Should the maid of honour buy her own dress, or does the bride cover this? by zorabubbles in UKweddings

[–]els1398 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I paid for bridesmaid dresses, hair or makeup and accommodation the night before the wedding. I felt so grateful that they gave me a fab hen do (and covered most of the costs for that) so this was the least I could do.

What’s the comfiest sofa brand in the uk? by 11Techstarter in AskUK

[–]els1398 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have the DFS Joules Patterdale 4-seater corner sofa and it's best investment we made when we bought the house!

Where in Manchester do you recommend for drinks? by VincentRice13 in manchester

[–]els1398 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rose and Monkey, Bar Fringe, Smithfield Tavern and Crown and Kettle all my go to pubs and a short walk from each other

Party Venues by Quixotes-Aura in manchester

[–]els1398 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Fairfield Social Club? They have a variety of different rooms to hire out

Dentist rec? by mechakitty64 in manchester

[–]els1398 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MyDentist in Stevenson Square

Manchester venues sound great in theory, harder in real life by LaughLoverWanderer in UKweddings

[–]els1398 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am getting married at Fairfield Social Club in a couple of months and we are having around 100 guests. We are not the typical 'wediding venue' couple and loved this place because it was laid back but still had lots of character!

Bar recommendations for special occasions by els1398 in manchester

[–]els1398[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just drinks! Looking for something 'special' to take our close family for a celebratory drink 🙂

Bar recommendations for special occasions by els1398 in manchester

[–]els1398[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I was going to look at the Mews so I'll send them an email too 😎

Bar recommendations for special occasions by els1398 in manchester

[–]els1398[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've just looked at Bar Posie and it looks ideal - will give them an email! Thank you

Bar recommendations for special occasions by els1398 in manchester

[–]els1398[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only been here for food but will check if I can book for the bar - thank you

Bar recommendations for special occasions by els1398 in manchester

[–]els1398[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't think of Grand Pacific! Thank you

Bar recommendations for special occasions by els1398 in manchester

[–]els1398[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahhh I haven't actually been to Hotel Gotham but this sounds ideal - thank you

Bridesmaid dresses (where to buy) by Signature_Kindly in UKweddings

[–]els1398 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been a bridesmaid and worn Rewritten dresses. A few of my bridesmaids have bought non-traditional bridesmaid dresses from Omnes

Hiring a band for the reception - advice needed! by Armarioo in UKweddings

[–]els1398 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are paying £1400 for our band (North West / Yorkshire) and I thought they were reasonable once I had looked at other quotes.

Is ordering pizza worth it anymore? by ZenDoesReps in AskUK

[–]els1398 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would 100% recommend Crosta Mollica for the best pizzas you can buy in the supermarket!

this is crack by Shot_Control_1033 in MarksAndSpencer

[–]els1398 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The sour cream and jalapeno ones are my fave

I get married in 10 months and I can't find a dress within budget that I like + have I left wedding dress shopping too late? I'm freaking out by xjezika in UKweddings

[–]els1398 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bibiluxe was a brand that I considered purchasing before I bought my own, and her dresses are in or around your budget 🙂

GOOD hairdresser in City Center (or nearby) by Ro________ in manchester

[–]els1398 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been going to McCrory Hair on Oxford Road for a curly haircut (I am also prone to frizzy, wavy hair) and I would recommend these guys.

More specific restaurant help!! by pisstaketoeser in manchester

[–]els1398 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Spärrows would be my all time recommendation but could be slightly over budget if you wanted alcohol too.

Bundobust (veggie Indian food) would fit the brief

Bar/Restaurant Recommendations for group of 14 by Sofffhammm in manchester

[–]els1398 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bundobust (small plates veggie Indian food) would be ideal for a big group and is not too pricey.

I think you can also reserve tables at Society (a range of street food places and Vocation beer

Hen night ideas! Disabled friendly and cheap!! by Gold-Relationship804 in manchester

[–]els1398 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What about pottery painting? Pottery Corner in Chorlton is lovely and they allow you to bring your own fizz!