Usually brides spend so much time picking out their dress that the footwear situation gets a tad neglected. Throw in the fact that you’ll be spending most of the day on your feet or being spun around the dance floor by your over zealous new hubby and it’s likely that those towering white stilettos – [...]...More
Burlesque star Dita von Teese certainly knew how to make a statement at her wedding to Marilyn Manson. Her Vivienne Westwood gown was bright violet and constructed out of seventeen metres of Swiss silk. Hat was by milliner Stephen Jones and her shoes by Christian Louboutin. I, for one, am glad they stuck true to [...]...More
[Laura] If you’re looking for a dress on a budget the Hollywood Dreams "Mystique", pictured, is available from 1st call for weddings for just £200. The sizes are extremely limited (most of the dresses are only available in a UK size 12) but there are about 12 designer dresses to choose from at just £200. [...]...More
The best of the rest from ebay – All gowns are brand new too! Ian Stuart red heart bodice wedding dress UK12 Karmen organza bodice and wavy rose skirt – any size (left) Hollywood Dreams gold Thai silk full-skirted dress UK14 Johanna Hehir ivory silk satin column dress and wrap UK8 Melanie ivory full dress [...]...More
A novel way of seating your guests is to have cookie place settings. Not only do they serve a useful purpose but your guests get something cute to take away with them too. Less waste and more taste! Fairytale Favours have a cute range of gingerbread brides and grooms (the classic ones are my favourite), [...]...More
Want to get the bride and groom something quirky but cute on the big day. Or maybe you fancy a gift for your other half? Ripe Gift’s bunny boat is a cuddly blue bunny in yes, a straw boat (because that’s where bunnies live right?) It’s packed with chocolately goodness, honey and even sparklers and [...]...More
[Laura] Just in case you’re getting married this year and don’t fit the traditional mould Pink Products has some fantastic advice for gay and lesbian couples tying the knot. If you haven’t quite got your head around civil partnerships it’s worth a look. They also carry a great line of wedding essentials for everyone. I [...]...More
This is quite possibly one of the most horrendous dresses we have had the misfortune to come across. Again, where to start? What to pick out first? Let’s start with the material. Shiny shiny satin is just not a good look for anyone due to its tendancy to define the lumps and bumps that you [...]...More
We’d hate for the men folk to be left out of the big day but lets face it’s not really about them, is it? So, here’s a kitschy little addition for their tux or tails. Cufflinks.com stock a huge range of you guessed it, cufflinks, with these enamel and silver plated bride and groom pieces [...]...More
There’s something so incredibly glamorous about Asian weddings. I don’t know if it’s the vibrant colours, the exquisite embroidery or the fact that the UK’s Asian wedding industry is worth around £300million per year. It was fairly difficult to find Asian bridal gowns online without coming up with a round a billion dating sites but [...]...More
From Jordan’s fairy tale carriage to the more traditional Bentley, getting to the wedding is a great occasion for trying out a luxurious vehicle for the day… but if you fancy something a little different take a look at Star Car Hire. They have everything from a convertible red beetle to the A-Team van (which [...]...More
Welcome to Bridalwave, the all-singing, all-dancing blog for brides and weddings from Shiny Media edited by Camilla Chafer. If you are planning your wedding, this is the site for you! We’ll take a fun and quirky look at the best of bridal fashion, including gowns, shoes and accessories, groomwear, venues, jewellery, stationery, beauty, floral...More
[Laura] There are some horrific gowns out there for both Brides and Bridesmaids many of which I wouldn’t allow my dog to sleep on and I’m sure we’ll be introducing you to some of them in the coming weeks (just take a look at Friday’s Frock Horror! – Camilla). This however, is how it should [...]...More
Probably one of the first things to set the tone of your wedding day will be the cards your guests receive inviting them to celebrate your day with you. These Tie the Knot cards from Special Day are exceptionally elegant with the ribbon threaded hearts and tied at the front. As part of the ordering [...]...More
Maggie Sottero has been a favourite of mine for wedding gowns for some time now as she produces a wide range of elegant gowns from the simple column to the more dramatic romantic styles. However with this Yolanda dress, I just can’t make up my mind. As you can see on the left (or click [...]...More
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