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27/08/2015

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26/08/2015

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Slaley Hall celebrates 20th Anniversary with a Luxe Lounge about Family Fun Day on Sunday 30th August and help raise money for Cash for Kids!

05/08/2015

Slaley Hall is celebrating its 20th Birthday in August and they are inviting you to their party!

13/04/2015

Welcome to Luxe Magazine 's first Wedding Essentials and the stylish surroundings of Matfen Hall Hall for our ultimate gown gallery.

01/04/2015

NORTH East brides-to-be will be able to snap up half price designer wedding gowns at an end of season sale – with a special prize for one lucky woman.

From Thursday 9 to Saturday 11 April, the award-winning Kathryn S Trueman Bridal & Occasions shop, at Bridge Street, Morpeth, is slashing the price of around 70 designer dresses by up to 50% to make way for new stock.

The gowns, from designers such as Claire Pettibone Cymbeline and Terry Fox Wedding Dresses will be samples in a range of styles and sizes from the 2013 and 2014 collections.

ONE LUCKY WOMAN lucky woman will be able to walk away with a designer gown of her choice receiving a huge 50% discount on any dress in store. In advance of the sale, the shop is asking brides-to-be to write in, explaining why they deserve to win 50% off their dream dress.

The shop’s owner Kathryn Trueman will then pick a winner who will be able to choose any dress in the shop and receive this gown half price. “The dress is a major part of every bride’s wedding,” said Kathryn, “and, through the sale, around 70 women will be able to buy the dress of their dreams at a fraction of the normal cost. “One deserving bride, though, will get the best gift of all; a choice of any designer dress with 50% off. She can choose it from any department of the shop including our current collections. This bride will also receive VIP treatment including Champagne and other treats, and will have sole access to the shop on Thursday 9th April at 4pm to choose her gown, in advance of our sample sale opening at 5pm.”

Entries must be sent to [email protected] by no later than 2pm on Wednesday 8 April. The winner will be notified by 4pm that day and must be able to visit the shop at 4pm the following day – in advance of the sale - to choose their prize.

The sale will take place from 5pm to 8pm on 9 April and from 10am to 5pm on 10 and 11 April.

For further information please call Kathryn S Trueman Bridal and Occasions on 01670 511917 or visit www.kathrynstrueman.co.uk.

30/03/2015

Vintage at Number 18 are a unique shop based in Newcastle, offering one-of-a-kind original vintage wedding dresses, individually designed vintage inspired wedding dresses and made to measure bridesmaids dresses in their bespoke studio. In addition, they have an alteration service to ensure your dress fits you perfectly.

If you are looking for something more personal, they have a designer on board who can make you the vintage style dress of your dreams.

All our dresses are made to order, prices include fittings and alterations; we can make other styles if required.

T: 0191 232 8181
E: [email protected]
W: www.vintageatnumber18.co.uk

Or visit us (by appointment only) at The Square Bubble, 18A Blandford Square, Newcastle, NE1 4HZ

17/03/2015

Located just minutes from the famous Grey Street Just The Way You Are - Plus Size Bridal Boutique offers the very best plus-size bridal gowns in the North East of England.

They cater specifically for brides with curves and have chosen the most popular designer collections just for you within their beautiful boutique.

At Just The Way You Are, they encourage our brides to try on a range of dresses from their stunning collections to find the perfect gown for their special day, offering a personal and friendly service they aim to provide our brides with a truly memorable experience.

Appointments are available throughout the week, weekends and from week commencing 6th April, evening appointments Wednesday to Saturday. They offer 2 hour appointmentsto allow brides the time to try on a variety of gowns in their size and receive the personal experience that every bride deserves.

Stocking gowns in UK sizes 18 to 32 in a variety of styles, beautiful handmade one of a kind tiaras, headdresses by Halo & Co (who are famous for their work at London Fashion Week) and design-your-own veils, Just The Way You Are gives brides the freedom to have exactly what they want on their special day.

Just The Way You Are
42 Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 1PG
T: 0191 261 0778
E: [email protected]
W: www.justthewayyouarebridal.co.uk

16/03/2015

Dream Wedding Winners Announced

South Shields couple Stacey Normandale and Graeme Ballands have won the wedding of their dreams in a unique competition ran by Metro Radio Cash for Kids Metro Radio in partnership with Mr Mattress New Bridge Street Bedding Centre.

Stacey, 27, a business centre manager and Graeme, 28, an engineer, took on a head-to head charity fundraising challenge against five other local couples to win the once in a lifetime prize of an all expenses wedding. The competition saw couples take on a series of fundraising challenges and events over a two week period. All of the couples got friends, family and colleagues involved and organised activities across the region such as toddle waddles, coffee mornings, dress down days, band nights, quiz nights, bag packs and one of the potential grooms even getting a chest wax.

The total raised by all of the couples reached a staggering £23,799 for Cash for Kids, who helps disabled and disadvantaged children in this region. The winning couple Stacey and Graeme raised an incredible £13,191.46 through the help of family, friends, colleagues and supporters who rallied behind the likeable couple to make their dreams come true.

The spectacular prize includes the wedding ceremony, drink and canapés reception, full three course wedding breakfast with wine, evening buffet and live entertainment plus overnight accommodation in a 4 poster suite all at Macdonald Linden Hall Hotel

The prize also includes stunning dresses for the bride and bridesmaids, groomswear, wedding cake, bridal car, photographer, room decorations, stag party, photobooth hire, white doves, bridal jewellery, all topped off with a fantastic honeymoon by Royal Caribbean International courtesy of Thomas Cook Group plus their very own wedding planner to take all of the stress away.
The winners will also feel the personal touch with individually designed wedding rings from Clusters Bespoke Jewellery , who are specialists in engagement and wedding rings.

Bride and groom to be Stacey and Graeme screamed with joy when they were announced as winners of the competition. Stacey, tearful and full of emotion commented “I’m just so happy, we worked our backsides off for this and I can’t believe it. Whatever the outcome, we were really proud of the amount we’d raised for Cash for Kids and we’ve loved the whole experience.” Graeme said “I’m fighting back the tears to be honest. I want to thank all of our family and friends for their amazing support, we couldn’t have done it without them.”

13/03/2015

Make weekend plans, Bake mum a cake, pick some daffs, buy her a country cottage, why not?
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Bit of an admission; my Mother’s Day will be part shared with Spandau Ballet on some kind of sixth form swoony revisit. No frilly white shirt and knickerbocker combo this time, more’s the pity.

05/03/2015

Dawn Marie Wedding & Event Design Wedding Fair this Sunday 8th March at Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa, Chathill, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE67 5DN

Dawn Marie is proud to be hosting the 3rd Elite Wedding Fair at Doxford Hall - one of the regions most popular wedding venues. A stunning, award winning Hotel set in the heart of beautiful Northumberland.Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa is a unique and magical venue for your very special day. Each wedding is tailored to your exact requirements - from an intimate gathering to grand celebrations. This is your perfect chance to view an exceptional wedding venue...

Free admission, complimentary drinks, canapés and FANTASTIC wedding offers available if you book on the day.

Meet 25 of the very best, local wedding suppliers ready to discuss your very individual requirements including Dawn Marie, the regions longest established, independent wedding planner, local registrars who can answer all your questions about Civil Ceremonies, the experienced Doxford Events Team will also be available to show you around, answer your questions and check available dates

GREAT WEDDING OFFER FROM DOXFORD HALL - IF YOU BOOK YOUR WEDDING AT THE FAIR (or before 16th March 2015 following a visit to the Fair) RECEIVE COMPLIMENTARY ROOM HIRE FOR YOUR MARRIAGE CEREMONY!

Open 1pm - 4pm

Admission and parking free, complimentary reception drinks and canapés

To find out more about wedding planning, Elite Wedding Events, business consultations or the Trusted Partners Association, please contact Dawn Marie by:

Telephone: 01670 733 906 / 07717 220 556
Email: [email protected]
Based in Northumberland, 10 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne
www.dawnmariewed.co.uk/home

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05/03/2015

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05/03/2015

BRIDES CAN TRADE TRADITION FOR AFTERNOON TEA…

A LEADING North-East venue is giving brides-to-be the chance to trade in their traditional wedding breakfast for afternoon tea.

Ramside Hall Hotel County Durham, is running a Summer Marquee Afternoon Tea package, giving couples and their guests the chance to indulge in afternoon tea on the big day.

The wedding reception, which will be held in an outdoor marquee, gives brides and grooms the chance to celebrate in the grounds of one of the region’s most picturesque venues throughout the summer months.

The package, which caters for 60 day time guests and 100 evening guests, includes a dedicated wedding co-ordinator and a host of added extras such as a red carpet arrival and reception drink, afternoon tea with a glass of wine and a glass of sparkling wine for the toast.

The evening celebration includes a buffet and a disco and gives guests direct access to Ramside Hall Hotel’s extensive gardens and views of its championship golf course.

The Summer Marquee Afternoon Tea package, priced at £3200, also includes a complimentary overnight stay for the bride and groom on the evening of the wedding in one of the venue’s junior suites.

It is available in May and September 2015 and on other limited dates throughout the summer.

For more information visit www.ramsidehallhotel.co.uk or contact the venue on 0191 386 5282.


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