Are you a North London bride-to-be who wants a designer wedding dress at a not so designer price tag? If the answer (as we suspect) is yes then head down to North London boutique's Morgan Davies Sample Sale.

The event, which takes place on Sunday from 10am 'til 4pm will give bargain hunters a range of designers to choose from including Jenny Packham, Alan Hannah and Augusta Jones and prices are amazing. They range from £600 - £1000 and many are also dry cleaned.

And it gets better because you don't even need an appointment. Get there early ladies.

Designer days are a great way to have a look at the wide range of dresses a designer offers and in many cases a good place to get a discount.

Head to this Designer Day to meet an expert from Jenny Packham's team and receive an exclusive discount.

That's why we recommend you get yourself down to White Mischief's Henfield boutique to try on the full Jenny Packham Bridal range including dresses and accessories on Saturday 1st May.

Not only will you be able to try on the frocks but there will also be the opportunity to meet an expert from Jenny Packham's team and receive advice on choosing the perfect wedding gown.

Buy your dress on the day and you'll also get 10% off. Book an appointment now!

Brides-to-be get ready to do a bit of bargain hunting.
The Designer Wedding Dress Sale at the Thistle Hotel in London's Marble Arch starts on the 13th March, and has over 1000 dresses up for grabs with up to 70% off.

Designers include Amy Michelson, Caroline Castigliano, Jenny Packham, Ronald Joyce and include fashion show samples, end of line gowns, one-off prototypes and shop sample dresses.

Dresses are available in sizes 8 to 18 and an alterations service will be offered at the sale but get your tickets in advance here or you won't get in.

Tickets are limited and available at bridaldesignersale.com

Want a wedding dress by the same designer who created ex Blue Peter presenters Katie Hill's and Anthea Turner's frocks?

Then head down to Teokath bridal boutique in Wimbledon, where David Fielden will be showing off some designs he "made earlier".

This Saturday, 5th December, you'll be able to browse the designer's latest collection and also save 10% if you order your frock on the day.

The wedding dress shop is located at 16 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1RF. Log on to www.teokath.co.uk for details of other designers stocked at the boutique.

Every bride wants to look like a princess on her wedding day and we know all of you will.

However, if you want to take the princess theme one step further then you'll be thrilled to hear that Stewart Parvin, who has designed a range of wedding dresses for the Royal family will be presenting his 2010 collections over a series of dates next year.

Not only will you get to meet the designer in all his crowning glory but you'll also get to view his gorgeous dresses and get some royal styling advice.

He'll be appearing in over 10 different places across the country early next year so log on to the website to see where you can make your Royal appearance.

Brides-to-be mad about all things vintage should get themselves booked for the Vintage Wedding Evening.

Taking place on November 26 from 7.00pm to 9.30pm, the evening, which is a collaboration between My Sugarland boutique and Tigerlily Weddings, will include a range of advvisors who will give brides help on all aspects of wedding planning and themes.

My Sugarland have also arranged for an expert beauty team to be on hand to create Forties and Fifties-inspired make-up looks, as well as mini nail treatments in preparation for the big day. And it doesn't end there. Brides to be who purchase wedding dresses from My Sugarland's gorgeous range on the the day will also get a discount

With complimentary wine and refreshments this really is nt an event to be missed. Email info@mysugarland.co.uk to confirm your place.

This is the time of year where you can really pick up a bridal bargain. Designers and retail outlets have ordered in new stock and need to make room for it. Cue an abundance of sample sales.

One shop that's doing this (believe us it won't by any means be the last) is Fross Wedding Collections, which is holding a sample stock clearance sale on Sunday 15th November and offering an amazing 50% off their normal price dresses and accessories.

Make your appointment (unfortunately it's not a free for all) by calling 01825 763380.

If you want to add some Hollywood glamour to your wedding day then head down to London's Home House on the 15th November.

State Of Grace, which specialises in Hollywood vintage glamour will be hosting its latest collection of beautiful wedding dresses, accessories and shoes.

There will also be a catwalk show and personal styling advice on hand as well as other exhibitors including florist Matthew Dickinson (yes we can't contain our excitement either) and wedding planner Dominique Douglas.

One lucky bride will also win two nights in the Royal Suite at Dar Jaguar, the luxury villa Lucia has set up as a guest house in Marrakech.

Get you tickets now online or call 0870 850 0350, see you there.

We like to keep you brides to be on your toes, so we thought we'd tell you about a last minute meeting with top designer Suzanne Neville.

If you live in Hertfordshire then get on the phone to book your place at The Bride in St Albans ( 01727 848900, aren't we good to you) this Saturday. You'll be able to meet Suzanne as well as view her collection of stunning dresses.

However, if you can't make it then we've got some good news for you too. Suzanne will also be making an appearance at her Wilmslow store in Cheshire on the 27th of this month.
Call 01625 528858 to book an appointment.

Scottish brides-to-be looking for some wedding inspiration can now get it free at one of Scotland's biggest wedding shows.

The show at the Edinburugh Corn Exchange, takes place on the 7th and 8th of November and is said to have over 100 bridal exhibitors. This includes wedding dress designers, cake makers, wedding favour companies and car hire services.

There is also a bespoke Wedding Fair & Fashion Show featuring an 'exclusive collection' of Scotland's leading bridalwear, kilts, jewellery, hair and make up. With a glass of bubby, complimentary canapes and a free copy of the Scottish Wedding Directory for every bride what better way to plan your special Wedding Day.

You can get your free ticket by registering in advance on the company's site, or pay £5 on the door.

If you looking to get married in (Blur's word's) a great big house in the country then head down to the Newick Park Hotel and Country Estate in East Sussex.

The venue is opening its doors to brides and grooms to be on Sunday 29 November 2009 and will be giving you the chance to look around the venue and see the rooms set up as they would on your special day.

You'll be able to speak to the hotel's management and also have a food consultation with Chef, Chris Moore.

If this wasn't enough, the hotel has also invited local suppliers to exhibit their services. This includes photographers, cake companies, florists, wine merchants and entertainment companies.

We can't think of a better way to spend a crisp winter's day, and if your groom needs persuading you can always tempt him with the free glass of champagne you'll receive at the door.

The show runs from 11:30am to 4:30pm. Visit the hotel website for more details.

One thing we know we can't get our groom's to help us with is our hair, accessories and shoes for the big day. After all it's meant to all be a surprise isn't it.

However finding all the right styles can sometimes be a bit of a nightmare, which is why we're really excited about this event.

Shoe designer Emmy Scarterfield, accessories designer Jo Thorne and hairstylist Severin Hubert are joining forces to host a Champagne reception at Jo's East London studio on the 24th October.

The three fairy godmothers will help and advise you on how to create a bridal style, which you will feel good in.

And if this wasn't enough visitors will also get a 15% discount on Emmy shoes and Jo Thorne accessories, when ordered at the event.

Invites are free but the organizers advise you to get in there quickly as places are strictly limited. Email showcase@jothorne.co.uk to get your invite now.

[Picture: Elizabeth with peacock Feather by Emmy shoes. ]

Cash strapped brides looking for a designer wedding dress should head down to the Bridal Designer Sale.

The event, which takes place on 17-18 Otober 2009 at the Thistle Hotel in Marble Arch, is offering up to 70% off wedding dresses by a range of designers.

These include Jenny Packham, Amanda Wakeley, Caroline Castigliano, Atelier Aimee and Augusta Jones.

To book your free ticket the website.

Get ready for a bridal buying stampede because the Vera Wang bridal sample sale will be taking place this weekend.

The designer who is famous for her range of high profile dresses, such as Victoria Beckham's frock, is selling off her sample dresses at the Selfridges showroom, between 16-18 October with many being discounted up to 75% off.

We suggest getting the overnight camping gear ready because this sale is open to everyone. There's no appointments necessary.

If you're getting married up North and want some inspiration then head to the UK Wedding Show in Manchester Central.

This show offers a free goodie bag to every visitor, and has over 100 suppliers, which we hope will take away the stress of planning your big day.

Specialists in accessories, bridal beauty, bridalwear, bridesmaids dresses, cakes, cars, chocolate/champagne fountains, ice sculptor, hairdressing, honeymoons, lingerie, men's formal hire, tiaras, and venue dressers, are just a few of the types of companies you'll find there.

The show runs from the 24-25 October and tickets cost £8 in advance or £9 on the door. Call 01704 882050 to book.