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‘I did the right thing’: Why women are saying no to being a bridesmaid

IN FOCUS: Turning down a request to be in a pal’s bridal party feels like a friendship taboo – but what happens if you can’t face the financial or emotional pressure? Katie Rosseinsky speaks to the women who’ve been there and finds out how to let a bride-to-be down gently

The Independent UK · Jul 3

How wedding guests are coping with rising costs: ‘the total will come to £3,000 this year’

As celebrations become more lavish, those invited face higher costs. Here’s how some people juggle spending and expectations

The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2025

Out with pub crawls, in with the hikes: How the stag do went from depraved to well behaved

IN FOCUS: They’ve long had a bad rep for strip clubs and wild nights out. But this pre-wedding ritual is having an image overhaul. These days, stags are less about outdated notions of masculinity and more about making meaningful memories, says Olivia Petter

The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2025

One lucky couple can celebrate their love by winning a free wedding worth a whopping £25,000

The competition is completely free to enter and simply requires completing the sign-up form by February 28

Wales Online · Jan 30, 2023

The most popular wedding date in 2023 as off-peak booking could save you £10,000

If you book during a busy periods there may be less availability at a venue, which can drive its price up.

Daily Record · Jan 16, 2023

Best mother of the bride (or groom) outfits for 2022

You’ve helped her find The Dress, now it’s your turn

Evening Standard · May 25, 2022