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Veiled Wisdom? Outdated Wedding Advice for ‘Mature’ Brides

Grey haired mature bride in bespoke sequin dress with organza coat

With thanks to Millie Fuller for this guest article The average age women are getting married at is 35, yet a ‘mature bride’ is considered to bepast 40. It’s true, we may not be as soft, dewy – or however else the industry describes us –as we were when we were 18. But what we...

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Can my wedding dress be dyed?

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I get asked this question so often I thought it was time to write a few blogs to answer it properly; “Can my wedding dress be dyed another colour?”. The simple answer is Yes, but with risk and difficulty. If I explain the different processes below you can make an informed choice whether or not...

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Can I dye my wedding dress black?

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If knowing whether or not you can dye your wedding dress black (or any other colour) is a deciding factor please see my advice. Unfortunately dyeing an already made garment is very difficult. It’s not impossible but it is very risky and the chance of a ‘perfect’ result is low. I cover ways things can...

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How much does it cost to dye a wedding dress?

silk wedding dress with purple dye

and other useful dying facts… The cost of dying a wedding dress might be £300-£1000 (updated Jan 2023). Much depends on the style and fabrics of the dress in question, the end result required (a dipdye is a lot less work than dying the whole dress) and the skill and charges of the dye-person. A...

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Wedding Dress dyeing service in the UK

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I do not offer a wedding dress dyeing service in the uk or anywhere! I do have extensive knowledge of the dye process and as I often get asked if I can dye wedding dresses I have written a series of blog posts to help people decide about dyeing their gowns. Please see these other...

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How Many Flowers do I need for my Wedding?

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Guest post by Judith Keller: Planning a wedding is an exciting time, and it can also be overwhelming. One of the manythings that couples must consider when planning their special day is how to create theperfect floral design. The key question to ask yourself is: how many flowers do I need for mywedding? In this...

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Tips for Traveling with Your Wedding Dress

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Guest post by Katie Pierce: Destination Wedding?  Regardless of the distance, travelling with your wedding dress to a different location requires careful planning and extra TLC with your luggage. The dress must remain in tiptop shape before and after you arrive at your destination.  Luckily, there are several options and tips that you can try...

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What are the best wedding traditions?

short and slimline dresses are easier to pack for travelling

Guest post by Blake Miller:  ‘Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue’ is a wedding tradition that originated in Victorian England and is still practised today. Alongside this ritual, many Western brides also toss their bouquets over their shoulders on the big day to confirm which wedding guest is likely to get married next....

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Different types of live music to consider at your wedding

Guest post by Blake Miller: Your wedding is an exciting time. Whether you are going for a modern ceremony, a traditional style wedding, or creating a special theme just for your big day… your wedding should reflect you. With so much to think about, you might forget certain elements – such as the soundtrack to...

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Wedding Dress Trends 2020 for brides to be

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Some people think wedding dresses are timeless and don’t change as fast as other fashion, but this is not true at all. In all fashion cycles you get the fashion-forward styles, that are breaking new ground and bucking current convention.

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