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Every couple hopes for a magical experience on their big day but for a more literal touch, we've discovered a new spot in town: Simon Drake's House of Magic.
Located a just a mile from the Houses of Parliament, the property is a lavish spot which can play host to reception parties of up to 150. The wedding party can make their entrance through the Enchanted Garden - ideal for those wedding snapshots - into the red reception room, where Gothic style, warm red hues and open fireplaces are on display.
For those after a sense of drama, the speeches, dancing and entertainment can all take place in the theatre-style auditorium then, for a more relaxing time, guests can seek out the drawing room for a little time out.
For a bit of fun, couples can take their guests ghost-hunting in the basement. Plus, with fortune tellers and close-up magicians on hand to keep people entertained, it's ideal for those after a wonderfully quirky time on the big day.
For wedding package details visit www.houseofmagic.co.uk
Date Posted:
22 June 2010 |
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| Perfectly coordinated |
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Bridesmaids come in all shapes and sizes, so if you're searching for the perfect dresses you might want to take a peek at online wedding boutique, Styleshake.co.uk, to personally design the perfect gowns.
StyleShake allows you to choose matching dresses tailored to every kind of body shape, available in an array of colours and fabrics.
"It is a real dilemma for the bride to make a decision about which styles of dresses to choose for her bridesmaids on the day," says StyleShake CEO Iris Ben Davis. "She knows that her girlfriends all have different areas that they would like to reveal and conceal and unique tastes, but at the same time she has an aesthetic in mind and a mood she wants to capture. StyleShake's aim is to eliminate this pressure and make the process fun and exciting!"
The dresses are available in colours including orchid, wine, poppy and teal. And for wedding parties who order three or more dresses, they can benefit from a 10 per cent discount. Visit www.styleshake.co.uk to find out more.
Date Posted: 11 June 2010 |
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| Folding flats for brides |
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Are you searching for a gorgeous pair of shoes to wear on year big day, but don't want the discomfort that comes with heels? We may have the perfect solution for you - folding flats by Redfoot available from Highsocietybride.co.uk.
Ideal for your wedding where you'll be on your feet all day; simply whip them out of your bag, slip them on and hey presto - a fabulous footwear transformation for complete comfort.
Plus, they're great to take away on a hen night, on the honeymoon or as a lovely bridesmaid gift. the shoes come presented in a pink gift box and their own bag so that they can be kept safe and clean until needed. These little shoes are not just clever, they're gorgeous too - which saves you having to choose between style and comfort, allowing you the best of both worlds on the big day.
Find out more at www.highsocietybride.co.uk
Date Posted:
4 June 2010 |
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| Introducing...Brides at Work |
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Talk about bridal parties in unexpected places... We here at County Wedding Magazines are proud to be supporting the new Brides at Work campaign - a national day on 17th September when brides old and new from all over the country will be wearing their wedding dresses to work to raise money for Breakthrough Breast Cancer.
In association with The National Wedding Show, brides, bridesmaids, grooms and mother-of-the-brides everywhere are being urged wear their wedding finery and celebrate Brides at Work.
Even if you don't own a wedding dress, you can show your support in other ways. Why not have some fun and get the girls together to host an office bake sale in your tiaras?
It doesn't matter if you got married 20 years ago, or it's currently a work in progress, anyone can help raise money for the fight against breast cancer. For more information, or to register for a Brides at Work fundraising pack, visit www.breakthrough.org.uk/get_involved/raise_money/brides_at_work/
Date Posted: 6 May 2010 |
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| Pure eco chic! |
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Here at County Wedding Magazines, we love hearing about all the different eco-friendly wedding paraphanalia on the market - so we were delighted to read about the range of products from Shropshire Petals. The company's delicate petal confetti comes straight from its fields in Shropshire and includes a whole variety of colours and scents, all in environmentally friendly packaging.
To view the range, visit www.shropshirepetals.com
Date Posted:
30 April 2010 |
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| Whet your appetite |
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If you're already living in domestic bliss with your husband-to-be you may struggle for gift list ideas. So, why not leave practicalities aside and treat your tastebuds instead? The Wine Society has come up with an online wedding and gift list service that will allow you to raise a toast long after the big day. After all, "what could be more civilised than starting married life with a sizeable supply of good wine to drink?" asks The Wine Society's Louise Herring. With a wide range of tipples on offer from £4.75 to £250 there's sure to be something to suit every
guests' budget.
Visit www.thewinesociety.com/weddinggiftlist
Date Posted: 29 April 2010 |
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