tables, treats for the children and all those other extra little touches make all the difference and add a touch of class to your wedding.
When your big day comes along, a whole host of experts and professionals will have been enlisted, all charged with their own very special responsibilities in making your day perfect. Make your desires clear and be specific in your instructions, but also have faith, and do trust your professionals to do their job whilst you enjoy your day!
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G is for Grooming… Traditionally, weddings have always been the bride’s big day, but increasingly grooms too are indulging in a little TLC before the event, so do budget for a hair restyling, male facial and a little pampering to ensure he walks down the aisle looking his best!
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H is for Honeymoon…
Going away to spend some time together before returning to gushing friends and relatives is a must after your big day, and will give you something to look forward to after the exhausting pomp and ceremony of your wedding is over, so make your honeymoon something very special indeed. Our top ten honeymoon ideas will offer inspiration!
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I is for Invitations… Don’t be tempted to scrimp on your invitations and stationery. Whilst your home PC is capable of producing mediocre printed matter, proper invitations with lovely embossed stocks of paper, beautiful embellishments and elegant script will be kept for years as a souvenir of your momentous day…
J is for Jewellery…
K is for Kiddies…
L is for Love…
Tiaras, sparkling fascinators and other jewellery can all set off your outfit beautifully, so ensure you’re adorned with these beautiful finishing touches. See our jewellery pages for some imaginative ideas and inspiration.
Weddings inevitably excite children, so ensuring they’ve colouring books or little treat bags containing quiet activities will keep them busy, and prevent their running into maitre’d’s, guests and elderly relatives. If your budget can stretch to it, you could even consider a bouncy castle or children’s entertainer to really make it a day to remember not just for adults, but younger guests too.
Ultimately, weddings are about love and happiness. Inevitably the day will be busy and will almost certainly suffer little hitches, but when all is said and done, do ensure that you make time for your bride or groom, and remember to try to spend some time alone together to remind yourselves that you’ve the rest of your lives in each others’ company.
M is for Marriage…
N is for Nuptials…
O is for Outfit…
Do take the time to talk to your minister and discuss the degree to which you want religion to be a theme of your wedding. In addition to taking your vows in front of friends and family, you’re also making solemn promises before God and the Christian church. Your minister won’t mind if you’re not the most devout churchgoer, but will appreciate your respect for the church and the religious implications of a Christian ceremony.
The words in your wedding service within which you marry are very important, and in our opinion the older version of your vows is the most elegant with its aged and mellow language, and time honoured implications. Note that civil ceremonies are not allowed to have religious content of any sort.
Your wedding ensemble is perhaps one of the most important & personal features of the day, so trailing through guides and magazines, shopping around and trying on repeatedly, despite being somewhat of a hassle, is absolutely necessary if you’re to find that one special gown which is right for you. Our wedding dress pages will help you to choose a style and give you the inspiration to find the dress you want.
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P is for Photographs…
Q is for Quotes…
R is for Reception…
So many photographers have their own style and way of working that it’s worth having a specific idea of exactly what you’re looking for regarding the photographs of your big day.
Costs vary enormously from wedding to wedding, and from supplier to supplier, so it’s a good idea to gather as many quotes as possible from different suppliers and remain organised.
Consider either a more traditional, posed approach to your photographs or a slightly more contemporary and less formal looking reportage approach to photography, which will appear less posed.
Keep written quotes in a special file so that you can compare exactly what you get for your money and can keep track of your finances accordingly.
There are so many brilliant venues around the county for your reception, and this should be one of the first things you book, so try to see as many as possible in person rather than relying on brochures, which can be misleading. Estimate the amount of room and degree of privacy your reception venue needs to have, and consider the appearance of the grounds for your photographs.
S is for Speeches…
T is for Theme...
The speeches may seem nerve wracking, but with plenty of planning and a few rehearsals, you can make your groom’s speech appear slick and stress-free.
To ensure that everything fits together nicely, agree early on upon a theme which you will both follow - a colour, style or similar, that’s personal to you.
Use cue cards rather than a folded up piece of paper to ensure that you’re not struggling to find your place, maintain eye-contact with your audience.
V is for Valour…
Grooms, don’t forget that wedding dresses often restrict mobility... so open doors for your bride, hold her bouquet and help her into and out of her carriage or limo is to help prevent your new bride feeling uncomfortable and demonstrate a little chivalry!
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Continue this when choosing your dress, flowers, tableware and stationery. Other themes you may wish to consider include international historical themes or visual themes.
W is for Weather…
If you fear typically British bad weather on your big day, provide umbrellas for your guests as they leave church.
X is for Xxx…
Leave a note with her chief bridesmaid or send a text on the morning of your wedding to let your loved one know you’re looking forward to the big day and can’t wait to marry her.
U is for Unwanted… A gift list is a superb way of ensuring that you don’t end up with several hundred toasters, and plenty of high street stores will help collate these either in an in-store gift list book or online. Buying a wedding present was much easier before the days of co-habitation, and these days, with most people already having household essentials before they marry, a gift list is essential.
Y is for You…
Your wedding should reflect your tastes, preferences and personalities. Don’t be afraid to put your own personal stamp on your big day. Make a wish-list and work towards making your wedding a reflection of your love.
Z is for Zzz…
Above all other beauty tips that the experts will divulge, do remember that a good night’s sleep is essential to look fresh & beautiful for your wonderful day!
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FLOWERS
FANTASY FLOWERS Whether your intention is to save, spend or splurge, our wedding florist Kate has great ideas for your church and reception flowers... hoosing your bridal flowers can be as scary as finding your perfect dress, but is just as important in the overall look of the day.
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colour, or texture? A good florist will always suggest the best flowers for your colour theme, size and style; as well as tailoring the arrangements for your requirements, but try and help the florist as much as possible.
Recommendation is a great way of finding your florist, but it's a good idea to browse several flower As creative as most florists are, shops too. Once you've made up they are not mind readers so your mind, the more always book a information you consultation - it's can give them the worth the money SPRING: Tulip, Anemone, better – pictures as you'll have lots Freesia, Lily, Peony, Daffodil, from magazines, of time devoted to Ranunculus, Amaryllis. pictures of the you, and you'll be SUMMER: Lily, Carnation, dress, fabric able to work out
TIGHT HAND TIED POSIES ARE IDEAL FOR THE MORE PETITE BRIDE. DON’T OPT FOR LARGER ARRANGEMENTS IF THEY’LL LOOK TOO LARGE.
FOUR SEASONS
the best choices for your big day. Try and make time on a week day because the florist will have more time to
Sunflower, Chrysanthemum, Rose, Lavender, Magnolia.
AUTUMN: Delphinium, Pinks, Hydrangea, Gladiolus, Gerbera, Bouvardia, Orchid. WINTER: Camellia, Snowdrop, Hyacinth, Lisianthus, Lilac, Nerine, Iris, Euphorbia.
discuss ideas, as the shop may be busy on a Saturday. But what should you consider when choosing your flowers: scent,
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FLOWERS
Why not have your flowers dried so you can keep them after the wedding...?
SAVE The Budget: £400 The Flowers: Gerberas to ‘pad out’ roses, and large blooms. The Trick: Use different ‘grades’ of flowers, create inexpensive centrepieces yourself.
Fiona White, Editor www.UKbride.co.uk
Make your wedding look stunning on a budget: all florists can obtain flowers in differing grades, so use the most expensive roses for your bouquet, but in the table centres you use a cheaper grade of rose, for example.
swatches, key themes, or special items the wedding theme is based on - for example, if you're wearing your Grandmother's brooch, it might be nicer for you to incorporate this into your bouquet, rather than wear it on your dress.
MODEST DESIGNS CAN OFTEN WORK REALLY WELL.
Images: www.davidaustinroses.com
TIGHTLY BUNCHED ROSES LOOK REALLY TRADITIONAL!
Use cheaper flowers like Gerbera or Germini and then mix with more expensive flowers like roses.
SPEND The Budget: £800 The Flowers: Intersperse Hydrangia and Delphinium. Full flowers for buttonholes. The Trick: Create height and structure. Mix blooms to create hand-tied bouquets.
florist once you’ve decided on your highlight colour.
Remember less is often more. Use flowers like Lilies, Peonies & Amaryllis to give arrangements height.
Also, consider the size of your bouquet; if you’re small, an enormous trailing bouquet will overpower you a good florist will take the bride’s height & basic shape into consideration.
Use foliage in clever ways to create depth to you decorations and a fuller look. Use some of the more expensive flowers and layer these with the cheaper varieties to make the overall look very expensive.
Don’t forget to discuss button holes for your groomsmen and close family!
Prepare a brief, with suggestions for style Don’t forget plants of bouquet could also be used as traditional shower table arrangements, (a long, trailing these can be very bouquet, wired or in attractive as well as a foam holder), cheaper (dependant garden flower posy on the plant) and a (country-style loose memento for people Fiona White, Editor bouquet, hand-tied or to take home with www.UKbride.co.uk in a holder) or wire them at the end of work decorative the night. bouquet (flowers are Finally, ask to see some of your chosen stuck to a decorstive, handmade florist’s previous work and work with wire trailing frame) or crescent them throughout your planning to shaped bouquet. ensure your wedding flowers will be If you’ve a preference, suggest type as beautiful as you dreamed. of flowers and consult with your Kate is creative director of Orangery Flowers, in Cambridge, Newmarket and Ely. See www.orangeryflowers.co.uk.
SPLURGE The Budget: £1,200 The Flowers: Orchids for tables. Tight grasses and Roses for hand-tied bouquet. The Trick: Talk to your florist about bespoke arrangements. Light-up centrepieces for effect. Ask your florist to create something different, like the heart bouquet which is made purely from grass and roses with contrasting foliage. Opt for large flower arrangements around the side of the room and potted plants on the tables which can be given away as favours later.
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n Three tiers will serve 50-200 whilst five layers is safer for 200 guests or more. Opt to make at least one of your layers sponge rather than fruitcake for those who prefer the former.
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Selection of 18ct gold wedding rings from Aagaard, Alfred Terry and PHX. For suppliers see our Directory on page 128.
Wedding rings are highly symbolic pieces of jewellery, so it’s likely you’ll want to wear your ring all the time, and for many years. It’s important to select the style and design of the ring very carefully. Ring the changes in your relationship by choosing matching wedding bands that represent the unending continuity of your love for one another...
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n If you are creative, you may wish to sketch out a design of your own, and then have it custom-made by a goldsmith. n It’s still traditional to opt for matching rings, but you can add your own twist to the design: for example, both wedding rings could be the same metal & pattern, but the bride could choose to have the addition of some diamonds or another precious stone. n As a general guide, a wedding ring should be either the same width or very slightly wider than the engagement ring band. n Your engagement ring should go on the third finger of your left hand. Your wedding ring should be worn on the same finger, just in front of it – some wedding bands have special semi-circles to fit around your engagement ring. n Ring sizes are measure from A-Z… the average size for a ring is ‘L’. n Opt for a wedding band in the same material as your engagement ring as different metals can wear each other away if they rub against each other. n Leave 8 weeks of lead time for your wedding rings – longer if they’re bespoke rings or will be engraved. n Rounded edge wedding rings are traditional, whilst high-domed and flat wedding rings are considered the most modern band style.
WEDDING RINGS Goodwins has one of the largest selections of Wedding Rings in Staffordshire available in Gold, Platinum, Titanium and Palladium. Our experienced team can offer help and advise with your choice, whilst our Goldsmiths are able to shape your wedding ring to fit perfectly with your engagement ring.
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LET’S FACE THE
MUSIC
ATTENDING DANCE LESSONS WILL SURPRISE YOUR GUESTS & PROVIDE SOMETHING TO DO TOGETHER IN THE RUN UP TO YOUR WEDDING.
After your wedding breakfast it’s time for the party to begin… choose entertainment that will appeal to all generations and to ensure your reception has universal appeal and really get the party started…! he mainstay of many wedding receptions is a good disco, and finding a professional DJ is essential. See www.ukbride.co.uk to find a supplier in your area, then, meet your DJ personally and ensure you hear them performing at a comparable venue before you book them. During your initial meting, have a rough playlist to hand to ensure the music selection is appropriate both to your tastes and that of your guests.
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Classical Music In addition to popular music, consider a string quartet, harpist or classical group to provide light background music during your
wedding breakfast. Many can also perform Beatles covers or similar, and jazz groups can also by learning to dance before provide a your reception by embarking sophisticated on short courses... First touch to your Dance is a company reception. which specialises in Practical during private tuition in your your wedding home, so you can Join in the fun on our breakfast, learn your steps light classical forum and chit-chat without fear of music tends to to other brides! embarassment! drown out the www.UKbride.co.uk clattering of Fireworks cutlery on crockery. Entertainment at your wedding Learn to Dance! isn’t just about music – fireworks create dramatic photographs and a You can wow your guests or romantic half hour show that will surprise your new husband or wife really wow your guests! Fireworks for Weddings can even provide firewriting at just £14 per 2ft letter!
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Highland Piper If the pipes are calling, Piper for Hire has a list of qualified and uniformed pipers for hire anywhere in the UK, popular not just over the borders, but in England too! THINK DIFFERENTLY WHEN IT COMES TO WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT... STILT WALKERS, FACE PAINTERS! TRIBUTE BANDS LIKE THE UPBEAT BEATLES ARE POPULAR WITH PEOPLE OF ALL AGES
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ENTERTAINMENT
Tribute Bands If you’d like something a little different to the usual disco, why not consider a tribute band? Some groups such as Abba Gold from Spot On Entertainment, Bee Gees Fever, Bjorn Again, the Bootleg Beatles or the UpBeat Beatles or even Jon’s Elton or the Blues Brothers by Henderson Management can provide music from big names which appeal to all generations and each creates an involving, popular show to get everybody on the dance floor!
LORD GOLD AND HIS FOOTMEN ARE DASHING SOCIALITES GUARANTEED TO BRING A TITTER TO YOUR RECEPTION...!
Something different If you’ve something a little more quirky in mind, Contraband Events can provide unique entertainers from face-painters, puppet shows, jesters and bubble shows for children, to LED & UV performers, contortionists, aerial, trapeze and tight rope walkers, belly dancers, ballet dancers, human canapés, and even snake charmers…!
involve planning a meal, it should mean celebrating the beginning of your life together with a party that nobody will forget…!
If you’ve a number of children attending your reception, don’t forget party pages with things like colouring books to keep them entertained (and quiet!) during your reception; see www.doodlendine.com or www.cocoonparty.co.uk.
Your wedding is unique, and your entertainment should be too – hosting a reception shouldn’t just
What a Surprise! “The secret to choosing Amaze your guests with a flying banner great entertainment is at reception! Image: Skyads. imagination! Create little surprises for your guests...!” Fiona White, Editor www.ukbride.co.uk
How to Entertain Children at your Wedding...
Think outside of the box when it comes to your wedding entertainment children and adults alike will love a table magician performing sleight of hand, face painter or clown, and for really child friendly weddings, why not hire a bouncy castle? They’re great fun for kids and will also provide some amusing photographic opportunities!
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STATIONERY
SPECIALINVITATION A varied selection of the most creative and personal wedding stationery around...!
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GIFTS DAB DIGITAL RADIO ALARM CLOCK; JOHN LEWIS.
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AFTER YOUR HONEYMOON ENJOY PLENTY OF ROMANTIC TRIPS CLOSER TO HOME, WITH THIS PICNIC BASKET FROM PREZZY BOX.
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n Look our for specialist wedding list companies such as www.weddingpresents direct.co.uk who can manage your entire gift list and deliver your gifts directly to you in one go together following your honeymoon.
n Charge your groom with ensuring you know who sent you which gift to ensure accurate thank-you letters! He can also store your gifts for you whilst you’re on honeymoon so you know they’re safe and sound.
LINEA KNIFE BLOCK IN CONTEMPORARY BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL; HOUSE OF FRASER.
n Instead of gifts, who not request that guests make donations to your chosen charity?
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HONEYMOON
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Our suggestions for the dream destinations to make the excitement of your wedding last that little bit longer! 1. Maldives - £4,000pp Enjoy an ultra luxurious private beach hut at Banyan Tree hotel.
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5. Mauritius £1,500pp White sands, blue oceans and breathtaking wildlife, one of the
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12-18 months to go
Choose your outfits and sort out your honeymoon! The honeymoon is a real treat, especially after the stress of organising your big day! To this end, it should be arranged well in advance.
COUNTDOWN Plan your wedding in a structured way and you’ll enjoy the build-up rather than causing yourself undue worry... 18-24 months to go Choose the date and venue! Many churches and civil ceremony venues need to be organised in advance, and your whole day will be planned around this date. Therefore, this should be your first port of call. Planning a wedding will seem
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extremely daunting. It’s at this stage that you should consider a wedding planner or using a wedding planning website such as www.ukbride.co.uk to assist you in what is ultimately a huge exercise in project management.
Because the bride’s dress will be the centre of attention, it takes a great deal of time to choose. This needs to be accomplished as early as possible, as the groom and all attendants will then choose their outfits in relation to this focal point.
6-12 months to go Well in advance, it’s a good idea to sort out rings and confirm the arrangements for the honeymoon, are your passports valid, for example? As the bride will probably have
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3-6 months to go Having shopped around for the cake and for flowers, make sure the details of these are confirmed and that they can be delivered a day before, or on the day at the latest. Brides, should already have approved the dress
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and been for a fitting, but it’s perhaps a good idea to have a second fitting around this time. Additionally, it’s prudent to organise a trial make-up session with your chosen beautician, ideally on the day you attend a dress fitting to ensure both work well together as you sweep down the aisle.
Contact all suppliers and confirm booking details and, if applicable, delivery arrangements. Organise stag and hen nights and if you’ve opted for a civil ceremony rather than a church ceremony, now is the time to make your civil application. Make sure that stationery has been ordered and sent out.
Less than a month! Make a nuptial announcement to the local press. Have a final fitting of dresses and morning suits. Send out thank-you letters for wedding presents as they arrive and finalise numbers for the reception venue. Sort out a list of dealers and suppliers with whom to check delivery details.
Less than a week ON THE MORNING OF YOUR WEDDING ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME TO PAMPER YOURSELF RATHER THAN GETTING READY IN A HURRY!
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Don’t panic if something unexpected happens family, friends and attendants are all there to ensure you have a wonderful day, and will help you overcome any last minute hiccups!
1-2 months to go
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Have a dress rehearsal, checking your makeup and clothing. Arrange honeymoon suitcases and ensure you’ve bought every-
thing you need for going away – sun tan lotion, bikini, reading matter for on the beach. Make final checks for delivery from suppliers and confirm bookings, then relax and enjoy the build up to your special day!
Less than 24 hours Grooms, leave a short note telling your betrothed how much you love her and how much you’re looking forward to marrying her! GET YOUR HEN AND STAG NIGHTS OUT OF THE WAY WELL IN ADVANCE OF TH BIG DAY...!
“As long as you know the planning is under control, you can enjoy the build up to your wedding!” Fiona White, Editor www.UKbride.co.uk
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BRIDAL SHOES Belle www.paradoxlondon.com Benjamin Adams www.paradoxlondon.com Gabriella & Lucido www.gabriellaandlucido.com Hassall www.rainbowclub.co.uk Pink www.paradoxlondon.com Rainbow www.rainbowclub.co.uk
BRIDAL WEAR Alan Hannah www.allurebridals.com Alfred Angelo www.alfredangelo.com Alice James www.alice-james.co.uk Allure www.allurebridals.com Amanda Wyatt www.allurebridals.com Anna Bridal www.annasbridal.com Annie Laurie www.annielaurieheaddresses.co.uk Aphrodite www.aphroditebridalwear.co.uk Benjamin Roberts www.benjaminroberts.co.uk Bridal Gallery 9 Graham Road, Malvern Worcestershire WR14 2HR Tel: 01684 578444 Chandrika Thomas www.chandrikathomas.co.uk
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Giovanna www.giovannacouture.co.uk Glamour glamourbridalwear.com Gloria Estellés www.gloriaestelles.com Hollywood Dreams www.hollywooddreams.co.uk Ian Stuart www.ianstuart-bride.com Jasper Conran www.jasperconran.com Je T’aime www.jetaimebridal.co.uk Justin Alexander www.justinalexanderbridal.com Kelsey Rose www.kelseyrose.co.uk La Sposa www.splasposa.com Linea Raffaelli www.linearaffaelli.com Ninety 3 www.93collections.com Posh Pins www.posh-pins.com Pronuptia www.pronuptia.co.uk Raimon Bundó www.raimonbundo.com Renaissance 123 High Street, Newport Shropshire TF10 7BB Tel: 01952 814631 Roz la Kelin www.rozlakelin.com Sassi Holford www.sassiholford.com
The Dressing Rooms 24 Manor Lane, Lapal, Halesowen West Midlands B62 8PY Tel: 01214 232777
CAKES Couture Cakes 07968 596912 www.couture-cakes.co.uk Sussex Cake Creations 0845 224 1591 www.sussexcakecreations.co.uk
CATERERS Ascari Catering 13 West Street, Hereford Herefordshire HR4 0BX Tel: 01432 265147 Hughes Caterers The Fox Complex, Severn Road Welshpool, Powys SY21 7AZ Tel: 01938 553366 K.B. Catering The Birche, Shelsey Beauchamp Worcester, Worcs WR6 6RD Tel: 01886 812251
CONFETTI The Real Flower Petal Confetti Co Wyke Manor, Main Street, Wick Pershore, Worcs WR10 3NZ Tel: 01386 555045
ENTERTAINMENT Abba Gold www.spotonentertainment.co.uk Bee Gees Fever www.beegeesfever.co.uk Bjorn Again www.bjornagain.co.uk Blues Brothers www.henderson-management.co.uk
Charlotte Balbier www.charlottebalbier.com
Sincerity www.sinceritybridal.com
Complice Stalo Theodorou www.complice-st.com
Stevies www.steviesgowns.co.uk
Bootleg Beatles www.bootlegbeatles.co.uk
Designs On You Bridal Studio 15 Sutton Oak Corner, Streetly Sutton Coldfield, Warks B74 2DH Tel: 01213 534594
Suzanne Bridal Wear 115 Penhill Crescent, St. Johns Worcester, Worcs WR2 5PU Tel: 01905 421030
Contraband Events www.contrabandevents.com
Donna Salado www.donnasalado.com
Sweetheart www.sweetheartgowns.com
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Dan Gifford Magician & Entertainer 150 Ainsdale Road, Western Park Leicester, Leicestershire LE3 0UB Tel: 0116 2852150
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Fireworks for Weddings www.fireworks4weddings.co.uk
Matalan www.matalan.co.uk
First Dance www.firstdance.co.uk
Mulberry Hall 01904 620736 www.mulberryhall.co.uk
Guild of Toastmasters www.guildoftoastmasters.co.uk John’s Elton www.johnselton.co.uk Piper for Hire www.pipeforhire.co.uk Red7 www.redsevenleisure.co.uk Skyads 01843 836439 www.airads.co.uk
FLORIST Flowers & Plants Association www.flowers.org.uk. Flower House 4 Broad Street, Ross on Wye Herefordshire HR9 7DZ Tel: 01989 566200 John Wood’s Flower Centres Ltd 3a Salter Street, Stafford Staffordshire ST16 2JU Tel: 01785 258173 Orangery Flowers 0845 257 2921 www.orangeryflowers.co.uk. Singletons Flowers 527 Bristol Road, Selly Oak Birmingham, West Midlands B29 6AU Tel: 01214 722575
GIFTS Debenhams www.debenhams.com Harrods www.harrods.com House of Fraser 0845 602 1073 www.houseoffraser.co.uk John Lewis 08456 049 049 www.johnlewis.com Next 0844 844 8939 www.next.co.uk Marks & Spencer 0845 302 1234 www.marksandspencer.com
The Convenience Company Lower House, Tyberton Nr Madley, Herefordshire HR2 9PT Tel: 01981500753
MARQUEES
Pressies For Princesses www.pressies4princesses.co.uk Prezzy Box 0844 2495 007 www.prezzybox.com
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Arabian Marquees www.arabiantents.com
The Perfume Shop 0845 601 1950. www.theperfumeshop.com
Classic Marquees Rosebank House, Rosebank London Road, Worcester Worcestershire WR5 2DZ Tel: 01905 355590
JEWELLERY Alfred Terry 020 8446 9020 www.alfredterry.com The Ring Workshop Unit 4, The Village Workshop Units Foxen Manor Business Park Four Crosses, Powys, Shropshire SY22 6ST Tel: 01691 828145
Accasion Marquees Ltd Cheriton House, Old Station Yard Eardisley, Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6NS Tel: 01544 327298
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Hanbury Marquees Becks Farm House, School Road, Hanbury Droitwich, Worcs WR9 7EA Tel: 01527 821988
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LINGERIE Aphrodite 4 Charles Street, Worcester Worcestershire WR1 2AQ Tel: 01905 27005 Chantelle www.chantelle.com Figleaves www.figleaves.com Lucette www.lucette.co.uk
Jocasta’s Marquees www.jocastasgroup.net Llangwathan Marquee Hire Maes-Y-Garn, Llanigon, Hereford, Herefordshire HR3 5RQ Tel: 01497 847258 Ridgeway Marquees Ltd 74 Avenue Road, Astwood Bank Redditch, Worcestershire B96 6AT Tel: 01527 892731
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Formal Affair 2a Darwall Street, Walsall, West Midlands WS1 1DA Tel: 01922 620208
A Plush Flush Yew Tree Farm, Eaton Bishop Ruckall, Hereford Herefordshire HR2 9QX Tel: 01981 250872 Border Loos Cheriton House, Old Station Yard Eardisley, Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6NS Tel: 01544 327298
Formal Affair 6 Smallbrook Queensway Birmingham, West Midlands B5 4EN Tel: 0121 6334775 Formal Affair 6 Olton Road, Shirley, Solihull West Midlands B90 3EN Tel: 0121 7338862
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Formal Affair 12-14 Percy Street, Hanley Stoke-on-Trent, Staffs ST1 1NE Tel: 01782 212848 Formal Affair 30 Birmingham Road Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B72 1QQ Tel: 0121 3557566 Formal Affair 43 Bull Street, West Bromwich West Midlands B70 6EU Tel: 0121 5254428 Formal Affair Tame Park, Off Ninian Way Wilnecote, Tamworth Staffs B77 5DY Tel: 01827 261177
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Oni Onik www.oni-onik.be Pamela of Henley 99 High Street, Henley-In-Arden West Midlands B95 5AT Tel: 01564 792903 Paule Vasseur www.Paule-Vasseur.co.uk Peter Martin www.petermartingroup.com She Devil 2-4 High Street, May Bank Newcastle-under-Lyme Staffordshire ST5 0JB Tel: 01782 710998
PHOTOGRAPHY Abby Wilkes Ltd Fair Lea, 104 Tanworth Lane Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands B90 4DF Tel: 01217 459926
Lavenders of London www.lavendersoflondon.com
Alistair Cowin Photography 43 Bromyard Road, Worcester Worcestershire WR2 5BZ Tel: 01905 421924
Peter Posh www.peterposh.com
MILLINERY Get Ahead Hats www.getaheadhats.co.uk
MOTHER OF THE BRIDE Cattiva www.petermartingroup.com Condici www.condici.co.uk Dorothy Helen 13 High Street, Uttoxeter Staffordshire ST14 7HN Tel: 01889 563345 Ispirato www.ispirato.co.uk John Charles www.johncharles.co.uk Millarde Fashions 396 Birmingham Road Wylde Green, Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B72 1YJ Tel: 01213 734834
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Formal Affair 69a Darlington Street Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV1 4ND Tel: 01902 715377
Nicholas Smith Phoenix House, 1 New Street Worcester, Worcs WR1 2DN Tel: 01905 726900
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British Institute of Professional Photographer www.bipp.com Czimmerl Photography 01522 544025 www.czimmerlstudio.com Ian Forshaw Photography 10 Plough Lane, Newport Shropshire TF10 8BS Tel: 07947 724159 Image 21 Lloyd Farm, Hales, Market Drayton Shropshire TF9 2PS Tel: 01630 655691
The Master Photographer’s Association www.tmpa.com M L B Photography 71 Rockford Road, Birmingham West Midlands B42 1JY Tel: 01213 582650 Orangebug Photos www.orangebug.co.uk Tel: 07766 257061 Photo Techniques 142 St. Judes Avenue, Studley Warwickshire B80 7JE Tel: 01527 857035 Purelight by Sam & Glen 01636 673 800 www.wearepurelight.com Society of Wedding Photographers www.swpp.co.uk Sue Lloyd Weddings 129c Farleigh Road, Pershore Worcestershire WR10 1JX Tel: 01386 554668
STATIONERY & FAVOURS All About Party Bags www.allaboutpartybags.co.uk Beachcombers www.cardsbybeachcombers.co.uk Belarto Limited www.belarto.co.uk Blissful Designs www.blissfuldesigns.co.uk Bonne Fête www.bonnefete-hire.co.uk Brambles Weddings www.brambles-weddings.co.uk
John Quinn Photography 18 English Walls, Owestry Shropshire SY11 2PA Tel: 01691 657555
Cammar Designs www.cammardesigns.co.uk
Keylight Photography 147 Tamworth Road, Wood End Atherstone, Warwickshire CV9 2QQ Tel: 01827 875643
Chic Wedding Boutique www.chicweddingboutique.uk.com
Ketch 22 Photography 32 Kings Meadow, Wigmore Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 9UX Tel: 01568 770844
Cherry Blossom Favours www.cherryblossomfavours.com
Cocoon Party www.cocoonparty.co.uk Confetti Direct 01386 555045 www.confettidirect.co.uk
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Daisy Shop 01323 896807 www.daisyshop.co.uk Doodle & Dine www.doodlendine.com Dreams To Reality www.dreams-to-reality.co.uk I Do Wedding Favours www.idoweddingfavours.co.uk Juicy Lucy Designs www.juicylucyweddings.co.uk Little Willow Designs 0845 055 3263 www.littlewillowdesigns.co.uk Lovely Favours www.lovelyfavours.co.uk Made by Millie & Me www.millieandme.net Mandalay www.mandalaybride.co.uk Monster Parties www.monsterparties.co.uk Nickelsons www.nickelsons.co.uk Paper Monkeys www.papermonkeys.co.uk Pink Polar Limited www.pink-polar.co.uk Rani Deshpande www.ranideshpande.com Tables of Perfection www.tablesofperfection.co.uk Talking Tables www.talkingtables.co.uk. The Last Detail www.thelastdetail.co.uk The Little Orchard Press www.littleorchardpress.co.uk
K C Horse Weddings Brick House Farm, Bowley Lane Hereford, Herefordshire HR1 3LG Tel: 01568 797776
Old Rectory Hotel Lowe Hill Road, Wern Shropshire SY4 5UA Tel: 01939 233233
Signature Car Hire www.signaturecarhire.co.uk
Stone House Hotel Stafford Road, Stone Staffordshire ST15 0BQ Tel: 01785 815531
We Are First Services 39A Croydon Road, Bournbrook Birmingham, West Midlands B29 7BS Tel: 01212 426333
VENUE
The Greswolde Hotel High Street, Knowle, Solihull West Midlands B93 0LL Tel: 01564 772711
Albright Hussey Hotel Ellesmere Road, Broad Oak Shrewsbury Shropshire SY4 3AF Tel: 01939 290571
The Manor Watt Place, Cheadle Staffordshire ST10 1NZ Tel: 01538 753450
Ardencote Manor Hotel Lye Green Road, Claverton Warwickshire CV35 8LT Tel: 01926 843111
The Meynell Ingram Arms Abbots Bromley Road, Hoar Cross Burton on Trent, Staffordshire DE13 8RB Tel: 01283 575202
Billesley Manor Hotel Billesley, Alcester Warwickshire B49 6NF Tel: 01789 279955 Hawkstone Park Hotel Weston-under-Redcastle Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 5UY Tel: 01939 200611 Hilton Bromsgrove Brimingham Road, Bromsgrove Worcestershire B61 0JB Tel: 01214 477888 Holdfast Cottage Hotel Marlbank Road, Little Malvern Malvern, Worcestershire WR13 6NA Tel: 01684 310288 Izaaks Waltons Cottage Worston Lane, Shallowford Nr Stafford, Staffordshire ST15 0PA Tel: 01785 619130
TRANSPORT
Netley Hall Estate Dorrington, Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7JZ Tel: 01743 718339
Beetle Drive (UK) Ltd The Old Bakery, 109 Watling Street Grendon, Warwickshire CV9 2PH Tel: 01827 709045
Old Court Hotel Symonds Yat West, Whitchurch Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire HR9 6DA Tel: 01600 890367
Chauffeured Classic Cars 2A Lower Bar, Newport Shropshire TF10 7BQ Tel: 01952 814606
Old Rectory Hotel Ipsley Lane, Ipsley, Redditch Worcestershire B98 0AP Tel: 01527 523000
A Wedding Less Ordinary www.aweddinglessordinary.co.uk
The Mill Hotel Alveley, Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 6HL Tel: 01746 780437 The Shropshire Golf Centre Granville Park, Muxton, Telford Shropshire TF2 8PQ Tel: 01952 677800 Wroxall Abbey Estate Birmingham Road, Wroxall Warwickshire CV35 7NB Tel: 01926 486740
VIDEOGRAPHY Brian Sheehan Video www.bsvideo.co.uk Institute of Videographers www.iov.com Treasured Memories Videography 53 Weatheroak Close, Redditch Worcestershire B97 5TF Tel: 01527 550852
WEDDING ORGANISERS Harmony Wedding 221 Malvern Road, Worcester Worcestershire WR2 4NR Tel: 01905 428163
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