Weddings
The business travellers guide to weddings
It is generally thought 26% brides now hire wedding planners for certain aspects of their wedding. But why? Surely organising a wedding isn’t difficult and with the support of family it can be planned easily? The fact of the matter is that weddings have become far more complex and stylish then in previous years, it…
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Congratulations you’re engaged! You’re on glad nine, your fiancée has declared his love and asked you to become his wife, you excitedly talk about the future and your wedding day. You dream about the dress, partying with your friends and of course becoming husband and wife. But, then the panic sets in. Just how do…
Read MoreAre you a bridezilla?
Recently I wrote an article for Bridal Soup on ways to avoid becoming a bridezilla, this is now on their blog. If you havent done so already visit Bridal Soup , its a great source of inspiration and information for brides.
Read MoreI’m loving – Beau Coup
I have a confession to make, I’m not a huge fan of wedding favours. I think sometimes they are a waste of money and rarely get taken home by the guests. BUT I do think the best favours are edible treats as invariably these are always appreciated by guests. Therefore I was delighted to discover…
Read MoreEtiquette Guide: Invitations
Knowing how to word your wedding stationery can be a minefield and the cause of many headaches. Traditionally the invitations were sent by the brides parents because they were the ones ‘hosting’ the event, today however it is normal for clients to pay for their own wedding or go halves with their parents. The wording…
Read MoreA patchwork romance
As you may well know, I love country living, I love fresh flowers & pretty florals so when I came across Francis Dee Stationery I was intrigued and when I saw the collaboration between Francis Dee & Fancy Nancy I was very excited! They have combined the vintage floral designs to create a patchwork cake…
Read MoreGlam rocks and purple frocks
Recently I came across a wonderful jewellery designer Jen Allen who owns Radiance Boutique . Her website is beautiful so do visit for a browse, not only can you see all the products available to buy you can see her design tips on her blog. I therefore thought it would be great to ask her thoughts…
Read MoreSo You Want to be a Planner?
When I launched my business in 2002 and the industry was still new with only a few celebrity planners around, friends were unsure how I could make money from ‘normal’ clients and why would someone hire a planner anyway?! How times have changed. It’s now very natural to hire a planner even if for partial…
Read MoreLove quotations
“True love is when you put someone on a pedestal, and they fall – but you are there to catch them.” Author Unknown
Read MoreGorgeous Ring Pillows
I have just discovered a wonderfully talented textile designer or rather she found me on twitter. Anna Whitford makes some beautiful products including these fabric ring cushions. I totally love the detail on them so had to share with you.
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