Hi peeps, in a bit of bother... We will prob be bringing our wedding forward due to my dad's terminal skin cancer, in order to do this we will have to cancel our photographer and church and use the ceremony room at our reception venue. Due to the cold snowy weather, I will also need some sort of coat to wear over my strapless gown on the day, however due to lack of funds, we are unable to afford any of the coats i've seen!...... I was wondering if anyone would be willing to lend me theirs for the big day? (size 14-16) xx Thanks in advance xx Heidi xx
CommentAuthorNuttytart
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It shouldn't be that cold in 5 months time, well hopefully not. What colour style are you after. I haven't got one in that size, but if you've got an idea i can ask. You could also try the charity shops.
CommentAuthorXLittleMissMe!X
Awww hun I wish I did have one to lend you. How short notice do you need it? Ebay have some that don't break the bank as such but then I guess it depends on how much spare cash you have. If not why don't you use a shawl while you are outside and then just put a coat over the top and take it off for the photos? You don't have to be out in in for that long. Good luck to you x x
CommentAuthorMrsGrovesFeb2011
thanks guys....needs to be white with long sleaves...... not sure how soon it will be but current date is 23/03/2012.... hense the lack of money!!!! (moved date in hope dad would be better by then... that didn't work out!)
CommentAuthorSoon2beMrsHall
Ebay have loads hun. I dont have one but was thinking of getting one but i have seen loads on ebay for like 100 pounds
Really sorry cant help hun
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is it 2012 or 2011? I will keep my eye open and ask.
CommentAuthorliddleg
i have a coat that matches your description only prob is its a 12 and has a long train. i have decided not to wear it as didnt feel that cosy in it x ebay has a one simalar to mine for £80. i paid £150 and had it made off netta x
CommentAuthorMrsGrovesFeb2011
Update.... weddings booked for 18th feb 2011.... my dad sadly passed away friday evening but we have decided to keep the date so I have something to focus on. x can't afford to spare anything for a bridal coat which is why I've put out this plee! xxx 12 might be too fitting so may need a 14 or small 16 if anyone has one they would be willing to lend me, thanks for your help so far girls!!! xx
CommentAuthorLaticschick Holland
sorry to hear off the news hun, i'm sure he will still be there and watching you, he will be there in spirit holding your hand xx
CommentAuthorMrsGrovesFeb2011
thanks hun xx
CommentAuthormichgib
sorry to hear about your dad big hugs
CommentAuthorspooney24
I know this may sound like a crazy idea but have you thought of asking your local radio station to do a wee plea for you for a bridal coat. It just may be a chance to get one in time for your wedding as there are many kind hearted people out there and someone may have one near you to borrow. Also it would be worth checking at local chairty shops and car boot sales just on the off chance that one turns up. And even putting a wee ad up in the local supermarket or papershop and as you cannot offer money as payment you could suggest that you would be willing to do their house cleaning for a couple of weeks as repayment.
These are only a few suggestions that may or may not help but you have nothing to lose in trying. If your wedding had been later in the year I would have tried to help make a bridal coat for you but unfortunately time is limited and its been some time since I used my sewing machine. But good luck finding one soon.
Also I am sorry to hear your sad news but am sure your Dad will be looking down on you and will be beside you in spirit as you walk down the aisle. xx
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CommentAuthorkimi1987
why not have a thing on here e.g. donate £1 towards a bridal coat for you, seeing as its a good thing to do for someone in your position. would be a very lovely gift from everyone, they can send it through paypal if you and everyone on here willing to do it has paypal. i know i would kindly donatetowards one for you x very sorry about your dad xx
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CommentAuthorlala "mod" bunni
So sorry to hear about your dad sweetie .......Have said a wee prayer for him and will ask for him to be remembered in morning prayers at school today xxx
So sorry to hear about your dad hun! Thats sooo sad but much love to you for being so strong and still planning ahead for your wedding! I like Kimi's idea about peeps on here donating £1 towards a bridal coat for you! I would happily donate £1 to you! xxxx
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CommentAuthorSoon2beMrsHall
Aww hun i am so sorry t hear about your dad. Would happyly donate a £1 to you
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CommentAuthorkimi1987
i think we should do it, would be a special wedding present from everyone on here :D what do you think mrsgroves2be?
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CommentAuthorSoon2beMrsHall
I think it is a good idea but we have to ask the mods first as it might not be aloud
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Wishes the wedding would come faster
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CommentAuthorkimi1987
yeh true be a shame if they dont allow it
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CommentAuthorVintageChic
Ladies, this is down to personal choice so Mods can't really say you are or are not allowed, entirely up to you guys.
What I will say though is yes it's a very kind and generous act (and you should all be proud of yourselves being so kind x) but this may set a precident of people becoming expectant of other's generosity (not meaning that mrsgroves2b was asking for donations of money, but others may think - "what about me?").
If you wish to do this we'd like to encourage that it be done privately? Through private messaging etc.
Sorry to be The Grinch here but we do need to look at the bigger picture. x
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CommentAuthorSoon2beMrsHall
That is fair enough. Well i am still willing to do it so when Mrsgroves2b comes on again we can ask her?
Cant wait to to marry Martyn
Wishes the wedding would come faster
XxX
CommentAuthorWinterrose
So sorry to hear about your dad!
I've gone for a shrug rather than a coat hun - much cheaper option. Obviously it depends on the style of your dress but if it's got lots of layers it's going to keep you warm anyway - my biggest thing though is whether to buy gloves, I hate having cold hands!! Hope someone is able to offer one to you xx
Hi guys, im so moved by the generous offer of donation, im just speachless!!! don't no wat to say lol
CommentAuthorGoff
I also second what Stacey said.
It is a generous offer, and a very kind thing to suggest but if this is what folk want to do it needs to be done away from UKB as the site cannot be held responsible if anything goes wrong.
Good luck with your hunt MrsG
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CommentAuthorlala "mod" bunni
found a coat for you can be made any clour ....posted link on your wall
ah it would be absolutly perfect in white!...... i wonder if they would donate it lol
CommentAuthorlala "mod" bunni
had a thought as you are having the ceremony and reception in the same place and at that time of year they will have the heating on ...will you acutally need a coat
havin a church wedding, this is already our 6th date so dont want to change it again!
CommentAuthorVintageChic
I thought you said you'd cancelled the church in favour of the venue's ceremony room to save money :S
I'm confused
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CommentAuthorMrsGrovesFeb2011
no we were thinking about it but weve got friend who have rallied round to get free stuff like photographer etc, they've been amazing!! my dads funeral and berrial is to take place at the same church so want to keep it now! x
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im confused too stace :S
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CommentAuthorlala "mod" bunni
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but to be fair, confused is staceys permanent state !!!!!!!!! lol
i went to a wedding in the lake district in the snow in December, bride had her photos outside in the snow with no wrap and was fine.
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CommentAuthorx~Hails~x
Im getting a black cloak for when i arrive but wont be getting it till nearer the time and as i have 2 years to go thats no good to you lol
If your having it all in the same place tho hun im sure you can manage without one?? Good luck finding one tho babe :-)
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CommentAuthorGoff
You wont need a coat.
i got married 31st October - it was freezing and i wore a furry short sleeved bolero.
Our car had plastic sides a bit like tent windows - you can probably see it on my photos..... it was chilly as hell - and i feel the cold more than anything.
If money is that tight - is the coat really essential as you will be indoors most of the time anyway?
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CommentAuthorSoon2beMrsHall
I am buying a little wrap bolero thing from bhs and they are only 15-30 pounds
Cant wait to to marry Martyn
Wishes the wedding would come faster
XxX
CommentAuthorMrsGrovesFeb2011
think ill just see what weather will be like nearer the time, looked at a few and mum might be able to help depending whats left after funeral costs. x thanks for the ideas though girls!! xx
CommentAuthorlala "mod" bunni
just found a darling jacket for you will post the link on your wall
So sorry to hear about your dad :( What about going on a swap website like big wardrobe and putting old stuff of yours on there and seeing if there are any on there you could swap something for? xx
