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Jewellery expert shares how to match your nails to your rings

Whether you're searching for an engagement ring for your partner or treating yourself to some new diamond earrings, there is so much to consider when it comes to finding the ideal jewellery. From complementary colours to chunky or more delicate styles, the experts at Abelini have shared four things to consider when purchasing new jewellery. Nilesh Rakholia, Director at jewellery retailer, Abelini, comments: "There are many factors to think about when it comes to buying new jewellery. Whatever the occasion, and whether it's a purchase for yourself or for a loved one, different styles and colours complement people in different ways - there's a perfect jewellery match for everyone!"

New bridal boutique, Fairytale Endings, hits the Metquarter

Fairytale Endings, the bridal and destination occasion wear store at Metquarter, has embarked on the next chapter of its business adventure as it opens a second standalone store in the centre. The new bridal boutique caters to every need of both the bride and bridal party, with a luxurious selection of wedding dresses from numerous high-end designers, as well as bridesmaid dresses, flowergirl dresses, shoes, veils and accessories. The store stocks dresses to cater for all sizes, ranging from 4 to 28, by designers such as Love by Ricca Sposa, Anny Lin, Emma Bridals, Josephine Scott and Fairytale Ending' own brand.

The Speech Surgery: funny photo inclusions yay or nay?

'The Speech Surgery' with Heidi Ellert McDermott, founder of Speechy & author of The Modern Couple's Guide to Wedding Speeches: My husband has been asked to be his brother's best man. We have lots of funny photos of his brother through the years. Should we utilise them in the speech? A decade ago, nearly every best man speech involved a PowerPoint presentation of embarrassing photos of the groom. These days are over. Maybe it's because social media now allows people to look back at laugh at their mates 'fedora' or 'drop crotch' years without needing to wait for a wedding. Or, maybe it's just because using PowerPoint is generally awkward and clunky anywhere other than the boardroom.