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Claire Gould

Claire spends her days writing - either in beautiful calligraphy or online. She lives on the edge of the English Lake District only minutes away from the beach, where she loves to escape and unwind. Claire's calligraphy can be found at www.byMoonandTide.com. Claire launched the English Wedding Blog in November 2009 - it's been a top 10 UK wedding blog ever since, with a regional focus we hope you LOVE.
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Paris, My Love – breathtaking bridal gowns for 2026 by Faith Cauvain

Imagine finding an ethical, artisan-made wedding dress and having it made to your exact measurements – for less than £1,000. We’re so often led to believe that we have to spend thousands for a designer dress, and even more for one that’s ethically made and sustainable, but a little detective Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 monthsNovember 3, 2025 ago
Larissa dress by Allure Bridals stocked by Dotty Bridal UK
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No one should ever, ever, feel pressured to lose weight for their wedding. Here’s why.

Image credit: Allure Bridals Larissa dress comes in sizes 0-30 10am and it’s been an interesting morning here already. In my inbox, a survey of brides with statistics on weight loss. And this always makes me uncomfortable. I’ve always felt strongly that this kind of messaging is WRONG. We’re put Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 monthsOctober 31, 2025 ago
beautiful and minimal wedding table styling with flowers by Jemma Khan
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How to talk to your wedding suppliers (and why it’s super important to be open and honest)

First time planning a wedding? Yep – pretty much everyone’s working all this out as they go along, so you’re absolutely not alone! Diving into a world of catering and styling, planning and logistics can be insane – but keeping on top of your plans will stop the overwhelm. Having Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 months ago
wintry blue wedding colour palette with sparkly accessories by Emma Rose Jewellery
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Something Blue – The Enchantment of a Baby Blue Winter Wedding

There’s something undeniably magical about a winter wedding, the crisp air, frosted landscapes and that quiet sense of romance that seems to hang in the stillness of the season. If you’re dreaming of a winter celebration that feels both elegant and ethereal a baby blue wedding theme might be your Read more

By Claire Gould, 3 monthsOctober 24, 2025 ago
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Sneha & Jacob’s emotional, magical proposal at Chatsworth, with Priti Shikotra Photography

Right on the home page of English Wedding you’ll see “This website is for everyone. It’s about love.” Sharing love stories of every kind brings so much joy to our screens, and while it’s been a little while since we’ve shared a proposal story, Jacob and Sneha’s is incredibly special. Read more

By Claire Gould, 4 monthsOctober 22, 2025 ago

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Amy & Dylan’s lovely West Sussex wedding, planned in 3 months! With Anna Rainbow Photography
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Amy & Dylan’s lovely West Sussex wedding, planned in 3

Claire Gould
February 4, 2026
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A super sweet, intimate and lovely wedding from Southdowns Manor, with English Wedding member ...

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Pinch a fistful of salt – they’ve updated the ‘average

Claire Gould
February 2, 2026
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Wouldn’t it be wonderful if, instead of announcing a big ‘average’ wedding spend, the...

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On grooms’ style, mood boards, and behind the scenes conversations!
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On grooms’ style, mood boards, and behind the scenes conversations!

Claire Gould
January 30, 2026
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Grooms’ stories are important. I love watching how couples respond to the events of...

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All the loveliest things you ever wanted to know about

Claire Gould
January 28, 2026
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We’ve been publishing such lovely advice for English Wedding member Emma Rose Jewellery for...

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Ways of looking at weddings – Imogen & Ed at Lartigolle, with York Place Studios
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Ways of looking at weddings – Imogen & Ed at

Claire Gould
January 26, 2026
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Let’s do this differently. Usually when I’m blogging a wedding I scroll through the...

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Bride smiling at the camera, holding a pastel bouquet in her hands. By Ross Willsher Photography
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Creating a mindful, intentional wedding experience: Part three – looking

Claire Gould
January 23, 2026
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These heartfelt and thoughtful articles are by Essex and UK wedding photographer Ross Willsher...

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Loving moment between groom and bride UK documentary wedding photographer Simon Dewey
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Wedding Photography Trends for 2026: The “Anti-Trend” Era

Claire Gould
January 22, 2026
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A thoughtful and considered article for couples and wedding suppliers, which I’ve loved reading...

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Wedding group hug by Nathan at Libra Photographic in Dorset
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Real questions, honest answers: what’s documentary wedding photography really all

Claire Gould
January 21, 2026
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I’m excited to launch a new series of articles for wedding suppliers and couples...

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