Planning a wedding is often described as one of life’s most joyful milestones. Yet behind the Pinterest boards, venue visits and dress fittings, there can also be moments of pressure, uncertainty and the occasional sleepless night. For brides, grooms and the professionals working behind the scenes, the current climate in the region has understandably heightened emotions. Travel concerns, postponed events, interceptions or shifting plans can make it difficult to switch off at night. Amid all…
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We’re thrilled to announce that the Dubai Wedding Show will officially debut on Sunday, 21st September 2025, at the stunning Address Sky View Hotel, Downtown Dubai. Organised by the Platinum Group, the creators of the National Asian Wedding Show, now in its 21st year, this exciting new event is set to bring together global wedding excellence with the rich traditions of destination celebrations in one of the world’s most iconic cities. As one of the…
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Exciting news for our Emirati brides and grooms-to-be!  Dubai has just rolled out a progressive new law that gives eligible Emirati government employees 10 working days of fully-paid marriage leave. Yes, you read that right, a whole 10 days to celebrate your new beginning as husband and wife, without the pressure of rushing back to work. Signed by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Decree No. (31) of 2025 is part of Dubai’s ongoing…
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Your wedding day is one of the most photographed moments of your life, and naturally, every bride wants her hair to look flawless. As we step further into 2025, the world of bridal hair is embracing innovation, elegance, and most importantly, individuality. Whether you’re tying the knot in a luxury Dubai hotel, an intimate garden, or on a sun-drenched beach in Ras Al Khaimah, the latest hair trends are about making a statement, while staying…
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Here at Bride Club, we’ve gone through as many things beauty as possible before addressing the ultimate face-framer; the hair! And there’s no better opportunity for the best hair day of your life than with big-day bridal hair. So to have the best look for one of the most memorable days of your life, Laure, our resident beauty expert and MUA, has put together a list of winning products that I’ve tried and tested for…
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Seven Keys to Successful Decision Making with Your Fiancé In her last expert post, BCME’S family and marriage relationship expert, Nicola Beer, pointed out the six decisions to share with your fiancé when planning your wedding. If you’re still struggling to agree and are wondering how you can come to an arrangement that you are both happy with, Nicola is back this month with some practical tips on how to make decisions together. By remaining…
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Six Decisions To Share With Your Fiancé When Planning Your Dubai Wedding So many newly engaged women look forward to planning their dream wedding only to discover that rather than being a magical time, it can often be a source of stress and leave them feeling overwhelmed. The amount of support you have from your partner, and how you both feel about ‘sharing the load’ can be crucial. Some women are happy to take control,…
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Six Ways To Maintain Peace With Your In-Laws During Wedding Planning If you’ve looked at our Q&A page recently, you may have noticed that we have recently introduced some new expert panel members in order to answer your questions and help you to have a smooth journey towards your big day. Amongst the new faces is Nicola Beer, an internationally renowned expert in relationship transformations who has been featured on sites such as Huffington Post…
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BCME’s Fifth Anniversary: An Interview With Our Founder, Rhiannon Downie Hurst With this week being all about celebrating BCME’s fifth anniversary, we can’t think of a better way to finish than with an interview with the woman who started it all, Rhiannon Downie Hurst. Below, you can find out why Rio started BCME back in 2012, what her challenges have been and how both the business and the UAE wedding industry have evolved since then. Read…
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Expert Advice: Summer Ready Skin For Brides We’ve all heard of the saying “preparation is the key to success.” This is particularly true for brides-to-be who want to ensure that their skin is glowing and healthy on their wedding day. Although the UAE wedding season is almost over, we have many readers who are planning their big day for October or November, meaning that NOW is the crucial time to start taking care of your…
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