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It’s wonderful for the wedding season that Spring has come so soon, however the temperamental English weather can be confusing when choosing what to wear that will keep you comfortable as well as looking beautiful at an event which spans both day and night. Whether you are the bride, member of the bridal party or a wedding guest, the travel wrap is the perfect accompaniment to your wedding outfit, keeping you cozy in the chilly church, and looking classy during the reception. The Travelwrap Company has recently introduced the most gorgeous range of luxury evening wraps in two new colours, which are perfect for keeping you looking smart throughout the event whatever the weather.

Liverpool brought us the Beatles and some of the best Premiership football in the world. Named the European Capital of Culture in 2008, Liverpool has become famous outside the two well-known facts above: one of the best cities for events in the world. It is definitely worth a visit, and what better way to explore the city than by shopping for your wedding Jewellery.

RSA House, the award-winning Central London venue, is delighted to welcome Olivia Parrott as its new wedding planner and private event sales and marketing executive.

Olivia joins with a wealth of experience having been in the CH&Co Group since 2016 where she initially began as an events assistant before becoming a venue consultant. Olivia recently won the ‘Hire Space Unsung Hero Award’ in recognition her outstanding work at ITA Venues and her ability to continually exceed expectations and go above and beyond for each and every client.

Mixing up some spirits is a great way to break the ice at your hen party, but you don’t need to book a pro to help you. We have these delicious recipes from top mixologist and owner of the Grey Bear bar company Lloyd Brown and Baboo Gelato. Why not practice them with your maid of honour ready to show the rest of the party at your hen do?

Make your own hen party drinks with these 2 top recipes​

Bride’s Bliss

An English version of a mojito, with the perfect marriage of strawberry and cucumber flavours…

Samantha Richards of pop-up gazebo event specialists Gazeboshop, shares her tips on how couples can ensure their outdoor wedding day lives up to their expectations, no matter the weather.

An outdoor wedding day should always be a day of joy and celebration. The nervous excitement of the parents-in-law, the chance to catch up with old friends and, of course, the joy of declaring your love in front of your nearest and dearest - all of these are reasons to look forward to your big day. And so you should - it’s your day!

Dr Shaza A. Sabbagh​, PhD in Design and Technology from UAL, London College of Fashion, Founder of shathalondon.com gives her expert advice on choosing jewellery for your wedding day.

Are you preparing for your big day? did you think about your jewellery? Despite the fact that jewellery are the only wearable pieces that remain after the celebration, jewellery seem to be neglected.

During 20 years’ in the catering business, there aren’t many catering wedding trends Cardiff-based Emma Jenkins hasn’t seen come and go - from on table carving, to bangers and mash and local food fads – but one that is increasing in popularity this year is pintxo.

Pintxos are basically mini tapas. Originating from Northern Spain, they are the perfect light bite bursting with flavours, which plays to strength of single quality ingredients.

An informal bite, pintxo are leading the way in the laid-back wedding world, where couples are keen for a less regimented wedding, with no sit-down meals and rigid table plans.

If you are reading this, then you are probably in the midst of trying to plan the perfect hen party, shifting through endless drinking games, cocktail recipes and messages about what you have planned. Just remember no hen party is complete without a colourful, playful tipple and Cranes Cranberry Gin is perfect for the job! This smooth and fruity, yet delightfully sharp Gin creates the perfect flirty cocktail for any stylish hen party, due to its deep red colour.

The Gin is made from premium cranberries and handcrafted in Cambridgeshire in small batches, by co-founders and identical twin brothers Ben and Dan Ritsema. Like all Cranes products, the Cranberry Gin is made from all-natural ingredients, with no added sugars or artificial flavours.

Brides and grooms can now say ‘I do’ to their own splendid wedding day gin blend, as proud proprietors of craft gin brand Portobello Road Gin and curators of ‘The Ginstitute’ Notting Hill, launch a bespoke wedding service. 

The Ginstitute’s artisan scholars will guide couples to create a perfect marriage of their favourite flavours and ingredients in the 180-minute* session that culminates in bride and groom making their own bespoke gin; adding quintessential British luxe to arrival aperitifs, blissful wedding breakfast beverages or late-night party libations.