--- title: "Weddings & parties" url: https://darlinglovelylife.com/category/weddings-celebrations/ description: "Every Weddings & parties entry published on Darling Lovely Life, 2011–2015 — 112 in all." published: 2014-10-28 updated: 2014-10-28 --- # Weddings & parties Published 2014-10-28 Label 112 entries. --- ## October 2014 28 October 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Sarah and John’s (and Milo’s) English country garden wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/10/sarah-and-johns-and-milos-english-country-garden-wedding/) Because of our pastel palette, it can be hard to find the right real weddings to showcase on Darling Lovely Life – but when fantastic photographer Karen Fuller of Fuller Photography sent… --- ## September 2014 16 September 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Ten questions to ask your wedding venue, for creative couples](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/09/want-to-do-things-your-way-here-are-ten-questions-to-ask-your-wedding-venue/) We covered this topic a few years back in the Under the Vintage Veil days, but as you can see, things are a little different now! So we’ve revamped this post for… --- ## July 2014 1 July 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [My day shadowing a wedding photographer: the hardest job in the world](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/07/my-day-shadowing-a-wedding-photographer-the-hardest-job-in-the-world/) OK maybe not THE hardest (doctors, lawyers, counsellors, bathroom cleaners… I could go on…) but after spending one whole day of my life shadowing a wedding photographer, I can honestly say that… --- ## May 2014 8 May 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Five wedding-planning pitfalls to avoid](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/05/five-wedding-planning-pitfalls-to-avoid/) Congratulations – if you’re planning your big day you’re in for an exciting few months (or years). When John and I got engaged, I made some really basic mistakes that, in all… --- ## April 2014 7 April 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [How to host your first dinner party](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/04/how-to-host-your-first-dinner-party/) This weekend, John and I did something terribly grown up and hosted our first proper dinner party. We’ve had parties before, and we’ve had people for dinner before, but we’ve never had… --- 2 April 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Past brides and grooms confess: my pre-wedding tantrums](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/04/past-brides-and-grooms-confess-my-pre-wedding-tantrums/) I have yet another confession, readers, although quite honestly, if you’ve been reading this blog since its Under the Vintage Veil days you probably already know this but are too polite to… --- 1 April 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Party at the Parlour – captured and recapped!](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/04/party-at-the-parlour-captured-and-recapped/) Everyone knows that journos work bloomin’ hard – and nobody knows that better than me! Between the blog and my freelance commitments, it can be hard to find time for a good… --- ## February 2014 26 February 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [How to stay calm on your wedding morning](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/02/how-to-stay-calm-on-your-wedding-morning/) I’m the first to admit that I can be a bit of a worrier. I try not to sweat the small stuff, but I can totally understand how planning a wedding can… --- 12 February 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Valentine’s Day date ideas for engaged couples](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/02/valentines-day-date-ideas-for-engaged-couples/) It’s easy to focus so much of your time, effort and cash on your wedding day that the run up can be a bit of a romance and money-free zone. If you’re… --- ## January 2014 22 January 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Course review: making a vintage hand-tied bouquet at the Covent Garden Academy of Flowers](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/01/course-review-making-a-vintage-hand-tied-bouquet-at-the-covent-garden-academy-of-flowers/) I’ve always loved flowers, particularly vintage-inspired blooms. I’ve never been one for structured, modern, displays, preferring the hand-tied, wildflowers, herbs and faded roses look. So when I got an invitation to come… --- 8 January 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The most common bridal dilemmas (and how to solve them) part one: family power struggles](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/01/the-most-common-bridal-dilemmas-and-how-to-solve-them-part-one-family-power-struggles/) In my years as a wedding blogger, I’ve seen it all, from family insisting on bringing unusual pets down the aisle to rogue bridesmaids turning up wearing white! Thankfully those are the… --- 4 January 2014 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Why hire a pro wedding photographer when everyone has a camera phone?](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2014/01/why-hire-a-pro-wedding-photographer-when-everyone-has-a-camera-phone/) This subject has been covered countless times, several times by me in a previous incarnation as Under the Vintage Veil and by many other established wedding bloggers. This is perhaps the most… --- ## December 2013 18 December 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [How to give people roles in your wedding without hurting anyone’s feelings](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/12/how-to-give-people-roles-in-your-wedding-without-hurting-anyones-feelings/) Being engaged is truly one of the most exciting times of your life. But as well as bringing you closer to your friends, it can also create complicated social dynamics and difficulties… --- 11 December 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [What to do if your friends can’t make it to your wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/12/what-to-do-if-your-friends-cant-make-it-to-your-wedding/) So you’ve sent out your invitations and you’re excitedly awaiting your RSVPs. But instead of those thick envelopes arriving en masse, letting you know your nearest and dearest will be there for… --- 4 December 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A pastel-pretty Paintworks real wedding with gorgeous gold shoes and styling by The Little Wedding Helper](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/12/a-pastel-pretty-paintworks-real-wedding-with-gorgeous-gold-shoes-and-styling-by-the-little-wedding-helper/) We very rarely feature real weddings on Darling Lovely Life, but when we do they are SO Darling Lovely Life that they are impossible to resist showing off to the world! Dan… --- ## November 2013 27 November 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Top 10 tips for buying authentic vintage clothing and wedding wear](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/11/top-10-tips-for-buying-authentic-vintage-clothing-and-wedding-wear/) Happy wedding Wednesday everyone (I can’t believe it’s already Wednesday!) Today we’ve brought over another long-standing friend’o'blog, Elizabeth Paton of vintage millinary and accessories supplier, Madame B’s Boutique . We go way… --- 21 November 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Our family celebration chocolate buttercream sponge cake](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/11/our-family-celebration-chocolate-buttercream-sponge-cake/) I’ve chosen this week to share a recipe that’s very close to my heart. Monday would have been my dad’s 60th birthday, and if he were here he would be dropping big… --- 20 November 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Nancy and Bolly’s revamped floral factfile – romantic roses](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/11/nancy-and-bollys-revamped-floral-factfile-romantic-roses/) Good morning everyone and happy wedding Wednesday. Today’s post marks the return of one of our fabulous columnists from our Under the Vintage Veil days for a revamped instalment of the classic… --- 13 November 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Stylist’s corner with The Little Wedding Helper: A wintry table setting for Christmas parties and weddings](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/11/stylists-corner-with-the-little-wedding-helper-a-wintry-table-setting-for-christmas-parties-and-weddings/) You didn’t think we’d move to Darling Lovely Life and leave our favourite columnists behind, did you? Our fabulous wedding and party style guru, Kirsten Butler of award-winning styling business, The Little… --- 6 November 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Real bride Jenni’s diary: how to ask your best gals to be your bridesmaids in style](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/11/real-bride-jennis-diary-how-to-ask-your-best-gals-to-be-your-bridesmaids-in-style/) Welcome back to real bride diaries. Jenni, a 26-year-old teacher from Portsmouth, has been filling us in on her pre-wedding plans for her 2014 vintage nautical-themed wedding to fiancé Paul. Her latest… --- ## October 2013 16 October 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Under the Vintage Veil’s special Miss Vintage Wedding Affair coverage](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/10/under-the-vintage-veils-special-miss-vintage-wedding-affair-coverage/) Here at Under the Vintage Veil, we’ve built up a fair few close relationships over the years. In this case, we were lucky enough to be there to exhibit at the very… --- ## September 2013 23 September 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Goodbye, Under the Vintage Veil – it’s time to start a new Darling Lovely Life](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/09/goodbye-under-the-vintage-veil-its-time-to-start-a-new-darling-lovely-life/) My dear readers, I wanted to write you a little note with some news before John and I head off on our road trip of a lifetime around the USA tomorrow… As… --- 12 September 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A picturesque country wedding at The George in Rye with beautiful vintage styling](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/09/a-picturesque-country-wedding-at-the-george-in-rye-with-beautiful-vintage-styling/) Put the kettle on and make sure you’re sitting comfortably to flick through these beautiful images. Emma and Paul got married back in April last year at the breathtaking Sussex venue, The… --- 6 September 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [How to pull off your first dance – a guest post by Forever First Dance Company](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/09/how-to-pull-off-your-first-dance-a-guest-post-by-forever-first-dance-company/) A first dance symbolises the start of a couple’s married life. But for many couples, it can also be a source of anxiety in the run up to the big day. Luckily… --- 3 September 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner – Nancy and Bolly’s weekly floral factfile #9 Smiling Sunflower](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/09/florists-corner-nancy-and-bollys-weekly-floral-factfile-9-smiling-sunflower/) We’re back online after our office was taken over by building works for the last two weeks. We’ve made some HUGE changes here which we will blog about shortly, but for now,… --- ## August 2013 22 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Veilgirls… Emmy Scarterfield of Emmy Shoes chats design, inspiration and the wedding industry](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/veilgirls-emmy-scarterfield-of-emmy-shoes-chats-design-inspiration-and-the-wedding-industry/) Good morning everyone. Today on the blog, we are so, so lucky to have one of Britain’s most respected luxury bridal shoe designers in the Veilgirls hotseat. Emmy Scarterfield has seen a… --- 16 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner – Nancy and Bolly’s weekly floral factfile #8 Fragrant Freesia](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/florists-corner-nancy-and-bollys-weekly-floral-factfile-8-fragrant-freesia/) Welcome to the very latest instalment of our favourite floral feature! Our regular columnists, vintage-loving expert florists, Nancy Moon Flowers the dream duo from Nancy Moon Flowers with a nostalgia for old… --- 13 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Vanessa and Phil’s colour-popping fabulously floral wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/vanessa-and-phils-colour-popping-fabulously-floral-wedding/) Good morning all. Today on the blog I’m really happy to showcase Vanessa and Phil’s elegant and floral vintage-inspired Canadian wedding. Shot by Just For You Photography , we fell in love… --- 9 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A grand and elegant Florida wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/a-grand-and-elegant-florida-wedding/) Good morning all, today I’m really happy to share Catrece & Bob’s Florida antique-themed wedding with you. Shot by Andi Diamond Photography , this wedding is truly unique with details and decor… --- 7 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The best vintage-inspired gifts on notonthehighstreet.com for under £50](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/the-best-vintage-inspired-gifts-on-notonthehighstreet-com-for-under-50/) I’ve always been a big fan of notonthehighstreet.com . It’s a great place to find quirky homewares and clothes that are hard to find… well, on the high street! We had a… --- 7 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Stylist’s corner with The Little Wedding Helper – Say “I do” with doors](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/stylists-corner-with-the-little-wedding-helper-say-i-do-with-doors/) Happy Tuesday everyone! Welcome back to our specialist column by the wonderful, award-winning stylist and owner of The Little Wedding Helper , Kirsten Butler! Every fortnight, Kirsten covers a styling item and… --- 5 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Swimming against the tide or riding your own wave? Making “different” into your strength](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/swimming-against-the-tide-or-riding-your-own-wave-making-different-into-your-strength/) Hi lovely readers! Today I thought I’d write about something a little bit different and dear to my heart. A lot of brides have got in touch lately telling me that they… --- 1 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner – Nancy and Bolly’s Weekly Floral Factfile #7 – Lovely Lavandula](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/florists-corner-nancy-and-bollys-weekly-floral-factfile-7-lovely-lavandula/) Welcome to the very latest instalment of our favourite floral feature! Our regular columnists, vintage-loving expert florists, Nancy Moon Flowers have already brought us a special factfile on Dahlias , a write… --- 1 August 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [DIY Desktop: make a personalised name coat hanger with Wilden Bride London](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/08/diy-desktop-make-a-personalised-name-coat-hanger-with-wilden-bride-london/) Today’s DIY expert is none other than Charlotte Wilden of Wilden Bride London . Charlotte’s beautiful designs have been described as ethereal, fashionably quirky and elegantly glamorous. Inspired by vintage and bohemian… --- ## July 2013 30 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Veilgirls – Baking never looked so beautiful with Rosalind Miller](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/veilgirls-baking-never-looked-so-beautiful-with-rosalind-miller/) Today is a very exciting day. Not only have we made a cheeky announcement about the future of Under the Vintage Veil and our expansion (yay) but we also have one of… --- 30 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Fabulous news about Over the Vintage Threshold](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/fabulous-news-about-over-the-vintage-threshold/) Good morning campers, I have to say I’m all abuzz this morning because I’ve been sitting on some rather exciting news! As many of you know, we’re launching a fabulous new vintage-inspired… --- 29 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Five fabulous favours your guests will appreciate](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/five-fabulous-favours-your-guests-will-appreciate/) I often get asked about my stance on wedding favours. Many brides are opting to forgo them altogether, finding the prospect of spending their precious budget on something guests might not even… --- 25 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner – Nancy and Bolly’s Weekly Floral Factfile #6 – Climbing Clematis](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/florists-corner-nancy-and-bollys-weekly-floral-factfile-6-climbing-clematis/) Welcome to week five of our pretty and informative (yes, we’ve married the two) floral feature! Our regular columnists, vintage-loving expert florists, Nancy Moon Flowers have already brought us a special factfile… --- 24 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Five ways to make sure your wedding starts on time](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/five-ways-to-make-sure-your-wedding-starts-on-time/) When it comes to timeliness, I must confess that I do tend to channel Monica from Friends. I hate being late, I hate other people being late to meet me and I… --- 23 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Mighty Fine Entertainment’s Top 20 Vintage Wedding Songs](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/mighty-fine-entertainments-top-20-vintage-wedding-songs/) One of my most frequently asked music questions as a vintage wedding blogger is “how do I choose vintage-inspired music that will fit my theme but still get people out of their… --- 22 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Skincare becomes science: my day with Donna Glazer at Face It](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/skincare-becomes-science-my-day-with-donna-glazer-at-face-it/) Are you doing anything special with skincare in the run up to your big day? I have never been much of a skincare expert, so I headed to Highgate’s acclaimed Face It… --- 19 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Veilgirls – the very talented and gorgeous Sabina Ali of Sabina Motasem](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/veilgirls-the-very-talented-and-gorgeous-sabina-ali-of-sabina-motasem/) Happy Thursday gorgeous folk and welcome to our latest Veilgirls instalment. This week we have fashion-turned-bridal-designer success story Sabina Ali of Sabina Motasem . A few weeks ago we met up for… --- 18 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner – Nancy and Bolly’s Weekly Floral Factfile #5 – Mini Muscari](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/florists-corner-nancy-and-bollys-weekly-floral-factfile-5-mini-muscari/) Welcome to week five of our fabulous new floral feature! Our regular columnists, vintage-loving florists, Nancy Moon Flowers have already brought us a special factfile on Dahlias , a write up on… --- 16 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Stylist’s corner with The Little Wedding Helper – embroiled in embroidery!](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/stylists-corner-with-the-little-wedding-helper-embroiled-in-embroidery/) Happy Tuesday everyone! Welcome back to our specialist column by the wonderful, award-winning stylist and owner of The Little Wedding Helper , Kirsten Butler! Every fortnight, Kirsten covers a styling item and… --- 12 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Jodie and Andrew’s elegant vintage-inspired real wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/jodie-and-andrews-elegant-vintage-inspired-real-wedding/) Jodie and Andrew first met at work where they had to share a car for a training course. On the 25th of April this year they were married in a beautifully executed… --- 10 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner – Nancy and Bolly’s Weekly Floral Factfile #4 Delicate Nigellas](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/florists-corner-nancy-and-bollys-weekly-floral-factfile-4-delicate-nigellas/) Welcome to week four of our ongoing campaign to make Wednesdays the prettiest day on the blog. Our regular columnists, fabulous, vintage-loving florists, Nancy Moon Flowers have already brought us a special… --- 9 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A midsummer night’s dream – vintage meets whimsical wedding shoot](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/fairy-shoot-whimsical-wedding/) Happy Tuesday and welcome back after a short reduced-service break on the blog! Boy do we have something special for you today – the most wonderful, whimsical shoot to ever grace our… --- 8 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [An exclusive reader offer from Gioia Mia](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/an-exclusive-reader-offer-from-gioia-mia/) We’ve got a real treat on Under the Vintage Veil today – an exclusive 3-for-2 offer from Gioia Mia handmade jewellery and accessories . The offer applies to everything from their ‘Semplice’… --- 7 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Under the Vintage Veil’s weekly bulletin](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/under-the-vintage-veils-weekly-bulletin-3/) Happy Sunday everyone! First of all I’d like to apologise again for the lack of beauty post this week. They are filmed and will resume this week but we’ve had yet another… --- 5 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A flirty, fifties colour-popping whimsical wedding shoot](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/scotney-castle-fifties-style/) It’s finally Friday and set to be a scorcher this weekend. With that in mind, we thought we’d leave you with something equally scorching to start you off. Today’s beautiful shoot at… --- 4 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Competition: win a copy of J. Courtney Sullivan’s The Engagements and £50 to spend at Vintage Styler](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/competition-win-a-copy-of-j-courtney-sullivans-the-engagement-and-50-to-spend-at-vintage-styler/) It’s competition time on Under the Vintage Veil, and this really is a special one. Being a bit of a literature fiend, I was blown away when I was asked to run… --- 3 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner – Nancy and Bolly’s weekly floral factfile #3 Hydrangeas](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/florists-corner-nancy-and-bollys-weekly-floral-factfile-3-hydrangeas/) Welcome to our ongoing campaign to make Wednesdays the prettiest day on the blog. Our regular columnists, fabulous, vintage-loving florist, Nancy Moon Flowers have already brought us a special factfile on Dahlias… --- 1 July 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A Jenny Packham gown and a windswept beach in Scotland](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/07/a-jenny-packham-gown-and-a-windswept-beach-in-scotland/) Happy Monday folks. Today on the blog we have a very special bride (I adore her attitude, just read her moving write up) with one of the most beautiful dresses we’ve ever… --- ## June 2013 22 June 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Under the Vintage Veil’s weekly bulletin](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/06/under-the-vintage-veils-weekly-bulletin/) Happy Saturday everyone. And on Saturday, they rested! Here are some of our highlights from Under the Vintage Veil and around the wedding world and beyond this week! We hope you enjoy…… --- 18 June 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The Beauty Spot Q&A with Chloe McCall MUA](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/06/the-beauty-spot-qa-with-chloe-mccall-mua/) Happy Tuesday folks. Today on the blog we have a very special treat – our very own beauty expert, make-up artist, Chloe McCall on hand to answer reader letters. Chloe is an… --- ## May 2013 21 May 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Reasons to (and not to) get married in… the battle of the seasons](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/05/reasons-to-and-not-to-get-married-in-the-battle-of-the-seasons/) Good morning weddingverse! I hope everyone is having a lovely day today. So you’re getting wed. You have one thing figured out, the groom – but where do you start? In every… --- 20 May 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Businesses that blog: how to get started](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/05/businesses-that-blog-how-to-get-started/) This post is by special request. I write a lot of business posts (don’t worry, brides, the rest of the week is all weddings so please do check back) and have had… --- 20 May 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A whimsical secret garden moodboard, courtesy of Hawke and Hughes](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/05/a-whimsical-secret-garden-moodboard-courtesy-of-hawke-and-hughes/) Good afternoon brides and grooms. Today on the blog we have beautiful inspiration from the wonderful Emma Zamani-Hawke and Sam Hughes of luxury wedding & event design company, Hawke and Hughes on… --- 17 May 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A dramatic, modern bridal twist on Victorian theatre](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/05/a-dramatic-modern-bridal-twist-on-victorian-theatre/) Happy Friday everyone. Today we have the great pleasure of featuring photography by Rebecca Douglas . This theatrical shoot draws inspiration from different historical sources, and I thought it was really original,… --- ## February 2013 20 February 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Vintage real bride Nicole – with 8 weeks to go](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/02/vintage-real-bride-nicole-with-8-weeks-to-go/) Today we have a fabulous double bill of our real bride, Nicole, on the blog owing to a two week absence on our part! Nicole is a 33 year old bride from… --- 19 February 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Welcome Emily’s Best to Under the Vintage Veil](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/02/welcome-emilys-best-to-under-the-vintage-veil/) We’re excited to welcome the very “sweet” Emily’s Best to Under the Vintage Veil! Emily’s Best are a wonderful travelling pop-up traditional sweet shop, supplying real traditional British sweets in an old-fashioned… --- 19 February 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Starting again – a reintroduction to Under the Vintage Veil](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/02/starting-again-a-reintroduction-to-under-the-vintage-veil/) So tomorrow’s the big day. I come back to work full time after a very long and difficult six months . In fact, it seems appropriate that today is our six month… --- 14 February 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [To my father.](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/02/to-my-father/) My dear friends, I’m so very sorry for my prolonged absence. Under the Vintage Veil will resume normal business at the beginning of next week. I’m also so sorry to those who… --- ## January 2013 15 January 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Under the Vintage Veil’s top twenty wedding pet peeves (in no particular order)](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/01/under-the-vintage-veils-top-twenty-wedding-pet-peeves-in-no-particular-order/) Does what it says on the tin. All a matter of personal opinion – no offence intended. Unless you’re a chair cover. ♥ Chair covers. I’m sorry if your business is supplying… --- 15 January 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Running a business: when everything else is falling apart](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/01/running-a-business-when-everything-else-is-falling-apart/) Life is thoroughly unpredictable. Until August 2012 I was on top of the world. I’d just settled into my own pattern of running a business, with a strict schedule, methods and a… --- 13 January 2013 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A warm welcome to the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2013/01/a-warm-welcome-to-the-vintage-chic-wedding-fair/) We’re delighted to welcome the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair to Under the Vintage Veil. Described as “vintage with a modern twist, and a fun an relaxing vibe” the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair… --- ## November 2012 26 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Something to Brighten your day… Spring Pantone 2013 Colours](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/something-to-brighten-your-day-spring-pantone-2013-colours/) Today we’re bringing you Meryl’s take on Pantone’s Spring 2013 colours . Today Meryl looks at Greyed Jade inspiration. We hope you enjoy and it brings some sunshine to your day! If… --- 23 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [For the love of music](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/for-the-love-of-music/) It is one of those many arguments that can make or break a dance floor on the night of your wedding: What do people like to dance to? Should you play the… --- 21 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Scrumptious Heart Cookies](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/cookies/) Everyone loves cookies and sometimes we even give our guests cookies at our weddings for favours. My favourite past time (when not watching rubbish on TV) is to bake for my husband.… --- 16 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Spring Colour 2013 by Meryl Part 6 – Sweet Nectarine](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/spring-colour-2013-by-meryl-part-6/) Today we’re bringing you Meryl’s take on Pantone’s Spring 2013 colours . Today Meryl looks at Nectarine inspiration. We hope you enjoy and it brings some sunshine to your day! If you… --- 14 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Under the Vintage Veil welcomes Hairlooms Headpieces](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/under-the-vintage-veil-welcomes-hairlooms-headpieces/) We’re excited to welcome Hairlooms Headpieces to the blog! Hairlooms Headpieces make gorgeous one of a kind bridal headpieces using refashioned vintage jewellery. Proprietor Kristen says: ” Hairlooms Headpieces are not just… --- 14 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Spring 2013 Colours by Meryl – Part 5 African Violet](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/spring-2013-colours-by-meryl-part-5-african-violet/) Today we’re bringing you Meryl’s take on Pantone’s Spring 2013 colours . Today Meryl looks at African Violet inspiration. We hope you enjoy and it brings some sunshine to your day! If… --- 13 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A very glamorous bride, a momentarily missing ring and a lovely lace dress: Kris and Rob](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/a-very-glamorous-bride-a-momentarily-missing-ring-and-a-lovely-lace-dress-kris-and-rob/) Morning all – today’s real wedding is just perfect for my mood: simple, chic and elegant. I do love a glamorous, Hollywood-inspired bride and Kris and Rob’s wedding did not disappoint. As… --- 12 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Spring 2013 Colours with Meryl Part 4 – Linen Love](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/spring-2013-colours-with-meryl-part-4-linen-love/) Today we’re bringing you Meryl’s take on Pantone’s Spring 2013 colours . Today Meryl looks at some Linen inspiration. We hope you enjoy and it brings some sunshine to your day! Linen… --- 11 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A warm welcome to Wedique](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/a-warm-welcome-to-wedique/) Under the Vintage Veil is excited to welcome online wedding accessory boutique Wedique to the blog! All of their products are handmade from scratch from the highest quality materials, making their quality… --- 9 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Spring 2013 Colours with Meryl Part 3- Poppy Red](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/spring-2013-colours-with-meryl-part-3-poppy-red/) Every day for ten days we’re bringing you Meryl’s take on Pantone’s Spring 2013 colours . Today Meryl looks at some Poppy Red inspiration. We hope you enjoy and it brings some… --- 8 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A 1930s-inspired chic affair](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/a-1930s-inspired-chic-affair/) Morning lovelies. Today I have one heck of a treat for you, if I do say so myself. This gorgeous bride is Alex Mannion of ‘ Pigeon and Quill ‘ wedding paper… --- 7 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Spring 2013 colours with Meryl part 2 – Lemon Zest](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/spring-2013-colours-with-meryl-part-2-lemon-zest/) Every day for ten days we’re bringing you Meryl’s take on Pantone’s Spring 2013 colours . Today Meryl looks at some Lemon Zest inspiration. We hope you enjoy and it brings some… --- 6 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Crisis, opportunity and your wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/crisis-opportunity-and-your-wedding/) According to my hero, Lisa Simpson (yes, really) the Chinese language uses the same word for “crisis” as it does for “opportunity” (actually, different word, same symbol apparently but anyway). It got… --- 5 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Meaning your vows (in front of an audience)](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/meaning-your-vows-in-front-of-an-audience/) I have a confession to make. In the run-up to my wedding, the thing I was the most nervous about (out of everything – which is saying something) was the idea of… --- 2 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s Corner: How to choose the right florist – A guest post by Love From Katie](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/florists-corner-how-to-choose-the-right-florist-a-guest-post-by-love-from-katie/) Happy Friday everyone! We have a special treat on the blog today – expert florist, Katie (of Love From Katie ) takes control of florist’s corner to give you some fab tips… --- 1 November 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Sunny yellow rustic chic wedding inspiration – a styled shoot](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/11/sunny-yellow-rustic-chic-wedding-inspiration-a-styled-shoot/) When Claire Graham (a fabby photographer of Claire Graham Photography fame, for those who don’t know yet) approached me with this shoot, I was so excited. Partly because it’s bright colours and… --- ## October 2012 31 October 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A wonderful woodland celebration with rustic DIY details – and a vintage veil (of course)](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/10/a-wonderful-woodland-celebration-with-rustic-diy-details-and-a-vintage-veil-of-course/) I love a celebration in nature. This family wedding was submitted by Jonathon of PhotoGlow , who beautifully captured the magical essence of the day and Alice and Dan’s wonderful family dynamic.… --- 30 October 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [How to style a vintage-inspired Halloween wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/10/how-to-style-a-vintage-inspired-halloween-wedding/) I’ve never been a fan of fancy dress weddings. There’s something about getting married in witches hats or covered in fake blood that feels like it undermines the whole process. So when… --- ## September 2012 13 September 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [An Indian and vintage-inspired real wedding – Maddy & Simon](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/09/an-indian-and-vintage-inspired-real-wedding-maddy-simon/) Hardcore Under the Vintage Veil readers may remember that several months ago Maddy and Simon won their wedding photography with Cassandra Lane Photography right here on the blog. We’ve been on quite… --- ## August 2012 13 August 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The Calm before the Storm](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/08/the-calm-before-the-storm/) Good morning , I hope you have all had a wonderful weekend. Today I am really happy to share with you a wonderful post by one of our readers and real brides,… --- ## June 2012 29 June 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A soft, vintage-inspired collaborative shoot, featuring Chez Bec accessories and styling by LuckySixpence Events](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/06/a-soft-vintage-inspired-collaborative-shoot-featuring-chez-bec-accessories-and-styling-by-luckysixpence-events/) TGIF guys! Happy Friday! Happy weekend! I hope you guys all have some lovely plans – congratulations to those of you getting married! Eek! Today I have something so purdy to show… --- 28 June 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Veilbash final recap – the official party pics by Sacco & Sacco](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/06/veilbash-final-recap-the-official-party-pics-by-sacco-sacco/) Veilbash party pictures – the final chapter of the story Sacco & Sacco saves the day Every major event has it’s little hiccough. Picture this: it’s the afternoon on the day of… --- 27 June 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The final countdown – reducing your wedding stress](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/06/the-final-countdown-reducing-your-wedding-stress/) So it’s around a month and a half to go until my wedding day – and I don’t know about the rest of you lovely people with imminent weddings but I’ll be… --- 25 June 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The Big Debate – is it OK to leave a wedding early?](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/06/the-big-debate-is-it-ok-to-leave-a-wedding-early/) Rawr – it’s Bridezilla Sara here again! Today I’ll be courting controversy again and stating in no uncertain terms that it’s never OK to leave a wedding early. OK, if you’re seriously… --- ## May 2012 22 May 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A fresh and floral spring US Real Wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/05/a-fresh-and-floral-spring-us-real-wedding/) Morning everyone! I was so happy when Carolyn Scott Photography sent me Abby and Stephen’s vintage-inspired wedding all the way from Raleigh, NC in the USA. I think Carolyn did an incredible… --- 21 May 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Cake of the week: Roses and Pearls by Ivory & Rose Cake Company](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/05/cake-of-the-week-roses-and-pearls-by-ivory-rose-cake-company/) Happy Monday everyone! So far I’ve kept to my little schedule pretty well! Very proud of myself. Today I have a really lovely, elegant design to show you – a beautiful pearls… --- 21 May 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [An artistic Brighton love shoot](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/05/artistic-brighton-love-shoot/) OK – you caught me! I can’t resist a Brighton backdrop! But these photos are so beautifully artistic I’m sure I wouldn’t have been able to say no anyway! Check out the… --- 15 May 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The Big Debate: who should give you away on your wedding day?](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/05/the-big-debate-who-should-give-you-away-on-your-wedding-day/) I was having a chat with a good friend of mine recently who isn’t so keen on the concept of marriage. She doesn’t have a problem with the idea of committing to… --- ## April 2012 15 April 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Everything you need to know about wedding speeches](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/04/everything-you-need-to-know-about-wedding-speeches/) Happy Sunday everyone. The closer it gets to your wedding day, the more Sunday’s you’re probably spending frantically planning last-minute details. I’ve written about who should get to make speeches before but… --- 13 April 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Florist’s corner: Jay Archer Floral Design’s comprehensive guide to flower budgets](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/04/florists-corner-jay-archer-floral-designs-comprehensive-guide-to-flower-budgets/) Morning everyone – this piece by Jay Archer Floral Design is so good I don’t need to say a thing! Enjoy! Budgets. Money. The essential thing we all need to talk about… --- 12 April 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [An Alice in Wonderland real wedding](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/04/an-alice-in-wonderland-real-wedding/) Morning everyone – I’ve added a little disclaimer, UTVV HQ has been struck by a terrible stomach bug *sob* so I may be slower in responding to comments, tweets and emails than… --- ## January 2012 6 January 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Pretty in powder blue – Inspiration board](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/01/pretty-in-powder-blue-inspiration-board/) It’s nearly the weekend – and while lots of you are probably gearing up for a big one, I’m feeling the chilled vibe today. So my scheduled post went out the window… --- 6 January 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Marriage and illness – when those vows mean everything](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/01/marriage-and-illness-when-those-vows-mean-everything/) A while ago I told you all about my long-standing battle with depression . It was a scary, painful but wonderfully cathartic thing to do and I was overwhelmed by the wonderful,… --- 5 January 2012 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [The big debate: Sex before marriage](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2012/01/the-big-debate-sex-before-marriage/) Let’s face it, sex is no longer personal. It’s sort of taken for granted that, while the bride may be wearing white, she’s not particularly nervous about her wedding night. But there… --- ## December 2011 21 December 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A very glamorous vintage inspiration shoot](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/12/a-very-glamorous-vintage-inspiration-shoot/) Who’s up for some classic vintage inspiration? I’ll hand over to the very lovely Sylvia from Paul Nelson Images (who shot these beautiful pictures) to tell you all about this gorgeous shoot!… --- 19 December 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [DIY: Make your own fabric and lace jars](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/12/diy-make-your-own-fabric-and-lace-jars/) Ah the simple jar – you’ve come under a bit of fire recently! People say you’re overdone, that your day has passed! Well, my little glass friend, I have to say I… --- 18 December 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [And the winning couple is…](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/12/and-the-winning-couple-is/) Thank you so much to everyone who entered and voted in the engagement shoot competition. Five lovely couples battled it out but in the end only one could win the engagement shoot… --- ## June 2011 28 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Wedding tools #1 – Top Table Planner](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/wedding-tools-1-top-table-planner/) This week I’ll be writing about some of the tools that have made my life easier while planning my wedding! The first is Top Table Planner . For just £10 for six… --- 26 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [How to set a budget (and stick to it)](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/how-to-set-a-budget-and-stick-to-it/) The first thing to do when you’re setting your budget is to be realistic about it. This blog post assumes you’re paying for at least some of your wedding, but if you’re… --- 23 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Vintage finds #4 – andallthingsnice.net](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/vintage-finds-4-andallthingsnice-net/) Online decorations shop, http://www.andallthingsnice.net has been getting some great coverage in wedding magazines lately. So I logged on to the site to see what all the fuss was about – and I… --- 22 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Vintage finds #3 – Rock n Rose](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/vintage-finds-3-rock-n-rose/) Today’s vintage finds come from Rock n Rose ! Some seriously quirky accessories for the unconventional bride. There’s a huge selection, but my favourites are as follows: Something blue Key themes are… --- 21 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Vintage finds #2 – Abigail’s Vintage Bridal](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/vintage-finds-2-abigails-vintage-bridal/) My favourite vintage find today is this seriously incredible wedding dress website! Based in the East Midlands, Abigail’s Vintage Bridal has a selection of dresses online and you can try them on… --- 20 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Vintage finds #1 – Flo & Percy](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/vintage-finds-1-flo-percy/) Every day this week I’ll be choosing my favourite vintage bridalwear find of the day. Today’s winner is Flo & Percy - the champions of pretty retro headgear for your wedding. All… --- 16 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [Choosing your guest list – who are your real friends?](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/choosing-your-guest-list-who-are-your-real-friends/) Before I got engaged, I didn’t quite realise or appreciate the way in which getting married forces you to re-evaluate your friendships. I had always assumed that friends I hadn’t seen for… --- 15 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [A shabby chic wedding on a budget – top 10 ways to save money](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/a-shabby-chic-wedding-on-a-budget-top-10-ways-to-save-money/) The venue. There are many cheap and cheerful venues that can still look effortlessly chic given the right finishing touches. For example, don’t rule out your local village hall. For a nominal… --- 14 June 2011 · by Sara - Darling Lovely Life editor ## [How to pick your venue – the top 10 must-ask questions](https://darlinglovelylife.com/2011/06/picking-your-venue/) Although it sounds simple enough, there are about a million factors to consider in choosing your venue. I’ll try to cover just ten of the crucial questions you need to ask before… ---