London, United Kingdom – 29 April, 2025 – Wedded Wonderland, one of the world’s leading platforms for luxury, cultural, and destination weddings, has officially unveiled its Global Wedding Directory, Private Community Platform + App, and B2B Education Hub, with a high-profile international launch hosted at The Connaught in London.
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The evening marked the global debut of the Wedded Wonderland ecosystem — a powerful network designed to connect, empower, and elevate wedding businesses, creatives, venues, and brands across more than 54 countries.
A Global Movement Anchored from the UK
This milestone event also celebrated the release of the ‘Get Wedded in the UK’ Digital Magazine — a curated guide showcasing the UK’s most luxurious destinations, designers, venues, and experiences. It positions the UK as a premier hub for both inbound destination weddings and multicultural celebrations, connecting UK-based talent with a global audience of luxury-seeking couples.
Why the UK, Why Now?
Valued at over £14.7 billion, the UK wedding industry is ripe for global integration — especially among diasporas from India, Nigeria, the Middle East, and the US. As part of the $300+ billion global wedding market, the UK offers untapped potential for culturally rich, high-end celebrations. Wedded Wonderland is seizing this moment to unite UK vendors with 10+ million couples, planners, and creatives worldwide.
Multi-Channel Expansion and Industry Integration
The London event also marked the official introduction of The Wedded Wonderland Experience—a two-day program uniting global tastemakers, industry icons, and visionary creatives for a celebration of culture, creativity, and luxury weddings on an international stage.
Hosted by Alexandra Tarr with special guest Paul Burrell – Former Royal Butler to the Prince & Princess of Wales (Princess Diana),, the event showcased a curated lineup of celebrated talent, including:
Amie Bone – Internationally acclaimed luxury floral designer
Raj Somaiya – Global wedding consultant,event architect and designer and BBC-featured expert
Lillian Khallouf – Australian celebrity designer renowned for her modern silhouettes
Dr. Joseph Hkeik – Celebrity cosmetic doctor and founder of All Saints Clinic, Mayfair
Philip Khoury – Former Head Pastry Chef at Harrods and award winning author
Milan Thakrar – Strategic brand advisor and speaker on global creative industries
James Lord – Founder of RSVP and global events strategist
Behind the scenes, Alysia Bridger (Chapter Partner & celebrity destination wedding planner from Australia) and Jane Riddell (UK Chapter Partner and wedding planner) brought the vision to life as event directors—blending elegance, precision, and the unmistakable Wedded Wonderland flair.
The Wedded Directory & Community
With roots in Australia and the UAE, and now expanded through the UK and Europe, the Wedded Directory is a curated digital platform allowing vendors and venues to appear in high-intent search categories (e.g. Planners, Photographers, Venues) locally and globally.
Directory Plus includes:
- Directory global listing on www.weddedwonderland.com
- Wedded Network App hosting a private community of the who’s who
- Participation in Wedded Week (the world’s largest online wedding expo) and
- Concierge with direct couple match making
- Packages begin at $1,500 USD / £1,250 GBP, with limited-time launch bonuses available for early adopters.
Highlights from the UK Global Launch
DAY ONE
Held at The Connaught, the launch included:
- Live showcases from UK and global creatives including Fashion from Lillian Khallouf, Florals from Amie Bone, Entertainment from The Runaways (ALR Music), Live Event Illustration from Lucy Mcloughlin and Live Poetry from Jack Daw Editorial
- The official unveiling of the UK Chapter and Digital Magazine
- Powerful discussions on luxury wedding trends, diaspora markets, and global opportunities
- Our event brand partners coming together to put on a seamless show: Hair and Makeup by Boe Wright of Botias Hair and Makeup, Cake by Yevnig Davis of By Yevnig, Photography and Videography by Siempre Weddings, AV by White Light Ltd and Furniture by Options GreatHire
Attendees praised the event for its creativity and atmosphere. A representative from Harrods shared, “I had an amazing time at the launch event — amazing concept, beautiful dresses, and amazing connections.”
DAY TWO
- An extensive royal tour around London on the iconic red double-decker bus by Route Master, with stops at Bond Street, The Connaught, Kensington Palace, Royal Albert Hall and more.
- The tour featured a stop at Kensington Palace Gardens, where Paul Burrell spoke on his time with the royal family, namely King Charles, Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth II.
- Musical guests The Travelling Hands played their way through London as part of the tour.
- The day concluded with a stop at Boodles on Bond Street for a private, interactive jewellery experience.
The Future of Global Wedding Connection Starts Here
“This isn’t just a UK launch — it’s a global movement starting from London,” said Wendy El-Khoury, Founder of Wedded Wonderland. “With the UK’s unmatched venues, cultural legacy, and creative vision, we are placing British wedding talent on the world stage. Our global platform is built to connect vendors with couples, everywhere.”
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About Wedded Wonderland
Wedded Wonderland is the global authority on luxury, cultural, and destination weddings — connecting over 50,000+ premium vendors and venues with couples in 54+ countries. Through its Global Directory, digital magazine, education hub, global events, and concierge services, Wedded Wonderland reaches 10 million+ users monthly, setting the standard for the modern wedding economy.
Content & Media Enquiries:
Namrata D’souza
www.weddedwonderland.com
Host: Wedded Wonderland / Wedded Network
Event Directors: Alysia Bridger, Jane Riddell of Planned for Perfection
Venue: The Connaught
Photography and Videography: Siempre Weddings
MC: Alexandra Tarr (It’s You and I)
Florals: Amie Bone Flowers
Fashion: Lillian Khallouf
Hair and Makeup: Botias Hair and Makeup
Jewelery: Boodles
Entertainment: ALR Music, The Travelling Hands
Live illustrator: Lucy Mcloughlin (Live Event Artist)
Live poetry: Jackdaw Editorial
Cake: Yevnig Davis of By Yevnig
AV: White Light Ltd
Furniture: Options GreatHire
Bus: Route Master Bus London
