Whether you decide to tie the knot on Valentine's, or any other day of the year, your wedding should be one of the most memorable occasions in your life. Every girl wants to look her best on her wedding day, and finding that dress is at the forefront of every bride-to-be's mind. Yet with so many designs, it is difficult to know where to begin. As the most important outfit you're likely to buy, finding the perfect wedding dress can seem a daunting task. And with such a huge selection of gowns to choose from, it's hard to know where to start. Do you dazzle down the aisle in a Cinderella-inspired outfit like Katy Price, aka Jordan? Or do you take a more tasteful approach like BBC newsreader Natasha Kaplinsky who opted for a stunning strapless white satin gown by Kruszynska Couture when she wed investment banker Justin Bower? With the cost of today's weddings spiralling over the £20,000 mark, deciding on a budget for your dress is a good idea. Tracking down your dream outfit, only to find it's out of reach financially, would be a great disappointment for any bride-to-be. When choosing a gown, it's important to keep an open mind and remember to start looking at least six to eight months beforehand as many styles have an order time of up to six months. Why not save valuable time and order the dress of your dreams online. Pretty `n' Unique Wedding Services is a small family internet business based in South Shields. Established last November, the website features an excellent selection of bridalwear, bridesmaid, flower girl and prom dresses. It also has a range of Mother of the Bride outfits, as well as something for the groom. All outfits are made to measure. You'll also find a great choice of accessories including formal hats, fascinators and matching handbags for all occasions. Covering Durham, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, it also offers a hire service. The new internet site will include a wholesale department for those setting up a new bridal shop or website, or already established companies looking to expand their business. Its sister company Soft `N' Sensual stocks a selection range of lingerie. To request a CD-Rom, showing up to 750 different dress styles in sizes 2-30, contact Pretty `n' Unique (0191) 427-7462. Email: pretty_n_unique01@yahoo.co.uk visit the website at prettyunique.tripod.com Nostalgia Designs was established by husband and wife team Joan and David Orr more than two years ago. After the success of the Alnwick shop, the couple decided to expand the business and opened a second shop in Whitley Bay. They have 28 years' experience in the bridal industry. The shops feature a wide range of bridal gowns by national and international designers. One of these is Catherine Davigni, whose designs in silk and handmade French lace are exclusive to the northern region. Nostalgia Designs offers a personal service delivered by an experienced sales team who do their best to ensure the bride and her wedding party have a thoroughly enjoyable experience. As well as brides' dresses, there is also a selection of bridesmaids' dresses, mother of the bride outfits and menswear. The business holds regular designers events where brides can browse and try on gowns from an entire designer collection provided by the company for a week. During Valentine's week, from Saturday February 10 to Saturday February 17, Nostalgia Designs will be showcasing Amanda Wyatt's latest collection. The designs are highly sought after and include sophisticated, feminine and traditional bridal gowns, as well as a superb range of separates which are ideal for weddings abroad. In-store offers will be available. * For more information contact Nostalgia Designs Alnwick branch tel: (01665) 602211 or Whitley Bay (0191) 251-3431 email: sales@nostalgiadesigns.co.uk For those on a tight budget, the high street is a great place to start. And buying off-the-peg doesn't mean you have to compromise on style or glamour. | 
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