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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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Father of the Groom Duties Explained
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We talk through the main father of the groom duties for the big day and during the wedding so you know exactly how to help...
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s Wedding: Times, Date, Details and How to Watch
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It's the second big royal wedding of the year! What will Eugenie wear, who are the guests, and will Beatrice be bridesmaid? All is revealed!
Olivia Buckland Reveals Her Wedding Day Advice For Brides
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Olivia knows better than most the stress of wedding planning, so she reveals her best advice for brides-to-be and how her day came together
26 Personalised Wedding Favours Your Guests Will Adore
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Make your guests feel extra special by presenting them with wedding favours that have a personal touch
The Biggest Celebrity Weddings of 2018
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From a surprise "I do" to that huge royal wedding, check out all the celebrity couples who've tied the knot this year
Date Ideas for Newlyweds: 25 Unique Plans
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It’s important to keep the magic alive, even after the fun of the big day, so choose from this list of romantic date ideas and do just that
Real Brides Reveal The Worst Wedding Guest Behaviour They’ve Ever Seen
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These real-life stories of terrible wedding guests will make you want to elope. Don't read if you're already of a nervous disposition!
Wedding SOS: How to Handle a ‘No Ring, No Bring’ Rule
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Is a 'no ring, no bring' rule right for your wedding? What will your guests really think? Is there a better option? We get the honest truth!
Real Couples Reveal the Secrets to Creating Your Best Wedding Gift List
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Who better to get the truth from about building your gift list than couples who've been there and done it? Here's their honest advice
9 Tips For Delivering An Amazing Wedding Speech
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The speech is written and now it's time to deliver it - the experts reveal the secrets to making it go out with a bang!
Page Boy Gift Ideas: Extra Special Presents for Your Page Boy
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From gifts to ask 'will you be my page boy?', right through to the perfect thank you presents, we browse the best ideas for your page boy
Our Favourite ‘Just Engaged’ Ideas from Etsy
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We pick out the best gift ideas from Etsy that are perfect for the bride to be in your life
Mother of the Bride Gifts: The Ultimate Guide
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Browse our favourite mother of the bride gifts, from sentimental keepsakes to personalised presents
Wedding SOS: How Much Should You Spend On A Wedding Gift?
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Even with a gift list, it's not always clear how much to spend on a wedding gift. Finally here's your answer for every possible scenario
‘Dear Meghan…’: How To Deal With A Family Fallout Before Your Wedding Day
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You love your family, but what do you do when you fall out before the wedding? One writer shares her honest experience.
Wedding SOS: Should You Invite Your Ex To Your Wedding?
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How do you decide if having an ex at your wedding is a good or bad idea? Read our expert advice to prevent any guest list dramas