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35 BriDEsMAiD DrEssEs Make sure your bridal party look every inch beautiful too!

18 WEDDing DrEssEs Beautiful gowns in every style!

112 PHOtOgrAPHy & ViDEO Help to get the shots and footage you’ll treasure for life.

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66 WEDDing iDEAs get lots of ideas and inspiration with our styled wedding shoots.

PlAnning 56 rECEPtiOns Plan the perfect party to celebrate with guests after the ceremony.

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100 tABlE iDEAs Finishing touches and beautiful favours for your reception.

108 WEDDing FAirs Wedding fairs near you.

126 trAnsPOrt Arriving in style on your special day.

136 tis tHE sEAsOn Whatever the season, we have lots of tips and advice!

144 FlOWErs Beautiful floral designs that are delightfully different.

158 luxury HOnEyMOOns start your married life in style with our top honeymoon suggestions!

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SEE THE UK’S BEST SUPPLIERS AT THE

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mmerse yourself in inspiration heaven and shop ‘til you drop at the UK’s biggest wedding show this autumn.

Whether you're recently engaged or your wedding is just around the corner, the UK's biggest wedding show helps you every step of the way.

Whatever stage of planning you're at, a day at The National Wedding Show provides more inspiration, ideas and shopping than you could possibly imagine, with thousands of beautiful bridal gowns to browse and try on and plenty of invaluable advice from a host of experts.

From exquisite wedding gowns to fabulous flowers, striking stationery to mouth-watering cakes and honeymoon hideaways to showstopping entertainment, you can try, buy, book and hire everything you need to make your big day perfect in every way.

For more information and to book tickets, visit The National Wedding Show website www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk

The National Wedding Show takes place at London Olympia from 25th-27th September 2016. It’s a superb event for finding your dream wedding dress, and those elusive finishing touches for your special day...

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Discover the best of bridal at The National Wedding Show...

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ake a seat at the spectacular Catwalk Show, where the latest bridal trends are brought to life by the nation’s finest designers, boutiques and retailers including Alfred Angelo, Allure Bridals, ian stuart, Jenny Packham, suzanne neville, Berketex Bride, Debenhams and many more.

With beautiful bridesmaid dresses from the likes of Maids to Measure and ghost, elegant mother of the bride attire from nigel rayment and suave groomswear from names including Jeff Banks saville row, Moss Bros and Cad & the Dandy, as well as bridal beauty and hair trends from bareMinerals and Fudge Professional, the Catwalk show provides style inspiration for the entire bridal party.

Once you have seen your dream dress on the Catwalk, head to the Bridal Boutique and Designer Area where you can browse and try on an unrivalled selection of wedding dresses under one roof.

Alfred Angelo

the Bridal Boutique brings together the nation’s leading bridal boutiques and retailers, while the Designer Area showcases couture creations and offers bespoke opportunities from the finest designers including Katya Katya shehurina, Qiana Bridal, ivory & Co, Hazaar of london, Zaeem Jamal and many more. From short and sweet tea-length dresses and vintage designs to glamourous ballgowns fit for a princess, there is something to suit every style, shape and budget.

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From top left: Berketex Bride, Debenhams, Formal Tailor, Ian Stuart at Nigel Rayment, Qiana Bridal, Jarlo Bridal, Terry Fox at Mode Bridal, Ghost, Moss Bros,Young’s Hire at Debenhams, Candy Anthony, Jacques Vert at Debenhams, Jenny Packham at Debenhams.

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Don’t miss the

Top 10 Tips at the Wedding Theatre

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ead to the Wedding theatre to discover all you need to know about big day beauty, hair and style.

Hosted by Kat Byrne, style Editor of Closer magazine, this season’s sessions feature an exciting line-up of experts including Cinta Miller, Artistic Director for Fudge urban, Fashion stylist Claire ginzler and bareMinerals’ team of expertly trained beauty ambassadors.

the national Wedding show’s glam squad will share their top 10 tips for achieving your perfect wedding day look, with demonstrations, tips and tricks for brides, bridesmaids and mothers of the bride and groom.

During each session, one lucky bride will be selected for a makeover live on stage and presented to the audience in a breath-taking ‘big reveal’.

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Get ahead of the crowds and enjoy the show in style with VIP tickets. The exclusive package includes fast track entrance to the show, reserved seating at the Catwalk Show*, a complimentary glass of Freixenet, a mini makeunder from bareMinerals**, the latest issues of You & Your Wedding and Perfect Wedding

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magazines and a goody box full of beauty products to pamper yourself in the build up to your big day. *Select your catwalk time when purchasing your ticket (catwalk ticket must be retained as proof of catwalk reservation) (**bareMinerals make-unders available on a first come, first served basis)

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The London ExCeL WEDDING SHOW It’s back, and it has all you ned to plan your wedding - don’t miss the London ExCeL Wedding Show on 30th/31st January...

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engaged couple and their wedding party.

Wth over 100 of the region’s finest suppliers showcasing everything from designer dresses to decadent cakes, sparkling accessories to fabulous flowers and impeccable groomswear to romantic honeymoons.

If you’re looking for inspiration and the latest bridal trends, head to the unmissable Catwalk Show. Beautiful, elegant designer dresses will grace the runway three times a day along with suave menswear, sophisticated mother of the bride attire and pretty bridesmaid dresses, making it a fabulous must-see show for the entire bridal party.

ind everything you need for your big day at the region’s favourite wedding show as The London ExCeL Wedding Show returns from the 30th – 31st January 2015.

This season’s impressive exhibitor line-up includes John Lewis, Moss Bros, Ivory & Co Tiaras, Coo Jewellers, Weddings by Driven and many more, making The London ExCeL Wedding Show an unmissable event for any

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After a full day of wedding planning, unwind with a glass of bubbly in the Champagne Bar and toast to your future happiness in style.

Every visitor will receive a free goody bag, packed with lots of exciting

products and a free show guide, so that they can contact their favourite exhibitors after the show.

For more information visit The UK Wedding Show website www.theukweddingshows.co.uk Date: 30th – 31st January 2016.

Opening Times: 10am-5pm. Prices: Advanced standard tickets £8.00 / On the door standard tickets £10.00

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Kbride is our massive wedding planning website. it’s been designed especially for brides, helping them to arrange the wedding they’ve always dreamed of, whatever their budget. since its creation though, uKbride has grown into a thriving community for brides-to-be to come together and have fun. And, with the addition of great monthly wedding prizes and a free engagement shoot, has come to be a great money saving resource as well.

Join uKbride, free of charge and we’ll enter you into It’s fun and it’s free of charge... our competition to win a dream wedding worth up to £25,000. Become a Power user for just £20 a year but that’s just one reason you should and we’ll also provide you with 100 extra chances to join UKbride - here’s some more! win our annual prize, plus we’ll give you and your partner the chance to enjoy a free 1 You can claim a FREE engagement photoshoot.

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I Won My Wedding With UKbride...!

rebecca Holmes, uKbride’s £25,000 Wedding Winner in 2014, has celebrated her marriage to ryan in the grandeur of Fulham Palace. We found out what she has to say about our once-in-a-lifetime dream wedding prize...

“Getting ready was really exciting,” says rebecca. “i think at that point i knew i’d planned a great day with ryan and i just couldn't wait to get in the dress.” Our 2014 uKbride Dream Wedding Competition winner says that her dress, like the day itself, was amazing.

Our annual star prize of a dream wedding is drawn on Valentine’s Day each year, with our hand-picked team of experts providing all of the key elements of a lucky uKbride member’s special day, from the dress to a dream honeymoon.

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Back in 2014, rebecca had no idea that we would be calling her to congratulate her on winning our incredible competition worth £25,000. rebecca is a communications officer and ryan is a director and actor. “i just couldn’t believe it,” said rebecca. “i thought it was some kind of a joke.” “the evening before, ryan and i were contemplating changing the venue due to costs... we would’ve done, if it wasn’t for uKbride’s phone call, the following day.”

the Eternity bridal gown was a true princess dress, whilst sophisticake supplied rebecca’s wedding cake; Kuoni her honeymoon; Picture Perfect Events the venue decoration and there were a few other treats along the way too.

“When it came to walking down the aisle it was quite surreal actually. ryan started crying! it was one of the best parts to the wedding for me and i’ll never forget the look on his face. i advise other brides to savour every second of the walk down the aisle.”

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UKBRIDE WINNER

Top: sophisticake provided rebecca’s wedding cake. Above: Kuoni provided a luxury honeymoon to st Vincents.

Left: Eternity Bridal supplied a “true princess’s dress!”

“UKbride and all its suppliers really helped to create our dream wedding... thank you to everybody involved!”

“My favourite part from the whole wedding though would have to be ryan’s vows. He sang an incredible song to me; it was a complete surprise.”

“Without a doubt, it was the best moment of my life. Our whole wedding completely revolved around celebrating our love which is what a wedding should be and ryan put so much effort into doing this.”

“My mum, sister, and brother-in-law came with my niece, who was our flower fairy. i also had several friends and family friends come over! it was amazing having everyone there.”

“Jakabi Photography were wonderful. they listened to what we wanted and took some beautiful shots. they told

the story of our wedding so we would recommend them to anyone.

Afterwards, we left on a thursday morning for our honeymoon and we were beyond excited as we left for our Kuoni holiday to st Vincents.”

“Brides-to-be should definitely join uKbride!” said rebecca. “not only are you in for the chance of winning a life-changing prize, but you get to use the forum it offers and talk to other girls going through the planning of their wedding.” “uKbride and all of the suppliers that were part of the competition definitely created our dream wedding so we would like to thank everybody involved!” n Rebecca won her dream wedding by joining UKbride. See www.ukbride.co.uk.

UKbride’s £25,000 Wedding Partners UKbride’s winner of the competition this year was Kirsty Mullins who is marrying in May 2017. She’ll receive her wedding goodies from the following suppliers...

Catering: tashady: 01522 303197, www.tashady.co.uk.

Photo Booth: Chamazing Booth: 08000 806836, www.chamazingbooth.co.uk.

Photography: Jakabi Photography: 07882 932205, www.jakabiphotography.com.

Men’s Suits: Formally yours: 01162 897888, www.formallyyours.co.uk.

Venue Decoration: Picture Perfect Events: 07882 433001, www.pictureperfecteventsuk.com.

His & Hers Watches: tic Watches: 01325 488006, www.ticwatches.co.uk.

Rings: Aurus: 02072 539522, www.diamondweddingrings.com.

Cake: sophisticake: 01526 351777, www.sophisticake.co.uk.

Bridal Party Dresses: Berketex: 02077 660100, www.berketexbride.com.

Confetti: shropshire Petals: 01952 691553, www.shropshirepetals.com.

Honeymoon: Kuoni: 01306 744515, www.kuoni.co.uk.

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DRESSES This Page: Darcy, Hope & Paris from Caroline Castigliano...

Caroline Castigliano is a top uK fashion designer in bridal and evening wear. she set up her first bespoke bridal boutique over 20 years ago, and specialises in classically understated, yet contemporary wedding dresses and gowns. she incorporates expert corsetry to make the gowns fit perfectly and to help enhance the female form. Caroline now has her boutique in london’s Knightsbridge, and 50 exclusive stockists around the world. “We want to ensure that when you walk down the aisle in a Caroline Castigliano wedding dress you will feel the most confident you have ever felt in your life.”

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Designer Style 2016 Wedding Dresses... not only can you browse through the latest wedding dresses in this edition, you’ll also find local independent bridalwear specialists.

Make an appointment with one for the most reliable advice...

Whatever dress you think you’d like, be prepared to end up buying something completely different! so many brides have a set idea of the style of wedding dress they’d like to wear on their big day, only to end up with falling in love with something completely different, entirely unexpectedly! n Make an appointment with bridalwear retailers - never just ‘pop in.’ A pre-arranged appointment will ensure they can spare you the time and give you the attention you deserve. n in summer, opt for light natural fibres like silks. in winter, make sure you’ll be warm enough, with faux fur shrugs or long sleeves. n Don’t hunt in packs: the advice of one trusted friend is better than the over-excited conflicting opinions of several bridesmaids, a mother of the bride and mother in law. n take notes: bridalwear retailers rarely allow you to take photos given that some unscrupulous brides ask overseas manufacturers to copy designs. Do take note of style numbers, prices etc., though. n speaking of which, avoid mail order companies promising replicas of designer dresses. not only is this a violation of copyright, but the finished quality of such gowns is invariably poor, and the dresses can’t be altered over the course of several fittings leading up to your day, so the fit is likely to be poor, too.

Wedding Dress Glossary: Shape: the classic wedding dress shape is ‘A’-line; a fitted bust and bodice which flows out to the ground. it’s flattering for most body types. Ballgown dresses are similar, but with fuller skirts. A column dress is fitted to both tummy and the lower half of the body, whilst an empire or mermaid line is fitted to the knees, then flares out to the ground.

Necklines: A sweetheart neckline - shaped like a heart is a popular choice for many brides, but square, scoop (i.e: low), and strapless necklines also feature in many designers’ ranges. look our for sheer (i.e: semi-sheer, lace or net) or bateau necklines to cover up your chest if you’re self-conscious, and opt for capped sleeves if you’re conscious about your upper arms and shoulders.

Trains: sweep trains are the shortest - usually just a few inches lower than the front hem. Court trains are around three feet, chapel length trains are around four feet, whilst cathedral trains are the longest, generally seven feet.

Materials: taffeta is crisp and smooth, organza is stiffer, more flowing than tulle. Chiffon is delicate and transparent.

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Veromia wedding dress www.veromia.co. uk. r Love Me Foreve

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For the fashion-conscious bride to be, Christiano lucci ignites the hopes and dreams of looking catwalkworthy on a practical budget, with the brand’s classic semi couture range that promises to keep up with the latest trends of the glitterati, minus the exorbitant price tags. And even for the less dramatically inclined, Christiano lucci promises a new destination for timeless staples.

Christiano Lucci Cleveland gown

by Opulence Br idal www.opulenc ebridal.co.uk.

Rom antic a, Galaxy

romantica has a selection of stunning, ‘galaxy’ summer wedding dresses including in one of their most recent collections www.romanticamedia.co.uk

<< if you’re jetting off for a wedding abroad, you’ll need a dress that will suit, with cool, crease-resistant material. try to find a dress that allows plenty of air to reach the skin otherwise you’re dream day will quickly become very uncomfortable. this design is from Pure Bridal.

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DRESSES

Wedding dress by Pure Bridal, named Daroca.

Wedding dress by Ellis Bridal www.ellisbridal.co.uk << Eternity Bridalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Couture collection is perfect for a spring or summer wedding. www.eternitybridal.com

Empire gown by Eternity Bridal this catwalk wedding dress by Eternity Bridal is everything a dress should be featuring a sweetheart neckline, sparkling diamantes and embellishment. www.eternitybridal.com

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Always the Bridesmaid...

some dazzling bridesmaidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dresses can complement the brideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dress, and will provide an opportunity to show off your chosen colour theme...

Image: Veromia, www.veromia.co.uk

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BRIDESMAIDS

Selection of dresses from Kelsey Rose’s current collection.

The brand’s bridesmaid dresses have RRPs of £120-£300, and are available in sizes 6-28 with childrens sizes from age 2-8 and teen sizes from ages 8-16. There are independent retailers of the brand across the UK; search for one near to you at www.kelseyrose.co.uk.

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Ebony Rose www.ebonyrose. co.uk Eliza Mabel el.co.uk www.elizamab

Veromia’s bridesmaid collection includes this stunning one shoulder strap dresses in different colours. www.veromia.co.uk.

Ebony Rose www.ebonyros e.co.uk

Eliza Mabel , Cheryl. This dress is only £142 RRP. www.elizam abel.co.uk.

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MOTHER OF THE BRIDE >> Ispirato ispirato’s Mother of the Bride outfits are sensual, glamourous, feminine and sophisticated, and this coupled with high quality design, luxurious fabrics and intricate attention to detail make them a great choice!

Mum’s The Word the mother of the bride is almost as important as the bride herself... black is a no-no and white is frowned upon as it’s too similar to the colour of a wedding dress. Our recommendation is a metallic outfit that complements the bride’s chosen highlight colour.

Brands include John Charles, Condici and linea rafaelli.

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Wendy by Lin www.linea ea Raffaelli. raffaelli.b e

High Summer Collection by Condici

25873 John Charles, rles.co.uk. www.johncha

the Condici collection is one of the most stylish yet classic designer outfits for the Mother of the Bride and guests. they specialise in exquisite occasionwear with everything for the total look - they have an outfit to suit every occasion as well as every type of figure!

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<< linea raffaelli is a great choice for Mother of the Bride outfits as their designs are elegantly timeless with a lot of sophisticated detail. www.linearaffaelli.be

Ian Stuart www.ianstuart-london.com

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A Christian

MARRIAGE

The legal and religious implications of Church of England weddings, of which there are over 50,000 each year in the UK...

Image: Lauren Hewby Photography www.laurenhewbyphotography.zenfolio.com

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hurch weddings are on the rise. in fact, interest in church weddings over the past year or two has risen by over 50%, with the Church of England performing 50,000 ceremonies annually in one of the uK’s 16,000 churches. the population of the uK currently stands at 64.1 million, with 59% of the uK identifying itself as Church of England and more than 1.7 million people visiting a church at least once a week.

How does the Church work? the Church of England is divided up into two provinces - york and Canterbury, each with its own archbishop. the two provinces are divided up into dioceses, of which there are 41 in the uK. Each diocese is divided up further into parishes, of which there are a total of 10,500 in the uK, so about 250 per diocese.

You’ll be required to attend a rehearsal ‘ out of hours’ - marriage ceremonies ‘ c onducted’ after 6pm and before 8am aren’ t legal!

Each diocese has its own bishop, who oversee the rural deans and vicars who work in one or more of each of the diocese’s parishes.

Marriage has never been easier and cheaper...

Prior to 2008, you had to marry in your own parish, but thanks to new Church of England guidelines, known as the Qualifying Connection rules, you can marry in any parish that you’re able to demonstrate a connection to. this might be a parish you or your partner have lived in for more than six months, a parish in which you were baptised, confirmed or a parish in which your parents or grandparents were born, married in, or in which they regularly attend services.

to marry in a church costs from as little as £486. this covers a fee payable to the church of £392, a marriage certificate, having your banns (the intention to marry) read out and a banns certificate.

Legal requirements... you can marry in church on any day of the week, but saturday is the most popular day, followed by Friday and sunday. the reading of your banns is a legal tradition and is required on three consecutive sundays. next, you’ll be required to attend a rehearsal ‘out of hours’ marriage ceremonies ‘conducted’ after 6pm and before 8am aren’t legal. if you’re divorced, most Church of England vicars will marry you, though some are reluctant. if you’ve been married previously, discuss this with your vicar.

Civil Ceremonies...

Civil wedding ceremonies are distinct from religious ceremonies. Civil ceremonies can take place only where a civil license has been granted - usually hotels and your local registration office, where you register births, marriages and deaths. two witnesses are necessary during a civil ceremony, and unlike church ceremonies, the wording of civil services are not allowed to contain any religious content. A ‘standard’ statutory declaration is made, but you may recite your own vows. the cost of registering a marriage is around £5 for a marriage certificate and around £375 for registration office staff.

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Keeping Faith in MARRIAGE

There are lots of different traditions throughout the world for planning your special day. Here, we explore these different religions and what is involved...

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WEDDING IDEAS

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hen it comes to planning your big day, there are lots of different wedding religions and etiquette to remember. A wedding is often more than just a celebration of marriage, and we take a look at what takes place at different religious wedding ceremonies.

Muslim Wedding Muslim weddings can be different depending on the culture. A wedding can take place on any day and at any time, except Day of Pilgrimage, Day of Ashura and Eid. Once a date is set, the couple will speak with the iman at the mosque or cleric. the ceremony can take place anywhere, and there’s different wedding attire dependent on the culture. the Asian Muslim bride tends to wear bright, sparkling bright colours, whereas in contrast the Arab Muslim bride wears white. the wedding ceremony is called the nikah, and the couple are seperated and listen to a sermon. the ceremony ends with a prayer, before a marriage banquet is served. the couple return to the groom’s home where they perform a rukhsat ritual. An important part of a Muslim wedding is the Mahar, a gift from the husband to wife.

Jewish Wedding the bride and groom may not plan their ceremony on the sabbath day, key holidays or religious events. shortly after engagement, they attend a meeting with the rabbi to determine when they can be wed. the couple decide what time suits them, and when

the ceremony, the best man places a wine glass wrapped in white cloth under the groom’s foot. He breaks it and guests shout ‘Mazel tov’. the newly weds share a few intimate moments in the yichud before they join their guests for the celebrations

Sikh Wedding sikh weddings are also known as Anand Karaj, or a Blissful union. it isn’t required for every wedding, but a Kurmai or engagement ceremony is performed a week before the wedding in the gurdwara or at the groom’s home. the wedding begins with the Braat (or groom’s family and friends) staying at the bride’s home for the evening. the ceremony then takes place at the gurdwara or the bride’s home the day after. songs and dance continue for the remainder of the day, and the bride and groom depart the day after with his family. sikh weddings are usually a one or two day affair, and is usually held in the morning followed by a dinner and dance banquet at night.

There are lots of different religions, and they all have their own unique Hindu Wedding Hindu wedding, or Vivaah samskar is one of the traditions and ways when it comes Amost important rites of passage. it is thought to be to planning a wedding ceremony... the first stage of life. the bride and groom arrive at the they send their invitations. the wedding is considered a personal day of repentance or forgiveness, known as yom Kippur, and the bride usually wears white for spiritual pureness. similar to other traditions, the couple receive a marriage document called a Ketuba written in Aramaic. After this is signed, the Badekan ceremony, or veiling starts the procession. the wedding ceremony takes place under a canopy called the chuppah, and is a symbol of the home that the new couple will build together. At the end of

Mandap seperately as though they have never met and ask their parents’ permission to be married. there are 11 essential steps for a Hindu wedding, including the welcoming, prayers, mutual approval, giving away of the bride, marriage commitment and worshipping of the sacred fire. there are also different items that are required for the marriage ceremony. these include three pedestals called Bajat, an open Mandap, loose flowers or rose petals, candles, lahya or puffed rice and Mangal sutra. the bride and groom often dress appropriately, such as in a sari or dupatta.

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RECEPTIONS

AFTER THE CEREMONY

The Perfect Reception Venue there’s no such thing as a ‘one size fits all’ wedding reception venue.

Hotel or marquee? How many people? What about catering? With so many questions, it’s important to consider the fundementals first...

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hen it somes to choosing your dress, only your preferences count. Planning your wedding reception, however, is rather more complicated. your own preferences count, of course, but there’s lots of practical stuff to consider - your wedding budget, the size of your guest list and the time of year, not to mention myriad other considerations.

Budgeting your budget will perhaps be the starting point to exploring your options. A number of hotels in our area offer packages from just £1,000 with wedding breakfasts, co-ordinators and even civil ceremonies included. these are usually for 50 guests, with the average number of people at wedding receptions around 50-60. naturally provision is made the inclusion of additional guests, and you can add ‘optional extras’ but they’re a great place to start your wedding planning, allowing for easy budgeting, and ensuring you know exactly what you’re getting for your money.

Budgeting for a marquee wedding is a little more tricky given that you will need, in addition to the marquee itself, lining, tables and chairs, dance floors, heating and caterers.

However, they provide more space, the ability to create a bespoke layout for your event and, of course, the ability to enjoy a late summer evening partying into the small hours.

Other Ideas if you’re looking for a more imaginative idea, aquariums, boats on rivers like the thames, theatres and sporting venues all offer off-the-wall ideas. the most unusual wedding venues across the uK include somerset’s Wookey Hole Caves, the Wise Wedding Venue - a rustic forest in Kent Cley Windmill in norfolk, and the lodge treehouse in scotland.

With so many options, explore a venue near to you and be imaginative with your wedding reception, styling it to suit not just your budget, but your taste too.

Different Options if your budget is a little more generous, the options are rather more comprehensive. A hotel venue will provide catering, usually with a choice of different menus or packages for food and drink.

Other venues allow you to create bespoke packages. in the first instance, have a rough guest list, which you can add to or prune back according to your finances.

Marquee Weddings Another option is a marquee wedding. these don’t necessarily save money but do provide much more flexibility - provided you’ve a site on which to place one.

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WEDDING IDEAS

Great Gatsby

A Roaring 20s Wedding Expect art deco elegance, decadent style, jazz music and flamboyant dancing. sarah Vivienne roars into the 20s with a ‘great gatsby’ themed styled wedding shoot - inspiration for brides looking for a vintage theme to their day!

Images: sarah Vivienne Photography; 08456 430422 or see www.sarahvivienne.co.uk.

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Centre: Anne at Julie Anna Flowers provided the bouquets.

Above: the stunning detailing on the miniature cakes is inspired by the embellishment on the Claire Pettibone Wedding Dresses.

Top/Left: Anne at Julie Anna Flowers also created the lavish table displays as well as the bouquets.

Our styled wedding shoot provides a wealth of ideas you can adapt and incorporate into your own special day...

“I CAN’T TELL YOU how excited i was when the great gatsby film came out last year,” says wedding photographer sarah Vivienne. “it’s had a big influence in the world of weddings as they’re becoming vintage-styled looking opulent and elegant; what better reason to do a roaring 20s styled shoot with serendipity Brides?” sarah used authentic 20s photos to recreate the style of the era. the classic gold and coal black colours typical of a 20s theme featured throughout the shoot, helping to create the vintage, speakeasy style they were looking for. “i loved working with everyone to contribute to the style and glamour of our 20s shoot. together we created the perfect theme for any glamorous vintage wedding. From the jewelled cakes to the dresses, the whole shoot shows just how great ‘gatsby’ can be!

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“Soft gold, gentle pastel lilac tones and classical white feature throughout..”

Above: the beautiful table design is a collaboration between nothing But lovely stationery and Julie Anna Flowers.

Far Right: simon Patridge was a fantastic performer playing music for us throughout the whole photoshoot, looking in keeping for our theme.

Below: the 1920s theme was enhanced with native English flowers in our bride’s hand-tied posy, and a vintage rolls royce motor car - gold, of course!

Above: time to drink champagne and dance on the table... in a serendipity Dress with feather accessories by Britten Weddings!

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Suppliers and Experts...

Photos: sarah Vivienne: 08456 430422, www.sarahvivienne.co.uk.

Stationery: nothing But lovely: www.nothingbutlovely.co.uk.

Dresses: serendipity Brides (Claire Pettibone & Pronovias stockist): 01327 340011, www.serendipitybrides.co.uk.

Venue: Boughton House: 01536 51573, www.boughtonhouse.co.uk.

Florist: Julie Anna Flowers: 01604 402210, www.julieannaďŹ&#x201A;owers.co.uk.

Groomswear: suitors northampton, 01604 947022, www.suitors.co.uk.

Cake: Couture Cakes: 01775 630773, www.couture-cakes.co.uk.

Jewellery: steffans: 01604 636957, www.steffans.co.uk.

Transport: Peterborough Wedding Cars: 01733 262680, www.peterboroughweddingcars.co.uk.

Singer: simon Partridge: 01543 253737, www.simonpartridge.com.

Hair & Makeup: sarah yeo: 07714 510727, www.yeoweddings.com.

Vintage Gramophone and China Hire: touch of Vintage: 07725 232525, www.atouchofvintageonline.co.uk.

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This free engagement shoot was taken by www.dan-hughes.co.uk

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WEDDING IDEAS

All Things Bright and

Beautiful

louise and Ben loved the idea of a wedding which was bright and beautiful - a colourful vintage event that reflected the couple’s sense of fun...

Images: Binky nixon Photography: 01525 860 862 or see www.binkynixon.com.

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Centre: lou’s flowers are by the Flower Fairies. the light blues complement Ben’s dapper suiting and lou’s lace dress.

Above: the couple provided Margaritas for their guests.

Left: the table decorations were by the Flower Fairies. they suit the theme to a tee.

Lou’ s bright ideas and vintage style can be adapted and incorporated into your own special day...

“WE WANTED A REALLY RELAxED wedding, nothing too formal. We had a few ideas: we really wanted to get married outside, eat Mexican food and to use bright colours,” says louise, our featured bride.

“We searched for ages for a venue that would make our vision possible. that was probably the biggest struggle.”

“Being in the wedding industry, i knew some great suppliers. But it was hard to get the perfect venue that could accommodate these things. We looked at numerous vineyards, pieces of land and had quotes for teepees, but they didn’t seem right for us. Once we found our venue, everything just fell into place.”

With a strong theme ‘fun and colour’ running through the day, we think louise and Ben’s wedding is both bright and beautiful!

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“It’ s important to take the time to create those quirky finishing touches...”

Above: the photo booth came with fancy dress props and a washing line onto which guests could peg their Polaroid shots.

Right: signs are a quirky way to let your guests know where to go, and they can look great in your photographs.

Below/Right: the couple opted for a number of vintage cakes displayed on a cake table. Carrot cake, chocolate and Victoria sponges all featured.

Opposite: you can enjoy a day as magical as lou and Ben’s. look at the amount of detail they’ve used to create a memorable day.

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Suppliers and Experts...

Photos: nether Winchendon: 01844 290101, www.netherwinchendonhouse.com.

Photography: Binky nixon Photography: 01525 860 862, www.binkynixon.com.

Flowers: the Flower Fairies: 07983 441588, www.theďŹ&#x201A;owerfairies.com.

Ceremony: Zena Birch: www.zenabirch.com, zenabirchweddings@gmail.com.

Directory: Mr and Mrs unique: 01462 620461, www.mrandmrsunique.co.uk.

Food: Egg House Charcuterie: 01844 292830, www.egghousecharcuterie.co.uk.

Ice Cream: Elsies ices: 07886348591, www.elsies-ices.co.uk.

Music: Disco Wed: 07734 568038, www.discowed.com.

Cake: A little Piece of Cupcake: www.facebook.com/alittlepieceofcupcake.

Dress: Allure Bridals: 01707 643633, www.allurebridals.com.

Bow Tie: Mrs Bowtie: 0800 8620426, www.mrsbowtie.com.

Hair: Brendan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sullivan Hair: 01494 434016, www.brendanhairandbeauty.co.uk.

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Enjoying a Great

rECEPtiOn With the ceremony over and the champagne corks popping, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to organise a fantastic party for family and friends. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve a number of tips to ensure you can add some great finishing touches to your wedding reception...

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RECEPTION TIPS

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ake your reception extra special and enjoy a beautiful party venue with a little a bit of effort and some imagination.

1. Set a budget, avoid ‘reception spend guilt...’ set a budget and prioritise. Make a list of everything you want, to help prevent you over spending. if you love live music then your budget will need to consider having a live band and only two courses instead.

2. Simple means elegant...

Place settings can look just as beautiful with a simple fresh flower as they do tied with ribbons and intricate beads. if you try to do complicated decorations yourself, you’ll find you are tied up until midnight the day before your wedding, putting yourself under too much additional pressure.

3. Start your planning early... start planning your reception as soon as you can. get the larger things out the way sooner, like finding the perfect venue, and this will give you a bit more breathing space for the smaller tasks and those enjoyable finishing touches.

4. Ask for help... ! #1 you don’t need the worry of arranging something with no idea of how to go about it. Consider hiring a wedding planner who can co-ordinate the day for you, from finding and booking the venue, flowers and table decorations, to transport and catering.

Wedding planners work closely with you so they can make sure you get everything you want, and it will also provide that extra reassurance.

5. Ask for help... ! #2 Also, don’t be afraid to delegate to help take the pressure off you and your fiancè. But make sure you keep a check of those you’re delegating to and make sure they are making progress with those things.

6. Your day, your way...

Make sure you have your wedding your way, and not someone else’s. it is easy, and sometimes very helpful to get opinions from your friends and family, but you mustn’t forget whose wedding it actually is.

Make sure you do what is right for you.

7. Choose enjoyment over etiquette...

Don’t get buried under with etiquette – receiving lines and getting the order of the speeches right are not the be all and end all.

8. Taming your timings...

Keep an eye on your timings. ideally you should have a maximum of about three hours from the ceremony to sitting down for your meal. if you try to stretch this time you may find that some of your guests get tired and emotional, or even a little bored.

It’ s sometimes helpful to get opinions from your friends and family, but don’ t forget whose wedding it actually is...

9. Liaising with suppliers...

Don’t forget who’s supplying what. it may be worth sharing this information with someone else in the bridal party so they can help make sure everyone is accounted for.

10. Reduce your responsibilities...

Ask a member of the bridal party to take control on the day to help lessen the pressure. they can liaise with the venue, caterer and entertainment as the last thing you should be thinking about is whether the DJ knows where he’s going!

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RECEPTION TIPS 11. Keeping children occupied...

Make sure you keep the children entertained. goody bags with crayons and colouring books are ideal for the dinner table, and you could hire an entertainer for an hour or two - from a magician, to a face painter.

12. Create a first impression... the entrance will create a first impression for your reception. use greenery, flowers and topiary or line your entrance in silk, but whatever you do, make sure your guests get a great first impression.

13. Add quirky names to your tables... to make your wedding memorable, choose table names which are relevant to you as a couple, such as locations in the world you have visited together, or where you went on your first few dates.

14. Create your perfect playlist... if you have a limited budget, create a playlist on your MP3 or burn a CD of classical or jazz background music to play during your reception.

15. Consider lighting carefully... you don’t have to stick to conventional lighting for your venue. getting the right ambience to suit your

Your wedding day and reception is meant to be one of the happiest and most exciting days of your life, and a celebration of your marriage with loved ones. The most important thing to remember is to enjoy yourself and spend time together...

Try something different and quirky to leave on the table for guests like these sunflower seeds from Wedding in a Teacup.

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Above: Consider different lighting to create ambience, like tea lights, fairy lights and candelabras on your tables. We love this idea of a starlight tree from Twilight Trees Ltd.

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Left and Below: Create personalised favours for your guests on the tables, like personalised cufflinks and jewellery from Wedding in a Teacup.

Below: If you’re trying to avoid a colour scheme at all costs, use neutral and relaxed colours that don’t specifically stand out and add elements that will attract the eye.

Right: These paper decorations are all the rage in wedding world currently. You can buy these from wedding of my dreams or www.weddingofmydreams.co.uk.

Below: Keep your wedding cards together with a Card Suitcase from Wedding of my Dreams for just £32.

theme is key, so consider candelabras, tea lights and fairy lights to create a moody, yet romantic feeling.

Consider how you’ll illuminate your reception when the lights go off at night or for any areas outdoors.

16. Making your reception sparkle...

Fireworks are a beautiful addition, and can allow your photographer to get some romantic snaps of you with your guests. sparklers are also a fun way to entertain children and create lightpainting images.

17. Make climate contingencies...

One of the main things you’ll be hoping for is perfect weather, but plan ahead and supply personalised wedding umbrellas for your guests, just in case!

18. Add those extra finishing touches...

Add a few extra finishing touches to make your reception even more fun and enjoyable. Personalised favours, a table magician or caricature artist will go down a treat, or you could add ‘His and Hers’ baskets in the restrooms full of goodies!

19. Last but not least... enjoy yourself! your wedding day is meant to be the best day of your life and if there’s a small hiccup - like the beautiful weather you were sure you’d booked failing to materialise - then c’est la vie; the most important thing is celebrating your marriage with loved ones.

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TABLES

Main: This wedding table looks delightfully elegant with simple silver and glassware, runner, pastel colour flowers and tablecloths.

Below: Make it classical with ornaments like the one below and make it modern with pastel colours of pink, different scales of snacks, and simple decorations. Add that extra finishing touch with tall candles or hanging flowers from your table ornaments as shown here.

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turning the

TABLES on stylish weddings...

you wedding venue’s tables will look decidedly standard unless you dress them up beautifully. you don’t need to go to great expense - requisition old bird cages, vintage finds from antiques shops and by getting creative with vintage china and tealights...

n Metallic Style: For elegant and chic, opt for metallics like gold & silver. use a combination of shades to create a luxurious look. this colour scheme is perfect for a glamorous champagne reception. n Vintage: softer shades and stronger tones can work well together using pinks, purples and blues - helping to create a vintage look.

Add other elements like lace, pearls and crystals. n Soft Blue: Blue is a great colour for any season, and with colours ranging from cyan to navy, the choice is almost limitless! n Lilac, Pink & Green: lilac and pink tones work really well together, especially with green. n Texture: Add that extra touch with table crystals, pearls, glassware and lanterns. Candles make cheap favours and look great at night. they’re also available in different colours.

Above: if you theme your wedding, theme your tables. this nautical themed table is the perfect example of how themed weddings are such a good idea.

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Six Simple Tips

Marquee Weddings A marquee will give you the flexibility to plan the size, shape and look of your reception down to the last detail... just be sure to consider our tips!

n Book early; marquee companies sometimes have both new and old stock; confirm early to ensure the best marquee stock, especially during mid-summer when both weddings and country shows are at their height. n There are two types of marquee; canvas pole marquees which are better in summer with greater airflow and arguably better looking, and clear span marquees which are more stable, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have poles and ropes getting in the way. n Insist on a site survey to ensure there are no nasty surprises during your setup.

Image: www.thepearltentcompany.com.

n Budget for the extras like the flooring, the dance floor, luxury toilet blocks (one unit per 50 guests), silk linings, heating or air conditioning, lighting, furniture and crockery hire. n Try and position your bar (where people congregate) near the entertainment and ensure you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t inadvertently create areas of congestion around the entrance, for example. n After something different?

Some companies specialise in medieval and Tudor tents, middle-east tents and Asian style yurts. A lot of couples are also opting for teepee wedding tents too.

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WeddingFairs To advertise your wedding fairs in our 2017 edition call 01529 46 99 77 and speak to one of our friendly team.

September 2015 SUNDAY 6TH St George’s Centre Chatham Maritime www.wedding-experience.co.uk 01795 844449 Free Entry. 10.30am-3.30pm THURSDAY 10TH Mercure Newbury Elcot Park Elcot, Near Newbury, Berkshire RG20 8NJ www.mercurenewbury.co.uk/weddingsin-newbury.html 060CS@jupiterhotels.co.uk 0844 815 9060 Free Entry. Open evening – 6-8.30pm SUNDAY 13TH The Coniston Hotel Sittingbourne www.wedding-experience.co.uk 01795 844449 Free Entry. 10.30am-3.30pm SUNDAY 20TH Chesfield Downs Golf & Country Club Gt North Road, Gravely, Stevenage Hertfordshire SG1 4BS www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-4pm FRIDAY 25TH TO SUNDAY 27TH The National Wedding Show London Olympia, London www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets SUNDAY 27TH Charmed Wedding Fayres Tilsworth Golf Club, Dunstable Road, Leighton Buzzard, Beds LU7 9PU

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FRIDAY 2ND TO SUNDAY 4TH The National Wedding Show Birmingham NEC, Birmingham www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets

Missenden Abbey London Road, Great Missenden HP16 0BD www.missendenabbey.co.uk weddings@missendenabbey.ltd.uk 01494 866811 Free Entry. 11:00 – 16:00

SUNDAY 4TH Holiday Inn Aylesbury New Road, Weston Turville, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5QT www.hiaylesburyhotel.co.uk Weddings-aylesbury@ihg.com 01296 734038 Free Entry. 11am – 3pm

Oakley Hall Hotel Rectory Road, Oakley Hampshire RG23 7EL www.oakleyhall-park.com enquiries@oakleyhall-park.com 01256 783350 FREE admission. 11am-4pm Riverside Marquee The Riverside Marquee, Weir Bank, Monkey Island Lane, Bray-on-Thames Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 2ED www.riversidemarquee.co.uk enquiries@riversidemarquee.co.uk 01628 762 700 Free Entry. 11am–4pm Royal Wells Hotel Tunbridge Wells www.wedding-experience.co.uk 01795 844449 Free Entry. 10.30am-3.30pm

Ashford International Hotel Ashford www.wedding-experience.co.uk 01795 844449 Free Entry. 10.30am-3.30pm SUNDAY 11TH Inn on the Lake Gravesend www.wedding-experience.co.uk 01795 844449 Free Entry. 10.30am-3.30pm Mercure Newbury Elcot Park Elcot, Near Newbury, Berkshire RG20 8NJ www.mercurenewbury.co.uk/weddingsin-newbury.html 060CS@jupiterhotels.co.uk 0844 815 9060 Free Entry. 11am-3.30pm

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Park Inn by Radisson Southern Way, Harlow, Essex CM18 7BA www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm

Knebworth House Knebworth Park, Knebworth Herts SG1 2AX www.knebworthhouse.com yourevent@knebworthhouse.com 01438 813 825 6pm-9pm

Pendley Manor Hotel Cow Lane, Tring, Hertfordshire HP23 5QY www.pendley-manor.co.uk weddings@pendley-manor.co.uk 01442 891891 Hosted by “The Wedding Guide” Free Entry. 11am-4pm

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West Park Lodge Hotel Cockfosters Road, Hadley Wood Herts EN4 0PY www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm SUNDAY 18TH Coltsford Mill Wedding Venue Mill Lane, Hurst Green, Oxted Surrey RH89DG www.coltsfordmill-weddings.co.uk events@coltsfordmill-weddings.co.uk 01883 716354 Free Entry. 11am-3pm The Felbridge Hotel & Spa London Road, East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 2BH www.felbridgehotel.co.uk weddings@felbridgehotel.co.uk 01342 337700 Free Entry. 11am – 3pm Highcliffe Castle Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe, Dorset BH23 4LE www.highcliffe.co.uk weddings@highcliffecastle.co.uk 01425 278807 £1.00 Entry Fee. 10.30am – 4pm Old Parish Rooms – Vintage Wedding Fair Hockley Road, Rayleigh, Essex SS6 8BA www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm SATURDAY 24TH & SUNDAY 25TH The National Wedding Show Manchester Central, Manchester www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets

SATURDAY 24TH Charmed Wedding Fayres Holiday Inn – Markyate Holiday Inn Luton South, London Road, Markyate AL3 8HH www.charmedweddingfayres.co.uk admin@charmedweddingfayres.co.uk 01582 671773 / 07968 803225 Free Entry. 11am-3pm Chichester Cathedral Eastern Arm, Cathedral Cloisters, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1PX www.cathedralenterprises.org.uk www.chichestercathedral.org.uk events@chichestercathedral.org.uk 01243 813585 Free Entry. 11am-3pm

SUNDAY 25TH The Kent Show Ground Detling www.wedding-experience.co.uk 01795 844449 Free Entry. 10.30am-4.00pm Knebworth House Knebworth Park, Knebworth, Herts SG1 2AX www.knebworthhouse.com yourevent@knebworthhouse.com 01438 813 825 11am-4pm Willows Suite @ Wyboston Lakes Great North Road, Wyboston Bedfordshire MK44 3AL www.wybostonlakes.co.uk debbiet@wybostonlakes.co.uk 01480 223009 Free Entry. 11am–3pm

November 2015 SUNDAY 8TH Moggerhanger Park Park Road, Moggerhanger, Bedfordshire MK44 3RW www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm SATURDAY 21ST The Lodge at Winchelsea Hastings Road, Winchelsea, East Sussex TN36 4AD www.thelodgeatwinchelsea.co.uk info@thelodgeatwinchelsea.co.uk 01797 226211 Free Entry. 11am-3pm SUNDAY 22ND Ivy Hill Hotel Writtle Road, Margaretting, Essex CM4 0EH www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm Mill Green Golf Club Gypsy Lane, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 4TY www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm

December 2015 SUNDAY 6TH Missenden Abbey London Road, Great Missenden HP16 0BD www.missendenabbey.co.uk weddings@missendenabbey.ltd.uk 01494 866811 Open Day

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January 2016 SATURDAY 9TH & SUNDAY 10TH Knebworth House Knebworth Park, Knebworth Herts SG1 2AX www.knebworthhouse.com yourevent@knebworthhouse.com 01438 813 825 10am-4pm daily SATURDAY 16TH & SUNDAY 17TH UK Wedding Show Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets-ukws SUNDAY 17TH Riverside Marquee The Riverside Marquee. Weir Bank, Monkey Island Lane, Bray-on-Thames, Maidenhead,Berkshire SL6 2ED www.riversidemarquee.co.uk enquiries@riversidemarquee.co.uk 01628 762 700 Free Entry. 11am–4pm Ramada Hotel St Albans Road West, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 9RH www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm SATURDAY 30TH & SUNDAY 31ST UK Wedding Show Excel, London www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets-ukws SUNDAY 31ST West Reservoir Centre Green Lane, Stoke Newington London N4 2HA www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com FREE Admission. 11am-3pm

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SATURDAY 6TH Ealing Town Hall New Broadway Ealing W5 2BY www.ealingvenues.co.uk venuehire@ealing.gov.uk 020 8825 6060 Free entry if you pre-register online 11am-5pm SATURDAY 20TH & SUNDAY 21ST The National Wedding Show Manchester Central, Manchester www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets SUNDAY 21ST Chesfield Downs Golf & Country Club Gt North Road, Gravely, Stevenage Hertfordshire SG1 4BS www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm Pendley Manor Hotel Cow Lane, Tring, Hertfordshire HP23 5QY www.pendley-manor.co.uk weddings@pendley-manor.co.uk 01442 891891 Hosted by “Wedding Partnership” Free Entry. 11am-4pm FRIDAY 26TH TO SUNDAY 28TH The National Wedding Show London Olympia, London www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets

SUNDAY 28TH Charmed Wedding Fayres Holiday Inn – Markyate Holiday Inn Luton South, London Road, Markyate AL3 8HH www.charmedweddingfayres.co.uk admin@charmedweddingfayres.co.uk 01582 671773/ 07968 803225 Free Entry. 11am-3pm

March 2016 FRIDAY 4TH TO SUNDAY 6TH The National Wedding Show Birmingham NEC, Birmingham www.ukbride.co.uk/buy-tickets SUNDAY 6TH Mill Green Golf Club Gypsy Lane, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 4TY www.vibaciousevents.com admin@vibaciousevents.com 07480 729121 / 07886 276366 FREE Admission. 11am-3pm

April 2016 FRIDAY 4TH TO SUNDAY 6TH SATURDAY 2ND Chichester Cathedral Eastern Arm, Cathedral Cloisters, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1PX www.cathedralenterprises.org.uk www.chichestercathedral.org.uk events@chichestercathedral.org.uk 01243 813585 Free Entry. 11am-3pm

WeddingFairs To advertise your wedding fairs in our 2017 edition call 01529 46 99 77 and speak to one of our friendly team.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Picture This...

When the flowers have faded and the cake is reduced to crumbs, your wedding photographs will be a lasting reminder of your special day...

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edding flowers are past their best in a few days, and your wedding cake will be reduced to mere crumbs... if it’s delicious enough! in short, your wedding photography and your wedding video are the two elements from your wedding planning that you’ll keep for the rest of your life - the groom being the only other legacy of months of planning.

Photographer? Videographer?

How about both, because each do completely separate jobs. Whilst your photographs will sit on your desk at work, hang on your walls, arguably they can’t capture the sound of the day, or the way you recited your vows, in the way that a wedding video can. A photographer can capture moments in time, but a videographer is able to capture words from well-wishers, the sound of laughter and the groom’s speech. Equally, photographs are a work of art, with effects that don’t work as well on video. you can’t put a wedding video in a frame, so it’s important that you make room in your wedding budget for both photographs and a DVD of your day.

How to Find an Expert Both photographers and videographers have their respective industry bodies. For photographers it’s either the BiPP, MPs or sWPP, whilst professionals

who record wedding videos are affiliated with the institute of Videographers.

Each of these trade bodies are able to help you find an ‘approved’ expert, but you should also trust your own judgement, so over the next few pages we feature a few local experts that we’d advise you call. talk to them, and get a feel for how they work with their brides and grooms.

Photographers should have a large portfolio of images and testimonials. Meanwhile, videographers usually have a showreel of their previous work.

A photographer can capture moments in time, but a videographer is able to capture the sound of laughter too... take a look at the quality of their footage, look at their editing techniques and assess the style with which they integrate music and mix different scenes together.

Book Early to Avoid Disappointment Because the vast majority of experts are booked up in the summer months, the most popular months for weddings, we recommend that you book your wedding photographer or videographer early. uKbride.co.uk’s QuoteMe service will enable you to send a message to local wedding suppliers with your wedding date on, so you can confirm their availability.

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KEITH SPILLETT PHOTOGRAPHY

43 Years Experience, Prices to Suit all Budgets

02085 705 179

www.keithspillettphotography.co.uk

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CAPTURE THE DAY

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Are you available...?

Before you start discussing your requirements, it’s a good idea to make sure your dream photographer is free on your wedding date - so be organised.

Ask if they are planning on covering other weddings on the same day as you, as the last thing you want is them rushing to get to another client.

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Amateur or pro?

try and do a mini background check and ask to see a portfolio, mainly to make sure they are a pro and not an amateur. Find out how long they’ve been photographing weddings and how many, and if they’ve covered a similar wedding to yours - if you’re having a large wedding you’ll want to make sure they can manage.

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Will I be retouched?

Most professional photographers perform post-processing on images. some limit this to tone and colour correction. Ask if they can do black and white conversions, sepia tints and other effects, colour popping, or blemish removal and how long they will spend post-processing your images.

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When can I see my photographs?

some photographers turn around their images quickly whilst others take months – sometimes longer, depending on the time of year and staff, so ask for an EtA on your images.

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good wedding photography is a result of artistry, sound technical understanding and exceptional ‘soft skills’ - the ability to be tactful, sensitive and to deal with overbearing in-laws! Here are the 10 questions we think you should ask your expert...

What’s your style?

lots of photographers have a style - the main being traditional & reportage that have a more natural approach. A contemporary style is becoming more popular, inspired by editorial fashion shots which are less formal and rigid, with interesting backdrops and light effects and unusual angles. traditional styles favour groups and romantic shots, and reportage appear unposed and concentrate on a natural look that appears to be less intrusive. if there’s a list of images you want, ask!

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Packages...?

Find out what packages your wedding photographer can offer, and whether these can be tailored to suit you and your budget. Ask about travel charges, insurance against damaged or lost memory cards, stolen equipment or falling ill on your wedding day, if they offer a pre-wedding shoot, customisation, photo booth, wedding albums, can others purchase copies of photographs, how much the deposit is and whether they offer a payment plan and what their refund and cancellation policy is.

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Backup equipment?

Every photographer should have backup flashes, lenses and other equipment such as batteries to ensure they can carry on shooting in the event of faulty equipment.

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Do you work alone?

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Can I have my images on CD/DVD?

Having two or more photographers covering your wedding ensures the bride and groom can be photographed getting ready, or detail shots of your day can be captured whilst the other organises group photographs. the more photographers who attend, the more comprehensive your wedding images will be.

lots of couples like to have digital copies of their weddng images, so it’s important to ask if you can obtain low-quality or watermarked versions of your images to use personally, or share with friends. lots of lives are carried out digitally, so using pictures in digital photo frames, on social media and being able to email them or print them out at home is essential.

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Will we get on?

getting along isn’t just a nicety. your photographer should make you feel comfortable and at ease so they create relaxed looking shots. On an already emotional day, it’s crucial your photographer is assertive to offer instruction to the wedding party so they capture the images you want. lots of photographers organise ice-breaker engagement shoots before the big day so you can get used to posing, and your photographer too.

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TRANSPORT

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VW Camper Van and Beetle: if you’re trying to create the perfect 1960’s retro them, then look no further! Boho is on trend at the moment, so add flowers to your hair to get the full effect.

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Double Decker: Add a bit of london edge to your wedding with a red double decker bus. it will provide a splash of colour for your outdoors wedding photographs, and you could also ‘double it up’ as a ride from the ceremony to your reception for guests. you could also book a party bus and sip champagne while you spend some quality time with your guests.

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Classic Car: For a retro glam inspired wedding, there’s nothing quite like a classic car! Choose from a rolls royce, Bentley, Beauford tourer or Daimler.

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Tractor: there’s nothing more alternative than arriving on the back of a tractor. Fun, quirky and great for those outdoor ‘festival’ style weddings. it will make the perfect prop for your photographs, and the children at your wedding will love a ride!

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Star Car: turn your guests’ heads with a famous car replica. there is so much choice - from a classic James Bond Aston Martin, italian Job Mini to a 66 Ford thunderbird or general lee from Dukes of Hazzard.

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Motorcycle: Ooze ultimate cool and get the groom to arrive at the wedding ceremony on a motorbike. For brides with wedding dresses too big for a side car - a trike is the perfect alternative and bound to get dad grinning from ear to ear on the way to the ceremony. Make sure all you biker brides choose a hairstyle that is easily fixed after wearing a helmet!

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Hot Air Balloon: Create a truly remarkable and memorable way to travel to your wedding ceremony with a hot air balloon ride. this will also give you the perfect opportunity to get some unusual but very cool aerial photographs of your guests.

8 the Journey of a

Lifetime “get me to the church on time!” that’s the cry of many brides who rush out of the house having put the finishing touches to their hair and makeup. Fortunately there are a number of options for ensuring you arrive in style...

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A Bicycle For Two: Environmentally friendly and hopelessly romantic, who could resist a bicycle ride for two on a tandem? store your flowers in the basket and whisk off on a scenic route together before making your way to greet your guests at the reception. A great way to get some fun and natural photographs of you together on your special day.

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Boat: Ahoy there... if you’re getting married by the river or the sea, why not make the most of it and arrive by boat.

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Horsing Around: the perfect way to fulfil your dream of a fairy tale wedding is with the classic and very romantic horse and carriage.

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HOW DOES IT WORK? UKbride is the number one wedding website in the whole of the UK. We want to ensure our wedding photographer advertisers get the very best response to their advertising on our website.

We also want to ensure that our 532,000 members enjoy the benefits of UKbride.

So just like a dating agency we want you, the bride, to meet up with a local wedding photographer. We want you to get to know them, see them at work, see their finished product in the hope that you love your experience - and your free photograph - and decide to book them for your wedding. There is no obligation to book the photographer, but obviously if you are impressed, you will!

It’s a ‘win win’ situation. This service is free for you and free to our wedding photographers. We have over 450 wedding photographers across the UK who are waiting for you to choose them. All you need to do is join UKbride for free. You’ll receive a free wedding magazine, free wedding planning tools and we will enter you into our ‘Win a £25,000 Wedding’ competition too!

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Would you like a Free Engagement Shoot?

Includes a Free Photograph.

No Catches, No Purchase Necessary.

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ENT M E G ENGA SHOOT O PHOT

All you have to do is choose from one of our 450 host Wedding Photographers from across the UK! The Photoshoot is for you and your partner, and can take up to one hour, the photos will be taken by a professional local wedding photographer.

All you have to do is join UKbride for free, and follow the instructions. Please note this offer is for brides-to-be in the UK who have not yet booked their wedding photographer.

Join UKbride for Free www.ukbride.co.uk/join

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HOW DOES IT WORK? UKbride is the number one wedding website in the whole of the UK. We love giving away prizes to our members. When you join UKbride (for free) you are automatically entered into our annual £25,000 wedding competition. We enter you into the annual competition every year until you are married.

But if you choose to become a Power User (£20 per year), we enter you into our monthly prize draws too.

You could win your wedding dress, honeymoon, wedding cake, photographer and loads, loads more.

Power Users also receive 100 more chances of winning the £25,000 wedding! They can receive up to 50% discount from some of our

35,000 wedding suppliers on the site. We also give you advanced wedding planning tools to ensure your day runs smoothly.

And when you are married, if you want to, you can sell your dress for free to over 532,000 members!

All you need to do is join UKbride, we’ll email you about Power Users, then simply follow the instructions!

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UKbride give away

WEDDING PRIzES EVERY SINGLE MONTH UKbride gives away genuine wedding prizes every single month. You can visit www.ukbride.co.uk/prizes to see previous prizes and winners, and this month’s prize too!

All you have to do is join UKbride for free, and become a Power User.

We charge £20 per year (or £2.50 for a monthly raffle ticket).

There are loads more benefits to become a Power User, too.

Join UKbride for Free www.ukbride.co.uk/join

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STATIONERY

Illustrated Wedding Stationery

by Emmy Designs.

Wedding Stationery From ideas for Diy designs to professionally printed products, we bring you some wedding stationery ideas to ‘brand’ your wedding...

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here are three options when it comes to choosing your wedding stationery - buy ready made, create your own at home, or have some professionally printed using a bespoke design. there are lots of different, and innovative designs to choose from, and most brides and grooms tend to choose stationery that matches their theme or colour. you’ll want to make a great first impression as your wedding save the dates or invitations are the first glimpse your guests will have of your theme and style.

We take a look at some fantastic wedding stationery ideas to give you some inspiration to find your perfect wedding stationery.

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All wedding stationery designs above are by Emmy Designs. They create beautiful rustic wedding invitations and stationery. Find out more on their website, www.emmydesigns.co.uk.

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SEASONAL IDEAS

‘tis the season to be

MARRIED

no matter what time of year you choose to marry, you can take a wealth of inspiration from the season with our suggestions for spring, summer, autumn and winter weddings...

Spring Weddings...

Spring weddings are all about bright, light wedding themes. And lots of flowers! With the sun shining and the start of spring brings a fresh start for nature and it is when everything comes to life once again. seasonal spring flowers include tulips, anemones, daffodils, roses, sweet peas and hyacinths. you can also use bright flowers to add a splash of subtle pastel colour, like with Kelsey rose dresses.

n light up your wedding with lanterns, great for a gentle golden glow at your reception - very romantic! Another option is layering fairy lights inside and out, as well as scented candles on your tables.

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www.eliza-mabel.co.uk

www.floandpercy.com

n Bridal umbrellas will wipe away the fear of spring showers. Wedding day rain is meant to bring good luck so be prepared with pretty umbrellas or parasols. think delicate lace for your wedding dress.

www.elizabethsemporium.co.uk

www.chilliebreeze.com

n incorporate nature in to different areas of your wedding, like leaves and twigs in your hair or icing flowers on your wedding cake. it’s the time for Easter so you could make wedding favours for guests using easter eggs in pretty tin containers.

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Summer Weddings...

Summer weddings have it all. (Almost) perfect weather, long days, warmer temperatures, lush greenery and bright vivid colours galore. summer brides have an array of flowers to choose from, and a long list of colour and hues making the possibilities really endless. Popular choices for summer weddings are roses, as shown below you can use red, yellow, pink or white together to create a summer garden effect. Other popular flowers are peonies, gerberas and the beautifully bright yellow sunflowers. n this colour mash doesn’t have to stop there. you can include different flowers and colours on your wedding cake too. the brighter, the better! n With the warmer weather, opt for an outdoor wedding and reception in a large tent or tipi, and make sure your guests can find you with wooden signs, a trend that is still proving very popular. give wedding favours guests will love, like jars of sweets, conserve with a flower matching your theme or popcorn.

www.romanticamedia.co.uk

www.cakesbykrishanthi.co.uk

www.kelseyrose.co.uk

n you should also embrace the boho-bride trend by wearing a light, flowy wedding dress or hair crown.

www.maunselhouse.co.uk

www.juicylucycupcakes.com

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Autumn Weddings...

Autumn weddings and brides have such a colourful palette to create their perfect wedding. rustling leaves, and beautiful hues of glowing gold, red and browns. Add flashes of colour that really stand out, like purple or blue to add that wow factor.

Opt for a long wedding dress, as the autumn months can start to be a bit cooler, and think bright colourful wellies which will look fantastic in your photographs. n there are many seasonal decorations and finishing touches that brides-to-be have on offer, like leaves and flower petals. you can also use seasonal fruits such as pears and apples instead of name cards on your tables. n When it comes to choosing the perfect flowers for you don’t despair that all the pretty spring and summer flowers are out of season. there’s still plenty to choose from! Dahlias and Hydrangeas are a great option, and can add a splash of colour to your theme. Don’t forget to add a bit of foliage - a great way to achieve the indoor/outdoor wedding theme. n Create autumn themed favours, such as ‘meant to bee’ honey pots, a quirky yet tasty alternative!

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SEASONAL IDEAS

Winter Weddings...

Winter weddings are the perfect time to over indulge in creating a magical winter wonderland. glimmering gold and silver and splashes of red, candles & roaring fires, falling snowflakes. the key to a winter wedding is using lots of light, not forgetting to include your outdoor space too. there is a lot less natural light during the winter months, so make sure you remember to factor this in. n Winter is all about sparkles and a great way to achieve this is, is with your wedding dress and cake! Jewels can create texture on your cake, and you can add a strip of colour if you’re having one to tie it in with your theme. n use holly and red berries on wreaths with candles on your tables - roses can also look beautiful. the robin is seen as the winter bird, so give your guests favour boxes with these sat on top. you could also use other winter birds. Another idea is favour stockings, or personalised Christmas bauble as a keepsake for your guests. n you can also add a splash of colour with your shoes to match your wedding day theme, such as plum red peep toe shoes.

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Simple Tips For

Wedding Make-Up n Make sure you have a make-up trial at least three weeks before your wedding. Wear a white t-shirt or shirt to show how your make-up will appear against paler colours. n Don’t be surprised if your make-up artist applies your make-up much more heavily than you would yourself. On camera, it needs to be stronger. n if you’re planning to have a false tan, go to the expense of having it applied professionally either by hand or a hand-held spray, never in a booth, which gives uneven coverage.

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Make sure you look dazzling on your wedding day with these simple make-up tips... n use professional make-up, not cheaper brands, which will provide a superior wear and should last the whole day through. n Don’t use any radical on-trend make-up styles. you’ll have your wedding photographs for the rest of your life, and you don’t want to look back and cringe at your ‘Ziggy stardust’ appearance. n Don’t put yourself under pressure on the day afford your make-up artist as much time as they need to ensure they do a good job.

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FLOWERS

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Make sure you research as many different floral designs as possible before you speak to your florist when choosing your wedding blooms...

n Achieve the Luxe: On-trend for 2015 and 2016 weddings is the ‘luxe’ look. soft pastels and English summer flowers with lots of contrasting greenery and extravagent textures. n Wearing Flowers: Whilst floral crowns used to be considered a little extravagent for uK brides, it’s now a trend that we’re embracing. Perfect for ‘English country’ weddings rather than ones with a more contemporary leaning, the look can be achieved with subtle inclusions of small flowers like gypsophila, or with larger flowers like tea roses and hydrangeas. n Vintage: this is a look that’s here to stay, and it doesn’t have to stop at your wedding dress or decorations. Opt for pale and pastel coloured flowers with lavender, wildflowers and greenery. n Keep it Native: using native flowers will keep the cost of your wedding flowers as low as possible. try and combine expensive feature flowers with cheaper filler flowers and bushy foliage like ivy, fern and gyp too. n Something Different: if you’re looking for something a little different; pomanders with fragrance in them, flowers hung in vintage glass bottles, silk or paper flowers, buttons and brooches are all alternative ideas.

Top: light colours match pastels really well in a bouquet. By keeping most of the flowers white and adding coloured flowers, you can get quite a vintage look. Left: Both bouquets have contrasts of large flowers and smaller flowers which is important to any theme.

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CAKES

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Statement Cakes: Every bride wants to take centre stage on her wedding day - and making a statement shouldn’t stop at the dress! Make your wedding cake stand out with bold blocks of colour.

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No tiers: gone are the days of samesized tiers and shapes. Create an intriguing wedding cake by taking out the tiers and creating a cone shaped cake.

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Flavoured Sponge: it’s the year of the sponge (bye bye fruit cake!), and couples are starting to choose even more adventurous flavours - such as cocktail inspired tiers, chocolate, and even lemon or carrot cake.

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Frills: romantic frills and ruffles are a continuing trend this year, mimicking folds of delicate wedding dresses.

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Sweet Tables: Brides looking for a more fun wedding are using sweets, bon-bons and styled sweet tables. A great way to incorporate your favourite edible delights, complimenting your theme.

From cakes of cheese, bon-bons, and sweets, mixed tiers and hand-painted cakes to individuals and a pyramid of croquembouche. Making your wedding cake unique is... erm... a piece of cake, with our on-trend suggestions...

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Painted Cakes: Hand-painted cakes are a hot trend this year. Anything goes and gives couples the opportunity to create their very own piece of art.

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’Naked’ Cakes: More and more brides are opting for a rustic themed wedding, and naked cakes are the answer. uncovered sponge cakes with layers of buttercream and jam, decorated with flowers.

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Croquembouche: lots of brides are opting for cupcakes, croquembouche or individual cakes instead of traditional tiers. you can add an array of textures and flavours with these little delights. some of the top trends for 2014 are 20’s gatsby-inspired and English garden.

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Geometrics: geometric prints are on trend, with wedding cakes no exception. Appealing to the modern day bride, they have structured patterns and elegant clean lines.

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Bespoke Cakes: More and more couples want their wedding to be more personable and a reflection of their personalities. they want to look back on their photos, and say “that was so us!”

Creating a bespoke wedding cake is a great way to achieve this.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Classical music is a must-have at a wedding, especially during the first dance. If you already have entertainment in mind and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not classical, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth hiring classical musicians for the first dance only. This way, you can really make it special.

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Right; A comedian is a form of entertainment that not a lot of people associate with weddings but it’s a great way to put a smile on your guests faces.

Below; the first dance is one of the most important elements to a wedding after the actual marriage itself. if yourself or your future husband are known for having two left feet, try dance lessons before the big night!

Celebrate your

Love

Weddings are a chance for family and friends to come together to celebrate your love with a really great party...!

Your wedding day is about showing your love in front of family and friends, but it’s also a celebration.

A wedding disco will provide not just great music but a light show and night time decoration of your venue too.

Classical music will disguise clattering cutlery at your reception, whilst ensuring your guests can still hear each other to talk.

there’s nothing more excrutiating than a couple shuffling awkwardly during their first dance, so enhance your dance with professional lessons. Wedding Day Dance uK have over 300 instructors across the country and can teach you in private in your own home, with packages from £75-£385.

Consider fireworks - indoor or outdoor - which look great in photographs... you can also use sparklers for lightpainting photos.

Above; there are bands that provide more than just music! image: Brackenbury Photography.

What about children? Keeping them occupied during your reception will help the parents to enjoy the evening. Bouncy castles, coconut shys, magicians and playbuses with creches will keep them happy... they all look great in photographs, too!

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The

Honeymoon

Period The proverb goes that it’s better to travel than to arrive... we beg to differ, with a few suggestions for dream honeymoons to suit all budgets...

your wedding is a once in a lifetime experience and the happiest day of your life. the day itself goes so quickly, but with a dream honeymoon, you can make the magic last a little longer.

Honeymoon Funds With lots of couples living together before marriage, few have a need for wedding gifts such as toasters and ironing boards, so many are opting to create honeymoon funds instead.

Top Honeymoon Destinations

£ MAlDiVEs Maldives from £1,400 per person, 5 star accommodation: A top destination for the ultimate romantic honeymoon with candlelit dinners

under starry skies, secluded hideaway accommodation and palm-fringed beaches.

December to April tends to be hotter weather, with average temperatures ranging from 25°c to 29°c. the beaches are superb, and many of the islands are surrounded by wonderful coral reefs.

£ MExiCO Cancun, Mexico from £1,200 per person, 5 star accommodation: Mexico will offer incredible weather as well as a landscape of incredible natural beauty.

Crystal clear waters will prove nothing short of blissful, and a wealth of champagne and seafood will provide a sense of real luxury.

£ AustrAliA Melbourne, Australia from £1,227 per person, 5 star accommodation: Australia is the land of adventure and is perfect for couples who don’t want just a honeymoon lazing in the sun. From cosmopolitan cities and beach paradises, deserts, rolling hills and the Outback, Australia is very diverse so we recommend a tour. it’s guarantee to be a trip of a lifetime that you definitely won’t forget in a hurry!

£ tHAilAnD Phuket, Thailand from £1,410 per person, 5 star accommodation: in the spring months, thailand’s shores of Koh samui or Koh Phangan are

perfect, or one of its smaller, more rustic resorts. An exotic destination, thailand boasts enchanting beaches and landscapes as well as a diverse culture.

£ usA San Francisco from £1,423 per person, includes 5 star accommodation. november is an ideal month, climate wise, to explore the usA, including the grand Canyon with its breathtaking terrain. A little earlier in the year, between spring and summer, san Francisco’s climate is at its best. the city is quite bohemian; one of the most understated usA destinations. new york is also a popular destination, and perfect for a spot of sightseeing and shopping!

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Seychelles from £1,880 per person, 5 star accommodation: the seychelles makes a truly relaxing honeymoon destination, with pearl white beaches, diving and snorkelling, and temperatures usually hovering around 30°c.

Rome, from £604 per person, 5 star accommodation: rome is a beautiful city, and great for a little indulgence in delectable cuisine. rome is renown for its awe-inspiring relics and ruins including the Colosseum and the trevi Fountain. the city boasts museums and galleries, charming squares and medieval streets - and is great for a shopping trip!

£ KEnyA Kenya from £1,632 per person, 5 star accommodation: July is the perfect time for a safari holiday, with specialist providers recommending tours of areas like the Maasai Mara. Kenya is also blessed with a tropical coastline, powder white sands and stunning azure waters.

£ FiJi Fiji from £1,998 per person, 5 star accommodation: Fiji is an exotic destination brimming with cultures and traditions, pristine beaches and tropical hinterland. Fiji is also home to luxurious and exclusive resorts and island hideaways with spas - the perfect destination to relax and soak up the sun as the islands of Fiji enjoy a tropical climate throughout the year with high temperatures.

£ BArBADOs Barbados from £2,362 per person, 4.5 star accommodation: Beautiful white sandy beaches and azure blue seas... Barbados is a newlywed’s picture perfect paradise! A sophisticated Caribbean island, this small coral island is big on personality, culture and indulgence.

£ PAris Paris, from £1,515 per person, 5 star accommodation: We love the intimacy and romance of Paris, and it has a fabulous culture. there’s lots of shops, cafès & markets to discover, and Paris is world-famous for the beauty and number of galleries and the Eiffel tower of course!

£ MAuritius Mauritius from £1,513 per person, 5 star accommodation: this spectacular island of white sand beaches, sugar cane fields and lush mountains in the indian Ocean offers some of the finest hotels in the world, as well as indulgent relaxation.

With coral reefs and pure white sands and crystal clear waters, it’s not hard to see why Mauritius, the coveted castaway island, is a popular choice for honeymooners. there’s lots to see as well as soaking up some sun.

For reservations, visit www.expedia.co.uk or call 0800 783 2384.

All prices are estimates and may be subject to change.

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Brides 4 Less Limited London CR0 7BY syra808@hotmail.co.uk 07882 359122 Demigella 48c St John’s Road, Tunbridge Wells Kent TN4 9NY www.demigella.co.uk demigella@gmail.com 01892 549669 Elderberry Brides 8 New Street, Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 7DE www.elderberrybrides.co.uk info@elderberrybrides.co.uk 01256 474 004 Elliot Claire London London EC1N 8LS 02074 045163 www.elliotclaire.com chloe@elliotclaire.co.uk Fross Wedding Collections LTD 89 High Street, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 1RJ www.frossweddingcollections.co.uk fross@weddingcollections.co.uk 01825 763380 Get N Hitched Middlesex www.getnhitched.co.uk sales@getnhitched.co.uk 0208 363 5573

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Catering

Entertainment AJ Pyrotechnics Ltd Unit 7, Kingsmead, Park Farm Industrial Estate Folkestone, Kent CT195EU www.ajpyrotechnics.co.uk enquiries@ ajpyrotechnics.co.uk 01303 867011 / 07826 658996 Digital Disco Services Hampshire www.digitaldiscoservices.com djdavid@digitaldiscoservices.com 07940 179623 Elite Fun Casino Events Essex www.elitefuncasinoevents.com info@elitefuncasinoevents.com 07762 789292 Harlequin Fireworks Buckinghamshire www.harlequin-fireworks.co.uk penroseraydiana@yahoo.co.uk 01494 872683 Sugartown Surrey www.sugartown.co.uk info@sugartown.co.uk 01932 889844 Spotlight Entertainment ‘Five Oaks’, Thatcham, RG18 4ET Spotlight-entertainment.co.uk spotlightlynette@aol.com 01635 874888 / 07966 172318

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“Too Right” Feet Dance Company London, Essex and Kent based toorightfeetdance.com toorightfeetdance@gmail.com 07714 635336

Celebrant

Florist

Marlene Diana West Sussex www.marlenediana.co.uk marlene@marlenediana.co.uk 07915 052106 Yvonne Dobbs Celebrant Morgan Close, Northwood, Middlesex HA6 3NE www.yvonnedobbscelebrant.co.uk ivvey@hotmail.com 07800 543 426

Butterflies & Bows Surrey www.butterfliesandbows.co.uk info@butterfliesandbows.co.uk 01342 892392

Health & Beauty JoJo Hicks Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist Surrey www.facebook.com/jojo.hicksmakeupandhair jojo_hicks@hotmail.co.uk 07545 870108

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Hen Party Ideas Fuller’s Hill Cottages Fuller’s Hill, little gransden, sandy Cambridgeshire sg19 3BP www.fullershillcottages.co.uk bookings@fullershillcottages.co.uk 07544 208959 “Too Right” Feet Dance Company london, Essex and Kent based toorightfeetdance.com toorightfeetdance@gmail.com 07714 635336

Honeymoon The Wedding Travel Company unit E3 seedbed Centre, Davidson Way romford, Essex rM7 0AZ www.theweddingtravelcompany.com emma@theweddingtravelcompany.com 01708 412136

Jewellery Michael Jones Jeweller Oxfordshire www.michaeljonesjeweller.co.uk banbury@michaeljonesjeweller.co.uk 01295 263540

Mother Of The Bride Cameo Boutique 223 london road, Hadleigh, Essex ss7 2rD www.cameoboutique.co.uk info@cameo-boutique.com 01702 552250

Photography Anna Mikulich Photography www.amikulich.co.uk info@amikulich.co.uk 07512 468562 Catherine Pound Photography 33 troon gardens, luton, Bedfordshire lu2 7gB www.catherinepound.com tales@catherinepound.com +447854848425

Chris Drury Photography 8 Watling View, st Albans, Hertfordshire Al1 2PA www.chrisdruryphotography.co.uk dc.drury@hotmail.co.uk 01727 763409 / 07899 967974

Up Close Photography 3 tuffley Park, lower tuffley lane, gloucester gl2 5DE www.upclosephotography.co.uk weddings@upclosephotography.co.uk 07584 863998

Jonathan Lappin Photography www.jonathanlappinphotos.co.uk info@jonathanlappinphotos.co.uk 07961 427645

Stationery

Keith Spillett Photography london www.keithspillettphotography.co.uk keith@keithspillettphotography.co.uk 02085 705179 Mark Haysom Photography Limited 20 Chinnor Close, Bedford MK41 9tQ www.markhaysom.co.uk hello@markhaysom.co.uk 0756 557 5224 Matthew Lawrence Photography Farnham, surrey www.matthewlawrencephotos.co.uk matt@matthewlawrencephotos.co.uk 07825 887 862 Michael Mead Photography Middlesex www.mikemeadphotography.co.uk mikemeadphotography@btinternet.com 01784 243291 Photography By Adelphos surrey www.photographybyadelphos.co.uk photographybyadelphos@gmail.com 07921 713800 Pinner Wedding Photography Middlesex www.pinnerweddingphotography.co.uk tim@pinnerwp.co.uk 020 8248 9618 Sheila Constable Photography 74B, Park Avenue East, Ewell, Epsom, surrey Kt17 2ny www.sheilaconstable.co.uk info@sheilaconstable.co.uk 020 8393 1509 Take This Woman Wedding Photography www.takethiswoman.co.uk baz@takethiswoman.co.uk 07730 077726

TigerLily Wedding Stationery surrey www.tigerlilyuk.com info@tigerlilyuk.com 01306 731343

Toastmasters The Man in the Red Coat 7 stanstead grove, london sE6 4uD www.themanintheredcoat.co.uk james@themanintheredcoat.co.uk 07773 229909

Transport Cathedral Cars Hampshire www.cathedralcars.com brian@cathedralcars.com 08002 982709 Classic Car Hire 161 High street, Hampton Hill Middlesex tW12 1ng www.classic-hire.com info@classic-hire.com 0208 398 8304 Cool Classic Cars Essex www.coolclassiccars.co.uk coolclassiccars@btopenworld.com 01702 421731 Vintage Dreams Wedding Cars Essex www.vintagedreams.co.uk info@vintagedreams.co.uk 01206 212443

Venue Addington Palace gravel Hill, Addington Village, Croyden surrey Cr0 5BB www.addington-palace.co.uk events@addington-palace.co.uk 02086 625000

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