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What happens at a pole dancing hen party?

A pole dancing hen party is a fantastic idea. It’s a great way to get your favourite girls together for one hell of a laugh while making unforgettable memories. If you’re wondering whether pole dancing is the right thing for your hen party find out here! Reasons to have a pole dancing hen party There…
Planning a surprise hens party

A surprise hen party might not be conventional but it does take the pressure off the bride as she doesn’t need to make any decisions, and it just makes the whole thing a bit more exciting. If you’re planning a surprise hen party then here are some top tips: Find out her work schedule Typically…
Things to think about when planning a hen party

Everyone will have their own idea of what an ideal hen party should look like and getting everyone to agree on a particular venue and set of activities can seem like mission impossible. We’ve got plenty of great advice if you’re planning a hen party. Single night or whole weekend? Going on a trip to…
Engagement party rules every couple should know

It is easy to overlook your engagement party once your official announcement has been made and your family are badgering you about details of the wedding. It’s a shame to waste the opportunity to get both your families together however, so here are a few engagement party rules to be aware of. The date Though…
Six fabulous engagement party types

As with weddings, there are many different engagement party types which means you can have a truly personal and unique event doing the sorts of things you would like. If your parents have offered to throw you an engagement party but you can’t decide on a theme, why not pick one of our six common…
Engagement party tips to make the most of your event

Don’t tell anyone but the best thing about having an engagement party is being able to show your sparkling ring, while reliving old memories with your nearest and dearest and drinking lots of the bubbly stuff! There is though a practical reason to hold an engagement bash, and that’s to allow the friends and relatives…
Affordable hen party ideas for chicks on a budget

Hen party costs can get wildly out of control, and if guests are worrying that they can’t actually afford all the activities you have arranged it can really dampen the mood. If you’re trying to stick to a reasonable budget here are some great affordable hen party ideas. Tour her hometown If the party will…
When to order your wedding favours

Wedding favours aren’t usually a high priority for couples planning their weddings but it’s important to say thank you to your wedding guests and if you don’t get those wedding favours on your to-do list they risk getting overlooked altogether. Follow our guidelines on when to order wedding favours. Making your own wedding favours If…
Inspiration for unusual wedding favours

Wedding favours come in many flavours and even though sugared almonds are a traditional wedding favour to give; there are also great alternatives to keep in mind. Unusual wedding favours are an increasingly popular choice among couples and a fun way to thank your guests for celebrating your big day with you. Here are seven…
Cultural wedding favours to add flavour to your wedding

Cultural wedding favours can be a great way to introduce your own background or cultural heritage into your wedding celebrations. Here are a few ideas for those couples looking for cultural wedding favours related to the Italian, Greek, Indian and Jewish cultures: Indian wedding favours Indian wedding favours are often related to incense. Personalised incense…
When to hand out wedding favours

Wedding favours are often placed on the wedding tables, one in each place setting, but modern couples are looking for alternative ways to distribute their wedding favours. Check out these four ideas on when to hand out wedding favours. Deliver them with the wedding cake The wedding favour adds an ornamental element to the plate…
Lovely ideas for seasonal wedding favours

Knowing where to begin in your search for wedding favours can be half the battle, so unless you have a distinct wedding theme the best place to get inspiration may be the season of your wedding. Here are some great ideas on seasonal wedding favours. Wedding favours for autumn Autumn is a season when richer,…
Modern alternatives to rice and confetti

While the tradition of throwing rice and confetti as the bride and groom leave the ceremony venue is a longstanding one, other alternatives are also becoming popular. Find out all you need to know about throwing rice and confetti at your wedding. Why do we throw rice? The tradition of throwing something at the bride…
Wonderful wedding favour ideas

It’s always nice to put a lot of effort into your wedding favours, as these are a token of your appreciation and your way of thanking your guests for attending your celebration. Traditionally, invitees would receive a gift of sugared almonds, but there are now plenty of other options. Here are a few wedding favour…
A quick guide to wedding favours

Wedding favours are essentially thank yous to your friends and family for attending your wedding and sharing in your unforgettable day. The favours are usually small and are either an edible treat, a small bottle of drink, or a keepsake for your relatives to treasure.. Traditionally wedding favours consisted of a circle of white tulle…
The ups and downs of edible wedding favours

Edible wedding favours are an established wedding ritual. Traditionally, the happy couple would offer their guests five sugared, tulle-wrapped almonds signifying health, wealth, happiness, longevity and fertility, as a thank you for attending their big day. If you are considering the advantages of edible wedding favours over some of the fancier alternatives, be sure to…
Tasteful wine wedding favours

One of the most popular wedding favours at the moment are miniature bottles of wine. This is an especially good choice for wine connoisseurs or weddings that are held at a vineyard venue. Keep these five tips in mind if you are thinking about using wine wedding favours. Try to pick something suitable for all…
Ten ideas for unique wedding favours

When we think of wedding favours, the image that first springs to mind is a handful of sugared almonds wrapped in tulle. Although its’ a symbolic way to thank your guests for attending your wedding, most couples these days tend to look for favours that are a bit more unusual. Here are ten ideas on…
Handy hints for a wedding candy buffet

A wedding candy buffet is a great alternative to traditional wedding favours and it gives your guests something to do at the reception. A candy buffet is a kind of pic n mix where guests create their own wedding favours using a selection of sweets, chocolates, or cookies. Here are some top tips if you’re…
Creative ideas for wedding favour boxes

A fit-for-purpose favour box performs two functions. Firstly, it is an offering to your guests, thanking them for attending your wedding and wishing them well. The second is to add a unique twist to your table decorations, complimenting your theme or adding a splash of colour to a neutral palate. These wedding favour boxes can…
Ten ideas on wedding favour candles

If you are looking for an alternative to the standard edible wedding favours given to loved ones after a wedding celebration, you should seriously consider the twin practicality and beauty of wedding favour candles. Lasting longer than the typical treats given to invitees, candles means that your friends and family will have a memento from…
Six reasons to choose chocolate wedding favours

Everyone love chocolate wedding favours and it’s no wonder. Chocolate has that universal appeal and there are so many different wedding favour options available there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets. These six reasons will highlight why chocolate wedding favours might be the best choice for your wedding: Because we’re happy… When you eat…
Popular types of wedding sweets

Wedding sweets make great wedding favours as they look so cute and are also tasty treats. They are available in lots of styles and colours so you can easily find some that would go with your overall wedding theme. Here are some tips on wedding sweets and some popular types. Here are some top tips…
Trinket box wedding favours

Trinket box wedding favours are a great idea if you don’t want your lovely favour packaging wasted. All too often brides find the discarded boxes or containers from their favours scattered over the tables after the wedding breakfast, but a trinket box forms an integral part of the favour that can be used again. Here…
Why we use sugar coated almonds as wedding favours

When it comes to traditional wedding favours, there is nothing better than sugar coated almonds. They’re tasty and versatile but what is the story behind sugar coated almonds, and why are they used for wedding favours? When it comes to traditional wedding favours, there is nothing better than sugar coated almonds. They’re tasty and versatile…
Fabulous photo frame wedding favors

When it comes to the perfect wedding favours, photo frame wedding favors are a great option to keep in mind. Photo frames provide your guests with a long lasting memory of the big day and you can use frames in many versatile ways. Wedding favour photo frames are cute because your guests can even use…
How to save for your dream wedding

We’ve all dreamed of lavish weddings, where we step out of a Rolls Royce at a stunning country mansion, but those kind of weddings cost money. Here are some tips on how to save for your dream wedding to make sure that vision doesn’t land you in too much post-wedding debt. Put together a savings…
A list of mother of the bride duties for mum

Having a daughter that’s getting married can have a big impact on a mother. She may feel like she’s losing her little girl or that she must be getting old if her daughter is ready to be a bride. She might want to be involved in everything or she might be worried about being the…
Planning tips for the second time bride

There’s no reason why second weddings can’t be every bit as special – and often more special – than first weddings. However, some women are still slightly self-conscious about being a second time bride. Check out these common issues if you’re planning your second wedding. Wearing white If you had the traditional big white dress…
Why do we need wedding insurance?

Taking out wedding insurance is a sensible option when you think about how much you are spending on the wedding. If a supplier lets you down or a last minute catastrophe means you have to rearrange your plans, insurance will allow you to do so. Find out all you need to know about wedding insurance.…
Check out our wedding budget calculator

Have you checked out Easy Weddings’ Budget Calculator yet? You should, it is absolutely free and right here on the Easy Weddings website. All you have to do is enter your total budget, the number of guests at your wedding and, just like that, an itemised budget for your wedding will appear. You will also…
Creating your wedding reception seating plan

The bigger your families are, the more trouble you will probably have deciding who sits where at your reception. Whether you are concerned about mixing your clans or reigniting past feuds you will need to think carefully about your wedding reception seating plan. Here are a few tips on putting together your plan. Assigning seating…
Should we book a wedding planner?

Planning a wedding can be a stressful experience but if you decide to book a wedding planner this can reduce your stress dramatically. They can do all the legwork for you, comparing venues and suppliers, and presenting you with the ones that meet your criteria. Here are some things to think about before you book…
How to divide the wedding expenses

The idea that the bride’s family pays for the entire wedding is a little old hat these days, and there are plenty of ways to split the wedding expenses. The golden rule is that everyone involved in the wedding should only spend what they can afford – nobody needs to be bankrupted by a family…
A brief history of marriage

The idea of marriage as we know it today is very different from the unions or marriages that existed centuries ago, which may have included ideas such as polyandry, polygamy, arranged marriages, and even wife capturing. Find out a bit about the history of marriage. Where does the word wedding come from? The words wedding…
Dividing up the wedding costs

While it’s traditional for the bride’s family to foot the bill for the majority of the wedding costs, times are changing and many couples choose to pay the bills themselves. They may also get help from the groom’s family or other relatives. Here are some elements of the wedding to think about when you’re dividing…
How to include a page boy in your wedding

If you have a young son, an infant brother, or another pint-sized male relative you might want to consider having them as a page boy in your bridal procession. Page boys are always super-cute and can add an extra dose of youthful enthusiasm to your big day. Read our page boy guide to find out…
Potential mother of the groom duties

While the family of the bride, is usually responsible for most of the wedding arrangements and ensuring that everyone has a great time, there is nothing wrong in involving the groom’s family too and passing over some important tasks to the groom’s mother. Here are some mother of the groom duties that you can ask…
What are the father of the bride duties?

The father of the bride is one of the most important roles in the wedding, aside from the bride and groom of course! If your daughter is getting married check out our list of father of the bride duties. Duty 1: A voice of wisdom and reason You might feel that the father of the…
Significant dates for your wedding day

One of the first things you’ll want to do after your engagement is set the wedding date. While some couples will be guided by the availability of their wedding venue, others love the idea of getting married on a special date. Here are a few of the pros and cons of getting married on significant…
What’s your view on children at weddings?

Do you feel like screaming children running around the church would ruin your wedding, or do you think children are an essential part of making your wedding special? There are split views about having children at weddings, and brides have their own opinions on the subject. Here are a few things to keep in mind…
World wedding customs from around the globe

Every country and culture has its own wedding customs, and in finding out more about them you may decide you’d like to borrow some for your own wedding. Here is a selection of world wedding customs from Asia, Latin America, Southern Europe, and Scandinavia. World wedding customs – Latin America In many Latin American countries,…
Guide to wedding receiving line etiquette

The wedding receiving line is a tradition that is losing favour with couples. While some see it as a lovely way to greet all of your guests in turn, others think it is a little outdated and they’d rather just mingle freely. Check out our guide to wedding receiving line etiquette. How is the receiving…
Step parent advice for your wedding day

Modern families are rarely straightforward, with divorce and remarriage now very common, so you’ll often have step-parents or other family members involved in your wedding. Depending on your family situation this can cause awkwardness or bad feeling so here is a little step parent advice that relates to weddings. Inviting new partners to the wedding…
What are the grooms wedding duties?

While times are changing, and modern grooms are taking far more of an interest in wedding planning, the lion’s share of the work does still fall to the bride. Make sure your groom pulls his weight by giving him a list of duties. Here are some of the usual grooms wedding duties. Role 1: Initial…
Understanding wedding video packages

When you’re looking for a wedding videographer the quotes you receive can vary dramatically, so it can be difficult to know what is reasonable. Many videographers put together standard packages so you have a clearer idea of what you are getting. Here are some of the elements that might be included in wedding video packages.…
Trends in wedding videography

Wedding videos used to have a bit of a reputation for being a bit dull but new trends in wedding videography have changed all that. You can now have an entertaining wedding video you’ll watch over and over again. Here are some of the latest trends in wedding videography. Videography trend 1: Wedding outtakes There…
Booking a wedding videographer

Alongside your photos your wedding video will be one of the lasting keepsakes of your wedding so make sure it’s something you want to watch. Here are a few things to think about when you’re booking a wedding videographer, along with some of the latest wedding video trends. Booking a wedding videographer When you’re booking…
Top tips for making the most of your wedding video

A wedding video might seem like a big expense when you’re putting together that wedding budget, but once the big day has passed in a happy blur you’ll be glad you spent the money. Here are some top tips for making the most of your wedding video. Think about the entire package As well as…
Including a video montage in your wedding

A video montage can be a wonderful way to entertain your guests at various points during your wedding day. You can include footage of the two of you growing up, as well as video taken since you’ve been together, alongside (appropriate) photos from the engagement party and hen or stag nights. Here are some ideas…
Why professional wedding videography is worth every penny

It might be an added expense in your wedding budget but professional wedding videography is well worth the cost. If a picture captures a thousand words a video must capture a million! Your wedding video will be something to look back at and relive the excitement of the day so here are three great reasons…
Wedding video ideas to inspire you

You’re sure to enjoy your wedding video – after all you will be the stars of the show and it will feature all the people you love. However, to make sure other people enjoy it you might want to add some unique features. Here are some wedding video ideas to inspire you. Create a wedding…
Options for destination wedding videography

Having a video of your wedding is lovely wherever you get married, but if you’re jetting off to an exotic location with stunning scenery and gorgeous weather, capturing it all on film will be even more important. If you’re getting married overseas here are a few things to think about with your destination wedding videography.…
Tips on selecting your wedding video soundtrack

Your wedding video soundtrack will make a huge difference to the impact of your wedding video so talk to your videographer about songs you’d like to include. Here are a few tips on selecting your wedding video soundtrack. These five tips will help you select the right songs for your wedding video: Add significant tunes…
Wedding video tips to capture that big day magic

Your wedding video creates a lasting account of your wedding and will be watched over and over again as you relive a unique day in your life. These three wedding video tips will help you to create a video that will capture the magic of your wedding day. Tip 1: Film the preparation for the…
Handy hints on vintage wedding car hire

The popularity of vintage wedding cars never wavers because of the continued love of traditionally-themed wedding days. Because vintage wedding car hire is a little more complicated than renting a modern vehicle, read our handy advice to make sure your chosen automobile gets you to the church on time. Your venue’s parking Before you do…
Three great reasons to hire vintage wedding cars

Whether you’re having a vintage themed wedding or not, vintage wedding cars can still add a certain something to your wedding day. Although it’s often the groom’s job to arrange the wedding transport, many brides want to know what vehicle they’ll be travelling to the ceremony in. Here are three great reasons to hire vintage…
Mini guide to wedding cars

There’s a lot to think about when you’re hiring your wedding car. What style do you want? Should you drive yourselves or be chauffeur driven? What questions should you ask the wedding car supplier? Read our mini guide to wedding cars to find out more. Chauffeur driven or self-drive? For couples that just love to…
Top tips on wedding limo hire

Your wedding day is the perfect opportunity to indulge and travel in style, which is why many brides and grooms choose to hire a limousine on their big day. Apart from being ultra-stylish there are also practical reasons for hiring this roomy and luxurious car, particularly if you are travelling with your bridesmaids to the…
Popular wedding car styles for your special day

Your wedding is a unique opportunity to indulge yourselves and travel in style in an exclusive wedding car. There are plenty of options to choose from, so make sure it’s something you both love, that reflects your personalities, and works with the theme of your wedding. Here are a few of the more popular wedding…