Fantasy Guest List VS Final Guest List

It is never too early to start your wedding guest list, in fact it is one of the first things you can do as a newly engaged couple. See my post 'Top Tips for Newly Engaged Couples'.

The first list you will make is called the Fantasy List, this list should include absolutely everyone you would like to invite to your big day. Once you have an idea of your where your budget lies and where you will have your ceremony and reception then you will be able to start crossing names off accordingly.

Things To Consider For Your Final Guest List

• Budget


• Ceremony and reception venue capacity


• Who will be paying for your wedding


• Whether you prefer to have an intimate wedding or large lavish affair

Hopefully you're one of the lucky few who will be able to accommodate your entire Fantasy List but for the rest of us we will have to utilise our cutting skills. This is not an easy task, especially since we want all of our friends and family to share our special day and we definitely don't want to offend or upset anyone by not inviting them. But unfortunately, sometimes budgets just won't allow us to have our cake and eat it too.. yes even on your own special day.

Here are some suggestions on how you can or might want to narrow down down your Fantasy Guest List:

1. Any relatives that you have either never met or haven't seen for more than a year


2. Colleagues


3. Children


4. Plus ones


5. If parents are paying for the wedding, they may want to have the final decision


6. Invite the first eldest cousin of each family


7. The ex factor

I am yet to sit down with my gorgeous fiance to write out our 'Fantasy' List and as we've decided to get married in Bali I'm expecting a lot of our friends and family won't be able to make our destination wedding.. Boo! On the plus side, we will have parties for our loved ones in both Australia and the UK for all of those who cannot make the wedding. Any excuse for a party right??

If you've got any more great ideas on guest list management I'd love to hear them?

Much love

T x

Storyboard & Fairytale Wedding Invitations

I've absolutely fallen in love with storyboard and fairytale invitations! It is a fantastic opportunity to give your guests an insight into how you met, how you romanced each other and how you came to be planning your big day.

By supplying the stationer with some details about your story and relationship they will create a unique, fun and quirky story line to entertain your guests and make your invitations look amazing.

I have found three companies that do such an amazing job that I myself have contacted them for quotes and I can't wait to hear back from them. I thought I'd be generous and share my fantastic findings with you.

Please meet Gorgeous Invites. These guys are based right here in the UK which is handy as most of these creative type companies are based on Etsy in the U S of A.

Next up is the very talented Be Mine Designs, also based in the UK.

And last but definitely not least is Anthologie Press who you can find on Etsy. Jen is located in the US but she happily ships to the UK. Her work is so brilliant that dealing with shipping costs would be worth it.

I hope you've enjoyed my findings and I would love to hear about any of yours..

Much love

T x

Some picks from the 2014 Pronovias Fashion Collection

Brides to be.. eat your heart out! Last Friday Pronovias streamed their 2014 collection live from Barcelona.. oh what I would have given to be there. Here are some picks from their fashion collection, there are 35 dresses in the fashion collection to be exact so I recommend you head on over to their website to oogle them all. Enjoy!

T xx

Decoration Ideas - Bride & Groom Champagne Flutes

I came across this cute idea when I was browsing the Confetti catalogue which, by the way, I would recommend any bride 2 be reads for great ideas and wedding inspiration. The top picture is of the gorgeous toasting flute wraps which can also be used for napkin rings but any of these flutes featured would make a great addition to the top table, setting the mood for the 'Just Married' bride and groom.

Much love

T xx

Princess Style Flower Girl Dresses

Look at these gorgeous dresses and costumes made by PoufCouture on Etsy.. I would have done anything to wear a dress like this when I was that young, just prancing around like a princess. Imagine how special your little Flower Girl would feel in a piece of art like this?? 

I know they might be advertised as costumes but this stunning pink number could fit into any wedding, even the purple for a bit of colour pop and the Alice dress for an Alice in Wonderland theme.. which seems to be very popular. They range from around £65 to £85 but don't forget the shipping and TAX charges as they are based in the US.

What Flower Girl dresses have you found?

T xx

Stunning Dresses by Justin Alexander

These dresses are just too gorgeous to not have their own blog post, I just love browsing the Justin Alexander website and admiring the stunning collections. Here is the overview from the website:

"This timeless collection is constructed from the highest quality materials, superior styling and equisite details that make each design a true work of art. To suit our bride's needs, Justin Alexander offers high-end designer styling at a value.

Our present collections range from fabulous ball gowns to glamorous mermaid silhouettes. Justin Alexander ball gowns are all about volume and layered kirts that echo 1950's couture. Slim and sexy silhouettes using fine Chantilly, Venice and Corded laces adorned with splash beading. Distinctive necklines and exceptional design elements from fans to feathers makes this collection extraordinary.

Justin Alexander Signature encompasses our designer influence with lavish beading, luxurious fabrications with focus on the contemporary bride."

And here are some of my favourites from the current collection.. *Drum Roll*..

These two breath taking dresses are sneak peaks from whats to come for their 2014 collection.. aren't they just stunning?!?

What is your favourite Justin Alexander dress??

T xx

A List Of My Favourite Wedding Songs

Hello hello,

I haven't quite figured out in which categories I would put these songs (walking down the aisle, first dance, wedding video etc) but here is a list of songs that touched my heart when i listened to them.. and almost made me shed a tear. Boy do weddings bring out the emotion in me. Enjoy!

Please send me your favourites, I'd love to hear them!!

Much love

T xx

Far Longer Than Forever - Jeffrey Osborne & Regina Belle

Not only is this a beautiful song, it is from the Disney movie The Swan Princess so can add a special fairy tale touch to your wedding day.




You & I - Michael Buble

I just love Michael Buble, his voice and music is just so romantic and sensual.


Thousand Years – Christina Perri

This song never fails to bring tears to my eyes and make my heart skip a beat. Just gorgeous. Twilight made it famous.. but my sister claimed it as her walk down the aisle song years ago. Haha. Bit upset that means it's off the cards for me but then again I don't want to be a sobbing mess when walking down the aisle. ;-)


Marry Me - Train

Such a sweet catchy song.



Rest Of My Life - Bruno Mars

Bruno Mars Marry You is a great, fun song but I feel could be a bit over done.. here is one of his songs that is a bit off the radar.



I'm Yours - Jason Mraz

I will never get tired of this song.. I simply love it and always will!

Funny, Romantic, Classic and Unique Wedding Cake Toppers

Hello Hello..

I am in the process of moving my blog and all of the posts from Wordpress to Blogger which is proving to be time consuming and to make up for my lack of posts I wanted to share some of these incredible cake toppers I came across from Confetti. They have every kind of cake topper you can think of and they would be a great addition to any wedding cake.

Enjoy!!

T xx