It is that time of year!

I adore a bit of bling, but when it comes to the ring you will wear on your finger for the rest of your life, well the pressure is on to get it right. So here are a few of my favourite rings. I would be hard

It is the 1st of August and it is heating up... So we are going to cool things down!

Thinking of celebrating your wedding in Italy but not sure of when and where? If you fancy something a little bit different why not look at hosting your wedding in the Autumn or Winter months? You may find that suppliers will offer great deals and you can create a magical Italian wedding getting much more for your budget!!  

Stay cool in the sun!

As the temperature rises and August approaches we have to keep in mind our guests comfort in the heat. Here are our top 3 tips to staying cool in the heat! 

All things bright and beautiful...

Putting together some ideas for one of my lovely brides getting married next year. Just the brief of a bright and colourful wedding has put me in a feel good mood!! 

I am in the mood for a decadent and ornate wedding...

Gold with lush forest greens and dark blue... 

A Behind the Scenes Look at a Wedding Setup

A friend is getting married this May in the UK. There is a wedding coordinator at the venue, so she thought everything would be taken care of. She has found out the hard way that there is WAY more to do than she thought and that the in house wedding planner is only looking after the aspects concerning the venue. With only a few weeks to go until her wedding day, she is in a bit of a pickle... But the big worry is who is going to 'setup' her day??

Lake Como: The celebrities' Italian paradise

George Clooney, Madonna, Donatella Versace and Sir Richard Branson all own or have owned villas on northern Italy's idyllic Lake Como. Surrounded by roaming mountains that are dotted with tiny pretty villages and offering breathtaking panoramic views, it's no wonder this 28 mile-long, Y-shaped lake in Lombardy has always served as a tranquil paradise for the rich and famous. 

10 sets of Bridal Underwear that will thrill and delight!

Snow queen
When I am asked for advice on bridal underwear I often talk about the importance of making sure it fits right and you can not see it through the fabric etc but what I want to shout is: "Go and grab the dearest, sexiest, most alluring items of Bridal Lingerie you can afford!" Trust me, you won’t regret it. I’m not talking about the pleasure your Hubby will get from seeing you in it, I'm talking about the pleasure you will get out of wearing it!

5 Fun and Fab Short Wedding Dresses!

Pronovias short bridal gown 2014

Short wedding dresses have long been a favourite of mine. They have charm, are fun, can be sassy or sweet, whilst still being bridal! They are also perfect for brides who feel more comfortable in a dress that is not too 'full on bride!' Here are my top 5 from the Spring 2014 collections. 

Dylan and Gabe's romantic sun set wedding - Part one

When Dylan and Gabe first got in touch, Dylan was ever so slightly stressed. She had a clear idea of what she wanted for her wedding day, she just needed to have someone pull it all together for her. Having engaged The White Fashion Photographer, a talented husband and wife team of photographer

Be mine...

Valentine's day is just around the corner, love it or hate it, there is no escaping it! If like me, you are totally smitten with St Valentine's, why not marry your true love on the day dedicated to LOVE, look no further for inspiration!  (He will have no excuse if he forgets your anniversary!)

Wedding Cake Inspiration...

I am totally smitten with floral wedding cakes.  Pop the kettle on, snuggle up and indulge in wedding cakes so pretty they will make you feel all warm and mushy inside! 

I LOVE THESE GUYS!!

Every little detail...

I adore it when a good photographer takes your rings and has some fun with them... But even if you have a great photographer, sometimes you need to give them some props! 

2014 wedding trend...

We are only in January but 2014 wedding trends are making themselves knows, but which one is the most popular? 

Pastels! Dusky pink to shades of peach, powder blue to creamy yellow, pastels are making waves...

Pillow Present...

Have you ever noticed at the end of a wedding how many favors are forgotten on the table? Normally I collect them all up and as nearly all the guests are staying at the same venue, I make a display in the breakfast room where guests can pick one up. 

With destination weddings there is a growing trend for the ''Pillow Present''. This can be in the form of a welcome basket or while you and your guests enjoy the celebrations, the hotel or villa will place the favor on your guests pillow or door handle... 

Here are our top tips for a destination wedding welcome bags and pillow presents!

Lovely lace ideas!

I just adore lace. Such a pretty material  that can transform your wedding in to something spectacular! Perfect if you are going for a vintage look, but equally versatile if used correctly in a modern setting... 

The recovery lunch!

With destination weddings they tend to run over 3 or 4 days. There is the welcome cocktail party, the wedding and the recovery lunch before everyone departs. If your venue has the space how about an Italian style picnic! Stations of different local food set up, the BBQ grill going and a flow of local wine! Make for a very happy relaxing afternoon!   

Lake Maggiore!

There is something about Lake Maggiore... Most people look at Lake Como or Lake Garda for their wedding and forget about the other lakes, myself included, that is until I went to visit. Lake Maggiore was not a lake I had really thought about, then one day I had to collect my sister from the Malpensa airport. I was a little early and decided to drive the 25 minuets to check out the lake,  enjoy the cool breeze and spectacular views. Since then I have had the joy of discovering amazing locations, villas, castles and eateries.

One of the key elements we get asked for a lot, is a location close to an airport.  Lake Maggiore is so close to the international airport that that is the first appeal, the second is the outstanding beauty making it perfect for your Italian lake wedding.

Dreaming of summer...

Positano... Amalfi... Ravello... Sorrento... Timeless Italy!

Almost time to party!

Venice Carnival is a month away! Time to book your flight, your hotel, outfit & mask, obtain tickets to the ball and be inspired by the splendour of Venice during the 

Carnevale di Venezia! 

A WEDDING LOVE STORY AT CASTLE LESLIE IN GLASLOUGH, IRELAND

I came across this styled wedding shoot by KT Merry Photography and was totally blown away! So much so I have to share this with you...

One Bride, One Groom, will travel! Part Two...

Sara and her mother walked from Villa Cipriani to the stunning town hall of Asolo where Jason, her Groom, was waiting for her. I can not do the description justice with my writing, after all I am a wedding planner not a novelist, but there is a moment when the groom sees his bride for the first time and it is as if there is no one else in the room.... 

Puppy love!

The wonderful thing about love is it is unconditional! 

Getting married in Italy does not mean you have to leave your four legged baby behind, after all dogs are family too! Just apply for a Pet Passport in time and your trusted loyal companion can be part of your day too! 

Feel the love...

Shabby Chic Italian Style...

Looking for something magical, pretty, detailed... Here are our top tips on how to create your "Shabby Chic with Italian Style" wedding!