Hi fairy bugs,
Have we got a treat for you! Last Sunday we shimmied on over to the last drop village in Bolton for a fantastic wedding fair. Brimming with ideas and inspiration and boasting some of the best exhibitors, it was a treat for all the brides to be who attended. From start to finish there was so much on offer, with an array of designs, themes and a perfectly performed catwalk.
From stationary to photography, flowers to cake, dresses to suits you could plan you special day in one afternoon! The choice was immense.
For our lovely brides to be who weren't able to attend....... Don't worry yours truly has got imagery and contacts for you, to help you plan your special day. So let's get cracking!
Firstly lets take a look at these yummy displays of artistry. Crafted to a high standard these cakes would look perfectly positioned on any wedding table. Why not visit
Imaginative cakes for more designs.
Its super hard to pick a photographer. They're a super important part of the day. Wedding photos are there for life as a happy reminder of a dreamy day.
Julie Lomax has a beautiful handwriting and captures the most memorable and natural shots. If you want confidence that your wedding album will be a treat then look no further. Julie has a great reputation and a fantastic portfolio to show off.
Baked with Love is an exciting macaron specialist in manchester. They have the most beautiful boxes of gorgeous macarons. Perfect for favours or centre pieces. Pleasing to the eye and super yummy (we can confirm this as we were lucky enough to try them), why not add them to your wedding day list…..you'll be super happy you did.
For dazzling table displays with the va va voom and wow factor there is certainly one exhibitor to visit the
Big balloon events company. They offer show stopping bling and balloons to boot.
For Save the dates, Wedding Invitations and Thank you cards why not visit the
Pink Lily for the most exquisite and perfectly hand crafted Wedding stationary. There is such a huge variety of stunning stationary you'll be spoilt for choice.
Here are a selection of beautiful cakes from
Occasion Cakes. We fell in love with the top table cake! So much fun :)
As we were pottering round the fairy we met
Tree Ivy, a lovely display of floral notes and pretty centre pieces. If you're searching for traditional floral glory visit their website.
For dazzling hair ornaments to bring the glitz and glam to your wedding day outfit visit
Melt. Made
by hand these trophy pieces are divine. Shimmering and sparkling for fun they're eye catching and will look stunning on photos.
If you love sweets as much as we do then why not treat you wedding guests to a child hood favourite!
Hansel and Gretels of Lytham have a fun sweet cart full of your favourite sweet treats. This would be a welcome addition to your wedding day and we're convinced your guests would be chomping at the bit to pick n mix!
There was one little stand that had some perfectly delightful Wedding day trinkets and gems which i certainly haven't seen before. Handcrafted with love these perfect pieces are designed and created by The whole nine yarns. Take a peek at their site more more yummy ideas.
If your looking for a sophisticated look with a feminine touch
Rebecca Karen have a dazzling selection of Wedding Day designs. Personal touches and unique details create stunning themes.
Now a little idea for the groom……perfectly formal attire for your husband to be can be found at
Slaters in Bolton. With a wide selection of styles and colours to sit in perfect harmony on your special day.
Creative venue styling from the revolutionary
By design. With a catalogue of themes for a perfect day By design showcased one of their beautiful displays full of unique details and props.
If you want your man and the groomsmen to look uber dapper, in the finest menswear whether suits or tails there is one stop which should certainly be on you radar.
John Francis is well established and has a superb range of mens formal wear.
Now for the bride and bridesmaids. The catwalk show commenced promptly at 12 O'clock with a beautiful display of the latest Bridal fashions from
Claire Louise brides. Lace, chiffon, satin, beading and organza………its was like a lovely dream. Spoilt for choice the offering was vast and sat on the front row we were spoilt rotten.
Now there is certainly one thing you will certainly need. A set of wheels and why not check out
Rollers wedding cars for some of the most exquisite traditional wedding cars. Buffed and polished to precision you will feel like cinderella on the way to the ball.
We hope you've been inspired and have a few helpful hints for your special day. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo…...
……...Happy planning xx
