New York has to be the most romantic city in the world, with its iconic twinkling skyline. Dazzle your guests by hosting the wedding of your dreams in the heart of the city at the effortlessly cool PUBLIC Hotel. This hot spot is the latest brainchild of Ian Schrager (the legend behind celeb favourite Studio 54 and the first boutique hotel in the world) so, naturally, it was destined to wow. Schrager is renowned for delivering totally magical experiences, which is evident as soon as you pull up at the dramatic tree-lined entrance. Located in the vibrant Lower East Side, PUBLIC boasts 367 swanky rooms – plenty of space for all your loved ones – and, best of all, as it prides itself on affordable luxury, it won’t break the bank.

Walk down the aisle with a jaw-dropping backdrop of the city in the Sophia or Ava rooms (the latter also has a Sunrise Terrace) on the 17th floor, with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows flooded with natural light. Afterwards, hold your reception in the secret Bowery Garden, a leafy, tranquil oasis that’s a beautiful setting for celebrating in style. Guests will tuck into a seasonal menu made from fresh ingredients from the local market, cooked on a wood-burning oven and grill by head chef Jean-George, who takes inspiration from his worldwide travels. The excitement doesn’t end there – the state-of-the-art penthouse is 800 sq ft of utter perfection, with breathtaking views over the Lower East Side and beyond. The day after your wedding, explore the city by helicopter or on one of the hotel’s Shinola bikes, hire a boat in Central Park or perhaps stroll over Brooklyn Bridge and into the city – the options are truly endless.

Spitbank Fort PORTSMOUTH 

This historic fortress in the Solent was built more than 150 years ago and has been sensitively restored. Spaces include The Crow’s Nest, a contemporary room with floor-to-ceiling windows, and the Officer’s Mess with vaulted ceilings. Plus There’s a fire pit and hot tub, and eight bedrooms so guests can stay. solentforts.com/spitbank-fort 

Weddings in the Wyldes CORNWALL

How rock’n’roll is this? A three-day bash in the fields that are home to the annual Leopallooza festival. Organisers are renowned for booking bands just before they hit the big time, so they can tip you off about the best music acts. Say your vows on the main stage, dance until 3am, then bed down in bell tents. Recover with a Sunday roast and a soak in a hot tub. weddingsinthewyldes.com 

The Lodge VERBIER, SWITZERLAND 

What sounds better – a white wedding on the slopes or saying ‘I do’ during a balmy Alpine summer? Either way, taking over Sir Richard Branson’s Swiss mountain retreat is a surefire way to celebrate in style. After a ceremony in the nearby village of Le Châble, head to this nine-bedroom lodge, which comes with indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis, a pool, bar and top chefs who will create an incredible feast. virginlimitededition.com 

Euridge Manor WILTSHIRE 

Enchanting woodland, a gorgeously serene lake and a castle add up to a fairytale formula for this gem in the grounds of Sir Walter Raleigh’s old hunting lodge, which is available for a three-night hire.There are rose gardens to wanderin, and lawns for afternoon tea, before a banquet in the marquee. Alternatively, have an intimate supper in the Orangery for your closest friends and family. euridgeorangeryweddings.com 

The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa BATH, SOMERSET

At the heart of Bath’s most iconic crescent, this is a magical setting with endless possibilities, from weddings in the grand Library to a reception on the front lawn. For an intimate affair, book the Sir Percy Blakeney Suite, which has a four-poster overlooking the garden. Perfection! royalcrescent.co.uk

 Home House MARYLEBONE, LONDON 

This private members’ club in Portman Square is the epitome of 18th-century neo-classical elegance, with grand chandeliers, original cornicing and a dramatic staircase. All the action takes place in the Front Parlour and Eating Room, before dancing and a DJ downstairs in The Vaults. Food can be served al fresco in lovely Portman Square Garden opposite. homehouse.co.uk 

Galle Face Hotel COLOMBO, SRI LANKA

Traditional Buddhist Poruwa ceremonies can only take place here when the stars align to give a positive blessing. There are dancers, drumming and the setting is either a chequerboard floor facing the ocean or inside in the Ballroom. Equally fun is the 1864 restaurant, where you sit at low pink tables and tuck into Sri Lankan dishes. gallefacehotel.com 

Grand Hotel Central Barcelona SPAIN 

This Art Deco hotel, between the Gothic District and El Born, has a rooftop infinity pool and Skybar – exactly what you need when it’s hot, hot, hot. Get married here, or inside surrounded by oak-panelled walls, refined herringbone-pattern parquet flooring and 1920s details. grandhotelcentral.com 

St Ermin’s Hotel WESTMINSTER, LONDON 

At the far end of a tree-lined courtyard, this hotel is an under-the-radar smash hit. It’s a tough choice between the Crystal Ballroom (named after its enormous chandelier) and the 100-year-old Cloisters Suite, with its Rococo plasterwork and vaulted ceiling. Whichever you book, you’ll get your wedding night in a suite with Champagne breakfast in bed – for free! sterminshotel.co.uk

Chelsea Old Town Hall LONDON 

Be one of the first to tie the knot in the newly refurbished Chelsea Old Town Hall, which reopened last autumn. Restored to its former glory with gold-leaf ornate ceilings and marble floors, the historic Victorian building has three spaces to choose from, including the Cadogan Suite, which now comes with an adjoining ante room that’s ideal for popping Champagne corks after the ceremony. rbkc.gov.uk

The Gherkin CITY OF LONDON 

Wow your guests with incredible views from the top two floors of this City landmark. The smaller sky-high rooms are ideal for daytime receptions for up to 60 guests; larger parties can take over the Helix restaurant and sip cocktails at Iris bar. Best of all, there’s no Cinderella-style midnight curfew – the party lasts until 3am. searcysatthegherkin.co.uk

The Marylebone Hotel LONDON 

The spaces that make up The Marylebone Rooms at this central London hotel are all top notch, with plenty of natural light and modern artworks. Brides’ pick for a blessing and wedding breakfast is Number Six – it has a bar and terrace – and Courtyard, which has a retractable roof, open fire and greenery-covered glass wall so the weather won’t trouble you a bit. doylecollection.com

Hotel Heureka VENICE, ITALY 

This is a real find: a 16th-century palazzo in the lively Cannaregio district that opened as a 10-room boutique bolthole last year, and is available for exclusive use. The look is a cool mix of mid-century modern furnishings with terrazzo marble floors and exposed brick walls. Hop in a water taxi for pictures along the canals, enjoy aperitivo in the garden under the trees and gather round the grand piano in the Music Room. Bellissima! hotel-heureka.com

COMO The Treasury PERTH, AUSTRALIA

The Victorian-era facade of the city’s 19th century State Buildings belies its crisp, modern interiors. After a ceremony on Cathedral Square Lawn, choose between fine dining in Wildflower – the hotel’s destination rooftop restaurant with city views – or Italian bistro The Post, once the franking space for Western Australia’s first General Post Office. comohotels.com

University Arms CAMBRIDGESHIRE 

With acclaimed designer Martin Brudnizki in charge of the interiors, this newly refurbished 19th-century coaching inn was always going to be a design win. The Ballroom combines wood-panelled walls, stained-glass windows and a fireplace with red leather chairs. The food, overseen by head chef Tristan Welch, is delicious and the cocktails are named after Cambridge characters and stories. Book the Marlowe suite for its two terraces and the roll-top bath in the turret. universityarms.com

The Hair BELGRAVIA, LONDON 

The place for a post-ceremony knees-up in Belgravia. Take over the bar and terrace for a reception with lip-smacking bowl food (meatballs, homemade gnocchi, octopus salad), cocktails under the retractable glass roof and ivy-clad walls that can be interwoven with flowers. Or For something more formal, il Pampero Italian restaurant can be hired for exclusive use. thehari.com

The London Edition FITZROVIA, LONDON 

This über-hip hotel now offers nuptials, meaning you can get hitched in the Penthouse Suite or the Basement – an atmospheric former nightclub. An impressive art collection covers every inch of the wall in the Berners Tavern restaurant, which you can hire exclusively. editionhotels.com/london 

Aynhoe Park GLOUCESTERSHIRE 

From the one-of-a-kind art and taxidermy to the bridal suite designed by Matthew Williamson, this is a terrifically fun Cotswolds pad with a deer park. You’ll definitely want to make a weekend of it! Take your pick of rooms for the ceremony, fire up a BBQ on the lawns and have your first dance in the sculpture-lined Orangery. aynhoepark.co.uk 

The Sculpture Gallery at Woburn Abbey BEDFORDSHIRE 

Not many couples can say they’ve wed in a stately sculpture gallery, complete with grand oil paintings and marble pillars. Outside, the surroundings are also pretty special, with statues dotted around rose gardens and a tranquil lake. woburnweddings.co.uk 

Brunswick House VAUXHALL, LONDON 

An unlikely landmark on Vauxhall roundabout, what began solely as a LASSCO salvage yard within a Georgian mansion has evolved into a unique events space and an excellent restaurant with celebrated chef Jackson Boxer at the helm. Book a room or take over the entire building – and think of all the cool curiosities you can use as props in the pictures. lassco.co.uk 

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Corinthia Hotel WESTMINSTER 150 £175

Take all the faff out of your wedding morning by booking into the ‘Movie Makeover Room’ (with Daniel Galvin hair salon and Hollywood make-up artist Lois Burwell) for a beauty blow-out. The restored Victorian ballroom, food by award-winning chef André Garrett and – shhh – sneaky snaps with cityscape panoramas taken from one of the penthouse suites make this a first-class wedding call. corinthia.com

The Lanesborough HYDE PARK CORNER 110 £140

From the moment you pull up to this Regency-era stunner in a chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce Phantom, your dream day begins. Menus are overseen by Michelin-starred chef Florian Favario, and you can book in with hairdresser-to-the-stars Daniel Galvin Jr, while Bruce Oldfield, the hotel’s exclusive couturier, can design your dress. Beautiful rooms include The Belgravia, which has mirrored blue Murano walls and hand-painted fresco ceilings. lanesborough.com

Hotel Café Royal SOHO 120 £108

No guest can fail to be impressed by the sheer opulence and glamour of the Louis XVI Pompadour Ballroom, with its mirrored panelled walls and fresco-covered ceiling. It’s one of the largest in the capital, with double doors leading to a private terrace with sweeping views down Regent Street. There’s a holistic attitude here, which means the Akasha spa nutritionists and trainers are on hand to help you prepare for the big day. hotelcaferoyal.com

The Dorchester MAYFAIR 430 £200

A private entrance on Park Lane leads to the glitzy Gold Room, a spellbinding drinks space with an epic crystal cage chandelier that houses Murano glass birds, that leads to the grand Art Deco ballroom beyond. For something more intimate, the baby blue Wedgwood-inspired Orchid Room or theatrical Pavilion Suite, based on Sleeping Beauty, with its own secret roof garden, are both sterling options. dorchestercollection.com

The Berkeley KNIGHTSBRIDGE 250 £80

Hands up who fancies nine weeks of couple’s pre-wedding health club and spa membership? Book your big day in the Ballroom here and it’s yours (as well as a personal consultation with bridal couturier Phillipa Lepley, whose creations are timeless sophistication to a tee). The space itself is cool and contemporary, with a 3D ceiling design and bespoke eucalyptus-wood panels on the walls. There’s an imaginative bowl-food selection, too, which includes truffle hot dogs and Lancashire hotpot. the-berkeley.co.uk

The Langham MARYLEBONE 250 £150

What a surprising oasis this is in the heart of the West End, with a lavish Grand Ballroom that overlooks a courtyard garden – one of the oldest in the capital. Food-wise, you’re in for a treat: the unique ‘Private Dining by Roux’ concept means your wedding breakfast will have all the hallmarks of classic French cooking but with a contemporary twist (the hotel can also cater for kosher and halal parties). langhamhotels.com

Rosewood London HOLBORN 350 £200

The contemporary Grand Ballroom with glittering chandeliers and a dance floor is the blockbuster space to book for weddings at this elegant, Grade II-listed hotel. Brides also loves the Event Studio – a really useful showcase of everything you might need, from glassware to linens – and the spoiling Sense spa with Matthew Curtis hair salon. For a next-day breakfast de-brief, hire the cosy Scarfes Bar. rosewoodhotels.com

The Connaught MAYFAIR 200 £83

Pull up outside this Mayfair marvel in a horse and carriage. From spectacular dinners for 40 in the intimate lavender- and ivory-hued Carlos Room, to a romantic reception for 200 in The Mayfair Room with antique mirrors and a sprung parquet floor for dancing, this hotel has it covered. And with two terrific restaurants under the same roof – Far East-inspired fare at Jean-Georges at the Connaught, and innovative French cuisine by Hélène Darroze – incredible menus are a given. the-connaught.co.uk

The Savoy STRAND 250 £200

Designed in the style of a Parisian salon, the Lancaster Ballroom is the largest of The Savoy’s celebration spaces – and, unusually, it also has a stage. There’s also the River Room for a chic cocktail reception (enlist the pianist from the American Bar to play, if you can), half a dozen private dining rooms and a Royal Suite overlooking the Thames, with a capacity of just 20 for intimate weddings. The in-house floral team’s bouquets are amazing. fairmont.com/savoy-london

Old Marylebone Town Hall 100

It’s no wonderso many famous faces(Sir Paul McCartney, Liam Gallagher) have married at this renowned venue, which is now even smarter after a recentspruce-up. Seven beautifulspaces are all named after different areas of the capital (The Soho Room is a favourite) – and ask about finishing touches,such as Prosecco for post-ceremony toasts and all-female musical trio Blue Topaz Strings on the supplierlist. adaytoremember.london

One Whitehall Place WESTMINSTER 250 £125

This majestic Victorian masterpiece adjoins The Royal Horseguards Hotel on Victoria Embankment. Bookish brides will be drawn to the Gladstone Library, restored to its former splendour with original tiled pillars and 30,000 replica books lining the shelves (drift from here to the neighbouring Reading and Writing Room for drinks with river vistas). Top-hat-wearing doormen, the sweeping marble staircase and glittering chandeliers all add to the sense of occasion. guoman.com

The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple TEMPLE 100 £53

A real hidden treasure, Middle Temple is one of the ancient Inns of Court and steeped in tradition. Brides’ pick isthe Elizabethan Hall (those stained-glass windows!), then head out for a garden reception for up to 750. In-house chefs will whip up anything from a formalsupperto canapés, and there’s an extensivewine cellarto raid forthe toasts. middletemplevenue.co.uk

Want to be a bride in one of the most famous buildingsin the world? A wedding at the House of Commons awaits…

AKE HISTORY OF YOUR OWN BY MARRYING IN ONE OF THE MOST famous buildings in the world: the House of Commons. An extraordinary landmark that has been the backdrop to some of the most unforgettable turning points in British history – is there a better venue for making the most romantic statement of your life? The House of Commons forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers a unique sense of occasion for couples saying ‘I do’.

Here, you can enjoy a licensed ceremony in front of 150 guests in the Members’ Dining Room, with views overlooking the River Thames, or the more intimate oak-panelled Jubilee Room for a gathering of up to 60. Once you’ve exchanged those all-important vows, it’s time to celebrate.

The House of Commons team are pros at organising glittering events, and your special day is top of the agenda – the venue can provide anything you wish, from a five-course, seated wedding breakfast or lavish afternoon tea fit for the Queen to impressive riverside drinks in the chic, light-filled Thames or Terrace Pavilions overlooking the water. The festivities don’t end there. Why not treat your wedding guests to a guided tour of the House of Commons’ and the House of Lords’ debating chambers on the big day? Or delight foodies by heading to the House of Commons for tastings with their awardwinning chefs. Then send friends and family off with memories of your amazing day that they’ll never forget. And nor will you.

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I sourced the sequined table runners from H&M, sewing four together to make the long tablecloth. I also went charity-shop hunting every weekend to fnd diferent vases, candle holders and doilies for the reception – I wanted an eclectic vibe.I loved the idea of my gown being vintage.

Te minute I tried on what I call my ‘disco dress’ I knew it was perfect – far from traditional, twinkly and a little quirky!I bought four pairs of shoes in total because I was trying to resist some amazing Christian Louboutins I had my eye on. I folded in the end – they were just too perfect (and I kept the other four pairs!).

The head chef created a four-course bespoke menu for us with all our favourite foods, including sirloin of beef and duck-egg tart, and desserts such as banana sorbet and dark chocolate cremeux.

He even sourced a pregnancy-friendly cheese course for my friend, who was six months’ pregnant. We provided baskets with pashminas and flip-flops so that guests could stay warm and join us on the beach for photos – they were then free to keep them.

My top tip Work with suppliers that you feel like you could be friends with – you might have to spend a lot of time with them.

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From beach venues to country receptions, this team of experts are ready and waiting to help you tailor-make your dream, bespoke wedding abroad. Make sure to speak to their UK representative, Susan, she got married herself in the Algarve before she joined the team so she is the ultimate go-to for your planning needs!

algarveweddingplanners.comChateau MagicPut some south of France magic into your wedding day and hire this stunning wine estate, Château Beâuchene, exclusively for all of your friends and family. Picture having your ceremony in the front garden of the castle before enjoying a lavish al fresco reception in the beautiful courtyard.

Located in the desirable and historic RhÔne region in Provence, you are sure to impress with the estate wines, and scrumptious French food – this is guaranteed to be a real gourmet treat for your lucky guests! chateaubeauchene.comDestination: Fabulous!Dreaming o f having your wedding in Italy or France but overwhelmed by the choice and worried about over-stretching your budget? Ingrid Brodin, Founder of WHITE ICE has travelled the length and breadth of Italy and the south of France for her boutique events company and has discovered all their hidden gems.

From private beaches accessible in the highest of heels, to forgotten monasteries framed by the canopy of starlit nights and Art Deco villas with picture-perfect English gardens the choice is endless. For more information go to whiteiceevents.com

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The venue We had our ceremony at Sudbury Town Hall, which is a gorgeous, grand building – and much cheaper than having a registrar come to a wedding venue. For our reception, I stumbled on website sufolkvillagehalls.co.uk and found Harkstead Village Hall. Itcost £650 to hire from midday on Friday (meaning we could decorate it ourselves) until midday on Sunday.The caTeringWe didn’t want a formal dinner and a hog roast suited the vibe of the day.

Porkyshogroasts.co.uk ofers catering packages for £1,800, which include tapas when guests arrive, a whole hog roast, turkey roast and vegetable paella with various types of saladsbreads and sauces for dinner, followed by a barbecue at night. We shopped around for a catererbecause we didn’t want one who supplied drinks. Instead, we boughtPimm’s and all our wine and prosecco from Majestic Wine.

The flowers

We went for local Ipswich forist Twigby Michael Pooley (twigfowers.co.ukHe asked for our budget and coloursand told me how he could make themost of it. Instead of getting bloomswe wanted that were out of season, headvised us on alternatives that weregrown locally and in season, savingus £1 per stem. We could supply ourown vases, saving us another £200.Our family and friends started collecting jars and donating vases, pots and jugs.

We spent £700 and weren’t short of fowers.The enTerTainMenTSimon proposed at Latitude Festival while my favourite band, Admiral Fallow, was playing my favourite song, so music was always going to be a big part of the day. Instead of a ‘wedding band’, we found Dr Bluegrass And Te Illbilly 8 at a local folk festival. Tey had another wedding to play that evening, but became our ‘frst act’, during our drinks reception. Our second banddropped out nine days before the wedding so I took to Twitter to fnd a replacement – and singer-songwriter Big Finn was booked within hours. Afer dinner we had a ceilidh band – made up of musicians that a colleague of Simon’s put together for free – and a friend of a friend DJ’d (model Izzy Lawrence).

We had four ‘acts’ for £1,000 – a big part of our budget, but it really made the wedding for us.The dressesI found the dress I loved – a tea-length lace number – at Berketex Bride in Glasgow with my mum. I knew it was the one as soon as I put it on, but we went for lunch to mull it over. When we went back, they ofered 25 per cent of if we bought it there and then – I was sold! My Upper Street shoes were actually a press gif (bonus), and I did my own make-up afer a lesson at a Bobbi Brown counter in Fenwick.

My veil was another etsy.com fnd and cost £50. I bought the bridesmaid dresses at asos.com (£35 each), and then my mum made sashes out of our family tartan – paired withtheir own nude shoes. Te fower girl dresses were from bhs.com (£30 each).The decorEveryone pitched in to decorate the hall on the Friday afernoon. We made one string of bunting using my family tartan, but it was cheaper to buy plain bunting from amazon.co.uk (£4 per string). I made place names using luggage labels and glitter. We also made mix CDs for everyone as favours – they cost about £8 in total.The cakeTis was made by a colleague of Simon’s – a two-tiered chocolate cake as a wedding present.

She was up for 36 hours straight making it!

The photographer used to work for the East Anglian Daily Times, so I asked one of their photographers to take our pictures. My Top TipKnow your budget and stick to it. I went to a wedding fair and was told I couldn’t organise a wedding with our budget or time frame (10 months). Find suppliers who’ll work creatively with the money you have.

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You’ve devoured the magazine, spent eachevening on our website and religiously follow Brides’ Twitter and Facebook pagesBut nothing compares to joining us live forthe experience of our fabulous show.

Aferthe huge success of our frst event – with 130 luxury suppliers on display, 5,500 brides-to-be in attendance and 3,500 glasses of champagne sipped – we’re inviting you to join us again this spring. On 22 & 23 March 2014, you’ll see the dresses from our gorgeous shoots up closesmell those beautiful fowers, and sample delicious canapés and champagnes, as wellas meet the team that creates the UK’s No.1 bridal magazine.

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It was difcult pitching it to our families – but they soon got into the spirit afer we showed them a moodboard of our vision.

We collected circus-style decor details from secondhand shops – including a stufed elephant and a toy carousel – to put on our gif table.

My mother made the top-hat cake topper and my father created the signs, while Peter and I arranged all the fowers, including my bouquet, ourselves. Our dessert table was flled with fairground treats including candyfoss and popcorn, with striped straws for the drinks. We continued the circus theme across the “ticket” invites, menus and table plans.’

She says: ‘I wanted to have a fun, fancy-dress wedding that was still elegant – I fnd traditional weddings too formal.

Luckily Tim loves dressing up as much as I do! Each of the guests was given a diferent theme – the bridal party was “the birds and the bees”.

I was a white peacock with blue peacock bridesmaids and Tim dressed as a bee, with his best man as a beekeeper.

Each table also had a theme. For the “Fairytales” one, I made a tiny gingerbread house as a centrepiece. We were careful to have a classic venue, beautiful fowers and a stunning cake made by my mum so the day wouldn’t look tacky. It felt like a magical dream.’

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Throw an exquisite and elegant garden party by dressing a relaxed, natural setting with extreme opulence: think brass candelabras, twinkling chandeliers, vintage dessert trolleys, Grecian urns and plenty of gold. Ofset the scene with fresh whites and leafy greens, maximising the lavish fora with verdant arches, moss-covered letters, and table runners bursting with succulentsStyling michelle Pierre-carr Photographs eddie Juddthe wedding Party Bride: Silk-radzimir dress, £2,800, amsale.com.

Quartz and rhodium bracelet, £215, and quartz and rhodium earrings, £119, Stephanie Browne at luellasboudoir.co.uk. Groom: Wool and silk suit, £499; shirt, £49.99; tie, from £30; and shoes, £275, Oliver Sweeney at stephenbishopsuiting.com. Buttonhole (rosette and pearl succulents), from £7.50, thewhiteorchid.co.uk. Bridesmaid, flower girls and pageboy: Outfits, see overleaf. Bespoke archway, £788, partumis-metal.com. Floral arch (Avalanche roses and spray roses, hydrangeas, ivy strands and willow).

Ann says: ‘Tis is a stunning dress – I love the asymmetric design and, of course, the gorgeous coloured feathers. It would be great for a very lavish wedding.’Philip says: ‘Tis is my least favourite design.

I can appreciate the art in creating it, but I am big on frst impressions and I don’t like it – I don’t think that it’s suitable for a wedding. I am a little traditional in that way! Perhaps I’d like it more if it was white.’an oversized, coloured feather train make this a head-turning creation for any ‘look-at-me!’ bride Ruched, curve-clinging fabric and statement feathers.

LATEX

A stunning fishtail train with lace detailing and an hourglass corset make this dress undeniably sexy

Anna says: ‘Although it’s exquisite, I can’t say it’s the most comfortable gown. If I wore this sticky latex and extremely tight corset I’m not sure how much I could enjoy the day! It took a specialist latex person (and masses of talc) to get me into it – I can’t imagine what it would be like to get of on my wedding night.’Philip says: ‘I love it! Vintage but so contemporary at the same time.

I think Anna looks hot in it but… it’s latex. I know this material is ridiculously uncomfortable, so perhaps not ideal for a wedding.’Latex dress, £1,950, amstatik.com. Gold earrings, £10,500; 0.75ct diamond bangle, £7,500, and 1ct diamond bangle, £8,750, jessicamccormack.com. Bouquet (red naomi roses and hydrangeas), from £85, jamieaston.com. Satin peep-toe heels, £425, jimmychoo.com →detailing and an hourglass corset make this dress undeniably sexyA stunning fishtail train with lace latex lace.

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Like a grown-up Little Red Riding Hood, this billowing silk cape adds girlie charm to a boudoir sexy empire-line slip.

2 REEM ACRA

Blanche DuBois meets Scarlett O’Hara in an oyster silk Mikado and lace applique, A-line strapless gown swathed in a feather-trimmed sheer coat.

3 BADGLEY MISCHKA

This fantasy flapper dress has all the bling you need with fringe beaded cowl neck and shimmering tulle skirt.

4 MONIQUE LHUILLIER

Winter weddings will welcome this perfectly modern pairing of striking platinum embellished bodice and voluminous multi-ruffled tulle skirt.

5 MARCHESA

Soft lines embody this ethereal silk-tulle dress with sheer overlay and bell sleeves smothered in handmade floral appliques and re-embroidered lace.

6 TEMPERLEY

A ’50s-inspired duchesssatin evening coat over a silk-organza hi-lo hem strapless gown are given a modern twist with crystals and metallic stitchwork.

7 JENNY PACKHAM

Downton’s Lady Mary meets Titania in this twinkling burnished gold embellished tulle dress with bracelet sleeves and softly flowing skirt with ribbon belt.

8 VERA WANG

Don’t just reserve peonies for the bouquet. I love this ‘look at me’ strapless ballgown with swagged tulle and lace appliqued skirt with oversized bloom.

9 CLAIRE PETTIBONE

Prepare for a demure Mr Darcy moment in this Jane Austen-inspired empire-line lace dress with cap sleeves and oh-so-pretty sweetheart neckline – just add flushed cheeks and fluttering lashes!

10 CAROLINA HERRERA

Perfect for a slick city wedding, this super cute bell-skirted dress gets a touch of cartoonish whimsy with Betty Boop polka dots and baby blue bows.

Show off your most treasured big-day beauty products in this leather make-up bag, £550, anyahindmarch.com

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Our gift list was i tin.y (cough)

I asked guests to bring a six- inch square of pastel-coloured material. Then my mum sewed them together to make a massive quilt’ Lucie, 30, Chester

‘My fiance’s father’s new girlfriend bought us a tray of Ferrero Rocher wrapped with a ribbon. Push the boat out!’

Phoebe, 28, Cheltenham

‘I have to dust off the hideous ostrich statue every time my aunt visits. It’s terrifying and makes my baby scream.’

Chloe, 29, Bristol

‘I love my Philippe Starck Ghost chairs: they work in every room and still look pristine and timeless after four years.’

Jenni, 36, London

‘A full set of Soho Home tableware; it’s like eating at Babington House every day!’

Astrid, 35, Guildford

‘A horrid black dish that looks like a cycling helmet – and wasn’t on our list. It’s been passed on as a joke birthday present through our families for 10 years now!’ John, 37, London

‘Boring, I know, but having new fluffy John Lewis bath towels, after years of horrid student ones, was one of the loveliest treats on our list!’ Gemma, 29, London

‘We use our

Champagne saucers all the time; they’re so decadent and retro, and we’d never have bought them ourselves. The only negative: they’re a nightmare to stack!’ Olivia, 34, Manchester.

‘AND THE DISASTER GIFTS WE COULD HAVE DONE WITHOUT!’

‘We asked for a really posh Weber barbecue and genuinely thought no one would buy it, but all our close friends pitched in and we spent the summer hosting incredible “thank you” barbecues – it felt like the wedding carried on for weeks!’

Laura, 34, Bristol

‘The one thing , I fa glad I asked for’

Take your gift-list shopping cue from real brides, ^Mwho listed it, received it and still love it…MI

‘We added “experiences” to our honeymoon registry, which my fiance thought was naff. But it was the best part of the trip: we did horse riding, snorkelling, canoeing… things we’d never have booked ourselves.’

Ali, 37, Southampton

‘We’d just bought a new house – an empty shell – so we asked our guests to create our living roomlwith items we chose from interior design company studioonline.co.uk.’ Sam, 30, Londor

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