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Every bride-to-be is spoiled for choice when it comes to planning for their big day, and knowing where to start can be a daunting task.

To help give some inspiration as to what theme to opt for this year, investment experts Old Mutual Wealth take a look at the top wedding trends of 2016, and how much they’re likely to set you back.

Bohemian The bohemian wedding trend has become more and more popular in recent years, and is a great way to incorporate a tasteful attitude into a non-traditional wedding. Once you account for the lace-draped dress, outdoor accommodation and lighting, a boho wedding could cost anything between £15,000 to £20,000.

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.

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.

The name ROSA FAIA represents Anita's range of youthful lingerie and swimwear - available from A cup through to larger sizes. The range's perfect fit and highest comfort makes every style appealing. Just the ticket for the sophisticated customer. 

It has been said that planning a wedding is a series of endless details that cause both frustration and elation. There is however one detail your feet don't want you to overlook; your shoes. Although it is important to think foremost about function over fashion when picking your wedding shoes, we recommend you find a happy middle ground by following our top tips!

What could be better than planning a luxury, beach based getaway that includes a bit of a fitness boost?

Sporty newlyweds will love the amazing and newly launched RunMarisRun Half Marathon based on the stunning beaches of Marmaris, Turkey alongside a crystal blue Mediterrean coastline.  What better way to get your fitness fix than to run a half- marathon on honeymoon?

Combining a stunning honeymoon destination with once in a lifetime sports even/fun run, D-Resort Grand Azur, Marmaris’ most exclusive hotel, is delighted to partner with Turkish Event Company Uzunetap, to host the RunMarisRun Half Marathon, June 4th and 5th.

A wedding blessing overlooking one of the world’s most beautiful sunsets along the Turkish Turquoise Coast, a long stretch of wide-sanded beach bedecked with roses and lanterns on which to say your ‘I Do’s ‘, Alanya’s loveliest hotel, the newly refurbished Alantur Hotel is sure to delight all members of your wedding party.  

Nestled elegantly on a wide swath of inviting beach fronting the deep blues of the Mediterranean Sea in the shadow the majestic Taurus mountains, this modern resort,  just steps from the water, is in an ideal location.  Set within a naturally rich botanical garden, Alantur Hotel is an oasis of calm and beauty -and the perfect starting point of the rest of your lives.