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Current Poll:

What's your biggest wedding day fear?

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  • Bad weather
  • Crying during my vows
  • Getting a big spot
  • Guests not having a good time
  • Tripping up while walking down the aisle

Poll's results

What's your biggest wedding day fear?

  • Bad weather (25%)
  • Crying during my vows (5%)
  • Getting a big spot (17%)
  • Guests not having a good time (31%)
  • Tripping up while walking down the aisle (22%)
  • (0%)

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Would you consider having a destination wedding?

  • Yes, I like the thought of combining my wedding with a holiday! (50%)
  • No. I want to get married near to family and friends (39%)
  • Maybe - it all depends on the venue, that's the most important thing (11%)

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It's hard to believe that it's been a year since 'that' Royal Wedding. Catherine's dress spawned lots of copycats, but are you influenced by celebrity weddings at all?

  • Yes! I love to see what celebrity brides look like - it's great inspiration (6%)
  • No! I know my own style and don't find celebrity weddings interesting (53%)
  • Maybe. It all depends on which celebrity was getting married (41%)

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To help out with costs, many couples are opting to trim their guests lists - will you be ditching all your plus one invites when you tie the knot?

  • Yes - money is tight and I'd rather spend the money on something else (28%)
  • No - the more, the merrier on our big day (17%)
  • Maybe. We might let some guests bring a plus one (54%)

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Would you consider going on a honeymoon in the UK?

  • Yes, it cuts costs and is just as nice (23%)
  • No, I want sun and a tropical getaway please! (55%)
  • Maybe, it just depends on the destination (23%)

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Would you have a joint hen/stag party?

  • No way. I'm sticking to tradition. (62%)
  • Yes. My friends are my groom's friends and vice versa (11%)
  • Maybe - it all depends on what we did (26%)

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What kind of honeymoon are you planning?

  • A UK break (13%)
  • A beach break (55%)
  • A city break (9%)
  • On a cruise (2%)
  • A safari (3%)
  • Somewhere else (17%)
  • We're not having a honeymoon (2%)

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What's your wedding day budget?

  • £5000 or less (19%)
  • Between £5,000-£10,000 (19%)
  • Between £10,000-£15,000 (16%)
  • Between £15,000-£20,000 (17%)
  • Between £20,000-£30,000 (6%)
  • More than £30,000 (24%)
  • (0%)

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Are you wearing a veil on your big day?

  • Yes - I'm a traditional girl! (59%)
  • No - I'm wearing something more modern such as a headband or fascinator (29%)
  • Maybe, I'm not sure yet (13%)

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Would you ever consider inviting your ex to your wedding day?

  • No way! (77%)
  • Yes, we're still friends (15%)
  • Maybe - if my husband-to-be was OK with it (8%)

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It's a leap year, so would you consider proposing to your man?

  • No way! That's his job (61%)
  • Yes. If I wait for him to pop the question, I'll be drawing my pension (12%)
  • Maybe, if the moment was right (27%)

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With the Oscars coming up, who is your favourite movie bride?

  • Bella from Twilight (33%)
  • Carrie from Sex And The City: The Movie (30%)
  • Maggie from Runaway Bride (13%)
  • Mia from The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (8%)
  • Muriel from Muriel's Wedding (3%)
  • Another movie bride (13%)
  • (0%)

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Would you consider cutting back on your flower budget and doing it yourself to save pennies on your big day?

  • No! Flowers are really important to the look and feel of my big day (35%)
  • Yes! It saves money and makes it more personal (46%)
  • Maybe. If I can get some creative friends to pitch in and help! (20%)

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Would you consider ever inviting your male friends on your hen night?

  • Yes! They're as much my friends as my girlfriends (41%)
  • No. I think it should be a female-only affair (34%)
  • Maybe. It all depends on what we decide to do on the night (25%)

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Are you going to lose weight before your big day?

  • Yes! I want to look my very best (52%)
  • No. I'm happy the way I am (11%)
  • A little. I just want to tone up a bit (37%)

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Have you had to make any cutbacks with your wedding budget?

  • Yes. Money is quite tight so we've cut back on lots of things (33%)
  • No. We are still going to have our dream wedding! (11%)
  • A bit. We're doing some DIY projects and looking for some deals to help save the pennies (56%)

Poll's results

Who was your favourite famous bride this year?

  • Catherine Middleton (52%)
  • Kate Moss (10%)
  • Lily Allen (3%)
  • Myleene Klass (5%)
  • Nancy Shevell (2%)
  • Zara Philips (28%)
  • (0%)

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Which area of your wedding are you willing to spend less on to save money?

  • The dress (11%)
  • The cake (39%)
  • The reception (6%)
  • Flowers and decor (17%)
  • The honeymoon (27%)
  • (0%)

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Coloured dresses are a big bridal trend for the next season, but would you ditch ivory for a more colourful gown?

  • No! I want to wear a traditional ivory gown (54%)
  • Yes! I think it's a great trend (30%)
  • Maybe. The shape and fit is more important than the colour (16%)

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'First Look' photo sessions are becoming more popular for brides. Are you planning on having one?

  • Yes. It's a really special moment to share on our own and great to have it captured on camera (5%)
  • No! The first look should be saved for when my groom sees me coming down the aisle (79%)
  • Maybe - I might be persuaded! (16%)

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More brides are choosing to get married outside of the peak summer time to save money - when are you getting married?

  • Autumn (23%)
  • Winter (14%)
  • Spring (29%)
  • Summer (34%)
  • (0%)

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Sir Paul McCartney's new bride wore a short tea-length dress for her wedding. Would you go short on your big day?

  • Yes! My legs are my best feature so I want them on display (12%)
  • No! I think wedding dresses should be long (56%)
  • Maybe. It all depends on what suits me best (32%)

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How involved is your groom in your wedding planning?

  • Very. He's more interested in the planning than I am! (9%)
  • It's 50/50 - we're both taking on our share of the planning (68%)
  • Not at all - I'm in charge! (23%)

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What do you plan to do with your wedding dress after the big day?

  • I'm doing a 'trash the dress' photo shoot (3%)
  • I'm saving it for my children (21%)
  • I'm selling it (17%)
  • I'm just storing it away - can't bear to be parted from it! (38%)
  • Not sure (21%)
  • (0%)

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How long have you been engaged for?

  • Less than 6 months (44%)
  • Between 1 and 2 years (42%)
  • Over 2 years (13%)

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Lots of people have children before they tie the knot, but would you take the kids on your honeymoon?

  • Yes! They're part of the family and it would seem strange to go without them (13%)
  • No! This is about us as a couple (66%)
  • Maybe. It depends on where we decide to go (21%)

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More and more high street stores are producing wedding dresses, but would you wear a high street wedding dress?

  • No! It's the one day I don't want to wear high street (23%)
  • Yes. I've not got a big budget and this will help me save money (25%)
  • Maybe. It depends on how good they look on me! (53%)

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Weddings are an expensive business, aren't they? Would you like help with the financial side of planning a wedding

  • Yes, I hate finances and definitely need help! (56%)
  • Maybe, but I'm leaving the money side of things to my husband-to-be (8%)
  • No, I'm a finance whizz and totally in charge of my budget (36%)

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Are you a bride who likes to pamper herself? Will you be having any special treatments before your big day?

  • Yes - facials, pedicures, manicures, fake tan... (59%)
  • No - I don't think I need any extra grooming (7%)
  • Maybe - I might have a facial or a manicure (34%)

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The trend for engagement shoots has made its way over from the States to our shores - are you planning on having a photo shoot to celebrate your engagement?

  • Yes (25%)
  • No (71%)
  • Maybe (3%)

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It used to be tradition that the bride's parents paid for the wedding but things are changing - who is paying for your big day?

  • My fiancé and I are paying for it all (49%)
  • Both sets of parents are contributing (9%)
  • My parents are paying for it all (10%)
  • It's a mixture - everyone is chipping in! (32%)
  • (0%)

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Kate Moss had 15 bridesmaids at her recent wedding. Will you be following suit?

  • Yes - the more the merrier! (11%)
  • No - I'm only having a few bridesmaids (83%)
  • I'm not having any bridesmaids! (7%)

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What flowers are you having at your wedding?

  • Freesias (12%)
  • Lillies (12%)
  • Lily of the Valley (3%)
  • Peonies (12%)
  • Orchids (10%)
  • Roses (48%)
  • Sunflowers (3%)

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What\'s your ideal location to get married in?

  • In a church (22%)
  • On a beach (49%)
  • In a garden (5%)
  • In a hotel (3%)
  • In a country house or castle (16%)
  • In a town hall (2%)
  • Somewhere else (3%)

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Lily Allen is having two pairs of shoes for her wedding day - a high heeled pair for the day and a more comfortable pair for the party. Will you be following this trend?

  • No, it's hard enough finding one pair! (20%)
  • Yes! I want to be able to dance in comfort (57%)
  • Maybe (23%)

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Would you consider doing a joint hen and stag party with your husband-to-be?

  • No way! It should be girls only (49%)
  • Yes! A lot of my fiancé's friends are also my friends (17%)
  • Maybe - depends on exactly what was planned (34%)

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What would you most like to receive as a wedding gift?

  • Cash (45%)
  • Charity donations (4%)
  • Honeymoon vouchers (26%)
  • Something practical for the house (9%)
  • Something decorative for the house (2%)
  • Store vouchers (12%)
  • Wine (1%)

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Would you wear a copy of Catherine Middleton's wedding dress?

  • Yes - I want to feel like a princess for the day (34%)
  • No - it's too conservative for me (49%)
  • Maybe - but only if it was a good copy (17%)

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The Royal Wedding is going to the be first to be broadcast on You Tube - how will be watching it?

  • On TV at home (52%)
  • On TV at party or event (17%)
  • On YouTube (4%)
  • I'm going to be on the streets watching it for real! (4%)
  • I won't be - I couldn't care less about the Royal Wedding (23%)
  • (0%)

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After you're married, what are you doing about your surname?

  • I'm taking my husband's surname - it's tradition (68%)
  • I'm keeping my own name (4%)
  • I'm taking my husband's surname but keeping my maiden name for work (10%)
  • I'm opting for a double-barrelled combination of both of our surnames (15%)
  • We're merging our surnames to create a totally new surname (2%)
  • (0%)

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Here at Wedding we're always interested in real-life brides, so what we want to know is what dress size are you?

  • 6 or smaller (4%)
  • 8 (12%)
  • 10 (28%)
  • 12 (21%)
  • 14 (20%)
  • 16 (7%)
  • 18 or bigger (8%)

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We love reading a good wedding blog - they're a great source of inspiration. Do you read any wedding blogs?

  • Yes - they're a great resource for planning a wedding (28%)
  • No - I prefer magazines and 'official' websites (57%)
  • Sometimes - it depends on the blog (15%)

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Would you follow William and Kate's example and ask for donations to a favourite charity instead of wedding gifts?

  • Yes - we have everything we need anyway (16%)
  • No - there's still lots of things we need (41%)
  • We'd consider asking for some donations and some gifts (43%)

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Rumours abound about who will design Kate Middleton's wedding dress - who would you like to see her wear on her big day?

  • Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen (18%)
  • Caroline Castigliano (14%)
  • Issa (1%)
  • Stella McCartney (14%)
  • Bruce Oldfield (16%)
  • Jenny Packham (21%)
  • Vivienne Westwood (16%)

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Vintage is oh-so-chic but would you wear your mum's wedding dress to get married in?

  • Yes - it would make the day even more special (11%)
  • No - I want to make my own style statement (57%)
  • Maybe - it depends on what style dress my mum wore (31%)

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Are you wearing a veil on your big day?

  • Yes - it's tradition (43%)
  • No - I'm going for something more modern like a fascinator (32%)
  • Not sure yet (25%)

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Restrictions are to be lifted later this year allowing weddings to take place 24 hours a day. What time of day would you like to get married?

  • Before dawn (1%)
  • Morning (7%)
  • Mid-day (30%)
  • Afternoon (46%)
  • Evening (11%)
  • Midnight (5%)
  • (0%)

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Will you be following the latest trend and wearing more than one dress on your wedding day?

  • Yes (16%)
  • No (84%)

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Would you have a pre-nuptial agreement?

  • Yes (22%)
  • No (78%)

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Kate Middleton apparently wants to put on weight for her wedding. Are you planning on changing your size/weight for the big day?

  • I want to put on weight (7%)
  • I want to lose weight (67%)
  • I'm happy as I am (26%)

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Are you taking your husband's name?

  • Yes (46%)
  • No (49%)
  • Kind of! I'm adding his name to the end of mine (6%)

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Would you wear/are you wearing a family heirloom engagement ring, like Kate Middleton?

  • Yes (37%)
  • No (63%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 11 November 2010:

Where are you going on honeymoon?

  • Europe (29%)
  • Caribbean (8%)
  • Africa (5%)
  • Indian Ocean (16%)
  • UK (5%)
  • USA (8%)
  • Far East (14%)
  • Other (14%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 3 November 2010:

How many ushers is your groom having?

  • None (24%)
  • 1-3 (54%)
  • 4-6 (20%)
  • 7 or more (3%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 26 October 2010:

What sort of 'cake' do you want for your wedding?

  • Traditional white, tiered cake (34%)
  • Chocolate cake (12%)
  • Cupcakes or cookies (14%)
  • Cheese wheels (4%)
  • Contemporary cake (19%)
  • Something else (17%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 18 October 2010:

Would you be upset if any of your female guests wore white to your wedding?

  • Yes, it's really rude (27%)
  • Yes, but only if the dress looked bridal in any way (54%)
  • No, not at all (19%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 11 October 2010:

Is your groom helping with the wedding planning?

  • Not at all (8%)
  • Only when I ask him to do things (36%)
  • Yes, we're doing it together (50%)
  • Yes, he's doing more than I am! (5%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 27 September 2010:

By the time you get married, how long will you have been engaged for?

  • 6 months or less (4%)
  • 6-12 months (19%)
  • 12-18 months (27%)
  • 18 months - 2 years (17%)
  • Longer than 2 years (33%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 22 September 2010:

How many bridesmaids are you having?

  • 1 (11%)
  • 2 (23%)
  • 3 (23%)
  • 4 (17%)
  • 5 (9%)
  • 6 (5%)
  • More than 6 (5%)
  • None (7%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 16 September 2010:

Do you think you or your groom will cry during your vows?

  • Yes! I bet we both will (49%)
  • I will, he won't (34%)
  • He will, I won't (4%)
  • Neither of us will (12%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 8 September 2010:

Which day of the week are you getting married?

  • Monday (2%)
  • Tuesday (3%)
  • Wednesday (3%)
  • Thursday (8%)
  • Friday (20%)
  • Saturday (54%)
  • Sunday (12%)

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Monday, 6 September 2010:

Is your mother-in-law involved in planning your wedding?

  • Yes, heavily (3%)
  • Yes, a little bit (33%)
  • No, not all (64%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 17 August 2010:

Are you taking lessons for your first dance?

  • Yes (15%)
  • No, but we will be practising something at home (24%)
  • No, we'll figure it out on the day! (47%)
  • No, we're not having a first dance (14%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 16 August 2010:

Are you buying your wedding cake?

  • Yes (58%)
  • No, a friend or family member is making it (40%)
  • No, we're not having one (2%)

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Monday, 9 August 2010:

Is this your first marriage?

  • Yes (89%)
  • No (11%)

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Wednesday, 4 August 2010:

What are you doing for your hen do?

  • L plates, veils, sashes and flashing badges - the works! (8%)
  • Spa day/break (18%)
  • Weekend away (18%)
  • Cottage break (7%)
  • Dinner (9%)
  • Trip abroad (5%)
  • Themed night out (9%)
  • Something else (17%)
  • Not having a hen do (9%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 27 July 2010:

Which bloom will dominate your flower arrangements?

  • Roses (48%)
  • Peonies (8%)
  • Tulips (6%)
  • Hydrangeas (4%)
  • Liles (11%)
  • Orchids (6%)
  • Something else (16%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 13 July 2010:

What are you wearing in your hair on your wedding day?

  • Flowers (16%)
  • Alice band (12%)
  • Hair clip (21%)
  • Hat (1%)
  • Fascinator (4%)
  • Other (37%)
  • Nothing (9%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 12 July 2010:

Have you been watching Four Weddings on Living TV?

  • Yes! Love it (76%)
  • No, don't like it (9%)
  • Never heard of it (16%)

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Monday, 5 July 2010:

Are you getting married abroad?

  • Yes (25%)
  • No (75%)

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Monday, 28 June 2010:

How much are you spending on your honeymoon?

  • Under £500 (7%)
  • £501-£1,000 (5%)
  • £1,001-£2,000 (25%)
  • £2,001-£3,000 (20%)
  • £3,001-£4,000 (19%)
  • £4,001-£5,000 (11%)
  • Over £5,000 (14%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 22 June 2010:

Are you or your partner inviting exes to the wedding?

  • No (82%)
  • He is, I'm not (5%)
  • I am, he's not (9%)
  • Yes, we both are (5%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 15 June 2010:

What colour are your bridesmaids wearing?

  • Pink (9%)
  • Green (10%)
  • Blue (20%)
  • Purple (22%)
  • Red (11%)
  • Black (7%)
  • White (4%)
  • Yellow/orange (4%)
  • Brown (5%)
  • A mixture of colours (8%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 8 June 2010:

How many people are you having at your hen do?

  • Less than five (3%)
  • six-10 (35%)
  • 11-15 (20%)
  • 16-20 (21%)
  • More than 20 (12%)
  • I'm not having a hen do (9%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 2 June 2010:

If you had to spend less on one thing at your wedding, what would it be?

  • Wedding dress (4%)
  • Wedding party outfits (16%)
  • Food (9%)
  • Drink (11%)
  • Flowers (11%)
  • Cake (31%)
  • Photography (8%)
  • Honeymoon (9%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 18 May 2010:

How many people are you having on each table at your reception?

  • 6 (6%)
  • 8 (41%)
  • 10 (26%)
  • 12 (4%)
  • A mixture of numbers (18%)
  • We're having the tables banquet-style (5%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 17 May 2010:

What's your groom wearing on the big day?

  • A morning suit (32%)
  • A traditional, blue/black/brown suit (30%)
  • A contemporary suit (22%)
  • A dinner suit (tuxedo) (5%)
  • Something other than a suit (12%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 11 May 2010:

How much have you spent, or do you plan on spending, on your wedding dress?

  • Under £500 (26%)
  • £501-£1,000 (34%)
  • £1,001-£1,500 (20%)
  • £1,501-£2,000 (9%)
  • £2,001-£2,500 (3%)
  • £2,501-£3,000 (2%)
  • £3,001-£3,500 (1%)
  • Over £3,500 (5%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 5 May 2010:

Who keeps you in check with your wedding budget?

  • I'm very strict with myself already (61%)
  • My fiance (24%)
  • My mum (3%)
  • My dad (0%)
  • My bridesmaids/friends (1%)
  • My in-laws-to-be (1%)
  • No one dare try! (9%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 21 April 2010:

How much are your 'chicks' each spending on your hen do?

  • Less than £30 (9%)
  • £31-£50 (14%)
  • £51-100 (28%)
  • £101-£200 (33%)
  • £201 + (15%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 19 April 2010:

What type of honeymoon are you planning?

  • Spa (2%)
  • Beach (56%)
  • Adventure (14%)
  • City (7%)
  • Skiing (0%)
  • Sight seeing (12%)
  • Secluded (8%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 13 April 2010:

Are you having a gift list?

  • No (17%)
  • No, we're asking for donations to charity (4%)
  • No, we're asking for cash (29%)
  • No, we're asking for honeymoon vouchers (20%)
  • Yes, we're having a traditional gift list (29%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 6 April 2010:

Which of the following are you planning on doing in preparation for your wedding?

  • Lose weight (49%)
  • Tone up (29%)
  • Detox (1%)
  • Get fit (3%)
  • I'm happy as I am, thanks (18%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 30 March 2010:

What type of food are you serving at your reception?

  • Sit down meal (72%)
  • Buffet (18%)
  • Afternoon tea (3%)
  • Barbecue (6%)

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Wednesday, 24 March 2010:

What types of readings are you having at your wedding? (Tick all that apply)

  • Religious (24%)
  • Funny (16%)
  • Spiritual (7%)
  • Romantic (35%)
  • Personalised (19%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 17 March 2010:

How many guests are you inviting to your reception?

  • Less than 50 (16%)
  • 51-100 (42%)
  • 101-150 (28%)
  • 151-200 (7%)
  • Over 200 (7%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 9 March 2010:

Are you having your wedding filmed?

  • Yes (27%)
  • No (56%)
  • Haven't decided yet (17%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 2 March 2010:

Are you going to use fake tan before your wedding?

  • Yes (36%)
  • No, I'm going to go on a sunbed (11%)
  • No, I'm going to sunbathe (8%)
  • No, I'm sticking with my natural skin colour (45%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 23 February 2010:

Are you inviting children to your wedding?

  • No (29%)
  • Yes, but just to the reception (5%)
  • Yes, but not all children, just the ones I like! (20%)
  • Yes, all guests' children are welcome all day (47%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 16 February 2010:

What style of wedding dress are you wearing?

  • Vintage (14%)
  • 1950s (3%)
  • Hollywood glamour (4%)
  • Ball gown (7%)
  • Princess (15%)
  • Contemporary (9%)
  • Romantic (19%)
  • Slinky (5%)
  • Mermaid (6%)
  • Empire-line (4%)
  • Classic (14%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 10 February 2010:

What month are you marrying (or would you like to marry) in?

  • January (0%)
  • February (2%)
  • March (4%)
  • April (9%)
  • May (16%)
  • June (13%)
  • July (13%)
  • August (14%)
  • September (11%)
  • October (9%)
  • November (4%)
  • December (4%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 3 February 2010:

How are you wearing your hair?

  • Up (33%)
  • Down (16%)
  • Half-up half-down (33%)
  • Not sure yet (18%)

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Monday, 25 January 2010:

Are you having a marquee?

  • Yes (15%)
  • No (79%)
  • Not sure yet (5%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 20 January 2010:

Who's doing your wedding flowers?

  • Professional florist (62%)
  • A friend/family member (17%)
  • Someone at the venue (4%)
  • Me! (17%)

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Wednesday, 13 January 2010:

How many weddings are you attending this year? (Not including your own!)

  • None (40%)
  • One (25%)
  • Two (21%)
  • Three (8%)
  • Four (3%)
  • Five (1%)
  • More than 5 (2%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 5 January 2010:

Are you postponing your wedding because of the recession?

  • Yes (14%)
  • No (86%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 23 December 2009:

Do you have an engagement ring?

  • Yes, he proposed with it (66%)
  • Yes, but we chose it after he proposed (30%)
  • No, not yet (2%)
  • No, I'm not getting one (2%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 14 December 2009:

Do you have children?

  • Yes, but I'm not a bride-to-be (4%)
  • Yes, I have children and I'm getting married (24%)
  • No, but my partner does (2%)
  • Not yet, but I'm going to be a pregnant bride (1%)
  • No (69%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 8 December 2009:

Who's paying for the majority of your wedding?

  • My husband-to-be and I (71%)
  • My parents (22%)
  • His parents (2%)
  • Other (4%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 1 December 2009:

Which season are you getting married in?

  • Spring (28%)
  • Summer (46%)
  • Autumn (12%)
  • Winter (14%)

Previous poll:

Friday, 27 November 2009:

Who's organising your honeymoon?

  • Me (10%)
  • My husband-to-be (31%)
  • We're arranging it together (54%)
  • We're not going on honeymoon (5%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 17 November 2009:

What type of venue are you having your reception in?

  • Contemporary hotel (14%)
  • Castle (8%)
  • Converted barn (8%)
  • Marquee (6%)
  • Old country house/hotel (37%)
  • Golf club (3%)
  • Beach (3%)
  • Village hall (6%)
  • Restaurant (2%)
  • Other (13%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 11 November 2009:

Who in your wedding party are you buying presents for? Tick all that apply

  • Bridesmaids (27%)
  • Best man (24%)
  • Ushers (12%)
  • The mums (21%)
  • The dads (12%)
  • No one (3%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 4 November 2009:

Are you using professional hair and make-up artists on your wedding day?

  • Yes, for both hair and make-up (52%)
  • Yes, but just for hair (26%)
  • Yes, but just for make-up (3%)
  • No (19%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 27 October 2009:

Would you prefer your wedding to be eco-friendly?

  • Yes (56%)
  • No, I'm not going to compromise what I want (44%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 20 October 2009:

What are you having for your wedding favours?

  • Sugared almonds (3%)
  • Chocolates/sweets (32%)
  • I'm making them myself (28%)
  • Something shop bought and bespoke (12%)
  • Something shop bought (7%)
  • I'm not having favours (19%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 13 October 2009:

Are you having a free bar at your wedding?

  • Yes (15%)
  • Not entirely, but there will be some free drinks after the meal (25%)
  • No, guests will have to pay for all drinks after the meal (60%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 7 October 2009:

Would you like more help budgeting and saving for your wedding?

  • Yes (72%)
  • No (28%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 22 September 2009:

How many dresses did you try on before you chose yours?

  • I haven't chosen my dress yet (20%)
  • Just the one (11%)
  • Two-five (23%)
  • Six-10 (17%)
  • 11-20 (15%)
  • 21-30 (7%)
  • Over 30 (7%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 22 September 2009:

Do you have a wedding planner?

  • Yes (10%)
  • No (88%)
  • We haven't decided either way yet (2%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 15 September 2009:

Will your husband wear a wedding band?

  • Yes (91%)
  • No (5%)
  • Don't know (4%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 8 September 2009:

Which word best describes your wedding?

  • Traditional (46%)
  • Chic (13%)
  • Exotic (2%)
  • Glamorous (9%)
  • Rustic (12%)
  • Quirky (18%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 1 September 2009:

Who's organising the alcohol at your wedding?

  • Us (38%)
  • The venue (58%)
  • The caterers (4%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 26 August 2009:

What part of your wedding are you most looking forward to?

  • Walking down the aisle (30%)
  • The ceremony (29%)
  • Having photos taken (3%)
  • Dinner, drinks and socialising (18%)
  • Speeches (1%)
  • First dance (4%)
  • Honeymoon! (14%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 11 August 2009:

Are you nervous about some of your wedding guests not getting on?

  • Yes (48%)
  • No (52%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 11 August 2009:

What colour are your bridesmaids wearing?

  • White (6%)
  • Pink (16%)
  • Green (11%)
  • Blue (17%)
  • Red (16%)
  • Yellow (2%)
  • Purple (19%)
  • Black (14%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 5 August 2009:

Are you changing your name after the wedding?

  • No (8%)
  • Yes, I'm going double-barrelled (7%)
  • Yes, I'm taking just his name (77%)
  • Yes, but not at work (8%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 29 July 2009:

What sort of cake are you having?

  • White with tiers (42%)
  • Chocolate (22%)
  • Cheese (4%)
  • Something modern and colourful (11%)
  • Fairy or cupcakes (17%)
  • I'm not having a cake (3%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 22 July 2009:

How long is it until you get married?

  • Less than a month (5%)
  • One-two months (7%)
  • Two-four months (4%)
  • Four-six months (5%)
  • Six months-one year (37%)
  • Over a year (29%)
  • We haven't set a date yet (13%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 15 July 2009:

Where are you planning on honeymooning?

  • Caribbean (16%)
  • Indian Ocean (15%)
  • Europe (16%)
  • USA (12%)
  • Africa (7%)
  • UK (14%)
  • Far East (8%)
  • Other (11%)

Previous poll:

Friday, 10 July 2009:

What are you wearing in your hair?

  • Veil (9%)
  • Veil and tiara (42%)
  • Tiara (12%)
  • Flowers (14%)
  • Headdress/haircomb (15%)
  • Other hair decoration (5%)
  • Nothing (3%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 29 June 2009:

What sort of ceremony are you having?

  • Religious (48%)
  • Civil (52%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 24 June 2009:

How many bridesmaids are you having?

  • None (7%)
  • 1 (17%)
  • 2 (19%)
  • 3 (28%)
  • 4 (13%)
  • 5 (7%)
  • More than 5 (9%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 17 June 2009:

How much are you planning on spending on your wedding?

  • Under £10,000 (53%)
  • £10,001-£15,000 (24%)
  • £15,001-£20,000 (11%)
  • £20,001-£25,000 (6%)
  • £25,001-£30,000 (1%)
  • £30,001 + (5%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 9 June 2009:

What's your favourite flower?

  • Rose (38%)
  • Lily (19%)
  • Peony (9%)
  • Lily of the Valley (6%)
  • Tulip (11%)
  • Orchid (16%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 20 May 2009:

How did you choose your wedding venue?

  • It's near my family home (41%)
  • It's near my husband-to-be's family home (10%)
  • Internet research (29%)
  • Recommended by a friend (19%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 18 May 2009:

What will you do with your dress after the wedding?

  • Keep it to pass on (22%)
  • Keep it for the memories (60%)
  • Sell it (8%)
  • Donate it to a charity shop (2%)
  • Trash it! (1%)
  • Don't know! (8%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 18 May 2009:

How long have you been with your husband-to-be for?

  • Under a year (9%)
  • 1-3 years (28%)
  • 3-5 years (25%)
  • Over 5 years (39%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 12 May 2009:

What colour wedding flowers are you having?

  • White (27%)
  • Pink (17%)
  • Red (14%)
  • Purple/lilac/blue (19%)
  • Orange/yellow (10%)
  • Mixed (13%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 6 May 2009:

How are you wearing your hair for your wedding?

  • Up (27%)
  • Down (22%)
  • Some up some down (35%)
  • Don't know yet! (17%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 28 April 2009:

Will either of you be inviting exes to the wedding?

  • No (80%)
  • Yes, we both will (3%)
  • I am, he's not (12%)
  • He is, I'm not (6%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 22 April 2009:

Will your wedding photos be black and white or colour?

  • Black and white (1%)
  • Colour (4%)
  • Some of each (95%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 15 April 2009:

Have you bought your dress yet?

  • Yes (50%)
  • No (45%)
  • No, but I know which one I'm getting! (5%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 6 April 2009:

Lots of brides 'trash' their wedding dress after the big day for great photo opportunities - would you?

  • Yes, the pictures would be amazing (11%)
  • I'll see how I feel after the wedding (19%)
  • No way! Are you kidding? (70%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 1 April 2009:

What's your biggest wedding day fear?

  • Tripping up while walking down the aisle (11%)
  • Crying during my vows (21%)
  • Guests not having a good time (37%)
  • Getting a big spot (6%)
  • Bad weather (24%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 30 March 2009:

Are you going to buy your husband-to-be a present on your wedding day?

  • No (3%)
  • Yes (67%)
  • I hadn't even thought about it until now! (30%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 18 March 2009:

Who's taking your wedding photos?

  • A professional photographer (74%)
  • A friend who's good with a camera (26%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 11 March 2009:

Who's giving you away?

  • Dad (76%)
  • Mum (7%)
  • Sibling (7%)
  • Other relative (7%)
  • Friend (4%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 4 March 2009:

Are you nervous about the best man's speech?

  • No, I trust him (36%)
  • A little, but I'm sure it'll be fine (50%)
  • Yes, he might be totally inappropriate! (14%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 25 February 2009:

What are you doing for your first dance?

  • We're not having one (15%)
  • A practiced routine (24%)
  • Probably just shuffling around to our favourite song! (61%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 18 February 2009:

Have you gone over your original wedding budget?

  • Yes (43%)
  • No (17%)
  • Not yet, but I think we will! (40%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 9 February 2009:

How many guests are you having at your wedding?

  • Under 30 (10%)
  • 30-60 (16%)
  • 61-100 (34%)
  • 101-130 (22%)
  • 130+ (18%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 5 February 2009:

Are you going to make a speech on your wedding day?

  • Yes (30%)
  • No (51%)
  • I'd like to, but I'm not sure I'll be brave enough! (19%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 28 January 2009:

On a scale of 1 to 5, how stressful have you found planning your wedding?

  • 1 (5%)
  • 2 (10%)
  • 3 (45%)
  • 4 (30%)
  • 5 (10%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 21 January 2009:

What's the most important thing about your wedding day (apart from the groom, friends and family!)?

  • Flowers (2%)
  • Cake (0%)
  • Wedding dress (38%)
  • Food and drink (12%)
  • Venue (41%)
  • Honeymoon (7%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 14 January 2009:

Do you have an interfering mother-in-law-to-be?

  • Yes! She's a nightmare (13%)
  • A little, but I can cope (29%)
  • No, she's brilliant (58%)

Previous poll:

Tuesday, 6 January 2009:

How long have you been engaged for?

  • Less than a month (17%)
  • Less than six months (23%)
  • Less than a year (19%)
  • Over a year (41%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 17 December 2008:

What kind of cake will you be having at your wedding?

  • A classic, tiered sponge or fruit cake (62%)
  • Something modern like cupcakes or brownies (29%)
  • A selection of cheeses in a cake form (5%)
  • Something quirky like a jelly cake (4%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 10 December 2008:

How are you sending out your invitations?

  • Saving money and paper and doing it by email (6%)
  • Old fashioned paper invites (94%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 4 December 2008:

What are you asking your bridesmaids to do for your big day?

  • Have a fake tan (12%)
  • Get a manicure (15%)
  • Get their teeth whitened (4%)
  • Nothing, they're great as they are! (69%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 27 November 2008:

Recent research shows more couples are planning to get wed in the winter, as it's cheaper. Are you?

  • Yes, but I've also always loved the idea of a winter wedding (32%)
  • No, I'm sticking to summer, regardless of cost (68%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 20 November 2008:

Would you consider renewing your wedding vows in a few years' time?

  • Yes - it would be great to bring friends and family together again (31%)
  • Maybe - it would be nice to emphasise our commitment (25%)
  • No, I'd be happy just getting married once (44%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 13 November 2008:

How big is your wedding going to be?

  • Fewer than 50 guests, keeping it intimate (18%)
  • Between 50-100 guests, our closest friends and family (53%)
  • Over 100 guests, we want to celebrate with everyone we know (29%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 6 November 2008:

Will your wedding flowers be eco friendly?

  • Yes, they will all be local and seasonal (74%)
  • No, I'm having out of season, imported blooms (26%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 30 October 2008:

Would you consider doing a live webcast of your wedding for friends and family who couldn't make it?

  • Yes, it would be great to share it with them that way! (58%)
  • No, but I'll definitely email them photos of the day afterwards (42%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 23 October 2008:

Peaches Geldof admitted she rushed into marriage after only knowing her husband, Max Drummey, for a month. How long will you have been together before getting married?

  • Less than 6 months (3%)
  • 6 months - a year (5%)
  • 1 - 2 years (11%)
  • over 2 years (81%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 16 October 2008:

There's a new trend where brides trash their wedding dress after the big day. Would you?

  • No way, I want to keep it as a special memento (86%)
  • Maybe - I was thinking of selling it afterwards anyway (3%)
  • Yes - I'm not planning to wear it again! (11%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 9 October 2008:

If you were pregnant, would you wait until you'd had your baby to get married?

  • Yes, I don’t want to have a bump walking down the aisle! (59%)
  • No, I’d wear a nice maternity wedding dress! (41%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 2 October 2008:

Will you be using a wedding planner?

  • No, I want to do it all myself (84%)
  • Yes, I don't have enough time to do everything (12%)
  • Maybe, if it gets too much for me and my mum! (4%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 25 September 2008:

Would you consider getting married abroad if it meant your wedding would cost less?

  • No; no matter what the cost I want to get wed in my hometown (45%)
  • Yes; it will be more intimate, too (55%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 17 September 2008:

Are you considering taking out wedding insurance?

  • Yes; I'm worried the credit crunch will affect my suppliers (50%)
  • Maybe; we're spending a lot so it might be worth it (25%)
  • No; I'm trusting that there won't be any problems (25%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 11 September 2008:

How involved has your groom been in organising your wedding?

  • Not at all - he's left it all up to me (16%)
  • A little - he gives his opinion on things when I ask for it (61%)
  • A lot - he's turned into a proper groomzilla! (23%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 4 September 2008:

Should you throw your bouquet?

  • Yes, it's tradition! (54%)
  • No, I'd like to keep it as a memento (32%)
  • Not sure - I'll decide on the day (14%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 28 August 2008:

A new series of Don't Tell the Bride started this week. Would you let your husband-to-be organise your whole wedding?

  • Yes, I totally trust him to know my taste and wishes (42%)
  • No, never in a million years! (58%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 21 August 2008:

This week newly-married groom, Kris Dyer, has taken his wife's surname and become Mr Myddelton. What will you be doing?

  • Taking your husband's surname (67%)
  • Keeping your own (28%)
  • He's taking yours (5%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 14 August 2008:

What are you asking for as wedding gifts?

  • Traditional: homeware, etc (19%)
  • A donation to a charity (4%)
  • Travel vouchers for your honeymoon (77%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 7 August 2008:

Last week a couple got married dressed as characters from Cinderella. Are you having a themed wedding?

  • Yes, it's fun to do something a bit different on the day (10%)
  • No, I'm sticking with tradition (90%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 31 July 2008:

How do you plan to tone up for your big day?

  • Taking out gym membership (13%)
  • Going on a diet or eating more healthily (84%)
  • Having a little help, like lipo! (3%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 24 July 2008:

Is the credit crunch affecting how much you'll spend on your wedding?

  • You've saved for ages and are splashing out (50%)
  • The credit crunch has hit and you're doing it on a budget (50%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 16 June 2008:

Are you having a hen night, hen weekend or even a hen holiday?

  • not having a hen party (12%)
  • hen holiday (9%)
  • hen weekend (45%)
  • hen night (35%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 12 June 2008:

Are you wearing white on your wedding day?

  • Yes (72%)
  • No (28%)

Previous poll:

Wednesday, 28 May 2008:

Would you consider having cosmetic surgery for your wedding day?

  • Yes (25%)
  • No (75%)

Previous poll:

Monday, 12 May 2008:

Did you choose your own engagement ring?

  • Yes (53%)
  • No (47%)

Previous poll:

Friday, 25 April 2008:

Are you planning to use artificial flowers at your wedding?

  • No (80%)
  • Yes (20%)

Previous poll:

Thursday, 24 April 2008:

Are you spending the night before your wedding with your husband-to-be?

  • No (81%)
  • Yes (19%)

Previous poll:

Friday, 4 April 2008:

Are you inviting children to your wedding?

  • Yes (56%)
  • No (44%)

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