UK Wedding Industry Information & News from Great Britain
August 2012
The 2012 Perfect Wedding Awards winner have been announced.
Readers of the Magazine (and online Website - http://www.planyourperfectwedding.com) voted in there thousands for their top wedding suppliers and companies and here is who walked away with the top prizes.
Category - Winner (including Link to website for the wedding service they provide).
Wedding Service for Brides:
Best Plus-size Collection - Callista by Alfred Sung
Highly Commended - Gorgeous With Curves by Benjamin Roberts
Highly Commended - Gorgeous With Curves by Benjamin Roberts
Wedding Service for Grooms:
Wedding service for Wedding Planners:
Best Wedding Blog - rockmywedding.co.uk
Highly Commended - london-bride.com
Wedding Newcomer 2012 - Kitty & Dulcie
Highly Commended - Heart Invites
Highly Commended - london-bride.com
Wedding Newcomer 2012 - Kitty & Dulcie
Highly Commended - Heart Invites
May 2012
London Bridal Week Cancelled:
Wedding show organiser Foxglove Events has called a halt to the launch of its proposed plans to launch the first London bridal show.
The news comes a few months after the organiser postponed its second annual Modern Bride exhibition, scheduled at Excel London from 4 to 6 November 2011, until further notice.
London Bridal Week was due to launch at Excel London from 20 to 22 May and showcase bridalwear manufacturers and designers. Event director Sue Maddix confirmed the show’s postponement and attributed the decision to the economy.
“A number of exhibitors wanted to be involved and committed, but the general consensus was to postpone until 2013,” she told EN. “In this economy, we don’t feel there is an appetite for something new.”
See Exhibition News website for more details.
May 2012
White Gallery:
The Designer Bridal Show "White Gallery" takees place in May on the 20th -22nd.
White Gallery London firmly positions itself on the international bridal buying calendar and confirms its third edition will be held in the beautiful riverside surroundings of Battersea Park on 20-22 May 2012.
With 40+ highly respected designer labels showcasing their forthcoming 2013 bridal collections at Battersea Evolution, visitors flocked to view the new season’s ranges. The quality of buyers was evident and numbers increased by 7% in comparison to last year. Furthermore, overseas numbers represented 16% of the visitors from over 27 countries, including some of the world’s most exclusive bridal boutiques from across Europe and the Middle East, USA, and Asia.
For more info see: http://www.whitegallery.com/ or http://www.whitegallery.com/press-room for press releases.
March 2012
Bridal Buyer Awards:
The Bridal Buyer Awards for 2012 take place in Harrogate on Monday 12th March.
You can find out more at: http://www.bridalbuyer.com/
Jan 2012
Over 320 of the wedding industry's biggest names came together in January 2012 for an evening of Wedding Ideas Awards!
The event was hosted at The Brewery in London where guests were entertained by top comedian Rob Deering before the award winners were announced.
The events was Streamed live over the internet.
After the award ceremony it was time to party, and there was plenty on offer from a sweetie table to a giraffe shaped vodka luge!
You can see many pictures from the event at The Wedding Ideas Awards 2012 Pictures…
The Wedding Ideas Awards 2012 Winners
- Best Wedding Venue - sponsored by hitched.co.uk
Winner - Clearwell Castle - Best Destination Choice - sponsored by Shoot it Yourself
Winner - Sandals - Best Wedding Videographer - sponsored by The Brewery
Winner - Ido Wedding Films - Best Wedding Photographer - sponsored by For Your Eyes Only
Winner - Emma Case - Best Gift List - sponsored by Thomson
Winner - Notonthehighstreet.com - Best Special Touches - sponsored by Couples Resorts
Winner - Giddy Kipper - Best Wedding Cake - sponsored by Madeline Isaac-James
Winner - The English Cheesecake Company - Best Stationery - sponsored by Wedding Week at Bluewater
Winner - Lucy Ledger - Best Shoes - sponsored by Elegant Steps
Winner - Rachel Simpson Shoes - Best Accessories - sponsored by Benjamin Roberts
Winner - Chez Bec - Best Bridal Retailer - sponsored by The National Wedding Show
Winner - Ellie Sanderson - Best Mother of the Bride Collection - sponsored by Essentially You
Winner - Ian Stuart - Best Groomswear - sponsored by LUXOR Pure 24 Gold Carat Champagne (Distributor 88Connect.)
Winner - Hugh Harris - Best Bridesmaids Collection
Winner - Dessy - Best Plus Size Collection - sponsored by Bridal Buyer Magazine
Winner - Sonsie - Best Dress Collection - sponsored by Country House Weddings
Winner - Alfred Angelo
This year real brides have nominated their suppliers through the Wedding Ideas website and then the top five companies in each category have gone forward to a panel of expert judges from the wedding industry who have picked a winner.
The Wedding Ideas Awards Nominees:
BEST WEDDING VENUE AWARD
Clearwell Castle
Winner of the best venue in our 2010 awards, Clearwell Castle has scooped a nomination again this year thanks to its stunning ballroom, 15 elegant suites and picture-perfect grounds. Last-minute packages available too – organised brides will get the best for less!
Real bride Catherine says… “We had such a perfect wedding day at Fennes, we booked last minute and didn’t think it was possible to plan a wedding in six weeks. Fennes were so helpful and made the planning process very easy. I would recommend Fennes every time.” Read more testimonials from this fab Essex venu now and see for yourself why they have made it into this year’s top 5.
Rookery Hall & Spa
Cheshire brides can’t do better than the glorious Rookery Hall & Spa. Part of the Handpicked Hotel chain, this fairytale venue offers a dedicated wedding co-ordinator to help you create your day, step by step. You’ll be showing off your wedding album forever!
The Ritz
Kate Middleton I am not, but I could still have a swanky wedding at one of London’s poshest hotels! You can be a princess for the day at this iconic, city venue with bespoke packages tailored to your requirements.
Wood Hall Hotel & Spa
High on a hill… no, not a lonely goatherd, the fabulous Wood Hall Hotel & Spa in North Yorkshire! The luxurious spa, f2 rosette restaurant and the romantic ceremony rooms are just the start.
DESTINATION CHOICE AWARD
Kuoni
A well-known, trusted brand like Kuoni may well scoop the top prize this year. With their expert wedding concierge team on hand, a wedding abroad with them is less stress and more time on the sand, topping up your tan! Yes please.
Sandals
Sandals have grabbed brides attention this year with their free wedding packages when you book 6 nights or more at one of their outstanding Caribbean hotels. And with American wedding mastermind Martha Stewart on board to help theme the day of your dreams, this really is a brilliant choice for brides who want to run to the sun!
Thomson
From Aruba to Cyprus, Malta to Mexico, if you’re a bride on a budget that’s looking for all-inclusive luxury, you can’t fault Thomson. I travelled to Mexico with them at the end of 2011 and the amount of reception themes they offer brides is truly phenomenal!
Virgin Holidays
With the lure of free wedding packages to some of the world’s best beach destinations, Virgin have secured their place at this year’s awards. Newbies to our ceremony, let’s see if the judges loved them as such as the readers.
Exclusive Yacht Weddings
I defy you to find a nicer lady than Sharron from Exclusive Yacht Weddings. If I was getting married abroad, she would be my first port of call. I know that sounds a little bias, but I wasn’t a judge so it’s all good. Heading up the experienced team, Sharron can take care of all the little details leaving you to enjoy your wedding on board one of their fabulous vessels.
BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AWARD
Albert Palmer Photography
“Albie’s done it again!” That’s the cry that comes from Real Wedding Editor Alice (@aliceiscool) every time one of Albert’s amazing weddings falls on to her desk. He has dominated this year’s real wedding section with beautiful, atmospheric pictures that transport you straight back to the big day. By the way, only we get to call him Albie!
This bit would be longer but I’ve just spent far too much time looking at the amazing wedding pictures on the Blue Lights Photography Blog. You should too.
Emma Case Photography
From now on, when you read ‘Alternative wedding photographer’ you should just think of Emma Case. A creative genius, her pictures have exploded on to the wedding scene this year. Our readers have fallen in love with new quirky style but have the judges?
Nicole Photography
Paula and Bob, a nicer couple you could not wish to meet. Their passion for the role shines through and it’s this passion that delivers perfect wedding pictures every time. With over 500 weddings shot, can they retain ast year’s crown?
The Bridal Photographer
Of his favourite wedding, David says: “We had wind, rain, sunshine and pretty much everything else the weather could throw at us at this wedding. When the couple came out of the church it was so windy that even the strongest of confetti throwers could only get a tiny sprinkle of confetti on the couple, the rest was blowing back in our faces.” And the pictures still look magnificent! And that’s why he’s in your top 5!
BEST STATIONERY
Cards by Sophie
Handmade stationery pro Sophie once made us a giraffe card for our 100th party celebrations and we still treasure it today! And, seeing as she’s made it into our top 5, it looks like the real brides treasure her creations too!
Confetti
Whenever I’m looking for stationery inspiration I visit the Confetti website. They have designs for every theme, DIY packs for crafty brides and ideas for every budget. A one-stop shop for busy brides – perfect!
Intricate Creations
Handmade in the UK, this stationery blows our minds! The laser-cut designs depict the most romantic scenes, and glossy cards and bespoke finishes are truly amazing.
Lucy Ledger
Wedding Ideas favourite Lucy appears time and again in our real wedding section. Her shabby chic scrapbook-style designs have become her trademark and offer excellent value for money. Ledger = legend!
Mandalay
Multi-award winners Mandalay are old hands at our award ceremony. Representing outstanding value for money, their designs have graced our pages for more than five years.
Bloomsbury Films
Fly-on-the-wall, candid videography at its best – you can’t fail to be impressed by real brides’ comments on the Bloomsbury website. The team will make a trailer of the film before you get your final copy too – a little teaser of what’s to come. bloomsburyfilms.com
Fly-on-the-wall, candid videography at its best – you can’t fail to be impressed by real brides’ comments on the Bloomsbury website. The team will make a trailer of the film before you get your final copy too – a little teaser of what’s to come. bloomsburyfilms.com
Ido Wedding Films
Run by handsome duo Russell and Adam, Ido Wedding Films is a personalised videography service, tailored to your needs and budget. Non-obtrusive and in a cinematic style, you can see how popular they have become from the testimonials on their website. idoweddingfilms.co.uk
Run by handsome duo Russell and Adam, Ido Wedding Films is a personalised videography service, tailored to your needs and budget. Non-obtrusive and in a cinematic style, you can see how popular they have become from the testimonials on their website. idoweddingfilms.co.uk
Look Back & Remember
Covering the Kent and Essex this professional team have been capturing beautiful big days since 2003. Boasting all the latest equipment, these guys will be hard to beat! lookbackandremember.co.uk
Covering the Kent and Essex this professional team have been capturing beautiful big days since 2003. Boasting all the latest equipment, these guys will be hard to beat! lookbackandremember.co.uk
Midway Media
This husband and wife team based in the Midlands understand just what makes a perfect wedding video. With steadicam equipment that creates the most romantic effects, and a friendly, relaxed approach they’re hot contenders for this year’s crown. midway-media.com
This husband and wife team based in the Midlands understand just what makes a perfect wedding video. With steadicam equipment that creates the most romantic effects, and a friendly, relaxed approach they’re hot contenders for this year’s crown. midway-media.com
Shoot it yourself
A new take on the traditional wedding video, Andrea and her team lend you posh, broadcast-quality cameras and you can capture all the special moments from inside the action. They they edit everything for you into a shiny professional-looking film. shoot-it-yourself.co.uk
A new take on the traditional wedding video, Andrea and her team lend you posh, broadcast-quality cameras and you can capture all the special moments from inside the action. They they edit everything for you into a shiny professional-looking film. shoot-it-yourself.co.uk
BEST WEDDING GIFT LIST
Buy Our Honeymoon
Toasters are out, toasting yourself in the Caribbean sun is well and truly in! This clever company can turn your guests’ monetary gifts into once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon experiences. We love… buy-our-honeymoon.com
Toasters are out, toasting yourself in the Caribbean sun is well and truly in! This clever company can turn your guests’ monetary gifts into once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon experiences. We love… buy-our-honeymoon.com
Cancer Research
Offering a gift list option as well as funky favour ideas, the Give in Celebration website should be your first port of call when thinking of charity favours. giveincelebration.cancerresearchuk.org/wedding-favours
Offering a gift list option as well as funky favour ideas, the Give in Celebration website should be your first port of call when thinking of charity favours. giveincelebration.cancerresearchuk.org/wedding-favours
Debenhams
With an original gift list option, a gift card offering (where guests contribute anything from £1 – £5,000 – who the hell gives £1?!), a honeymoon fund and a charity option, Debenhams seems to have everything covered! Debenhams.com
With an original gift list option, a gift card offering (where guests contribute anything from £1 – £5,000 – who the hell gives £1?!), a honeymoon fund and a charity option, Debenhams seems to have everything covered! Debenhams.com
John Lewis
Wedding Ideas readers loved the gift list offering from high street giants John Lewis – easy to set up, friendly in store staff, but most of all they loved zapping their favourite products with the scanners! Johnlewis.com
Wedding Ideas readers loved the gift list offering from high street giants John Lewis – easy to set up, friendly in store staff, but most of all they loved zapping their favourite products with the scanners! Johnlewis.com
Not On The High Street
It’s like shopping with the biggest basket in the world! Hundreds of different wedding suppliers all in one handy place, Notonthehighstreet.com enables you to compile a list from all your favourite stores. Notonthehighstreet.com
It’s like shopping with the biggest basket in the world! Hundreds of different wedding suppliers all in one handy place, Notonthehighstreet.com enables you to compile a list from all your favourite stores. Notonthehighstreet.com
BEST SPECIAL TOUCHES
Ambience Venue Styling
Highly commended in last year’s awards, and a Wedding Ideas favourite, the Ambience Venue Styling team can transform your wedding venue in an instant – and they tie the best chairback bows in the business! Ambiencevenuestyling.com
Highly commended in last year’s awards, and a Wedding Ideas favourite, the Ambience Venue Styling team can transform your wedding venue in an instant – and they tie the best chairback bows in the business! Ambiencevenuestyling.com
Confetti
One-stop shop, Confetti, offer everything from table centres to stationery, with everything categorised by theme on the easy-to-use website – perfect for busy brides. confetti.co.uk
One-stop shop, Confetti, offer everything from table centres to stationery, with everything categorised by theme on the easy-to-use website – perfect for busy brides. confetti.co.uk
Giddy Kipper
Inspired by the sea and family holidays in Norfolk. Giddy Kippers’ first range of dreamy decorations got rave reviews so creators Heidi and Steve branched out into weddings. Their new range features fabulous venue details as well as pressies for the little ones. Just fab! Giddykipper.net
Inspired by the sea and family holidays in Norfolk. Giddy Kippers’ first range of dreamy decorations got rave reviews so creators Heidi and Steve branched out into weddings. Their new range features fabulous venue details as well as pressies for the little ones. Just fab! Giddykipper.net
Silk Blooms
A budget-friendly alternative to real flowers, and a great wedding idea if you’re getting married abroad, Silk Blooms can be treasured and enjoyed forever! A fab heirloom idea! silkblooms.co.uk
A budget-friendly alternative to real flowers, and a great wedding idea if you’re getting married abroad, Silk Blooms can be treasured and enjoyed forever! A fab heirloom idea! silkblooms.co.uk
The Wedding Party
The website says… “everything but the dress” and that’s exactly what you get! Hundreds of brilliant ideas for every budget, you’ll get your tables sorted in seconds here. theweddingparty.co.uk
The website says… “everything but the dress” and that’s exactly what you get! Hundreds of brilliant ideas for every budget, you’ll get your tables sorted in seconds here. theweddingparty.co.uk
BEST WEDDING CAKES
Choccywoccydoodah
Cake makers extraordinaire, Choccywoccydoodah have made some of the most photo-worthy wedding cakes on the planet! Their ‘All you need is love’ design is their most popular – an amazingly elaborate riot of colout – the perfect party centre piece. choccywoccydoodah.com
Cake makers extraordinaire, Choccywoccydoodah have made some of the most photo-worthy wedding cakes on the planet! Their ‘All you need is love’ design is their most popular – an amazingly elaborate riot of colout – the perfect party centre piece. choccywoccydoodah.com
Love Cupcake
One of our very special tweet-mates, Love Cupcake have stormed into the wedding cake scene this year, grabbing a nomination from right under our noses! Their website says they love to ‘cake chat’ so why not drop them a line? Love-cupcake.co.uk
One of our very special tweet-mates, Love Cupcake have stormed into the wedding cake scene this year, grabbing a nomination from right under our noses! Their website says they love to ‘cake chat’ so why not drop them a line? Love-cupcake.co.uk
Marks and Spencer
High street favourites Marks and Spencer present a brilliant range of read-to-order cakes, starting from just £8. If you’re on a budget and in a hurry, this service is unbeatable. Marksandspencer.com
High street favourites Marks and Spencer present a brilliant range of read-to-order cakes, starting from just £8. If you’re on a budget and in a hurry, this service is unbeatable. Marksandspencer.com
Maisie Fantaisie
With the Dorchester, the Ritz and Claridges being sited as fans of her cakes, Maisie Fantaisie designer May Clee-Cadman has established herself as one of the finest cake makers in the country. Maisiefantaisie.co.uk
With the Dorchester, the Ritz and Claridges being sited as fans of her cakes, Maisie Fantaisie designer May Clee-Cadman has established herself as one of the finest cake makers in the country. Maisiefantaisie.co.uk
The English Cheesecake Co
The fact that the Wedding Ideas team LOVE cheesecake will not impact on the impartial nature of these awards. Much. A fab alternative to a traditional cake – we think they look best as favours! englishcheesecake.com
The fact that the Wedding Ideas team LOVE cheesecake will not impact on the impartial nature of these awards. Much. A fab alternative to a traditional cake – we think they look best as favours! englishcheesecake.com
BEST WEDDING SHOES
ParadoxPink, Belle or Benjamin Adams, no matter which brand from the Paradox family you choose you’re guaranteed comfort and style on the big day. With a focus on designer details at a budget-friendly price point Wedding Ideas readers regularly sport shoes from here.
Freya Rose
Blow-the-budget, spectacular bridal shoes handmade by the finest craftmen in the land. If shoes are your ‘big thing’ Freya Rose is the place for you.
Rachel Simpson
We have a girl crush on Rachel Simpson. She is hot, her designs are cool. Beautiful vintage shoes that will become heirlooms of the future.
Rainbow Club
At the top of every b2bs must-have list, Rainbow Club have a fabulous range of bridal and bridesmaids shoes, backed up by their amazing colour studio.
Crystal Couture
Modern-day princesses should not be without a pair of super-sparkly bridal shoes from these lovely ladies. iwantcrystalcouture.com
BEST WEDDING ACCESSORIES
Chez Bec
Can last year’s award winner retain her crown? Rebecca’s 2012 collection has been a huge hit with real brides, but did she win the judge’s approval? Chezbec.com
Crystal Bridal AccessoriesFrom the tiniest hint of sparkle to the biggest bling-covered tiara you could imagine, you’ll find your perfect finishing touches here. From bags to bracelets, this is your one-stop shop. crystalbridalaccessories.co.uk
Flo & Percy
Two infinitely stylish and sassy ladies who know just how modern brides want to look. Creating new designs from vintage pieces, brides can choose from the collections or have design made especially for them. Floandpercy.com
Glitzy Secrets
Glitzy Secrets have become known as the go-to place for glamorous finishing touches. Featuring regularly in the pages of Wedding Ideas, they offer bling within budget! Glitzysecrets.com
Tantrums and Tiaras
Accessory designer Kelly’s website says “affordable quality”. We’d like to add to that “amazing customer service”, “unique designs” and “one of the nicest people in the wedding industry.” FACT. Tantrumsandtiaras.org
BEST WEDDING DRESS SHOP
A Class Brides
Bristol-based duo who provide gorgeous gowns for every price point. One of the friendliest South West boutiques, we can’t wait to see the girls again this year! aclassbrides.co.uk
Creatiques
The boys are back in London town and ready to defend their crown. With record numbers already lining up for their designer days, past-winners Andrew and Rob make the whole dress shopping experience truly unforgettable. creatiques.co.uk
Ellie Sanderson
Bursting into the top 5 this year is Ellie Sanderson and her beautiful Oxford bridal boutique. What do you need to know about Ellie? She only chooses the very best designs for her shop. She gives great customer service. She likes to party! A girl after our own heart… elliesanderson.co.uk
Linda Gray Bridalwear
Linda and her tight-knit team are past winners of this prestigious award. Located in an converted chapel, you will really get that ‘wedding’ feeling when you visit this classy Gloucester boutique. Lindagraybridal.co.uk
Wedding Belles of Otley
With gowns from top names like Alan Hannah, Benjamin Roberts and Romantica of Devon in store, you can’t fail to be impressed by this West Yorkshire boutique. Highly Commended in 2011 can they make the top spot this year? Weddingbellesofotley.co.uk
To find out more about ths years nominees, winners and all the happenings at this years awards please check out the Wedding Ideas blog.
UK National Wedding Sites for people in the United Kingdom / Great Britain
http://www.topweddingsites.co.uk/
http://www.weddingsintheuk.com/
http://www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk/
http://weddingmagazine.co.uk/
http://www.youandyourwedding.co.uk/
http://www.bridesmagazine.co.uk/
http://www.planyourperfectwedding.com/
http://www.weddingideasmag.com/
http://blog.weddingideasmag.com/
http://www.newlyweds-uk.com/
http://www.theweddingdirectory.co.uk/
http://www.idealbridemagazine.co.uk/
http://www.attirebridal.com/
http://www.bridalbuyer.com/
http://www.nationalweddings.uk.net/
http://www.iwantcrystalcouture.com
English Wedding Site for people in
England
http://www.weddings.co.uk/info/england.htm
http://www.churchofengland.org/weddings-baptisms-funerals/weddings.aspx
http://www.yourchurchwedding.org/
http://english-wedding.com/
http://english-wedding.com/2011/07/uk-wedding-magazines-which-is-the-best-one-for-you/
http://www.countyweddingmagazines.com/
http://www.iwantcrystalcouture.com/shop/crystal-coutures-elite-collection/
Welsh Wedding Sites for people in
Wales
http://weddings-in-wales.galaxystudios.co.uk/
http://www.welshbride.co.uk/weddingfayres.html
http://www.welshweddingsonline.co.uk/
http://www.celticcastles.com/weddings.asp
http://www.celtic-manor.com/Weddings.aspx
http://www.forbetterforworse.co.uk/static_county/southwales.htm
http://www.weddingdaywales.co.uk/wedding-fayres-wales.php
http://www.weddingdaywales.co.uk/
http://www.weddingdaywales.co.uk/wedding-fayres-wales.php
http://www.yoursouthwaleswedding.com/
http://www.countyweddingmagazines.com/
http://www.southwalesweddingplanner.co.uk/
http://www.iwantcrystalcouture.com/shop/sale-shoes/
Scotish Wedding sites for people in Scotland
http://www.gretnaweddings.co.uk/?gclid=CLy3wbzVqK4CFSgntAod9m4oSA
http://scottishwedding.visitscotland.com/
http://www.highlandcountryweddings.co.uk/
http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/weddings
http://www.scottishweddingsonline.co.uk/
http://www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk/
http://www.scotland-inverness.co.uk/weddings.htm
http://www.allmediascotland.com/spotlight/26338/scottish-wedding-directory
Irish Wedding sites for people in
N Ireland & Ireland
http://www.weddingsireland.com/
http://www.wedding-venues.ie/
http://www.weddingsonline.ie/
http://www.irishweddingsonline.co.uk/
http://www.irishweddingsonline.com/
http://wedding-ireland.com/
http://www.confetti.ie/
http://www.irishweddingdiary.ie/
http://www.weddingjournalonline.com/
http://www.ulsterbride.com/
http://www.irishbrides.ie/
http://www.iwantcrystalcouture.com/shop/wedding-bridal-shoes/
Celebrity Wedding News
http://www.hollyscoop.com/celebrity-weddings
http://www.celebrityweddingbuzz.com/
http://www.celebrityweddings411.com/
2010 - UK Wedding Industry Statistics
How much is being spent on weddings?
Wedding budgets have also decreased since last year, with a 5% decrease in people budgeting between £5000 and £15,000.
These figures exclude the cost of the honeymoon
What are the Top Wedding Memories?
In terms of the best memory; the ceremony, the photography, the vows, the guests and the speeches scored well, with the first dance also being mentioned as important.
See more survey results: Overview of UK Weddings 2010
Wedding Budgets in 2010
Whilst the total wedding spend is just over £15,000, more couples overspent than either stuck to their budget or underspent. In a recessionary climate and with an event as important as a wedding, it is significant that budget planning is not working.
See more survey results: Overview of UK Weddings 2010
277,736 Total UK Marriages in 2010
The latest government published data for the total number of marriages in the UK for 2010 is 277,736.
The most recent year is currently provisional and it is expected that this number could increase by 1% once the final figure is published in spring 2013.
This data is sourced and combined from:
How Many Guests...
The 2010 Hitched annual survey has revealed that people are inviting less people to their wedding compared to their 2009 results.
The number of people inviting 50 to 100 guests has decreased by 7%, whereas the number of people inviting less than 50 guests has risen by 3%.
Where do couples hold their Gift Lists?
The high street department stores are still the most popular place to create a wedding gift list
The Dress Size of UK Brides
We asked brides what their wedding dress size they were or will be when they walk down the aisle.
Going over budget
Even with lower budgets, more people are expecting to go over budget this year.
With 3% less people planning on sticking to their budget.
Who's Paying the Bill?
Couples paying for their own wedding have risen by 1% in the last year, as the bride’s family paying has decreased by 1%.
2009 - UK Wedding Industry Statistics
266,950 Total UK Marriages in 2009
The latest government published data for the total number of marriages in the UK for 2009 is 266,950.
The most recent year is currently provisional and it is expected that this number could increase by 1% once the final figure is published in spring 2012.
This data is sourced and combined from:
These stats are credited to "Hitched W.I.F.E"'
2008 - UK Wedding Industry Statistics
270,403 Total UK Marriages in 2008
Government published data for the total number of marriages in the UK for 2008 is 270,403.
To view the latest government published figures for total marriages in 2009, go to: hitched-wife.org/266-950-total-uk-marriages-in-2009/
The most recent year is currently provisional and it is expected that this number could increase by 1% once the final figure is published in February 2011.
This data sourced and combined from
CONDÉ NAST - Wedding Industry Statistics for 2008
- The average overall cost of getting married in 2008 was £22,858 (up from £21,901 in 2007)
- Couples in London and the South East spend on average £23,932
- Couples in Wales and the South West spend on average – £18,991
- 53% of couples pay for most of the wedding costs
- 35% of brides would consider cosmetic surgery for their wedding (an increase of 21% year on year)
- 5% couples in the UK will sign a pre-nuptual agreement (7% of Scotish couples,6% of Londoners, 5% of Welsh couples and 2% of those in the Midlands and North/North East)
- 88% of brides will take their husband’s surname once married. 3% will keep their own, while 7% of couples are combining surnames.
- The average length of an engagement remains 18 months
- 93% of couples plan to live together, or are already doing so, prior to their wedding.
- The average engagement ring costs £2,090 (a 6.1% increase from 2007)
- 61% of brides choose their own engagement ring
- 3% of grooms will not wear a wedding ring
- 45% of couples chose a religious ceremony
- Brides in East Anglia spend most on flowers, at £750, spending 44% more than the UK average spend of £520.
- Brides paid an average of £1,200 for their dress.
- 17% of couples have their honeymoon in Europe.
- Couples spend an average of £3,860 on their honeymoon.
- The average age to get married for a bride is 29 and that of a groom is 31
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