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If grooms aren’t interested in weddings, are we getting it really badly wrong?

I say if. Because men are interested in weddings. I’ve featured amazing weddings without brides. I’ve featured incredible weddings where couples have shared planning tasks equally. I adore it when men fill out the little interview form for the real weddings we feature on this blog. But on a daily Read more

By Claire Gould, 5 months 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, 6 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, 6 months ago
Emilie May Photo and Jemma Khan Studio at Holesfoot
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How to style the most stunning floral installations for your stately home wedding

Strikingly beautiful floristry can elevate a wedding more than anything else. Sweeping, statement floral displays will wow your guests and look sensational in your wedding album. For a stately home wedding, it’s essential to choose flowers and arrangements to do more than just complement the space: they should take inspiration Read more

By Claire Gould, 7 months ago
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UK Wedding Weekends from the perspective of destination wedding planner Michelle Jacobs

A guest expert article from Elegante by Michelle J. Images by Claudine Hartzel Photography As a destination wedding planner, more and more couples are coming to me to request a wedding weekend experience, here in the UK. If you have ever attended a destination wedding overseas, you will no doubt Read more

By Claire Gould, 7 monthsOctober 1, 2025 ago

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The loveliest meadow wedding for Chloe & Sam in Kent, with Max Milne Photography
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The loveliest meadow wedding for Chloe & Sam in Kent,

Claire Gould
April 20, 2026
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Honestly, I can’t stop beaming when I look at Chloe and Sam’s wedding photos....

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Elegant die cut modern wedding stationery by White Orchid Print and Design | photographer credit Hayley at Howard South West
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Bold and editorial museum wedding inspiration at The Box, Plymouth

Claire Gould
April 17, 2026
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It’s funny when you think about it: wedding blogs have featured styled photoshoots for...

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Lottie & Will’s sparkly beautiful wedding at Priston Mill, with Martin Dabek Photography
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Lottie & Will’s sparkly beautiful wedding at Priston Mill, with

Claire Gould
April 15, 2026
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We’re sharing the loveliest winter wedding today, with stunning couple Lottie and Will, in...

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I support Independent Celebrants in UK wedding law reform 2026
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Wedding law reform – what’s changing and what will it

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April 13, 2026
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As a wedding supplier and blog editor, adding my voice to the movement supporting...

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Newlywed couple having their confetti moment at Eden Barn with Cumbria wedding photographer Mark Battista
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How wedding photography works – an honest guide for couples

Claire Gould
April 9, 2026
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Knowing what to expect from your wedding photographer will take away wedding day worries....

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Newlywed couple walking arm in arm at Alnwick Treehouse | North Yorkshire wedding photographer Joss Denham
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Rich winter colours and sparkle for Faye & Wilf’s unforgettable

Claire Gould
April 8, 2026
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I adore Faye & Wilf’s wedding for its rich, deep and warming colour palette....

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A bride looks towards a bay window as she stands beneath a chandelier holding a bouquet of pink flowers - by Damien Vickers Photography
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What Editorial Wedding Photography Is, And What It Isn’t –

Claire Gould
April 7, 2026
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The word “editorial” appears everywhere in wedding photography right now. Couples often tell me...

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Elegant champagne-toned wedding inspiration from Wivenhoe House

Claire Gould
April 2, 2026
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As a calligrapher, I know how tough it can be for the ‘smaller’ wedding...

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