Of course it doesn't and that's why I am delighted to have discovered, and spent time getting to know Rachel, the brainsbehind Frock Online. They stock little known in the UK, but fabulous, brands like Rene Derhy, Bekaloo and Numph, which almost certainly guarantees you won't suffer the toe-curling indignity of turning up in the same High Street-dress as 3 other people at your Christmas party!

But, perhaps most exciting, you can arrange an appointment if you're local to Farnham to see the clothes before you buy. Why not treat your bridesmaids to a marathon trying-on session or take your Mum along to find her outfit for your big day? Even if you can't do that, Frock's delivery and returns policy is simple and customer-friendly and that means they get the thumbs up from magicdust!

I recently worked at a wedding where the couple had obviously put a lot of thought into the gifts they gave their bridesmaids and ushers - I thought it was a brilliant, simple but hugely personal way of saying thank you.

Apparently it had taken the groom 6 years to propose and this had become something of a standing joke amongst their friends. The couple embraced this and handed out bottles of wine that needed to be laid down for 6 years before they could be drunk!

Try Wine 2 Lay Down if you're interested in doing something similar.

In my mind, you're only as good as the last wedding you planned so, imagine my delight on receiving this testimonial from Sarah & Ben, on their return from honeymoon:

"What seemed like a mountain of organisation became a fun, stress free and pleasurable experience. And that was totally thanks to Tammy and the magicdust service. The whole experience was faultless. That might sound like an exaggeration, but it's absolutely true. Whenever we needed Tammy she was there. Never intrusive or domineering, but always helpful and supportive. She offered ideas we loved, and brilliantly executed and improved our own."

And that's just one more reason why I think I have the best job in the world! If you'd like to check if we're free on your wedding date for 'On The Day' co-ordination so you too can relax and enjoy every second of your day or you just need an answer to a question that's driving you crazy, please get in touch - we're here to help!

Until next week,

Tammy x