Bringing joy to your January wedding

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How to bring excitement to your January wedding

Embracing the enchanting winter season for your wedding can be a magical choice, and January, with its crisp air and potential for a dusting of snow, sets the stage for a celebration filled with joy and warmth. Planning a wedding in the midst of winter right after the festive season might seem challenging, but with the right touches, your January wedding can be a delight for both you and your guests. Here's how to infuse your winter celebration with joy and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Winter wonderland weddings: staying warm on your big day

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8 ways to keep warm at your wedding

Winter weddings are a dreamy affair, with snow-kissed landscapes and a cosy atmosphere that sets the stage for romance. However, the chill in the air might have you wondering how to stay warm without sacrificing style on your special day. In this blog, we'll explore creative and elegant ways to keep the cold at bay while still looking fabulous, ensuring your winter wedding is a warm and unforgettable celebration.

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Managing wedding stress and staying organised

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The Stress of Wedding Planning

Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, but it can also be a source of immense stress for the couple. This blog post focuses on how you can manage wedding stress while still staying organised throughout the process. We'll explore various strategies, including the crucial aspect of getting your wedding dress altered with ample time before your big day.

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Wedding dress trends through the decades

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How wedding dress trends have evolved

Wedding dresses are timeless symbols of love and commitment, but their styles have evolved significantly over the decades. From modest, conservative gowns to bold and unconventional designs, the history of wedding dress trends is a fascinating journey through changing societal norms, fashion influences, and personal expressions of brides. In this blog, we'll take you on a nostalgic trip through time as we explore the evolution of wedding dress trends from the early 1900s to the present day.

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Styling your summer clothes in autumn

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Seven summer items you can style in autumn

As autumn approaches it’s time to say goodbye to the sunny weather and hello to cooler evenings. But who says you have to part ways with your beloved summer wardrobe? With a touch of creativity and some strategic styling, you can seamlessly transition your summer items into autumn staples. Here's how to give your favourite warm-weather pieces a stylish autumn twist.

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Unravelling the history of alterations

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A history of the art of alterations

In the fast-paced world of fashion, clothing alterations have become an essential part of our daily lives. Whether it's a hem adjustment, sleeve shortening, or waistline modification, alterations help us achieve the perfect fit and style. But have you ever wondered about the origins of this time-honoured practice? Join us as we take a journey back in time to unravel the fascinating history of alterations and discover how this skilful art has evolved over the centuries.

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Wedding Budgeting and Cost-Saving Tips

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Five tips for planning your wedding on a budget

Planning a wedding is an exciting time, but it can also be financially overwhelming. Setting a realistic budget and finding ways to save without compromising your dream day will help take some of the stress out of wedding planning In this blog post, we'll explore practical wedding budgeting tips and cost-saving strategies that will help you navigate the planning process and create a memorable celebration without breaking the bank.

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Essential clothing for your summer holiday

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6 things you need to pack for your holiday this summer

Planning for a summer holiday is an exciting time, and one of the key aspects is packing the right clothes to make sure you’re comfortable and stylish while on your holiday. From beach getaways to city adventures, this blog will provide a comprehensive guide on the essential clothing items you need to pack for your summer holiday. 

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How to choose your perfect prom dress

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Seven tips to help you choose your prom dress

Prom is one of the most important events in a teenager's life, and choosing the perfect prom dress is a crucial aspect of the preparation. But with so many styles, colours and fabrics to choose from, it can be challenging to find the perfect dress that fits your personality and body type. Here are some tips on how to choose your perfect prom dress.

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Transitional jackets to have for spring 2023

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Seven staple jackets to have for your spring wardrobe

Spring is a transitional season that can be unpredictable with constantly changing temperatures and weather conditions. This makes it essential to have a few different jackets in your wardrobe to help you navigate the season in style. Here are some of the different jackets you need in your wardrobe for spring.

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Fashion Trends for Spring 2023

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Five fashion trends we’re expecting for Spring 2023

As we near the end of February and get closer to warmer and longer days it’s just about time we start thinking about what trends we’ll be seeing throughout spring. Fashion is always six months ahead, so we have a good idea of what to expect from spring/summer 2023 thanks to the fashion shows back in September. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite trends from these shows and what we expect to see as the most popular trends this spring.

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Suit alterations: what to expect when getting your suit altered

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What happens when you get your suit professionally altered

Most people buy a suit from a store rather than getting it made to measure. While this is a perfectly fine option, everybody is unique, so when you go and get one ready made it’s unlikely that the suit is going to fit you perfectly. Having your suit tailored can make such a difference to how it looks on you, and make the suit look much more expensive than if you were to wear one that doesn’t quite fit right. This is where alterations come in! Your seamstress will be able to work with you to make your suit fit you perfectly. 

We’ve put together this blog to let you know exactly what to expect from the process of getting your suit altered so next time you buy a suit you’ll feel more comfortable going to get it tailored.

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Fashion new year's resolutions for 2023

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Fashion resolutions to try in 2023

The new year always brings along with it resolutions for people to try to achieve in the year to come. These can be small or big changes, but why not try to commit to some fashion resolutions for the next year? Your clothing is something that’s a part of your everyday life, but also isn’t too big of an attachment that you won’t want to change, so it’s a really easy way to set yourself a resolution that doesn’t feel too daunting. We’ve put together this blog to give you some inspiration for fashion resolutions you can make for 2023.

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Keep yourself warm this winter with layers

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How to successfully pull off the layering trend

When the weather gets colder it’s important to keep yourself warm, and the best way to do this is by adding some layers to your clothing. Wearing layers can be fashionable while also keeping you warm, as long as you do it right! You no longer need to just think about adding as much material as possible without caring about what you look like, there's a way to do it while still sticking to fashion trends. Keep reading for some tips on layering up while staying fashionable this winter.

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Essential coats for your autumn/winter wardrobe

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Four must-have coats and jackets

Every year when the new season comes it’s so easy to pop into a shop and see all the new styles out and convince yourself you need to buy a new coat. Rather than over consume and end up with too many coats and jackets in your wardrobe, stick to these four must-haves and you’ll be sorted year-round.

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Summer items you can adapt for autumn

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Four summer staples you can wear in autumn

As the seasons change we have to suddenly completely rethink what we’re going to be wearing. Gone are the denim shorts and summer dresses, it’s time to get your head into autumn clothing. While the sun is gone it doesn’t mean all the clothes you’ve been wearing need to be. In fact, you probably have a lot of items you’ve been wearing this summer that would be perfect for autumn as well, you just need to know how to style them. Keep reading for four summer staples you can wear in autumn and how to style them for the cooler weather.

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Your guide to successfully fitting the dress code

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What these five dress codes mean

When you’re invited to particular events, sometimes the invite comes along with a dress code. While these can be helpful when you’re trying to find something to wear, sometimes it just adds more confusion if you don’t fully understand what the different dress codes mean. We’ve put together this blog to help you understand what the different dress codes you might see on an invite mean, and what you should wear for each of the dress codes.

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Four things you need in your summer 2022 wardrobe

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Four staples for summer 2022

Summer 2022 is well and truly in full swing, so there’s no reason for your outfits to be stuck in the cooler seasons. We love having the opportunity to change up what we’re wearing when the season changes, it’s always fun to experiment with your clothes rather than constantly wear the same thing. A new season brings with it a new chance to wear different outfits, whether that be something new or a favourite you’ve brought back from last year. 

We’ve been observing the looks so far this summer and have put together a short list of the top four things we think you need in your wardrobe this summer!

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What to do with your old prom dress

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How to get more use from your prom dress

Most people only wear their prom dress one time, on the day of their prom! They’re such beautiful gowns but much like a wedding dress are often only worn one time and then tucked away at the back of your wardrobe somewhere. In the interest of reducing waste we’re looking at a few ways a prom dress can be brought out and put to more use! Keep reading for some tips and ideas on what to do with your prom dress. 

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Tips to level up your suit wearing

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How to look your best when wearing a suit

Every man should have a staple suit in their wardrobe that they know they can put on and look and feel fantastic. There’s a difference between looking alright in a suit and taking the next step to look great in a suit. The steps are small but can make a big difference, and will leave you looking and feeling more confident than ever when you’re wearing it. Keep reading for our tips on how to level up your suit wearing.

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