The jacuzzi courtyard at Windsor's Wren's Club, one of the many Berkshire Spas we have reviewed for the new edition of the Berkshire Guide.
Marquee inspiration
Bright bold decorations can transform a marquee.
Who says marquee wedding receptions need to feature ivory drapes and white tablecloths?
This effective is not expensive to achieve; bright table cloths instead of plain white, and strings of single bulbs with cheap coloured paper light shades around instead of chandeliers. Striking flower arrangements complete the look.
This couple have shaved a huge chunk from their budget by dispensing with expensive flooring, wall linings and chair covers, yet the over all effect oozes style and extravagance.
Funny Wedding Videos
We loved these video clips, although they might make you think twice about having bridesmaids and pageboys.
Macaron Wedding Cakes
Hot on the heels of the trend for French Croquembouche at weddings, macaron pyramids are making an appearance at weddings this summer, particularly in London where specialist French bakeries are more accessible, although the chain bakeries are not always delivering the quality required for weddings.
Macaron Wedding Cakes are set to be the next big trend
The colourful macarons (pronounced macaroons in the UK) are sandwiched with a light filling and displayed on an inverted cone.
As macarons can be made in virtually any colour and flavour we can see these being a huge hit for anyone wanting to add a splash of colour to their reception, and vintage colours; mint green, cream, dusky rose and lavender, work particularly well.
As specialist wedding cake suppliers catch on to the trend we can see this being 2012′s “must have” celebrity wedding cake.
Punch and Judy Shows
Celebrate the 350th birthday of Mr Punch this year by including him in your wedding entertainment. Any entertainment agency will be happy to track down a local Punch and Judy show to come along and entertain any children at your reception with, Punch, Judy, Mr Policeman and of course the sausage eating crocodile.
Looking for something a bit more PC? Book a magician who can do close up magic during the drinks reception and then entertain the younger guests with a magic show later.
Topshop to launch bridal range from Richard Nicholl
Richard Nicholl
It has been announced that Topshop will launch its debut bridal range in June.
The details remain under wraps, but it is expected that the gowns will be made from sheer fabrics and loose feminine cuts. Topshop have recruited London-based designer Richard Nicoll to design the collection.
However it is hoped that the price points will be significantly lower than his own label!
An Olympic wedding
Have you planned your wedding between the 27th July and the 12th August this year?
If you have, why not embrace the Olympic spirit and bring it to your wedding.
You could incorporate the Olympic rings and colours into your table decorations or place cards, or how about naming each table after a famous athlete?
With five colours to choose from it could make for a very colourful celebration!
ITV Daybreak’s “Here Comes the Tide”
I enjoyed watching the TV coverage of Fraser and Kate’s wedding on Daybreak this morning, the first beach wedding in the UK. For anyone wanting to see what happens at a civil ceremony it will be a good clip to watch; despite the unique setting on Bournemouth beach – it showed exactly how a normal wedding ceremony runs.
Beach Weddings in England
For the first time in the UK, couples will be able to get married on the beach.
Of course it is going to rain tomorrow. ITV’s Daybreak have been running a competition to win a beach wedding on Friday 27th April 2012 live on air – the first wedding on the beach in the UK.
Television coverage will start at 6am, with the actual wedding ceremony taking place at 8am – so make sure you set your alarms and be sure to watch history in the making. Lets hope the bride has packed her wellies!
You can get married in any permanent structure licensed for civil ceremonies, and this is the first time that a beach hut has been a licensed. Although this weekend is set to be a bit of a damp start, we can see Bournemoutth beach being a popular destination for beach weddings in the UK.
On a wet Wedding Day…
Wedding Wellies
If your Wedding Day is looking like it might rain, then plan ahead! Don’t just consider your hair and dress getting wet, but what about your feet as well?
Not all brides have the luxury of being able to arrive on the doorstep of their church or venue, so why not make sure your feet remain dry with a pair of wedding wellies.
Perdita’s Wedding Shoes supply wedding wellies that are already decorated and some that even have a heel. But if you are a bit creative, why not buy a plain pair of wellies and decorate them yourself.
Not only is this a very practical option if the ground is wet, but what a great opportunity for some fun photos!