Is It Possible to Have a Truly Feminist Wedding?

Guest Contributor

Esther Bellepoque

February 19, 2018

As the founder of a wedding show, it can be hard to reconcile my career of choice with my feminist beliefs. I can sometimes feel myself explaining what I do with an element of guilt, almost apologising for my role in sending more sisters off to the patriarchal shackles. But The Most Curious Wedding Fair takes the idea of a wedding day and offers it up to couples to own it, and this allows me to rest easy in our quest for equality. So, I thought it would be interesting to look at how women in 2018 can and are reconciling their empowered selves with those wedding rituals less palatable to the bad ass bride.

How to Style a Blank Canvas Wedding Venue

Guest Contributor

February 16, 2018

Having a "blank canvas" wedding venue (where you can literally take control and do anything you heart desires!) is a dream for many alternative brides, but it can be somewhat overwhelming. Without any constraints it can be difficult to know where to start! So today, in partnership with the fabulous JJ Media Group, I'm here to give you an idiot's guide on how to do it!

My #1 Wedding Regret…

Sophie Cooke

Devlin Photos

February 14, 2018

Gareth and I have been married nearly five months now, and since the glitter has faded, the post-wedding admin complete and thankyou cards long sent, there’s been a niggling sense of regret in the back of the mind. Nothing to do with the day itself, against all odds that was absolutely perfect (you can read all about it in the latest issue of the magazine!). Nor to do with who I married, thank goodness; he’s still my absolute number one and despite being together 9 years before we got wed, it’s been like a brand new start to our relationship, in only the best way. You hear stories of people who regret not spending enough time with their other half on the day, or how much they smashed the pre-ceremony champs, or how they got carried away in all the wedding stuff and somehow landed themselves £25k in debt.

Having an Alternative Wedding is now a Trend (Apparently)

Kat

Northern Grace

January 31, 2018

Yesterday I received an 'urgent' phone call from a journalist at The Sun newspaper asking if I could help her put together a piece on the "alternative wedding trend" that "a lot of brides seem to be doing these days." This was in response to the breaking news that Meghan Markle has decided to do a speech at her wedding to Prince Harry this summer. I internally chuckled as she went though a few different aspects of a wedding that they wondered if people were now doing differently (bride not walking down the aisle with her father, a white dress not being the only option, no fancy three-tiered wedding cake, no sit down meal etc) and eye rolled extra hard into my cup of English Breakfast when she asked if I cared to comment.

In Hot Pur-Suit: Alternative Wedding Suit Ideas for Men

Alex Smith

Lisa Jane

January 29, 2018

As a bride-to-be, you've probably spent hours trawling websites, blogs and magazines in search of your dream bridal gown - and in some ways it's easy. Everyone's talking about them, everyone's sharing the latest trends, everyone's pretty much obsessed with what the bride will wear. Err... But what about the boys? If your man has be struggling with what he's going rock on his special day, then hand your laptop over to him for a second. Dude, we got you. Regular contributor to Rock n Roll Bride magazine, Alex Smith, has tried out all the wedding suit options you could possible think of ... So you don't have to

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

Guest Contributor

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

Guest Contributor

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

Guest Contributor

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.