Ooooh I LOVE wedding fairs. A sweeping statement maybe, but after my first one, I am smitten.
I spent Saturday morning at the Menzies Hotel in Swindon where all things matrimonial were all in one glorious place. A place where it was OK to swoon over fancy dresses and discuss the option of having a harpist (yes really) with like-minded souls. For someone who is still finds being engaged a huge novelty, it was enormous fun.
I spent time chatting to some great exhibitors (special mentions to Jane and Lis for their fab advice) and then also got top tips from some of the other couples who are planning their big day. Debs and Duncan had LOADS of great advice, in fact Debs has shared some of it on the comments section of my first post (Here Comes the...Clueless), thank you for that lovely lady, you are very kind. Jez, my co-host has been on at me for some time to get a wedding folder - Debs was carrying one that was as gorgeous as it was practical, so I shall be making my way to the shops this week and purchasing one.
I took Damian along with me, and despite my concerns he would be bored, he really got involved and had opinions on everything we saw. I've heard so many horror stories from girlfriends of grooms who did nothing apart from pick a suit, so it's lovely that he's keen to share some of the decision making.
If you came along to the fair, let me know what you thought, and what you managed to get organised - and keep those top tips coming!
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My first thought on entering the wedding fair on Saturday - 'why oh why was there so much free chocolate?' for the weak willed dieters among us it was pure torture and I have to say, I did indulge, like I said, weak willed!!
ReplyDeleteI was particularly impressed with 'Nikita Beauty' and I feel a few visits to her salon coming up! Facial, nails and spray tan all in one place and at very reasonable prices too. The lady from Nailbox was nice too, I've seen her at a previous fair and love the idea of her lash extentions - less risk of mascara running down my face as I know for sure I will cry a lot on my wedding day!
We continued our wedding themed weekend on Sunday; we went over to Warminster to pay off some of the balance for the reception at the Old Bell, and also got to have a look at some of the bedrooms, including the bridal suite (nearly had another emotional meltdown when I saw what will be our room....); then got on the phone to my mum and organised a 'planning meeting' in March, but I'm determined to get mum and my sister to a wedding fair soon, so I'll be looking out for more!
How was the venue in Hereford Roo? I guess it must be one of many to look at - I hope you find exactly what you want!
I'm glad some of our tips were helpful to you, it's good to be able to share them!
Debs and Duncan xxx
Free chocolate?
ReplyDeleteThey accept Gays at these things, right?
I am soooooooo down with the next one........
Psychic Paul
Oy yes, everyone welcome. Let's do the next one together!
ReplyDeleteThe next oneI know of is at the DeVere hotel in Swindon on 22nd February - sadly, I'm working on that day :(
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