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10 tips for honeymooning in a place where you don’t speak the language
Paris is utterly romantic at any time of the year and Tokyo in the Spring is marvellous. They’re perfect spots for a honeymoon – even if you don’t speak the language. But, though picking an exotic foreign honeymoon destination may seem like a most adventurous idea on paper, once you land, the reality can hit – hard: you…
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Wedding day skin preparation
Great skin doesn’t start the day or week of your wedding, it starts MONTHS before. Here are the best ways to ensure your wedding day skin preparation leads you to a flawless complexion both in person and in those all important wedding photographs. These top tips will guide you to gorgeous wedding day skin: Drink…
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10 reasons to get married
There have been jokes around forever about marriage and getting married but, despite the gags, and even the critics, marriage remains a popular lifestyle choice. Why? Because, aside from being a wonderful and fun institution, there are plenty of terrific benefits. Here are just 10: You make more money Yep, it’s true! Marriage means you have…
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How to know when you’ve found the perfect wedding dress
Your wedding gown is such an important part of your big day and, as any past bride will tell you, they may not have known exactly what type of wedding dress they wanted, but they certainly knew ‘The Dress’ when they tried it on. Here’s how to know when you’ve found the perfect wedding dress: You can…
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15 of the hottest trends from New York Bridal Fashion Week
New York Bridal Fashion Week happens twice a year, and the first installment for 2016 certainly didn’t disappoint. The April shows, which ran for three-days, set the tone for the latest bridal trends and we can’t wait to see this year’s stunning looks filter from the catwalk to the aisle. From layering statement jewellery, to…
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Elie Saab launches first ever bridal collection
Lebanese fashion designer Elie Saab has just launched his first bridal collection and it’s every bit as gorgeous as you could imagine. Though the couturier, who is famous for his glamorous evening wear, has collaborated with bridal retail brand Pronovias in the past, his Spring 2017 bridal collection is the first released solely under his own…
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10 phrases that’ll turn a bride into a bridezilla
Even the loveliest and most even-tempered of brides can crumble under the stress of wedding planning, so, whether you’re the groom, a bridesmaid or a family member, here is some sage advice – unless you want to unleash a bride’s inner bridezilla, never, ever repeat the below phrases. “Yeah, I don’t really care about that.”…
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Ask Samantha: is it OK to ask guests to pay for their meals at my wedding instead of bringing gifts?
My husband-to-be and I are on quite a restricted budget and really can’t afford to have a big do for our wedding but we want as many of our friends and family to be a part of our special day as possible. Would it be wrong to ask guests to pay for their own meals?…
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Wedding Wishing Wells for modern couples
A Wedding Wishing Well is a popular choice among modern couples, and, in particular, an online Wishing Well even more so. Here are the benefits of having a Wedding Wishing Well or an online Wishing Well. What is a Wishing Well? Traditionally, a Wishing Well is a basket or box in which wedding guests place…
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10 things nobody told me about my wedding day
You can read every wedding-day article and talk to dozens of married couples, but your wedding day has to be experienced in order to truly understand what it’s like. Here are 10 things nobody told me about my wedding day. Time flies You know those times when you go somewhere and boredom sets in? You can’t…
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Bridal Buddy: an invention that helps brides with THAT little wedding day problem
A former bridal shop consultant has come up with a whacky – but very sensible – solution to an age-old bridal problem: how do I go to the bathroom in my wedding dress? Every bride knows how difficult it is to answer Nature’s call when you’re strapped into a tight-fitting – or huge merengue-like wedding…
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Hugh Jackman and wife, Deborra-Lee Furness celebrate 20 years of marriage
Hollywood star, Hugh Jackman, has posted a throwback photo of himself and wife Deborra-Lee Furness on their wedding day to Instagram in celebration of their 20th wedding anniversary. The never-seen-before image was taken on their wedding day, which was held at St. John’s in Toorak on April 11, 1996. The Instagram audience has shown its approval by liking the image…
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Bride’s mission to have Tom Hanks give her away
Die-hard Tom Hanks fan – and Berkshire bride-to-be Hannah Ferguson, is on a mission: to have Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks walk her down the aisle. Hannah, a professional wedding planner, 26, doesn’t get along with her father so, with no one to walk her down the aisle she’s willing to settle for the next best thing,…
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Beginner’s guide: how to announce your engagement
You’re engaged, you’re excited, you want to tell the world – but how exactly do you go about doing it properly? After all, tell the wrong people first – and your nearest and dearest may be wounded for life. Our practical guide to announcing your engagement answers all your burning questions and will ensure the…
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Purple and Yellow Wiggles marry in ‘magical’ ceremony
Yellow Wiggle Emma Watkins and Purple Wiggle Lachy Gillespie have exchanged vows in an elegant outdoor ceremony, which wasn’t without a few cheeky references to their Wiggles background. Lachy, 30, and Emma, 26, both joined the internationally renowned children’s entertainment group The Wiggles in 2013 and couldn’t help but weave a few fun and cute references to…
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Bridal Barbie: Iconic doll debuts new look in Oscar de la Renta wedding dress
She’s one of the world’s best-dressed dolls, but this year, Barbie has gone seriously haute couture, wearing a wedding dress designed by the late Oscar de la Renta himself. Toy-maker Mattel’s annual Bridal Barbie regularly wears the latest designs from some of the biggest names in weddings, but this year’s doll (pictured above) has donned…
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Edible: a wedding dress that’s good enough to eat?
The world-famous cake decorating and baking show Cake International is heading to London next week and, among the incredible sugary creations on show will be a whopping two metre tall edible wedding dress cake weighing 75kgs – more than some brides. The confectionery delight is the creation of award-winning cake sculptor Sylvia Elba who, with the help of two assistants, took more than…
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Bridal accessories: 10 dos and don’ts
When it comes to your big day, even the smallest of details matter. Bridal accessories can make or break your outfit and when chosen well they can take your bridal look to a whole new level of beauty. Here are 10 things to do – or avoid – when choosing your bridal accessories. Dos Work around…
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10 gorgeous bridal pantsuits
While some brides dream of wearing a frothy, voluminious princess-style wedding dress down the aisle, others prefer something a little less traditional. For brides who love both fashion and doing things their own unique way, here are 10 gorgeous bridal pantsuits to inspire the biggest fashion moment of your life. Sleek and structured For brides…
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After nearly 40 years of marriage, this is what I’ve learned…
As he approaches his fortieth year of marriage, groom David shares what he’s learned since that fateful – and utterly fantastic day – he walked down the aisle with this beautiful new bride. Marriage is not a panacea “Some people think that a problem they currently have will go away once they get married,” says…
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Three (big) bridesmaid dilemmas – and how to handle them
The relationship between a bride and her bridesmaids is, generally, a precious one. But that doesn’t mean picking – and keeping – your attendants is always easy. Sometimes, things don’t go according to plan, and it can be tricky to know how to respond. Here are three common bridesmaid-related dilemmas, and our advice on how…
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What you need to know when hiring a limousine for your wedding
Considering hiring a limousine to get you to and fro on your big day? It’s a wise – and popular – choice, but one that comes with so many questions. Here are some of the most frequently asked limo hire questions – along with their answers. What is a limousine? Contrary to what many people believe,…
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Before and after: watch a photographer turn an ordinary wedding photo into a Star Wars masterpiece
Californian photographer (and Photoshop wizard) Tanya Musgrave has given one of her clients a truly unforgettable wedding gift, turning their very ordinary wedding photo into a sci-fi masterpiece – after a marathon 12-hour editing session. Tanya, who says she “dabbles a bit in Photoshop as a hobby,” was asked by one of her clients to add a…
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10 wedding toasts so horrible, it’s difficult to believe they’re real
They say most people fear public speaking more than death itself and, in the case of some of these truly awkward, sometimes inappropriate – and very real-life – wedding speeches and toasts, we can believe it! From reddit user heretik: My uncle (after about a pint of whiskey) gave a wonderful speech at his son’s (my cousin’s)…
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Wedding themes: popular wedding styles explained
Weddings seem to have a language of their own and, though by the time you walk down the aisle, you’ll know your bouquets from your boutonnieres, the first terms you’ll need to get your head around are those relating to wedding themes. Here are some of the most popular wedding theme ideas explained. We’ve described…
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10 cities every foodie couple should consider honeymooning in
If tucking into gourmet meals or nibbling on delicious street food is your idea of a perfect holiday, why not consider spending your honeymoon eating your way around the world? After all, there’s little more romantic than sharing a meal with someone you love, especially as a couple of foodies. Spend your honeymoon eating, drinking and…
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Video: incredible optical illusion marriage proposal
They’re the proposal pictures sweeping the internet – and it’s easy to see why. Well, kinda. A San Francisco Data Engineer planned a 2D optical illusion marriage proposal which not only give his girlfriend the surprise of her life, but also provided the Californian pair with once-in-a-lifetime engagement photos. The images, which have gone viral,…
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Options galore: 20 choices for your style of wedding ceremony
The text book Western wedding takes place in a chapel; the bride in white and the groom in black, with Here Comes The Bride bellowing from an antiquated pipe organ. And that’s all peachy, but it’s not every couples’ fantasy wedding. If you’re planning ceremonial celebrations, consult this list of 20 pre-cut wedding templates for…
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Choosing the perfect engagement ring
Traditionally speaking, it is the groom who picks out the engagement ring. However, more and more modern brides are selecting their engagement ring themselves. So, if you choose to have a hand in selecting your engagement ring, here are some tips to help you choose the right ring! The sheer volume of choice and all…
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Couple take incredible wedding photo with notorious biker gang
A Kiwi couple were enjoying what they thought would be a typical wedding photo shoot on Saturday before they encountered New Zealand’s notorious Black Power gang. So, what did they they? They asked them to be part of one of their wedding photos and the result is truly special. Photographer Rebecca Inns was taking newlyweds Matthew and…
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11 must-pack items for your honeymoon day trips
Whether you’re going on a day tour into the wilds of a jungle or exploring a teeming metropolis, there are several helpful items you should always carry with you. From your camera to capture every moment, to a water bottle to keep you hydrated, here are some of the most important items to include when…
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Wedding photography trends: smoke bombs are, erm, the bomb!
Smoke bombs. They’re the latest wedding photography trend and, well, we can’t get enough of the dazzling and daring streaks of colour we’re seeing popping up in wedding snaps across the globe.
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Awesome alert: ‘Just married’ signs for the geeky at heart
A clever Californian graphic designer has created a set of truly modern ‘Just Married’ decals aimed for modern couples with a geeky streak. We love Anthony Herrara‘s homage to his favourite fantasy and sci-fi books and TV shows. It’s a range of fun vinyl ‘Just Married’ decals featuring in-jokes from the likes of Harry Potter, Dr. Who,…
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Wedding dance 101: the basics explained
Even the briefest peek at YouTube throws up so many options for your wedding reception dance routine. Whether you opt for a traditional waltz or something really out there, rule number one is there are no rules! Here are some possible options. The old-fashioned routine The bride and groom dance alone. The main point here is…
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Your guide to bridal lingerie
While some brides consider their bridal lingerie to be an important part of their outfit, other brides may not care so much about what they are wearing under their dress. However, choosing the right lingerie, shapewear and underwear is an important factor in making sure you feel comfortable and your dress sits well on your…
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Marriage advice from Hugh Jackman: “Happy wife, happy life!
If you’re looking for tried and tested marriage advice, then here it is. According to Golden Globe-winning actor Hugh Jackman “happy wife, happy life” is a slogan he lives by, and, it appears his attitude has been successful as the Hollywood star and his wife Deborra-Lee are about to celebrate 20 years of marriage. Hugh, 47,…
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Sneak peek: inside Russia’s £695 million wedding
Russian oil tycoon Mikhail Gutseriev spared no expense when it came to son Said Gutseriev’s wedding to 20-year-old student bride Khadija Uzhakhova. Mikhail forked out a whopping £695 million ($USD 1 billion), about a sixth of his overall wealth, to ensure his son’s big day was, well, VERY big. The opulent wedding, which was held in Moscow…
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Prince William attend’s ex’s wedding in Kenya
Prince William has spent the Easter long weekend attending the wedding of his ex-girlfriend Jessica Craig – in Kenya. The future King of England, 33, was one of about 150 guests who attended the wedding between Jessica and conservationist Professor Jonathan Baillie and, though William’s wife, Kate, wasn’t present at the nuptials, William and the Craigs…
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Wild nights? Cartoon nails the nightly routine of millions of couples…
American writer and cartoonist Adrienne Hedger of Hedger Humour has nailed married life for so many couples across the globe with this witty – and all-to-true cartoon – which shows that, like little kids, so many of us and our partners simply cannot acknowledge we’re sleepy… even when we are!
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How long should a wedding gown be?
I bought THE. MOST. BEAUTIFUL. wedding dress, my dream wedding dress, in fact, during a sale. The only thing is, I’m quite short and it’s far, far too long for me. I need to have it hemmed but I’m not sure how much to take off the bottom. How long should a wedding gown be? Samantha…
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Happy anniversary: Prince William and Kate Middleton celebrate five-years of marriage
Congratulations to Prince William and Kate Middleton who celebrate their five-year wedding anniversary today! William, 33, and Kate, 34, met in 2001 at St Andrew’s University but it wasn’t until 2003 that the pair became a couple. Fast forward to 2011, and the now Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were married on April 29, in a…
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A little too much fun: bride breaks both wrists at hen’s party
A Welsh bride who got a little too carried away on her hen’s night has ended up breaking both wrists – just 10 days before her big day. Elin Russell-Hughes, from Anglesey, North Wales, was enjoying her hen’s weekend celebrations when a truly 21st century disaster occurred: she broke her wrists while ‘twerking’ on the dance floor!…
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Signs you’re ready to propose – or accept a proposal
Getting married is a huge step. It is also one that you should not jump into unless you are completely ready to do so. Knowing the signs that you are ready to get married can help you decide it is time to take that leap. The following 10 signs will help you know whether you’re ready…
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What you need to know about destination weddings
Planning a destination wedding can be a little trickier than planning your nuptials on home soil. HOWEVER, with a little knowledge, it doesn’t need to be that much extra work. Here’s some tips on planning a destination wedding, no matter where in the world you currently live and no matter where in the world you’d…
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10 ways to ensure your wedding day make-up stays on – all day and all night long
Even if someone else is doing your make-up on your big day, there are a number of things you can do to ensure it stays on and looks fresh all day long. Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate! It may sound like a slightly unromantic analogy, but in the same way you would always sand a piece of vintage…
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10 budget-friendly centrepiece ideas
While flowers are a traditional and consistently popular choice for table centrepieces, many couples are becoming more adventurous with their choice of centrepiece decorations. The best part is, there are many new ideas and options which won’t hurt the hip-pocket either! These 10 creative centrepieces are both budget-friendly and stylish. Terrarium table tops Cacti, succulents,…
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I don’t want children at my wedding. How do I tell guests, hopefully, without offending them?
I don’t want children at my wedding. It’s not that I don’t like them, but I want to have a good time without having to worry about kids misbehaving or being underfoot all day. I want their parents to have a good time too and, frankly, I don’t want to have to pay per head…
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11 questions to ask before saying ‘yes’ to being a bridesmaid
Congratulations! You’ve been asked to be someone’s bridesmaid and your mission, should you choose to accept it, will be one filled with joy, celebration and plenty of (hopefully happy) tears! However, while being a bridesmaid is undoubtedly a special honour, there are a few questions you really should ask before saying ‘yes!’ Weddings are lots of fun but they’re…
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Am I marrying the right person?
If You Are The One. It’s been dubbed the world’s biggest dating show and, in it, a male suitor presents himself to 24 ladies. Together, they ask and answer questions about each other and, as each round goes by and they get to know each other better, the ladies can opt to remain in or out – and…
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Using technology to bust your wedding planning stress
One of the best things about technology is how it makes everyday life easier. And when it comes to wedding planning, things are no different. Want to include overseas friends and family in your wedding? Live streaming is a great solution. Want to easily keep track of your guest list? There’s an app for that. But…
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Coachella wedding weekend: model Nicole Trunfio marries Gary Clark Jr.
Supermodel Nicole Trunfio has married Grammy Award-winning musician Gary Clark Jr., in a Coachella-themed wedding at Palm Springs, California. Nicole, 30, and Gary, 32, married on Tuesday April 19, at the Colony Palms Hotel in an outdoor ceremony, which was officiated by Gary’s manager. The pair, who share a one-year-old son named Zion, met at Coachella…
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Modern TV wedding dresses: Our favourites
Births, deaths and marriages; all part of the three-month TV soap cycle that keeps ratings at an all-time high. Advertised as the ‘television event of the year’, an on-screen wedding is a big deal for TV junkies, so we’ve picked a few of our favourites to relive with a compilation of small screen wedding dresses.…
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10 odd wedding traditions from around the world
Can you think of any institution or activity which has as many traditions as a wedding? What about as many whacky traditions? It’s hard to out-tradition the traditions associated with a wedding. Mind you, marriage has the advantage of being a universal activity. So, here are some decidedly odd wedding traditions from around the world,…
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A guide to wedding day drinks
A glass or two of champagne is a nice addition to most weddings, even if it’s only as a toast during the speeches. But a question you might be asking is – how many beverages should you serve and when? The simple answer is – it’s your wedding and you make the rules. Plus, there’s a range…
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The world’s first Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster wedding
The world’s first legally recognised ‘Pastafarian’ marriage has taken place in New Zealand between members of the light-hearted Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster. Pastafarians believe humans are all descendants of pirates and members Toby Ricketts, 35, and Marianna Fenn, 33, married over the weekend in a ceremony which was, of course, pirate-themed. The ceremony…
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How to have an unplugged wedding ceremony
Some couples encourage guests to take photos at their wedding – providing as many perspectives of the big day as possible – while others ask their guests to unplug and leave the photography to the professionals. If you’re leaning towards the latter, here are some polite ways to tell your guests, ‘no photos please!’ What…
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Badly behaved: bridesmaid-zillas
Bridesmaids. They’re supposed to support their brides and help share in the joy of her special day, but this isn’t always the case. Some bridesmaids are so unsupportive and cause so many problems, they truly deserve the title of bridesmaid-zilla. We’ve quizzed friends and family galore – and scoured the internet – in search of the best, or should we say, worst, bridesmaid-zilla…
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Make a sweet centrepiece – 10 ways to feature chocolate in your wedding
They say that chocolate is a girl’s other best friend, but that doesn’t mean your wedding guests won’t also go crazy for the sweet treat everyone craves. Here are 10 ways to incorporate chocolate into your wedding nuptials. Have a chocolate and lollie bar If you’re thinking of featuring bomboniere at your wedding, why not make…
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10 top tips to be a terrific wedding guest
There’s something wonderful about being invited to attend a wedding, and sharing in a couple’s special day as they open a new chapter in their relationship. It’s a celebration geared towards a good time, from beautiful vows and gorgeous gowns to a glass of champers to toast their good fortune. Play things right and you’ll…