Originally a symbol of fertility and broken over the bride’s head, the wedding cake has become the central focus of every wedding reception.
If you want to go for a traditional option, a rich fruit cake decorated with royal icing is still a popular choice. Chocoholics may prefer a chocolate sponge cake or if you’re planning [...]
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Cakes and Cake Decorations
Bridal Wear
Whether you have a clear picture of your perfect wedding dress or are bewildered by all the choices open to you, it is vital that you get the professional advice you need in plenty of time, to make sure that you look your very best on the big day.
First think about the time of year [...]
Wedding Favours
Traditionally wedding favours originated in Italy where they are called ‘Bomboniere’ and traditionally the gift of five sugared almonds were given to guests to represent wealth, health, happiness, long life and fertility.
The tradition continues today but these days edible delights include boxes of handmade chocolates, fudge and even biscuits. If you’re on a budget home [...]
A Civil Ceremony
Following a change in the law, civil weddings have become as popular as those in religious venues and provide the chance to go creative with your plans by having a theme to match your chosen venue. Medieval style weddings would be perfect for your castle wedding, whereas a top and tails / “Ladies’ Day” theme [...]
Honeymoon Advice
1. Book Early
Most couples marry in the summer – peak travel season. So whatever you do, don’t leave booking your honeymoon til the last minute. If it is to be the trip of a lifetime with memories to last forever, you’ll need to plan in advance to make sure you get what you both want.
2. [...]
Planning Your Wedding Ceremony
The first decision to make is whether you would like a traditional church wedding or a civil ceremony.
Church of England Weddings
If you live in the same parish as the church you wish to marry in, contact your minister who will explain the banns system to you. This is the announcement of your intention to marry [...]
Top Ten Funky Party Ideas
Not all venues allow candles, so if you would like a romantic, candlelit wedding breakfast, why not use battery-powered candles? If you place lots of them around the room they can look very effective.
Position a large, empty picture frame at your reception venue and request the each of your guests stand behind it to have [...]
Wedding Stress Relief
When you’re up to you’re neck in favours, flowers and feuding families, it’s easy to feel like you’re about to have a break down. But don’t panic yet! The Designer Card Company has some tips for you to help you keep your wedding planning stress to a minimum.
Be Well Organised
In fact, be exceptionally organised. Make [...]
Your Wedding Cars
Vintage or classic cars are the most popular choice for weddings but there are a few alternatives if you want to make a grand entrance! Whatever you decide The Designer Card Company have a few to tips to help you arrange your wedding transport.
You should look for a well-established, professional company, which is still likely [...]
Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Wedding Band
You are sure to have a diverse range of guests at your wedding. Whether your guests are eight or eighty they will all need to be entertained. So how do you go about choosing the perfect band for your wedding? The Designer Card Company is here to give you some helpful tips.
Shop Around
Take a good [...]