You’ve been planning your big day for months but all of a sudden you are into the last few weeks, then the final days. Hopefully you’ve got all the major aspects of the service and...
The bride and groom are very much in the spotlight all the way through the wedding day. However, it’s a very proud moment for the mother of the bride and she will have played a large part in the preparations – so it’s inevitable that all eyes will be on her too.
Every wedding is different. But they all have one thing in common – it takes two of you to tie the knot! This can be a bit of an issue when it comes to the planning.  Traditionally the bride takes the lead. But in an era of greater equality these expectations are changing. If the bride takes everything on herself she may become resentful that her partner is not sharing the load. On the other hand the groom may be irritated that he’s not being included and consulted! In this article we share some advice that will hopefully come in handy as you work out how to handles these potentially awkward issues.
The first rule of a brilliant bachelorette party is to have a theme. Second rule is to pick one that’s totally in keeping with the bride’s taste, personality and interests. Third rule is there are no other rules – the...
You can’t have a wedding without serving drinks – but how do you predict the quantities you need and still stay within your budget? Running dry is the nightmare scenario. But you don’t want to leave yourselves with...
Planning a wedding is one of the most fun, exciting and romantic things you’ll ever do. But it also puts you in tricky situations where you are required to make some awkward choices. In this post we flag up some of the...
A bridal shower is one of those pre-wedding events where friends and family from both sides get to meet each other and throw a bit of a party. It’s great fun, involving eating, drinking, gifts and games.  Organising and hosting...
You want your wedding day to be perfect.  No pressure then!  And there will times when you feel as if you’ve had as much wedding preparation fun as you can take.  In this post we share some tips on how to keep your emotional equilibrium if...
Your wedding day is about celebrating your love for each other – but it’s also an excuse to throw an epic wedding party your guests will talk about for years to come! In this post we share some essential tips on how to make your wedding day festivities a...
The traditional idea of the honeymoon, where the loved-up couple start their married life with two weeks of bliss in a to-die-for destination, is being overtaken by a relatively new concept – the minimoon. What’s...
Choosing the kind of music for your wedding reception probably comes some way down your list of priorities. That’s understandable, but a mistake – the music sets the tone and can make all the difference...
People have been tying the knot since year dot and certain traditions have become established over the years. This can be an issue when you want your wedding to be a unique celebration of your personal...