After our recent trip to Marrakech it only seemed fair that I shared some of the beautiful things I came across and some of the ideas they conjured up!

I love the relaxed, chilled out ambience that cosy corners of Marrakech have, yet I've never been more excited by the hustle and bustle, comotion, and general craziness that Moroccan streets have in abundance!



For a truly Moroccan extravaganza, opt for lots of different textures and patterns in jewel colours.

Gold and copper candles, lamps, and lanterns add a glamorous ambience, whilst cushions, drapes and bunting add a relaxed feel.

Add lots of bright colours, tonnes of flowers, floor cushions, and low tables for a more contempory,

festival-like vibe.

To keep it authentic, make sure you have lots of clashing colours and twinkly lighting!



If the Moroccan colour palette isn't for you, use pastels, different hues of your favorite colour, or lots of whites. Adding lots of textures and patterns work particularly well with fewer

colours for a modern, elegant decor.

Pretty details can make all the difference so why not try keeping things simple, and add subtle Moroccan detailing for a unique, quirky edge.

Choosing a dress to go with this theme can be tricky as pretty much anything goes, but at the same time that's part of the beauty!!

Let your imagination go wild with unusual colours, flamboyant fabrics, floaty styles and gorgeous jewellery.

Coordinate bridesmaids by keeping dresses simple, using jewel colours in soft, floaty fabrics, and natural looking glossy hair - for the softest, shiniest hair ever try Argan oil, I swear by it now!!!

Try having bridesmaids wear similar dresses in different shades for real impact.

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It's a nice day for a white wedding...

There's nothing that screams elegance like a beautiful white wedding, and these days there's so many different takes on it that it doesn't have to be traditional!

With the majority of brides still choosing to don a white or ivory gown on their wedding day, you can now get a gorgeous dress, in any style, in an array of different shades of white.



No matter how many weddings people go to, photos they see, or stories they hear, the first thing people think of is a big, princessy, white dress...

If that's right up your street, then here's two of the biggest, bestest, whitest dresses I think I've ever seen!!!

For the full princess effect, team it with lots of roses, a flamboyant cake, and lots of detailing.

For a modern, more urban vibe, try mixing simple elegance with gritty detailing, keeping dresses plain yet with stunning features, and decor minimal yet eye catching.

Even if you want a dramatic white wedding,

it doesn't mean that you can't use a range of shades to keep the whole feel of it more relaxed.

I absolutely love this cupcake tower with it's photo back drop!

I also adore these backless lace dresses!!!

I also happen to love all shades of yellow when used in wedding detailing, baroque patterns, candles, sparkles, and roses... Need I say more?!

Lace is my favorite fabric to work with, I love the intricacy, the softness, the beauty, and the exquisite detailing, and it's so, so, so, so pretty!!

If you're thinking  of using lots of lace, just remember to keep your flowers simple.

Stick to wild flowers in pastel shades.

White also works great with a seasonal twist. Use flowers and details that reflect natures beauty for a classic, yet contempory look.

Even if you want to keep almost every detail pure white, tiny touches of your favorite colour can make all the difference. For an elegant look, stick to pastel shades, classic details, and timeless looks, but don't forget to throw things in that say something about your personality as a couple!

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Be the Belle of the Ball!!

I love everything about Paris; the Moulin Rouge, the Eiffel Tower, the amazing boutiques, all of the flea markets, their style, the chic patisseries, and the King Louis costume balls with their

swooshy skirts, gorgeous corsets, and beautiful detailing on everything.

So keeping this in mind, here's my modern take on this fabulous theme!

I adore this duck egg blue dress!!

Using pastel colours in froofy (I know that's not a real word, but it explains it perfectly!!!) fabrics, and mixing it with shiny details such as candlabras and cakestands, and incorporating roses in all your favorite colours, keeps the Parisian flamboyance alive, whilst giving it a modern twist.

You can also easily incorporate modern favorites such as sweetie tables, birdcages, bunting and pretty china, giving the whole theme a more relaxed feel!

One of the things I really love about this theme is that it really can be done using any colour! I've used mostly pastels here because they're my favorite colours, but jewel or berry colours would also make a real impact!



Try to match details for that elegant, costume ball look.

Here I've used clusters of flowers in similar shades across every piece!

Use pretty trinkets in similar hues as favours!

This way your guests will have something gorgeous to remind them of your big day to keep forever!!!

For more of a classic wedding take on this theme, stick to cream, coffee, pink hues, using cameos, table lamps, and beading for timeless elegance with plenty of ambience.

If you're after a more quirky, cool twist, add colour coordinated brogues instead of silvery stilettoes, and use browns, salmon pink and coral for a slightly retro feel!

For more inspiration visit our Facebook page!

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Falling in love with Doris!

Want something abit different for your wedding day, looking for something fabulous to glam up your bridesmaids dresses, searching for a cute alternative christening gown, or just want the floatiest, flirtiest, most gorgeous petticoat ever?!!

Then take a peak at Doris, The Petticoat Specialist!

"Whilst wandering one day through a vintage fair a young business woman spotted a gap in the market for high quality, full bodied and pretty petticoats. Her dream and desires were soon realised as Doris Designs."

Using around 30 metres of luxurious chiffon in the most gorgeous colours imaginable, these beauties start at only £35 and are worth every penny!!

I'm completely head over heals with the dusty pink and grey, and just want to swish around all day!!

Make your dreams a reality too here!!