Double weddings. They don’t happen often, but they do happen and they’re exactly as they sound: two couples marry at the same time during the same ceremony and, though double weddings, generally, involve two siblings (or cousins) who elect to share their big day, it can also be two friends who decide to host a joint celebration. And, of […]
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In our current digital climate planning a wedding can be a very easy task – granted you start early. Long gone are the days when brides would lug around binders filled with countless quotes, notes and magazine clippings. Nowadays, thanks to wedding planning websites and apps, the modern bride can easily plan her wedding and […]
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Want to add a little wow-factor to your wedding? You can’t go past fireworks. Yes, fireworks! Depending on the time of day and the season, a fireworks display can be incorporated into your celebrations for some serious pizzazz. Here are your most popular wedding fireworks questions answered: Are wedding fireworks expensive? Although the old saying […]
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Today’s hen’s parties are no longer confined to wild nights out. After all, not every bride is the party-’til-you-drop type and many aren’t at all interested in strippers, endless rounds of booze and whatever else a ‘last night of freedom’ may bring. Here are eight hen’s party alternatives that may be tamer than the traditional – […]
Choosing who can and who cannot bring a plus-one to your wedding can be a painful decision, especially if you’re on a tight budget – and are already desperately culling your guest list. In addition to having to cut friends and family you actually want at your wedding, you’re also faced with, potentially, raising the […]
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Your wedding present is a token of your love and well wishes for the couple marrying and it can be as big or as small as you wish – and can afford. However, whatever its size or price, it’s always nice to choose a wedding gift the happy couple truly want or need. So, here are six […]
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There’s a lot more to wedding alcohol than merely choosing between a nice red and white. And, although you don’t have to be a vintner or a sommelier to put together a wedding’s alcohol menu, it will certainly help if you’re aware of the basics. Here’s your beginner’s guide to wedding alcohol. Champagne It’s important […]
An engagement is something that alters your life irrevocably – in really beautiful ways. Some of them you expect, like the deepening of your love for your spouse to be while others simply sneak up on you. They can be a little unexpected but also fun, challenging, eye-opening and emotional. Here are seven words that […]
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Yes, your wedding is about you, but it’s also about your guests – and their mood and happiness on your big day can affect your happiness, too. If they’re unhappy, it can put a real dampener on your own enjoyment, so here are a few things (most) weddings guests hate. An inconvenient location It truly is lovely that you’re […]
Let’s face it, you don’t pluck up the courage to propose every day. So, as this is, arguably, the biggest decision (and hopefully the best) you will ever make, give the occasion a bit of pizzazz. Try and find something unusual, special or, even, unique. Here are some proposal ideas that have wow-factor – but no corn. […]
A wedding that isn’t a wedding? It’s a new trend, one that resonates with the growing number of couples who simply don’t want a traditional wedding celebration, but do want some sort of celebration – just one that happens to have a wedding attached. It’s the premise behind Petite Weddings and Seycat, Live Like a […]
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Weddings may be steeped in tradition but times change – and so, too, do traditions. In the age of wedding hashtags and relationship statuses, wedding etiquette too has progressed… a little. Here are some of the most notable differences between modern wedding etiquette and traditional wedding etiquette: Who pays the wedding bill Traditionally, a bride’s family would write […]
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When Boxed employee Marcel Graham broke down at his desk, revealing to the company’s CEO Chieh Huang he was struggling to pay for his gravely ill mother’s medical expenses and save for his upcoming wedding, Chieh offered to pay for Marcel’s wedding – but, Chieh’s generosity didn’t stop there. 26-year-old Marcel Graham and his fiancee Tara Aucoin received […]
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If you have children – or are inviting lots of them to your wedding – you want to choose a wedding venue that’s child-friendly, one that will allow them to run around and have fun, while staying safe – and allowing your adult guests to have a ball, too. Here are five ways to help […]
Wedding dress shopping is one of the most exciting parts of the wedding planning process, however, it’s important to be prepared for your big day of perusing through bridal boutiques. Before you begin trying on as many gowns and veils as you can handle, here are 10 wedding dress shopping mistakes to avoid… Deciding too […]
Unless you’ve got your heart set on a particular wedding photographer, you’re going to be spoiled for choice and with so many amazing wedding photographers available because it is no easy task settling on just one. However, once you’ve narrowed down the list to a handful of possible contenders, here are 15 questions you should […]
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With thousands of possibilities, you’d think finding the perfect wedding venue would be a cinch – and it can be, if you go about it the right way. Here are 12 tips for finding (and choosing) your dream wedding venue. Start searching early & book it first and foremost Start your search for the perfect […]
Your wedding video is something you will treasure for many decades (and, hopefully, watch many times during that period), so you want it to reflect your style as a couple – and give anyone watching it a true picture of what your big day was like. The do this, you must not only find a […]
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Off-the-rack wedding gowns aren’t for every bride. Perhaps you have a very specific dress in mind, one you cannot find ready-made, or, maybe, just once in your life, you want to experience having a gown made just for you? Whatever your reason, if you can afford it (and it isn’t nearly as expensive as you may think), the allure of […]
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Wedding planning – it’s exciting, it’s fun, but, it can be stressful. Why? Well, planning a wedding can involve adhering to traditional, social and cultural expectations and a whole lotta’ trying to please everyone but yourself. Sound familiar? While some couples choose to forge their own path – forgoing old traditions that don’t suit them, […]
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Your official wedding photographer is responsible for capturing all the mandatory snaps of your big day. A trained professional, they will make sure that your photographs look gorgeous while ensuring that they are ‘correct’ in terms of boring things like composition and style. It could be argued, however, that what you lose from such photos […]
Wedding Flowers are one of the most beautiful and visually appealing part of any wedding. From bouquets to centrepieces and beyond, they bring a sense of style, scent and sophistication to a theme and colour scheme. That said, they can be tricky to pull off. So with this in mind, we’ve compiled a handy list of […]
When planning your wedding, it’s inevitable people will ask awkward questions from time to time, and, though most people have good intentions they may be unaware that they may be over-stepping the odd boundary. Whether the questioner is being blatantly rude or simply doesn’t understand etiquette and diplomacy, it’s always wise to be prepared. As the bride, […]
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If you’re planning a wedding overseas, or even interstate, there are a number of additional things to consider to ensure everything runs smoothly. We’ve put together a beginner’s guide on how to plan a destination wedding to help out. Timing is important When planning a destination wedding, you need to choose your date very carefully. If […]
Being a bridesmaid can be confusing, after all, some end up doing lots for the wedding, while others need only turn up on the day looking gorgeous! If you’re new to the role of bridesmaid, here is the low-down on what a bridesmaid does. What are my responsibilities as a bridesmaid? The role of a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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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? […]
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 […]
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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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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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 […]
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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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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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 […]
An engagement party is the first official event that the future bride and groom present themselves to their friends and their family. Engagement parties come in many forms and are meant to represent what the couple is all about. It’s important to remember that the engagement is first and foremost about you and your partner – no […]
Newly engaged? Well fear not, planning a wedding can be easy. If you’ve found your suppliers and have begun using the right planning tools then that’s a great start, however, it can’t hurt to seek some extra advice to help ensure your big day runs smoothly. To make it even easier for you, we’ve collated […]
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Ah, this is the question that leads to so many ruffled feathers. Who pays for the bridesmaids’ dresses and accessories, the couple or the actual bridesmaids? The answer varies from couple to couple and, even, from culture to culture but there are three possibilities: – In many countries, it is considered the bride’s responsibility to […]
There’s something wonderful about that moment when you start to realise you may have found The One. That perfect person you can create a life with and grow old alongside. So, how do you know that’s happened? Well for starters, your heart will probably give you all the clues you need via sustained doses of butterflies and […]
Many brides ask the question – how many bridesmaids should I have? It can be hard to decide when you have many family members or friends that are all potential bridesmaids. Well, if you aren’t sure how many to pick, or how to select your maids, here are some tips to help you make your […]
A Michigan man has expressed his love for his wife in a series of charming sketches – one a day for a year in fact! These cute drawings detail all different aspects of their life together and are simply adorable. Curtis Wiklund and wife Jordin (Wiklund) were high school sweethearts and married in college. Now they […]
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I want my best friend to be at my wedding but not her partner. Is it OK to NOT invite him to my wedding? Our wedding venue only fits a certain number of guest. On top of that, we have a very tight budget, therefore, my fiance and I have had to cut down our wedding guest list. Naturally, […]
Modern-day weddings are even more public thanks to the role social media plays in every aspect of the big day; from twitter hashtags letting guests instantly share wedding photos to Pintrest boards helping the bride find the perfect inspiration. Here are ten wedding-related hastags that might crop up on your feed over the wedding planning […]
Your wedding invitations may be at the very back of your mind when you start your wedding planning, but it shouldn’t be because there are SO MANY little elements to consider when choosing the invitations for your big day. When your guests open their invitations to your wedding, you want them to see something that perfectly reflects […]
No one ever said that planning a wedding was going to be a one-and-done affair; and sometimes it can seem as if everyone is speaking another language. If you haven’t got a clue what are boutonnieres or how it differs from bomboniere, then we’ve got the answers for you… Can we actually get married? The […]
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A wedding is like an iceberg; the majority of the planning is unseen and is necessary to ensure the big day goes off without a hitch. Organising every detail down to the shape of the centrepieces and the colour of the bridesmaid’s lipstick often means a few things can be overlooked. Some of these unseen […]
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When it comes to planning a wedding, culling the guest list is one of the most difficult jobs for the bride and groom. Who to invite? Who not to invite? Do you invite kids or that old high-school friend from a decade ago? Do you invite your brother’s soon-to-be ex-girlfriend? What about that distant cousin […]
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Choosing a wedding venue used to be a simple matter of numbers, budget and location, but many modern couples, with their love of photography, fine food – and social media, are discovering they have other factors to consider. Of course, it depends on the couple: foodies might search for a venue that serves sensational food, while […]
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Choosing the right entertainment for your wedding is like putting together a wonderful soundtrack that you’ll remember for years to come and it’s an important part of creating the right ambiance for your big day. But, make the wrong choice, and what you may be left with are memories of awkward silence between-set silences, terrible cover versions […]
You and your partner may have a hectic wedding day planned, one that starts with hair and make-up at the crack of dawn and ends well after midnight and only after the last guest has departed. But your guests have a far less busy schedule, one that probably includes lots of waiting; waiting for you […]
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You’ve heard of undercover agents, undercover reporters and even undercover bosses. But what about undercover entertainment? It’s something that tickles the fancy of brides and grooms looking to plan a reception that’s big on wow factor. And a touch of cloak and dagger – and audience interaction – just makes it all the more exciting […]
We’ve spoken to hundreds of brides and grooms over the years and we’re always struck by how many of them had the very same regrets about their wedding days. So, here’s our list of the top wedding day regrets and mistakes, shared in the hope that you’ll be able to avoid them on your big […]
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Adam Sandler’s cult classic film The Wedding Singer paid fluorescent homage to the decade that was the 1980s. But it also offered a sweet and sentimental tribute to the art of wedding entertainment, showcasing not only myriad ways to perform Spandau Ballet’s power ballad True, but also how a great ringleader can turn a reception […]
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If we had an A-list budget, the first person we’d hire would be celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss. She’s done the big names, from Jen and Ben to Ellen and Portia and Channing and Jenna. Looking at this beautiful ceremonyscape, we’d give anything to be them. […]
If there’s one thing all guests can agree on, it’s that weddings don’t go for long enough. One second they’re arriving at the ceremony, the next it’s all over. And if it feels that way for friends and family, imagine how quickly the time speeds by for the bride and groom. With this in mind, […]
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If your wedding budget stretches to marquees with flowing curtains of tulle – and roses – here’s a wonderfully romantic idea for gathering them neatly. And imagine the smell on a Summer’s day… Divine. […]
Whether you’re travelling interstate or overseas for your honeymoon, an exotic destination wedding or just a fun trip away with the gals for one last pre-wedding getaway, there are dozens of apps, services, tools and gizmos available for ensuring your trip is a whole lot less hassle free – and just a little bit fun, […]
Beautiful wedding stationery has shown us time and time again that paper can be anything you want it to be. Bright and vibrant, muted and elegant, tied to a theme or bursting with personality. It’s a great canvas on which to build a signature look. And not just when it comes to invitations. In fact […]
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While you can’t go wrong with traditional Valentine’s Day gifts such as chocolates, flowers and ridiculously fully stuffed animals, here are some fabulous suggestions for presents that are simple in nature – but chock full of love! Create a personalised brew If your other half is a beer aficionado (or just LOVES beer), why not […]