In search of some inspiration, I headed out on Saturday to the Holiday Inn. Not knowing what to expect, I was pleasantly surprised at the bucks fizz on offer upon arrival (I believe there was also an orange juice option, but I was planning a wedding - fizzy wine was required!)
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The first stall that caught my eye belonged to Vintage Wonderland, a company that hires out vintage props for weddings and other special events. A beautiful birdcage on a stand was used to hold cards recieved from guests, which is a unique twist on the printed caed boxes that can be ordered from invitation companies.
Other items for hire included union jack bunting (perfect for a jubilee party!) beautiful vintage crockery, and a retro camera. Another unusual item on offer was a typewriter to be used as a quirky alternative to a guestbook. If you're looking for a pretty, romantic, vintage style wedding, then Vintage Wonderland is the perfect place for you to start.
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Another idea with a classic twist is to hire an ice cream trike. Isabelle's ices offer a range of traditional 1940s ice creams, served from a classic loking cart. Not only did I get to sample the delicious ice cream, but I also was allowed to sit on the trike - far too exciting! This would make for quirky photos, and offer a fun alternative to a formal dessert at your reception.
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Possibly the hardest part of planning a wedding (well, for me anyway) is choosing a wedding dress. Especially since I'm extremely picky, it is proving very difficult to find something that will cover all bases - the right length, colour, shape, material - there is a lot more to think about than one might initially think! For this reason, I was excited to find a bespoke wedding dress designer Hannah Bethan Hodge, who promised to work within set budgets to create the perfect gown for each bride - perfect for fussy brides to be. A range of bridesmaid's dresses with a modern twist were also displayed, which was a refreshing change from the average gowns available.
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And once the perfect dress has been chosen, why not have some unique jewellry designed to complement your gown, and your individual style? Carrie Alisha offers just that. I was struggling to think of suitable bridesmaids gifts to give, this seems the perfect solution - personalised necklaces, a gift that they can keep and use forever, but that will always remind them of my special day.
