Why it might be time to rethink the way we celebrate as more couples come from diverse backgrounds.
A year ago Meghan and Harry charmed the nation with their own, not entirely traditional, special day.
Of course a wedding on that scale isn't typical, but it did get people talking. While couples are increasingly choosing imaginative ways to celebrate, some argue the industry is still behaving as if everyone tying the knot is white.When Assumpta Vitcu got engaged, a friend bought her a pile of wedding magazines. But the sight of them blunted her excitement.
She had a similar experience at a bridal boutique in London's financial district of Canary Wharf, where she says the shop assistants automatically showed her the cheapest, entry-level options. Confetti is trying to do its bit. Two out of three editions of its magazine have featured Asian and mixed-race cover models.
In the end Nova launched her own bridal brand, Nu Bride, which earlier this year hosted the UK's first wedding show specifically celebrating diversity.
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