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The five worst marriage proposals you’ll EVER hear

When we think of marriage proposals, we picture a sunset on a golden beach. A bottle of champagne lay on a picnic blanket. Rose...
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Why the New Forest makes the perfect minimoon destination

Minimooning is a growing trend among newly weds. Just 1.5 hours from London by train, the New Forest is fast becoming a top minimoon...
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A beautiful summer wedding in Somerset – with balloons!

Ellie and Iain met when they were just 18, and they planned a beautiful summer wedding in lovely Somerset. We adore this wedding! It was...

What do you think of when you think wedding video? Dull?...

Music Wedding Videos was born from those exact reactions in 2011 and we are now the UK’s leading bespoke wedding video company coming up...
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Hot wedding invitation trends for 2016 from Child Paper Co

Whether you’re a traditionalist or a trendsetter, when planning a wedding it’s always good to know what’s trending. Child Paper Co sees popular themes...

3 reasons to have a DIY big day with the Wedding...

Planning a DIY wedding? Then you'll love the Wedding Mall. They have everything you need for your big day decorations… and beyond! Wedding Mall is...
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Top wedding beauty tips you need to know from Lucy Mansell

As beauty therapist to Alisha Dixon, Lucy Mansell knows more than most how important it is to have skin that looks at its best....

Embrace the leap year tradition in sumptuous suites

With a leap year only occurring roughly once every four years and research indicating that 70% of men like the idea of a woman...
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Why Langkawi is the ultimate honeymoon destination

Sarah Rodrigues explored this stunning group of islands in Malaysia, perfect for your honeymoon destination! From beautiful beaches to bustling street markets and pure indulgence...

Thornton Manor provided the perfect wedding venue for these brides

Ella and Emily chose Thornton Manor as their wedding venue, and it created the perfect backdrop for their dream wedding day! They first met in...
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A dusty pink wedding theme for this ‘made for each other’...

Here at Wedding Ideas HQ we adore a pretty pink wedding, so we completely fell in love with Claire and Anthony's gorgeous theme! The romance...
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5 top tips when choosing your wedding stationery

Fabulous wedding stationery company Hip Hip Hooray give us the lowdown… Hip Hip Hooray offer bold and beautiful wedding stationery that you can customise yourself...

Serendipity Brides will help you find the wedding dress of your...

Located in the Midlands, Serendipity Brides is an award winning individual bridal shop, with great attention to detail! They pride themselves in providing a...
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How to save on every part of your wedding day

Beat the budget by cutting the costs of all those wedding day essentials – from your gown through to your flowers… Words by Sophie...

5 reasons to choose Last Night of Freedom

Planning your hen and stag do is harder than you might think, which is why Last Night of Freedom are here to make it...

Wedding Video Albums – The ultimate way to remember your special day!

I was lucky enough to work with the fantastic team at Wedding Video Albums to create the ultimate wedding gift – a super-easy to use...
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Hair flair! Wonderful wedding hair with a difference

Wedding hair has never been more creative – with intricate looks that incorporate soft curls, tumbling waves and flowers. Words by Stuart Oseland. Soft curls work...
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The hen party guide to weekends in the New Forest

There’s no better excuse to spend time with your closest girl friends than a hen do. Many brides and their hens are choosing to...

Discover the magic of Myanmar for your honeymoon destination

Looking for a honeymoon that combines culture, history and once in a lifetime experiences? Then Myanmar is your place. Famous for its magnificent landscapes...

Advice you need to know about your wedding photography

As a successful wedding photographer with over ten years’ experience, Steve Longbottom can give clients a helpful insight into planning their day to help...