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Designer Spotlight: The Black Edit by Rebecca Anne Designs

Kat

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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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