The key elements of a wedding are what everyone wants to see. Get these right, and people will be talking about your wedding for years to come – because that’s what you want, right?! Your guests to actually enjoy your day! Especially after all of the time, effort...
Wedding day hiccups are completely normal, and will inevitably happen! Do weddings always run to plan (probably one of our most asked questions!) Most of the time yes, but sometimes no. And we see it even with the most organised couples – clear timelines and...
When you picture your wedding day, you’re probably imagining the big moments, not the behind-the-scenes. Walking down the aisle, seeing each other for the first time, the speeches, the dancing. What you don’t always see is everything that’s happening quietly during...
Having a close friend or family member officiate your wedding is definitely becoming more popular in the UK! I think people love this option, because it instantly makes your ceremony super personal, gives an important person in your life a big role during the day,...
You are in the middle of planning your wedding, and you have probably come across the terms venue coordinator and private wedding coordinator, and are wondering if the roles are the same thing. They sound really similar, and they are both there on the day, and it...
Wedding budget should be one of the first things you are looking at when starting to plan your day. And usually, that wedding budget focuses on the key suppliers: the venue, catering, photography, flowers, entertainment and outfits. But here’s the thing I see time...
When you’re planning a wedding, it’s so easy to get caught up in all the shiny, exciting bits. The dress. The venue. The flowers you’ve been obsessively saving on Pinterest for months. The cute little details that make your day feel special and totally you. But...
We are nearing the end of 2025, which means we are all talking 2026 wedding trends! Couples are looking out for the next hot thing to have at their wedding, which I am sure is why you are here too! Some trends fade quietly, others reshape the industry entirely. But...
Let’s be honest: one of the trickiest parts of wedding planning isn’t the flowers or the floor plan. It’s family dynamics, and just people in general! And for many couples, the biggest source of stress comes from navigating separated (and often re-partnered)...
We are seeing more and more multi-day weddings – they are definitely a trend right now! Couples are fully embracing celebrations that spread out across a weekend, a whole week, or even throwing in another destination and extending the celebrations for months....
Many couples across the UK are now wondering what British wedding traditions they should include in their celebrations, what they are, and, quite frankly, why we even do them?! While today’s weddings are often more personal and creative than ever, many couples...
Why Is Wedding Planning So Stressful? Planning a wedding is often described as one of the happiest times in a couple’s life—but let’s be real: it can also be one of the most stressful. Between balancing budgets, pleasing families, and trying to enjoy your...
It’s one of the most persistent myths in the wedding industry, and one that we are here to educate you on to say that it IS NOT TRUE – the idea that suppliers and venues costs more simply because they hear the word “wedding.” You might have heard people joke...
Wedding rings are a wedding day shopping essential for every couple, whether you’re into gold, white gold, platinum, diamonds or other sparkly things! For centuries, they’ve been a symbol of love and commitment across different cultures and traditions. Styles have...
One of the most important parts of wedding planning to some many couples – the aesthetic! When it comes to choosing your wedding colour palette, it can sometimes feel like an overwhelming decision. You log into Pinterest and see a crazy number of different ideas,...
Engagement season is here, and if you’re newly engaged and about to start wedding planning, congratulations! We know how excited you must be to dive into planning your dream wedding. But with so much advice online, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially...
As 2024 draws to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the weddings I’ve been lucky enough to be part of this year and looking ahead to what’s on the horizon for 2025, to bring you my honest thoughts from a wedding planner. If you’re newly engaged and starting to plan...
I’m guessing you are here because you are looking for a location to plan a proposal in London – that’s really exciting, and first off – congratulations! Planning a proposal is one of the most memorable moments in any relationship. London,...
PART ONE Wedding planning isn’t always easy! I have had so many questions about planning my own wedding while I am a wedding planner myself, working in the wedding industry, so the lovely Chloe who works alongside me has decided to put together some FAQs we...
Your big day is fast approaching, and your final venue meeting is getting closer in the diary! What is a final meeting, how do you need to prepare for it, and what do you need to ask? Wedding planning can be overwhelming, and small details can weigh on your mind....
I recently wrote a whole blog post on wedding invitations and save the dates, along with answers to so many FAQs I get in regards to wedding stationery. I am now here to tell you all about the wedding stationery you will need for the actual day! There are many...
Wedding stationery is one of those on the list that get couples wondering what they really need and why they need it. Questions around stationery is one of the most frequent questions I get asked, and is also an area where couples can go wrong. Whether you decide...
Hiring a wedding planner, along with the cost to hire, may be something you’ve thought about as soon as you’ve got engaged and started planning your UK wedding. It may also be something you didn’t think you would need on your to do list but have just started...
Planning the perfect wedding is an exciting journey, and viewing wedding venues to find the right spot is a big piece of the puzzle. The location sets the tone for your special day, so it’s essential to ask the right questions during your venue viewings. Here...
How to wedding plan? Probably what you are thinking right now! So, you’ve just got in engaged…what an exciting time for you both! And so the fun begins! You could have been dreaming for years about pulling out your wedding planner, signing into Pinterest and...
Your wedding day and your wedding ceremony is one of the most exciting days of your life, you will have been planning this day for ages in your mind! So when it comes to the ceremony how do you know which option is the right option for you? The day is filled with...
Planning a summer wedding? Summer is the most popular time in England to get married, and although the weather is pretty unpredictable and we frequently remind you to plan for bad weather, you do still need to prepare for sunshine too! Sun is great and it means you...
Being able to the relax the night before your wedding is super important! It’s the day before your wedding, and naturally you will feel nervous and excited for various reasons. You’ve planned your day to perfection but haven’t actually thought about the night...
Hiring a wedding planner may come straight in your thoughts as soon as you get engaged, or it may be after you start those long-winded Google searches for a venue or supplier, whilst trying to work and all the other things life keeps us busy with! I know, as a...
Recently engaged and starting to look for ideas and wedding trends for your upcoming 2023 wedding day? I am a UK wedding planner of 15 years (wow!) and have the inside info of what is going to be popular for 2023 in the wedding world! Not only am I seeing...
Bridesmaids – One of the first things which will spring to your mind as soon as you get that ring on your finger is right, who are my bridesmaids going to be? You may have even spoken to certain friends to say ‘when I’m getting married, you will be my...
When it comes to London wedding shopping it is vital to know that a lot of high-end London department stores offer a lot more than just shoes for a groomsman and an outfit for the mother of the bride. In fact, some stores have so much to offer that you could quite...
Wedding regrets…..for the best day of your life?! Yup, it happens! I’ve got a list of regrets listed below, taken directly from couples who are now married, whether they are couples we have worked with on their wedding planning, or from me asking the questions on...
Every bride wants to look their best on their big day, but with so many different elements to consider, it’s hard to know where to begin. From the shoes, to the dress, to the hair – all these different aspects require lots of planning and attention. But where do...
Fusion weddings – one of my favourite weddings to plan, and actually, highly popular now. So what is a fusion wedding? A fusion wedding is bringing two different people together who have two different backgrounds, cultures and/or religions. Planning a wedding with...
When it comes to your wedding décor, the tables can really make it. And it’s a great opportunity to be creative. I have put together a helpful list of all the elements that make up a wedding table, including the tables themselves! Most of what you will need will be...
You’ve spent weeks planning months worrying so much of the time has gone into choosing the right colour palettes the perfect place settings and colour matching the bridesmaid’s dresses to the napkins your day is about to roll around but it’s your wedding dates of...
This couldn’t have come at a better time for me to write this as as I am currently at home, isolating, with Covid! So I completely understand the fears of getting it, for many reasons, mine being that I have work to do and I don’t want to be stuck...
The wedding table plan…..where to start hey?! Many couples say it is one of their most stressful tasks when completing their admin! I am a wedding planner available in London and across the UK, with over 12 years experience, planning and managing weddings and have...
How to start wedding planning – I’ve seen this question asked a lot lately regarding wedding planning as it is engagement season! Congratulations if you are newly engaged, we can imagine how excited you are and how you probably just want to get cracking...
Newly engaged but feeling the wedding planning overwhelm?! Congratulations! It really is an amazing time to get engaged, with the Christmas lights, festive feels and emotions running high! The end of 2020 was a particularly great time to get engaged as it just...
The Wedding giftlist….another task on the Wedding to do list that you may be putting off! Traditionally, couples would be wed prior to starting a home together so guests would gift useful items to help set up, such as toasters, kettles, irons etc etc....