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Apparently, the average cost of holding a wedding and reception party in the UK is now £11,000 pounds. But it seems there's a growing trend for small, intimate weddings....Henry Kaye has looked at the benefits of keeping your day intimate. [Read More]

We're proud to announce that our brand new wedding accessory catalogue is now ready to be sent to you absolutely free. [Read More]

Henry Kaye now has a clearance sale of it's beautiful range of affordable bridal shoes, they are extremely comfortable with padded soles but we need to make space for our new collection of cheap bridal shoes arriving at the end of April so we're offering crazy savings.... [Read More]

These days, a modern woman can pocket her pride and propose marriage to her man instead of waiting impatiently for him to bend the knee and whip out the ring. But in days gone by, such bold behaviour would have been frowned upon. In fact, for many a year the only window of opportunity for marriage-minded minxes was Leap Year, February 29, which rolls around once every four years. 2008 is such a year, so get those proposals ready, girls! [Read More]

What better excuse to indulge a passion for pretty shoes than your own wedding? Or your best friend's wedding? Or your sister's? Or your second cousin's? Hey, we know that shoes are dear to the hearts of women, which is why we've launched our brand new range of gorgeous bridal shoes. You and your bridesmaids might end up fighting over them... [Read More]

Henry Kaye has just launched its Holy Communion shop where lovely white shoes, dresses and accessories are available...but what should you consider when choosing the clothes for your little girl's important day? [Read More]

Complement or match – that is the question? All little girls love dressing up like princesses and being a flower girl is often a dream come true. The question is though, what does a flower girl wear for such an important event, both for you and for her! Read our guide on how to choose... [Read More]

Your wedding day is not the time to display a VPL, or worry about visible bra straps or a less-than-washboard tummy. We've all heard Trinny and Susannah extoll the virtues of "magic pants," those miracle body trimmers that give the curviest girl a svelte silhouette. Well, at Henry Kaye we've got a great new selection of the best bridal body shapers on the market. It'll be our little secret! [Read More]

The festive season if fast aproaching but what if you're also planning the biggest day of your life to coincide with the biggest days of the year? We've released a couple of useful articles for all those of you who are saying 'I do' instead of 'Merry Xmas' or 'Happy New Year', this christmas or new year's eve. [Read More]

What better excuse for new outfit than a good wedding! Everyone knows a girl can’t have too many outfits and a special occasion like a wedding is the perfect opportunity for some serious retail therapy! Why should it be any different then for the little children in your life? After all, every girl, whatever her age, relishes the opportunity to get dressed up in her finery. [Read More]

The moment when the bride and groom are showered with confetti, handfuls of tiny coloured paper shapes, is a great photo opportunity at many weddings, but in these eco-conscious days might be seen as a reckless waste of paper. But where and when did this strange custom originate? [Read More]

There’s something very sensual about a long, silky glove snaking up a bare arm. It’s dramatic, it’s sexy and it’s theatrical, and on your big wedding day, playing the starring role of the bride, a bit of leading-lady dressing-up won’t come amiss. Oh go on, make a day of it!.... Read more. [Read More]

OK, you've got the dress, or rather The Dress - no other dress will ever mean so much to you. And did it take some searching for! Now you need to fit all the other little pieces into the jigsaw, so that on the big day you can eat, drink and be merry with your guests without a care. Read our guide to wedding accessories. [Read More]

Why do brides traditionally wear a garter on their big day? Well, as with many other aspects of the ceremony, the reason is buried in history....find out what's behind the saucy ritual of a blue bridal garter by reading our newest article on wedding traditions. [Read More]

If you'd like to view Henry Kaye's products before you buy, or simply want a personal service without post and packing charges, then see if there's a Henry Kaye recommended stockist near you. [Read More]

So, you have a vision of a beach wedding. Soft sugary sand under your feet, the sea somewhere near, your closest family and friends gathered around you as you say your vows under the sun. And I suspect you're not thinking of an English seaside resort! Most dream beach weddings seem to involve a palm tree or two and a longish plane trip. To help you plan your exotic wedding day, Henry Kaye has issued some guides to ensure your beach wedding goes swimmingly! [Read More]

Satin or leather wedding shoes – that is the question?? So you’ve chosen that dream dress and got your hair and make-up just perfect. But what about the shoes? You want to look absolutely stunning but just can’t decide what to wear on your feet when you walk down the aisle to meet the man of your dreams. Do you go with leather shoes or satin wedding shoes.... [Read More]

Are you struggling to find ideas for themes for your winter wedding? Let Henry Kaye give you some ideas to get you thinking... [Read More]

A baby’s christening is perhaps the first and most special event they will attend in their young life and the outfit they wear is as big a part of the day as a bride’s dress is on her wedding day. Some families even have christening gowns that are passed down the generations to welcome each new arrival into the world. What about the christening shoes though? Henry Kaye has some help for those looking to dress tiny feet... [Read More]

Are you getting married in a dramatic red, or the palest of pinks? What about a gorgeous pale blue or stunning oyster? Having trouble finding shoes to match? With current wedding fashion shunning white and ivory, matching your accessories exactly to ensure that your look is complete isn’t easy! Henry Kaye has just released an article to help you get the perfect match... [Read More]

A winter wedding can be unforgettable. Silks, velvets, furs (faux of course!), rich colours, candlelight inside and wild skies outside… maybe a Christmas celebration to light up the heart of winter. If you’re dressing a winter wedding, you’ve got to factor in the big chill – but there are lots of stylish ways to keep yourself and your bridesmaids both beautiful and cosy on your special day. [Read More]

We often get asked when the best time is to buy bridesmaid shoes as you don't want to leave it too late yet the at the same time little feet have an annoying tendency to grow! Read our quick guide on when to buy bridesmaid shoes to take a bit of the worry out of planning your big day. [Read More]

Our summer sale is now on, and there are some fantastic bargains available so take a look at all our cheap bridesmaid dresses and discounted flower girl dresses to see if you can add a bargain to your wedding shopping. You need to hurry as the sale stock is limited and at these prices they won't hang around for long.... [Read More]

We've seen the photo's of the new brides after last weekend's 3 WAG weddings, so how can you copy their WAG wedding style? Here's Henry Kaye's quick review of Mrs Neville, Mrs Carrick and Mrs Terry wedding day style. [Read More]

Don't let your wedding day end with blisters and pain, choose a comfortable pair of flat wedding shoes to change in to for your evening reception so you can really dance the night away. [Read More]

For a short time only, we have these beautiful and unusual bridal tights for a special price just of £4.95. Only available in white, these tights feature a sophisticated swirl pattern from ankle to knee of tiny pearls within delicate white flowers. [Read More]