Weddings
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GSP Events
GSP Events is a multi-award-winning wedding and events production agency, based in London and founded in 1997 by events pioneer Emma Gold.
By Country Life Published
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The rise of the intimate wedding
Many couples who tied the knot under Covid-19 restrictions have spoken glowingly about the experience of more intimate ceremonies, which look set to stay.
By Arabella Youens Published
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How to find the perfect 'mini-moon' and honeymoon combination
The trend for two honeymoons – a ‘mini moon’ and a big trip later on – is on the rise. Rosie Paterson rounds up the best destinations, whatever your newly-wed style.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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Cornwell Manor
Cornwell Manor is a beautiful Georgian manor house, set within its own village and 2000 acres of rolling Cotswold countryside in an AONB.
By Country Life Published
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Five genuinely unforgettable honeymoons from the travel experts who've doubled down on romance and glamour
No holiday you'll ever book is more important to get right than your honeymoon. Here, honeymoon experts Turquoise share some suggestions for holidays which you'll remember as much as the big day itself.
By Turquoise Holidays Published
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Fine Wine Direct
Fine Wine Direct offers a superb range of fine wines from all over the World
By Country Life Published
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Monumental Cakes
Bespoke and lovingly hand-crafted wedding and celebration cakes
By Country Life Published
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Amazingly Artificial Flowers
Bespoke flower bouquet and displays with a difference.
By Country Life Published
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Favourbrook
One of few independent formalwear retailers, Favourbrook’s unique offering of formalwear for men and women is rooted in tradition but by no means constrained by it.
By Country Life Published
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Crockett & Jones
Founded in 1879 in Northampton, at the heart of England's most famous shoemaking town, Crockett & Jones specialise in the manufacture of high quality Goodyear welted footwear.
By Country Life Published
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Lalage Beaumont
Lalage Beaumont’s collection of stunning dresses and sophisticated separates provides the perfect outfit for any occasion. Fitted seamlessly to the customer, the brand is proven to deliver a personal service that carefully tailors London-made clothing to each customer.
By Country Life Published
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Stewart Parvin
Stewart Parvin is one of the UK’s premier fashion and bridal designers, who in 2007 was granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen. He houses both bridal and womenswear boutiques at 9 Motcomb Street.
By Country Life Published
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How to choose wedding music: Band, DJ or something a little bit different?
So you’ve booked the marquee, sorted the caterer and got your guest list underway – now on to worrying about the photographer and invitations, perhaps? Recently-married Hetty Lintell says forget that and instead look towards arguably the most important piece of the wedding reception puzzle: the music.
By Hetty Lintell Published
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Wedding dos and don'ts: Nine tips to hold the perfect wedding reception
Hamish Shephard, founder of Bridebrook and owner of wedding venue Hedsor House, shares his expert tips how to ensure your wedding reception goes with a bang.
By Country Life Published
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Curious Questions: Why do brides throw their bouquets? And wear white? And wear something old, new, borrowed and blue?
Weddings are full of all manner of weird and wonderful traditions and superstitions – Annunciata Elwes gets to the bottom of some of the most famous.
By Annunciata Elwes Published
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10 honeymoon destinations for inspiration, adventure and waterfalls that make Niagara look like a dripping tap
There's nothing wrong with simply flopping on the beach in a tropical paradise, if that's what you want to do.
By Toby Keel Published
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The Utterly Inessential Wedding Shopping List: From beautiful bouquets to romantic getaways
As the excitement of last night begins to fade into memory, we hold dear in our hearts those who are about to embark on months and months of careful planning, menu tasting and reckless spending. Alexandra Fraser presents to you everything you (may or may not) need to get through the wedding planning season and your special day.
By Alexandra Fraser Published
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10 things you need to think about if you're planning a wedding at home
Georgie Evans, Web & Marketing Manager at The Wedding Present Co., shares her tips on having your wedding at home and what advice she gives to others looking to do the very same.
By Country Life Published
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The story of the Royal Wedding between HRH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, in 21 gorgeous photographs
On Saturday 19 May, HRH Prince Harry married Meghan Markle, with the happy couple now becoming the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Here is our selection of the best photographs from a wonderful and highly emotional ceremony.
By Country Life Published
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Anglo-American marriages: The special relationships
Prince Harry is not the first Englishman to lose his heart to an American girl. Clive Aslet charts the long-standing tradition of transatlantic marriages.
By Clive Aslet Published
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The five golden rules of wearing a hat to a wedding
If you've a wedding or two (or three) coming up this year, Emma Hughes steps forward with advice for an essential of a lady's wardrobe: the hat.
By Emma Hughes Published