Making it Legal
Making it Legal
Covid-19 has understandably had a major impact on weddings, with the number of people choosing to get married dropping to record lows. But while many may be choosing to postpone their nuptials...
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Wedding Planning Checklist
Wedding Planning Checklist
You’re going to need to be super-organised to make it the best day ever. There’s a lot to think about, so use this checklist and tick items off as you go.9-12 MONTHS BEFORE:PLAN style and budget,...
Choosing the right venue
Choosing the right venue
Here in our beautiful corner of the world there is a wedding venue to suit all sizes and styles, from seaside, lakeside, urban, or country. Of course the level of involvement that you wish to have...
A perfect match: choosing your celebrant
A perfect match: choosing your celebrant
After months of planning, you are finally taking your vows in front of your loved ones on one of the most important days in your life. Which is why the person standing together with you in front of...
Best of you
Best of you
What can those closest to the happy couple do to help on the big day?The bride and groom will decide upon the level of involvement they expect, but the traditional tasks include:Maid of Honour-...
Writing your vows
Writing your vows
Many people can’t wait to offer a fairly traditional combination of ‘‘love, honour, and obey’’ in their vows. But for some the word ‘obey’ rings alarm bells. More and more couples are looking for...
Speak Up
Speak Up
It’s a rare individual who looks forward to public speaking. Although the prospect is enough to fill most with dread, remember that a wedding reception audience is there out of love. Use the...
On film
On film
Things to consider when choosing a photographer❏ What percentage of your budget? This will determine how much of the day the photographer can capture.❏ What is included in the package? Understand...
Roll on up...
Roll on up...
Transport is obviously something you will need to arrange for the big day.
Transform yourself
Transform yourself
Before planning a transformation for your wedding day:Be realistic: We can’t transform overnight, so consider your time frame and what is realistic for your body type. Think long term: Far out from...
All around the world
All around the world
American wedding customs are still popular today, from the bride tossing her bouquet to single female guests, to wearing something old, new, borrowed and blue. Even the most non-traditional bride happily takes part.
Ring it up
Ring it up
There are many things to consider when choosing wedding and engagement rings - colour of the stones, cuts, metals, price.
Mood music
Mood music
It can take a long time to find the perfect music for your wedding, unless you are lucky enough to have plenty of songs that are meaningful to both of you. But don’t worry, the internet is a great...
Find the perfect dress
Find the perfect dress
Whether bought, bartered, or borrowed, make sure your suit is tailored to fit you perfectly.
Let them eat cake
Let them eat cake
It is probably the most delicious decision you’ll need to make - choosing what type of cake you’d like on your wedding day.A key question used to be how many guests you would need to feed, but now...
Look the part
Look the part
Whether bought, bartered, or borrowed, make sure your suit is tailored to fit you perfectly.
In awe of mums
In awe of mums
Mums are special, and never more so than on the day you get married. She will be so proud of you, so why not pay tribute with some thoughtful ideas that show how important your mum(s) is/are to you...
Ring my belle
Ring my belle
There are many things to consider when choosing wedding and engagement rings - colour of the stones, cuts, metals, price.
Suits you
Suits you
The suit maketh the man, as they say. So whether bought or borrowed, make sure it’s tailored to fit you perfectly.
Best dressed - finding the perfect wedding gown
Best dressed - finding the perfect wedding gown
It is likely to take some real time and effort to find the perfect wedding gown, but when you are the centrepiece on the day, it is definitely worth it.