Pop star Kary Perry and comedian/actor Russell Brand are set to call it a day after 14 months of marriage. It has been reported that Katy Perry told Russell Brand to file for divorce as she did not want to upset her religious parents. Reports where circulating that a split was on the cards as [...]
Our final newsletter for 2011! Thanks to all our wonderful brides and suppliers for their continued support – we hope in return we have provided you with some great opportunities and inspirational ideas. This year 5 Star Weddings has gone from strength to strength, not only did we launch our fabulous newsletter but we spoke [...]
One of 5 Star Wedding Directory’s highlights of the year was interviewing some of the top designers at the White Gallery Exhibition London. It was a pleasure to meet Ian Stuart just after his collection was relieved to the press and public. We wanted to know his thoughts on his latest collection, and he gave [...]
Modern and Traditional Wedding Favours Wedding favours are some type of small gifts given as a gesture of gratitude and pleasure from the wedding couple to its guests during the ceremony or the reception. It is an old tradition that takes us back to the English aristocracy of the 17th century. The first and most known [...]
Key Traditions in a Greek Wedding – Emotional and Moving Weddings If you decide to get married with a Greek man or woman, you should keep in mind that Greeks are very traditional people and follow the habits and customs of their country or region almost religiously. Key traditions in a Greek wedding are interesting, [...]
3 Key Traditions in an Indian Wedding Indian wedding is usually a blend of rituals and customs. Key traditions in an Indian wedding offer the couple, the families and guests the chance to enjoy frothy moments with fun filled rituals. Weddings mark the beginning of a new life between the happy couple and their families; [...]
5 Top London Wedding Planners If planning your wedding, you should definitely consider hiring one of the top London wedding planners. The planning of a wedding can be a daunting and stressful experience, therefore it is recommended that you hire a professional, who can take over the responsibilities and coordinate the wedding in the best [...]
We are so pleased and excited to release the first of 5 interviews that we held at The White Gallery London. It was a pleasure to talk to Alan Hannah right after he unveiled his stunning collection on the catwalk. Hear what he has to say about his inspiration, mixing accessories and jewellery with his [...]
Cosmo Bride and She Magazine have closed publication with immediate effect. It’s a sad day for the wedding industry when such a popular and well presented print publication ends, and our thoughts go out to the staff who worked on the magazine. So why did these lifestyle magazines have to fold? In an email to [...]
Is this the future for wedding and video capture, using the all in one Apple IPad. Such a strange thing to bring to a wedding….what do you think and do you think this will catch on?
Must See Bespoke Haute Couture Lingerie
We are loving this lingerie by Lingerie D’Elia they represent thirty years of exclusive design, combining a link between the contemporary and traditional. Bespoke haute couture lingerie, Lingerie D’Elia presents the exclusive collection. Influenced by Florentine heritage combined with traditional highly crafted methods of classic techniques handed down through generations; Lingerie D’Elia challenges the refined mix of luxurious [...]
The White Gallery Catwalk Show Day 1
London’s chicest bridal design event, White Gallery London 2012 got off to a glittering start with four stunning designer catwalk shows. Opening the schedule in his own inimitable style was Royal couturier Stewart Parvin. Simple silhouettes, minimal fuss and an attention to detail produced a collection which made a strong style statement. Inspiration was provided [...]
Diamond Jewellery Designer Collaborates Luxury Lingerie Brand
We were thrilled to hear that Diabloms had discovered a gap in the market for beautifully hand crafted fine jewellery with a modern twist, creating stunning pieces that are totally unique to the wearer, whilst Fred & Ginger are renowned for their beautifully created lingerie in high quality luxurious fabrics and trims with fantastic fit! [...]
The Best Of British Bridal Accessories
With Britain taking centre stage this year as the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the 2012 Olympics fast approach, what better time to celebrate the best of British talent. Olivier Laudus, the online bridal accessory boutique, is delighted to be working with some fantastic British designers and have introduced a fabulous new range of quintessentially British [...]
Top Tips For Choosing Your Wedding Veil
A wedding veil will transform the simplest dress into a stunning Bridal outfit. It will change the whole look of your outfit. Try on different styles of dress and lengths of veil to find the one that best compliments you. By a process of elimination you will find your dream outfit. Don’t have a heavily [...]
How To Create An Elegant, Graceful Yet Sexy Silhoutte
It was great to see Rebecca Cella’s exquisite Bridal collection that features bespoke hand-knitted, body skimming dresses covered in delicate chain detailing and exclusive swarovski crystals embellishments. The exclusive and innovative fabrics sculpt and fall beautifully from the body creating an elegant, graceful yet sexy silhoutte. The collection made from Rebecca’s intricately knitted fabrics use the [...]
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