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Stop there wedding stress!

Stop there wedding stress!


Alison Hargreaves Guides for Brides Bio
Alison Hargreaves Updated:
8th of March 2023

Getting married can be a real challenge - finding the perfect venue, cutting down an ever-growing guest list and hunting down that dream wedding dress. However, we're not only here to help you plan your wedding but we're here to help relieve your stress with some light-hearted entertainment. Just remember to breathe and smile...

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1. Stressed about the dress? 

Every little girl dreams about their wedding dress and now it's time for you to pick yours. However, if you're struggling to find one that you like then remember...

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2. Ring obsession?

You've just got engaged! You're allowed to be way too in love with that beautiful diamond ring. Just remember to watch where you're going...

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3. What did you say?

Although we can promise that your fiance is just as excited about the big day as you are, don't be offended when he doesn't remember anything you say about it!

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4. Choosing your bridesmaids.

This may seem like a stressful decision to make, but remember that these lucky ladies will be very important throughout every stage.

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5. You're NOT alone.

When the guest list gets a little too much, stop and remember that wedding planning was never meant to be easy and every other bride to be can relate to your stress.

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6. Missing food?

If the pre-wedding diet is getting a little too much, then just remember that when the wedding is over you can eat all the chocolate you like!

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7. Please take our wedding seriously! 

You're trying to plan a wedding and your fiance keeps suggesting a Star Wars, Game of Thrones or Football theme. Don't worry - that's normal...

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8. Worried about your vows? 

If you're keen to mix it up then add something personal or comical into your vows to lighten the ceremony mood. 

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9. Get excited about your honeymoon! 

A holiday is the perfect cure for stress. Plus, you can annoy all your Facebook friends with tons of "cocktails on the beach" photos...

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10. Pinterest saves the day!

And when all else fails and you get fed up of endless lists and excel spreadsheets, waste an hour on Pinterest - a therapeutic cure for any bride to be.

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Alison Hargreaves Guides for Brides Bio

About the author


Alison Hargreaves

Alison has been advising brides, grooms and bridesmaids for more than 25 years. She has an unrivalled knowledge of the British wedding industry and frequently appears on podcasts and expert panels. She regularly attends international wedding conferences to keep the UK at the forefront of wedding planning trends.

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