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What NOT to do for your DIY wedding
written by Izzy Hicks June 2, 2020 A DIY wedding is the perfect way to add a personalised touch to your big day, but there are some things that are best left to the professionals! Here’s what NOT to DIY… The wedding dress Even if you’ve made your own dresses before, trying to create your own wedding dress from scratch is a whole other level of stress! This also applies to ‘tweaking’ a shop-bought gown with your own additions or tailoring – there’s nothing worse than realising you’ve messed...
8 top tips for DIY wedding flowers
If you’re a crafty bride, then putting together your own big-day blooms can save you a bunch! Here are our top tips for DIY wedding flowers… Think about whether it matches your theme If you have your heart set on elegant peony arrangements or intricate floral arches, then DIY flowers may not be the best route for you.
5 heartfelt wedding readings for mums
written by Izzy Hicks October 1, 2019 Looking for the perfect reading for the mother of the bride or mother of the groom? Take a look at these gorgeous wedding readings… If you’re looking for a way to involve your mums in your special day, why not ask one or both of them to do a reading during the ceremony? The five heartfelt wedding readings below are great options. ‘To my son and daughter-in-law’ by G. E.
Our fabulous June issue is here!
It’s difficult not to feel joyful in June. The weather’s been on our side (mostly) and we wake up every day to birdsong (or in my case, a three year old singing In The Night Garden). And so we care not that the alarm continues to bring-bring at some unfathomable time, because ladies, we have the month of June.
Our marvellous May issue is here!
In this May issue, we’re celebrating the season being in full swing (despite the snow!) with our spring trends feature (p97) and our multicolour theme ideas (p80). Talking of ravishing colours, have you picked a tone for your bridesmaids yet? No? Then allow us to help you out with a fantastic range of dresses spanning a whole spectrum! (p63). How are your own wedding plans?
Our awesome April issue is here!
Welcome to our awesome April issue! Wedding planning season is well underway, and we have everything you need to plan the best day ever. The biggest day of your life can also be the most costly, but never fear – we have some brilliant money-saving tips on p103 to help you get the day of your dreams for less! We’ve spoken to expert wedding planner Shaun Johnson to get his advice on making sure your wedding goes without a hitch (p109).
Badgley Mischka gowns for boho brides
For a simple yet chic lace number that would be perfect for a boho wedding, we love Becky from Badgley Mischka. The spaghetti straps are ultra-delicate, and that scallop lace edge train is just something else. Floral appliques go hand-in-hand with boho bridal gowns, which is why we love stand-out A-line style, Bernadette. The 3D flower detailing on the bodice and trailing down the skirt is the perfect cross between bohemian and fairytale.
Romantic styled shoot featuring Enzoani 2018 gowns
For serious romance, take a look at this incredible styled shoot featuring some of the most beautiful dresses from the Enzoani 2018 bridal collection! Almost nothing says “romance” better than vibrant red roses – so why not enhance the romance by pairing them with some of the most popular wedding dresses from the 2018 Enzoani collection?
7 bits of great wedding advice
Designate a bridesmaid or family member to make sure that you have breakfast on the morning of the wedding, as in the rush of getting ready (and potentially big day nerves), you’re likely to forget.
10 things to do the night before your wedding
Avoid the temptation to start early on the prosecco and champagne the night before your wedding – the last thing you want is to be hungover on the morning of your wedding! Stick to the water and you’ll feel healthy and hydrated instead of parched the next day. Now is not the time to start experimenting with your skincare! Stick to tried and tested products and don’t try anything new to avoid breakouts. Instead, apply a hydrating face mask that you know works for you, for a bit of last-minute glow.
Mother of the bride trends for stylish mums
Although wedding hats are no longer the staple they once were, we’re expecting that the royal wedding will bring on a surge in popularity for larger, more formal hats and hairpieces! Whether it’s a fascinator, statement clip or full hat, mums are diving into this trend headfirst. From embracing tradition to breaking it, we’re seeing more pale creams and neutrals in their mother of the bride collections.
5 heartfelt wedding readings for mothers
If I could I would take hold of the sun I would ask it to shine on you both If I could, then consider it done Of this you have my oath If I could I would speak to the stars I would ask them to decorate the sky I would talk to the moon and kindly ask It to join their romantic plight If I could I would ask of the snow To be pure and crisp and white And the footprints that show To be yours alone, fresh, clean and bright If I could I would ask for the rain To gently fall and settle To drizzle...
A colourful circus wedding shoot for Spring 2018!
Charlotte Ricard, Founder & Creative Director of luxury wedding and events planning company La Fête, gives her predictions for the top Spring 2018 wedding trends we’ll all be seeing in the months ahead, as demonstrated by this colourful and quirky circus wedding shoot… Pops of colour are the key this year, especially when you can play around with an entire palette to give the arrangements and décor elements depth and texture.
Get that Old Hollywood style with Badgley Mischka!
Be dazzling in this full-length mermaid gown. A sexy, plunging neckline is supported with a subtle tulle insert, while the unlined illusion bodice is embellished with delicate beaded lace for a soft and feminine look. Finished with crystal buttons, an invisible zipper, and the softest tulle skirt that flares out for the dreamiest effect. Simply sophisticated. A classic mermaid silhouette features a sleeveless V-neckline, unlined bodice on this full-length mikado gown.
Wedding trends for 2018, according to Pinterest!
Comfort is key. For a little extra coverage, women are turning to high necklines and toppers like boleros. Meanwhile, jumpsuits, sleeves and flats are making it easy to dance like all of your friends and family are watching. It’s your day, do it your way! If white isn’t your colour (nobody’s immune from a red wine spill, not even a bride), try a rose or champagne dress. And if you’re not a veil person, throw on a cape. For jewellery, minimalist backdrop necklaces are a great way to add some charm.
A castle wedding with a sunny lemon yellow theme
A surprise getaway to New York. We go to Centre Parcs every year and I thought that’s where we were off to – I had no idea that everyone apart from me know that I was off to New York. I only found out the destination when we turned up at Heathrow airport and was handed a ticket! I still didn’t expect a proposal from Matt, as my Mom and Dad pretended to not know anything about it, and since Matt has always said he would ask my Dad first I didn’t think any more of it.
How to choose your wedding flowers by season
Spring is a wonderful time for wedding flowers, as there are so many available! Our favourite are traditional British Spring flowers such as bluebells, daffodils and tulips, but you can also get blousy classics like ranunculus, roses and peonies. There are also plenty of highly-scented options about, such as sweet peas, hyacinths and narcissi, which are perfect for making the most of that Spring fragrance.
Gorgeous lace wedding dresses from Romantica
This stunning fit and flare gown features an incredible train with scalloped lace edges, a capped sleeve, and a scooped keyhole back to show a little skin! We love the way the embroidered lace on this fit and flare contrasts against the champagne colourway, and the illusion neckline and back detail is very elegant. The bold floral lace on this romantic strapless style is embellished with subtle sequins, which means the bodice of the dress will sparkle as you walk down the aisle.
Top planning tips from an expert wedding planner!
As soon as the ring is on, it’s worth starting to think about your big day. It can seem a little overwhelming to say the least, so I would always start with getting things down on paper or even better, putting a spreadsheet together. On it should be everything you need to do for your wedding – from sorting wedding insurance to decorations. Brain dumping everything in one document helps you de-compartmentalise, and assigning a timeline to each element breaks things down in more manageable stages.
Our glorious March issue is here! - Love Our Wedding
Welcome to our glorious March issue! It may still be chilly outside, but Spring is just around the corner, and we can’t wait! If you’re like us and you’re dreaming of sunshine, then you’ll want to take a look at our guide to outdoor weddings on page 109, which is perfect for summer brides from 2018 on. If you’re more of a winter girl, then you’ll love our review of chic honeymoon destination Hotel Rangá in Iceland on page 117.
WIN a Callista wedding dress worth £1,500!
For a fuller-figured bride, the most beautiful and flattering gowns will always come from specially-designed bridal collections, where every measurement is important and the final fit is paramount. The creative design team behind the award-winning Callista collection know exactly what it takes to balance comfort, support and style, which is why their designs are always incredibly popular with brides sized 16 to 30.
Introducing the new collection: Di by Diane Hassall - Find Your Dream Dress
The all-new collection by Diane Hassall is here, and it’s all about a brand new colour palette of dreamy nudes and pastels. Chalky soft nude suede blends with powdery blush coloured silk and gorgeous French and Italian laces, to produce a colour palette which complements almost every skin tone. Not only does that mean they’ll look incredible on your big day, but you’ll also be able to wear them again and again once you’re married! There are some stunning details in this collection.
We love the Special Day Claddagh collection! - Love Our Wedding
For a classic bridal look with touches of modern detailing, the Claddagh collection from Irish bridal house Special Day is one of our go-to collections. Their timeless designs are inspired by the beauty of the Irish countryside, which makes them the perfect pick for country brides. The new collection for 2017/2018 is just as gorgeous as we’d expect, with a range of silhouettes, fabrics and styles available to choose from.
Real brides confess their wedding planning woes! - Love Our Wedding
“Shortly after our engagement, one of my best friends told me she was pregnant. Although really happy for her, I knew that she would have a 4 month old by the time the wedding came around, so I told her straight away that we weren’t having children at the wedding. Because the baby wasn’t here yet, she didn’t seem too bothered. Everything was paid for, the table plan and place names were done, and then about 2 weeks before the wedding, she asked me if she could bring her baby.
10 perfect destinations for a wedding abroad, part two - Love Our Wedding
A gorgeous European option is Greece and its islands. Rhodes, Crete and Santorini are popular picks for destination weddings, as are the islands of Corfu and Kefalonia, all thanks to their incredible landscapes, history-steeped buildings and sandy beaches.
Wedding food trends for 2018 - Love Our Wedding
The trend for eco-friendly, sustainable weddings is nothing new, but we’re expecting it to really hit the mainstream in 2018. Couples will be more mindful when it comes to picking suppliers with environmentally-friendly practices, particularly when it comes to organic catering and locally-sourced food and drink. “More couples are asking for international dishes like African, Persian and Middle Eastern,” says Tapenade.
10 perfect destinations for a wedding abroad, part one - Love Our Wedding
The Riviera Maya in Mexico is a popular wedding destination for Americans, thanks to the delicious food, gorgeous scenery and fascinating culture, but now UK brides are wising up to this stunning area of Mexico too! The luxury all-inclusive resorts surrounding Cancun and Tulum are the perfect setting for a glamorous beach wedding, and in your downtime, guests can visit ancient Mayan pyramids, swim in picture-perfect cenotes and enjoy plenty of local tequilas.
Competitions Archives - Love Our Wedding
Listen up, brides! Casablanca Bridal are giving away a dream wedding dress of your choice worth up to a whopping £3,000! Find…
Win a Casablanca wedding dress worth £3,000! - Love Our Wedding
Since the brand was established in 1977, Casablanca Bridal have famous for their incredible wedding dresses, which combine luxurious fabrics, on-trend cuts, soft colour palettes and delicate sparkling embellishments for gowns that guarantee any bride who wears them will feel amazing on her wedding day – and that could be you! One lucky bride will win a Casablanca wedding dress of her choice worth up to a whopping £3,000, including the fabulous new Villa del Sol collection for SS18! See the...
Our beautiful February issue is here! - Love Our Wedding
Welcome to our fabulous February issue! We thought we’d start the new year right by filling our pages with top trends, handy advice and amazing competitions.
Your wedding shoes and bag from Paradox London Pink! - Love Our Wedding
Paradox have been kitting brides out with stylish, purse-friendly shoes and accessories for over 30 years now, so you know you’re in safe hands with them! One bride will be able to win her wedding shoes and bag up to a value of £200, and there are so many designs in the Paradox London Pink Collection that it’ll be hard to choose! From embellished skyscraper heels to lace vintage-inspired Mary-Janes and elegant satin flats, there’s a shoe to suit every bride, and their chic clutches can even...
Win wooden place names from Etch’d worth £300! - Love Our Wedding
How do you fancy winning unique laser-cut wooden place names for up to 100 guests? Wedding stationery and gifts company Etch’d are giving away place names worth up to £300 to one lucky couple! With a unique take on wedding stationery that goes beyond the traditional, Etch’d use a state-of-the-art laser to work with card stock, wood and more, to craft exclusive pieces that will truly set your special day apart.
Win your wedding flowers and confetti from Great British Florist! - Love Our Wedding
We love Great British Florist’s dedication to bringing brides the best of natural British blooms – their wedding flowers are 100% British, and are perfect for brides who want that eclectic meadow feel. This month they’re giving one winner an English Cottage Garden Bridal Bouquet worth £85, a bucket of English Cottage Garden DIY flowers worth £90 and a litre of real petal confetti worth £12.50, all to fit a chosen wedding theme.
Win a bride-to-be gift box from Whitebeam Gifts! - Love Our Wedding
For presents for bridesmaids, groom or father of the bride, we love the boutique feel of Whitebeam’s beautifully packaged gift boxes! Themed by colour and occasion, the boxes are filled with artisan products from some of the UK’s best independent companies, so they make the perfect unique treat! One bride will win a gorgeous Fresh White gift box worth £90, which comes with a soft white scarf, green tea soap, lavender bath essence, a champagne massage candle, a shea butter tin and a silver...
Win a Mirabelle Jewellery necklace worth £175! - Love Our Wedding
We’re big fans of Mirabelle’s ethical, fair-trade jewellery – and so are several famous faces, including Kate Middleton, Ellie Goulding, Pixie Lott and Edith Bowman to name a few! This month, Mirabelle are giving away an Infinity necklace from their Natural Pearls collection worth £175. Handmade in Mirabelle’s London studio using freshwater pearls and 22ct gold-plated bronze, this necklace is the perfect finishing touch for any boho bride.
Win a confetti box from Shropshire Petals worth over £100! - Love Our Wedding
No wedding is complete without that amazing confetti shot, and natural confetti experts Shropshire Petals have everything you need to create it! They’re giving not one, but two couples the chance to win a gorgeous Shropshire Box worth £104 each, which comes complete with 25 confetti cones and plenty of confetti to fill them.
Win first dance lessons from Karen Hardy Dance Studios! - Love Our Wedding
Karen Hardy Dance Studios specialise in helping happy couples create their perfect first dance in their luxurious Chelsea Studios, which come complete with on-site Champagne Bar! They’re offering one couple a Sparkling Silver package worth over £390, which includes three 45-minute dance lessons that will teach you basic dancefloor moves and a short routine to perform on your big day.
Win a copy of Flowersmith by Jennifer Tran! - Love Our Wedding
Want to create your own gorgeous DIY wedding flowers?
Accessories designer Donna Crain creates incredible pieces in every style, from vintage glamour to romantic floral pieces and bespoke accessories made with a particular bride’s dress and personality in mind. Now she’s giving away a stunning Cleo headpiece worth £190 to finish off one bride’s wedding day look! Cleo is a beautiful Grecian-style gold headdress with sprigs of pearl beads and Swarovski opal stones in varying sizes for that sophisticated boho look.
Win a set of his and hers wedding perfume from Deco London! - Love Our Wedding
Deco London are devoted to the revival of 1920s perfumes, all inspired by the glittering Art Deco era and its iconic characters, and they’re giving away Ernest and Millicent, a his’n’hers wedding fragrance duo worth £150! With their chic 1920s bottles and distinct notes, these scents are perfect for a bride and groom. Ernest is a tribute to classic British colognes, and Millicent features a decadent bouquet of florals.
Win a Catherine Parry wedding dress worth £1,545! - Love Our Wedding
One of our favourite bridal brands, British design house Catherine Parry specialise in stunning vintage-inspired gowns with a modern twist. Their new Seren collection for 2018 features a fabulous mix of timeless silhouettes and contemporary trend-led details, and you could win a wedding dress of your choice from it! The winner will be able to pick a dress of her choice from the Seren collection worth up to £1,545.
Win an overnight stay at Royal Lancaster London worth £450! - Love Our Wedding
For a pre-wedding treat or a post-wedding getaway, why not take a trip to the city and stay in one of London’s finest 5* hotels? Royal Lancaster London are giving one lucky couple the chance to win an overnight stay in one of their newly redesigned Classic View Rooms, which overlook Hyde Park and the iconic London skyline.
New Rock n Roll Bride x Crown & Glory accessories for 2018! - Love Our Wedding
The Rock n Roll Bride x Crown & Glory accessories collection is definitely a go-to for brides wanting some seriously gorgeous alternative headwear, and the latest collection for 2018 is another stunner! The aptly-named Secret Gardens & Starry Nights collection features plenty of floral, botanic and star motifs, all of which are likely to be big in the world of weddings this coming year.
7 ways to save money on your wedding decor - Love Our Wedding
You may be using a professional for your save the dates and wedding invitations, but you can cut down on your stationery budget by creating your own day-of stationery, such as place names, table numbers and table plans. If your local printer is cheap, buy a printable suite of statonery and print it yourself, or DIY them using crafting supplies. Instead of expensive cut flowers or floral arrangements, consider using potted plants as part for your wedding decor.
Connaught Village is perfect for London brides looking for luxury - Love Our Wedding
Having gained international success as a designer of occasion wear collections, Gill Harvey founded her label ‘Eliza Jane Howell’ in 2012 and is now stocked worldwide. Located in the heart of Connaught Village, the flagship boutique certainly shares a refined and quaint affinity with its surrounding area. Exhibiting Harvey’s glamorous sense of style, both the Eliza Jane Howell and original Gill Harvey collections can be found in-store.
Our favourite mermaid wedding dresses from Enzoani - Love Our Wedding
Classic romance is embodied in this full-length mermaid gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline bodice adorned with intricate lace embellishments sprinkling down to the ethereal, breezy tulle skirt. Finished with an invisible back zipper closure. Bridal simplicity at its finest. This full-length mermaid gown features the softest stretch georgette bodice with a classic strapless sweetheart neckline.
Our favourite wedding songs from 2017 - Love Our Wedding
2017 truly was the year of Ed Sheeran (it’s no surprise he features three times on this list!), but there are plenty of beautiful songs to choose from for your first dance as husband and wife. We’re particular fans of John Legend’s souful cover of The Beach Boys’ ‘God Only Knows’, and you may recognise Sia’s ‘Helium’ from the ‘Fifty Shades Darker’ soundtrack. God Only Knows by John Legend Say You Won’t Let Go by James Arthur Meant To Be by Stanaj How Would You Feel?
A dreamy styled shoot featuring Ruth Milliam - Love Our Wedding
Ruth Milliam is famous for creating dreamy, ethereal gowns with sheer tulle, floral detailing and pastel colourways, and her gowns have been put to perfect use in this incredible styled shoot captured by fashion photographer Pedtro Antunes. ‘We were aiming for high end, editorial feel, to help inspire brides who were looking for something a little bit different,’ says shoot organiser Emilie Stanman (who also happens to be one of the stunning models!).
Carla Ruiz SS18 is perfect for modern mother of the bride style - Love Our Wedding
If you’re the mother of the bride or groom and you’re on the hunt for modern, sophisticated designs, then the new collection from Spanish occasionwear designer Carla Ruiz should make you very happy indeed! A far cry from old-fashioned mother of the bride outfits of the past, everything that this popular European design house creates is fresh, flattering and full of unique style.
Our favourite UK wedding venues, part 2! - Love Our Wedding
For true majesty, the famous Hampton Court Palace in Surrey is hard to beat! Having played host to kings and queens of England, from Henry VIII and his six wives to William III and Mary II, Hampton Court Palace is the perfect venue for couples looking for real grandeur. Host up to 220 guests in the medieval Great Hall or The Orangery and Privy Garden, or opt for a more intimate gathering of up to 50 guests in The Little Banqueting House.
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