LOVE was in the air at a York hotel, as soon to be happy couples planned their big days at an Evening Press wedding fair.

The event, being held in the Moat House, in North Street, has been hailed as "a real success" by its organisers.

Everything a bride or groom could possibly need was on show at the fair, from cake makers to car hire.

There were two catwalk fashion shows, in which local shops and designers displayed their creations.

And, to help add a bit of spice to that all important wedding night, there was a special show of some racy lingerie.

Moat House Events Sales Manager Andrea Clarkson said: "It was a really great day. Over 500 people came in which is brilliant, and there was a lovely atmosphere.

"Love was most definitely in the air."

Updated: 08:31 Monday, November 26, 2001