Modern weddings are filled with creativity, celebration, and a little bit of breaking tradition, and over the past few years, a new trend has been quietly taking the party world by storm - the Sten-Do. Combining the best of a stag do and a hen party, Sten-Do’s are...
For wealthy car lovers the Supercar has become a must have. The media regularly reports on the performance and classic vehicles owned by celebrities. They have also taken to reporting from Supercar “hotspots”, such as Alderley Edge, where the number of Supercars is so...
Wedding hair advice from award-winning celebrity stylist and founder of Melissa Salons, Melissa Timperley. Tame Frizz with Targeted Treatments One of the biggest problems my clients ask me about is how to tame frizz. For frizzy and unruly hair, one of my...
Gifts with heart and energy are quickly becoming the modern couple’s go-to when it comes to choosing wedding favours. Newlyweds are leaning toward favours that feel personal, symbolic, and meaningful, and one thoughtful trend that’s gaining popularity is giving the...
New research from investec.com has revealed that almost half of all couples planning a wedding in the next five years want to ask their guests to help with the costs. Here, we dive deeper into the stats, to consider whether asking your guests to help out would...
Pilates and Barre instructor Kirsty, and her hubby Andrew, tied the knot (twice), earlier this year. The pair, who met during the 2020 lockdown, celebrated their ‘legal wedding’ at Sale Town Hall - the place where Kirsty grew up. The ceremony was an intimate, family...
The happy couple, who both work in weddings, tied the knot in the summer of 2024, at a historic house in Lancashire. But before that, the pair enjoyed a festive proposal during a family holiday to Switzerland… “We got engaged on Christmas Day,” smiles Lauren, “it was...
Anaesthetic doctor and aesthetics clinic owner Ed married flight attendant Nick in a ceremony close to home earlier this year. A chance meeting at the Hale Country Club after the last COVID-19 lockdown a few years ago brought the couple together. They have been...
We chat with Carley to get all her destination wedding details, after she and her wife Ciara tied the knot in sunny Portugal. The businesswomen, who’ve been together for eight years, wed overseas last summer. “We liked the idea of everyone being together in the sun,...
I’m writing this whilst reflecting on what has been a whirlwind few weeks for me and my family. On 16th March, I married my beautiful partner Sadie, and it was the culmination of what felt like an eternity of planning and organisation, with countless nights and...
Wedding season is fast approaching, so we’ve put together a list of our favourite places in Cheshire to get wed… Hilltop Country House The venue with a view…Hilltop Country House is home to a charming 17th century house and marquee surrounded by gardens with flowers...
You've found the one you love, now for the venue... Village Cheadle's expert team of wedding coordinators have worked hard to ensure that they can make everyone’s dream day become a reality. From weddings and civil partnerships to partner celebrations and more - big...
34-year-old recruitment business owner Jonny wed Millie, who turned 30 just after the wedding, in a summertime Spanish ceremony. “We first met in our local village through a mutual friend who was actually Jonny’s best man,” says Millie. And the rest as they say is...
Slack & Andrews have been part of your story since 1961... Who We Are In 1961, Ernest Henry Slack and Robert Eric Andrews formed Slack & Andrews Manufacturing, a journey that would span seven decades and beyond. The company is now in its third...
Daniel and Jessica, a lawyer and a doctor, met via Christian dating app SALT, with Daniel popping the question back in May 2021. “It was a total surprise,” Jessica says, “Daniel proposed in St Ives, Cornwall. He’d set up a picnic with Champagne on the beach, it was...
We love nothing more than a great engagement at Cheshire Engaged. So when we heard about Sale-based artist Caroline Boyd’s latest business offering bespoke wall art for newly engaged couples, we had to find out more... Boy Oh Boy Caroline is an illustrator, brand...
Give the gift of tradition this year - would your other half thank you? “I saved up for months, scoured online and went through 3 personal shoppers before finally finding these Hermes cufflinks. I was so excited to give it to him, but he insisted I open mine first. It...
Some people don’t count these affairs as cheating and others do. With no physical relationship in an emotional affair, how do family lawyers view it and is it grounds for a divorce? We find out from Frances Bentley. There’s been a lot of focus recently on emotional...
Sion, 42 and Paul, 39 got hitched with a luxurious wedding at a Welsh country hall after two decades in a relationship. “It was planning our 20th anniversary party that inspired us to get wed,” Sion says. The pair originally met at the one gay night a month that was...
So you’re getting married? Congratulations! I’ve been there and done that (a little while ago though), so I know the excitement of venue finding, dress buying and picking out décor. One thing you’ll certainly need to remember is to get your skincare sorted. Regardless...
Local family lawyer Amanda McAlister teamed up with best friend Jo Hoddes from Revellers Events to organise a surprise bridal shower for her family and close friends. Her bold and bright bridal shower was held in a private dining room in Alderley Edge. The colourful...
Sportswear buyer Kirsty married electrical engineer Stephen back in a summer ceremony at Heaton House Farm, Macclesfield. “It was third time lucky for us really,” Kirsty explains, “our first attempt was in July 2020 and then again in July 2021, but COVID halted all...
Jess gives us the lowdown on her magnificent Maldives proposal... Congrats on your engagement! How long have you been together? Thank you. We’ve been a couple for 3 years. What was your first date like? We met during the lockdown so we couldn’t do much. Our first date...
Adam and Eva tied the knot in a summer ceremony in Greece, after connecting online over 10 years ago. Strangely, neither of us remember becoming friends on Facebook ten years ago,” says Eva, “we didn’t have any friends in common, and Adam lived in Wigan! To this day...
The classic white wedding dress has been in fashion since the days of Queen Victoria, but over the decades bridal fashion trends have changed significantly. From loose dresses in 1910, flapper- styles in the 1920s, ball gowns in the 1950s and mutton sleeves in the...
Typically, twilight weddings are held after 5pm, depending on the time of year. Most venues offer twilight wedding packages between the months of September-March, the summer sun often doesn’t set until past 9pm, and you won’t want to be waiting around until then!...
KATIE AND JON ORIGINALLY TIED THE KNOT IN A SECRET REGISTRY OFFICE CEREMONY ON 6TH JUNE. THEIR BIG WEDDING WEEKEND TOOK PLACE AT THE STUNNING ANANTARA VILLA PADIERNA PALACE IN SPAIN. The weekend consisted of the nuptials, a family golf competition, and a fabulous...
It’s the night before the wedding, and you’ve got all your girls (our guys) in one place. Here’s what you’ll need to create the perfect bridal slumber party for your bride squad. Pyjamas, £32 Personalised Make Up Bag, £15 Green & Gold Chrome Large Balloon Arch,...
So the big day is all done and dusted, and now you’re preparing to jet off on honeymoon. Here are some handy hints to make the universal pet peeve that is holiday packing that little bit easier. INVEST IN SMALL LUGGAGE CUBES If your case doesn’t have compartments or...
Chloe and Chad have been together for 7 years and are tying the knot next June. The bride to be talks us through the proposal and their future plans... “I’ve always known of Chad,” she says, “we met through friends a long time ago and have been together for seven...
We discuss engagement details with Matilda, whose fiancé Frank proposed just before their 14th anniversary. How did you guys meet? We’re childhood sweethearts! We met when we were 15 at school and have been together ever since. That’s so sweet, does that mean you...
Set upon the hilltop overlooking stunning Lake Windermere, The Belsfield Hotel is the perfect venue for all occasions no matter how big or small. From intimate birthday dinners or anniversary nights away in the Lakes, to lavish weddings overlooking crystal clear...
The coronavirus pandemic meant Natalie and Lewis, who’ve been together for nine years, had to sacrifice their dream wedding in las vegas for a smaller more local affair. “Lewis and I met as teenagers when I was working at McDonald’s on the Drive Thru,” laughs Natalie,...