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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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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
Adorable Shots of Animals at Weddings
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From zebras and doves to dogs wearing flower crowns - these pictures of animals at weddings will make you want to extend your guest list!
What to Do With Your Wedding Dress After the Big Day
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Looking for some creative ways to reuse your wedding dress after your special day? You'll love these genius ideas!
8 Things Your Guests Will Do To Annoy You On Your Wedding Day
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Hate to break it to you - you might love your guests, but these little things will annoy the hell out of you on your wedding day!
11 Harry Potter Love Quotes That Make Magical Wedding Readings
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Harry Potter fans will totally adore these wonderful wizarding quotes - only appropriate for the most magical of weddings!
7 Signs You’re Already An Old Married Couple
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Do you pass the old married couple test yet?
The 6 Things a Bride Should Never Post on Social Media
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Before you update that status or post that pic, read our advice because you might want to reconsider...
The 15 Questions Every Bride is Too Embarrassed to Ask – Answered
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From controlling mid-ceremony tears to the all-important wedding night, we answer all those embarrassing bridal questions!
Wedding Readings From Children’s Books: 7 Cute Choices
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There's a lot of wisdom in children's books as these wedding readings prove. For the perfect reading about love, look no further.
13 Beautiful Wedding Readings From Love Songs
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Every couple has "their song" as their first dance, but have you considered using your favourite song lyrics as a wedding reading too?