For many of us, buying a wedding dress is like buying a house – you just know it’s ‘the one’!
Magazines are full of such beautiful designs, but until you actually see for yourself, you’ll be surprised that what you thought you would love, you may actually prefer something completely different. I found these little beauties from Cymbeline, called Fatima (left) and Feria (right), and you can view more details on their website. Please take a look as they are so stunning, we wouldn’t want you to miss out!
The 50s style wedding is becoming more and more popular. I’ve been to a couple of weddings where I’ve been completely inspired by the wonderful 50s theme. I simply had to post this silk chiffon dress I found, shown with French corded lace by Naomi Neoh, isn’t it beautiful!
www.naomineoh.com
Unfortunately we don’t offer table plans at the moment, however we can make the cards for you to create your own. Using an old suitcase and some vintage style lace it’s easy. Not only does it look effective it’s different and in keeping with the vintage touch! You could pick up an old suit case from a charity or junk shop or to make it a bit more sentimental ask a relative if they have one hidden away in their loft.
Photo from www.corsetsandcanapes.com
What a great, effective idea, this pink rainbow cake looks fab and of course totally delicious. You would never know until you cut the first slice that there is something a bit special inside. You can find the recipe on www.call-me-cupcake.blogspot.com. Some yummy extra layers for the cake lovers like myself, nom, nom!
Brian Downie is a French and English-speaking wedding photographer based in Paris, covering all of France and the U.K. – also prepared to travel further afield for work. Brian’s photography is exquisite. Another reason to book him is that he doesn’t charge by the hour, or have fixed time limits.
Check him out briandowniephotographer.com
This beautiful silk dress with embroidery beading is called Ginseng by Claire Pettibone, with its detachable train is absolutely stunning. This fabulous designer is often inspired by vintage fabrics and fashion history, she has found a way to meld her love of things past with a new perspective that results in the perfect dress for the bride to enchant her guests as she walks down the aisle.
www.clairepettibone.com
Filling your favour bags with bright, colourful macarons is a fab way to keep your costs down. They seem to be very popular these days and I can see why. Crispy on the outside and soft in the middle, these tasty little delights are a real winner.
Laduree is just one place you can purchase them, along with various other sweets and chocolates www.laduree.fr or alternatively you could make them yourself:
http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2007/10/how-to-make-macarons-recipe.html
I just LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this porcelain ” love bird” cake topper, so, so beautiful and a great finishing touch for your wedding cake. With their necks interlocking it’s a real statement and another great thing to keep in your little box of memories.
You can find these on www.notonthehighstreet.com
So much work goes into making our stationery, so when one of my brides sent me this I was absolutely thrilled. Our ‘Elegance’ range on one of her tables, in its full glory…perfect! Thanks Cassandra.
Its sometimes a nice idea to personalise your wedding favours. Why not try this simple, yet effective way of doing so with some beautiful rustic wooden tags.
They can be used for pretty much anything and would look great hanging from a simple bottle on your tables or wrapped around napkins for your guests.
Photography Emily Quinton
After walking down the local high street yesterday in Clifton, Bristol and I spotted thee most beautiful wedding dress in Phase Eight, £350.00 and it is absolutely gobsmacking. So much details and looks so expensive, I had to tell all my girlfriends that are getting married about it, really is a must see. I know its nice to spend money on the dress but you really don’t have to, there are so many dresses out there equally as nice at a fraction of the price (oh that rhymes) go, go, go and take a look!
www.phase-eight.co.uk
Its alway nice to find a local company you can recommend. Albert Palmer Photography is a Bristol based photographer who has a love of photographing people and capturing those special moments we all tend to forget. He has a great website where you can view other peoples weddings along with pricing and more details about Albert Palmer and the way he likes to work. There’s also a great 1920s themed wedding on the website for ideas and inspirations.
albertpalmerphotography.com
Sarah Kavanagh Bridal sets out to give you hand designed and hand crafted wedding jewellery for your special day. Offering 20% off all pieces, starts 15th July – 31st August, simply enter code SSUN20 when you checkout. Beautiful handmade wedding jewellery for you, your bridemaids and anyone else you feel like treating.
You just cannot beat a Martha Stewart wedding cake. Made to perfection, a real talking point, just beautiful. She has some great wedding ideas on her website www.marthastewart.com/
Why go for the traditional wedding cake when you can choose something a little more unique like this divided homemade cake. It not only looks delicious but it’s things litle this that will add to your vintage DIY wedding and something more personal to you, and of course a fraction of the price!
‘I Want Vintage’ is a unique website who gather the best vintage shops, suppliers and specialists from across the UK.
They source quirky, chic and unique vintage furniture and decor items for your home whenever you get the urge. Their website contains links for you to buy the products straight from the vintage shops, suppliers and specialists. It enables you to hire items for weddings, parties and any other bash your planning. Take a look at their website www.iwantvintage.co.uk
Another stunning dress by Lela Rose. Beautifully made with embellished fabrics to create these wonderful dresses. This dress above is part of Lela’s Spring 2010 wedding collection so hasn’t been around for long. If you want to view more of Lela’s work take a look at www.lelarose.com.
Vera Wang is an incredible fashion designer from New York. She used to be a magazine editor and competitive skater, but she’s obviously branched out since then! Now, since getting married, her company specialises in bridalwear. But she doesnt only do dresses and fashion, she also designs and sells exquisite tableware and other items that would make very elegant and generous gifts. This beautiful crockery set pictured above has a lovely modern-shaped jug but it’s all still quite vintage. The photography on her website is incredible as well, check it out here: www.verawangonweddings.com
Your wedding photographs may become your most treasured possession in the years after your special day, so it’s worth taking the time to get them right. But you don’t have to settle for the typical contrived wedding shots. There are so many talented contemporary photographers out there who might capture a unique angle, atmosphere, scene or poignant moment that the traditional approach may miss.
Shop around for local photographers and browse for specialists online where you can check out their portfolio, but we’d suggest going with someone who’s been recommended by a friend, if possible. In fact, for my own wedding we were lucky enough to get two photographers. so we could be sure we’d get all the shots we wanted!
The example image above is from Altmix Photography in the U.S.
I had a lovely surprise this Christmas when I received one of these driftwood hearts from my auntie and then found out that she made it herself. When I looked on the internet they’re actually very popular and pretty expensive. This equivalent is from www. bythesea.co.uk who supply some fabulous gifts and jewellery. You can also pick one of these up from Karen Millar – Devon Driftwood Designs Ltd. All great for that perfect wedding gift!
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The principle designer and founder of the company is Hayley Slater-Sparke. Working at the BBC for almost 10 years, Hayley has been on the production team for various TV programmes, including The Antiques Roadshow, Bargain Hunt, British Style Genius and DIY SOS.