From 1 October

Anne Bowen at Blackburn Bridal, London

Celeb-worthy wedding style is coming to Blackburn Bridal this month and we’re super-excited. Famed for dressing the A-list likes of Cameron Diaz, Angelina Jolie and Beyonce for their red-carpet moments, Anne Bowen has turned her hand to bridal fashion and the results are simply beautiful. Glamorous, sexy, and thoroughly modern, make an appointment today and boast about being one of the first to wear her designs in the UK. Wow!

Viewing by appointment only. Call 020 8297 1188 or visit blackburnbridal.co.uk

7-8 October

The Designer Wedding Show, London

Because only the best will do for your big day, head over to The Designer Wedding Show to scout out those luxe little finishing touches. Bringing together over 130 of the most covetable W-day companies, there’s everything you need from stylish menswear to sweet little maids dresses, stunning stationery to scrumptious cakes.

The show takes place in London’s Battersea Park SW11 4NJ. To book tickets, call the box office on 0871 230 5579 or visit designerweddingshow.co.uk

7-9 October

The Vintage Wedding Dress Company trunk sale, London

Set your heart on being a Seventies boho bride? Longing to walk down the aisle in an antique lace gown? Then this is an essential date for your diary, vintage-loving brides to be. The VWDC showroom will be bursting with 200 never-seen-before antique bridal dresses lovingly sourced by stylist Charlie Brear, as well as select samples of Charlie’s vintage-inspired Decades Collection. And to ensure stress-free bridal shopping, a team of stylists and seamstresses will be on hand to offer alteration advice.

Viewing is by appointment only. Please call the booking line on 020 8242 4380. The show will take place at 33 Tottenham Road, London W1T 4RR. Visit thevintageweddingdresscompany.com for more information

8-9 October

The Designer Vintage Bridal Show, Birmingham

It’s a vintage packed weekend! Once you’ve found your dress, hotfoot it up to Birmingham to nail all those other cute and kitsch details. From bright pink yurts for fancy festival-inspired dos to candy coloured cupcakes for Alice in Wonderland-style afternoon tea, you’re bound to bag some unique ideas for your celebration.

The show takes place at Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham B5 7QU. For further information or to purchase tickets, go to designervintagebridal.co.uk

8-11 October

Aviva Big Picture Photo Studio, London

Looking for a fun way to announce your engagement? How about posing for celeb snappers Clive Arrowsmith and Jillian Edelstein before seeing your portrait projected on to the National Theatre on London’s South Bank? Amazing! These world-renowned photographers (who have shot the likes of Kate Moss, Nelson Mandela, Yves Saint Laurent and P Diddy) will be taking pics of the public for a limited time only so get there early. But if you’re not lucky enough to get snapped on the day, upload a photo and personal message about what matters most to you on the Aviva Facebook page for another chance for you and your man to be stars for the night. For each photo upload, Aviva will donate £2 to Save the Children. Go on - grab your five-minutes of fame!

For more information visit the Aviva Facebook page, facebook.com/Aviva

15 October

Monica Hadi designer day at Exquisite Bridal, Hampshire

With gorgeous gowns made from the finest silk and prettiest French lace, Monica Hadi is one of the hottest new bridal couture designers on the block (and you saw her Divine 2011 collection here first!). Get your mitts on her latest dresses at this intimate designer day with a 10% discount on all gowns ordered during the session.

For more information visit exquisitebrides.co.uk or call 01590 610433

19 October

Emmy bridal shoes sample sale, London

Emmy Shoes are opening their studio doors this month for a one off sample sale, offering up to 40% off their pretty-as-a-picture bridal and evening shoe collections and hair decorations. These princess-perfect shoes have been worn by the likes of the Duchess of Cambridge, sister Pippa and mum Carole Middleton. With prices ranging from £80-£120 a pair, Cinderella has nothing on these magic prices.

Entry is free and the sale takes place between 5-8pm at Emmy Custom Made Wedding Shoes, 65 Cross Street (above Tallulah Lingerie), Islington, London N1 2BB. Visit emmyshoes.co.uk for more information

22-23 October

The Luxury Wedding Show, London

Fancy sipping champagne as you check out the latest catwalk shows from the biggest bridal designers? Then a ticket to The Luxury Wedding show is this months must-buy. Showcasing a host of uber-glam gowns by the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Vera Wang, Temperley London and Marchesa, brides-to-be can also discover the UK’s most exclusive venues and get expert advice from the likes of luxe-florist McQueens and hairstylist to the stars Errol Douglas.

The show will be held at the Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Road, London SW3 4SQ. Tickets cost £50. To book, visit theluxuryweddingshowlondon.co.uk

29-30 October

Madeline Isaac-James designer at Petticoat Lane Bridal, County Down

Classic film lover and want a Hollywood-inspired gown to match? Then head to Petticoat Lane Bridal boutique this weekend for an exclusive peek at the 2012 Madeline Isaac-James collection, showcasing for the very first time in Northern Ireland. And as a celebratory treat, all bride attending the event who place an order for a gown will receive a free Madeline Isaac-James accessory worth up to £150.

For more information, visit petticoatlanebridal.com or call 0289 2689974

30 October

Radisson Edwardian Manchester Hotel preview day, Manchester

Glitz and glamour on your wedding day essentials list? Then take a look at the award-winning Radisson Edwardian Manchester Hotel, situated in the city’s imposing and iconic Free Trade Hall. With a dedicated planning team on hand to guide you through every decision from menus to music, you’re guaranteed a gorgeous day.

For more information, visit radissonedwardian.com