Saturday 19 May 2012

One day wedding flower workshops - May 24th 2012

One day wedding flower workshops

  • MAY 24TH 2012, FROM 10:00 TO 16:00
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  • TRADESHOW
A delightful day, you will create stunning arrangements for your own or a friend's wedding or simply have an inspiring and relaxed time out.
Caroline will demonstrate a bouquet, buttonhole and table centre. You will make and take home your own bouquet and buttonhole.
We will also discuss the care and conditioning of flowers and any questions you might have concerning your wedding flower ideas.
£120 inclusive of a delicious lunch and all materials.

Event Details

Rough Acre, Staunton on Arrow, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR69HS

Wednesday 9 May 2012

Jimmy Choo Event At New Bond Street

Jimmy Choo Event At New Bond Street

  • MAY 10TH 2012, FROM 18:30 TO 20:30
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  • SAMPLE SALE
Jimmy Choo shoes are a favourite of the A-list, from London to LA. If you dream of walking down the aisle in a pair, book a ticket to one of our shopping evenings - exclusive to Brides readers - for 25 per cent off satin bridal shoes.
Enjoy a drinks reception at one of the Jimmy Choo London boutiques, with cupcakes by You Make A Cake and flowers by Black Gardenia. There will also be expert make-up consultations with Bobbi Brown and a demonstration of bridal hair by Andre Hohne.
Tickets cost £15 (maximum two per person; numbers are limited). To book call the number above.

Event Details

Jimmy Choo flagship store, 27 New Bond Street, London W1

Monday 23 April 2012

Caroline Castigliano Sample Sale - APRIL 24TH TO APRIL 28TH 2012

APRIL 24TH TO APRIL 28TH 2012
www.imperialinvites.com

This incredible sample sale includes over 100 ex-display, ex-catwalk, prototype and exhibition wedding gowns for you to take home at unbelievable prices. 

Places are limited!

To book your personal consultation and avoid disappointment
please call: 020 7636 8212.

We look forward to welcoming you to this amazing event. 
Location: Caroline Castigliano, 62 Berners St, London, W1T 3NN

Please note that as all dresses are samples, the sizes are predominantly high-street size 10 - 12.

Further samples available nationwide: All other CC Boutiques nationwide (as listed below) will be selling many of their ex-display samples during this one-week promotion. Don’t miss out - book your appointment today:

London Knightsbridge – 020 7993 9622
Bath - 01225 789 900
Edinburgh - 0131 558 3355
Guildford - 01483 449 994
Leeds - 0113 234 0990

Event Details

62 Berners Street, London, W1T 3NN

Monday 16 April 2012

Jasper Garvida Bridal Collection : Wedding Open Day

Jasper Garvida Bridal Collection Sales at The Bloomsbury Hotel Wedding Open Day

  • APRIL 21ST 2012, FROM 11:00 TO 16:00
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  • SAMPLE SALE
If you’re looking for a luxury wedding in central London, join The Doyle Collection on 20th and 21st April for The Bloomsbury Hotel Wedding Open Day, where you will see the brand new Jasper Garvida bridal collection on a catwalk and have the chance to try them on before anyone else. You will also receive 10% discount offer on any order of Jasper Garvida Bridal Collection.
The public Open Day from 11am to 4pm on Saturday 21st April. Guests will be treated to a complimentary glass of Prosecco on arrival, a mini manicure by VIVA Therapies, and the chance to design their own shoes with Upper Street.
Located moments away from Covent Garden, the stunning Bloomsbury Hotel will see its signature rooms dressed in full wedding mode, including The Library and Queen Mary Hall set up in ceremony style, The George V and Terrace set up in wedding reception style and The Chapel set up in intimate dinner style. The Landseer Bar and Restaurant, as well as a Studio Suite, will all be available to show.
Other suppliers to provide inspirational ideas at the event include Bonnie Blooms florists, Northfields linen and Just Bespoke wedding consultancy.
Complimentary entry so please RSVP to bloomsbury_weddings@doylecollection.com
For appointment of Jasper Garvida bridal fittings, please contact sales@jaspergarvida.com
www.jaspergarvida.com

Event Details

The Bloomsbury Hotel, 16-22 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3NN

Wednesday 11 April 2012

Bluecoat Liverpool Wedding Fair: April 15th 2012

  • APRIL 15TH 2012, FROM 11:00 TO 16:00
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  • WEDDING SHOW
Rosadorae Events are hosting a fabulous wedding fair to showcase the Bluecoat in all its glory as a new venue for weddings in Liverpool. The Wedding fair will bring together businesses from the Liverpool and Wirral areas under one roof to inspire happy couples planning their big day!
The fair will include exhibits from:
Pellaris Personal Trainers 
Bridal party fitness packages
Glitzy Bitz Venue dressing 
House of Colour
Bartendersfetish.com
Fleur Ashley Wedding Cakes 
Wedding World Photographer
Centerpice design and florists
Bellissima Brides 
Slaters Groom attire
and much more including a huge Wedding and occasion dress sample sale.

Event Details

Bluecoat Liverpool

Friday 6 April 2012

10% off all bridal Collection

Celebrate Easter with 10%


off all bridal


collections at Jenny Packham


Bridal Boutique


and Jenny Packham


Accessories Boudoir and


receive an exclusive seasonal


gift with every


purchase. 

See www.jennypackham.com for store


opening


times. N.B Jenny Packham Bridal Boutique is


by appointment only.



Make your appointment with the Jenny Packham Bridal Boutique, 75 Elizabeth Street

SW1W

9PJ,  by emailing bride@jennypackham.com or call 020 7730 2264; Accessories Boudoir at

34 Elizabeth Street SW1W 9NZ, 020 7730 4883. For more details visit www.jennypackham.com

Visit www.imperialinvites.com for wedding invitations

Tuesday 3 April 2012

Spring Wedding Fair : MARCH 4TH 2012, FROM 11:00 TO 15:00

Nonsuch Mansion Spring Wedding Fair
  • MARCH 4TH 2012, FROM 11:00 TO 15:00

  • TRADESHOW
Come and explore our stunning event spaces whilst gaining direct access to some of our most treasured suppliers from our celebrated “Little White Book”. Take in the beautiful setting, book a one-to-one consultation with our wedding planners and plan your perfect wedding with our handpicked selection of our favourite suppliers.
Bring your fiancé, your family and, more importantly, bring a camera, notebook and your imagination!
For your free ticket, email events@nonsuchmansion.com
Limted availability – tickets allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Event Details

Nonsuch Mansion, Nonsuch Park, Ewell Road, Cheam, Surrey, SM3 8AL

Wednesday 28 March 2012

Worlds FIRST ever Diamond Ring

Ladies get your man's credit cards out...


Stifle those squeals, ladies. Behold, the world’s first all diamond ring (above) from
Shawish valued at $68 million and weighing in at 150 carats. (Via Huffington Post)

Check out : http://www.imperialinvites.com for you wedding invitations

Monday 26 March 2012

The Roof Gardens Wedding Showcase : March 3rd

The Roof Gardens Wedding Showcase

  • MARCH 3RD 2012, FROM 12:00 TO 15:00

  • WEDDING SHOW
London’s beautiful rooftop venue, The Roof Gardens in Kensington, is excited to present its exceptional wedding services at an exclusive wedding showcase event in 2012.

Prospective couples can experience this stunning venue on Saturday 3rd March 2012 from 12pm to 3pm. Guests will be greeted with champagne and canapés on arrival, before exploring the unique venue and magical gardens.

A selection of some of London’s top wedding experts and suppliers will be on hand to discuss everything for that all important special day, from wedding cakes and flower arrangements to honeymoon destinations and entertainment. The Roof Gardens’ friendly events team will also be ready and waiting to advise on the wedding offers and options available for the summer and winter seasons ahead.

Event Details

The Roof Gardens, 99 Kensington High Street, W8 5SA

Tuesday 20 March 2012

Mayfair Wedding Showcase on 25.03.2012


  • MARCH 25TH 2012, FROM 11:00 TO 16:00

  • TRADESHOW
Avenue Restaurant is the perfect blend of elegance, extravagance and style. The venue is fully licensed to host the ceremony so you can enjoy your wedding day in one place. The Mayfair Wedding Showcase will be a wonderfully bespoke day where you will be able to get ideas and inspiration for everything from flowers and hen parties to the honeymoon and favours. There will be some well-known suppliers alongside some Mayfair classics with some offering tempting tasters and some incentives for early booking.
Free entry & free parking.
Complimentary champagne and goodie bags for all the brides.
Please RSVP for rachel.evans@danddlondon.com or call 020 7321 2111.



Event Details

Avenue Restaurant, 7-9 St James Street, SW1A 1EE

Monday 19 March 2012

FREE entry to Wedding Carnival : 24th March 2012


  • MARCH 24TH 2012, FROM 11:00 TO 16:00

Brought to you by All Wrapped Up Events it’s set to be a day full of fun, colour and inspiration!

Sponsored by

Salford City Stadium
Brides Up North
iLove Media Collective
Zankyou Online Wedding List

Being held at the Salford City Stadium you will not be dissapointed!

Come join us with our Elite Group of suppliers and many more for a day of fun and inspiration

Attending on the day will be a host of top class suppliers to the wedding industry

Bridal catwalk shows at 12pm and 2pm exhibitors include, Bridal Wear, Menswear, Cakes, Stationery, Hair and Make-up, Flowers , Chocolate Fountains, Candy Carts, Vintage Props, DJ’s, String Quartets, Dove release, Wedding bloggers, Gift lifts, honeymoons, Wedding Cars… and so much more!

Wednesday 14 March 2012

Honeymoon Ideas : Las Ventanas makes romance happen.


From a dinner by the sea to a movie for two on the beach, Las Ventanas makes romance happen.

Perched on the Baja California peninsula on the west coast of Mexico, the hotel has famous fans (Kate Beckinsale honeymooned here and Jennifer Aniston is a regular).

The decor is cool white and it has a stunning pool and shady dining areas.

The huge bedrooms all have a plunge pool. Pass the time in the nature-inspired spa, tequila-tasting bar or restaurant, or grab your hat and hire a convertible from the hotel to visit nearby Cabo San Lucas (touristy, but good for boat trips), or San José del Cabo.

WOW FACTOR: Whale-watching from beside the infinity pool while enjoying a complimentary fresh lime lolly.

GO: Elegant Resorts (elegantresorts.co.uk) offers seven nights in a Garden View junior suite from £2,765 per person. Includes flights to San José Del Cabo via Mexico City and transfers.

Tuesday 13 March 2012

Craft Central Gets Hitched Returns


Following last year's success, Craft Central Gets Hitched is back!

Set in Clerkenwell, London's design district, the wedding fair is unique and showcases unique handmade products to help brides-to-be tackle their wedmin lists.

MARCH CALENDAR: BRIDAL EVENTS

From classic wedding essentials, to the slightly more unusual, the wedding fair will feature: a selection of wedding dresses from Melanie Potro and Kate Edmondson; unique and exciting gifts; milliner to the stars Katherine Elizabeth and Bee Smith (pictured); stylish stationery and invites; decorations; florists and cakes from Chop's Cakes and Sweet Robot.

BROWSE THROUGH THOUSANDS OF WEDDING DRESSES

The wedding fair will take place over four days, starting with a special launch night celebration with canapés and drinks on 22 March, and running until 25 March. Admission is free.

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For more details visit www.craftcentral.org.uk; Craft Central Gets Hitched! 33-35 St John's Square, EC1M 4DS; 22 and 23 March, 4pm-8pm; 24 March, 11am-5pm; 25 March 12pm-4pm.

Monday 12 March 2012

Be a Confident Bride! by David Tutera

Be a Confident Bride!

David Tutera, star of WEtv's "My Fair Wedding," shows you how to stay self-assured and organized while planning for the big day.
By:
David Tutera

This is your day! How many times have you heard that phrase? Yet I’ve noticed that somehow when a girlfriend becomes a fiancé, she seems to lose all confidence in both the smallest and largest big-day decisions. And this is not a good place to find yourself when you’re in the midst of wedding planning.

Crowd Control
Everybody is going to have an opinion, whether helpful or not. Isn’t it amazing how everyone wants to weigh in? That’s why I always suggest my brides keep the size of their advice entourage to a minimum. This is my number-one rule. Too many voices can make you lose sight of your vision. This is your day. Think about what the phrase means, and make it your mantra. Here, some ways to stay focused.

Know Thyself
There are hundreds of truths you know for sure about yourself. Start by free-associating the things that bring you joy. What’s your favorite color? What are some of your favorite foods? As for me, I love the color blue, and I could eat desserts (anything sweet) every day from now until forever. Now it’s your turn—and your wedding: When you close your eyes, what do you see? Elegant touches like red roses and crystal? Or do you see yourself dancing under the stars to a bluegrass band in a field of wildflowers? What is your heart saying? Listen to it, trust it and know that every decision you’re making is not only the right one, but one that will give you one of the most beautiful and special days of your life.

Put it Down on Paper
Now that your creative bridal juices are flowing, write everything down, and start compiling a planning binder. As the process unfolds, you can start filing vendor contracts and timelines as well. Once you have your ideas, plans and inspiration in one place, you’ll discover that this organization has given you the luxury of feeling cool, calm and collected—literally! Bonus confidence-building points: having hard-copy notes, images and plans you can point to will go a long way toward keeping everyone else’s opinions to a minimum: You already know what you want, so others will be less likely to rush in with conflicting ideas.

A BFF With Benefits
Enlist a friend or bridesmaid to act as a buffer throughout the planning process. Let her be the one to keep you above the fray when it comes to navigating potential landmines such as dress shopping and catering decisions. Consider the same strategy for the big day itself, when you might need help smoothing out awkward situations: a guest whom you’d rather avoid; the mother-in-law who swoops in at inopportune moments.

Yes You Can
Trust your instincts. You automatically reach for the perfect accessories for that little black dress. Why should it be any different when it comes to the big white gown? Did you love your hair during your trial run? Not so much? Bring in a few more pictures of what you had in mind and try, try again. Your stylist wants you to feel amazing, so don’t settle until you feel like the princess you are. Be straightforward, stay organized and think positive thoughts. I always say a calm bride is a happy bride—and what is more beautiful than a happy, confident woman?

David's Rule Of Thumb: Surround yourself with a small group of positive people. Trust your gut and listen to your heart. They will never steer you wrong.

Friday 9 March 2012

FREE tickets for tomorrow's Luxury Wedding Show at the lovely Landmark London


The Landmark London in Marylebone is a magical setting for any city wedding. And this year it will also be hosting the Luxury Wedding Show, welcoming the finest suppliers of wedding essentials to help you plan your perfect day.

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We've teamed up with the five-star hotel to offer our readers free tickets to the Luxury Wedding Show, taking place this Saturday, and a special 20 per cent discount for afternoon tea!

The five star hotel has a number of lavish events rooms to complement an array of wedding requests, from intimate affairs to grand gatherings of up to 750 people. Plus, couples holding their receptions at The Landmark London can enjoy their first night stay in a luxury suite, complete with champagne and a traditional English breakfast the next morning, for free.

Aside from the beautiful event space and over 300 luxe bedrooms, the Landmark London is also home to The Winter Garden restaurant, with its soaring glass-roofed atrium, as well as the sophisticated twotwentytwo restaurant & bar, The Gazebo restaurant, and intimate cocktail bar The Mirror Bar.

Click here claim your free tickets, and email restaurants.reservation@thelandmark.co.uk with LANDMARKLWS in subject heading to get book your special afternoon tea discount, available until 31 March.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

The Landmark London will offer a special discount for afternoon tea to customers who email restaurants.reservation@thelandmark.co.uk with LANDMARKLWS in subject heading. Offer includes up to two complimentary tickets available per Brides reader. There is no cashalternative and the offer is non-transferable, cannot be extended and is subject to availability. The prize includes a 20% discount on all Afternoon Tea at The Landmark London for BridesMagazine.co.uk readers from Monday to Thursday until 31 March 2012 only. Readers can also receive two complimentary tickets, per BridesMagazine.co.uk reader, for the Luxury Wedding Show at The Landmark London on Saturday 10 March 2012. Prize is subject to availability and is non-transferable, no cash alternative.