In today’s world of instant messaging and email the art of writing a thank you note is definitely on the down turn. That’s still no excuse for not sending your thanks for the thoughtful present you’ve been gifted or for the fabulous service your bridesmaids have put in to your day. We love this uber [...]...More
It’s not only the bride who has a nightmare deciding what to wear, the guests often plan months ahead too. There is plenty to take into consideration – the time of year, the time of day, formal or not… is it possible to ever get it right? Following on from Catwalk Queen’s style help in [...]...More
At a guess there are probably more than a few brides out there who don’t want to wear great towering heels on their wedding day and the rest of the honeymoon regretting it. With that in mind I went in search of bridal flats. As flats are one of the hottest footwear trends again this [...]...More
Amanda Wakely strapless white dress UK12 BHS ‘Louisa’ ivory satin and chiffon column dress UK14 (left) Monsoon ivory silk dress UK20 Maggie Sottero white strapless crystal bodice dress UK14 Jasper Conran ivory cross-back dress UK8 Good luck!...More
In the early days of Bridalwave, I lamented the fact that Katie Price (aka Jordan) and hubby Peter Andre were already married. This, as I’m sure you’ll understand, was quite upsetting because I would have been able to write reams and reams about their, um, tastes. I’ve really held off. I have, I tell you. [...]...More
Top make-up artists Naveeda and Nina Haider – make-up artist for Coronation Street’s Sunita and Footballers Wives Laila Rouass – have collaborated to produce the Asian Bridal Look Book. Featuring 150 pages of make-up tips, hair styles and colour co-ordinating style, it isl designed with the Asian bride in mind. Probably the ...More
Previously I’ve written about keeping nails neat and classic with a french manicure but now I know you could go in an entirely different direction. Creative Nail Design have expanded their range to include enamel enhancements and sparkly gems to match any gown or theme. They tell me that their Custom Blended Manicures are the [...]...More
It’s the time of the week we’ve all been waiting for – the unveiling of this weeks Frock Horror! And what a fright it is to. I imagine the thinking behind it was Edwardian style but bigger and better. The hat is quite nice – it will certainly eclipse the sun but on top of [...]...More
Butterflies are this weeks choice for our Get the Look feature. Of course you don’t have to go the whole nine yards. Pick out the key items to make up a theme without looking like you are trying to hard. We like this D’Zage dress. The wrap effect gives it a light, floating feel whilst [...]...More
We all seem to be on ethical wedding spree this week which is fab for the environment. Let’s take a little look at what is going on… Our sister-blog-with-a-conscience Hippyshopper gave us some gorgeous eco confetti from The Real Flower Confetti Company. We blogged on conflict free diamonds, good gift lists plus bubble and wildflower [.....More
It’s a bit sad that when the bride-to-be asserts her will about what she wants at her wedding she is often labelled ‘bridezilla.’ However, sometimes brides can go a little too far as we found when we giggled and gasped our way through the Etiquette Hell horror stories. Read it and weep as you find [...]...More
Hosting a buffet reception and not sure where to start? Don’t fancy paying a fortune in caterer costs? Try Waitrose online ordering and home delivery service. With plenty of vegetarian options too, they even provide eight varieties of wedding cake and ice sculptures. You can place your order as little as five days before the [...]...More
Unique shoe company Absolutely Audrey have a whole range of shoe clips, including a bridal range, that would make great accessories for the bride as well as gifts for the bridemaids. We love the idea of glamming up a pair of shoes (handbags, jeans or anything else for that matter) with the many varied designs. [...]...More
I’m keen to hear what you think of this three quarter length dress from Berketex bride. It follows the trend of shortening hem lines in wedding dresses for a more modern and far less princessy look. The strapless gown has a sturdy looking bust with a raised waist accentuated by a pretty pink ribbon bow. [...]...More
Guests can go to chocoholic heaven with Thorntons range of wedding favours and stationery. A single chocolate favour box starts at 95p in the traditional range. We also like the ultra elegant lily and the pretty pink fleur styles. Wedding co-ordinators are on hand to help personalise your selections too. For this years craze on [...]...More
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