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DEPUTY EDITOR Payal Nair EDITORIAL Sub-Editor/Features Writer: Sami Rahman Junior Features Writer: Sheeffah Shiraz Fashion & Beauty Co-ordinator: Nadia Butt Fashion Assistant: Mena Biring Office Assistant: Sabia Begum PRODUCTION Senior Designer: Robert Grzesinski Senior Designer: Malgorzata Doniec Junior Designer: Alex Heath ADVERTISING Group Managing Director: Steve Isles Sales Team Leader: Ricky Chera Fashion Sales Executive: Zartasha Khan Fashion Sales Executive: Roshni Gohil EVENTS AND MARKETING Events Supervisor: Sapna Khosla Events Executive: Mehek Radhakishen Distribution Executive: Kiran Gohil Office Assistant: Sandeep Bhangal CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Yanar Alkayat; Angela Donovan; Ashok Kalia; Ranjna Kashyap; Manju Malhi; Paloma Minter; Regina Motalib; Zekra Rahman; Zyleen PHOTOGRAPHY: Rima Darwash; FK Creatives; Georgia Glynn-Smith; Jonathan Goldsmith; Kuoni Images; Nadiya Malik; Beena Menon; Rukon Miah; Hiten Ondhia; Varsha Ondhia; Pearly Photography; Amsterdam Toerisme & Congres Bureau; Turespaña; www.audleytravel.com; www.gototurkey.com

Editor’s Letter The wedding season is upon us once more, and I am surrounded by friends and colleagues all at various stages of planning their big day. I find myself offering advice on colour schemes, cake choices, shoe styles, and even honeymoon options. Every bride wants her special day to be perfect and for things to go as planned, whether it be the priest arriving on time, to the flowers being that exact shade of magenta, to the tablecloths having the right amount of lace trimming!

Mindful of the ‘bridezilla’ that is lurking within most brides (a soon to be married friend had a hissy fit in a shop because another woman dared to enquire about the same sari!) we have compiled an essential wedding guide to make the planning process a little less stressful.

The industry experts give you their advice on page 22, and on page 26 we show you how to avoid those on-the-day mishaps. Turn to page 32 for the latest bridal must-haves, whilst on page 36 real brides reveal how they planned their weddings.

Select the finest table décor, cakes, flowers and more from the new look planning section (from page 33).

Photography & Artwork: Kasam Shaffi STYLING & MODELS: Adreena; Davide Barbieri; Paromita Dasgupta; FK Creatives; Kiran Malik; Farooq Malik; Purdip Mutti; Sapna Pabbi; Raheela; Kiran Shergill; Anita Ubhi; Nina Ubhi; Zanib Zindalli

We show you how to rock the aisle with our larger Fashion and Style section (from page 94). From Vera Wang designer bridal gowns to traditional Rajasthani outfits and the latest lengha styles, we have your fashion needs covered. And we haven’t forgotten about the grooms either, as we bring you the best guy gifts and gadgets (from page 208).

With even more big day beauty tips, bridal accessories, real weddings, honeymoon ideas and all the highlights from The Asian Bride Shows in London and Birmingham – this bumper issue will take care of all your wedding needs.

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Behind The Scenes We caught up with Asian Bride Magazine competition winner Sukhjeevan Singh as he received his prize – a diamond engagement ring worth £1,800 from Embee Jewels of London – his fiancée is one lucky lady!

“I would like to say a big thank you to Asian Bride Magazine and Embee Jewels of London. I can’t believe that I actually won! It’s such a great feeling being a student and owning a diamond ring worth so much.” - Sukhjeevan Singh.

Ray Mumford hands the prize to Sukhjeevan

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“We are thrilled for the winner and wish him and his fiancée all the best for the future. We were delighted to collabEmbee Jewels’ directors orate with Asian Bride Magazine to run this competition.”

Ray Mumford (L) and David - Ray Mumford, Director, Embee Jewels of London.

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What’s new

FOR 2010?

Diamonds are (not) forever

If your wedding jewellery has left a huge dent in your wedding budget then Diamondthrills.com has the perfect solution. They offer a jewellery rental service for fine diamond jewellery. With a huge range of exquisite diamond earrings, necklaces, bangles and tiaras, all available for hire at prices that start from £50 per week, Diamond Thrills is Aphrodite Diamond Bangle, £475 for the perfect solution for the credit-crunch bride. What are k one wee you waiting for? Bring on the bling… www.diamondthrills.co.uk

Due to popular demand the Eden Project in Cornwall has opened its doors for couples wanting to get married in the beautiful surroundings of the iconic Biomes.

The Eden site offers a galaxy of spectacular settings in which couples can say ‘I do’. They can wed at the very top of the Rainforest Biome amid the lush foliage of the jungle, or in the fragrant surroundings of the Mediterranean Biome.

For something truly special, evening receptions can be held in the beautiful Mediterranean Biome. Low lights on the paths reflecting on the arching structure create the illusion of thousands of stars.

With a whole array of tailor-made wedding packages, including specialist food menus and themed reception halls, the Eden Project is set to be the sought after wedding venue of 2010. www.edenproject.com

Entertain the Kids

Tinies is a leading nanny agency that provides a mobile crèche service, perfect if you are expecting lots of little ones on your big day. Experienced, trained staff can transform any room or space into a play area, which is fun, stimulating, and most importantly – safe. www.tinies.com

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What’s hot in the world of weddings

Italian Romance Brides yearning for a Venetian style wedding don’t need to travel to Italy because the gondolas are waiting at one of Cheshire’s most stunning venues. Capesthorne Hall’s magnificent lakes are now available for Venetian-style weddings where newlyweds can sail around the lake in a gondola serenaded by a gondolier. www.capesthornepavilion.co.uk

I Shoe…

Every bride wants to look statuesque and beautiful on her wedding day and these shoes are sure to do the trick. We can’t seem to get over the sheer height of them!

Brocade shoes, £799, www.acnestudios.com

Little Black Book

Pontlands Park Wedding Show Chelmsford - 23rd May 2010 www.pontlandsparkhotel.co.uk

The UK Wedding Show Liverpool – 25th - 26th Aug 2010 Newcastle – 2nd - 3rd Oct 2010 www.theukweddingshows.co.uk

Confetti Queens Wedding Show Cumbria – 12th Aug 2010 www.confettiqueens.co.uk

The Designer Wedding Show London – 8th -10th Oct 2010 www.designerweddingshow.co.uk

The Asian Wedding Exhibition Alexandra Palace – Nov 2010 www.aweuk.com

The Dunstable Wedding Fair Luton - April 25 2010 www.marksevents.co.uk/ dunstableweddings

the wedding experience Kent – 4th July 2010 www.wedding-experience. co.uk

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These handy bridal boxes and index files from Harris & Jones are great for storing your wedding keepsakes, and the index files enable you to file your research, ideas and tips in one place. They are available in seven signature print designs with matching ribbon.

Index boxes are £35 www.harrisandjones.co.uk

Re-visit 1950s vintage glam in this fit and flare Silk Gazar coat dress

by Suzannah, £425 www.suzannah.com

ALL IN A GOOD CAUSE

Cancer Research UK has introduced a new line of charity wedding favours. The couple simply needs to make a minimum donation of £1 per guest and as a keepsake can request personalised favour cards and pin badges for their guests. Available in four designs, this is a great way to give to charity and say thank you to all those who celebrated your marriage www.giveincelebration.org

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Name plaque hearts, £5.50 each, www.peggyporschen.com Mini iced gingerbread love hearts, £6.99, www.messagemuffins.com

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Give your guests a memorable treat with these delicious wedding favours

Cool Britannia, £12.50 each, www.lvcc.co.uk

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Angelica fairy cake keepsake, £6.50,

Cupcake favour, prices vary,

Chocolate pot, £3.50,

www.everlastingwishes.com

www.forgoodnesscake.co.uk

www.ochreandocre.com

Bollywood cakes, £12.50 each, www.lvcc.co.uk

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Chocolate Fountains are extremely popular at weddings. There are many different dipping foods that you can provide.

Obvious choices are strawberries, mini donuts, waffles, marshmallows and profiteroles. For something more unique you could also go for pineapple, fudge brownies or for an Asian twist why not try it with Barfi or Jalebi

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Pastel PALETTE Pretty pieces set the mood for true love

Blaue Blume cake stand, £126 www.ofcabbages.co.uk

No7 brush collection, £13 www.boots.com

www.imanistudio.com

Natural extracts bathing roses, £4, www.tesco.com

Pretty in Pastel Shimmering eye and lip crayon, £4.50, www.barrym.com

Butterfly dreams ring cushions, £28.78, www.weddingparaphernalia.co.uk

Try a pastel colour scheme for your wedding in shades of; powder blue, baby pink, ivory, lilac and cream. Avoid making your big day look dull or washed out by using this theme sparingly or team it up with a brighter, bolder colour.

Pink corset bridal shower invitation, prices vary, www.janepress.com

Divinity shoe clips, £110 www.yarwoodwhite.com

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Aqua ribbon cake by Purita Hyam www.chocolateweddingcakes.co.uk

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Vintage ROMANCE Show the world your love with these cute wedding

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Sonnet ring, £1194, www.dominicwalmsley.com Heaven scent tear absorbing tissues, £3.95, www.pressies4princesses.co.uk

Hearts & Flowers The big day is all about you and your husband so why not make it personal for the both of you? Decorate your hall with a sentimental theme, incorporating hearts, flowers and teddy bears. In terms of colour, stick to romantic reds and pinks.

Pink love and heart cushions, £59, www.janconstantine.com EB by Erick Beamon cream enamel and pearl heart trinket, £10, www.debenhams.com

Bride and groom luggage tags, £12.95, www. gettingpersonal.co.uk Bath melts, £11.99 for 6, www.ecocentric.co.uk

Something special heart shaped soaps, £4, www.tesco.com

Naughty but nice lip gloss, £9.99 for 4, www.west-way.com

Suzy Smith lace heart bag, £35, www.oli.co.uk

Lola perfume by Marc Jacobs, £59.50, www.theperfumeshop.com

Love tea, £4.99, www.ecocentric.co.uk

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Bring out your traditional side with these ethnic-in

Fair Trade photo album, £24.95, www.pressies4princesses.co.uk Lac pendant in white, £15, www.alkinacollection.com

www.imanistudio.com

Kasmiri bangles, from £5, www.accessorize.com

Paisley cards, £8 for ten, www.paperhaveli.co.uk

Presentation wallet, £9, www.paperhaveli.co.uk

Ted Baker beauty bag, £6, www.boots.com

Chandelier earrings, £415, www.mounir.co.uk

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Bloom eyeshadow, £29.35, www.bnevertoobusytobebeautiful.com

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Kama Sutra bedside box, £35, www.forherfromyou.co.uk

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Bracher Emden butterfly bag, £310, www.houseoffraser.com

Brass oval trinket, £3, www.monsoon.com

Batik elephant, £9, www.fairwindonline.com

Contemporary Indian cake topper, from £19.98 each, www.weddingparaphernalia.co.uk

Sequinned sari hearts, £3.95 each, www.plumo.com

Ethnic Chic

Kama Sutra chocolate body paint, £9.95, www.forherfromyou.co.uk

Sari photo album, £17.99, www.ganesha.co.uk

Peacock feather gold organza pouch, £1.50 each, www.ranideshpande.com

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Ethnic inspired themes are extremely popular right now. Combine east and west by using this theme with the more traditional white. Or for a classic Indian-theme wedding stick to paisley prints, golds, rich reds and oranges. Recycle old saris by using them for table décor, cushion covers or stage décor.

The possibilities are endless.

Bollywood wash bag, £8.99, www.ganesha.co.uk

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1) Weatherproof outdoor art, £135, www.insideout-gardenart.co.uk 2) Weaver nest tea light holders, £10, www.fairwindonline.com 3) Freeze dried peony heads pack of 20, www.shropshirepetals.co.uk 4) Birdcage centrepiece, £12, www.lovelyfavours.co.uk 5) Moroccan star lantern, £7.99, www.tch.net

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1) Campana vase, £525, www.haddonston.com 2) Gas garden light, £29.99, www.drinkstuff.com 3) Gilded carved wood Buddha, £1450, www.theoldcinema.co.uk 4) Beaded flower garden lights, £19.99, www.tch.net 5) Light house lanterns, £15.95, www.menu.as

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1) Marquee??? www. marqueesofindia.co.uk 2) Mughal style tent, www.whitecanvastents. com 3) Marquee??? www. marqueesofindia.co.uk 4) Arabian style tent, www.marqueehire. com 5) Marquee??? www. marqueesofindia.co.uk 6) Outdoor marquee with windows, www. marqueehire.com 7) Grouped Tents, www.whitecanvastents. com 8) Pavilion by pool, www. whitecanvastents.com

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1) Silver & White Hearts Mix Metallic Confetti, £1.37 per bag, www.chloebeck.co.uk 2) Get The Party Started Confetti Table Torpedo £39.99, dinner distractions pack of 3 £8.99, table trivia box set of 4 £7.99, glittery sparklers pack of 10 £4.99, pretty poppers pack of 25 £5.99, posh poppers pack, www.confetti.co.uk 3) Elegantly Entertaining Shiny Sparklers, tin of 10 sparklers £4.25, www.thelastdetail.co.uk 4) Silver Disposable Camera, £2.45 each, www. thelastdetail.co.uk 5) Silver Glitter Butterflies, £14.00 pack of 24, www.thelastdetail.co.uk 6) Elegantly Entertaining Faceted Table Gems, £9.50, www.thelastdetail.co.uk 7) Votive candle holders, £10.50 pack of 3, www.thelastdetail.co.uk 8) Napkin Rings, £15, www.thelastdetail.co.uk 9) Glitter Camellia Individual Cake, £12.50 each, www.lvcc.co.uk

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1) Sweetie Favour Jars, mini filled dolly mixture favour jars, £1.99 each, pink/white polka dot ribbon, £3.99 a roll, www.confetti.co.uk 2) Pink Hydrangea Petals, £24.99 www.thelastdetail.co.uk 3) Rose Syrup, 50cl bottle, £12.95, www.simplyroses.com 4) Rose Heart Table, white heart table number holder, £4.99, foil table number cards pack of 10, £5.99, white ribbed favour boxes pack of 10, £5.99, pink chocolate heart, £12.99, foil place cards pack of 10, £2.99, silver heart place card holder, pack of 6, £9.99, www.confetti.co.uk 5) Selection of Butterflies, small glitter butterflies, pack of 24, £16.99, large glitter butterflies, pack of 48, £34.99, www.confetti.co.uk 6) Pretty in Pink, white 3 tier heart detail cake stand, £24.99, rose pink chiffon ribbon 16mm £3.99, rose pink satin ribbon 10mm, £1.99, www.confetti.co.uk 7) Pink Votive Candles, £3.99 for nine, www. confetti.co.uk 8) Dark Pink Wedding Flower Table Favour, £3.65, www.sarahsflowers.co.uk 8

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Bridal Lace Cake www.peggyporschen.com

White Daisyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; www.maisiefantaisie.co.uk

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A safe option is to go for a white cake.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elegant, simple and fuss-free. Avoid it looking too boring by adding a splash of colour or playing around with the shape. This could be anything from wrapping it with velvet ribbon to adding an extra tier for added height.

Love Hearts www.toogoodtoeat.co.uk

Flowers and Ribbon

Diamond Jasmine Rain

www.maisiefantaisie.co.uk

www.couture-cakes.co.uk

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Vintage Pink Rose

www.peggyporschen.com

www.tinak.co.uk

Floral

A floral cake is ideal for a spring/summer wedding. Brightly coloured flowers or icing are sure to add the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;wow-factorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. If you can stretch your budget why not add some fresh (clean!) flowers as decoration to the cake? It will make it look more elegant, not to mention the scent will be amazing.

IDEAL FOR SPRING

Wisteria

Blush Blossom

www.chocolateweddingcakes.co.uk

www.peggyporschen.com

Lilac Ascot

Peaches and Cream

www.chocolateweddingcakes.co.uk

Tropical Dream

www.tinak.co.uk

www.tinak.co.uk

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Royal Opulence Impress your guests with this life-sized wedding cake! If you are planning on inviting everyone you have ever known in your life, then let the cake do the talking â&#x20AC;Ś

Royal Opulence www.bedazzledcakes.co.uk

Hello dolly www.lvcc.co.uk

Luxury

A new trend is to incorporate your wedding jewellery into your cake.

Dazzle your guests with a Swarovski cake, or add pearls for extra decadence. You could also add a glitzy cake topper, which actually looks like jewellery.

Cascading Pearls Miniature Cakes

Gold Quenton Drapes,

www.couture-cakes.co.uk

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Velvet was huge in the winter and still is for spring. This black and white creation looks stylish and elegant

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A unique cake is sure to get your guests talking.

Some bakers will let you design your own cake and depending on their expertise, the sky’s the limit. Go for a design that fits in with your theme or personalise it so it’s special for you and your husband. You can be as grand or wacky as you like but be warned – it may look too good to cut!

En Vogue www.bedazzledcakes.co.uk

Dotty www.tinak.co.uk So Gucci …

For the Fashionista bride this classic style Gucci bag cake has your name on it … and by this we mean that you can personalise it with yours and your hubby’s name and wedding date – best get the photos taken quickly before it’s eaten! It’s easy to customise your wedding cake, simply take a picture of the item you want to recreate to your cake designer and voila!

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Silver Siren Make your entrance in this metallic silver strapless full-length gown with ribbon, sequin and crystal embellishment.

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Purple Rain This soft taffeta gown lengthens the body with its ruche bodice and has glimmering beaded embellishments highlighting the sweetheart neckline.

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Get a sexy smoulder with the new Bobbi Brown Eyeliner Duo in Black. Apply it with a slanted brush for an intense cat-eye look.

STED TRIED ANDbestTE long lasting lipsticks

The AB girls road tested the them … on the market – here’s how they rated CLINIQUE HIGH IMPACT LIP COLOUR, £14.50 This vivid, bright red lipstick stayed on for ages – it was still on my lips the next morning! The only problem was that it dried my lips out a lot and I kept having to apply lip balm.

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BOBBI BROWN LIP COLOUR IN RAISIN, £15.50 The texture of this lippy was really creamy and soft but it started to come off after i’d eaten and so I had to reapply it a few times.

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ESTEE LAUDER DOUBLE WEAR LIPSTICK IN STAY SCARLET, £15.50 I loved the colour of this lipstick!

It compliments Asian skin really well and it stayed on for the entire day. The texture was also really moist so I didn’t need to keep reapplying it.

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MAC LIPSTICK IN RUBY WOO, £12.50 The blue undertone of this lipstick makes it the perfect red colour for Asian women.

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The Floral Collection lavender foaming bath essence, £3, Marks & Spencer

Essentials Everything you need to stay looking your best on the big day…

Coconut body scrub, £12, £12.20, The Body Shop

Smooth skin hair reduction, £299, Boots Smooth and renew body loofah mitt, £5 The Body Shop

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Keep your skin soft and glowing on the big day by using a body scrub once a week. Then, slather some body butter on to damp skin to lock in moisture. For an extra glow use a tinted body cream.

Earth Spa Himalayan rock salt body scrub, £9.50, Marks & Spencer Jemma Kidd showstopper body glow, £13 Asos.com

Diamond hold and shine hairspray, £3.50, L’oreal

Schwarzkopf time restore conditioner, £7.95, www.thesalonlook.com

Naked coco de mer body butter, £4.89, www.missbollywood.com

Ricci Ricci perfume by Nina Ricci, £27.99, www.superdrug.com

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Rodial stretch mark eraser, £78, Rodial body sculpture, £95, www.rodial.co.uk

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Avoid getting a break-out of spots on your big day by using a serum regularly.

Apply it overnight to wake up with smooth, clear skin.

Derma genesis serum concentrate, £17.61, www.loreal-paris.co.uk

Cellular radiance concentrate pure gold, £345, www.laprairie.com

Advanced night repair, £36, Estee Lauder

Clarifying lotion, £14, www.clinique.co.uk

Bliss peeling groovy facial serum, £48 Asos.com

Even better skin tone correcting moisturiser SPF 20, £32, www.clinique.co.uk

Essence of skin caviar eye complex, £74, w ww.laprairie.com

Korres Wildrose Compact Powder £20 www.asos.com

Lip conditioner, £9, www.maccosmetics.co.uk

Suki foaming cleanser, £28.50, Asos.com

Benefit lip plump, £14.25, Asos.com

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Eyeshadow palette, £21, Estee Lauder

Gloss to go, £26, Estee Lauder

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Heated lash curler, £18, www.blincuk.co.uk

Invest in a mini make-up palette that can be used for touch-ups during your wedding. Many brands have small travel versions of lip glosses and eyeshadow which can be carried around throughout the day

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Fashion Entice your new hubby with our pick of the sexiest first night lingerie

Lurex lace long line bra set, bra £8, suspender £6, thong £4, www.matalan.co.uk

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Genevieve bra and brief, bra £22, brief £10, www.annsummers.com Pink pinstripe padded bra and shorts, bra £6, shorts £4, www.matalan.co.uk Ruby red bra and brief, bra, £35, brief £20, www.ultimo.co.uk

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Luxury lace bra and short, bra £25, short £10, www.annsummers.com

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Kara balcony bra, £29, Brief, £14 Fantasie

Diamante babydoll, £40, www.annsummers.com

Midnight bra and brief, bra £18, brief £8, www.knickerbox.co.uk

Burnout black bra and thong, bra £26, thong £12, www.ultimo.co.uk

Lepel black floral embroidered bra £24, thong £12, www.houseoffraser.co.uk WWW.ASIANBRIDEMAGS.COM

Boudoir style bra £6, knickers with suspenders £4, George at ASDA

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Angelica babydoll in ruby, babydoll £139, www.myla.com

Carlotta strapless corset in red, corset £185, thong £25, Fauve

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Lejaby purple dotted bra £47, brief £44, www.houseoffraser.co.uk

Elle Macpherson pink sheer ribbon patterned bra £34, brief £22, www.houseoffraser.co.uk

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The Grand Water Villas are perched majestically on sturdy platforms above the lagoon, facing westwards and offer stunning views of dazzling Maldivian sunsets.

When Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie (aka Stacy Ferguson) tied the knot with US actor Josh Fergie & Duhamel at the beginning of Josh Duhamel 2009, there was only one place on their minds to recover from the excitement of their big day - couples’ The Maldives is high on price but also favourite, the Maldives. high on style and choice. Because the The loved up pair opted for One&Only’s Reethi Rah resort in the Northern Atoll area of the islands Reethi Rah Resort comprises of all-luxury villas, many complete with their own sandy beach or private deck over the lagoon.

The two-bedroom Grand Beach Villa is the largest option in resort and hidden among tropical foliage, with private access to the lagoon and beach. Shady verandas provide a generous outdoor seating area.

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islands are so small, they pack in as much variety as they can and nowhere is this more apparent than in the huge choice of restaurants and bars. Fergie and Josh were seen by locals enjoying a variety of seafood delicacies.

There are too many delicious eateries to mention but Tapasake is one of the most popular. Easily comparable to London’s top Japanese restaurants, this over-water venue combines incredible sunset views with contemporary Eastern cuisine. www.oneandonlyresorts.com

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Peter Philips & Autumn Kelly South Africa What could be more romantic than spending your honeymoon in the wilds of Africa?

Peter Philips, son of the Princess Royal, and his bride Autumn Kelly stayed at Tuningi Safari Lodge in South Africa, following their wedding last year. The five-star resort is situated in the world renowned Madikwe Game Reserve.

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at around £300 per person, per night.

Flights from London to Johannesburg start at around £500 per person with Virgin Atlantic.

Madikwe Air offers a transfer from Johannesburg to Madikwe departing daily. Passengers are

The exclusive villas are designed to combine the Colonial African interior decor with the bush through retractable doors and windows. Tuningi Safari Lodge can accommodate 16 guests in exclusive villas and the lodge itself has been designed in such a way that it can be divided for families, intimate groups or people in search of utter privacy.

Little Tuningi offers even more decadence and is set in ultra secluded surroundings with just six villas, complete with kitchen, dining room, lounge, wrap around wooden deck and private pool.

As night falls and you return from your afternoon game drive, it will be time for your bush extravaganza dinner prepared

by Tuningi’s executive chef. Prices start

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met from incoming international flights at Johannesburg Airport where they are transferred to the executive lounge and offered a complimentary bar service and shower facilities.

Flight bookings must be made at least seven days prior to flying www.tuningi.com www.virginatlantic.com www.madikwe-game-reserve.co.za

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Rachel Stevens & Alex Bourne Seychelles Pop princess Rachel Stevens married her prince charming, Alex Bourne, in August 2009, before jetting off to the exclusive Indian Ocean resort of Labriz on Silhouette Island. The third largest island in the Seychelles is 45 minutes by boat, or 15 minutes by helicopter, from the capital Mahe’s airport and one of the most exclusive resorts in the region.

So what can you expect from Labriz? For the most luxurious Silhouette experience, choose one of the nine Ocean Pavilions - each one of the spacious villas featuring a pool set in a private garden. The fivestar Labriz embodies the rare beauty of the Seychelles while providing modern

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luxurious comfort. Take time out to relax at the Aquum Spa, located on the rocks emerging from the magnificent island jungle. From the mountainside suites set on stilts amidst massive boulders, therapists offer massage and a wide range of body Rachel Stevens treatments. & Alex Bourne

You’ll find a number of activities to choose from, including scuba diving, water sports, fitness centre and tennis courts. The dining options are endless, ranging from local Creole cuisine, to Japanese and Italian.

Labriz promises island intimacy and that you will feel like you have escaped the real world and found the ideal paradise

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for an amorous escape, just for the two of you. The resort’s honeymoon package includes an hour-long couples’ massage with personalised attention, champagne delivered to your bungalow or villa, and a private dinner under the light of the moon.

You can book the package from five nights or more and this will set you back £580 per couple on top of the cost of your room.

A popular excursion on Seychelles travel itineraries is to Praslin Island, which is home to primeval Seychelles forests, including rare Coco de Mer trees and is the last habitat of the endangered Black Parrot. Many locals and travellers believe the site to be the original Garden of Eden.

Flights from London to Mahe start at £498, flying with Air France via Paris. www.labriz-seychelles.com

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Rio Ferdinand & Rebecca Ellison

coconut palms lining calm, protected waters for excellent windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling, and other watersports.

Caribbean

Honeymoon, the resort’s most

intimate

beach

There was no expense spared

near

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Point,

when

and

offers only two lounge

Rebecca Ellison said: “I do” in

chairs beneath a single

front of 100 friends and family

thatched hut. Island

on the lesser known Peter Island

tradition dictates that

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Ferdinand

in the Caribbean last year.

The largest private island in the

Rio Ferdinand & Rebecca Ellison

lovers should visit the

rooms, suites and villas. Rio and Rebecca

beach at least once

stayed in Falcon’s Nest Villa, which will set

during their stay.

you back a pretty penny. A more reasonable

British Virgin Islands, it’s the

option is the Ocean View rooms, which start

perfect destination for couples looking for

Big Reef Bay lies a short walk across the

from £400 per night. Ocean View rooms

a distinctly private retreat.

hillside from Deadman’s Bay. Stretching

are located near the pool and Tradewinds

three-quarters of a mile, its brilliant wave-

restaurant and bar. Each has a view of the

Peter Island Resort offers guests a level

crashing shoreline is idyllic for beach

gardens and ocean. Deadman’s Beach is only

of service second to none, in settings

combing and romantic sunset walks. The

a five minute walk. With a private terrace,

of true tranquillity, with its beautiful

resort’s fitness trail also winds along this

there’s a fine line between the end of nature

beaches, rejuvenating spa, comfortable

palm-lined beach. Peter Island Resort’s

outside and your inside surroundings.

accommodation and delightfully fresh and

focus on peace and tranquillity is illustrated

inspired cuisine, combined to provide an

by the lack of a single parking lot, private

Getting to Peter Island is quite easy too.

unparalleled tropical escape. It is surrounded

car or street, televisions to distract relaxing

Fly to nearby Barbados with Virgin and get

by the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea,

vacations with a touch of the remote and

a connecting flight into Beef Island airport

Drake’s Channel, six breathtaking bays, and

any structures rising higher than the mast

on the island of Tortola, right next to Peter

20 secluded coves.

of a 40 foot yacht.

Island. You’ll then be transferred to Peter Island by private yacht or helicopter. AB

Deadman’s Bay holds the largest and most

Guests can choose between a number of

spectacular beach which has towering

different levels of accommodation, including

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We Are (The) Family The UK was gripped by the hilarious and poignant antics of The Family – a flyon-the-wall Channel 4 series which snooped into the lives of a British Indian family.

The recent wedding of the stars of the show Sunny and Shay saw viewing figures soar as audiences tuned in to see a wedding day filled with love, laughter and tears …

The Couple: Mandeep (AKA Sunny) and Gursharonjit (AKA Shay) Grewal The Wedding: 8th August 2009 The Location: London What He Does: Security Officer What She Does: HR Recruitment Consultant

When Sunny Met Shay Eldest son Sunny, 33 is nine years older than wife Shay, 24. Despite several setbacks in their relationship and Shay’s strained relationship with her own mother, love conquered all in 2005 when the couple had their registry office marriage. Four years later they finally tied the knot in traditional style with a big Sikh wedding.

Shay says: “We first met at Sunny’s friend’s wedding. Our first date was just as friends. Sunny took me to the theatre in London’s West End and then for a lovely dinner at Cafe de Paris, we just clicked as friends.

The Ceremony The religious ceremony took place at Sri Gurdwara Singh Sahib in Hounslow, West London.

The Reception The reception was a lavish affair at The

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Porchester Hall in Bayswater, London, and was characterised by the Grewal’s trademark mix of fun and frolics.

The Theme Shay says: “We went for a regal theme and chose a Victorian style hall.

Everything was purple and gold, including the party favours which were cupcakes.”

The Bride’s Outfit Shay went for a traditional burnt orange Lengha and matching top. She went to Ludhiana in Punjab for her bridal shopping and designed her outfit at Lakshmi store in Ludhiana. Shay also created her jewellery to match.

The Groom’s Outfit Sunny’s fashion sense kicked in with a dapper black Sherwani and red turban from Lakshmi Store in Ludhiana, Punjab.

Also working the look was Sunny’s ultra sleek long hair and beard!

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Romantic Moments Sunny says: “The most romantic thing Shay has done is to marry me.”

Shay says: “Sunny’s most romantic gesture was his proposal. He took me to our favourite place, London’s Piccadilly Circus and had the giant screens flash up the message “Shay, will you marry me”.

Sunny was standing at the fountain and as I turned around, he was on one knee with the ring in his hand.” AB

The Essentials The Catering: Village Tandoori in Hayes.

The Photography: Gurpal Singh, renowned Bollywood photographer.

The First Dance: Kabhi Kabhi from the film Kabhi Kabhi.

The Honeymoon: Tunisia

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“We were told not to get married. But we still chose to get married because we are stubborn. When it comes to our relationship we don’t take advice” – Sunny.

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A Man’s Game

bride. AB has selected some Weddings are not just about the special man in your life of the finest fashion and gifts for the

Navy blue shirt, £30, Topman

Grey shirt with black border, £22, Topman Grey isis collared slim fit shirt, £85, www.crombie.co.uk

Purple shirt, £20, Burton

Guide London westwood collar shirt, £44, www.stand-out.net

Purple smart check shirt, £20, Burton

Blue and white stripe shirt, £85, www.crombie.co.uk

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Premium cotton white shirt, £35, Burton

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Jacket in dark grey, £60, Shirt, £30, Next

Bourneville suit, hire from £49, www.mossbroshire.co.uk

Grey morning suit, www.marcwallace.com Floral collar dinner suit, www.marcwallace.com

Grey flannel suit, £65, www.matalan.co.uk

Autograph velvet jacket, £99, Marks & Spencer

Goodfellas waistcoat, £65, French Connection UK

Charles Tyrwhitt shoes, £159, www.ctshirts.co.uk

Prince of Wales check wool two-piece suit, £90, Burton

Autograph exclusive double wingtop Oxford shoe, £59.50, Marks & Spencer

Brown checked waistcoat, £140 www.crombie.co.uk

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Striped silk tie, £7, BHS

Charles Tyrwhitt socks, www.ctshirts.co.uk

Ted Baker odd stripe socks, £12, House of Fraser

Group flower black grey bowtie, www.marcwallace.com

Tahitian pearl cufflinks with black diamonds, £3810, www.kabiri.co.uk

Kushan cufflinks, £325, www.braybrook.co.uk

Raven tie, £25, French Connection UK

David Marshall virtuoso cufflinks, £3,900, www.davidmarshalllondon.com Carson watch, £610, www.tissot.ch Cherished fingerprint cufflinks, from £79, www.fingerprint-jewellery.co.uk

Fossil brown leather belt, £25, www.jacamo.co.uk Lambretta leather wallet, £14, www.stand-out.net

Calvin Klein body stretch trunks, £18, www.stand-out.net

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Diesel belt print briefs, £22, House of Fraser

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Gifts

Naughty games for grown-ups book, £4.99, www.pressies4princesses.co.uk

Flip minoHD, £169.99, www.flipvideo.co.uk

18 Roberts RD leather DAB radio, £149, Marks & Spencer

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HoMedics compact percussion massager, £34.99, Argos Braun series 3 razors, £159.99, www.braun.com/uk

BenQ GP1 mini projector, £400, www.misco.co.uk

Giles and Posner peanut butter maker, £29.95, www.prezzybox.com

Tripod mini mobile massager, £9.99, www.JMLdirect.com

Radio controlled helicopter, £35, BHS

iTeufel radio, £138, www.teufel.eu

Ipod classic in silver 160 GB, £189, www.apple.com Football table, £30, BHS

Francis X7 iperEspresso machine from illycaffè, £199, www.espressocrazy.com Type SB09X7 to obtain a £20 discount at the checkout when you buy online

Jabra stone bluetooth headset, £99, www.jabra.com

Johnnie Walker overnighter with bottle, £200, www.thewhiskyexchange.com

Paco Rabanne, 1 Million, from £30.99 The Perfume Shop Orange LG watchphone, £500, www.orange.co.uk/watchphone 229

Racer hydrogen car, £85, www.meandmycar.co.uk

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Tyra by Alisha Hill, £125 www.crystalbridalaccessories.co.uk

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Stacia, £110 www.modainpelle.com

Rhinestone, www.modainpelle.com Blingy, £65, www.dune.co.uk

Jannis, £110 www.dune.co.uk

Ramia, £120 www.modainpelle.com

Shandy, £170 www.modainpelle.com

Astor by Benjamin Adams in Ivory, £209 www.crystalbridalaccessories.co.uk

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