How to Plan a Festival Wedding: Being Interviewed by Helen Anderson

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January 23, 2016

20 Articles To Help You Plan Your Alternative Wedding

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Patricia Haas

December 30, 2015

My favourite kinds of articles to publish are the ones where I can give some really practice wedding planning advice. It was the kind of content I really craved when I was organising our own wedding because wedding magazines didn't ever seem to delve any deeper than "How to choose the right wedding dress for your shape" and "10 things he does that proves he really loves you" (give me strength!)

I’m a Bridesmaid & I’ve Been Asked to Dye My Hair & Lose Weight For the Wedding…

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Rhapsody Road

December 3, 2015

Hi Kat My best friend is getting married really soon and I'm a bridesmaid. She has asked me to dye my hair dark brown or black, and to lose 10kgs for the wedding. Now I know that may not seem like a big deal but since leaving high school I have always channelled my personality into my hair. I've had pink hair for the last five years and switch it up occasionally with purple, blue, or green. I really don't want to have my hair coloured darker as its such a pain in the ass to go through the whole bleaching process again. Am I being over sensitive? Or is the bride's word the law? As for the weight loss I understand she wants me to look thin in the pictures, but I like the weight and body shape I have now. I feel like if she knew me and loved me she'd accept the way I look and the way I am. This is seriously stressing me out and making me quite depressed. Any advice?

The Pre-Wedding Freak Out

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Jonathan David Studios

October 9, 2015

How To Get The Most Awesome Engagement Photos

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Tara Libby

September 29, 2015

The Pinterest Bride

Lisa Devlin

Devlin Photos

September 9, 2015

Remember that movie The Princess Bride? Well The Pinterest Bride is not quite a fairytale but it is a phenomenon that I'm hearing more and more of.

What’s Your Love Language?

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Sam Hurd

August 10, 2015

When you get engaged, inevitably your mind quickly becomes encompassed by things such as guest lists and table plans, dresses and shoes, flowers and cake. Of course all of these things are important to pulling off a beautiful wedding, but what are you doing to make sure you pull off an even more beautiful marriage?

How to Ask For a Discount without Offending Your Wedding Suppliers

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Devlin Photos

August 4, 2015

Let's not beat around the bush: Weddings are bloody expensive. There's so much to think about and so many things to pay for, who can blame a girl for wanting to save every penny possible? There are a myriad of ways to plan a wedding at a pinch, but what if you've got your heart set on something in particular that doesn't fit in with your very strict budget? Is it ever OK to ask for a discount and if you do will those suppliers get mortally offended?

Wedding Traditions, What Are They Good For?

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Danilo Siqueira

July 20, 2015

I was chatting to my newly engaged sister last week who told me there was no way in hell she'd be doing a first dance and that come to think of it, walking down the aisle seemed mortifying and silly too. "But you have to walk in somehow," I replied, "you can't just 'poof!' and appear at the end of the aisle!"

Your Wedding Does Not Have To Be The ‘Best Day Of Your Life’

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Chris Barber

July 7, 2015

Don't get me wrong, a wedding is undoubtedly a very important day, but it is not your one shot at happiness or your singular life defining moment. By that I mean, even if the day was a complete disaster and everything that could go wrong did, the actual act of getting married is just one little flash in a life full of potentially joyful occasions!

Self Esteem, Body Confidence and Learning to Love Yourself

Kat

June 26, 2015

If you've been reading my blog (or following me on Instagram!) for a while you'll probably have already heard of Gala Darling. Not only is she one of my best friends, but I've been raving about her, and her message of Radical Self Love, for quite some time! I first discovered her blog in early 2009 (check out my adorable fangirling) but it wasn't until happenstance enabled us to meet IRL a few years later that I knew we were kindred spirits. There are just some people you meet who instantly light up your life and make the world seem like a more positive, happier place. Gala does this for me every single day and I'm so honoured to call her my friend.

The Six Biggest Wedding Planning Concerns & How to Quash Them!

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Fleming Photo

June 5, 2015

I recently asked my Facebook fans what their biggest worries were about getting hitched, and oh my goodness, do you lot have a LOT of things on your mind! Here are the five main stress factors I saw pop up again and again, plus some practical ways you can overcome them.

Three Vital Things All Couples Should Discuss Before They Get Married

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Laura Goldenberger

May 29, 2015

There’s nothing more exciting than planning your wedding, whether you go for a large lavish affair or a more understated, personal day, there is always plenty to think about and arrange! But with all the excitement and celebration going on around you, it's very easy to get caught up in the moment and forget that your wedding is about more than just the day itself.

How to Banish Your Inner Bridezilla

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UNIQUE LAPIN

May 26, 2015

Planning a wedding is one of the most stressful times in most people's lives. All that expectation, all those people to please, all that money being spent, wanting to make everything just perfect... It's no wonder that there are whole reality shows about brides flipping the hell out! While they might be seriously entertaining to watch from the outside, if you're not careful it can be all to easy too start to exhibit some of those trademark bridezilla tenancies yourself. Here are some things to think about to help prevent you turning into a terrifying monster,

My Top Ten Most Effective Weight Loss Tips for Brides

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Made U Look

May 22, 2015

Hurray, you're engaged! Have you started your pre-wedding weight loss regime yet? YOU HAVEN'T!? Oh my goodness, there isn't a moment to lose - make sure you read this before it's too late!

How to Make Sure Your Guests Enjoy Your Wedding

Kat

Souvenirs du Temps

May 12, 2015

People always say that it's "your day", and while they are right I always think the best weddings are ones that really take care of the guests too. While I am all for making decisions based on what makes you and your partner happy, I think it's really nice to consider how your friends and family will enjoy the day. Here are eight relatively simple things you might consider doing. After all, happy guests will make the day even more magical!

How To Write Your Own Vows

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Briana Morrison

May 4, 2015

Writing your own wedding vows has got to be one of the best ways to add a personal spin to your day. Forget the DIY and quirky reception décor, the ceremony is really where it's at! Before you put pen to paper, sit down somewhere quiet and answer the following questions. While there are no wrong answers, the ones that you give will be the perfect jumping off point for some really personal vows and will help you if you get stuck!

12 Surprising Ways to Make Your Wedding Budget Stretch Further

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Megan Saul

April 24, 2015

With the average cost of a wedding in the UK allegedly being upwards of £18,000, it's no surprise that more and more alternative brides and grooms are looking for ways to cut costs. But how can you create a stunning wedding, on a budget, whilst still having the best day possible? Here are my best wedding budgeting tips!

How to Remember Deceased Loved Ones At Your Wedding

Kat

April 14, 2015

By the time a lot of people get married, it is quite likely that they will have lost someone near and dear to them. I've had quite a few people email me about this over the past few weeks, so today I wanted to share some simple ways you can included a loved one who has passed away in your wedding day.

Do I Need Bridesmaids?

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Erin & Ray

March 31, 2015

Hey Kat! I'm getting married in September and have been stressing over The Bridesmaid Situation for a while now. So my question is, what's the Rock n Roll version of a bridesmaid and what does she do? As much as I love channelling Blair Waldorf it just seems a bit minion-y, like an on-display clique, since I don't have an obvious set of BFFs and hate to "draw the line". Help!