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You deserve a wedding that’s as unique as you, which is why we have thousands of inspirational wedding planning ideas to personalise your day. From décor inspiration to the latest trends, wedding themes to wedding favours, dates ideas to gift ideas, you’ll find everything you need to know about wedding planning here.

Hitched Wedding Trends Report: 11 Key Trends for 2024
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Wondering what the biggest wedding trends will be for 2024 and beyond? We've got the biggest wedding trends for the year ahead right here
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40 Adorable Engagement Gifts for Couples From as Little as £8
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From neon love lights and game sets to Champagne boxes and watercolour paintings, these engagement gifts are every bit as sweet as they are unique
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65 Unusual Wedding Favours Your Guests Won't Have Received Before
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Surprise your guests with a wedding favour that's a little bit different! We've rounded up 65 of the most unusual wedding favours around to inspire you
40th Wedding Anniversary Gifts: 30 of the Best Ruby-Inspired Ideas
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40th wedding anniversaries are a cause for celebration, and what better way to celebrate your ruby wedding anniversary than with a gift inspired by the precious stone?
20th Wedding Anniversary Gifts: 25 China and Platinum Present Ideas
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Celebrate 20 years of marriage with the traditional gift of china, or splash out on the modern gift of platinum. We've rounded up our favourite ideas to suit all budgets here
11th Wedding Anniversary Gifts: 25 Steel Gift Ideas
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Celebrate your 11th wedding anniversary with the traditional gift of steel or go for the modern alternative of jewellery
30th Wedding Anniversary Gifts: 25 Thoughtful Pearl Anniversary Ideas
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Whether you're looking for a gift for a special couple you know or you're celebrating your own 30th wedding anniversary, here are the best 30th wedding anniversary gift ideas
How to Begin a Wedding Speech: 20 Speech Introductions
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Got to give a speech but don't know where to begin? Our wedding speech introduction examples will help you get started
How to Put Together a Wedding Guest List (and the 5 People to Cross Off Immediately)
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Trying to work out how to put together a wedding guest list that makes everyone happy? Our guide will help you navigate the politics – and make sure everyone you love is where they need to be on your big day
12th Wedding Anniversary Gift Guide: 25 Silk & Pearl Ideas
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Browse traditional silk gifts to celebrate your 12th wedding anniversary, or take a look at the modern alternative – pearl
35 3rd Wedding Anniversary Gifts: Traditional & Modern Ideas
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The 3rd year of marriage is a mini-milestone to celebrate. Leather, pearl, crystal and glass are the symbolic gifts of choice – and we’ve found a unique mix of the best presents!
25 Bridesmaid Proposal Boxes & Gifts to Guarantee a 'Yes' from Your Besties
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Guarantee a big fat 'YES' from your best pals when you pop the all important question using these bridesmaid proposal boxes and gift ideas
Wedding Checklist: Your Complete Wedding Planning Timeline
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Never forget a wedding planning task again with this complete wedding planning checklist taking you from before the do until afterwards, too!
The Complete Guide to Changing Your Name After Marriage
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Planning to change your name after your wedding? Find out everything you need to know about the legalities and options in our handy guide
4th Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas: 30 Fruit, Flower, Linen, Appliance & Blue Topaz Gifts
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From floral themed presents to handy home appliances and even some blue topaz bling, we've got your four year wedding anniversary gift covered
Groomsmen Gifts: 33 Gifts for the Best Man & Ushers
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Show your appreciation for your best man and groomsmen by treating them to a thoughtful gift. One from this selection of gifts for every budget will do nicely…
6th Wedding Anniversary Gift Guide: 25 Iron & Sugar Gift Ideas
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If you're fast approaching your 6th wedding anniversary and not sure what to buy your other half, then fear not - here are the best sugar and iron anniversary gifts
22nd Wedding Anniversary Gifts: 30 Copper & Spinel Ideas
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Congratulations! You've made it to your 22nd wedding anniversary. Let your other half know just how much the last 22 years has meant to you with one of these winning gifts.