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| Vintage on a budget |
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Can you imagine the smile on our faces when one of our all-time favourite bridal designers, The Vintage Wedding Dress Company, announced to us they were having a sale?
The store will be holding its trunk sale on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th February, 2010, at the luxurious five-star Sanderson Hotel in London's West End (by private appointment only). It gives all you beautiful brides out there the chance to get your hands on some amazing vintage dresses that haven't even entered the company's showroom yet. There will be 200 dresses to choose from, along with some gorgeous vintage accessories, jewellery, shoes and veils, and the company will also be showcasing its wonderful Decades Collection at a discounted price for the first time.
So for beautiful gowns and accessories - and some fabulous one-off pieces - book your one-hour appointment with the team now by visiting
www.thevintageweddingdresscompany.com
Date Posted:
4 February 2010 |
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| Destinations: The Holiday and Travel Show (London & Birmingham) |
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If you're looking for honeymoon ideas, the Destinations Show is the place to visit. With hundreds of travel companies exhibiting, there'll be plenty of places and experiences to fire the imagination - places near and far catering to the romantic, culture vultures, as well as the adventurous.
One of the highlights of the show is an opportunity to meet travel experts such as John Simpson, Kate Humble and Simon Reeve.
London: 4 -7 February 2010, Earl's Court, London
Birmingham: 5-7 March 2010, NEC, Birmingham
For more information, visit www.destinationsshow.com
Date Posted: 4 February 2010 |
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| Tea Time for Hens |
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If you're planning a hen party this month we've discovered a way to have a fabulous girlie get together and raise money for charity too. The Helen Rollason Cancer Charity has launched Tea for Helen, a month long campaign that will see women across the country pour tea and indulge in cupcakes whilst being sponsored for the pleasure.
Community relations manager Angela Lodge says: "The tea parties can be as big or small as you like. Whether you raise £10 or £100 every penny will really make a difference to someone living with cancer. Enjoy a cuppa and raise funds for us!" What better excuse for a brew?
To host a bridal tea party, register your chosen date with the Helen Rollason fundraising team and receive aTea for Helen pack. Contact 01245 514325 or e-mail angela.lodge@helenrollason.org.uk.
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22 January 2010 |
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| The Last Detail |
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If your big day's looming and you're searching for a fabulous finishing touch for the reception party, we've found just the thing: table gems from The Last Detail.
The sparkling gems are said to be a hit with brides after a glam touch and with black, pink and gold variations there's sure to be something to complement every colour scheme.
Founder Kaley Gardiner says: "For couples looking to create a glittering yet elegant style, we think these gems are ideal. The four different colours open up a range of style choices. The black and clear sparkling gems, for example, look divine at black tie parties and the pink and gold gems are the perfect finishing touch for a vintage chic look."
Cut in three different sizes, you can buy your perfect jewels for just £9.50 per pack. Visit www.thelastdetail.co.uk
Date Posted: 8 January 2010 |
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| Boutique celebrates first anniversary |
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To celebrate its first anniversary, Farnborough boutique Madeline Isaac-James is welcoming all brides-to-be to take part in week long celebrations. The bridal boutique opened in January 2008, creating relaxed surroundings in which to try on their range of beautiful gowns. From the 4th January until the 9th January all brides-to-be who visit the boutique (by appointment only) will be welcomed by the designer herself, treated to vintage champagne and canapés and get the chance to view and try on dresses from the new 2010 collections, created by designer Natalie Gladman.
For any brides-to-be who order their dream dress during the anniversary week, they will receive 10%* off the total price and receive a free veil** worth £69.99. They will also receive a limited edition goody bag, filled with useful wedding products.
To join the celebrations call 01252 377 725 to book your appointment. Madeline Issac-James is located at 20 Alexandra Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6DA, visit www.madelineisaacjames.com for more details.
*The 10% discount is only available on Madeline Isaac-James wedding dresses from the Farnborough boutique, and not available at any outlets who stock this brand.
**The free veil offer applies to the 54' Katie veil, this veil cannot be exchanged for a cash alternative or another product. Should the customer wish to purchase an alternative veil any different in cost is payable direct.
Date Posted:
23 December 2009 |
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| Say it with sparkle |
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If you're set to tie the knot in the festive season why not add a splash of sparkle to your bridal outfit? Harriet Wilde has created a magical pair of heels that won't fail to dazzle your guests: Dorothy Ruby Slippers. Not for the faint-hearted, the 10cm high heels are adorned with a gorgeous vintage bow and lashings of glam red glitter and would make a show stopping addition to 1950s-style knee-length gowns.
Alternatively, why not save them for the dance floor when the wedding breakfast is over? Check out more glittering creations, like Harriet's gold design Tallulah, which will look just fabulous with ivory and champagne gowns.
To see her dazzling designs for yourself visit www.harrietwilde.com
Date Posted: 18 December 2009 |
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