June 2009
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Eastwood Park becomes setting for new wedding programme
It was lights, camera, action at Eastwood Park in Gloucestershire recently as the estate provided the backdrop for a new wedding television programme. The new series, called Four Weddings, will be aired for the first time on LIVING TV on Monday 6th July, Gazette reports. In the show, four couples will battle it out in an attempt to win the ultimate prize of a dream honeymoon. To do this they m… Continue reading: Eastwood Park becomes setting for new wedding programme » -
Rise of the beach wedding
More and more couples are deciding to soak up the sun and hit the beach to exchange their vows, according to one company. MyGatsby.com states that summer 2010 is going to the time for seaside weddings in sunny overseas locations. What is more, the firm can provide unique, themed invitations for the event which tie in with the natural colour schemes of the ocean and the sand. The products featu… Continue reading: Rise of the beach wedding » -
Couple becomes YouTube hit with wedding dance
It is a traditional part of the wedding reception for the bride and groom to take to the dancefloor for their first waltz as a married couple. However, although this is usually a slow sway to a classic song, one husband and wife decided to introduce their own dance routine and the video has now become a YouTube phenomenon. Brian and Katie married two years ago and the footage of their wedding d… Continue reading: Couple becomes YouTube hit with wedding dance » -
August 8th most popular wedding day in NI
The most popular day last year for people in Northern Ireland (NI) to get married was August 8th. Figures from the NI Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) reveal that there were 139 weddings on that Friday, compared to the average 100 marriages on a typical Saturday in the summer. Over 1,400 marriages took place in August last year. The number of marriages registered in the country during 200… Continue reading: August 8th most popular wedding day in NI » -
Italy 'popular wedding destination'
Short-haul destinations are becoming increasingly popular for people who want to get married abroad, a claim suggests. Countries such as Greece and Italy are proving their worth against some of the more traditional overseas destinations such as the Caribbean, Shona Swain, acting general manager of long haul and weddings for First Choice, says. The cost of the wedding may not only be brought dow… Continue reading: Italy 'popular wedding destination' » -
Unworn wedding dresses donated to charity shop
High street bridal designers and retailers have shown their generous side by donating dozens of new and unworn wedding gowns to a charity shop, a newspaper reports. Cancer Research UK on Friars Vennel in Dumfries has launched a charity bridal suite for women who may have to watch what they are spending if they find themselves a little strapped for cash during the credit crunch. The price of dr… Continue reading: Unworn wedding dresses donated to charity shop » -
Cracked cake left bride-to-be in despair
When one couple unwrapped their wedding cake just 24 hours before their big day, they were in for a shock. Newlywed Ann Hepples and her husband David tell the Epworth Bells that their wedding cake was cracked and could not be used for the ceremony. The couple discovered the "embarrassing cake" when staff at the hotel where they were to hold their reception took it out of its packaging… Continue reading: Cracked cake left bride-to-be in despair » -
Oscar de la Renta worn by Cole's bride
Chelsea and England football star Joe Cole has married personal trainer Carly Zucker in the chapel at London's Royal Hospital in Chelsea. The bride wore an Oscar de la Renta gown complete with floor-length veil and according to the Mirror, was treated to a show of her husband singing Oasis songs. Guests witnessed Cole belting out Roll With It, Champagne Supernova and Wonderwall. And it seems t… Continue reading: Oscar de la Renta worn by Cole's bride » -
Recession 'doesn't mean the end of weddings'
Many brides and grooms-to-be in the UK have changed their attitudes towards weddings because of the recession, but this does not mean they are halting their plans altogether, it has been claimed. Writing for the Telegraph, Maria Fitzpatrick reports that couples have generally accepted that they must look for ways to bring down the costs of their nuptials. To do this, they are eager to take on b… Continue reading: Recession 'doesn't mean the end of weddings' » -
Monastery wedding bells chime once again
For the first time in 20 years, wedding bells rang out from Gorton Monastery at the weekend. On Saturday, Emma Kelly and Daniel Karen, both from Salford, exchanged their vows at the venue, the Manchester Evening News reports. This is the first time in two decades that a wedding has taken place at the monastery after restoration work took place. The couple originally planned to wed in a Scottis… Continue reading: Monastery wedding bells chime once again » -
Top tips on making the perfect best man speech
Making a speech at the reception is likely to be a very daunting prospect for anyone involved in a wedding party. Therefore, any best man trembling in his boots at the thought may like to take note of some top tips offered by one business. Published on Living Lake Country, Generally Speaking Toastmasters club advises that getting plenty of practice and staying sober are two of the first things … Continue reading: Top tips on making the perfect best man speech » -
Top tips on wedding guest fashion
Everyone knows that the wedding dress can be one of the most important things any bride-to-be has to make a decision about. However, choosing the perfect outfit can also be a big decision for guests and as a result, seattlepi.com has offered some handy hints and tips. The website claims that the most important thing to remember is not to wear white to a wedding. This colour should be reserved f… Continue reading: Top tips on wedding guest fashion » -
Couples threaten to take action against Sheffield wedding firm
The importance of taking out wedding insurance has been highlighted by an incident involving a Sheffield-based firm that has left couples fuming. Dozens of brides and grooms-to-be are threatening to sue J&R Wedding Chair Covers after the poor service they received from the company – and in particular its boss Rebecca Lawson. Couples claim that although she initially seems professional … Continue reading: Couples threaten to take action against Sheffield wedding firm » -
Guests 'summoned' to medieval-themed wedding
One couple went back in time to the days of yore to celebrate their wedding day at the weekend. Mel Knight, 57, wed his partner of three years Wendy Nicholson in a ceremony that would not have looked out of place in the time of King Arthur. The couple, who married at Oakham Castle at the weekend, had a medieval-style ceremony and wore clothes of the era as they said their vows in front of a cou… Continue reading: Guests 'summoned' to medieval-themed wedding » -
Hartlepool hotel 'shows off its facilities' this weekend
Couples planning their nuptials near Hartlepool may be pleased to hear about one event taking place in the area this weekend. The Grand Hotel in Swainson Street is holding a wedding reception so people can have the chance to see the venue for themselves and the facilities it has to offer. It could prove to be a very enjoyable experience for guests, as they will have the opportunity to sample ch… Continue reading: Hartlepool hotel 'shows off its facilities' this weekend » -
Golfer scores a hole in 1 by organising wedding in 3 hours
Most people arranging a wedding expect it to be a costly and time-consuming affair. However, one man went against the odds and managed to organise his nuptials in just three hours. Writing about the event on his blog, David Howell, a 34-year-old golfer who has previously been ranked as number nine in the world, explains how he arranged his wedding to fiancee Emily Doughty, 30, in record time. … Continue reading: Golfer scores a hole in 1 by organising wedding in 3 hours » -
Have fun planning a wedding with new computer game
Buying flowers, choosing the perfect venue and picking a fairytale dress may be something that many brides-to-be have looked forward to for a long time. Now, even those who are not organising their big day can have a go at wedding planning thanks to a new computer game that has been launched. Dream Day Wedding: Viva Las Vegas is a hidden object game from Oberon Games that allows people to becom… Continue reading: Have fun planning a wedding with new computer game » -
More couples getting married abroad, study shows
Despite the ongoing recession in the UK, research has shown that many people are not being deterred from packing their suitcase and heading somewhere hot for their wedding. According to a study conducted by LV=, over the past 18 months 2.8 million Brits have attended a ceremony that took place abroad. Furthermore, by the end of this year, another 1.4 million people say the nuptials of their nea… Continue reading: More couples getting married abroad, study shows » -
Waitrose launches new designer wedding cake range
One supermarket has introduced a new range of designer wedding cakes to its shelves to entice brides-to-be doing their weekly shop. The collection of bespoke designs has been launched by cake baker Fiona Cairns and will be available in Waitrose stores. To ensure that no two couples have the same dessert on their big day, their will be three colour options available for the rose petal themed swe… Continue reading: Waitrose launches new designer wedding cake range » -
Pet pooches 'taking first prize at weddings'
As far as wedding trends go it may be one of the more unusual crazes, but this is not stopping couples from including their pets in their ceremonies. It has been claimed that although many people may find the idea of having their dog by their side as they walk down the aisle a little strange, it is proving to be rather popular. Many people often consider their pet to be part of family and it se… Continue reading: Pet pooches 'taking first prize at weddings' » -
Cash strapped wedding guests 'spending less on presents'
Couples may find their pile of wedding presents looks rather small if they tie the knot this year. This is because, according to new research, many people are planning to cut back on the amount of money they spend on gifts for their loved ones on their big day. A poll conducted by LV= revealed that 25 per cent of Brits claims they cannot afford to spend as much on a wedding present for friends … Continue reading: Cash strapped wedding guests 'spending less on presents' » -
Myleene Klass: A big white wedding is not for me
Myleene Klass has revealed that she has no intention of having a big white wedding when she ties the knot. The former Hear'Say singer and star of Marks and Spencer's advertising campaign has been engaged to Graham Quinn since March 2006. However, 31-year-old Myleene, who also presents TV show Ten Years Younger, told the Sun that her wedding plans are getting smaller and smaller and an extravaga… Continue reading: Myleene Klass: A big white wedding is not for me » -
Recession 'preventing people from attending weddings abroad'
The recession means that many people in the UK are in two minds about attending any weddings they are invited to, new research has revealed. A study carried out by LV= discovered that 61 per cent of people are unsure about whether or not to attend their loved ones' big day. In particular, weddings taking place in exotic locations were being shunned, with 31 per cent of respondents saying they w… Continue reading: Recession 'preventing people from attending weddings abroad' » -
Wedding bells ring for the final time at Cardiff venue
It is the end of an era for one wedding venue that has just hosted its final ceremony. Cardiff Register Office has seen people exchange vows under its roof for more than 40 years, but at the weekend, the final couple to say "I do" left the venue. The civil partnership of Anthony Sims and Daryl Hasell was the last to take place at the office in Park Place, Wales Online reports. Now, e… Continue reading: Wedding bells ring for the final time at Cardiff venue » -
Bride invites baby goats to her wedding day
One bride decided to break with tradition on her wedding day and introduce a few quirky changes to her nuptials at the weekend. Gillian Stone wed Robert Schifreen on Saturday and had two baby goats instead of bouquets for her young bridesmaids to lead down the aisle. The day started off at Freezeland Farm, Ninfield, before the ceremony, complete with its animal extras, took place at the Manor B… Continue reading: Bride invites baby goats to her wedding day » -
Buy wedding insurance 'before making any deposits'
Couples planning their nuptials are being encouraged to ensure their big day is perfect by taking out wedding insurance before they make any deposits. According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), such cover is an especially good idea given the current economic climate, but is also useful in case "mother nature decides to throw you a nasty wedding shower". Prior to purchasing any wed… Continue reading: Buy wedding insurance 'before making any deposits' » -
Wedding lists are 'a must'
Some people may find wedding lists slightly presumptuous, but one journalist believes that they are crucial if you are to receive gifts that you will actually appreciate. Anne Shooter wrote in the Guardian that guests should not be left to their own devices when it comes to buying gifts as they are unlikely to get it right. If all your friends are of a similar age to the bridal couple and know … Continue reading: Wedding lists are 'a must' » -
Wedding bells for Britney?
Britney Spears is reported to be engaged to be married for a third time. US celebrity magazine Star quotes a source as saying that Spears' agent and boyfriend Jason Trawick popped the question to her while they were on holiday in the Bahamas last month. And this time, the resurgent star wants the wedding to be a "fairytale" event. "He didn't exactly get down on one knee, but Bri… Continue reading: Wedding bells for Britney? » -
Wedding loans reach £113m in first quarter
The level of borrowing to pay for weddings reached £113 million during the first four months of this year, according to Sainsbury's Finance. Around 13,600 loans were taken out, with the collective value exceeding that during the same period last year by 43 per cent. An additional £82 million is thought to have been lent to partially pay for borrowers' big days. Conversely, the size o… Continue reading: Wedding loans reach £113m in first quarter » -
Claire Danes reveals wedding dress plans
Claire Danes has revealed she is doing what countless brides have done over the years and is turning to an old friend to help create her dream wedding dress. However, that friend is no slouch when it comes to threadwork - it's American fashion designer Narciso Rodriguez. Hollywood star Danes revealed to People magazine that Rodriguez - who accompanied her to the recent CFDA Fashion Awards - tha… Continue reading: Claire Danes reveals wedding dress plans » -
Weddings 'not affected by the recession'
The global economic downturn is not having a negative impact on weddings, a new study has suggested. According to a poll from the Associated Press, family and friends are not skimping on traditions such as attending weddings and bringing the happy couple presents, despite the economic downturn meaning people have less disposable income. In the survey of Americans, just three per cent said they'… Continue reading: Weddings 'not affected by the recession' » -
Suzanne gets her King
Former Hear'Say singer Suzanne Shaw has wed her DJ boyfriend Jason King in Dorset at the weekend. The Dancing on Ice winner tied the knot in a romantic seaside ceremony after dating for more than three years. The couple's wedding guests included a number of celebrities including some of Suzanne's former Hear'Say bandmates. When the pair got engaged last year, Suzanne revealed what a big step i… Continue reading: Suzanne gets her King » -
Owl steals show at football star's wedding
All eyes are usually on the happy couple on their big day, but that was not quite the case at Manchester United footballer Wes Brown's wedding. The England defender's wedding to Cumbrian Leanne Wassell had an unusual guest in the form of Ollie the barn owl. Rather than being an intruder on the big day, Ollie played an important part in the ceremony, swooping down to deliver the rings in a leath… Continue reading: Owl steals show at football star's wedding » -
Family muck in after wedding catering disaster
The tireless work of friends and family helped ensure that a seemingly ruined wedding in Scotland went according to plan. Only a late night shopping spree and the last-minute shift of would-be caterers made sure guests at the wedding of Stewart and Valerie Denholm did not go hungry, the Daily Record reports. The couple were let down at the 11th hour by their caterers, so the bride's parents mad… Continue reading: Family muck in after wedding catering disaster » -
Second outing for Camilla's wedding accessories
Camilla Parker Bowles knows how to make the most of her wedding accessories, it would seem. The wife of Prince Charles gave a second outing for the accessories she wore at her wedding four years ago when she attended the recent Order of the Garter ceremony, Hello! magazine reports. Wearing the same LK Bennett shoes and Philip Treacy hat that she had modeled at the civil ceremony, the Duchess o… Continue reading: Second outing for Camilla's wedding accessories » -
Elvis impersonators renew wedding vows
A pair of Elvis Presley fans have enjoyed a wedding ceremony that paid homage to their hero. Steve and Barbara Caprice renewed their vows near the beach of Porthcawl, South Wales, in a recreation of the wedding scene from the Blue Hawaii movie, which starred Elvis. Mr Caprice splits his time between his duties as a church minister and as an Elvis impersonator, roles which prepared him well for … Continue reading: Elvis impersonators renew wedding vows » -
Wedding bells for Boris Becker
Boris Becker finally met his match in Switzerland last week - when he tied the knot with his partner. The retired tennis ace - whose acrobatic playing style thrilled sports fans for years - wed model Sharlely 'Lilly' Kerssenberg in the alpine resort of Saint Moritz. Becker and Kerssenberg exchanged their vows against the breathtaking backdrop of the Alps, a fitting setting for a man whose caree… Continue reading: Wedding bells for Boris Becker » -
Coronation Street stars' wedding 'cloaked' in secrecy
The wedding of two Coronation Street stars took place at the weekend, with the event 'cloaked' in secrecy - literally. However, the cloaking was only applied to the bride and groom as they sought to keep their outfits away from the prying lenses of the paparazzi. Bride Lucy-Jo Hudson and groom Alan Halsall, who met four years ago on the show, braved the stifling summer sunshine when they draped… Continue reading: Coronation Street stars' wedding 'cloaked' in secrecy » -
Revving up for a dream wedding
Two fans of motorbike racing are preparing for their dream wedding at this year's Manx TT event. Liz Warden and lover Alan Head, both from Rugby, will tie the knot in a bike-themed ceremony at Douglas registry office, the BBC reports. The stag and hen nights will be held in the TT beer tent on the island's promenade and Liz will arrive in a red dress at the venue on the back of a bike ridden by… Continue reading: Revving up for a dream wedding » -
Budget bridal dress site launches
Wedding dresses are one of the biggest expenses involved when getting married, but one charity is hoping to ease the burden. Barnardo's has launched a new website, Bridesbyappointment.co.uk, aimed at credit-crunched brides-to-be, offering wedding dresses at prices up to 80 per cent cheaper than the recommended sale price. All the dresses are donated by anonymous benefactors and are unworn. The … Continue reading: Budget bridal dress site launches » -
Festival blow won't ruin wedding plans for couple
A couple who were planning on staging their wedding at the launch of a music festival have had their dream dashed after the location for the event was changed. However, Brett Crane and Rachel Holliday are not letting the disruption stop them and still intend to get married at their chosen venue. The pair were engaged at Bfestival at the Bower House in Eskdale last year and had planned to tie th… Continue reading: Festival blow won't ruin wedding plans for couple » -
Kate Hudson and Fergie 'compared wedding notes'
Film star Kate Hudson has given wedding tips to singer Fergie, it has been reported. Fergie - currently starring with the Bride Wars actress in musical film Nine - told USA Today that the pair has a series of chats ahead of her January wedding to Josh Duhamel. "I would be going over sketches of wedding dresses with Kate Hudson at one in the morning," she revealed. The singer's Black … Continue reading: Kate Hudson and Fergie 'compared wedding notes' » -
Distraught bride finds dry-cleaned wedding dress 'shrank'
A bride-to-be in Cheshire has had her wedding plans thrown into disarray as her dream dress shrank after being dry cleaned. Kelly Faulkner found her perfect gown on a shop rail and took it to be cleaned ahead of her big day on June 19th, the Warrington Guardian reports. However, the air hostess from Fairfield found that when she later tried on the dress, it wouldn't fit across her back and was … Continue reading: Distraught bride finds dry-cleaned wedding dress 'shrank' » -
Bride almost misses honeymoon after pulling Elvis moves
A bride in Devon almost missed her honeymoon after she was persuaded by an Elvis impersonator to join in with his performance at her reception, it has been reported. According to the South Devon Herald Express, property manager Clare Powlesland injured her knee doing the splits when she joined the singer onstage at Dartington Hall following her marriage to husband Stephen. She was forced to vis… Continue reading: Bride almost misses honeymoon after pulling Elvis moves » -
Welsh wedding dress 'stars in Hollywood film'
A dress designed by a Welsh woman has appeared in a Hollywood movie. Last Chance Harvey features a gown created by designer and retailer Stephanie Allin after it was spotted by costume designers in a shop window in London, the Western Mail reports. The dress is worn by the on-screen daughter of Dustin Hoffman, who marries in England during a 20-minute scene and is played by Liana Balaban. Ms A… Continue reading: Welsh wedding dress 'stars in Hollywood film' » -
Lonely couples 'can rent family and friends' for their big day
Japanese couples worried about whether enough people will attend their weddings can now hire friends and family members for a day, it has been reported. According to Reuters, a company in Tokyo is renting out fake friends and family members from US$200 (£123) per day. Office Agents, the firm running the service, often supplies bogus bosses and colleagues for weddings, as it is tradition fo… Continue reading: Lonely couples 'can rent family and friends' for their big day » -
Lohan and Ronson to marry?
Rumours are circulating that Lindsay Lohan may be planning to marry DJ Samantha Ronson after she was spotted wearing a ring on her engagement finger in London. The Mean Girls actress was snapped wearing the jewellery as the two met up at Heathrow Airport to catch a flight to Los Angeles. Lohan, 22, is thought to have travelled to London in a bid to win back her ex-girlfriend and wrote on her Tw… Continue reading: Lohan and Ronson to marry? » -
Kensit 'wore thermals under wedding dress'
Actress Patsy Kensit has spoken of how she had to wear thermals underneath her wedding dress when filming a recent Holby City scene. In a plot turn that mirrors her own life - Kensit recently married DJ Jeremy Healy - her character Faye has tied the knot with lover Joseph, played by Luke Roberts. She told Wales On Sunday that snow was falling when the wedding was filmed in January, despite bein… Continue reading: Kensit 'wore thermals under wedding dress' » -
Angelina Jolie 'getting ready to marry Brad'
Angelina Jolie is preparing to marry her partner Brad Pitt, according to reports. Rumours are flying that Jolie has suggested the couple marry as a result of speculation in the press that their relationship is in trouble. It has been reported that Pitt is typically the one "who wants to talk marriage" and his "face lit up" at the Jolie's suggestion of nuptials. Between th… Continue reading: Angelina Jolie 'getting ready to marry Brad' » -
Ashton and Demi: Sing at our wedding anniversary, Susan
Singing sensation Susan Boyle has received an invitation from Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher to perform at their wedding anniversary, according to reports. An unnamed source told the Daily Mirror that the famous couple admire Boyle's "fantastically unique and kitsch" manner and have apparently made a £30,000 offer to the Scottish singer to perform at their anniversary party. Kutch… Continue reading: Ashton and Demi: Sing at our wedding anniversary, Susan » -
Wedding bells for Liverpool star Albert Riera
Albert Riera has become the second of Liverpool FC's Spanish stars to marry this summer. The left winger, who was brought in by manager Rafael Benitez this season, married his Russian girlfriend Yulia Koroleva at a ceremony in Siberia at the weekend. It follows the recent wedding of striker Fernando Torres to his childhood sweetheart Olalla Dominguez at a secret ceremony in El Escorial, just no… Continue reading: Wedding bells for Liverpool star Albert Riera » -
Couple plan zero-gravity wedding
While people preparing for their big day can claim to have fallen head over heels in love with their partner, one couple will have the chance to actually float upside down when they say "I do". Noah Fulmor and Erin Finnegan plan to exchange their vows on a plane that has been specially adapted and is able to perform a series of swoops to provide several minutes of weightlessness during… Continue reading: Couple plan zero-gravity wedding » -
"Be prepared", bridesmaids advised
The role of bridesmaid is more in-depth than many people might think, one industry expert has suggested. Speaking to the Canadian Press, Bee Kim, writer of the Wedding Bee blog, explained that ladies getting ready to help their friend on her big day should always "be prepared". As such, she recommended packing an emergency kit with things the bride might need over the course of her da… Continue reading: "Be prepared", bridesmaids advised » -
Luggage tags may be the perfect eco-chic wedding favour
Eco chic is still top of the agenda for many couples planning their big day and by putting some thought into their wedding favours, people can help the environment while giving their guests the perfect gift. One suitable present suggested by Trans World News is the Elegant Chrome Luggage Tag from CherishedGiftFavors.com. This small gift is functional, has an attractive appearance and also falls… Continue reading: Luggage tags may be the perfect eco-chic wedding favour » -
Couple say "pie do" on wedding day
One pie-lover got more than he bargained for on his wedding day as he and his wife were presented with a giant Melton Mowbray Pork Pie. Rob and Amy Eccles, who married at the Holy Trinity Church in Barrow-upon-Soar, cut up their giant snack and served it with the buffet as guests enjoyed the reception. Although the treat cost £75, best man Richard Perkins, who organised its delivery, told … Continue reading: Couple say "pie do" on wedding day » -
Mother and daughter have joint wedding ceremony
It seems that one mother and daughter were so keen to share in each other's wedding experiences that they got married on the same day at the same venue. Diane Robinson exchanged vows with her partner Keith Brierwood at Stafford Register Office yesterday. Minutes later she was followed up the aisle by her mother Susan Helps who said "I do" with her fiance George Wood, the Sentinel repo… Continue reading: Mother and daughter have joint wedding ceremony » -
Top tips on saying "I do" for less
Summer is when the wedding season peaks and although it may be the perfect time to exchange vows, it can also be the most expensive. As a result, brides and grooms-to-be have been offered tips by one news provider on how they can spend less but think big on their wedding day. The Telegraph notes that if people look carefully enough, they can often snap up deals on the internet for everything fr… Continue reading: Top tips on saying "I do" for less » -
Husky dogs get bride to the church on time
Busy mum Carrie Steel not only looks after her five children, but also five Siberian husky dogs. Therefore, when it came to her wedding day at the weekend, she decided that her pet pooches should be involved in proceedings and arrived at the church on a cart pulled by two of them. According to the Yorkshire Post, Ms Steel, who wed her partner of 11 years Damian Short, tucked in her wedding dres… Continue reading: Husky dogs get bride to the church on time » -
Bride sprinkles her fairy dust for her big day
A Banstead bride decided she wanted something a little different for her wedding day recently and used a touch of fairy dust to bring some enchantment to proceedings. Lady Rosemaris Chanie, 49, has always been fascinated by fairytales and decided that she wanted to add a little mystery and magic of her own as she exchanged her vows. The bride, who wed for the sixth time, had a pair of wings att… Continue reading: Bride sprinkles her fairy dust for her big day » -
Footballer weds on Romeo and Juliet balcony
The first wedding has taken place on the balcony in Verona that is thought to be the setting of the famous love scene in Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet. Football star Luca Ceccarelli, who plays for the Italian city, exchanged vows with his long-term girlfriend Irene Lamforti on the balcony Juliet is thought to have called to her love from. The location is part of the 13th century mansion o… Continue reading: Footballer weds on Romeo and Juliet balcony » -
Wedding venue 'still top priority for cash-conscious couples'
When it comes to saving money on a wedding and keeping costs low, it seems as though the venue is one thing couples are not willing to compromise on. A new survey conducted by theWeddingReport.com has revealed that 51.4 per cent of brides-to-be think the location of their wedding and reception is too important to scrimp and save on. Instead, accessories such as cakes and beauty treatments are s… Continue reading: Wedding venue 'still top priority for cash-conscious couples' » -
Sky-high weddings scrapped by easyJet
Plans by easyJet to offer sky-high weddings for couples have been scrapped after a local authority refused to give the idea the go-ahead. Luton borough council rejected the application for pilots to be authorised to officiate weddings as the law does not allow for civil partnerships or marriages to take place on an aircraft. The airline claims it has previously received requests from people int… Continue reading: Sky-high weddings scrapped by easyJet » -
Wedding guests 'splash out for the big day'
The cost of putting on a wedding is the subject of many a debate, but a new survey has shed light on what the supporting cast end up paying. According to Halifax, wedding guests can spend up to £624.10 on the wedding experience - from the stag or hen weekend to the big day itself. Guests will spend an average of £113.30 on clothes, £43.70 on drinks at the reception, £108.60 … Continue reading: Wedding guests 'splash out for the big day' »