January 2009

  • Empire State building to host its first same-sex marriage

    This year's Valentine's Day looks set to be extra special for 14 lucky couples in America. They have been selected from over 400 applicants on Brides.com to exchange their vows at the top of the Empire State Building on the only day of the year when it allows wedding ceremonies. Even more exciting is that for the first time in the building's history, two brides will be being saying "I do&q…
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  • Lionel Ritchie reveals why not to invite him to a wedding

    Lionel Richie has spoken out about why he hates attending his friends' wedding ceremonies so much. Talking to Spin magazine, the singer revealed that whenever he goes to celebrate the marriage of his nearest and dearest the event always becomes about him. He claims that no matter how hard he tries to keep a low profile and let the bride and groom get on with their big day, he constantly ends up…
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  • Tradition 'still alive' for modern couples

    There are some things which brides may never compromise on and one of the most traditional aspects of a wedding is one of them, research has revealed. According to a survey by the National Wedding Show, 78 per cent of women demanded that their new husband carried them over the threshold of their homes after their big day. The act is considered to be good luck for newlyweds for two reasons, Mari…
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  • Wedding bells on the cards for Geri

    The sound of wedding bells is set to fill the air as it has been announced that Geri Halliwell is to follow the lead of her former Spice Girls band mate and tie the knot. Formerly known as Ginger Spice, Geri is engaged to Italian yacht tycoon Fabrizio Politi after meeting him at a nightclub in Florence last month. Despite the speed of their whirlwind romance, Fabrizio, 34, asked 36-year-old Ger…
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  • How to choose the perfect wedding dress

    Brides-to-be have been advised that "the dress is the thing" and that they should take the time to choose the perfect gown. According to Cleveland.com, a wedding dress is the one thing most brides do not want to cut back on, when it comes to budgets. Therefore, Paula Pedaci, a buyer for Catan Fashions, says that when shopping for the perfect purchase, they should come equipped with an…
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  • New bridal bible launched in the south-west

    Couples currently planning their wedding may be interested to hear about the launch of a new magazine which could give them lots of handy hints and tips. West Weddings is a glossy publication which is aimed at those tying the knot in Bath, Somerset, Gloucestershire and Bristol, the Bath Chronicle reports. The bridal bible will be on sale quarterly and is going to be full of ideas and suggestion…
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  • Photographer 'captures essence' of friend's wedding day

    A photographer has described how nerve-racking, yet enjoyable he found being asked to capture his best friend's wedding on film. Writing for Livemint.com, David Stott explained how he felt privileged to be asked, but nervous about undertaking such an important task. To ensure that he was up for the challenge, he prepared in advance by using the internet to research the work of professional wedd…
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  • Personalised wedding favours 'add an original touch' to weddings

    Personalising wedding favours ensure that a personal and original touch is added to any celebration, it has been claimed. According to Personalised Wedding, there is an "ocean of options" for couples who would like to personalise the gifts they give to their guests on the big day. The company claims that a good way to make such a gift unique is to present the same object slightly diff…
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  • Uncertain Telford wedding fair goes ahead as planned

    Brides-to-be have flocked to Telford for the opening of a week-long wedding fair that is bound to get them excited about their big days. According to the Shropshire Star, more than 40 businesses will set up stands at the Telford Shopping Centre so that couples can peruse their offerings to their heart's content. There was some initial concern that the fair would not go ahead because of new heal…
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  • Wedding bells chime for David Blunkett

    Wedding bells could be ringing around the Houses of Parliament as it has been announced that politician David Blunkett is to marry again. The former home secretary is now Labour MP for Sheffield Brightside and is engaged to Dr Margaret Williams, who works in the city. Plans were announced at a party held to celebrate Dr Williams's 50th birthday last weekend. The couple have been together for a…
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  • Gordon Ramsay to renew wedding vows

    Wedding bells could well be ringing again for Gordon Ramsay as he is to renew his vows following cheating allegations at the end of last year. The TV chef wants to reaffirm his commitment to his wife Tana and show that their marriage is still stable. Rumours that Gordon had been having an affair first came to light last November. However, he has always denied the claims. A source told the Peop…
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  • Wedding bells for Gisele?

    It seems as though supermodel Gisele Bundchen will not be replacing the catwalk for the aisle just yet - although she'll never say never. Speaking to Brazilian magazine Caras, the leggy catwalk queen dismissed rumours that she is soon to tie the knot with her American football star boyfriend Tom Brady. She described how a series of engagement rumours began circulating after the couple enjoyed c…
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  • Heroic dog to be guest of honour at wedding

    A dog has been chosen to be the guest of honour at one woman's wedding after he saved her life. Zoe Christie, 21, was out walking in Ottery St Mary, Devon, in November 2004 when she became lost and developed hypothermia, the Telegraph reports. She was severely ill and it is unlikely she would have survived were it not for one persistent pooch. John Richards was walking his dog, Boris, who foun…
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  • Fashion students revamp wedding dresses

    Thirteen fashion students are hoping to bring a little eco-chic to some wedding days as they set about reworking a selection of old bridal dresses. According to the Canadian Press, the student designers will be sprucing up old wedding gowns supplied by the Windfall Clothing Service, which collects new clothing for those living in poverty. The creations will then be judged by designers including…
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  • Brides 'look to Hollywood for dress ideas'

    The obsession with celebrities which many women are perceived to harbour means that some are now looking to Hollywood when it comes to finding the perfect wedding dress, it has been claimed. Speaking to Beaumont Enterprise, Amanda Sheronas, director of public relations with Florida and Fort Washington, Alfred Angelo Bridal said that brides are becoming savvier and more comfortable with their bod…
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  • Bride cries tears of joy at wedding present

    A man recently reduced a bride and her guests to tears with his wedding present to her, although luckily they were tears of happiness. Hugh Nicholson, a Scottish musician and songwriter, composed a romantic ballad called My Guiding Star for the wedding of his long-term friend Tom O'Hare and his fiancee Emma Sykes, East Kilbride News reports. Mr O'Hare, a Glasgow film producer who has his own co…
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  • Get 'peace of mind' with wedding insurance

    A newspaper has advised couples that taking out wedding insurance should be one of the first things they consider when they start planning their big day. The Journal states that tying the knot can be a stressful event putting wedding insurance in place can give couples extra peace of mind and a little less to worry about. "If disaster should strike, it would be really handy to know that al…
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  • Save money on catering with fewer guests, expert advises

    Food and drink can often be two of the most expensive things a bride and groom have to pay for when planning their wedding, one expert has claimed. According to Catherine Lash, owner and creative director of The Wedding Company, any couples on a tight budget should consider downsizing their guest list by 50 people, the Canadian Press reports. By doing this they can save themselves a large amoun…
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  • Wedding show has "all the answers"

    Anyone searching for wedding tips and advice should look no further than the Dunadry Hotel wedding show. With 25 different exhibitors offering advice, discounts and special offers, this could be the perfect event for couples planning their big day, the Ballymoney and Moyle Times reports. If this wasn't enough, there will also be a wedding show held at the Armagh City Hotel at the beginning of F…
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  • Couple plans whirlwind wedding in nine days

    It can often take years for couples to plan their perfect wedding day, however this was not the case for one bride and groom from Liverpool. Jenny Gannon, nee, Westcott, and husband Daniel, who live in Allerton, arranged their celebration in just 10 days, the Biggleswade Chronicle reports. The couple decided to get married on New Year's Eve as they celebrated the ninth anniversary of their enga…
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  • Taxi driver returns missing wedding presents

    One lucky couple who accidentally left their wedding gifts in the back of a New York taxi have been reunited with their presents. A collection of cheques, cards and other special keepsakes were lost by Christine Herrick and David Fitzhenry on Sunday, prompting a frantic search. The newlyweds then flew out to Mexico on their honeymoon, thinking the precious gifts had been lost forever. However,…
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  • GMTV expert to host wedding show

    The annual Wedding Fair taking place at the Lakeside Shopping Centre is to be hosted by an industry expert from GMTV this year. Siobhan Craven-Robins is currently the wedding guru on the morning television show and she will be offering advice on how to keep the costs of a wedding down. According to easier.com, entry to the wedding fair is free and it has everything a bride could need to help he…
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  • Couple to say "I do" live on MySpace

    A new reality TV series could see one couple say their vows in front of millions of people as their wedding is streamed live on MySpace. The new programme, Get Married on MySpace, is being created by Endemol and the ceremony will be planned by users of the social networking site. They will choose every detail of the big day, including the bride's dress, the wedding venue and even the rings exch…
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  • Weddings help craft shop sales soar

    Weddings have proven to be the saviour for some craft shops when it comes to surviving the economic downturn. According to the Scotsman, a rise in the number of people choosing to make their own wedding invitations is helping to drive business for craft shops in Edinburgh. Daintree Paper, which was set up to provide materials and advice to couples making their own invites, saw its sales rise by…
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  • Wedding planner discusses real-life Bridezillas

    The release of new film Bride Wars sees its stars, Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway, turn into Bridezillas as they fight for the perfect big day. However, one wedding planner has revealed to the Ledger-Enquirer, that in real life, brides are usually far better behaved. Lynda Johnson, wedding and event consultant for The Garrett-Bullock House, says that having the help of a professional can often h…
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  • Book early for a lovely wedding venue

    Finding the perfect wedding venue can be one of the most important decisions when it comes to planning the perfect celebration, it has been claimed. According to the Journal, the location of both the wedding ceremony and the reception can help to set the tone for the entire event. It can also have an impact on the flower arrangements, centre pieces, music, menu and invitations. The publication…
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  • Edinburgh's largest wedding event comes to town

    Edinburgh's largest event for any brides-to-be will soon be rolling into town, which is sure to delight all those planning a wedding north of the border. According to East Kilbride News, the Scottish Wedding Show will take place at Ingliston in the country's capital on February 7th and 8th. Over 200 wedding companies in Scotland will be present at the show, armed with everything brides need to …
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  • Sheffield church to hold alternative wedding fayre

    Weddings are known to be costly affairs that are often time-consuming and stressful to organise. Therefore one wedding show may be of help to people who are feeling the strain, either financially or emotionally. An alternative wedding fayre is being held at St Polycarp's church in Sheffield on Valentine's Day, the Sheffield Telegraph reports. It is promoting the message that "you don't ne…
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  • Kate Moss sparks wedding rumours with ring

    Kate Moss has sparked rumours that she may be getting married after being seen out and about with a large ring on her wedding finger. The supermodel, who is currently dating Kills guitarist Jamie Hince, was spotted with the diamond after leaving Millers Academy of Art and Science at 11:30pm earlier this week. However, during lunch at the Japanese restaurant Inaho in Notting Hill earlier in the …
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  • Celebrate the ethical way at the Eco Chic wedding show

    A wedding show is being held for brides and grooms who want to enjoy their big day without polluting the planet. The Eco Chic Wedding and Home Show will be held at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Sunday March 8th for anyone who wants to celebrate the environmentally friendly way. Everything couples need, including dresses, accessories, flowers, gifts, cakes and even honeymoon destinations w…
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  • BHS kits out brides on a budget

    Brides on a budget may be pleased to hear about a wedding outfit being sold for the purse-friendly sum of £100. Highstreet chain BHS is offering women a white strapless top, A-line skirt and a pair of shoes for their big day at a price which is sure to have people smiling. Their bridesmaids can also be kitted out in a skirt and bodice for the ceremony for around £85. Bryony Toogood, …
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  • Wedding show provides 'everything lucky Liverpool brides need'

    Brides in the north-west may soon have something to smile about as the region's biggest wedding show rolls into town. The Confetti Show will be held at the Liverpool Convention Centre on the last weekend in January, Click Liverpool reports. Organisers claims that couples will find everything they need to help them plan their big day at the event, which is now in its seventh year. It lasts for …
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  • Rivervale Barn wedding venue nears completion

    Those looking to bring some eco-chic to their wedding day may be pleased to hear about one venue which is nearing completion. Rivervale Barn is a sustainable venue and it is being constructed by skilled craftsmen using traditional methods. The grounds and facilities of Mill Farm in Yateley are being converted to create this special barn while ensuring that the natural beauty and character of it…
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  • Isla Fisher is "really, really" going to get married

    Actress Isla Fisher has revealed that she won't be selling photographs of her wedding to any newspapers or glossy magazines. Speaking to Allure magazine, she claims that although she and partner Sacha Baron Cohen are yet to set a date for their big day, it will be a private affair attended only by friends and family. The celebrity, who used to be in Australian soap Home and Away, said that it w…
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  • Website encourages DIY wedding invites

    Creating their own wedding invitations can be a simple way for couples to save money when making arrangements for their big day, it has been claimed. According to Databazaar Blog, printing home-made invites is not just the territory of arty craft enthusiasts. The website claims that many companies now sell kits which include decorative cards and envelopes, meaning all that is required is the pr…
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  • Wedding photos 'may provide clues for church restoration'

    Wedding photos taken in a church in Denbighshire may provide the clues needed to help with restoration work, it has been reported. The south porch of Llandyrnog Church is due to be repaired this year, but restorers are unsure about the original appearance of its plaster details, the Evening Leader reports. Therefore any couples who were married there are being urged to look through their weddin…
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  • Couple choose Taco Bell for a stress-free wedding

    A fast food restaurant may not be many couples' venue of choice when it comes to deciding where to tie the knot However, Caragh Brooks, 21 and husband Paul, 30, from Normal in Illinois, chose their local Taco Bell Mexican restaurant as the place to say I do. It cost them $200 (£137) and employees decorated the restaurant with streamers and balloons for the ceremony. Caragh is originally f…
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  • Harrogate holds charity wedding fair

    A charity wedding fair will be held in Harrogate at the weekend, giving brides-to-be the chance to get all they need for their special day while helping out a good cause at the same time. The fair will take place in the Rooftops Function Suite at the Yorkshire Hotel in Harrogate in aid of St Michael's Hospice. According to Tony Collins, chief executive of the charity, all the fees paid by exhib…
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  • Fergie and Duhamel tie the knot

    Fergie, star of the Black Eyed Peas, has married her actor boyfriend Josh Duhamel at a star-studded ceremony in Malibu, California. The singer and actress had a strong supporting cast on her big day, with no fewer than ten bridesmaids by her side. Plus, there was no shortage of top showbiz names at the ceremony, with movie stars Kate Hudson, James Caan and Molly Sims all in attendance. After t…
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  • Wedding business 'defies the recession'

    The credit crunch is not stopping brides-to-be from spending money when it comes to arranging their wedding, it has emerged. According to the Edmonton Sun, many people in the wedding business say their trade has not been affected by the global economic downturn. At the 35th annual Bride Fair at the Shaw Conference Centre, every booth space available was sold to a vendor this year. Michelle Alv…
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  • Amazing Grace revealed as top wedding song

    Planning a wedding can be a difficult and lengthy process as there are lots of things to consider, right down to the very last detail. One decision which may not immediately spring to mind as being tricky could be the choice of song at the ceremony. However, it seems many people have the same opinion on this matter. According to the Press Association, Amazing Grace is the most popular choice f…
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  • Bride advertises for wedding guests

    A Ukrainian bride getting married in London is advertising for wedding guests because her family and friends cannot make the event. She has posted an online advert for "decent" guests and needs 30 people to attend the ceremony in her family's place. Although her partner has guests and her parents will be present, the woman even needs a bridesmaid to accompany her up the aisle. The br…
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  • Beyonce offered "crazy money" for wedding snaps

    Keen to keep her wedding ceremony a private affair, Beyonce has revealed that she was not tempted by the "crazy money" she was offered for photographs of her big day. The Bootylicious singer, 27, married fellow music star Jay-Z, 39, in New York in April 2008, according to Now magazine. However, she explained that she didn't want a dramatic wedding day as she wanted it to be a special …
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  • Fergie holds unconventional hen do

    Singer Fergie, who is to wed her partner Josh Duhamel on Saturday (January 10th), decided to break with tradition when it came to her hen do. Instead of celebrating her last days of freedom with her girlfriends, the Black Eyed Peas songstress, 33, and Duhamel, 36, decided to host a joint celebration. The couple invited 75 of their friends to the Dakota Lounge in Santa Monica, ensuring that any …
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  • 'Enchanted' dress tops movie wedding gown list

    The dress worn by Amy Adams in the film Enchanted has topped one website's list of the best wedding gowns on the silver screen. Boxwish states that the dress, which is a caricature of those worn in fairytale romance, has puffed sleeves, a hoop skirt and many layers of ruffles. "Everything about it is on a massive scale", the website adds. In second place came the Vivienne Westwood cr…
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  • Middlesbrough crest is icing on the wedding cake for one footie fan

    One Middlesbrough football club fan got the wedding cake of his dreams recently when he tied the knot on the tropical island of Bali. Sean Kiernan, 40, lives in Australia after spending much of his life in the north-east of England, Gazette Live reports. Therefore, to surprise him on their wedding day, his wife Melissa, 37, had the club's red lion crest iced on top of their wedding cake. She a…
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  • Cupid's arrow strikes at wedding show

    This weekend, one show ground is set to be transformed into a paradise for brides-to-be for a wedding event. The East of England Showground will play host to one of the regions biggest wedding shows, the Peterborough Evening Telegraph reports. Cupid's Wedding Show is full of ideas for couples planning a wedding and has over 90 different exhibitors. There will also be fashion shows, hair and be…
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  • New York spruces up new wedding venue

    People in the US may soon be flocking to New York to get married rather than seeking a glitzy venue in Las Vegas. Mayor Michael Bloomberg has given the marriage bureau at city hall a revamp in a bid to encourage more people to tie the knot there. The venue, which was previously old and tired-looking, now has more space to take photographs, video screens to monitor waiting times, a fresh lick of…
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  • Couple fight to rebuild fire-damaged wedding venue

    An American couple are being prevented from rebuilding their wedding venue because of a county zoning code, it has been reported. According to MSNBC, the Foundations Ballroom, owned by Erin and Marty Williams, was destroyed in a fire on December 17th last year. The couple first began as wedding photographers five years ago before deciding to build their own venue. Now a new zoning ordinance wh…
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  • Family celebrates another festive wedding

    It seems as though one family likes to make sure they have double the occasion to celebrate over the festive period as it has become a tradition for members to get married over Christmas. The Longridge and Ribble Valley News and Advertiser has reported on one family whose third generation in 60 years celebrated their big day during the holidays. Claire Smith, a schoolteacher, followed in the fo…
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  • Hollywood stars turn into Bridezillas for new film

    Hollywood stars Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway have been discussing all things marriage just as their new film Bride Wars is to be released. In it they play best friends Liv and Emma who turn into Bridezillas when they discover that they have booked their weddings on the same day at the Plaza Hotel in New York. Speaking to Canada.com, Hathaway revealed that she is not under any pressure to walk …
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  • Couple walk up the aisle for the 60th time

    A couple have walked up the aisle together for the 60th time as they celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary. Margaret and John Beauvoisin have renewed their vows every year since 1950 after marrying in 1948, taking their rings off to be blessed each time. The only year they have ever missed their vows was 1949 when Mr Beauvoisin was stationed in Bermuda with the Royal Navy. The couple's d…
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  • Fergie gets fit for her big day

    It seems as though even some of the music industry's biggest stars have to put in the effort to look perfect in the run up to their wedding day. Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie, 33, has been spotted out and about with her trainer as she tries to shape up for her upcoming wedding. It has been reported that she will marry her finace, Josh Duhamel, on January 10th. The singer recently gained 13lbs …
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  • Cake or creme brulee?

    More and more are couples are choosing to have an alternative to the traditional tiered wedding cake for their big day, it has been reported. According to the Daily Observer, pies, cheesecakes with sauces, fresh doughnuts and cupcakes in a variety of flavours and sizes are all becoming popular and beginning to take the place of the usual cake. Chicago wedding planner Marina Birch told the newsp…
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  • Rhianna fuels wedding rumours with ring

    Pop star Rhianna has fuelled rumours that she may be getting married to boyfriend Chris Brown after being spotted with a large diamond ring on her wedding finger. The Umbrella singer, 20, was seen with the glistening jewellery after performing with Brown at the O2 arena in London. She appeared wearing black fingerless gloves which clearly showed off the large ring on her left hand. According t…
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  • Wedding cake designer 'makes young and trendy treats'

    People have been advised to take their time when it comes to choosing their wedding cake. Speaking to the Peterborough Examiner, Alison Smith, a cake artist who has been in the industry for 20 years, said that brides and grooms should select a cake that reflects who they are. "Pick something that's unique, that's special for you," she said. Ms Smith also described how she has designe…
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  • Lucky Leicestershire couples offered free wedding prize

    Couples in Leicestershire are being given the chance to enter a competition to win a free wedding ceremony. The BBC reports that the prize is being offered by the county council in a bid to show that getting hitched does not have to be too expensive an affair. Winners can receive either a free wedding or civil partnership at one of six registry offices across the county where a basic ceremony w…
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  • Britney Spears attends brother's New Year wedding

    Britney Spears saw in 2009 at a wedding, although this time it was not her own. The pop star attended the marriage of her brother Bryan Spears and his girlfriend Graciella Sanchez, along with the rest of the family, including younger sister Jamie Lynn. Britney also took her two young sons Jayden James and Sean Preston along for the big day. A source told People: "It was beautiful. It was …
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  • Couple win luxury wedding invitations

    The friends and family of one couple may soon be receiving some luxury invitations after the bride and groom-to-be won a competition. Ben Johnson and Jenni Haddock won a £15,000 Fantasy Wedding competition organised by the Southport Visitor. As part of their prize the lucky couple went to local business Amor Designs to choose the stationery for their big day. They were then able to come u…
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  • Couples advised 'book wedding venues early'

    Couples planning a wedding have been advised that choosing a location should be one of the first things they do to prepare for the big day. According to Post-Bulletin, the phrase "the earlier the better" applies as some venues will already be booked for dates in 2010. Summer Saturdays are usually the first days to go, followed by Autumn weekends and then Fridays. "I always tell …
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