February 2009
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Denise Van Outen flashes diamond engagement ring
Denise Van Outen has been proudly showing off her ring in advance of her wedding to Lee Mead. The television star flashed the diamond sparkler, which features a square-cut rock, at the opening party of Barts bar in the Chelsea area of London. The couple met on BBC television programme Any Dream Will Do in 2007, which Lee went on to win, landing himself the lead role in Joseph And The Amazing Te… Continue reading: Denise Van Outen flashes diamond engagement ring » -
Couples may 'blast off' to tie the knot
When it comes to unusual or exotic wedding venues, it may be that that they cannot beat the plans of one bride and groom-to-be. A former Craigavon couple, who now live in Australia, has made enquires about tying the knot millions of miles away – in space, Portadown Times reports. They have popped the question to with the hope of being able to say I do when Richard Branson's latest venture,… Continue reading: Couples may 'blast off' to tie the knot » -
Wedding bells ring for Gisele
It has been reported that supermodel Gisele Bundchen has married her boyfriend, American football star Tom Brady. Wearing an ivory Dolce and Gabanna wedding dress, Gisele tied the knot with Tom in a ceremony which took place at the St Monica Catholic Church in Santa Monica, California. The dress worn 28-year-old Brazilian model featured a trumpet skirt with scalloped edges, a long train and a f… Continue reading: Wedding bells ring for Gisele » -
Students 'get creative' with wedding dresses for charity
A group of fashion textile students are aiming to raise money for the Big C cancer charity by reinventing old wedding dresses. According to the Advertiser 24, the pupils, who are studying at City College Norwich, transformed gowns they purchased from the Big C shop in the city into a range of new items including underwear and lace gloves. The creations will now go on display at The Forum, as pa… Continue reading: Students 'get creative' with wedding dresses for charity » -
Woman wins competition to marry 'after seven years of waiting'
One woman who waited seven years for her boyfriend to propose to her decided to take matter into her own hands after winning a radio competition. Carly Hammond, from Merstham, proposed to her boyfriend, Wes Parker, live on air after bagging a dream wedding prize on Radio Mercury. The bride had just one week to secretly organise her big day after the public voted her to win the Secret Bride comp… Continue reading: Woman wins competition to marry 'after seven years of waiting' » -
Jade Goody's wedding to be aired on Living TV
Terminally ill Jade Goody's wedding is to be televised on Living TV next month, it has been revealed. The channel has reportedly paid around £100,000 for the rights to show the event and will screen both the ceremony and the build up of Jade's marriage to Jack Tweed. Ii is thought that the former Big Brother contestant has earned around £1 million as a result of media deals surroundin… Continue reading: Jade Goody's wedding to be aired on Living TV » -
Internet wedding trends revealed
As the internet continues to become an increasingly prominent part of everyday life, it may be only natural the couples planning their big day are using it to their advantage. One of the most popular types of website are those which offer invitation services, iMediaConnection published comScore Media Metrix as saying. According to AiM, in 2005 newlyweds and those recently engaged were up to 79 … Continue reading: Internet wedding trends revealed » -
Oxfam 'kitting out brides in credit crunch chic'
As brides-to-be attempt to cut the costs of their wedding during the recession, it would seem as though charity shops are proving to be a popular option for many when it comes to finding the perfect dress. Marie Claire reports that sales of the white gowns in Oxfam shops have soared over the past six months. This is likely to be because brides can grab themselves a bargain, with dresses which u… Continue reading: Oxfam 'kitting out brides in credit crunch chic' » -
Sweden announces royal wedding
It has been announced by Sweden's Royal Court that Crown Princess Victoria is to marry her long-term boyfriend Daniel Westling. The 31-year-old princess and 35-year-old gym owner have been dating since 2002 and a statement reveals that the wedding is planned for mid 1020. Despite not coming from a royal or upper-class background, Mr Wrestling will assume the title of Prince Daniel, Duke of Vast… Continue reading: Sweden announces royal wedding » -
Forgetful bride 'leaves wedding dress at Travelodge'
One forgetful bride is likely to be mourning the loss of her wedding dress somewhere, as a beautiful white gown is just one of the items which Travelodge reports has been left in one of its establishments. The budget hotel chain revealed that a wedding dress was left hanging on the back of a door by a couple who spent their wedding night at the Hatfield Travelodge. Some of the other unusual ite… Continue reading: Forgetful bride 'leaves wedding dress at Travelodge' » -
Jennifer Ellison 'postpones wedding plans'
Jennifer Ellison has announced that she is putting her wedding plans on hold so that she can focus on other projects for the time being. The 25-year-old actress was originally hoping to tie the knot with her fiance, boxer Robbie Tickle, this year, Now magazine reports. However, she is so committed to opening a showbiz school for children in Liverpool that she has postponed her big day. Speakin… Continue reading: Jennifer Ellison 'postpones wedding plans' » -
Jessica Alba: The media ruined my wedding
Jessica Alba has blamed the media for ruining her wedding last year as they reported the event before she was able to inform her parents. The actress, 27, wed Cash Warren in a low-key ceremony at the Beverly Hills Courthouse in May just before she gave birth to their first child, Honor Marie. However, Jessica claims she was devastated when the news of her marriage leaked as it meant that her pa… Continue reading: Jessica Alba: The media ruined my wedding » -
Rugby club granted civil ceremony licence
When it comes to wedding venues it is likely that many couples will want a beautiful country house, a traditional church or perhaps somewhere abroad. However, any fans of Hull Kingston Rovers rugby club may be pleased to hear that the team's home ground, Craven Park Stadium, has now been awarded a civil ceremony licence. The three year licence means that couples can wed, renew their vows or rec… Continue reading: Rugby club granted civil ceremony licence » -
Wedding dresses are a 'big trend at the Oscars'
The Oscars is one of the most glamorous nights of the year for the film industry and the weekend's event was no exception when it came to amazing dresses. However, there seemed to be an abundance of elaborate white gowns gracing the red carpet last night, which is sure to spark plenty of interest among brides-to-be busy choosing their dresses. Stars such as Penelope Cruz, Sarah Jessica Parker a… Continue reading: Wedding dresses are a 'big trend at the Oscars' » -
Jade marries Jack in "heart-rending, happy ceremony"
Jade Goody has fulfilled her dream of having a fairytale wedding after marrying fiance Jack Tweed yesterday (Sunday 22nd February). The Big Brother star, who has cervical cancer and may only have weeks to live, tied the knot at Down Hall country house hotel in Essex. Her publicist Max Clifford said the bride looked "stunning" and that she was "exhausted but happy" following … Continue reading: Jade marries Jack in "heart-rending, happy ceremony" » -
Couple 'relocate, relocate' to start wedding venue business
One couple has turned to the world of television to help them realise their dream of running a successful wedding venue business. Hertfordshire pair Helen and Paul appeared on this week's episode of Relocation, Relocation for assistance with finding the perfect spot to establish their business from. Presenters Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer had a £1.4 million budget to help the couple, w… Continue reading: Couple 'relocate, relocate' to start wedding venue business » -
Top tips to save money on wedding photos
Wedding photos are likely to be one of the best ways for couples to look back on their big day with fondness while remembering the occasion in detail. However, they can often be a costly service so one website has offered tips on how those planning a wedding could save themselves a bit of cash. A Going Out Gurus blog, published on the Washington Post's website, suggests that negotiating hourly … Continue reading: Top tips to save money on wedding photos » -
Wedding dress robbers thwarted
The robbery of a wedding dress shop in Edinburgh was prevented when staff refused to hand over any money and told the criminals to leave, it has been reported. According to the BBC, a gang of four entered Hutchinson Terrace on Wednesday and demanded cash, with one of the suspects holding what turned out to be an imitation shotgun. However, the brave shopkeeper refused and ushered them from the … Continue reading: Wedding dress robbers thwarted » -
Girls Aloud 'desperate' to perform at Jade's wedding
Girls Aloud have announced that they are hoping to be able to sing at Jade Goody's wedding which is to take place this weekend. The pop stars, who won their first ever Brit award for best single at the ceremony last night, are reported to be Jade's favourite group and are desperate to perform for the reality TV star. Jade announced her wedding plans earlier this week after doctors informed her … Continue reading: Girls Aloud 'desperate' to perform at Jade's wedding » -
Wedding venue launches brand new website
Brides seeking the perfect venue for their big day may be interested to learn about a re-vamped website which could help to seal the deal. Gaynes Park Barns, in collaboration with Country House Wedding Venues, has unveiled its attractive new site to complement the venue itself. There are new features to help couples who are planning to tie the knot including a Wedding Ideas section, which showc… Continue reading: Wedding venue launches brand new website » -
Many brides 'stash wedding gifts'
Everyone knows that it is traditional to shower the happy couple with gifts on their wedding day. However, new research has discovered that many brides receive well-meaning presents and then simply put them in a cupboard never again to see the light of day. A survey conducted by Direct Line revealed that 24 per cent of women admit they have stashed away their wedding gifts. Many others have al… Continue reading: Many brides 'stash wedding gifts' » -
Cameron Diaz planning "big white wedding"
Cameron Diaz has reportedly got her heart set on a "big white wedding" in the English countryside. A source has claimed that the actress and her British model boyfriend Paul Sculfor have been looking at country estates with chapels in their quest to find the perfect wedding venue. Cameron, 36, has been dating Paul for nine months and the informer has stated that the couple want to set… Continue reading: Cameron Diaz planning "big white wedding" » -
Jade Goody filming wedding to raise money for sons
Following her wedding announcement Jade Goody has confirmed that she will let her big day be filmed. As a result, a frantic bidding war has ensued and Max Clifford, the Big Brother star's publicist, said the broadcast rights would be decided "within the next 24 hours". Jade, 27, was told by doctors last week that she has only weeks to live after it was discovered that her cervical can… Continue reading: Jade Goody filming wedding to raise money for sons » -
Roll up to a wedding in a Rolls-Royce
It is likely that brides will always want to arrive at their wedding in style and one way to do this could be by hiring a Rolls-Royce. The Landmark Wedding Fair, which is taking place at the Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe, will have a display of the classic cars so that brides can envision whether one would be perfect for their big day. As well as cars, the fair will have everything else needed… Continue reading: Roll up to a wedding in a Rolls-Royce » -
Wedding fair offers couples chance for a 'practice wedding'
Couples planning their wedding have now got the chance to have a test run to ensure that everything goes without a hitch when the big day arrives. The Granary hotel and restaurant in Shenstone, near Kiddeminster, is planning to hold mock wedding ceremonies in one of its licensed suites as part of a wedding fair this weekend. Real registrars will be in attendance and couples have the chance to d… Continue reading: Wedding fair offers couples chance for a 'practice wedding' » -
Salma Hayek says I do
Salma Hayek married her fiance, French businessman Francois-Henri Pinault, in a ceremony which took place on Valentine's Day. Cari Ross, the actress' publicist, confirmed the event took place in Paris but gave no further details of the wedding. Hayek, 42, and Pinault, 46, have had a rocky romance and called off their engagement in July 2008 before rekindling their relationship. They also have … Continue reading: Salma Hayek says I do » -
Jade Goody to marry by the end of the week
TV star Jade Goody is marrying her boyfriend Jack Tweed after being told by doctors she may only have eight weeks to live. The former Big Brother contestant, who has cervical cancer, is now planning to wed Jack at the end of the week, her publicist Max Clifford has confirmed. After leaving London's Royal Marsden Hospital in a wheelchair yesterday, Jade, 27, exchanged rings with Jack, 21, on the… Continue reading: Jade Goody to marry by the end of the week » -
Back-up weddings with a bad weather plan, newspaper advises
To ensure that the weather does not ruin a beautiful wedding, couples planning to marry outdoors should develop a bad weather wedding plan, one newspaper has reported. According to the Washington Post, it is a good idea to consider where and how the ceremony can be moved to if there is rain or extreme heat. Caterers, florists, musicians and any other key aspects of the wedding should be kept in… Continue reading: Back-up weddings with a bad weather plan, newspaper advises » -
Venues going 'eco-chic for weddings'
Many wedding venues are now considering adding some eco-chic to their ceremonies by sourcing environmentally friendly options for their guests, one expert believes. Kate Haines from Greenfinder and one of the organisers of the Eco Chic Wedding and Home Show 2009, states that some venues are beginning to consider sourcing vegetarian and local food for their menus. They are also thinking about th… Continue reading: Venues going 'eco-chic for weddings' » -
Mandy Moore planning 'sneaky' wedding
It would seem as though another wedding is on the cards in Hollywood as Mandy Moore has announced her engagement. The 24-year-old singer and actress confirmed that she is to wed her boyfriend, singer songwriter Ryan Adams, last week. However, it is likely that the ceremony will be quite low-key as she has admitted that she does not want a big, fussy do. Speaking to Los Angeles radio show Valen… Continue reading: Mandy Moore planning 'sneaky' wedding » -
Celebrities turn to black magic for their wedding day
Brides-to-be who are busily planning their big day may be interested to learn about some of the hottest trends in the world of celebrity weddings. Weddingchannel.com reports that one fashion craze currently sweeping through Hollywood is to replace the traditional white or cream bouquet of lilies with something much darker. Black magic roses have a much deeper colour than normal red roses with a… Continue reading: Celebrities turn to black magic for their wedding day » -
Beyonce: I never wanted a big wedding
Many women dream about their wedding from the day they are first able to look through magazines or see women in beautiful gowns. However, Beyonce has revealed that even when she was a little girl she never dreamed of having a big wedding. Speaking to Cosmopolitan magazine, the singer said that she thinks people often put too much emphasis on their wedding day. Instead, she believes that coupl… Continue reading: Beyonce: I never wanted a big wedding » -
Bassetts characters get up to 'allsorts' of fun at their wedding
To celebrate the 80th birthday of Bertie Bassett, the well-known character associated with Liquorice Allsorts, what could be the sweetest wedding ever has taken place. Bertie Bassett has tied the knot with Betty, who has been created as the face of Bassetts' new Red Liquorice Allsorts. The ceremony took place at the Bassett's factory in Sheffield and over 60 workers were given time off to join … Continue reading: Bassetts characters get up to 'allsorts' of fun at their wedding » -
Spa celebrates make-over by holding wedding fayre
A wedding fayre is to take place for all brides-to-be at a newly-refurbished spa. The Driffield Times reports that the event will be the first to be held at The Spa Bridlington since its multi-million pound make-over. A new north wing has been added to The Spa and since then the newspaper states that it has become an increasingly popular wedding venue. At the fayre there will be catwalk shows,… Continue reading: Spa celebrates make-over by holding wedding fayre » -
Kitchenhand rescues ring from the sea
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'Wedding day blues' for historical brides
It would appear that a white wedding may not be as traditional as people think – because the first wedding dresses were blue. Newly-discovered records have revealed that white weddings first began when Queen Victoria insisted on wearing the colour to marry Albert in 1840. Research by Ancestry.co.uk has also revealed that the first cakes, known as Bride Pie, were stuffed with meat or minces… Continue reading: 'Wedding day blues' for historical brides » -
Couples celebrate National Marriage Week in the UK
It is currently National Marriage week in the UK and this year the theme is Celebrating Commitment. Running from February 7th until February 14th, the event comes to an end, quite appropriately, on Valentine's Day. It is designed to celebrate and show the importance of being husband and wife. Speaking to Peterborough Today, Reverend Ron Watkinson, the vicar of St Paul's Church on Lincoln Road,… Continue reading: Couples celebrate National Marriage Week in the UK » -
Bride goes for eco-chic with cupcakes
Cupcakes are on the agenda for guests at one wedding as the bride-to-be is trying to make it into an eco-chic affair. According to the Indiana Daily Student, Sarabeth Drybred is planning to limit her guest list and use home grown flowers to keep her big day green and simple. Her guests will also be served small, individual cupcakes instead of the usual extravagant wedding dessert. Ms Drybred, … Continue reading: Bride goes for eco-chic with cupcakes » -
Couple says an icy "I do"
When it comes to unusual wedding locations, it is likely that not many get much colder than one church in Sweden. The country's Ice Church saw around 150 couples tie the knot under its icy ceiling this year, one of which was 27-year-old Charlotte Axelsson-Andersson. She said she and her new husband, Daniel Andersson, 32, "looked into a number of different options, like going to the West In… Continue reading: Couple says an icy "I do" » -
Recession making couples 're-think weddings'
Many couples are having to think twice about tying the knot because of the recession, according to a new survey. Think tank Civitas has conducted research which revealed that nearly 80 per cent of young British couples who live together want to get married. However, because of the increasing numbers of job losses across the country they say they would reconsider their wedding plans and delay th… Continue reading: Recession making couples 're-think weddings' » -
Bride-to-be cuts out alcohol to save for wedding
A bridesmaid has found a way to get in shape for her cousin's wedding and save up some money for her own big day all in one go. Lindsie Thornhill, 24, who works in Borders at Glasgow Fort, has decided to give up alcohol and take-away food in preparation for the two celebrations, the Daily Record reports. She has estimated that she will save herself between £150 and £200 a week, as wel… Continue reading: Bride-to-be cuts out alcohol to save for wedding » -
Olympian's wedding 'scarier than winning gold'
She may be a double Olympic gold medal winner, but that didn't stop Sarah Webb from getting wedding jitters on her big day. The athlete, who came first in the Yngling sailing class in Athens and Beijing, married Adam Gosling at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Mayfair, London. The 32-year-old was also awarded an OBE in this year's New Year Honours and won BBC cookery programme Ready S… Continue reading: Olympian's wedding 'scarier than winning gold' » -
Bride snips her way to the perfect wedding dress
One bride has saved herself some money and created a unique gown for her wedding – by making her dress out of paper. Sadie Shaffer, who teaches art at a school in the US, originally purchased bridal magazines to cut out images and get inspiration for her big day, the Times Record News reports. After the costs started to mount she had the ingenious idea of using the publications to create h… Continue reading: Bride snips her way to the perfect wedding dress » -
'Be flashy with food and drink' for a Valentine's wedding
Couples who are planning a Valentine's Day wedding have been advised that the food and drink they serve to guests could help to set the mood and create a celebration to remember. One way to do this is by giving guests a signature cocktail such as a pink sugar-rimmed cosmopolitan or a flute of champagne dotted with gold flakes, KTNV ABC reports. When it comes to food, indulgence is the key and d… Continue reading: 'Be flashy with food and drink' for a Valentine's wedding » -
Expert: There is no such thing as a wedding trend
Weddings are increasingly changing to reflect the more diverse nature of today's society, one industry expert has claimed. In the opinion of Yolande Adams from the Ottawa Wedding Show, the days of formal ceremonies with white dresses and traditional vows are now long gone. Instead, she claims that many couples are now getting married when they are older or have children. People are also choosi… Continue reading: Expert: There is no such thing as a wedding trend » -
Couple 'set sail to tie the knot'
For one couple, what started off as an office romance has now led to the wedding of their dreams aboard the HMS Trincomalee at Hartlepool Marina. Carrie Fisher and new husband Ben Edwards met when Carrie, 22, began working at the EDF call centre in Sunderland, the Hartlepool Mail reports. Ben, 25, had already been working at the firm for two years and they began dating when a friend-of-a-friend… Continue reading: Couple 'set sail to tie the knot' » -
Use local produce 'for an eco-chic celebration'
Using local produce is one of the easiest ways for couples who want an environmentally friendly wedding to go green, an expert has claimed. Speaking to TODAYshow.com, Miyrea Navarro, a New York Times staff writer and author of Green Wedding: Planning Your Eco-Friendly Celebration, said that using locally-produced food can help to cut down on carbon emissions. It also means that the couple is co… Continue reading: Use local produce 'for an eco-chic celebration' » -
'Jet off to Stockholm' for an unusual wedding
Couples looking for somewhere a bit different to say their vows may want to consider taking a trip to Stockholm's Arlanda airport. Brides and grooms are able to tie the knot in the air traffic control tower or on the wing of a jumbo jet, among other unusual locations around the hub. It seems as though the idea is becoming more popular as 523 couples got married at the airport last year, an incr… Continue reading: 'Jet off to Stockholm' for an unusual wedding » -
Couple swaps karaoke for 'marryoke' on wedding day
A bride from Dewsbury has turned her wedding day into a musical extravaganza in what is set to be the latest wedding craze – marryoke. Caroline Coates and her partner Andy starred in a music video of their big day as they mimed to the song That's How You Know from their favourite film Enchanted, the Yorkshire Evening Post reports. The Disney-loving couple's wedding guests, including parent… Continue reading: Couple swaps karaoke for 'marryoke' on wedding day » -
People turn to wedding planning 'to earn extra cash'
Becoming a wedding planner and helping other couples to organise their big day has been suggested as a way for people to earn themselves a bit of extra cash. The Wedding Planner School claims that many people are choosing to gain an extra qualification and boost their income with a second job arranging celebrations for those tying the knot. According to Female First, the demand for such servic… Continue reading: People turn to wedding planning 'to earn extra cash' » -
When it comes to the crunch, 'men want to marry'
It seems as though 2009 could be the year for weddings as more men may be looking to tie the knot, according to a recent article in the Times. Writing for the newspaper, Caitlin Moran has discussed how many of her male friends have declared their intentions of finding a wife over the next 12 months – which may be down to the credit crunch. "Men want someone they can share the mortgage… Continue reading: When it comes to the crunch, 'men want to marry' » -
Wedding expert offers three top budgeting tips
A wedding planner has offered couples three essential tips on how to avoid making costly mistakes when it comes to budgeting for their big day. Writing for the Philadelphia Marriage Examiner, Ann Keeler Evans says that this first error couples make is not to have a budget at all. She states that this can only lead to people running out of money halfway through their planning, meaning they are u… Continue reading: Wedding expert offers three top budgeting tips » -
Sam Janus: My wedding will be "less dramatic than Eastenders"
Eastenders star Samantha Janus has revealed what she hopes for when she ties the knot. The British actress, who plays Ronnie in the soap, confirmed she is to marry long-term boyfriend Mark Womack at a VIP screening of the new Disney film Bolt in London, Metro reports. Discussing her big day, she said she hoped it would be "a lot less dramatic" than anything that happens in Eastenders.… Continue reading: Sam Janus: My wedding will be "less dramatic than Eastenders" » -
Brides adding a baby bump to their wedding day
Sales of maternity bridal wear are increasing, suggesting that women are no longer afraid to show off their baby bumps on their big day. According to the Daily Mail, an estimated 20,000 British brides were pregnant when they tied the knot last year. This is in contrast to previous decades when it was seen as a taboo, especially if the bride wore white. Tiffany London, founder of Tiffany Rose, … Continue reading: Brides adding a baby bump to their wedding day »