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Your essential hen party survival guide

Essential Hen Party Survival Guide infographic

Whether you’re throwing an unusual themed soiree or a traditional hen, a destination event or an arts and crafts hen party, there are numerous components to party throwing that are common throughout – regardless of the theme. Examples of these common components include: the location, guest list, itinerary and budget of the hen party. Therefore there are some essential organisational steps relating to these components that need to be addressed. 

Transforming Brides – Non-Surgical Beauty Guide for Brides-to-be

  • No need to go under the knife to be a confident bride
  • New guide recommends best treatments for your desired look and skin type
  • Indicates best times to book in treatments ahead of the big day

One of the biggest advantages of being a bride-to-be is owning the right to truly pamper yourself –but what other treatments are available beyond manicures and false lashes?

Leaders in surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments, Transform, have developed an easy to use Non-Surgical Treatment Guide that allows people to uncover a range of non-cosmetic solutions, perfect for those about to tie the knot.

Don’t lose face on your wedding day!

This summer many women will have watched the likes of Love Island and TOWIE and been inspired by the perfect pouts and brows galore to try an aesthetic procedure. As these kind of procedures become increasingly mainstream, it’s easy to forget that they are treatments designed to change your face and therefore must be taken seriously! 

So, while a bargain price tag for a procedure may entice you initially, please remember the old adage ‘if something sounds too good to be true… then it probably is!’ Cheaper price tags often mean poor patient care, low quality products and a severe lack of attention to safety policies and procedures, not to mention the cost of any corrective work required after a bad procedure.  

Don’t lose face on your wedding day!

This summer many women will have watched the likes of Love Island and TOWIE and been inspired by the perfect pouts and brows galore to try an aesthetic procedure. As these kind of procedures become increasingly mainstream, it’s easy to forget that they are treatments designed to change your face and therefore must be taken seriously! 

So, while a bargain price tag for a procedure may entice you initially, please remember the old adage ‘if something sounds too good to be true… then it probably is!’ Cheaper price tags often mean poor patient care, low quality products and a severe lack of attention to safety policies and procedures, not to mention the cost of any corrective work required after a bad procedure.  

Top 10 Honeymoons

Velaa Private Island Ocean Pool House

If you’re looking for luxury and glamour it doesn’t get much better than this.  In an area already renowned for its beauty – Velaa Private Island in the Maldives takes the over the top, once in a lifetime getaway to an entirely new level.  Ideal for honeymoons - amidst its unquestionable beauty it is also quintessentially private. Accessible only by boat, The Romantic Pool Residence is an ultra-private one-bedroom villa suspended above the lagoon with uninterrupted views of the ocean.


Top 10 Honeymoons

Velaa Private Island Ocean Pool House

If you’re looking for luxury and glamour it doesn’t get much better than this.  In an area already renowned for its beauty – Velaa Private Island in the Maldives takes the over the top, once in a lifetime getaway to an entirely new level.  Ideal for honeymoons - amidst its unquestionable beauty it is also quintessentially private. Accessible only by boat, The Romantic Pool Residence is an ultra-private one-bedroom villa suspended above the lagoon with uninterrupted views of the ocean.


Top 10 Honeymoons

Velaa Private Island Ocean Pool House

If you’re looking for luxury and glamour it doesn’t get much better than this.  In an area already renowned for its beauty – Velaa Private Island in the Maldives takes the over the top, once in a lifetime getaway to an entirely new level.  Ideal for honeymoons - amidst its unquestionable beauty it is also quintessentially private. Accessible only by boat, The Romantic Pool Residence is an ultra-private one-bedroom villa suspended above the lagoon with uninterrupted views of the ocean.


Getting the goddess treatment in Barbados

Goddess Acumen Mullins Beach, Barbados

Ready to carve out some ‘me-time’ in the Caribbean? We find out more about the Abundant Goddess & Yoga Retreats which will be held in Barbados, 8-16th October 2016 and 29th April-7th May 2017.

One of the busiest times of your life will undoubtedly be the period in which you organise your wedding. You have to be firing on all cylinders to deal with the myriad tasks demanding your attention, but even the most organised bride-to-be can start to feel a little lacklustre as the months (even years) of planning begin to take their toll.


Getting the goddess treatment in Barbados

Goddess Acumen Mullins Beach, Barbados

Ready to carve out some ‘me-time’ in the Caribbean? We find out more about the Abundant Goddess & Yoga Retreats which will be held in Barbados, 8-16th October 2016 and 29th April-7th May 2017.

One of the busiest times of your life will undoubtedly be the period in which you organise your wedding. You have to be firing on all cylinders to deal with the myriad tasks demanding your attention, but even the most organised bride-to-be can start to feel a little lacklustre as the months (even years) of planning begin to take their toll.


Getting the goddess treatment in Barbados

Goddess Acumen Mullins Beach, Barbados

Ready to carve out some ‘me-time’ in the Caribbean? We find out more about the Abundant Goddess & Yoga Retreats which will be held in Barbados, 8-16th October 2016 and 29th April-7th May 2017.

One of the busiest times of your life will undoubtedly be the period in which you organise your wedding. You have to be firing on all cylinders to deal with the myriad tasks demanding your attention, but even the most organised bride-to-be can start to feel a little lacklustre as the months (even years) of planning begin to take their toll.


Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme wedding

Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme wedding

 

With over 30,000 products to browse at your leisure, including an unbeatable range of beautiful artificial flowers and a huge selection of stunning affordable glassware we are certain you will find something that takes your fancy. With more and more couples opting for a less traditional feel to their weddings, Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme, however quirky.

You're having a woodland, nature inspired wedding? We have an abundance of beautiful barks, branches and rustic wood slices that are a perfect base for a spectacular centrepiece. Or perhaps you're looking for something that whispers, subtle and serene. The classic white wedding brought up to date with muted tones of green and grey.

Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme wedding

Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme wedding

 

With over 30,000 products to browse at your leisure, including an unbeatable range of beautiful artificial flowers and a huge selection of stunning affordable glassware we are certain you will find something that takes your fancy. With more and more couples opting for a less traditional feel to their weddings, Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme, however quirky.

You're having a woodland, nature inspired wedding? We have an abundance of beautiful barks, branches and rustic wood slices that are a perfect base for a spectacular centrepiece. Or perhaps you're looking for something that whispers, subtle and serene. The classic white wedding brought up to date with muted tones of green and grey.

Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme wedding

Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme wedding

 

With over 30,000 products to browse at your leisure, including an unbeatable range of beautiful artificial flowers and a huge selection of stunning affordable glassware we are certain you will find something that takes your fancy. With more and more couples opting for a less traditional feel to their weddings, Country Baskets offers products to fit any theme, however quirky.

You're having a woodland, nature inspired wedding? We have an abundance of beautiful barks, branches and rustic wood slices that are a perfect base for a spectacular centrepiece. Or perhaps you're looking for something that whispers, subtle and serene. The classic white wedding brought up to date with muted tones of green and grey.

Style Expert talks about the use of artificial flowers in weddings

Style Expert talks about the use of artificial flowers in weddings

Flower power:  Wayfair’s Resident Style Expert, Nadia McCowan Hill talks about the use of artificial flowers in weddings:

Picture it – walking down the aisle with a beautiful array of flowers, stunning colours that radiate across the room and emit flawless radiance. However, these flowers are not the kind that will need to be put aside following your special day. These are flowers, that like the memories of your joyous occasion, will live on in blossomed perfection.


Style Expert talks about the use of artificial flowers in weddings

Style Expert talks about the use of artificial flowers in weddings

Flower power:  Wayfair’s Resident Style Expert, Nadia McCowan Hill talks about the use of artificial flowers in weddings:

Picture it – walking down the aisle with a beautiful array of flowers, stunning colours that radiate across the room and emit flawless radiance. However, these flowers are not the kind that will need to be put aside following your special day. These are flowers, that like the memories of your joyous occasion, will live on in blossomed perfection.


Wedding Fair at The Post House - Free Admission

Wedding Fair at The Post House, 35 Greengate Street, Stafford, ST16  2HZ

On Sunday 4th September  2016, 11am til 3pm, Free Admission,

A Free Glass of Champagne on arrival, Free Goody Bag containing Free Makeup items worth 30 Pounds

Free Prize Draw to win  200 pounds, Pre register by emailing sparklingdayevents@gmail.com, Our Website is sparklingdayevents.com, Email sparklingdayevents@gmail.com

tel Jane 07878565699

From barre to beach: Confidence boosting honeymoon workouts

From barre to beach: Confidence boosting honeymoon workouts

Before we know it, Summer will be here and many of us are looking longingly (aka jealously glaring at celebs’ Instagram pictures) at beach scenes while we count down the days a well-deserved holiday or honeymoon!  Nothing sets off stunning swimwear more than some serious body confidence, so Barreworks founder Vicki Anstey has created a series of DIY workouts to help you feel fantastic.

Barreworks is a studio totally dedicated to ballet and barre workouts, designed to benefit your whole body with low impact, high intensity movements that help to lift bottoms, trim thighs and define arms. If you can’t make it to the beautiful studio in Richmond, you can enjoy online classes at www.barreworks.co.uk.

Bring out the quirks in your table setting

We’ve seen it all before so maybe it’s time for a quirky update 

It is said that you can tell a lot about a couple from their wedding and that includes the tableware. Gone are the days when basic neutral tons were in, now it’s all about adding a pop to your table setting. From peacock printed glasses to humorous printed plates and even gold-plated cutlery, there’s for every couple who dares to be a little different. We recommend flamboyant crockery paired with subtle glassware for the ultimate quirky pop.