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Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Father of the Bride Makes 'Innocent Mistake' That's Hard To Forgive
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A TikTok video has gone viral for capturing a bride-to-be's stunned reaction after her fiance receives an unexpected message from her dad. In the clip, shared by @melpeabss, the couple sits in a car as he scrolls through images sent to the family group chat. The photos show Mel wearing her wedding dress—a slipup that, according to commenters, is surprisingly common among brides. Wedding expert Zoe Burke has shared tips with Newsweek on how to avoid this mishap from happening. Two screenshots from the viral video showing the woman look at her partner's phone and put her hand on her face. Two screenshots from the viral video showing the woman look at her partner's phone and put her hand on her face. TikTok/@melpeabss Burke said: "Many nearly-weds opt to stash their wedding outfit somewhere where their partner can't see it—at a family member or friend's house. "I would also advise against sending photos of yourself in your wedding outfit if you don't want it to be seen, as this story goes to show—you never know where the photos could end up," Burke added. "Keep them safely on your phone if you need to, but don't let them go to anyone else." The wedding planner website The Knot's survey found that average respondents started visiting dress salons about 8.5 months out from their event and made the purchase 7.5 months out from the celebration. In the comments, some users have suggested a new dress. One person said: "It was an innocent mistake! Just buy a brand new dress." This boils down to an old tradition of it being bad luck if the groom sees it before the big day. Burke, the editor of wedding-planner website said: "The tradition of not seeing the wedding dress before the big day stems back to the olden days when the couple didn't see each other at all before the marriage. This was so the groom could not back out of the arrangement, and is why the bride's face was hidden with a veil too until the moment of the first married kiss. "Now, the tradition has been adapted—it's got a superstitious element, but is mainly about having a big-reveal moment, creating anticipation surprising your partner. I would say, even if they've seen your outfit, they won't have seen the final polished look, and it will still be an incredible moment." TikTok Reacts Over 500 users have commented on the clip that has almost 2 million views and more than 155,600 likes—with many sharing their own experiences. One user posted: "My mom posted pics of me in my wedding dress on social media an hour before I walked down the aisle. [I] wanted to scream." "My mom posted a picture of my son on [Facebook] literally an hour after he was born and before I was even in our recovery room," commented another. A third wrote: "I dislike parents sometimes like are you [trying to] sabotage me." Newsweek is waiting for @melpeabss to provide a comment.
Newsweek
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Wedding Guest Arrives at Ceremony—Horror As They Then Realize Their Mistake
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Weddings are an exciting event for everyone involved but when one guest recently arrived, they realized something didn't feel right. And by the time they noticed, it was almost too late. Reddit user u/Natural-Captain-9880 shared a story titled: "I went to the wrong wedding and didn't realize until the ceremony started," on July 26. Racking up over 9,800 upvotes at the time of writing, the user explained: "I received an invitation and plugged the address into my GPS without really reading the details. "I arrived at the venue dressed in my best suit and took a seat among strangers assuming I was on the grooms side." A stock image of two male wedding guests. A stock image of two male wedding guests. Rawpixel/iStock / Getty Images Plus But when the ceremony started, the guest didn't recognize anyone walking down the aisle. "It dawned on me that I was at a completely different couples wedding," they wrote. Feeling "both mortified and amused," the guest didn't stick around for the vows and headed across town to the correct venue. They concluded: "It is still one of the most awkward mix ups I have ever had." According to The Knot's 2025 Real Weddings Study, the average wedding now costs $33,000, with 27 percent of that budget going toward the venue. With such a hefty price tag, ensuring all guests make it to the correct location is more important than ever. Wedding expert Zoe Burke, editor of wedding planning website told Newsweek that brides and grooms should go the extra mile to avoid these mistakes—especially when venues are remote or poorly signposted. She said: "You can include details like a map in your wedding invitations, or create a dedicated section on your wedding website, so it's clear to everyone. "It's also a good idea to set up some signage on the roadside as you approach your venue, or tie balloons to the gate or something, particularly if it's not well signposted, so your guests know they're on the right track." Reddit Reacts Reddit users were quick to chime in, many admitting they've been in similar situations. "We had that at my daughter's wedding. There were 4-5 weddings in town that weekend. He got on the bus to her wedding and once he got there, realized it was the wrong wedding. The bus took him to the right one. Things happen," one commenter shared. Another user offered a darker twist: "I once was following a funeral procession from the church to the cemetery, and accidentally followed the wrong hearse." And some mishaps were sneakier: "I was skipping a ceremony and planned on just showing up to the reception. I realized I didn't know anyone there shortly after I put my card/cash gift in the basket. Turns out I remembered the date wrong and was a week early. Grabbed the card and Ninja'd out. Feel like no one noticed my little raid." Newsweek reached out to u/Natural-Captain-9880 for comment. We could not verify the details of the case. Has a wedding come between your relationship with a loved one? Let us know via life@ We can ask experts for advice, and your story could be featured on Newsweek.
Newsweek
21-07-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Wedding Guest Buys Blue Dress, Horror at What She Realizes Night Before
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A Reddit user is being hailed for her quick thinking and creative wardrobe solution after narrowly avoiding a wedding guest nightmare. In a post that has since racked up 18,000 upvotes, a woman who goes by u/GranddaughterofBeryl shared how she had second thoughts about her baby blue dress as she realized something which was a major wedding etiquette no-no. "After staring at it long enough, I convinced myself it looked too close to white and might appear white or washed out in photos," she wrote. The post, titled "How I saved my baby blue dress from the dreaded 'will photograph white' nightmare," struck a chord with thousands who appreciated both the ingenuity and the respect shown to traditional wedding customs. A stock image of a woman holding a yellow and blue dress in each hand. A stock image of a woman holding a yellow and blue dress in each hand. SunnyVMD/iStock / Getty Images Plus The Hack: Baby Oil and Heat In a move praised for its daring creativity, she turned to an old memory of clothing stained by baby oil and used that logic to deepen the tone of her dress on purpose. Her step-by-step guide included: Spraying the entire dress with baby oil using a spray bottle until it was saturated. the entire dress with baby oil using a spray bottle until it was saturated. Ironing each section to heat-set the oil. each section to heat-set the oil. Resting the dress for 30 minutes in front of a heater. the dress for 30 minutes in front of a heater. Machine washing on a cool, short cycle with low spin. on a cool, short cycle with low spin. Air drying without heat or a tumble dryer. The result? A deeper, truer blue that no longer risked confusion at the ceremony. "Because it's polyester jacquard, the texture helped hide any unevenness," she wrote. "The oil subtly deepened the tone just enough to take away the 'too white' look without turning it into a full stain." The woman concluded her post with pride: "It's subtle, but it's made a big difference." Why White (and Almost-Whi te) is Taboo Newsweek spoke with wedding expert Zoe Burke, who explained why this viral fix was more than just a clever DIY—it was an act of courtesy. She said: "Wearing white to a wedding is traditionally seen as a no-no because white is strongly associated with the bride's dress," said Burke. "It's considered a sign of respect and etiquette for guests to avoid wearing white so they don't upstage or distract from the bride on her special day." Burke, the editor of wedding planner website emphasized that even pale or off-white shades—like cream, ivory, and very light blue—can pose problems, particularly under flash photography or certain lighting conditions. "They might appear too close to white in photos, especially in certain lighting," she said. She added that it's also best to avoid wearing all-black outfits, particularly for daytime weddings. As this color is often associated with mourning. She said: "Red is also a bridal color in some cultures, so if you're unsure, it's best to check in with the nearly-weds to get their opinion. "Ultimately, when choosing an outfit, guests should aim to complement the couple's style and the wedding's vibe without overshadowing the happy couple. Soft pastels, jewel tones, and classic colors like navy, burgundy, or emerald tend to be safe and stylish choices that respect tradition while allowing guests to look their best." Internet Applause: 'Wild, But You Did It' The Reddit community quickly rallied behind the post, leaving hundreds of supportive and astonished comments. One user wrote: "Girl this is wild but you did it." Another chimed in: "You took a hell of a gamble, I'm so glad it worked out well! Enjoy the wedding!" A third praised the fix for its broader usefulness: "This is absolutely brilliant! I have a shirt that I stained in a similar way. Thank you for giving me a way to fix it!" Newsweek reached out to u/GranddaughterofBeryl for comment. We could not verify the details of the case. Has a wedding come between your relationship with a loved one? Let us know via life@ We can ask experts for advice, and your story could be featured on Newsweek.
Scotsman
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Lothians DJ wins Hitched Wedding UK Awards
Mobile Sounds Wedding and Disco was recognised as one of the UK's top wedding professional in the Hitched Wedding Awards 2025. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... a leading wedding planning platform and part of The Knot Worldwide Inc., has announced the winners of the fourth annual Hitched Wedding Awards. Over 28,000 wedding vendors registered on the site have all been in the running to win this acclaimed industry title, and Mobile Sounds Wedding and Disco has been announced as one of the crowned winners. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mobile Sounds Wedding and Disco has been named a winner in the Music and DJs category, making them one of the most recommended professionals by wedding planning couples in the UK. DJ Robert is the heart behind the scenes, "we create moments that turn in to a memory" Kieran and Amey playing Mr and Mrs Hitched crown their winners based on the number of positive reviews wedding businesses' have attained from clients in 2024, because there's no better judge for the Hitched Wedding Awards than engaged and newly married couples themselves! Wedding vendors on Hitched have to collect a minimum of 8 reviews with an average rating of 4.75/5 from January 1st - December 31st 2024 to be in with a chance of winning. Couples using Hitched to plan their wedding rely on more than 190,000 reviews to find and book the best wedding pros in their area - signifying the importance of these nnual awards. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad After analysing reviews on the website, Mobile Sounds Wedding and Disco was crowned one of the winners in their category which is a huge credit to their service within the wedding industry. Kieran with his family and friends at Harvest Moon Weddings As of today, you can view the full winners list on Hitched. This badge of honour will serve as a marker of quality to the hundreds of thousands of couples who use Hitched to find and book wedding vendors they can trust. Being awarded a Hitched Wedding Award isn't just a badge of honour for the winning vendors - it also acts as a marker of quality and trust in their services. Speaking about the weight of this award, José Melo, Vice President of Sales EMEA, LATAM & India at The Knot Worldwide Inc says, 'The wedding industry is becoming increasingly refined, with vendor services and wedding standards reaching new heights. Modern couples want assurance that the vendors they choose are reliable and capable of delivering on their needs. This makes achieving such recognition vital in today's dynamic and demanding wedding landscape. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The Hitched Wedding Awards reward vendors who consistently go above and beyond for their clients. We are proud to celebrate the UK's most recommended wedding vendors for their incredible dedication, passion, and their unmatched commitment to making every customer's experience unforgettable for all the right reasons.' With over 28,000 wedding businesses listed in the Hitched directory, the quality of service and level of customer care delivered by the winners is not to be underestimated. Many vendors within the wedding industry rely on trust and reputation to grow their businesses, which is why the Hitched Wedding Awards are won solely on customer reviews. 'This award has become an industry staple, giving couples confidence and assurance in their vendor choices. Wedding planning couples recognise Hitched Wedding Award winners as trusted and reliable professionals, making these vendors a top choice for their special day. The award shows that this business and the service they provide is truly valued by past clients, and in this industry, that goes a long way,' adds Melo. The Wedding Awards include the following categories: Wedding Venues, Photographers, Videography, Music and DJs, Cars and Travel, Stationery, Favours, Decoration Hire, Mobile Bar Services, Photo Booth, Marquee & Tipi Hire, Florists, Wedding Entertainment, Wedding Planners, Wedding Cakes, Catering, Bridal Shops & Jewellery, Groomswear Shops, Beauty, Hair & Makeup, Celebrants, Toastmasters, Honeymoons, Something Different and Others, and can be found in the complete list of winners here: For more information contact: [email protected]
Daily Mail
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The rise of the 'pre-hen'! Brides-to-be are now hosting parties ahead of the official hen do - as a wedding expert warns of spiralling costs
For an increasing amount of bridal parties, bachelorettes are appearing to become more and more of a spectacle - both emotionally and financially. But those who have been nominated to be part of a future 'wedding squad' may want to start saving up even more - for 'pre-hens' are now reportedly on the rise. TikTok videos have shown a flurry of gatherings, curated ahead of the official celebrations, which feature drinks, nibbles and a quite night in with your girls ahead of the big party festivities that may include trips abroad, clubbing, and copious amounts of booze. Elsewhere, stationery brands have been sharing customised keepsakes they've been commissioned to make for the day - from ornate welcome signs to mini-quizzes about the couple and drinks menus. UK-based Ellis Warren took to her social media to gush about her 'pre-hen get together' with bridesmaids, ahead of their official trip to Paris. Cocktail pitchers, goody bags and charcuterie boards were aplenty, as were printed out itineraries of their upcoming French getaway. And Keavy from Scotland also shared a clip where loved ones made DIY food 'boards' for a 'pre-hen' ahead of a bachelorette party. Meanwhile, Sophie, who got married last year was surprised with a Greek-themed 'hen-do warm-up'. Rebecca Nowell, from Manchester also shared videos from a laid-back wine tasting 'pre-hen party' she hosted for a bestie, while Amanda Woodward, who's tying the knot this year, was also greeted with 'pre-hen' festivities from her 'bride squad'. The trend certainly appears to be on the rise and ranges in formality, with many hosting chill evenings whilst others go out of their way to create customised invites for the event. Speaking on the popular bridal forum, UK Brides, it has elicited largely positive reactions, with many excited to party. 'That is sweet if a little funny,' one shared. 'Hopefully it will not detract from the big night though.' 'That is funny, and you should have a lot of laughs, just make sure there is a big enough gap between the penultimate one and the real thing so you won't be too knackered, lol,' another added. A third shared that they enjoyed the 'pre-hen' hosted by their friend, as it was 'a good way to get everyone together as we hadn't all met before'. However, those taking part in future festivities may be worried about additional costs. 'A pre-hen is a smaller celebration, often held months, and sometimes years, ahead of the actual hen do and wedding,' Zoe Burke, wedding expert and Editor of told FEMAIL. 'They're a great way for those in the nearlyweds wedding party to meet and break the ice, and can also be super handy for the planning of the actual hen! 'But as the average cost of a wedding continues to rise (up 34 per cent since 2021, to £23,250), as well as the cost of attending a wedding, it's really important that those involved in the planning of a pre-hen are mindful of the costs.' Zoe added that while getting together to 'prioritise fun and connection' is important, brides-to-be must make sure they're realistic about the budget. 'So many nearlyweds and their wedding parties are constantly taking in social media content that shows lavish celebrations, with detailed themes, but people will enjoy themselves more if they aren't worried about how much it's costing them,' she said. 'We're definitely noticing a growing interest at Hitched in more pared down, simple celebrations that prioritise smaller guest lists to keep costs manageable. 'It's all about striking the balance - making incredible memories without breaking the bank.' It comes following reports that stag and hen dos are becoming increasingly lavish affairs as trips abroad are setting guests back £1,519 on average as of last May. Partygoers are having to fork out eyewatering amounts of cash to attend celebrations outside the UK, with travel and flights alone costing on average £376, according to the money app Wise. Guests travelling abroad were also found to splash out £396 on food and drink on average, as well as £385 on accommodation and £362 on activities. Meanwhile, those who are a bit more strapped for cash, should look no further than the UK, with the average price for stag and hen do in Britain costing on average £854, almost half than what it would cost to travel abroad. Stay at home brits typically end up spending just £200 on travel, £235 on accommodation, £211 on activities and £208 on food and beverages. Wise also found, through a survey of 3,000 adults that, despite the eye watering costs 51 per cent of people said they would be willing to spend more money if they we able to participate in more cultured activities. This might be wishful thinking however as just 39 per cent of people said they would choose a slightly more cultured itinerary while 17 per cent said they would keep it 'traditional' with the likes of exotic dancers and fancy. A majority of people were also less concerned about keeping costs down, with just 43 per cent saying it would be a priority for them. But setting a budget is also not always that easy as 30 per cent of people who had previously organised a stag or hen party found it to be one of the biggest challenges. Setting a date for the event was also a challenge for 28 per cent of people who were surveyed. Arun Tharmarajah, director of European payments at the app, commented: 'Stag and hen parties have definitely had an 'upgrade' in recent years but this can come at a cost - plus throw up all kinds of dilemmas. It's particularly tricky for older best men, bridesmaids and guests who are organising and attending these more 'grown up' events.' 'Our research shows that as you get older and particularly when you're in that sweet spot of stags, between 25-44, when everyone seems to get married your tastes in these events do change.'
