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You deserve a wedding that’s as unique as you, which is why we have thousands of inspirational wedding planning ideas to personalise your day. From décor inspiration to the latest trends, wedding themes to wedding favours, dates ideas to gift ideas, you’ll find everything you need to know about wedding planning here.

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How Do I Uninvite Guests to My Wedding?
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Whether you're making the drastic cut to the new limit of 15 or just need to trim a few here and there, follow this five step guide to cutting down your guest list without hurting anybody's feelings
7 Things Not to Say to Someone Who Postponed Their Wedding
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Know someone who's had to postpone their big day and not sure what to say? Here are the 7 things to avoid uttering at all costs, plus some helpful hints on what they might like to hear instead...
What is a Wedding Breakfast? Tips and Ideas to Impress Your Guests
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Give your guests a feast to remember with these foodie tips for a wedding breakfast they'll all love. We also explain why it's called a 'wedding breakfast' in the first place - the answer will surprise you...
How Many Bridesmaids Should You Have?
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Find your perfect number with our simple guide to choosing how many bridesmaids to have in your wedding party.
How to Clean a Diamond Ring at Home
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These are the best methods for cleaning a diamond ring - and they might surprise you...
How to Cut Your Wedding Guest List Down: 8 Practical Tips from the Experts
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Cutting down your wedding guest list is never the fun part of planning, but sometimes it needs to be done. We asked professional planners who’ve guided hundreds of couples through the process for their top tips
Our Complete Guide to Wedding Catering
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Started thinking about your wedding catering? From the questions to ask your caterer to what kind of food to serve your guests, we answer all of your wedding catering questions in our complete guide
126 Amazing Black-Owned UK Wedding Suppliers to Follow and Support
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If you want to support Black-owned businesses, we've found you some of the absolute best in the wedding industry in the UK!
12 Charity Wedding Favours to Consider for Your Big Day
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Swap out the traditional gifts for wedding guests with seriously worthwhile charity wedding favours that are sure to spark conversation
20 Surprising Things Real Couples Have Learnt About Their Relationships in Lockdown
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It has been... unprecedented. We asked couples to get *really* honest what they’ve learned about their relationships in lockdown - for better and for worse
Change Your Name with NameSwitch
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Are you thinking about changing your name after you get Hitched? We've teamed up with NameSwitch to help you with the process.
Vintage Wedding Decor: 36 Beautiful Ideas for Your Reception
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If you're planning a vintage style wedding, make sure it's totally transformed with these timeless vintage finishing touches
DIY Wedding Post Box Ideas: 22 Ways to Collect Your Cards in Style
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Get ready to fall in love with these unique wedding post box and card box ideas - they would make amazing centrepieces at any wedding gift table
What is Classed as a Small, Medium and Large Wedding?
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Knowing what size wedding you want will help you narrow down venues and set yourself a realistic budget
63 Outdoor Wedding Ideas You’ll Fall in Love With
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From al fresco décor to open-air ceremonies and outdoor bars, we’ve got all of the outdoor wedding inspiration you could ever wish for
33 Spring Wedding Colour Palette Ideas for 2021
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Fallen for peachy table settings and fresh foliage bouquets? Here's how to integrate the coolest spring wedding colours into your big day