Wedding Blog

Thrills at The White Gallery

Ian Stuart has spent over a decade in the heart of the fashion world.Creating his own bridal collection in 2003.

London’s Love Affair with Bridal

White Gallery may have closed its doors for another year, but everyone has been spoiled for choice with the collections presented by a treasure trove of much awaited designers this year.

Wedding Gifts with a personal touch at Izzy's Attic

Today we’re excited to bring you news of a fabulous new gift range, perfect for for one-of-a-kind gifts and homeware.

20% Wedding Sale at The Black Swan

There's word on the wind of a sale! Every bride's magic word when she is planning her big and special day.

The Black Swan is now offering 20% off low season wedding packages for early 2014 and great value all inclusive packages from £4000 for 50 guests. Based in Helmsley, North Yorkshire, The award winning Black Swan is known for being one of the North East’s finest wedding venues and is the perfect location to celebrate your special day.

Ask The Expert: Ian MacMichael Answers Your Wedding Photo Queries

The Wedding Vine team are delighted to announce that we have teamed up with top international photojournalist Ian MacMichael to bring you a brand new series giving our brides direct access to expert opinion on all those burning questions about wedding photography! From special tips and “how to’s” to finding the perfect angle and capturing the romantic atmosphere of your wedding day - whatever you want to ask, this is your chance!

Sneak Peek at Victoria Kyriakides 2014 Bridal Collection!

It's our favourite time of the year again, as the world's top bridalwear designers prepare to showcase their latest dress collections and we get to see for the first time what brides will be wearing in 2014!

One collection we can't wait to see is the latest offering from Victoria Kyriakides, whose dresses first came to our attention at White Gallery last year, where the Greek designer presented a strong, futuristic collection with bold, statement designs.

We were therefore really excited when this fabulous sneak peek video of Victoria's 2014 designs arrived in our inboxes and just had to share it with you!

Latest Bridal Accessories To Be Launched At White Gallery

This weekend sees one of the biggest events on the luxury wedding calendar, as White Gallery London returns to Battersea Park for it's fourth edition, with the top dress and accessory designers from around the world all set to showcase their latest collections for the first time.

This year the accessory line-up is hotter than ever, with Wedding Vine favourites HT Headwear showcasing alongside famous names including Polly Edwards, Jenny Packham, Rachel Simpson and Harriet Wilde.

Why Choose a Professional Wedding Photographer? By Neale James

One of the biggest decisions you will make when planning your wedding is choosing your photographer. Here, top documentary wedding photographer Neale James tells us why getting that decision right and hiring a professional is so important.

Cowley Manor Open Wedding Day - Saturday 11th May 2013

If you’re dreaming of a wedding in the Cotswolds, Cowley Manor are holding an Open Wedding Day on Saturday 11th May 2013. Take a guided tour of the house and grounds, see the restaurant set for a wedding breakfast and enjoy a glass of bubbly and a few canapés along the way!

Interview: Mark Niemierko – Wedding Planning At It’s Finest!

As regular readers will know, we are big fans of Mark Niemierko and his fabulous work. One of the UK’s leading wedding planners, Mark’s events set the standard for luxury weddings and have earned him an enviable reputation amoungst clients and suppliers alike. We caught up with Mark recently to find out what makes a top wedding planner…

Photographing The Royal Wedding by Gavin Dickson of Lyric Weddings

Where were you on 29th April 2011? Most of us can remember where we were on the day that Prince William married Catherine Middleton. For Gavin Dickson of Lyric Weddings it was certainly a day to remember. A highly respected photographer, Gavin was one of a handful of accredited photographers chosen to capture the wedding from outside the doors of Westminster Abbey, waiting for the first glimpse and photo opportunity of the new Mr and Mrs Windsor! Here, Gavin shares with us his memories of the day as well as some of the amazing images he captured of the wedding of the century!

HT Headwear Now Available To Buy At TheWeddingVine.com!

Today we are uber-excited to announce that HT Headwear bridal headpieces are now available to buy in our on-line boutique!

Renowned for her elegant, romantic designs, founder Helena Talbot has created a stunning range of bridal headpieces at affordable prices without compromising on quality or style.

Open Day At The Beautiful Poundon House

Poundon House, a private country house wedding venue on the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire border is hosting an open day on 28th April 2013. The day is a relaxed and informal way to enjoy a tour of the house and gardens and see how it could work for your own wedding.

Up to 70% Off Designer Wedding Dresses at Ellie Sanderson!

Calling all brides to be in the midlands! On Saturday 27th April, for one day only, award winning bridal retailer Ellie Sanderson is hosting a Designer Wedding Dress Sale at her Oxford boutique, with up to 70% off some very big names!

Exclusive: Phillipa Lepley Talks Bridal Couture with Mark Niemierko

When you think of Bridal Couture, one of the first names that springs to mind is Phillipa Lepley. Renowned for her beautiful, classic wedding dresses with a twist, Phillipa has been at the forefront of the British wedding industry for 25 years, offering discerning brides to be a truly bespoke and personal service.

Combine Phillipa's talent with the UK's leading wedding planner, Mark Niemierko, and you get some amazing results. So, with the latest Niemierko Academy getting under way at The Dorchester this week, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to bring you Mark's Academy interview with the couture designer heself, shared with you exclusively via The Wedding Vine...

We Have a Winner!

Congratulations to Wedding Vine reader Sarah Driver who has won our fabulous prizedraw for two tickets to Zoe Lem's Vintage Wedding Fair at the Bloomsbury Ballroom this Sunday, 14th April.

With dozens of fantastic exhibitors and experts attending, we're sure Sarah and her fiancé Liam will have an amazing time and come away with some fabulous inspiration for their wedding!

Sassi Bride Megan Tells Us About Her Wedding Plans

As Sassi bride Megan's big day get's closer, we caught up with her to find out how her planning is going. A girl after our own hearts, Megan and Paul have taken their time to plan their wedding to make sure everything is just right...

Win! VIP tickets to Zoe Lem's Vintage Wedding Fair!

The Wedding Vine have teamed up with The Bloomsbury Ballroom and Zoe Lem to give away a pair of VIP Tickets (RRP £25 each) to Zoe Lem's Vintage Wedding Fair, being held at The Bloomsbury Ballroom in London on Sunday 14th April 2013.

Oscar de la Renta Opens Flagship London Store!

Last week the new Oscar de la Renta flagship store opened in London's Mayfair, and who better to host the party than Mark Niemierko - the UK's leading wedding and events planner. Inspiration for the event was taken from Oscar de la Renta's first bridal fragrance, "Something Blue", a fresh, light, floral fragrance, presented in a beautifully designed box based on a replica of a white lace and blue organza Oscar de la Renta gown from his current Bridal collection.

Our Week At The Niemierko Academy

At the end of January, I headed to London to attend the Niemierko Academy, a five day wedding planning masterclass run by top UK wedding planner, Mark Niemierko.

As you would expect from Mark Niemierko, this isn't your average wedding planning course. Held in the deluxe surroundings of The Dorchester, the Academy takes place over 5 days, during which students are given an intensive introduction to the world of luxury weddings.