10 Alternative Bridesmaid Dresses from AW Bridal

Kat

July 8, 2025

Not every wedding party wants matching blush chiffon. If your crew is more fantasy novel than formal garden party, AW Bridal has a look for every kind of alt bridal party.

Designer Spotlight: Anna Couture Brides

Kat

Tim Steele

July 7, 2025

If you’re on the hunt for a wedding dress that feels totally you, then let us introduce you to Anna Couture Brides! Located in Stamford, Lincolnshire, this boutique is all about luxury, glamour and expert craftsmanship, but without the crazy price tag. If you’ve been dreaming of having a one-of-a-kind dress made to your own design, but you don’t know where to start. This is where you need to go!

Gothic Wedding: Embrace Dark Elegance with Faux Flowers

Guest Contributor

July 3, 2025

There’s no one way to be goth. Some of us were raised on fantasy novels and Victorian mourning gowns. Some of us still listen to Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge on repeat. Others just feel most themselves in black, with a little lace and a lot of eyeliner. Whether you’re leaning medieval, romantic, emo, soft goth or something in between, a gothic wedding is about choosing aesthetic over tradition and owning the mood that feels most like you.

Designer Spotlight: Winifred Rose

Kat

June 19, 2025

Looking to sparkle brighter than a disco ball at Studio 54? Winifred Rose is going to be your go-to for all the sequin-studded, embellished bridal looks you’ve been searching for! Whether you’re wanting to rock a sequin jumpsuit at your hen do, own the spotlight in a short, sassy number at your engagement party, or dazzle down the aisle with something glam on the day itself - Winifred Rose has you covered.

We’re Heading to the Lobsters for Life Wedding Fair in The Netherlands!

Kat

Anne den Haan

June 6, 2025

We’ve had a lot of you sliding into our DMs lately asking, “When’s the next Rock n Roll Bride Live?” And the honest answer is... not this year. We’re hitting pause on our own show in 2025 to focus on other projects (and maybe catch our breath - turns out producing a wedding fair is a lot). BUT we’ve got some juicy news, especially for our European readers: instead of hosting our own event, we’re heading to the Lobsters for Life Wedding Fair in the Netherlands this October! Yep, you heard that right - Rock n Roll Bride is going continental!

Designer Spotlight: L.O.M Wedding

Kat

Andrej Russkovskij

May 28, 2025

L.O.M, the UK-based fashion brand renowned for its bold, colourful festival wear, recently expanded its offerings with a new line of elevated wedding and red-carpet fashion. Designer Louise O’Mahony gave us a glimpse into her latest collection during a spontaneous shoot in Berlin, featuring a real-life couple.

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

Guest Contributor

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

Kat

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!)