Introducing: Couple, The Social Network For Two

Kat

June 18, 2014

No one can deny that social networking has changed the way we interact. More and more of us now speak to one another through a computer better, and much more often, than we do face to face. We're more likely to set up a Facebook event for our party than actually call our friends and invite them; we'd probably all send someone a birthday tweet quicker than sending them an actual card; liking someone's Instagram is easy, but tell them to their face that you loved something they did? Oh no, that's kinda awkward, and really, who's got the time?

Free Wedding Photos For Alternative Couples with A Muse Photography!

Kat

A-Muse

June 11, 2014

Washington DC based wedding photographer Rachel Couch of A-Muse Photography loves nothing more than working with couples on their wedding day. "I also do a fair amount of fashion and lifestyle work", she writes, "and I really value my ability to shoot within several different genres since I think it makes me look at everything with fresh eyes. 'Magical realism' is the name of the game -- I try to create photographs that are both epic and cinematic, but also honest and intimate."

Sack the Cheesy Wedding DJ

Kat

Camera Hannah

June 4, 2014

I'm not a big dancer (well, in public) but one thing I am a super fan of is some seriously good music to get a party started. While having dancing at your wedding may or may not be top at the list of your priorities, having some damn fine entertainment certainly should be.

It’s Not a Party Without a Photo Booth!

Kat

May 28, 2014

I am an unashamed photo booth hog. To me, there is nothing more exciting than walking into a party and discovering that there's one present. I'll be the first one in and the last one out. I JUST LOVE THEM. Silly props! Stupid poses! Click click snap snap! That is my idea of a damn good time.

Are you Designing Your Own Wedding Rings?

Kat

Anna Delores

May 21, 2014

When it comes to deciding what kind of sparkler you'd like to say "I do" with, the possibilities really are endless. Would you like diamonds or a semi-precious stone? In gold, silver, platinum, titanium or even wood..? How about some custom engraving, or even an antiqued finish? These days, the only limit is your imagination!

Summer Bridesmaid Hairspiration

Kat

Shell De Mar

May 14, 2014

You know me, I'm no wallflower, so when Claire's asked me if I'd like to play dress up using some of their brightest of the bright brand new hair adornments, I really couldn't say no. When that trademark lilac packaging landed on my doorstep and I tore into it, I was greeted with so many pretty florals and bright colours that it instantly lifted my hump day mood. I immediately started thinking of ways I could dress them up, bridesmaid's style!

The Wedding Gift List That Dreams Are Made Of…

Kat

May 5, 2014

Win the £40,000 Wedding of Your Dreams from Confetti.co.uk!

Kat

April 23, 2014

I've heard way too many stories from people who've had to postpone or even cancel getting married simply because they couldn't afford it. That makes me so very sad. Of course the amount you spend has less than zero indication on how awesome your marriage will be, but if you have little or no savings, even a completely budget wedding can be out of the question.

Attention Aussie Brides: Linzie Russo is Offering You Free Wedding Photography!

Kat

Linzie Russo

April 16, 2014

It's a sad day when such a talented photographer ups sticks from the UK and moves over to sunnier shores... well it is for us anyway, you guys down under are in for a treat! Wedding photographer Linzie Russo is a half Aussie, half Scot babe who was born in Iran and has spent most of her life travelling the world! For the past three years she's called Glasgow home, but has recently made the decision to move back to Sydney in dire need of some nicer weather! To celebrate, she wants to offer one very lucky Rock n Roll Bride reader in Australia completely free wedding photography. Oh my goodness!

WIN 125 Mini Bottles and a Magnum of Freixenet Cava!

Kat

Emma Case

April 9, 2014

When Freixenet, the Spanish cava producers, got in touch to ask if I wanted to have a party on them, and share the results on my blog, I nearly fell off my chair. Talk about my dream job! Then they told me they also wanted to include the chance for my readers to win enough cava to keep their wedding rocking well into the wee hours and I almost did a backflip!

WIN A Personalised Hen Party Prize Pack from Banana Moon Clothing!

Kat

Decade Darlings

March 26, 2014

Ahh the great British hen do... the chance for brides-to-be and their friends to blow off some pre-wedding steam, get royally sozzled and (most likely) cause a bit of harmless chaos in the process. I've always been a bit of a party girl, so far from something I frown upon, I can totally see the appeal of all of the above. In fact I totally did all of the above for my own!

Online Dating: Is Meeting Your Partner Online Still Taboo?

Kat

March 21, 2014

I love a good proposal story. From viral videos of guys doing the most romantic and over the top gestures, right down to hearing that they just decided to get hitched over breakfast in bed one morning. However sometimes, even more than that, I love listening to a couple tell the story of how they first met, especially when they don't agree! "No, you pursued me!", "Whatever, it was you that eventually asked me out!" Although I don't always include it in the real weddings that I feature, I always ask everyone I interview for this blog those two questions. Firstly because it really helps to set up the story of their love, and usually helps to explain why they wanted to do certain things for their wedding, but mostly because I'm just a bit nosy!

Alternative Wedding Dresses for Rock n Roll Princesses

Kat

February 26, 2014

Alfred Angelo, America’s oldest and largest family-owned and operated bridal company, was founded by Alfred Angelo Piccione in Philadelphia. Since 1933 they have been designing wedding attire for brides of all tastes, styles and budgets. So when they got in touch asking if I'd like to showcase some of their quirkier styles on my blog, I jumped at the chance. After all, that's what I do best!

How To Make Your Own Wedding Rings

Kat

Emma Lucy

February 19, 2014

I wouI wouldn't call myself particularly artistic. I love to write and I'm not bad at taking the odd photograph, but anything more fiddly and I'm all fingers and thumbs! So when Rachel Jeffrey got in touch asking if Gareth and I would like to visit her studio to make some rings, I was slightly apprehensive.

Win Your Dream Wedding Dress from Sincerity Bridal and a Luxury Honeymoon to The Islands Of The Bahamas

Kat

February 12, 2014

I'm sure, at some point, most brides have dreamt about getting away from it all. Let's face it, planning a wedding can be incredibly stressful so who wouldn't daydream about packing it all in and jetting off to elope in The Bahamas!? Well your fantasy might be a little closer than you think, with these two amazing competitions that I have for you today!

Have a Magical Wedding at Fowey Hall, Cornwall

Kat

Devlin Photos

February 5, 2014

If you're after a wedding venue that will let you do anything you could possibility dream up, then you have to check out Fowey Hall. Whether you want a small intimate wedding, a large house party or a summer blow out complete with croquet on the lawn and Pimms on the terrace, then they can accommodate.

Find Your Alternative Wedding Dress at Churchgate Porter

Kat

Devlin Photos

January 29, 2014

Attention brides based in the South East! If you've been looking for a wedding dress from a lesser known and super original designer then you better read on... Based in picturesque village of Fletching in East Sussex, Churchgate Porter is the bridal boutique to visit if you're looking for a unique and rarely found designer wedding dress. Having so many amazing designers all in one place really is a treat!

Are These The Most Fabulous Shoes You’ll Ever Own?

Kat

Devlin Photos

January 22, 2014

When I was engaged and started looking for wedding shoes I was quite frankly horrified at what was passing as acceptable footwear for brides. Gross, cream, satin monstrosities that cost £500? No thank you very much.

How To Choose Your Honeymoon Destination

Kat

Hemline

January 20, 2014

Planning your honeymoon can be just as difficult as planning the wedding itself, but it's also got to be up there with one of the best parts of the whole thing too. Kicking back and relaxing after a year or so of intense preparation is going to be pretty blissful, but how do you make sure you get your choice of honeymoon destination right?

Win Free Wedding Photography from Assassynation & £1000 off a Bespoke Wedding Dress by Wendy Benstead!

Kat

Assassynation

January 15, 2014

Oh goodness, have I got the ultimate prize for a Rock n Roll bride today. I'm pretty sure you're gonna squeal with excitement when you read about this one. What if I could get two of the big wedding expenses slashed for you and have it done by one of my all time favourite suppliers?