Wedding Planning

Plan the perfect English country wedding

May 21st, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Planning, Wedding Theme

Steeped in rustic tradition and inextricably tied up with Jane Austen-style happy endings in the national consciousness, the English country wedding is the ideal way to “tie the knot” for many couples. But how to pull it off with style? … more about Plan the perfect English country wedding

How to find the right bridesmaid’s dress

May 17th, 2008  |  Published in Bridesmaids' Dresses, Wedding Planning

You’ve been to every wedding store in town and you’ve scoured the wedding sites on internet. You just can’t find matching bridesmaid’s dresses in a suitable variety of sizes without parting with a wheelbarrowful of cash. Here’s how to solve the problem without breaking the bank. … more about How to find the right bridesmaid’s dress

Boogie-woogie brightens your wedding reception

May 15th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Music, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

For those who yawn at the prospect of a disco, a dose of boogie-woogie mixed with good old-fashioned rock ‘n’ roll and jive is a musical alternative that will have all your guests, both young and old, on the dancefloor in no time. … more about Boogie-woogie brightens your wedding reception

Round off your Scottish wedding with a ceilidh

May 14th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Music, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception, Wedding Theme

No respectable Scottish wedding is complete without a rousing ceilidh to finish the night. Pronounced “kay-lee”, ceilidh is the Gaelic name for an evening of traditional Scottish dancing. Everyone who attends the party kicks up their heels and joins in the merriment. … more about Round off your Scottish wedding with a ceilidh

A harpist adds halcyon bliss to your wedding

May 13th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Music, Wedding Planning

The enchanting sound of the harp strummed gently conjures up visions of ethereal beauty. It’s the perfect backdrop for an intimate wedding ceremony. … more about A harpist adds halcyon bliss to your wedding

Trad jazz conjures up summer wedding magic

May 11th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Music, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

You’re planning a summer wedding. You’re looking forward to drinks and photographs on the lawn amongst the roses and delphiniums. Set the scene with a trad jazz band playing gaily in the background. … more about Trad jazz conjures up summer wedding magic

Create budget wedding venue decorations

May 11th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception, Wedding Venues

You’re organising your wedding on a shoestring. You want to invite your friends to the evening reception party. You’ve found a community hall nearby that is very reasonable to hire. Trouble is, it looks dowdy. How can you cheer it up without breaking the bank? … more about Create budget wedding venue decorations

Add classical music to your wedding ceremony

May 8th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Music, Wedding Planning

The civil wedding ceremony is the chosen way of exchanging marriage vows for many couples in the UK today. The trouble is, the officially-sanctioned formula of words can seem impersonal, lacking both a sense of time-honoured tradition and a deeper immediate meaning. … more about Add classical music to your wedding ceremony

Salsa spices up the Latin wedding theme

May 8th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Music, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception, Wedding Theme

Add hot sauce to your Latin wedding theme with a performance by a salsa band at your wedding reception evening party. There is an unique electricity and energy to be found in the hot sultry South American climes. … more about Salsa spices up the Latin wedding theme

How to choose your wedding dress

May 7th, 2008  |  Published in Wedding Dresses, Wedding Planning

From a girlie point of view, one of the most delicious aspects of wedding planning must be the hunt for the perfect bridal gown. Begin mulling over the wedding dress issue early on. Remember, you’re going to see yourself in that dress in the photos and the video of the event for years to come! … more about How to choose your wedding dress