Real brides glamorous buys

The most glittering day in your diary deserves the red-carpet treatment. Read on for some Hollywood-hot tips and buys from glamorous real brides who bling…

Even though it blew the budget and I couldn't quite breathe in my designer dress from Suzanne Neville (breathing's overrated anyway), my dream wedding gown fitted my theme perfectly and was absolutely worth it! - Rachel (Editor)

We personalised the Champagne bottles with our own newlywed labels! - Amanda

I asked my maids to choose their own outfits as long as they were in ivory and black. They styled their looks so brilliantly with an eclectic mix of black sashes, black trimming and accessories - it was pure Hollywood glamour with a fresh and funky twist. - Sarah

We created a vintage glam chill-out area with cream sofas and Baroque-style cushions - Zena

Build your day around an iconic figure for a really stylish look - we chose Audrey Hepburn and bought accessories to match her style. - Emily

My big-day hair took hours to create and it was like watching a piece of art in the making! Nothing makes you feel more glamorous like an elaborate Hollywood updo! - Katy

Craig and I were treated to a surprise ice sculpture from our friends, which stood at the entrance to our reception and kept changing colours throughout the night! Awesome! - Victoria

As I went to throw my bouquet from the balcony, the sky lit up with the most overwhelming and spectacular fireworks display. For sheer flamboyant style, fireworks are sure to give your day the ultimate send-off - Laura

Start your honeymoon in style and splash out with a chaueffeur-driven ride to the airport! - Jennie

To get my '40s Hollywood siren look, I added a faux fur stole, elbow length satin gloves, a sleek and sexy updo, bright red lipstick and even a fake mole. Great glamorous buys! - Katy

My Christian Louboutin ballerina slippers were the most beautiful things I've ever seen and the most comfortable wedding shoes ever - I was the last woman standing on the dance floor! And they still make me feel like a glamour-puss! - Stacey

I found the tiara when I was with my h2b at a wedding fair. Unfortunately, he also saw the price tag (cue a bit of a row). But it was going to be mine - it sparkled like nothing you've ever seen. It was one of my best buys and I love it so much that on it pops whenever I do the housework! - Sandra

A lace jacket will lend your look a timeless, 'Grace Kelly-look', as well as a versatile one - it can come off for the dancing! - Philly

I added instant 1930s Hollywood wow to my bridesmaids' look with a long string of pearls tied in a knot - Trudi

We gave our six nephews and pageboys James Bond books as mementoes of the day and to match their obsessions! - Ashley

My must-have buy would be my hair extensions - they transformed my hair completely on the big day. I went from dull to glamorous diva in a matter of seconds! - Alyson

Giant Martini glasses overflowing with blush-stained rose buds, strings of pearls, pink Marabou feathers and antique trinkets from my grandmother's jewellery boxes made stunning centrepieces - perfect for my 'roaring '20s' theme. - Carrie

False eyelashes add pure glamour in an instant and are the perfect antidote to panda eyes! Add individual lashes to the corner of your eyes - it'll really make you look starry-eyed! - Rebecca

Prev Next