5 Ways to Ensure You Get the Creative Wedding Cake of Your Dreams

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Autumn Rabbitts

July 29, 2021

Confessions of a Second Time Bride

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Jekalo

June 8, 2021

No Laughing Matter: Giving a Speech at a Sober Wedding

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Sara Rogers

May 7, 2021

Dry weddings are fairly uncommon but – whether down to religious reasons, the Covid wedding rulebook, or simply as a lifestyle choice – they are on the rise. And without the usual bar and dancefloor antics, the speeches may well become the epicentre of your day, so they need to be on point.

How to Choose Wedding Suppliers who Align with your Values

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Marcela Pulido

April 28, 2021

If you want to hire suppliers who are inclusive, diverse, anti-racist, pro-LGBTQIA+ and thoughtful about how they run their businesses then black business owner Autumn Rabbitts has lots of great advice and things to think about/ ask your potential suppliers.

Why You Should Have an Eco-Friendly, Intimate Outdoor Ceremony

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Enchanted Brides

April 12, 2021

With COVID-related restrictions still very much up in the air and the weather finally getting warmer, many 2021 couples are choosing to elope outside. Today, photographers Jo and Patrick of Enchanted Bride have some top tips and things for you to think about if you'd like to follow suit!

Five Reasons To Hold Your Hen *After* Your Wedding

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Underatreehouse

April 5, 2021

We’ve been ripping up the rule book on weddings for a while now; ditching the white wedding dress, hanging out with your groom the night before and holding our own down the aisle (rather than being ‘given away’). So, why do we still feel pressured to keep with tradition when it comes to the bachelorette?

Managing Wedding Ceremony Nerves

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Epic Love Story

March 29, 2021

Runaway Bride: Why All Roads Lead to Scotland

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Fly on the Wall

March 22, 2021

How to be Camera Confident

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Richard Wakefield

March 2, 2021

Let’s Get Real About Wedding Night Sex

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Blossom & Co

February 11, 2021

Alopecia and Me

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Devlin Photos

February 1, 2021

Bridesmaid 101: The Evolution of the Wedding Party

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Sarah Morris

January 15, 2021

The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Makeup for Self-Identifying Men

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September 17, 2020

It’s 2020 and thinking that makeup is “just for girls” is about as old fashioned as racing to blockbuster for 11pm on a Sunday to return your VHS tapes. But, if you identify as a man or non-binary, where can you go for the best advice? YouTube is obviously a great resource and there are plenty of influencers of all gender identities rocking the most incredible looks, but for your wedding day you may want something a bit more subtle. Plus, doing a face that looks great in a highly edited selfie is very different to creating a look that lasts all day. Makeup artist Natalie Flewitt has been working with male and non-binary clients for years, and today she’s sharing some of her top tips.

Alternative First Dance Ideas for Rock n Roll Brides

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September 3, 2020

Avoiding Pre-Wedding Fights (Don’t Worry, It Happens)

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Vanessa Bennish

August 10, 2020

Perfect wedding venue? Check. Gorgeous wedding dress? Check. Constant bickering with your betrothed? Double check.

Unique Antique Engagement Rings & Jewellery for Vintage Loving Brides

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August 1, 2020

One of my favourite things to do is to walk through The Laines in Brighton and gaze lovingly at all the stunning pre-loved jewellery in the shop windows. You have to wonder about the person that owned those pieces beforehand, what their life was like and when they wore it. It's all very romantic really.

Shades of Beauty: Make Up Tips for Black & Brown Skin

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Lisa Jane

July 20, 2020

This shoot and article were put together for issue 17 of the magazine with the help of makeup artist Joyce Connor. It was originally published in Nov/Dec 2017 yet it was never shared in full online. We think that you should be able to easily find hair and make up tips to make you feel the most beautiful on your wedding day, regardless of your skin tone. The exact same make up will look wildly different on varying skin tones and we’re here to show you how to get the best result, whatever shade of beauty you are. Over to you, Joyce:

Navigating your Way through Planning an LGBTQ Wedding

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Jessica Bevan

July 2, 2020

It's 2020 and so planning an LGBTQ wedding shouldn't be any different to planning a straight one. While there have been HUGE, incredible strides made all over the world in the last few years, parts of the wedding industry are still (STILL!) outdated a hetro-normative as fuck. Hayley of Wedding Business School has recently set up a FREE online course for wedding suppliers to help educate and improve the lack of inclusivity and diversity she's personally experienced. Today she's sharing some practical tips and advice on how you can best navigate your wedding planning when you are an LGBTQ couple, too. Hayley, we love you! Over to you...

Wedding Entertainment That Rocks!

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Dale Weeks

March 13, 2020

Looking for unique wedding entertainment inspiration? Here are some hot hacks that will help you make your wedding reception one to remember.

Look Before You Leap: Why Women Shouldn’t Propose on February 29th

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Blossom&Co

February 29, 2020

Are you a woman thinking of popping the question this month? Take a leap of faith in the comedy writers at Speechy, who tell us why a leap day proposal is not the one.