How to Start Planning Your Wedding

Kat

Breeze

January 2, 2018

Before I say anything else lets get the formalities out of the way: CONGRATULATIONS! Getting engaged changed my life. Not only did a gain a husband and a new surname, but a brand new career as well! I'm Kat by the way, and I started Rock n Roll Bride in 2007 (yes, I'm a dinosaur) just after we got engaged. I was 24. Over a decade later and this blog has not only become a full time passion for myself and my husband, Gareth, but it sporned a print magazine, which we launched in 2015. If you haven't already, the first thing you should do is go ahead and subscribe to that baby. It'll be your bible, I promise.

Planning Your Wedding with Hidden Disabilities in Mind

Erin Balfour

Vanessa Madec

November 12, 2017

As a mum of two children who both have what’s known as ‘hidden disabilities’, attending even family gatherings, never mind weddings, is a huge challenge. My husband and I usually spend the whole time anticipating or soothing their sensory overloads and missing the event, or sometimes if it's all too much we simply have to leave early.

Ten Questions to Ask Your Stationery Designer

Guest Contributor

October 19, 2017

Other than your photographer and venue, choosing who to work with to create your luxury wedding invitations is probably one of the first things you’ll need to look at when planning your wedding. Your invitations are that initial glimpse for your guest’s as to the look of your day so for many it’s really important to get right.

Ten Questions to Ask Your Wedding Videographer

Guest Contributor

Costa Sister Productions

October 6, 2017

Ten Questions to Ask Your Wedding Photographer

Guest Contributor

Sophie Cass

September 26, 2017

In Defence of Mothers of the Bride

Guest Contributor

Elisha Clarke

September 19, 2017

Deirdre has been a mother of the bride twice, most recently last summer for her youngest daughter, Rachel, but the first time for me! Yes, this article is written by my very own mother and she has something she wants to discuss…

Alternative Wedding Songs For Loved-Up Weirdos

Guest Contributor

Love & Adventures

August 28, 2017

Lame wedding music gives us the sads. It's not easy to find love songs that stand out from typical lovey-dovey wedding crap. If it's not teeth-rotting candy, it's done-to-death repeats from internet wedding song lists. If you've got an allergy to clichéd wedding songs, you'll find the antidote here. Startling as it may seem, there are plenty of interesting wedding songs if you know where to look. We've put together a list of quirky, alternative and authentic songs for daring lovers. It’s taken some intensive research and lot of late night wine and dancing, but it was worth it. We hope you enjoy folks, and there’s a spotify playlist to make your life easier.

Should You Elope?

Guest Contributor

Floriane Caux

August 14, 2017

Elopement. This is a word that I'm certain has gone through every bride and groom's mind at least one during the somewhat gruelling process of planning a wedding. So what happens when you actually decide to act upon it? Lisa Valentine did just that.

Why Every Bride Should do a Boudoir Shoot

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Ludovica Lanzafami

August 5, 2017

Boudoir shoots are nothing new. Hell, I had one when I was engaged in 2007 (and no I'm not going to show you them!) While lots of brides might consider doing them, I'd have to hasten a guess that a lot of you reading this might have dismissed the idea as something silly, vein and super embarrassing. While in 2007 the main marketing push for boudoir photos was an "a gift for your man" (vom) ten years later and I'd still like to encourage you to consider doing one, but as a gift for YOURSELF.

Your Size Has Nothing to do with How Happy You’ll be on Your Wedding Day

Guest Contributor

Kirsty Mackenzie

August 2, 2017

Many brides-to-be spend months obsessing about losing weight for their weddings. But size 24 fashion blogger, Callie Thorpe, has an inspirational message for us all.

The Rock n Roll Art of the Wedding Speech

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Beta e Borelli

July 19, 2017

Heidi Ellert-McDermott of Speechy, who help craft bespoke (and brilliant) wedding speeches, is here today to encourage you to think outside the box for the words that will be said at your wedding.

Wonky Bride Seeks Winning Wedding: A Disabled Bride’s Wedding Journey

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Freckle

July 12, 2017

Crystal chandeliers, plush carpets, huge white dresses, intimidating staff... I was standing in their bridal boutique with my raccoon print dress, pom-pom covered handbag and my bright purple walking stick and I have never felt more uncomfortable in my life!

The Last Five Years in LGBTQ Wedding Planning

Guest Contributor

June 14, 2017

Ten Alternative Buttonhole Ideas

Guest Contributor

Claire Macintyre

June 11, 2017

Often when planning the flowers for your wedding day, it can be easy to focus on the bridal bouquet and table decorations. Don't forget about the boys' buttonholes though! There are so many great ideas, and they can really add personality to their wedding day attire. Why not go for something brighter and bolder than a simple rose?

How to Find a Plus Size Wedding Dress for Under £150

Kat

May 29, 2017

For many brides, the dress shopping experience is one of the most exciting times of planning a wedding. Getting together with a gaggle of girlfriends, swooning over all the pretties hanging on the rails, experiencing that magical moment when you find 'the one' and (hopefully) making everyone cry! Brides have been buying their wedding dresses this way for a very long time, hell I even did it, and I loved every moment.

The Ultimate Guide To Veils & How to Choose the Right One for You

Kat

Gooch & Gawler

May 22, 2017

Whether you think you want to wear one or not, I think every bride should try on at least one wedding veil. Like nothing else, veils have the power to completely transform your entire wedding day look and whatever kind of dress you've picked, you can totally rock one. However there are so many different types of veils available that it can be a bit confusing and rather daunting when you start looking for one. Luckily, today we've partnered with Britten, experts in the field, who are here to demystify everything veil-related for us!

What Getting Divorced Taught Me About Marriage

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Katherine Killeffer

May 5, 2017

I got divorced in 2015, and it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done. That’s not to say that I regret getting married -- simply that getting divorced was a very positive experience. In the past two years I have completely flourished, grown, and changed beyond my wildest dreams, and I’m also in a relationship with a man who fills my heart in a way I’ve never experienced before.

Spend the Day Together

Kat

Lisa Devlin

April 10, 2017

Hey you, loved-up-engaged-planning-my-wedding you, can I have a word please? I hope all your planning is going well and that you are gearing up for the day of your dreams. Me? I’m a wedding photographer and I have been for many years now. And here’s a f

Whose Wedding is it, Anyway? Managing Meddling Family Members!

Kat

Stefanie Fiegl

April 3, 2017

Weddings and juggling family politics seems to go hand in hand. So much so that may be feeling like wedding planning is more of an exercise in negotiating family dynamics than a celebration of love. But don’t worry, Rock n Roll Bride is here to help!

30 First Dance Song Ideas for Alternative Weddings

Kat

Camera Hannah

March 7, 2017