A short guide to milestone wedding anniversaries
Featured Article Milestone wedding anniversaries are special occasions that represent some of the most important points in a couple’s journey together. In this short guide, we’ll explain everything you need to know about milestone wedding anniversaries – including how they’re celebrated and what the main anniversaries are. Why are milestone wedding anniversaries important? They’re the […]
How to create and run a wedding fair
Featured Article Weddings are some of the most important days in anyone’s life which is why they’ll want to make sure everything is perfect for it. Part of the planning for this big day involves going to wedding fairs which is an event that invites local and national businesses from the wedding industry to showcase […]
Looking to impress your wedding guests? We love the spectacular live entertainment created by Rattle & Shake
By Victoria Lewis When planning a Wedding or a special event, there are a number of elements that really do make or break the party… and for me the music is KEY! With so many options out there, different tastes to cater for, and a variety of price tags; it is often hard to find […]
How to do Meghan Markle’s wedding hair
All eyes were on Meghan Markle on Saturday as she married Prince Harry in a star-studded Royal Wedding, which took place at Windsor Castle. For brides walking down the aisle this year who are looking for some inspiration for their hair, Mathew Soobroy, Principal Stylist at Charles Worthington Salons, has shared a step-by-step guide with […]
Watch our Features Editor’s live Royal Wedding commentary for iCandy at The Baby Show
Our Features Editor Katie Ann Lamb was busy at The Baby Show yesterday providing live commentary for iCandy about the Royal Wedding. She talked about everything to do with the special day, from Meghan Markle’s dreamy dress to the guestlist and various Royal traditions. In addition to covering the fairy-tale day, Katie was also given […]
Fresh Fitness Food: A wedding diet delivered to your door
By KATIE ANN LAMB Every bride wants to look her best and no matter how many hours you spend in the gym, you need to have a diet to complement it. Diets are difficult to stick to and it’s hard to know what’s right for you. Fresh Fitness Food is London’s premium provider of bespoke nutrition […]
Mum-to-be Diary: Pre-wedding pampering at Blush + Blow
A visit to a beauty salon will help you look your best for a big occasion during pregnancy...
Pregnancy stage: Week 25 and counting I recently attended the wedding of our Bride-to-be Katie Ann Lamb. Having such an important celebration during pregnancy can present its own challenges, especially when it comes to picking an outfit. I was very fortunate for this occasion as I had the privilege of being the Maid of Honour, […]
Wedding inspiration from Brides The Show
The Sloaney’s new Bride-to-be, Katie Ann Lamb, attended ‘Brides The Show’ to get some wedding inspiration and enjoy a preview from the best suppliers… — I recently attended one of the wedding industry’s most well known events, “Brides The Show” which is organised by Brides Magazine. And what a show it was! Every year over three […]
The wedding wow factor: Our former Bride-to-be’s top DIY bridal beauty tips
By CAT TOOGOOD (née Gray) I may no longer be the resident Sloaney Bride-to-be, but after my wedding last month I wanted to share some top tips for looking and feeling great on the big day. Over the past year, I’ve tried so many products to prepare for my wedding, so I wanted to tell […]
Proto-col wedding day prep products for a perfect complexion
The Proto-col range is one of our favourite skincare collections. The products are excellent for improving your complexion and will help you achieve a healthy glow for a special occasion. For those approaching their big day, some of the products in the Proto-col range should form an essential part of your pre-wedding skincare routine. […]
The Wedding Club showcases the BERTA Fall/Winter 2016 Collection
Last night The Wedding Club hosted a VIP reception for the BERTA Fall/Winter 2016 Bridal Collection. The event took place in One Belgravia Place, where the staircase was decorated with stunning wedding flowers and pretty candles. Guests were invited to admire some of the latest designs while sipping fizz and enjoying canapes. An impressive band serenaded the […]
Jo Malone perfume for your wedding day
Jo Malone perfume will add a sophisticated touch to your wedding celebrations… – If you are searching for a special scent for your special day, look no further than British favourite, Jo Malone. Jo Malone perfume is ideal for your wedding and there are several unique touches that a Jo Malone bride-to-be can enjoy. A number […]
Elegant bridal lingerie for your wedding day
Those getting married this year will no doubt already be very excited and possibly slightly overwhelmed by all of the organisation involved with planning the big day. Finding the perfect dress and trying out different hair and make up styles is enough to keep a bride-to-be busy. However, you must not forget to pick the […]
Our new bride-to-be visits the Quintessentially Weddings’ Atelier
Quintessentially Weddings’ Atelier has become a highlight on the calendar for any brides-to-be. Our own bride-to-be diary has been running in our wedding pages for over three years and has been authored by two different members of The Sloaney team since it first began. We are delighted to announce that we have another newly engaged […]
Whatley Manor: A luxury pre-wedding getaway in the Cotswolds
By The Sloaney Bride When your partner proposes, you have that magical few moments when there is nothing else in the world that is more important than your relationship. As soon as you utter yes and become a fiancé, the celebrations become a whirlwind of excitement and then the wedding planning begins. There is so […]
Wedding beauty preparation at Carol Joy London in The Dorchester
By The Sloaney Bride In the run up to your wedding day there is so much to think about that it is often easy to forget about your beauty needs. Perfect makeup, luscious locks and immaculate skin can be hard to get all at the same time and the latter is probably one of a […]
Create your own Jo Malone wedding scent
By The Sloaney Bride I remember watching the live television broadcast of the Royal Wedding and being completely captivated by the whole occasion. From start to finish, it seemed to be a magical day for many and not least the bride. It was a fairytale wedding and while it would be impossible to replicate many […]
A Moment for You: Ease your wedding stress
By The Sloaney Bride To be honest, I never thought that I would get stressed in the build up to my wedding day. I am a relatively calm person and ever since my beau proposed I have wanted the preparation to be nothing but fun and filled with excitement. With an engagement lasting nearly a […]
Cointreau Fizz create a new tipple for the wedding season
Cointreau, the iconic French liqueur, have created a new cocktail for the summer that will go down a treat on that very special day. It is also an interesting alternative to the traditional wedding tipple! The Cointreau Fizz is a light and refreshing cocktail that will give you that all important glitz and glamour on your wedding […]
How to get perfect skin for your wedding day
It is a dream of every bride to have perfect skin on their big day. With all of the stress involved in organising a wedding, for many it probably seems like a miracle to make it through the process blemish free. However, rather than having a last minute panic about your complexion, there are actually […]
Quintessentially Weddings Atelier: Meet the top wedding artisans
The Atelier from Quintessentially Weddings has announced its return this spring on April 10th and 11th. Billed as the world’s most luxurious wedding planning event, this year’s Atelier is offering exciting immersive experiences which will be hosted at the magnificent Somerset House, with a showcase of talented designers and artisans. Discover the unrivalled list of couture […]
Ease wedding stress with Sapphire Pink’s personal concierge service
If you are planning a wedding this year or during 2016, you will certainly find that you can never be prepared or pampered enough. There is just so much to think about and this can really take its toll! On top of the stresses of organising your big day and planning the event, you will […]
Totally Toppers: A personalised Bride & Groom for your wedding cake
If you are planning a wedding this year, then a wedding cake is likely to feature high on your list of priorities to organise. Whether you are deciding the shape, colour, height or flavour, there is something else that you should not forget about… the topper! Your wedding cake topper will sit proudly on the […]
The Essential Guide to Modern Wedding Etiquette
By Rosie Milne from World of Wedmin Wedding etiquette is a tricky field to navigate. Gone are the days when a wedding was hosted by the Bride’s parents and thus all decisions came down to them. With changes to modern families, technologies and accepted customs, it can be hard to know what the correct etiquette […]
Quintessentially Weddings Atelier
A champagne reception opened this year’s Quintessentially Weddings Atelier, which took place at 2 Temple Place. The beautiful venue is located in central London and is considered to be one of the city’s hidden architectural gems. It is owned by The Bulldog Trust charity an is just a stone’s throw from the river. This year […]
The Italian Destination Wedding Show comes to London
The Italian Destination Wedding Show, The Best of Italy, will take place on Sunday 26th October from 11am until 4pm at The Sofitel, St James in London. It will allow British-based couples to meet luxury suppliers from Italy in order to help them plan their dream destination wedding. Leading Italian wedding planner, Francesca Negro of Will […]
Summer Wedding Flowers: Picking the perfect blooms
Besides clear blue skies and sunshine, flowers make summer the perfect season to tie the knot. There is no better time of year to make the most of an extravagant and fragrant bouquet. Flowers in bloom at this time are simply stunning, from pretty peony roses to delightfully fragrant sweet peas. As a recent Maid […]
Create a bespoke scent at Jo Malone to capture your wedding memories
BY KATIE ANN LAMB ‘Sometimes you will never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory.’ My moment was when I was asked by my best friend to be her Maid of Honour and that memory has created a journey that we are presently sharing. With three months to go before […]
Quintessentially Weddings Atelier: A gathering of the world’s finest wedding artisans
While our Bride-To-Be Diary has now been completed after Natasha Eddery walked down the aisle at the beautiful Villa San Michele in Tuscany, wedding fever may have only just begun for some. If you are recently engaged, you will be interested to read about the launch of the Quintessentially Weddings Atelier. The event takes place […]
Villa San Michele: A dream venue for a fairy tale wedding
By LAURA TOOGOOD Natasha Eddery’s Bride-To-Be Diary has proven to be one of our most popular feature series. As she documented the build up to her big day, Natasha took us on a fantastic journey and allowed us to share all the excitement. Readers joined her on the search for the perfect wedding dress and […]
Bride-To-Be Diary: Perfect wedding hair with Pureology and the Neville Hair Whisperer
By NATASHA EDDERY When it comes to wedding hair, the glamour stakes are upped, so having lustrous-looking locks has never been more important. The daily elements, not to mention our diet and stress levels, all impact the overall health of our hair. So, if you are looking to revive your hair before your big day, […]
Personalised luxury gifts from Inkerman London
As regular readers of The Sloaney will know, our Editor Dr Laura Toogood was among the jockeys in this year’s Markel Magnolia Cup. You can read The Gallop to Goodwood in full here. As part of the big event, Laura received some wonderful gifts to mark the fantastic occasion, including a beautiful, personalised champagne flute […]
The Season 2022: Glorious floral displays dazzle visitors in the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Great Pavilion
Words: Laura Toogood | Photography: Sarah Bacon The RHS Chelsea Flower Show has returned to its usual spot in the British Summer Social Season. This year’s show does not disappoint, with a vast array of spectacular displays located in the Chelsea Flower Show Great Pavilion. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is the best place to […]
Introducing two of London’s most anticipated hotel openings of 2022
With the arrival of the new year, we are also excited to welcome some additions to the London luxury travel scene. We are delighted to alert readers of The Sloaney to the following destinations, which will open during 2022… THE TWENTY TWO The Twenty Two, a new hotel with an all-day public restaurant and a […]
Secret Spa: Catch up on your beauty treatments in the safety of your own home
By Katie Ann Lamb 2020 hasn’t been the year I think any of us anticipated and right now there doesn’t seem to be much light at the end of the tunnel. Whilst a lot of businesses are struggling, there are some that are being very innovative. In the beauty world, Secret Spa is doing their […]
Tintswalo: A tranquil, luxury hotel in Cape Town that is located in a magical situation
By Katie Ann Lamb Tintswalo is the only luxury Cape Town hotel located within Table Mountain National Park. It is positioned at the base of Chapman’s Peak. It is also the only hotel in the city that is right on the beach. I find this extraordinary, considering one of Cape Town’s best assets is the […]
Perfectly Personalised Engagement Gifts
Featured Article There is nothing more romantic than a wedding – except maybe an engagement. When a couple becomes engaged, they are making the biggest commitment of their lives, making that promise to marry and stay together, come what may. If you are looking for a special way t congratulate a couple on their upcoming […]
Hair Envy: How to get the best out of your hair like the Duchess of Cambridge
The Duchess of Cambridge has always had fabulous hair and it is much admired. As one of the most photographed women in the world, it comes as little surprise that she ensures it is in the best possible condition for every appearance. The Kate Middleton hair obsession started long before her wedding to Prince William. […]
Autumn trends for 2019: The key themes for the coming season
As summer draws to a close, it is time to start thinking about a warmer wardrobe for the months to come. Autumn is just around the corner and we have selected six of the top trends that are coming up this season… Autumn Trends 2019 Purple It can be easy to opt for darker colours […]
What jewellery should I wear to specific events?
Featured Article You know what they say – diamonds are a girl’s best friend. But when should we wear diamonds – actually, what jewellery should we wear and when? From office chic to dinner glam, we’re here to give you the rundown on how to work your jewellery no matter the occasion. Pretty professionals Everyone […]
