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10 top style tips to ensure the Groom looks his best on his big day.

Make Room for The Groom

10 top style tips to ensure the Groom looks his best on his big day.

May 13 2014


Believe it or not the inspiration for this post came to me on a recent spa visit.

So what time do we eat?

Believe it or not the inspiration for this post came to me on a recent spa visit.

Feb 19 2014


Never fear, “Fab Mel” Is here!

Suffering From Live Wedding Band Angst?

Never fear, “Fab Mel” Is here!

Aug 07 2013


For many brides one of the most important things to do in the early stages of their wedding planning is to find the perfect dress.

10 Top Tips - How to Find Your Perfect Wedding Dress

For many brides one of the most important things to do in the early stages of their wedding planning is to find the perfect dress.

Jul 10 2012


One of the traditional ‘expectations’ of the father of the bride is that he will make a speech on his daughter's wedding day. For many fathers this may seem like quite a daunting prospect.

Father of the Bride - Speech Tips

One of the traditional ‘expectations’ of the father of the bride is that he will make a speech on his daughter's wedding day. For many fathers this may seem like quite a daunting prospect.

Jun 16 2012


As you start to plan your wedding day you may be asking yourself, 'Should I hire a wedding planner?'

How can a Wedding Planner Help?

As you start to plan your wedding day you may be asking yourself, 'Should I hire a wedding planner?'

May 14 2012