On your wedding day you may wish to express your thank yous by presenting a small gift or special keepsake to members of your bridal party. Always wanting to help, the Wedding Dress Factory Outlet have put together some gift solutions for your attendants.

For the mothers of both the bride and groom it has become a tradition to present them with a bouquet of flowers during the speech of the groom. An alternative to this would be a plant that she can pot in her garden. This will give her a much longer lasting reminder of your wedding day and will make her beam with pride each time she nurtures it and sees it grow. Other gifts you could present her with include a piece of jewellery. How about some delicate earrings, a locket with a photograph of the two of you in it or assist her in keeping track of the time with a watch. Photo Frames always go down well. Leave it empty for her to pop her favourite wedding day picture in or why not compile a photo collage with lots of happy memories of you all as a family for her to treasure. An ornament or figurine is perfect if she likes her collectibles, or how about some wine glasses or champagne flutes. A framed poem or some special words for her to hang in her home is a personal yet inexpensive gift.

Then there are the other ladies in your life who are involved in your day – your bridesmaids. Many of the gifts suggested for the mothers would be ideal presents. If you were to purchase some jewellery for them you could present it on the morning of your wedding day for them to wear. Other ideas include engraved  items such as a compact mirror, silver diary, glasses case, wine goblet or pen. A CD compilation of your special and favourite music from over the years or a framed photograph of the two of you on the hen night are very personal items. By going to car boot sales and fairs you may pick up some unusual but inexpensive presents. A wall mirror, a first edition of a book or a bottle of her favourite tipple are other possibilities.

For your flower girls a porcelain or rag doll in an outfit similar to their own is a lovely keepsake. You can’t go wrong with a charm bracelet, a necklace or a jewellery box. A vanity or make up set is also a little girls dream and everyone loves a cuddly teddy bear.

The men involved in your day, be it the Groom, Fathers, Best Man and Ushers, could gratefully receive a pocket watch or wrist watch. A classic choice is a pair of cuff links that they could wear on your wedding day, or how about an engraved pen, hip flask, tankard or if they are a smoker a lighter. For the business men you can’t go wrong with a personalised card holder or money clip or for a more sentimental touch consider framing a picture from the stag night. For the younger men in the party a watch or a model car are a good choice, or if they are into their sport a signed football. How about a new computer game or a personalised book. Think about what the child’s interests are and your onto a winner!

When you choose to present your gifts is up to you. For many they opt to give out the presents during the time of the speeches, however you may decide to make it a little more personal between the individuals and do it on the morning or evening prior to your wedding day. Do bear in mind that they will be more than happy to have been involved in the wonderful day and it’s true what they, say it’s the thought that counts. You don’t need to spend hundreds of pounds to express your gratitude.

With the New Year full of excited brides-to-be looking to find their dream wedding gown for their upcoming wedding, we have some news to share with you. Here at the Wedding Dress Factory Outlet we are delighted to announce we have taken a new delivery of Anna Sorrano wedding dresses. The size of these beautiful exquisite gowns start from a size 6 and are priced at an amazingly reasonable price of just £399. With a wide selection of wedding dress styles and shapes there is something from this exclusive range to suit every bride without any fear of going over her budget.

Our collection of Anna Sorrano wedding dresses can be viewed on our website and range from traditional classic dress shapes to gowns with full skirts complete with abundances of details and ruffles. These designer discount wedding dresses are exclusive to us here at the Wedding Dress Factory Outlet and as with all our dresses they are of exceptional value but also a high quality. All our dresses are available to purchase off the peg. This means there is no waiting around for your wedding dress to arrive and they are the perfect choice should you be getting married on a shorter timescale. With over 700 cheap wedding dresses for you to choose from we are confident that you will go home with your perfect wedding gown.

Once you’ve chosen your dress it’s time to accessorise with our collection of bridal veils, tiaras, underskirts and shoes to complete your look. We also have some bolero jackets and wraps. What are you waiting for, come visit us soon!

Having been busily planning your dream wedding day and fallen head over heels in love with your perfect wedding dress your to do list is being rapidly ticked off. There is one thing however that you may not have given much thought to, which is whether or not to change your maiden name upon getting married.

It is becoming more common all around the world for brides to stick with their existing name for a variety of reasons. Many women having been practising their new signatures for sometime even before getting engaged to their partner, I for one recall doodling my school crushes’ surnames as my own many moons ago. For some brides the name change barely crosses their mind and they are more than overjoyed to change their name immediately in excitement. Having both the husband and wife using the same surname is convenient and easy when it comes to making financial, legal and social arrangements, and is also advantageous if you have children.

However for some of us taking on a new surname may be more difficult. Some brides may feel they are having to give up part of their family legacy. It may be a more traditional route to take on your new husband’s surname, but your existing identity and keeping hold of the legacy may overpower it. If so then that sentiment alone is enough to make you decide to forgo tradition. It may be that you have established a reputation in your work and changing your name will cause confusion.

Do you like your husband’s surname and how does it sound with your own name? If you really dislike it there is no harm in keeping your maiden name! It may surprise you that your husband may be more than happy to take on your name. There is always the option of having a double-barrelled surname and this is a good compromise. This also allows you as a couple to maintain links with both your family names whilst at the same time recognising the change in your marital status.

A relatively new thing that some couples are opting to do is to mesh their own surnames together to create a new one. This is ideal if you are struggling to choose between names and finding it difficult to decide on whose surname to go first if they are double barrelled meshing is the perfect solution.

Whatever you choose to do it is ultimately your choice as it is a very personal one that only you can decide upon, very much like when you are shopping for wedding dresses! If you happen to still be searching for your dream wedding gown then make your first stop the Wedding Dress Factory Outlet. With over 700 discount wedding dresses of well-known bridal brands and designers, many with up to 75% less than the retail price there is a wedding dress to suit every bride.

When you decide to go shopping in search for that perfect wedding gown it is important to think about who will be accompanying you on your wedding dresses shopping experience. Ideally before you go bridal wear hunting you will have the date set and venue booked. The location and time of year you are getting wed will have some influence over your choice of bridal wear as well as your individual style and personality.

So you have a vision of your wedding day…. who will get to share the fun, laughter and tears of finding the ‘one’? Whomever you choose they should be someone who is honest and who you can trust. You will value their opinion highly and they will share in your dreams and excitement. Selecting your wedding dress can occasionally be a lengthy and time consuming process so they shouldn’t be too impatient nor get bored easily!

We would suggest no more than two people should assist you in looking for your wedding dress. It may be tempting to have a large group of friends and family but as everyone has their own views and opinions and this will ultimately baffle and confuse you. Other people’s views can be helpful but do take into consideration that you need to feel comfortable and beautiful in your chosen gown.  Of course you don’t have to have anyone go with you and you may prefer to go shopping for your wedding gown alone. This could be an option if you want to narrow it down to a few dresses you think could be the one and then invite people for their opinions on another visit before making your decision, or if you know it’s the dress of your dreams then simply go with your gut instinct! The assistants here at the Wedding Dress Factory Outlet are experienced and friendly and will be excited in assisting you find your gown from our selection of cheap wedding dresses.

The most vital thing to remember is that this is your wedding day. You should wear what you think you look and feel amazing in and feels like you. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, enjoy it.

Wedding planners are becoming more and more popular here in the UK, having been all the rage for sometime over in the States where many brides would not dream of getting married without one. From assisting you in finding your perfect wedding dress to supporting you on the day and everything else in between, by choosing to have a wedding planner it can help to ease the stress and strains that planning a wedding can bring.

You don’t have to be a Footballers wife or a be marrying a prince to enlist the services of a wedding planner. In today’s society we have our grocery shopping delivered and get someone else to do the housework. So why not employ someone with plenty of knowledge to do all the behind the scenes work to ensure you have your dream day.

What you require from your planner is ultimately down to you. Whether you want them to locate you your amazing venue or do plan everything from the wedding, reception and honeymoon. For many couples they choose to hire a wedding planner simply for the fact of not having enough time themselves. They are particularly helpful if you are getting married on a shorter time scale, if so with our huge range of discount wedding dresses available to purchase off the peg make sure you come visit us! If you are a bride getting married overseas then it makes sense to have someone who knows all the contacts and formalities involved to do the leg work for you or perhaps your a bride who feels totally overwhelmed by everything that a wedding involves.

The cost of an organisers services can vary some will charge a flat fee rate whereas others will charge a percentage of approximately 10-15% of your overall wedding cost. Other planners may charge by the hour with some setting a minimum fee amount or you may be charged individual payments by task. Do ensure you discuss how they wish to be paid and their costs before you agree for them to work with you. Any costs and fees should be agreed upfront and should be put into writing or a contract.

Ideally when looking for a wedding planner you should opt for someone who has been personally recommended to you. Alternatively you can find them via the Internet or through advertisements place in bridal wear magazines. When choosing check that their own style and individuality is a reflection of your own by browsing through their portfolio of other weddings they have planned. Do ask for references and contact numbers from previous clients to check they were happy with the service they provided.