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About Hitched editorial

Meet our editorial team who nourish our blog with expert insight, fresh ideas, and trending wedding inspiration.

Our team

At Hitched, our editors want to help lead the way as you plan your wedding. You can count on them for useful tips and information, for encouragement when things get tough, and for inspiration when you're all out of ideas. As you search for suppliers, create your wedding website, and find your wedding style, Hitched will be with you all the way.

The Hitched Editorial Team works hard to stay on top of the latest wedding trends and advice backed by years of experience. They'll guide you through each stage of planning your wedding, from the moment you become engaged, to the planning process and, finally, the marriage! We understand that time is precious, which is why our articles are straightforward and easy to digest. This way you can find the wedding information and inspiration you need to plan a beautiful wedding that best represents you as a couple.

Our main goal at Hitched is to celebrate all couples. Here, love always wins and everyone is welcome at our table. It doesn't matter who you love or how you choose to celebrate. We are thrilled to be by your side as you embark on the next chapter in your life.

Editors

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Rima Barakeh

Rima Barakeh

Contributor

Rima is the former Deputy Editor at Hitched, and has years of experience writing about pretty much everything in the wedding industry. Her expert comments and advice can...

Lucy Addicott

Lucy Addicott

Commerce Writer

Lucy is a Commerce Writer at Hitched.co.uk, responsible for writing content on all aspects of shopping for your wedding. She writes articles to guide and inspire couples...

Zoe Burke

Zoe Burke

Editor

Zoe is a leading UK wedding expert and Editor of Hitched.co.uk. She has over 10 years’ experience working in the wedding industry, having started at Hitched back in 2012....

Joanna Magill

Joanna Magill

Junior Digital Writer

Joanna is a Junior Digital Writer at Hitched, a role which sees her writing content across all aspects of wedding planning, from engagement ideas to dream honeymoons and...

Maisie Peppitt

Maisie Peppitt

Content Writer

Maisie is an experienced lifestyle journalist with an adoration for weddings. She has over four years’ experience writing for different audiences, ranging from new...

Melanie Macleod

Melanie Macleod

Contributing Beauty Editor

Melanie Macleod is Contributing Beauty Editor for Hitched. She’s written about beauty and wellness since 2014, touching on everything from finding the perfect wedding...

Danielle Wilkins

Danielle Wilkins

Contributor

Danielle is a London-based freelance journalist and former print magazine editor with a special interest in wedding content, beauty, parenting, and travel. Having worked...

Caoimhe McGonagle

Caoimhe McGonagle

Contributor

Caoimhe McGonagle is a digital PR strategist and NCTJ qualified journalist with a background in wedding journalism. She's previously written for leading bridal trade...

Rachel Hirst

Rachel Hirst

Rachel Hirst is a Sheffield-based freelance journalist and copywriter. During her successful career, she’s produced content for a wide variety of print titles and...

Keshia Roelofs

Keshia Roelofs

Keshia is a content and copywriter at TKWW and a regular contributor at Hitched. Based in Ireland—and in love with London—she covers all aspects of the wedding journey...

Erica Vonderwall

Erica Vonderwall

Erica Vonderwall is a digital PR consultant for Hitched, and runs digital PR firm Colourful Comms. She was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, and is committed to opening up...

Cara & Nathan

Cara & Nathan

Guest Editors

Love Island winners Cara and Nathan began their whirlwind romance on the popular reality show in 2016. Being the only winners to have tied the knot, it made perfect sense...

Editorial policy

Hitched recognises that the right to marry who you love is not equal around the world. We commit to providing information and resources for all couples to make an informed decision about where and how to host their wedding. This includes providing transparent disclaimers and resources where featured locations may not be equally welcome to all. Our travel disclaimer reads: "Local laws may restrict service availability to all. See the Equality Index for more information.

Affiliate disclosure

Some of our articles include recommended products or services from third-party suppliers. We may earn a commission from these links. These articles include a disclosure to ensure full transparency.