Designer Spotlight: The Black Edit by Rebecca Anne Designs

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Emma Pilkington

May 19, 2025

Rebecca Anne Designs is a bespoke bridal brand based in Somerset that specialises in creating custom, embroidered wedding veils. Their latest collection, The Black Edit, is a bold and dramatic departure from the traditional veil using black in a really modern yet still timeless and sophisticated way. The Black Edit is designed for the modern marrier who dares to stand out and really make a statement on their wedding day.

Unwind and Recharge at Acres Landing – A Modern Glamping Escape Near Palm Springs

Kat

May 13, 2025

If you've snagged a copy of our latest issue (and if not, what are you waiting for? We have only a few copies left!), you might have spotted the epic Wedding Singer inspired editorial we shot in Las Vegas inside. But after a whirlwind trip to Sin City, we needed a bit of post-glitz decompression, and Palm Springs was calling our name. Enter Acres Landing – a modern glamping resort that made the perfect antidote to the neon chaos of the strip.

Go Wild and Wed at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve

Kat

April 20, 2025

Did you know, you can get married in a safari park right here in the UK? Port Lympne Reserve in Kent might just be of the most unforgettable wedding venues we’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting! If you’re animal-obsessed but your wedding budget doesn’t quite stretch to a full-blown African adventure, don’t worry, we’ve found the next best thing, and it’s just outside Canterbury. We recently spent a night there and we’re still buzzing!

The Rise of the Second Wedding Dress: Why Modern Brides Are Saying Yes to the Mini

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Katie Rogers

April 16, 2025

Once upon a time, a bride chose the dress. One gown, worn for the whole wedding day. But times are changing. More and more nearlyweds are picking not just one, but two wedding dresses. Swapping their traditional gowns for something fun, flirty, and way easier to dance in as the night goes on. Enter the mini wedding dress.

Laying the Foundations: Choosing the Perfect Flooring for Your First Home as Newlyweds

Guest Contributor

March 30, 2025

You've said your vows, thrown confetti, and danced the night away to some nostalgic emo bangers. Now comes the next big chapter: setting up your first home together. Cue the Pinterest boards, the moving boxes, and the existential debate over which mugs make the cut.

Review: Gentlebands is Smashing the Rules for Men’s Wedding Rings

Kat

March 26, 2025

Let’s be real, most men’s wedding rings are a snoozefest. Plain metal bands. Zero personality. Nothing to write home (or vows) about. But Gentlebands? They’re not here to play it safe. They’re here to break the mould and rewrite the rulebook, one meteorite-infused, dinosaur bone-laced ring at a time.

Every Rose Has Its Thorn: Alternative Wedding Flower Ideas

Kat

March 12, 2025

We've been bombarded with images of the ‘traditional’ wedding our whole lives, it’s part of our culture, so when it comes to planning your own, it's very natural to feel a bit torn between wanting to stick to tradition while also wanting your own personality to shine through.

Crafting Paper Flowers for Your Wedding with Cricut™

Guest Contributor

January 15, 2025

Forget wilting bouquets and fleeting floral arrangements, modern couples are turning tradition on its head with this rebel wedding décor idea - paper flowers. Economical, enduring, and timeless, paper blooms offer a savvy and sustainable twist to wedding aesthetics. With a Cricut™  crafting machine, you can create personalised petals that not only pop on your big day but also blossom into beautiful home décor to cherish forever. Big on bows and bold statements, these DIY darlings harmonise with the latest wedding trends: micro weddings, extravagant flower displays, and the desire for a sustainable celebration. Let your love story bloom with a Cricut-crafted garden of your own design!

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds are Shaping the Future of Engagement Rings

Guest Contributor

November 13, 2024

Choosing an engagement ring often involves balancing personal style, budget, and values, lab-grown diamond engagement rings are becoming a popular option that checks all three boxes. Certified lab-grown diamonds offer the same brilliance and fire as mined diamonds, and thanks to brands like With Clarity, these sustainable gems are available in designs that celebrate luxury without compromise.

Personalise Your Gothic Wedding With Cricut

Guest Contributor

November 6, 2024

elebrate the extraordinary and personalise your wedding with all of the gothic mystery and elegance you could possibly wish for. Keep reading for details of how you can conjure up the perfect wedding experience that’s exactly how you want it to be – all you need is plenty of imagination and a little Cricut™ know-how to turn your gothic wedding fantasy into reality…

The Love Island: Jersey Heritage

Guest Contributor

September 18, 2024

From forts to castles, pagan spiritual sites to Victorian houses… there are so many magical and unique places to tie the knot in Jersey, which is just a one-hour flight from London!

Create Your Own Disco Ball Place Settings with Cricut

Guest Contributor

September 4, 2024

Your wedding day is the ultimate celebration - make it as groovy and unique as you, with the help of Cricut™, pioneers in home crafting and smart cutting technology. Embrace your inner disco queen and create a wedding that dazzles with personality and pizazz. Ditch the ‘cookie-cutter’ wedding, and let disco fever inspire you.

How to Organise an Elopement in Italy

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Piernicola Mele

June 13, 2024

If a classic white wedding with hundreds of guests is not your idea of a good time, then you've probably already considered eloping. The best thing about it is you can literally do things your way - its not just a phrase when you have zero guests to consider or please!

Just Engaged? Here’s Your Five-Step Game Plan!

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Karissa Russ & Co.

June 5, 2024

As you float back down to earth from proposal cloud nine, it's probably time to kickstart the wedding planning. While it isn’t always a super fun time (wrangling RSVPs, stressing over the budget, making a million decisions that all seem v. v. v important at this very moment!) we promise, there’s a lot of excitement and joy to be had too (dresses… cakes… flowers!)

Team Hen’s Ultimate Guide to Throwing a Taylor Swift Hen Party

Kat

May 22, 2024

With the Era's tour about to hit the UK, what better time to throw a Taylor Swift-inspired hen party? Whether your bestie is a die-hard Swiftie or just loves to shake it off on the dance floor, Team Hen has put together the ultimate guide to throwing a hen party that every Taylor stan will adore.

L.O.M Unveils Wedding & Couture Collection!

Kat

May 14, 2024

Renowned for adorning festival fields and vibrant playas worldwide, the iconic brand L.O.M, are now embarking on a new chapter with the launch of their wedding and couture collection. While this transition may surprise some loyal L.O.M customers, it heralds a return to Louise's roots in bridal fashion, having previously founded her own successful bridalwear brand in 2009. Now, merging her expertise, she introduces L.O.M Wedding and L.O.M Gold to the world, offering a seamless blend of tradition and alternative flair.

Five Modern Wedding Ceremony Rituals You Might Not Have Thought Of

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Laura Diliberto Photo

May 8, 2024

Weddings are becoming more and more personalised, with no two weddings you go to quite the same. But how can you bring this personalisation to the ceremony? With a celebrant wedding, the possibilities are endless and the more creative you and your celebrant are, the more unique and personal your ritual might be. There are some more traditional rituals like handfasting or union candle rituals, which can be very beautiful and meaningful. But why not try something a little more offbeat - here are five ideas to get you started!

A Fully Inclusive Bridal Boutique in the Heart of Birmingham: Introducing TDR Bridal

Kat

April 10, 2024

The bridal shop experience can be a stress-filled time for a lot of nearlyweds, but if you’re plus size, disabled or don’t fit into the standard ‘bridal mould’ then it can feel like a herculean task to find somewhere to go.

Roll Into Matrimony with SMC Coach Hire: A Rock n Roll Bride’s Guide to Nailing Your Wedding Transport

Kat

March 19, 2024

Ah, weddings! A time of love, laughter, and the painstaking task of herding cats... or in this case, your beloved guests. With the myriad of details you're already juggling for your big day, transportation might seem like the last frontier of fun. But hold onto your veils and bow ties, because SMC Coach Hire is here to rock your wedding logistics with flair, flexibility and a touch of luxe!

Five Reasons to Ditch the Traditional Engagement Ring

Guest Contributor

March 12, 2024

You've probably heard the saying “diamonds are a girl’s best friend”, but as a jeweller, I have to disagree, and so do a growing number of jewellery lovers. The traditional solitaire diamond is falling out of fancy with many modern couples. This is especially true among those who value a more ethical approach or who don’t feel the need to play by others’ rules.