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Make up rehearsal before the big day

The practical stuff

From her experience in events management for the fashion industry, the director of Et Voila! has kept some contacts that she is now sharing with you. Ciara is one of them... Ciara is a professional...

Your French wedding seating plan

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Guests not finding their seats, going from table to table to find theirs, or all gathering at the same time around the seating plan, trying to see where they should go over one another's shoulder... T...

Getting married in France

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Dreaming of a destination wedding in France ? Et Voilà ! is a French wedding planner agency based in the UK. Thanks to our knowledge of the country and of the French culture, we are able to help br...

Tunes for a symbolic ceremony

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Looking for a nice tune to play during your symbolic ceremony? Here are a few suggestions of sweet or lively songs to match the style of celebration you would like! A fine frenzy - What I wouldn't do...

French wedding traditions

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After having seen a bit of everything on the Internet, from an apparently old tradition where the French bride cuts off some white ribbon before entering church, to the kitsch idea that the Frenc...

Bridal 2011 accessories trends by Alize Morand

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This week we have interviewed Alizé Morand*, fashion editor, on this season's accessory trends. EV : What are the trends of 2011 and how to adapt them to a bridal outfit?  AM : The main tren...

Ciara O’Shea : Make-up artist

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This week, Et Voilà ! has interviewed Ciara O'shea, a renowned make up artist, on the perfect 2011 bridal make up.   EV : What are the 2011 trends and how to adapt them to a bride make-up? C...

RSVP cards

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Along with your invitations do not forget to send your guests a RSVP card, making it easier for them to let you know whether they are planning to attend your wedding. It is also a good way to learn ab...

The French wedding procession

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Getting married in France ? Maybe this is the opportunity to twist things a bit and surprise your guests by entering the Church the French fashion way... Entrance order*: Mother of the bride and...

Personal Styling for your wedding outfits

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Et Voilà ! offers you the services of a Fashion editor who will advice you on your wedding outfits. After a first consultation with you, during which she will ask you lots of questions about your tas...