Nine Years of Rock n Roll Bride!

Kat

Made U Look

October 5, 2016

If someone had told me in October 2007 that the blog I had just started to share my ideas for my wedding would not only one day become the full time career of both me and (soon-to-be) husband, but would also be one of the most widely read wedding blogs in the world and would sporn a print magazine sold in stores up and down the country... well I would have told you to stop making up such nonsense! Even writing all that now, it feels totally crazy, like a dream.

I’m Happy

Kat

Made U Look

September 6, 2016

I still haven't unpacked from my recent trip, the house is full of boxes of magazines, the bathroom needs a clean, my inbox is bursting, I'm feeling overwhelmed with everything I have to do... but right now I am happy.

Life Update, Our First Employee, and A Call for National Wedding Show Exhibitors!

Kat

Made U Look

August 8, 2016

Things have been pretty full-on of late. Not only have I been travelling a lot (I've been away more than I've been home over month - Vienna, Paris AND Vegas all within three weeks!) but I've been working on issue 10, multiple new collaborations and preparing for the National Wedding Shows which are taking place in September/ October - wah!

Two Wonderful Days in Paris

Kat

July 24, 2016

I am very, very bad at keeping secrets, especially exciting ones! So when Sophie and I planned months ago, to take Ronnie to Paris for her birthday, I was sure I would accidentally blab. BUT I DIDN'T AND I'M SO PROUD.

Vegas or Bust!

Kat

Made U Look

July 23, 2016

If you've been following this blog for a while you probably won't have failed to notice that I have a not-so-secret obsession with a particular city... Las Vegas! I've been three times before and next week I'm off for my forth adventure with Gala and Shauna. Its nice to have friends who are just as in love with a place as you are!

My Sister Got Married Yesterday!

Kat

Camera Hannah

July 3, 2016

Yesterday Rachel and Jamie got married. It was the most INCREDIBLE day. Obviously I'm biased but I definitely think it's one of (if not the) best wedding I've ever seen, let alone been to.

Happy Wedding Day Rachel & Jamie!

Kat

Camera Hannah

July 2, 2016

Ahhh! The day is finally here my sister is getting married! Happy wedding day Rachel and Jamie. Remember to breathe, remember to take it all in, remember to dance like no-one is watching. I love you both so very much. BRING IT ON.

What Starting To Exercise Has Taught Me About My Mental Health

Kat

Devlin Photos

June 24, 2016

No Dicks Allowed: A Hen Do Without The Penis Straws

Kat

May 31, 2016

This weekend was my sister's hen do (bachelorette for my American readers!) We planned everything as a surprise for her, but were under strict instructions that there be nothing pink, fluffy or penis shaped!

To My Husband on Our Anniversary

Kat

Blush

April 12, 2016

To my computer game playing, gym going, kitty obsessing, sleepy head husband: You are my rock, my biggest supporter and all of my happiest moments. I'm so proud to call you my husband.

Why I’m Quitting Rock n Roll Bride

Kat

Blush

April 1, 2016

When I started this blog I had no idea just how far it could take me. From quitting a well paid full time job to all expenses paid trips to Australia! I co-founded a workshop that taught over 1000 people all over the planet and launched a print magazine!! It really has been a wild ride and I wouldn't change anything that's happened for the world.

I’m Off to Japan!!

Kat

March 14, 2016

Kon'nichiwa! It seems like forever since I've written a more personal post (there's just so much weddingness waiting to be shared in my inbox). However I wanted to pop by today and let you all know that I'm off to Japan next week! Gareth and I went there for our honeymoon in 2008, but with hardly any travel experience or money (which, let's face it, you need in Japan!) so we are super duper excited to be going back with a bit more of both of these crucial things behind us.

A Valentine’s Love Letter to Myself

Kat

Shell de Mar

February 14, 2016

Dear Kat You've been thinking long and hard about what to publish today. As a blog dedicated to love and marriage there's a certain amount of extra pressure on Valentine's Day. There's so much expectation about what you might write about. Do you share a Valentine's themed photo shoot? Do you write a love letter to your husband (again!)? Do you publish one of the thousands of press releases you've been bombarded with from companies who want to sell your readers flowers and chocolates and extravagant gifts? Do you just skip it all together!?

A Day in the Life

Kat

Chris Barber

January 17, 2016

This week I was interviewed by two industry websites, Wedding Daily and The National Wedding Show. While the first asked me all about my 2015, and plans for this year, NWS asked me to write a "day in the life" type story. I laughed when I got this assignment because my working life is anything but glamorous or exciting... as you will see! I thought I'd re-share the article here. I hope you enjoy it!

Happy New Year & A Welcome to New Readers

Kat

June Cochran

January 1, 2016

The festive period is one of the most popular times of year for engagements, so I figured that the first day of a new year was the perfect opportunity to take some time to say a big fat "HELLO!" to any new readers. Even if you've been reading for a while, maybe you'll learn something about how Rock n Roll Bride operates!

Happy Christmas (& Issue 6 Sneak Peek!)

Kat

December 24, 2015

2015: Triumphs, Failures and Lessons Learned

Kat

Shell de Mar

December 21, 2015

The last twelve months have been HUGE for Rock n Roll Bride. We saw the magazine in physical stores, we worked with (and then ditched!) a external publishing company, and then we starting our own! It also saw the last in-person class of The Blogcademy, and signing up for massively exciting collaboration with the National Wedding Show! PHEW.

Wedding Planning in Marrakech

Kat

David McNeil

November 19, 2015

You might remember that in July I went to Marrakesh with Gala and Shauna. Well, I loved it so much that I'm going back today with my sister Rachel in hunt of pretty things for her wedding next year! We're on a throw/ lamp/ cushion/ anything-else-we-can-cram-in-our-suitcases mission and I can't wait.

Happy Wedding Day Carly and Tom!

Kat

November 4, 2015

I just wanted to pop by quickly today to say HAPPY WEDDING DAY to my bestie Carly (and, I guess, her fiancé Tom - ha!) The photo in this post was taken twelve years ago. My goodness, when did we get so old!?

Happy Eighth Birthday Rock n Roll Bride!

Kat

Shell de Mar

October 30, 2015

Sometimes it’s hard for me to believe that this is actually my life. While it isn't rainbows, unicorns and kittens all of the time, and I've never worked longer or harder, I am undeniably grateful that I get to do something I love every single day. Eight years ago today I posted my very first article on this blog. I was working at a shopping channel and although I enjoyed it most of the time, there was always a undercurrent of sadness in my life. The "Is this really it?" mentality. This was something that had been following me ever since I was 14 years old. I'm sure some of you already know that I had a tough time growing up. I had depression, I self harmed, I had an eating disorder, I even tried to kill myself on more than one occasion. I remember around that time my mother would always say to me, "God had a plan" and "You can't give up, you are destined for the most wonderful things". Now, I'm not sure about the whole God thing, but even in my darkest moments I did quietly hope that she was right, and that one day I'd wake up and have it all figured out.