Articles

A selection of articles on everything from inspiring ideas on venues and jewellery to tips on how to keep to your budget. If you’d like to read real stories about weddings, go to our Real Weddings page.

Wedding Shoes

A step by step guide to choosing the perfect shoes for your perfect day.

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Making a Speech

Have you got a wedding speech to make? Are you counting down the minutes until you have to face a roomful of friends and relatives with nothing but a handful of quips and some hastily scribbled notes for comfort? Well don’t worry, because we’ve been there, done that, and want to pass on our advice.

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Piece of Cake!

The cake is usually the centre piece of the reception and its cutting and consumption a matter of real ceremony.

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Hen Do’s & Don’ts

Before organising a hen do, make sure you’ve checked our definitive list of what to do, and what not to do, to make it a night she’ll be proud of.

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The Locks of Love

Your hair can make or mar your entire outfit and as you will be the centre of attention at your wedding, it is essential your hair looks its very best. Whether you’re thinking of having a classic up-do, a Boho down-do or something in between-do, preparation is the order of the day.

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The Gift List

There was a time when receiving wedding gifts meant being in possession of a great many duplications. Givers lacking guidance, imagination or inspiration, usually went for the obvious which usually meant household linen in vast quantities often of a totally unsuitable style or pattern. Fortunately all that has been solved by the institution of the Wedding Gift List.

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First Dance: Shake Your Tail Feather

On the night of your wedding, there’s one final hurdle to overcome. Most fumble through it, there's huge pressure to perform and it only lasts for about three minutes. No, it’s not the consummation of your marriage - it’s your first dance.

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Budgeting: Ask Your Guests to Contribute To Your Wedding

A major new study into the UK’s wedding spend habits has revealed a fascinating new trend; the rise of the ‘guest-funded wedding’ – as brides-to-be shun traditional wedding lists in favour of hard cash to fund their big day.

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Grooms are Grooming

Brides seem to know everything there is about preparing and beautifing for their big day. But it's fair to sat Grooms often overlook their own styling and primping needs.

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An Asian Occasion: Traditions from Mysterious and Romantic Asia

For as long as couples have been getting married, the rites and customs of their cultures have played a pivotal role in their marriage ceremonies. As time marches forward and families unite, these rituals uphold tradition and are a wonderful opportunity to celebrate a couples faith and culture.

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Bridal Gown Slim Down: Drop Those Pounds

Your Wedding speaks to American superstar celebrity trainer Jay Johnson.

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Dream Wedding Themes

From medieval banquets to Caribbean beach barbecues, themed weddings are becoming increasingly fashionable.

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Weddings at Walton Hall

When it comes to a romantic event there is no place like the stunning luxury of Walton Hall, by The Hotel Collection

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Wedding Jewellery and Accessories

How to create the ideal blend on your special day, by Abraham Reichman

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Wedding Entertainment with The Jaguars

Whether you're looking for the right band to help you celebrate a wedding, anniversary or birthday - or even for some fabulous entertainment for your company's corporate event, The Jaguars offer a perfect package.

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Set The Scene Vintage Hire

If you have the desire for ‘something old’ but charming and exquisite then, Set the Scene Vintage hire is just the place to call.

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Wedding Traditions From Asia

For as long as couples have been getting married, the rites and customers of their cultures have played a pivotal role in their marriage ceremonies. As time marches forward and families unite, these rituals uphold tradition and are a wonderful opportunity to celebrate a couples' faith and culture.

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Wedding Flowers

Weddings are mostly elaborate affairs where flowers play a major role. Aside from your gorgeous dress and what a stunning couple you both are, flowers are one of the main talking points among your guests. Flower power rules!

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Underneath It All

British Model and former Miss Great Britain divulges her divine lingerie advice for your big day (and night).

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Till Death Do You Party

You are now husband and wife, but your special day is far from over and choosing the right entertainment for you and your guests is essential to ensure your reception is one to be remembered for all the right reasons.

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The Thin Line

Calling all brides - fear not! There is still time to attain those slender curves (gaining a glowing complexion along the way), even in the midst of chaotic wedding planning.

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Specially Selected Settings

So you're getting married! It’s time to think of the perfect setting to celebrate your big day. But with so many fantastic venues to choose from, how do you know which is best for you? Your Wedding takes a look at some of the types of venues on offer for your special day.

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Rock Stars

From classic round to cutting edge princess, Your Wedding discovers what your diamond shape choice says about you.

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Hollywood Smile

Pam Ayres used to say: “Oooo I wish I’d looked after me teeth.” I just say: “Oooo I wish I’d had me some good dental insurance.” Well… That and a better sense of balance maybe.

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Here Comes The Guide

After several years working for the elite and chic of British Society, Emma Summers and Georgina Reames created ‘Savile Rose,’ one of the world’s most prestigious wedding and event planning companies. Your Wedding caught up with the power pair for their expert advice and guidance in planning a wedding.

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A Guide to Vintage Weddings

Over recent years, the idea of a vintage-styled wedding has become more and more popular with brides-to-be. Your Wedding looks into the all-important elements of creating your perfect vintage themed day.

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The Fun Way to Feeling Fab

Gymophobics, in Redditch, was recently awarded the accolade ‘UK Ladies Gym of the Year’, provides a friendly non intimidating environment where women of all shapes, size and age are made to feel extremely welcome

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Frock Star

Choosing your wedding dress is such an exciting process. However, it can also be quite stressful as it's just so incredibly important to choose the right one. There are various roles your dream dress needs to fulfill if it's going to measure up to 'Frock Star' status:

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Beauty Q&A

Maria Stokes answers a few of the questions from some local brides-to-be.

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Advice For The Groom

Even if you personally don’t know or care why it’s so important to have the bone coloured invitations as opposed to ivory... just go with it fellas!

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Cake Expectations

Throughout the ages, many wedding cake traditions have been baked and served to generations of wedding goers the world over.

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