Inspirations

To assist you to create your day your way, there are many sources of inspiration: bridal magazines, local wedding fairs, national shows, internet wedding sites, wedding blogs, etc. Wedding magazine are a boon for every bride-to.be: packed with pictures and with addictive "real weddings" pages to inspire you. Magazines advice on the latest and upcoming trends, new products and publications, offer remedies for every problem, and advice on every aspect of your day. They run features on every conceivable topic from how to look fantastic for a fiver and styling your wedding mellow yellow.

Local and national fairs showcase companies and individuals offering everything you'll need to plan and host your day. It's an opportunity not only to seek inspiration, but to talk to those working full-time on weddings and benefit from their experience and expertise.

Local brides' guides publications and the Web are also valuable tools. There are thousands of wedding sites going on-line every month. Many of them have chat rooms where brides can usefully exchange ideas and information. But be aware of those sites that are purely a forum for advertising and are not offering impartial advice.