Gary of Cinematic Wedding Films told us what it’s like capturing memories that couples can watch over and over again. “Cinematic Wedding Films started in 2010 after I started making short wedding films for friends. The response was amazing and before I knew it, I had referrals and friends of friends asking me to do their wedding! I’d been making corporate and charity films for about 10 years but I’d recently got married with two young daughters and I guess...

  As I mentioned in my last entry, on May 26th the wonderful Dawn’s Vintage Do will be running the show in the Drill Hall for Belle’s Vintage & Retro Fair. One of the marvellous acts Dawn will be introducing us to is My Favourite Things, a female vocal trio from London. Here’s some more about the lovely ladies . . . Once upon a time, there were two little sisters from the Midlands. One loved ballet, the other loved to...

At all of Belle’s Events I like to have marvellous entertainment to help set the scene and fill everyones ears with beautiful music from era’s gone by. I am very lucky to have two very kind and talented performers that arrange the whole damn show, the fabulous crooner that is Mr Johnny Zero and the effortlessly gorgeous Dawn of Dawn’s Vintage Do. On May 26th Belle’s Vintage & Retro Fair is swinging by Horsham and Dawn will there performing and introducing...

For those of you that are familiar with our fairs you’ll know that we don’t just have rows of tables and paper cups of tea. We have wonderful, unique and creative exhibitors that create a fabulous atmosphere. Lucy Hayward owner of Hair That Turns Heads has teamed up with Colette Marie Make up to bring you the ‘Pop up Parlour’ for all your vintage hair and make up needs! Come along on May 26th to The Drill Hall in Horsham for...

If you are looking for beautiful vintage crockery, glassware or linin, then meet a wonderful new company specialising in retro tableware that is just devine! Philippa will be exhibiting tomorrow at the first Belle’s Bridal Bazaar in Horsham. I spoke to Philippa about her brilliant new venture … We are Philippa’s Bazaar, a company based in Brighton hiring out vintage china, glass, linen and other decorative and pretty accessories, as well as vintage styling for various events in Sussex. We are...

Amanda from Buttons Devine is very passionate about what she does and who can blame her, I have one of her mini button bouquets in a mini vase on my desk, I adore it! If you are looking for something truly beautiful and unique ome along tomorrow to Horsham’s first Bridal Bazaar and you can find out what Amanda can create for your big day. “I am Amanda and Buttons Devine is my labour of love! I come from a...

Anna exhibited at Belle’s Bridal Bazaar in Brighton last weekend and wowed the couples there with her amazing eye. I wanted to know how she got in to photography. Over to Anna . . . “I was trekking around Lake Louise in Canada one late summer, taking snaps and chatting to passers by, when my walking partner suggested to me that I was in the wrong career. “You’re great with people, you take stunning photographs, and you clearly love it....

How lovely to have a Lucibelle Tiaras, a new business based in Horsham at our first ever event in the market town. Lucy Stevens is the lady behind it making Bridal and Prom Tiaras and bands for special occasions as well as hair combs and pins.  Having worked for 15 years in an office environment it was time for a change!  Always having a creative side bursting to get out she decided it was time and after deciding on looking...

If you are looking for something to wow your guests, then meet Prints Charming, a wonderful little photobooth with all the bells and whistles you’d expect. He can be customised to fit any theme, but loves a vintage party! I spoke to Hana about her creation . . . My name is Hana Laurie, and Prints Charming is my right-hand-man. I have been working as a wedding and events photographer for a few years through my degree, and since graduating...

Erica of Real Green Dress explains to Belle’s Events how it all came about. Real Green Dress draws on decades of professional experience in conservation, curatorship and design to bring you the best in real vintage gowns and accessories.  Every piece that passes through their studio is carefully examined and treated before being offered for sale. Their exquisite bridal and formal gowns and accessories date from the Edwardian era to the 1970s, with something for everyone whatever your style. While...