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Sophie Cockett

Sophie Cockett

Articles published by Sophie Cockett

AlmaLusa Baixa/Chiado Lisbon: Hotel Review
Honeymoons
From the city centre location to Instagram-worthy interiors and dazzling breakfast spread, find out what makes Lisbon's AlmaLusa boutique hotel the perfect spot for your Portuguese mini-moon
Gileston Manor, The Vale of Glamorgan: Hotel Review
Ceremony and Reception
If you’re on the hunt for a country house wedding venue which combines the charm of the Welsh countryside with unspoilt sea views, Gileston Manor is perfect. It’s a gorgeous spot for a mini-moon, too…
Wedding Dresses with Secret Messages: 13 Beautiful Ideas
Wedding Fashion
Hiding personalised embroidery in your wedding dress is a lovely way to make your gown totally bespoke. Here are our favourite wedding dresses with secret messages and tips on how to embroider your wedding dress yourself...
17 Wedding Photo Booth Props Your Guests Will Love
Planning Essentials
What’s a wedding photo booth without plenty of accessories to bring the snaps to life? Here are the best wedding photo booth props for you to shop now...
9 Incredible Jamaican Honeymoon Experiences You Won’t Want to Miss
Honeymoons
Heading to Jamaica on your honeymoon? You've made an excellent choice. Here are nine experiences you absolutely shouldn't miss on your romantic Caribbean getaway...
Wedding Seating Etiquette: How to Arrange Your Wedding Tables in 7 Simple Steps
Planning Essentials
Arranging your wedding tables can be a daunting task, but with these seven handy tips, you’ll get it done in no time.
30 Stunning Ways to Include Pantone’s ‘Classic Blue’ Colour of the Year in Your Wedding Day
Planning Essentials
We’re in love with this timeless and calming shade, so here are the most beautiful ways to incorporate Classic Blue into all aspects of your wedding…
How to Create a Beautiful Balloon Wall in 5 Easy Steps
Wedding DIY
Contrary to popular belief, balloons are not just for kids' birthday parties. Here at Hitched HQ, we're obsessed with balloon walls, so we've rounded up our favourites and shared the secrets to making your own...
53 of the Most Stylish Wedding Guest Accessories for 2020
Wedding Fashion
Weddings are the ultimate excuse to play dress-up. If you’re attending a wedding anytime soon, finish off your outfit in the most stylish way possible with these fabulous wedding guest accessories…
Winter Wedding Flowers: 23 Beautiful Winter Wedding Bouquets
Flowers
If you want to give your winter wedding a seasonal touch, we’ve got lots of beautiful winter wedding flower ideas to inspire you…
The Ultimate Honeymoon Checklist
Honeymoons
Packing for your honeymoon? It can be tricky to know what to take! Make sure you have everything you need for your holiday by using our extensive honeymoon checklist...
17 Dreamy Ways to Use Pampas Grass in Your Wedding
Flowers
We’re obsessed with the pampas grass trend. Here are 17 creative ways you can use it to transform your wedding day….
Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica: Hotel Review
Honeymoons
Sandals Montego Bay is not only the dreamiest of wedding destinations, but it packs a pretty good punch on the honeymoon front, too. Hitched’s Sophie Cockett went to find out what all the fuss is about…
“Disrespectful” Wedding Guest Wears White to Friend’s Wedding and is Mistaken for the Bride
News
A woman has been slammed online for sharing photos of herself at her friend’s wedding – wearing white!
First Look: Inside John Torode and Lisa Faulkner’s Aynhoe Park Wedding
Bride Forced to Sleep in a Tent the Night Before Her Wedding on Don’t Tell The Bride
The 20 Most Popular Honeymoon & Mini-Moon Destinations 2019
Honeymoons
Struggling to narrow down your search for the perfect honeymoon? Our big reveal of the most popular honeymoon & mini-moon destinations of the year is sure to help...
13 Cute Ways to Keep Guests Warm at a Winter Wedding
Planning Essentials
Hosting a winter wedding? You’ve got to make sure your guests don’t get cold! These cute winter warmers will make everyone’s day extra special…
Don’t Tell The Bride Wedding Cancelled for the First Time in History
News
The pair have been left “heartbroken” after producers called off their wedding… but for what reason?
Don’t Tell The Bride: How Do I Apply & How Much Do Couples Get Paid?
Planning Essentials
Don't Tell The Bride is back with a brand new season on E4. From how to apply to how much the couples get paid, here's everything you need to know about your favourite show...
15 of the Best Hair Masks for Healthy Wedding Day Hair
Beauty and Wellbeing
Is your hair looking dull, dry or frizzy? We know the feeling. Give it a bit of TLC with one of these amazing at-home hair treatments...
15 Long-Haul Flight Essentials for Your Honeymoon
Honeymoons
Long-haul flights can often leave us feeling jet-lagged, dehydrated and grumpy. From beauty to entertainment, make them that little more pleasant with these in-flight essentials.
15 of the Best Primers for Flawless Wedding Makeup
Beauty and Wellbeing
From Charlotte Tilbury to Rimmel, here are the best primers to ensure your bridal makeup lasts from aisle to dance floor...
The 7 Things Alex & Olivia Bowen Learnt in Their First Year of Marriage
Planning Essentials
A year after their lavish Essex wedding, Love Island's Alex & Olivia Bowen share the seven things they learnt during their first year of marriage...
Thomas Cook Wedding Advice: What to Do If You’ve Booked a Wedding or Honeymoon Through Thomas Cook
News
As news of the company's collapse breaks, here is everything you need to know about your Thomas Cook wedding or honeymoon booking.
Bride Threatens to “Punch Someone” After Hen-Do Fail and Train Carriage Wedding on Don’t Tell The Bride
Bride Kicks ‘Mortified’ Guest Out of Wedding After ‘Accidental’ Invite
News
The experience left the poor guest wanting the “earth to open up and swallow me”...
21 of the Best Strapless Bras to Wear Under Your Wedding Dress
Wedding Fashion
If you’re going to wear a bra on your wedding day, a strapless style could be your best bet. Here are the best strapless bras which won’t slip and slide as you walk down the aisle…
Size 14 Maid of Honour Forced to Lose Two Stone by Fitness-Mad Bride and Groom
News
The couple asked her to follow a weight-loss programme in order to make the wedding snaps "symmetrical"...
Newlyweds Could Face £1,000 Fine if They Fail to Register Marriage Under New System
News
According to a new system, couples must register their marriage within a week of their wedding date or potentially face a fine of up to £1,000. Here’s everything you need to know…
Which Love Island Couple Are You? Take the Quiz to Find Out!
Planning Essentials
Are you total couple goals like Tommy and Molly-Mae or is your relationship hot and fiery like Belle and Anton's? It's time to find out...
How to Fix a Broken Nail: 5 of the Best Techniques
Beauty and Wellbeing
Breaking your nail is up there with the worst things that can happen on your wedding morning. We've rounded up the best ways to fix a broken nail at home, plus some top tips for strengthening your nails to prevent it from happening in the first place.
The Best Hand Cream: 13 of the Best Hand Creams for Dry Skin
Beauty and Wellbeing
Ensure your hands look silky smooth in those close up snaps by using one of the best hand creams of the moment...
The Best Romance Books: 27 Swoon-Worthy Novels to Read
Planning Essentials
From classics to beautifully written new novels, here are the best romance books which will get you feeling mushy ahead of your wedding day…
The Biggest Celebrity Weddings of 2019
Planning Essentials
From Joe Wicks' magical countryside celebration to Billie Faiers' lavish nuptials in the Maldives, here are all of the celebrity couples who've tied the knot so far this year...
The Ultimate Bridal Beauty Countdown: Beauty Prep for Your Wedding
Beauty and Wellbeing
From hair colouring and hair removal to tanning, skin prep and fragrance, our comprehensive bridal beauty countdown has everything you need to know about looking and feeling your best on your big day. Pen at the ready… it’s time to glow up!
12 Reasons Why Love Island’s Anton is Total Husband Material
Planning Essentials
The nation has fallen in love with Anton from Love Island. Here's why the Scottish gym-owner would be the perfect husband...
The Best Wedding Instagram Accounts for Ultimate Inspiration
Planning Essentials
If Instagram is your favourite source of inspo when it comes to planning your big day, you’ll want to make sure you get following these accounts pronto…
33 of the Most Beautiful Wedding Guest Hairstyles
Beauty and Wellbeing
Are you wondering how to style your hair for that upcoming wedding? We've rounded up the best wedding guest hairstyles and provided tips for achieving each one.
Ryan Thomas Proposes to Girlfriend Lucy Mecklenburgh During Romantic Italian Getaway
News
Ryan Thomas has popped the question to girlfriend Lucy Mecklenburgh after two years of dating, and we can't wait for their wedding already!
Where is the Love Island Villa and Can You Rent It? Everything You Need to Know!
Planning Essentials
From renting it out to the secret transformations viewers NEVER get to see, here’s everything you need to know about the Love Island villa.
The Best Banquet Halls for Hire in the UK: Our Top Picks
Ceremony and Reception
Do you have dreams of hosting a feasting-style banquet for your wedding breakfast? One of these venues will be perfectly suited…
David Emanuel Reveals His Dos and Don’ts of Wedding Dress Shopping
News
As the new series of Say Yes to the Dress returns to TLC, we chat to David Emanuel about how to shop for the most important gown of your life.
How to Sell Your Wedding Dress: The Ultimate Guide
Wedding Fashion
Are you ready to kiss goodbye to your wedding dress and send it to a better home? Here’s everything you need to know about how to sell your wedding dress.
Wedding Venues in the North East: 20 of the Best
Ceremony and Reception
Looking to host your big day in the North East of England? Your search for a wedding venue ends with this round-up of the most stunning spots.
Miss, Mrs, Ms: What’s the Difference and When Should You Use Them?
Planning Essentials
It can be a little confusing, can’t it? Fear not! This guide tells you everything you need to know about when to use each of the three prefixes.
Where to Buy a Bespoke Engagement Ring in London: Everything You Need to Know
Wedding Fashion
Fancy designing a one-of-a-kind engagement ring for your other half? Here’s everything you need to know about the best places in London to do just that…
Meet the Men Who Changed Their Names After Getting Married
Planning Essentials
Gone are the days when changing your name after marriage is just for the girls. Meet the men who changed their names after saying 'I do'...
Wedding Dress Cleaning, Preservation and Storage: 13 Wedding Dress Preservation Tips for Every Bride
Wedding Fashion
Make sure your wedding dress stands the test of time by preserving it properly. We have some top tips to help you store your gown correctly…
We Tried on the Best ASOS Bridesmaid Dresses… And This Is What They Looked Like
Wedding Fashion
On the hunt for some beautiful bargain bridesmaid dresses? ASOS is always a safe bet, so we tried on their prettiest designs so you don't have to!
Mother of the Groom Duties Explained
Planning Essentials
If your son is getting married but you're unsure how to help, take a look at our guide to the main mother of the groom duties for the planning and big day itself.
Non-Religious Wedding Readings: The Best Readings about Love for Weddings
Ceremony and Reception
Looking for the perfect non-religious wedding reading for your ceremony? Find the most beautiful passages about love for your wedding readings, invitations and vows here.
Barnett Hill Hotel, Surrey: Hotel Review
Ceremony and Reception
Barnett Hill Hotel is an idyllic spot for a countryside wedding or a relaxing mini-moon. We took a trip to the village of Wonersh to experience the Surrey retreat for ourselves...
Renewing Your Wedding Vows: Everything You Need to Know
Planning Essentials
If you and your partner want to reaffirm your love for each other, we've got everything you need to know about renewing your wedding vows
The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Themes: Inspirational Planning Ideas
Planning Essentials
Vintage, rustic, alternative or boho - whichever wedding theme you go for, we've got a tonne of inspirational ideas for you
Barn Wedding Venues in Essex: Our Pick of the Best
Ceremony and Reception
Find your dream barn wedding venue in Essex with our round-up of the best rustic spots in the county
Living Coral: Beautiful Ways to Include Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2019 in Your Wedding Day
Ceremony and Reception
We’re obsessed with this vibrant coral hue, so here are our favourite ways to incorporate the shade into all aspects of your wedding!
Engagement Cakes and Cake Toppers: Our Favourite Designs
Cakes
Throwing an engagement party and want the perfect cake to treat your guests? Take a look at our pick of the best…
The Best Eyebrow Kits: Tried & Tested Eyebrow Kits for Your Wedding Day
Beauty and Wellbeing
Choosing the perfect kit to help create a beautiful wedding day brow can be tricky, so we’ve tried and tested the best for you!
Father of the Groom Duties Explained
Planning Essentials
We talk through the main father of the groom duties for the big day and during the wedding so you know exactly how to help...
& Other Stories Winter Bride: Our Top Picks From The New Collection
Wedding Fashion
High street favourite & Other Stories have launched a winter bridal collection and it is stunning. Here are our top picks!
Rose Gold Bridesmaid Dresses: Our Top Picks
Wedding Fashion
Our rose gold obsession has now reached the bridesmaids dress circuit, so treat your girls to one of these on trend rose gold styles
News
Robbie Williams' wife, Ayda Field, has broken the number one rule of wedding guest etiquette by arriving at Princess Eugenie's wedding wearing an off-white dress and jacket.