For more than a decade, Bride Club ME has celebrated the creativity, ambition and innovation shaping the wedding industry in the UAE and beyond. Through our Get to Know the Wedding Pro series, we shine a spotlight on the inspiring individuals pushing the boundaries of what weddings can look like. In this special feature, we sit down with visionary planner Gauri Chadha Rupani, co-founder of The Big Night Events, whose imagination has taken her to…
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If you’re currently planning a wedding in the UAE, whether you live here or you’re a destination bride flying in, it’s completely natural to feel a little uncertain when global or regional developments are evolving. At Bride Club ME, we want to reassure you of one thing first: As of now, there have been no government directives issued regarding the cancellation of weddings or private events in the UAE. That said, situations can shift, and…
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Dubai’s wedding scene continues to grow and diversify, offering couples more ways than ever to discover venues, suppliers and inspiration. Following the UAE’s peak proposal season, WedFest DXB is set to launch as Dubai’s first bride-to-be ladies’ night – a social, experiential evening designed to complement the wider wedding events calendar and provide newly engaged brides with a relaxed, human way to begin their planning journey. Taking place on 26th March 2026 at Tania’s Teahouse,…
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Wedding dress shopping in 2026 looks very different to how it did even five years ago. With modern brides embracing more intimate celebrations, destination weddings, multiple outfit changes and conscious consumption, the age-old question is being asked more than ever: should you rent your wedding dress or buy it? At Bride Club ME, we speak to brides across the UAE every day who are planning weddings that reflect their lifestyle, values and personal style, not…
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Weddings in the UAE are renowned for their glamour, luxury venues, and jaw-dropping backdrops, but when it comes to legal status, things aren’t always as straightforward as they look. Recent headlines around a high-profile Dubai wedding ceremony involving British media personality Katie Price triggered a surge of online questions, particularly among UK and European readers: Are weddings in Dubai automatically legal? The short answer: no, not necessarily. A wedding in the UAE can look, feel,…
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The Dubai wedding and event scene is about to welcome a charming new addition: the very first Dubai Cake Picnic, taking place on 7 December 2025 at the stunning Bab Al Shams Luxury Desert Resort. Curated by Cozy Moods Luxury Picnics, this open-air celebration blends the elegance of a modern garden soirée with editorial-worthy creativity, making it a must-visit for brides-to-be seeking wedding cake inspiration, unique dessert concepts, and luxury wedding suppliers. Expect an immersive…
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Bride Club ME and its founder Rhiannon Downie-Hurst, in collaboration with Rebekah’s Bridal & Occasion Wear, proudly hosted the grand opening of the boutique’s stunning new location in Dubai, a glittering celebration that united some of the UAE’s most creative and inspiring wedding professionals under one roof. Curated and coordinated by Rhiannon Downie-Hurst Consulting in partnership with Jessy Rebekah Pereira, Co-Founder of Rebekah’s Bridal & Occasion Wear, the event was a true showcase of collaboration,…
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At Bride Club ME, we know that the groom’s style story is just as important as the bride’s. As weddings become increasingly curated and personal, grooms across the UAE and beyond are embracing individuality, sophistication, and craftsmanship in equal measure. To give us expert insight into what’s trending for 2026, we’ve invited the founders of Suited & Booted, Ryan and Calvin Smith, to share their perspective on the evolution of groomswear and how bespoke tailoring…
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The inaugural Dubai Wedding Show, held on Sunday, 21 September 2025, at the stunning Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai, concluded with resounding success, marking its arrival as the region’s newest luxury wedding showcase. Organised in collaboration with Weddings by Emaar and supported by Star Plus Middle East, the one-day event brought together international designers, luxury venues, and premium wedding suppliers under one roof. Couples, families, and industry professionals enjoyed an unforgettable day filled with couture…
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At Bride Club ME, we have the privilege of witnessing some of the UAE’s most extraordinary weddings. Every so often, a celebration comes along that not only dazzles with its scale and beauty, but also with the story behind its creation. “Love in 2025” was one such wedding, a three-day extravaganza at the iconic Delano Dubai, brought to life in just 29 days. A collaboration between luxury wedding planner Innaz Communique and creative powerhouse The Big…
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