Salma Hayek's wedding to French businessman Francois-Henri Pinault was "beautiful", according to fellow Hollywood star Charlize Theron. Speaking to Us magazine, the 33-year-old actress also said that the bride looked "gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous". Charlize attended the event with her boyfriend Stuart Townsend and described how she has a close friendship with Salma. She cla…
It is likely that women may love the opportunity provided by a wedding to get dolled up in their favourite dress and jewels. However, it is probably a different story for men and as a result, one website has offered some handy hints about what would be suitable to wear to the event. According to Here Is The City, the invitation can often provide a clue as to what would be appropriate attire as …
As the credit crunch continues, brides-to-be may be able to bag themselves a wedding dress bargain in Staffordshire this weekend. Newlife Foundation for Disabled Children, based in Cannock, is holding a sale of the gorgeous gowns with prices starting from as little as £25 far cheaper than the £2,000 often spent on a dress. The whole wedding party could be kitted out at the sale…
One groom risked coming to a grizzly end at his wedding recently as he chose a bear to be his best man. Casey Anderson, 33, hand-reared Brutus, a 7 ft 8 ins grizzy bear, after he was born into captivity and was unable to be released back into the wild. Over the years Casey developed a strong bond with his furry company and, as such, decided it was only right that he should be involved in his ma…
Andy Roddick has spoken out about what it was like to have Sir Elton John sing at his wedding. The tennis ace, who tied the knot with Brooklyn Decker at his home in Texas earlier this month, wrote about the event on his blog. Describing the event he said: "Elton played at our reception and it was very, very surreal... it was beyond awesome of him to make the time for us and needless to say…
A couple were the lucky winners of a wedding competition after their families and friends cut out a staggering 1,200 coupons from the Clydebank Post. Gerry and Audrey Donachie won a £3,000 wedding reception courtesy of the news provider and Radnor Park Hotel and described the day as a "fairytale wedding". The couple claim that without the help of their friends furiously snipping …
One couple had a double reason to celebrate at the weekend, as not only did they complete the London marathon, but they tied the knot while doing so. Rachel Pitt and Garry Keates took time out from the 25-mile London race to go on a one kilometre detour and become the first couple to say their vows in a Christian ceremony during the event. Rachel, 37, wore a white dress teamed with some special…
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By cutting back on the number of sweet treats on offer at the reception, people could find that they are able to save themselves money on their big day. According to WHAS11.com, this is a top tip for thrifty couples as many often find that dessert gets abandoned by guests who are already full from a large meal and plenty of champagne. Another idea is to be a little shrewder with the centrepiece…
A special wedding fair is to be held in Luton this autumn for couples from ethnic background planning a wedding in the town. The Luton Wedding Fair will be held on Saturday 19th September on Guildford Street and is a one-day event for brides-to-be, married couples or anyone who envisions getting hitched in the future. It claims to be ideal both for those looking to hold a traditional English we…
Brides-to-be may have received some handy hints ahead of their big day if they attended the Oxford Mail Wedding Fayre and Bridal Fashion Show at the weekend. Held at the Spread Eagle Hotel in Cornmarket, Thame, there was an abundance of gorgeous gowns and fancy frocks on show as two fashion shows were held, the new provider reports. There was also an abundance of other wedding goodies with stal…
A Balenciaga wedding dress was the order of the day for Salma Hayek as she said her vows with Francois-Henri Pinault for the second time in a lavish ceremony, which took place at the weekend. The actress and her husband originally married in Paris on Valentine's Day in a low-key civil ceremony. However, their latest nuptials, which took place in Italy, were a far more opulent and extended acro…
Denise Van Outen and boyfriend Lee Mead have wed in a secret ceremony in the Seychelles. The couple jetted off to the Labriz Silhouette luxury resort and said their vows in full view of other guests before enjoying a boat ride. Denise wore a £3,000 strapless white gown with a simple 70s-style headband, while Lee wore a grey suit. Speaking to the Daily Mail, a source claimed that none of D…
Salma Hayek is planning a second wedding party which will take place in Italy. The actress and her super-rich husband Francois-Henri Pinault originally tied the knot in a low-key ceremony at the 6th Arrondisement City Hall in Paris on Valentine's Day this year. However, fellow actor Antonio Banderas has revealed that more celebrations are on the way this weekend. Speaking at a press conference…
It seems as though many couples are looking to get away from the gloomy British weather and soak up some sun when they tie the knot. Salt Beach at Kingscliff in northern New South Wales, Australia, is fast becoming one of the most popular wedding locations in the country. This may be because many couples are now becoming more adventurous with their wedding plans and deciding to break the mould …
A Jordan fan who decided to stage her own 'fairytale' ceremony has been named in Metro's top five weird and wacky weddings. This is because Carly O'Brien, 16, said her vows wearing a dress which weighed a record-breaking 25 stone. It included 30 layers of chiffon and an 18-metre train, both of which were decorated in 3,000 faux diamonds. Carly, who is a dress size four and 5 ft 3 in tall, had …
An eco-chic wedding could be the perfect way for couples to celebrate in style but without breaking the bank balance, it would seem. Speaking to the Times, Ria Lockie, founder of The Ethical Occasions Company, described how she managed to hold a three-day extravaganza for her nuptials at a cost of just over £10,000. Although this is still a significant amount of money, it is much less than…
A new website has been launched which may help to take some of the stress and worry out of organising a wedding. OneWed.com has just debuted its online Wedding Checklist which lists a plethora of tasks which need to be completed before the big day arrives. Personalised options are offered enabling couples to ensure that every detail is ticked off before they head down the aisle. OneWed.com exp…
Most brides spend hours choosing the ideal wedding dress, however, one woman spent more time in make-up than she did picking the perfect frock. Christine England, 40 and Keith Green, 44, had to spend three hours getting ready to walk down the aisle as they chose to dress up as characters from the animated Shrek films. The couple were covered in green paint and wore full costume to get married a…
It has been reported that Uma Thurman will be tying the knot this weekend. The Hollywood actress is rumoured to be exchanging vows with Arpad Busson, the Swiss millionaire to whom she became engaged last year. Sources claim that the 38-year-old Kill Bill star and her fiance, who have been together since 2007, are planning a low-key ceremony. If it takes place, this will be Uma's third marriage…
Any couples looking for something a little unusual at their wedding ceremony may find that one new product is the perfect option. The Wedding Robot, which is custom made by LittleIsland, is designed to be used in place of greeting parties on the big day. Costing the yen equivalent of around £1,380, the robot has a human-like appearance and is designed to resemble the person getting married…
US reality TV stars Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt are officially tying the knot after eloping in Mexico last year. It has been reported that the couple will wed this weekend at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Pasadena, California. However, it is unlikely that their Hills co-star Lauren Conrad will be in attendance to watch the pair say their vows. Speaking at the William S Paley Televi…
Although many couples may be looking to save some pennies when planning their big day, it has been claimed that it is still worth flashing the cash and hiring a wedding planner. Speaking to the London Free Press, licensed, non-denominational officiant Lori Siska, who is also a certified wedding planner, believes that having someone organise your nuptials is always a good investment. Although sh…
As the environment becomes an increasingly prominent issue around the world, more and more people are taking it into consideration when planning their weddings, it has been suggested. In the opinion of one industry expert, couples are often deciding not to have a textbook white wedding. Instead, Jennifer Neves of Occasions Event Planning states that people are going green whenever they can and …
A kind-hearted couple have decided to charge their guests to attend their wedding reception in order to raise money for charity. Dave Medlam and Sharon Llewellyn, from Pentrebane, Cardiff, are planning to raise money for Breast Cancer Care Cymru by turning their big day into a pink-themed charity event. As well as paying the entrance fee for the reception at Cardiff Bowls Club at Sophia Gardens…
Kelly Osbourne has denied rumours that she is to marry her fiance Luke Worrell in Las Vegas, saying it is too tacky. According to the Daily Mail, the star, who is daughter of Black Sabbath singer Ozzy Osbourne, has claimed that she wants to wed in the UK with her loved ones around her. The 24-year-old was DJing at the Mahiki Club in London when she made this statement and also says that she has…
Patsy Kensit has said "I do" for the fourth time. The actress tied the knot with DJ Jeremy Healy at a civil ceremony at One Whitehall Place in London's Royal Horseguards hotel at the weekend. After a romance back in the 1980s while Patsy was in a musical group called Eighth Wonder, the couple reignited their relationship in August 2007. Famous faces such as Simon and Yasmin Le Bon pl…
Though the recession in the UK is not stopping people from getting married, it does mean that they are sticking tightly to their budgets, it has been claimed. Speaking to the London Free Press, Teresa Ferreira of Ferreira Party and Wedding, claims that many brides are getting crafty and more hands-on when it comes to organising their big day in order to save money. She explains that she often d…
With so much invested in a couple's big day, the last thing the bride and groom need is a problem with their dream wedding cake. However, this does happen to some unfortunate couples, so Leslie Miller, author of a book on cakes and founder of CakeWreck.com Jen Yates spoke to Digital City about the worst case scenarios when it comes to the all-important confectionary. Ms Yates advised blushing …
A branch of Oxfam in Hamilton, Scotland, has announced that it will provide a boost for cash-strapped brides by selling a selection of wedding dresses in its storeroom. The shop has a selection of donated bridal gowns and will sell them for as little as £50, giving blushing brides the chance to contribute money to a good cause, recycle and save their pennies in one fell swoop, reports the …
It has been reported that Sir Elton John could perform at tennis ace Andy Roddick's wedding. The sportsman is to marry swimsuit model Brooklyn Decker this weekend and it seems as though the musical star could be singing at the ceremony. According to People magazine, Andy, 26, became friends with Sir Elton, 62, because of the charity work they are both involved in. A source commented: "He'…
Salma Hayek has denied that she is to be holding an extravagant second wedding celebration. The actress, 42, dismissed reports of a multi-million dollar ceremony and reception to take place in April, saying that the idea is "ridiculous". Salma tied the knot with Francois-Henri Pinault, a luxury goods chief executive in Paris on Valentine's Day this year. Speaking to People.com, the s…
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As her big day approaches, it seems wedding nerves are setting in for Patsy Kensit. The actress and former pop star has been married three times before, but it appears that she is no less susceptible to the proverbial butterflies. Kensit is set to tie the knot with DJ Jeremy Healy this weekend and a source close to the star has revealed the past few weeks have been "a nightmare". &qu…
A couple visiting the Croots Farm Shop and Kitchen in Derbyshire won a competition to name a Shire horse foal born recently on the farm. On the day of their golden wedding anniversary, Jane and Keith Yarnell visited the farm shop where Jane entered the competition to name the baby horse, which kicked its way into the world on March 29th. The winning name she chose was Golden Boy, in honour of…
British brides are increasingly hoping to make their big days even bigger by opting for breast implants ahead of the ceremony, according to one company. Cosmetic surgery provider SurgiCare has revealed that there has been a 75 per cent increase in breast operations within the last three months. According to the firm, 60 per cent of those being operated on were brides-to-be seeking an anterior …
A piece of wedding cake which is 138 years old and wrapped in antique parchment is being auctioned this week. However, it is no ordinary slice of stale cake, but a slab given to guests at the 1871 wedding of Princess Louise, the daughter of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. The rustic piece of confectionary is expected to fetch up to £145 at the Antiques for Everyone fair in Birmingham la…
Brides to be who are stuck in a rut trying to find the perfect dress have been advised to seek guidance from the catwalk. Wedding stylist Francesca Rowan told the Aberdeen Press and Journal that the world of fashion offers many pointers for those seeking the ideal look. Those looking for something traditional may find inspiration in the creations of Erdem, Caroline Charles and Giambattista Vall…
Swiss tennis ace Roger Federer has found his perfect partner for mixed doubles in his new wife Mirka. The 27-year-old, who is currently ranked the second best tennis player in the world, tied the knot with his long-term girlfriend at the weekend in the Swiss capital. On his website, Federer wrote: "Earlier today, in my hometown of Basel, surrounded by a small group of close friends and fam…
An astounding wedding dress made out of peacock feathers has been showcased in China. A total of 2,009 of the iconic feathers were used to create the dress, which will cost its buyer somewhere in the region of $1.5 million (£1 million). The peacock's feathers are only sported by the male of the species and give other animals the illusion of a larger, many-eyed creature. However, the new d…
It is likely that many married women splashed out on an expensive dress for their wedding day only to hang it in their wardrobe and never wear it again. However, one designer has decided that this should not be the case and has set up a business to redesign the fancy frocks. Mariouche Gagne established Harricana in 1994 and exports her creations to over 20 countries, Canada.com reports. The id…
Brides-to-be in London were treated last weekend when the Hilton Stansted Airport hotel played host to a wedding fayre. More than 70 lucky ladies enjoyed a day of dresses, make-up and other inspirational ideas from exhibitors eager to show their wares. Organised by the Saffron Walden Reporter, the highlight of the day was a bridal showcase put on by The White Boutique, a Bishop's Stortford-base…
One couple is proving that as the recession continues in the UK, the perfect wedding celebration does not have to cost a fortune. Nicola Blakey and Mike Gwaspari from Grimsby are set to tie the knot in June and have organised their entire day, plus the honeymoon, for less than £2,500. Some of the bargains include ten bridesmaids' dresses which cost a total of £219 and Nicola's wedding…
It seems as though the entertainment may already be arranged for Rachel Stevens as she plans her wedding to fiance Alex Bourne. Speaking at the Digital Spy Reality TV Awards, Vincent Simone, the former S Clubber's partner on BBC show Strictly Come Dancing, revealed that he has a special present for the wedding. He stated that he wants to dance on Rachel's big day and is arranging a meeting with…
The future of one country estate as a wedding venue could be under threat because of a mushroom. Sir Richard Fitzherbert has plans to erect a temporary structure in the gardens of Tissington Hall in Derbyshire so that weddings can he held there during the summer. However, he has been informed that a survey on his lawn could be required because it may be home to mycelium, a threatened type of la…
A couple who tied the knot recently decided upon a decidedly British mode of transport to take them to their ceremony. WA Today reports that Sara Doyle and John Mackenney, who married in Australia, used black London taxi cabs as wedding cars on their big day. After meeting at an R.E.M. concert in Hyde Park in the UK's capital, it seems as though the vehicles were a fitting addition to the cerem…
Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen reportedly wore a bespoke wedding gown created by internationally-renowned fashion designer John Galliano when she tied the knot recently. According to People magazine, the 28-year-old bride opted for a white silk satin dress, cut on the bias, with spaghetti straps and train for her second marriage ceremony to NFL player Tom Brady at the weekend. "The…
Newlywed Wayne Rooney is reportedly planning to give Manchester United teammate Rio Ferdinand's upcoming wedding a miss, due to the pair's ongoing differences. According to the latest showbiz gossip, the England footballer is expected to make a point of not attending Ferdinand's big day as he didn't show up to Rooney's Italian wedding to childhood sweetheart Coleen last June. A source close t…
American-born supermodel Jerry Hall has auctioned off her wedding dress to raise money for homeless charity Emmaus, it has been revealed. The 51-year-old mother-of-four sold the dress she wore to tie the knot with ex-husband, Rolling Stones rocker Mick Jagger, for the sum of £2,200 at Sotheby's in London, according to reports. Designed by Antony Price, the unique white wedding gown was f…
It is likely that for many brides, choosing their wedding dress is one of the most important decisions they will make when planning their big day. Although they can be a very costly item, one new provider has advised that people do not always need to fork out a fortune in order to look good. The Calgary Herald suggests that the internet can often be a good place to find discounts on brand name …
A couple who recently celebrated 60 years of marriage did so in style - with the full wedding party from their original celebration. Harold Thompson, 82 and his wife Joan, 80, were joined by the best man and all of the bridesmaids from their big day more than half a century ago, the Lancashire Telegraph reports. More than 40 family members also turned up at the Dunkenhalgh Hotel in Clayton-le-M…
It has been reported that Cheryl and Ashley Cole could be set to renew their wedding vows. According to the Sun, the X Factor judge and Girls Aloud star will jet off to Dubai with husband Ashley. The couple's marriage hit a rough patch after it emerged that Ashley may have cheated on Cheryl with a hairdresser. It is claimed by the newspaper that the footballer is keen to whisk his wife away fo…
Brides and grooms-to-be have been advised to take out wedding insurance for their big day due to the increasing number of small companies suffering because of the recession. Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that the current economic climate is forcing many firms, such as bridal boutiques and venues, to shut up shop. Therefore, taking out wedding insurance is advisable as it can protect couple…
It seems as though Miley Cyrus may have big ideas for her wedding day as she has been planning it since she was five years old, according to her mother. Speaking to Hollyscoop.com, the popstar and actress' mum Leticia revealed how Miley would look though magazines to gain inspiration. However, it would seem as though the sound of wedding bells will not be heard just yet, as Leticia believes tha…
Planning a wedding can be a tricky, time consuming and tiring business, so one group of students has decided to give couples a helping hand in arranging their nuptials. Tomorrow (April 4th) blushing brides to be are invited to a wedding fayre being held at Reaseheath College in Cheshire. The event has been organised by events management students at the Nantwich college and there will be 24 exhi…
Delta Goodrem has revealed that when she ties the knot with fiance Brian McFadden, it is likely that she will be wearing one of her own creations. According to the Herald Sun, the pop star is keen to design her own wedding dress for her big day. The groom-to-be, who was a member of Irish boy band Westlife, has previously hinted that they could be saying their vows in a Christmassy celebration a…
Man's best friend turned into the best man at the wedding of one couple in the US recently. Andy MacDonald held his wedding celebration at his cousin's house just outside Seattle and had 100 of his family and friends there to see him say "I do". Determined not to let his pet pooch Inge miss out on the nuptials, Mr MacDonald also got her involved in the ceremony as she had the honour o…
One women hoping to win her dream wedding has donned a white gown in a series of publicity stunts for a Runaway Bride competition. Organised by Radio Wyvern, the challenge sees two would-be-brides given £10, a mobile phone and a chaperone before being dropped off in the secret location. They then have to get as far away as possible in 24 hours, the Malvern Gazette reports. Hoping to win t…
Jennifer Hudson is planning to ensure she has a unique gown for her wedding by designing her own dress. The Dreamgirls star is set to marry fiance David Otunga after getting engaged last September. It will not be an ordinary affair, as the Oscar and Grammy award-winning actress and singer says that the couple are creative and want a unique ceremony. However, it seems as though her self-designe…
Fans of Sex and City or Vivienne Westwood may want to start saving for their wedding dress as they could be the owner of their own fairy-tale designer gown. According to Vogue, brides-to-be now have the opportunity to get a made-to-order version of the dress Sarah Jessica Parker's character Carrie Bradshaw wears in the film. However, they may wish to start placing orders quickly, as the gowns t…
One of the oldest couples in the UK have become the second pair to ever celebrate their 80th wedding anniversary. Walter Postings, known as Wally and wife Beatrice, known as Pete, are both 100 and married on 27th March 1929. The couple, from Burnhan in Somerset, celebrated by holding a special get-together at Tudor Lodge residential home, surrounded by friends and family. Mr Postings revealed …
Cameron Diaz has recently arrived in the UK and is reportedly eyeing up some wedding venues. It has been reported that the actress is set to marry her partner, Essex model Paul Sculfor and the pair are eyeing up country estates as potential locations for their big day. Cameron and Paul have been together for a year and the love birds currently live together in the Shrek star's LA mansion. Ther…
It may not have brought much luck for Carrie Bradshaw, but it seems as though the Vivienne Westwood wedding dress worn by Sarah Jessica Parker in the Sex and the City film is still a hit with fans. After appearing on Netaporter.com, the knee-length cocktail version of the iconic gown sold out in a matter of hours, despite the hefty price tag. Brides-to-be who are eager to get their hands on one…