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The Red Stripe Band If you're looking for fun, memorable, live entertainment for your wedding reception, I really recommend that you take a look at The Red Stripe Band. Their music is energetic and captivating, their music appeals to all ages, their show is fun and entertaining - with on and off stage antics. When it comes to your wedding, I personally know how important entertainment is, and how important it is to get it right. It is important that your wedding entertainment provider can deliver what they promise, are able to get you and your guests up on your feet and have lots of fun! You need a night to remember for all the right reasons! From what I have read, and listened to, I wholeheartedly feel The Red Stripe Band can and will deliver. The Red Stripe Band plays a mixture of music, described as foot stomping boogie woogie, swing, jive, ska and rock and roll. Jazz FM have quoted this band as being "The closest thing to Jools Holland and his band". A wonderful accolade! The band completely provides all equipment and lighting if required. There is no need to book a DJ during breaks, as the band will provide prerecorded music. You can tailor make your own playlist so all of your favourite songs are included. You can watch the band performing and get to know them via their website, which also provides links to see them on YouTube, Facebook, MySpace and other social networks. The Red Stripe Band have over 15 years experience, they have performed at hundreds of weddings, and have never cancelled a wedding to date! They have an such amazing portfolio, ranging from performing for Royal families, large corporate companies, Jazz festivals to radio. A track recorded by the band is to be used as a backing track in the US on a TV commercial, which is such an amazing achievement. Please read what their very happy customers say about them on their website. Pricing for the band various between £1,200 - £2,200 depending on travelling distances (they are London based), date of booking and the size of the band. They look forward to hearing from you and helping to make your wedding reception go with a swing! Reviewed by Karen Harris (January 2010)

Crystal Chair Covers Established in 2000, Crystal Chair Covers is a family run business based in Grimsby, and covering Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Humberside, Doncaster and surrounding areas. Providing hire and fitting of Chair Covers and other accessories, they can help to create you a perfect wedding reception. Chair covers and sashes help create a stunning overall look, and all at an affordable price - they only charge £2.50 per chair cover fitted (without sash). They also offer a DIY service for the sash where you fit them yourself and the sash hire charge is then only 90p each. Their covers are made from only high quality material. Organza or satin sashes come in a wide range of colours to fit in with your wedding colour theme. Crystal Chair Covers strive to ensure a first class service. They will ask for measurements of your venues chairs if they have not already dressed them previously, or will visit the venue themselves for accurate measurements if they are unknown. If your venue has unusual shaped chairs, there is no need to worry - a bespoke service is provided where chair covers will be specifically made - at no extra cost. A fantastic service which this company offers. On the day of your wedding, Crystal Chair Covers will supply and fit your chair covers for you - taking the worry away of having to do this yourself. The covers are fitted and hand steamed, to ensure perfection and to ensure they look pristine on your very special day. Samples can be obtained in order for you to see and feel the product yourself before you make a decision. A small charge is made to obtain a sample. Please view their website for photos and a video clip of their chair covers - you will see for yourself that the presentation is absolutely beautiful. Next year, Crystal Chair Covers will have a breathtaking star light backdrop available for hire. It provides an absolute beautiful look which certainly will wow you and your guests and will be a fabulous addition to your venue room. Crystal Chair Covers also provide a huge range of other items to thoroughly compliment your table and overall look including elegant table covers, matching napkins and table runners - all in a range of colours and sizes. They also provide beautiful centre pieces including Candelabras, vases, mirrors, fish bowels plus more. Please look on the website to see what additional wonderful extras Crystal Chair Covers can provide (Gorgeous Bay Trees and Bird Cages to name but a few!) All pricing is on the website, as well as further questions and information about their company and great services. Crystal Chair Covers are a friendly and experienced company, and seem a perfect choice to ensure you a beautiful wedding reception without any stress! Let Crystal Chair Covers dress your chairs! Take a look and choose the perfect chair covers for your perfect day. Reviewed by Karen Harris (November 2009)

All About The Bride How would you like to browse and try on bridal gowns in the comfort of your own home? Well All About The Bride offers just that service. So why not make a party of it and invite family and friends to join you. All you need to do is take a look at the gorgeous bridal gowns they stock and choose up to six you would most like to try. Along with your chosen gowns All About The Bride can also bring along a selection of bridesmaids dresses, shoes and tiaras if you require. If that wasn't enough, they do this free of charge along with free alterations if you decide to purchase a gown from them. This company has found a gap in the market and seized the opportunity to do something about it. The website looks great and is very easy to navigate. I do think though it would be good if they could display some of the bridesmaids dresses they can supply along with their range of shoes and tiaras. So if you live in the Midlands, seize the chance of a one to one personal service in the comfort of your own home! Log on to http://www.bridalparties.co.uk now! Each bride will receive a booking gift following an order being placed. Please quote WeddingServices4U. Reviewed by Lorraine Bycroft (April 2009)

David Muscroft Designer Wedding Images David Muscroft lives in Derbyshire and is a professional photographer with over 30 years of experience. His photography is more than breathtaking and has featured in national and international publications which you are sure to be familiar with! David has an extremely wide experience photographing everything from weddings to sports, which is a great attribute because he can bring all of his varied skills and vast experience to your wedding photographs. David also has fine art photography which is able to buy online, which to me tells a fantastic recommendation in itself. Looking at David's wedding photos I am more than impressed. He is able to capture the real moment of his clients special day, in the most beautiful way. I think his photography exceeds your expectations. Seizing the moment is exactly what David can do, his photos are more than just a picture. The true emotion and feeling at the precise moment that David takes a photo are well and truly embraced. It takes more than just having a good eye to take a good photo. I feel its a unique skill, and looking at David's website and his work, David definitely has this skill. Good service can often be a thing of the past, and David clearly strives to make sure he will give you the very best service from your very first meeting, to the day you collect your wedding album. I cannot stress how important it is that you choose a Wedding Photographer who excels in every possible avenue. You hope to only get married once, and those precious moments can never be replaced. Your Wedding Day photos have huge importance, and so it is crucial that you choose someone like David who is extremely professional yet who's photos are ones which you will treasure forever. Please visit David's website, to read more about him, and view his amazing photos for yourself via the online portfolios. Reviewed by Karen Harris (February 2008)

UK Deed Poll Changing your name is not as complicated as you may think. Infact, changing your name could not be easier or quicker. UK Deed Poll will prepare and dispatch your documents within 24 hours, and your Deed Poll pack will be with you within 3 working days. UK Deed Poll allows you to change your own or your child's name legally by purchasing an Official Deed Poll which can be done from the comfort of your own home, without the unnecessary need of going through a solicitor. A Deed Poll is a legal document, a form of legal contract. It is evidence that you have legally changed your name. You will need to provide a Deed Poll to places such as banks, government departments, social security offices etc in order they can change their records with your new name. They will not change your name without a Deed Poll. A Deed Poll works in the same way of a married ladies marriage certificate, when she has taken on her husbands surname and informs such companies of her name change. Many people wish to change their own or their child's names for many reasons. You may wish to change your surname, forename, add a new middle name, remove a middle name, change spelling or simply rearrange your name. The website will tell you exactly what can, and cannot be done. Your application can be processed quickly and online at a reasonable charge. You may be eligible for a discounted rate, the website will assist you to determine this. This website gives complete help and information throughout the process of changing your name. Please look at the very user friendly website, which gives many articles about the Deed Poll and everything else regarding changing your name. The articles are not complicated at all and extremely easy to understand and grasp. Reviewed by Karen Harris (January 2008)

Murakami Portraits Murakami Portraits are an experienced professional husband and wife team. They specialise in contemporary wedding photography with a mix of photo-journalist or reportage style images and beautiful romantic portraits. David and Teri Murakami are based in the Bournemouth area on the Dorset Hampshire border and photograph weddings all over the South of the UK including London and Kent. Their website shows off their beautiful wedding photography. Its easy to see that Teri and David are true naturals, and not only take stunning photographs, but also manage to capture the real emotion and feelings felt by their clients on their wedding day. You can view their wonderful range of Engagement Slide shows, Bridal Portraits and of course, the wedding gallery. These photos really do sell themselves without anyone have to convince you otherwise. Wedding package pricing can be viewed on the website - all wedding packages include a wonderful complimentary Engagement Portrait session. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to get to know Teri and David. Being relaxed on your wedding day and feeling familiar with your photographer is sure to bring a more relaxed and natural feel to your wedding day photographs. Murakami Portraits have had their work featured on the front cover of the Spring/Summer 2006 issue of Dream Weddings Magazine and as Dorset's selected wedding photographers on the interactive Hair and Beauty CD June 2007 issue of Brides Magazine. Read testimonials from very satisfied customers on their website. Murakami Portraits also cover large and smaller scale events within the UK and abroad which has included the finals of the Tour De France cycle race in Paris. Have a look at their impressive range at http://www.murakamiportraits.co.uk. Reviewed by Karen Harris.

Beetle Drive UK Ltd If you are looking for a different way of travel on your wedding day or special occasion, then you really ought to take a look at Beetle Drive UK. Beetle Drive UK promises you a personal yet unusual service which you will not find anywhere else. Specialising particularly in various Beetle models, they are also continuing to add to their fleet, with already a very rare Bristol and 4 door Morris Minor, and lovely pair of white Rolls Royce's to name but a few. All of their cars have names too - We have Big Ron the UK's only new Beetle Limousine and Mark (stretch Mark!) who is a rare classic stretched VW Beetle. The website is so much fun, yet very professional and is so easy to navigate. Being fun yet professional is perfect, creates exactly the image you want to see. Beetle Drive UK can decorate the car according to your taste. No need for you to take on the extra work of organising decoration yourself. Colours can be matched to your wedding colour theme to favourite football team. As a quirky addition, Beetle Drive like to dress the Beetles with a VW design on the bonnet, which I think looks brilliant. The decoration really does look lovely and gives it that extra touch. Majority of the cars have built in CD players, you can request your own music or supply your own CD! Most importantly, you will be chauffeur driven, and your chauffeur will attend to your every need and make sure you arrive safely and on time. The price tariff is very competitive and all prices include your car, your chauffeur, decoration and a complimentary bottle of bubbly (or your preferred alternative) to help you celebrate. If you live outside of the quoted radius then please request a quote as additional mileage will need to be added to the price plan. Beetle Drive UK does cover the majority of England and Wales! Check out the guestbook which has received many many great comments from very happy customers. The many photographs shown do speak for themselves and the vehicles really do sell themselves. I personally would use this company if I could plan my wedding all over again, as my husband is a fan of Beetles and I especially love the Pink and White bagpuss. Do take a look at this website if you are looking at vehicles for your wedding or special occasion. You really don't want to take the chance of not checking them out. Reviewed by Karen Harris.

Aurenteni (UK) Aurenteni (UK) European Gown Distributor is a realistic wedding dress supplier. Their gowns are absolutely breath taking and are made with only the finest of european materials. The realistic part about them is their prices. Aurenteni understands that the modern day bride shouldn't have to pay the extortionate price that is attached to many wedding gowns these days. The wedding gowns shown on their website look beautiful and I definitely recommend you have a look if you are currently looking to buy a wedding dress. As these gowns do speak for themselves! Not only do they specialise in wedding dresses, they have bridal accessories and also absolutely stunning flower girl dresses in their portfolio. The wedding dresses shown on this website are in full, and show detailed close ups of the gowns. Details of the materials used for each gown are also provided. People interested in purchasing will need to check the Stockist link, to find a stockist of these gowns and accessories, which is local to them. Please note that you should contact Aurenteni direct if you are unable to source a stockist that is within your radius, as they are constantly updating their records. They may have details of a local stockist of whom they haven't put details up on their website. The website for Aurenteni is easy to navigate, and browse. Have a look at their many wedding gowns, my personal favourite being the Fairy Princess gown - you won't be disappointed. Reviewed by Karen Harris.

Heirlooms.uk.com Cushions, wedding ring cushions, silk pictures, heirloom portraits, furnishings. Uniquely personal heirlooms, created individually to your specification. The front page of this site is very classy and classical looking, and has large self explanatory navigation keys for those of us who are not very computer literate. As soon as you click on the website you can see what the site offers and the navigation is very clear. As stated in the name, they provide gorgeous cushions, including wedding ring cushions, furnishings, silk pictures and heirloom portraits that can be passed through the generations of your family without dating. They also provide a 'special design service' which means you can design your own personal product - from table runners to seat covers or anything else you have in mind. There are examples of the various products on offer with pictures to help you decide, including all the different colours and materials you can choose from. All the prices are listed with the products so you can see at a glance how much you would be paying. Heirlooms offer different ways of ordering, post, fax, email and even the phone - so if you are unsure you can talk to a real person! I personally love the cushions and do not think they are that expensive for the work involved (on average £60 for a personalised one). They would make a lovely and original present. There is also a guarantee of satisfaction, so you can't go wrong! All in all a very unique website which is very easy to use. Reviewed by Mrs Sam Taylor.

Sweetart Top Quality, unique cakes for weddings and corporate occasions - Gold and Silver National and International Award Winner. "I wish I had seen this web site before I ordered my wedding cake, but it's too late for me! For all you lucky brides2be who haven't ordered their cakes, you must go and look at this site! The first thing that you see is a gorgeous blue cake, which is so different and striking that you get a little excited to see more of the same! The site is modern and eccentric both in style (a striking black background) and in the product it sells: "top quality, unique cakes and sculptures for weddings and corporate occasions". The business is run by Heather Higgins (based in W.Midlands but will deliver all over the UK) who can give you ideas for your cake or help you to create your own ideas. The Sugar Gallery is a must for all brides2be. You can not only get cakes but "wacky sculptures" which can hold the cake in the base. The Ceramic Gallery is not so much for weddings, but still well worth a look. These are not just cakes, but amazing, striking works of art - they put my boring cake to shame!".

Princess Valaria who runs this site organized her a medieval themed wedding four years ago, this actually spurred her into her business Fantaysia and the magical world of themed weddings and events. Based in South Yorkshire, Fantaysia specialise in Medieval Weddings, but the site also includes many other themes, including Celtic, Jungle, Victorian Tea Parties, Mystery, Halloween, Pirates, Cinderella, Space, Star Wars, James Bond, Beach Parties - to name but a few! They can organise venues, tents, props, banquets, costumes, jesters, music - everything you would expect and more. Although it is not mentioned on the site, Princess Valaria also organises weddings for couples in the USA who want to get married in England. The photo's on the website all look wonderful, and themes are a great way to make your day extra special and a little bit different. The Site is easy to use and find your way around. I really enjoyed looking at it - very inspiring! Prices vary - prices they are budgeted to the individuals pocket. There is an Email address, phone number and snail mail address so that you can find out more... Fantaysia.co.uk is a must for anyone considering a themed wedding.

I love these easy to use sites, and once again Capture It Photography is easy to navigate, and is nicely designed. Capture-It are a photography company that offer as one of their services, wedding photography. There is a gallery section filled with excellent work, for you to browse through to help you make your decision, there is a packages section that lays out the costs of each package they offer, with details of what it includes. They range from £395 to £1,415. They offer some lovely personal touches, for example, for an extra cost, they will print your thank you cards with a selected wedding image on. Their approach is that they tailor their photography to your needs and wants not theirs, which is good. All in all they seem a fantastic company and offer all the important things you want in your wedding photography. For all your needs I recommend checking this company out.

The first thing that grabs your attention when you enter www.magicimages.co.uk is the very red background. Once you get passed this there are simple links to the Unique Gifts, Photo Restoration and Wedding Stationery departments. There are original ideas for gifts involving framed photographs and digital images, and you can conveniently buy all items online. One thing that impressed me was how they can add touches of colour to black and white photos, giving stunning effects. They also restore old photographs - a nice gift idea for parents or grandparents. They also do customised wedding stationery, personalised with your choice of photo. If you're stuck for an unusual gift, this site is worth a visit. They may not be the cheapest but you have to pay for quality and originality! Reviewed by Mrs Sam Taylor.

This site specialises in wedding, christening and special occasion favours. They are based on the traditional five sugared almonds but they can put mint crisp chocolates (especially good for the men) in them. There are various designs to choose from; I personally like the Bride & Groom box with personalised ribbon. This is a great idea if you have got loads of other things to do with planning the BIG day, it is one less thing to worry about. The website is very simple to use, well presented and has some good pictures of the products; it also has some very adorable cute kiddie pictures on the home page. Definitely worth a visit. (Reviewed By Samantha Cort). Nicci Brown also reviewed this site and said "There is such a wide range at good prices and the site is so easy to use. I was very impressed with the Disney favours! There are so many different favours to look at, I could spend literally all day browsing! So overall impression, is brilliant if you want the perfect favours for a perfect wedding!".

This website is for Floral Decorating. Lindsay Kirkland & Lily Designs offer a service from creating a whole wedding theme to simple vases of twigs and berries for your office Christmas party. They do specialize in wedding flowers. There's a great portfolio of their work on the site for you to browse through and for your peace of mind they have some great references on there too. They are based in Essex but cover a huge area of England so go visit their site, look around, and see the wonderful, unique decorations they create.

This is the perfect website for you if you want something unique for your wedding day, the majority of their designs are nontraditional; ideal for civil or second marriages. They do made to measure, as well as off the peg, as they understand that not everyone is a perfect dress size from head to toe. The made to measure bridal range is priced from £450 - £1500, depending on style and fabric, so it won't break the bank. They also do an evening wear range, bags & accessories, again made to measure. The website is very easy to use with good pictures of some of the gowns available. There is a brief introduction to the designer and details on how she got started and you can book an appointment on-line for the shop in Covent Garden, London. If you want to have the claim to fame of having your dress made by the same people who did Anthea Turners bridesmaids dresses, then this is the place for you! Reviewed by Mrs Sam Taylor.

Well I for one love make-up and beauty, so I loved this site! One thing I personally like about sites is when they join you in, and this site does that. There is a vanity quiz (of which I am as vain as they come LOL), a chat room and a competition. This site gives you articles, a guide to bridal hair, which gives you excellent tips and ideas on choosing a style that you want and that suits you, there is also a guide to concealing the signs of ageing (which I appreciated!), and every month is a different tip, this month it is on Lipstick. There is a FAQ page for people who would like to use their services, which are excellent, of which you can check out the testimonials for conformation. Overall I give this site an excellent rating.

Hugh Harris is a formal menswear hire company. Their website is easy to navigate, with a list of categories with all the information you need. There are photos of their Wedding and Evening attire, discounts, price promise, how to contact them and a free catalogue available upon request. They are based in Surrey, UK and have the option on their site if you are an existing customer, of being able to order online for any extra items you need. The site is well presented, with everything you need, but it's about to get better! Within the next few months the Hugh Harris website is going fully interactive, which means you will be able to create your own outfit on screen, print it off and visit or Email them with your interest. If it is menswear hire you need then check out Hugh Harris, recognised as one of the biggest independent hire companies.

Majken Kruse Photographer ABIPP ARPS - This site is for photography with a more personal touch. It is easy to navigate and tells you what you need to know in simple terms, which I loved. There are some great illustrations of her work and client comments - all glowing reports - and details of her awards and commendations. Everything is customised to suit each individuals needs, so there is no such thing as a standard package on this site. She covers the London, Home Counties and West Country areas but is willing to travel - the costs for this will be discussed on the initial consultation. All in all www.majkens.co.uk is a very easy site to navigate giving you simple advise without blinding you with science. Reviewed by Mrs Sam Taylor.

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