Music is an integral part of a wedding celebration and can be the difference between fun and disaster. The big question is: do you love live music and have a big budget, or do you have a tighter budget and prefer your songs to be played perfectly just like on Spotify? If it’s ‘yes’ to the last question, then a DJ is the answer.
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Keep the fun in your reception
The reception is what most guests look forward to, so it needs to be memorable, personal, relaxed and fun.
With careful planning it can seamlessly come together, and it all starts with the wedding breakfast. When it comes to the celebratory meal, put some thought into your seating plan: getting the right dynamics between people is the key.
The world of weddings – all under one roof
A great way to get inspired when planning a wedding is to visit a national bridal show where you will have the opportunity to talk to dozens and dozens of suppliers under one roof.
A major show is also the place to check out the current wedding trends, deal with a range of vendors, sample everything from wedding cakes and chocolate favours, gaze at and handle beautiful wedding gowns, and potentially win prizes.
Picture-perfect – but at what cost?
While studying my face, a boyfriend once pointed out to me a ‘cute little scar’ across the bridge of my nose. That ‘cute scar’ creeping across my skin was a wrinkle that became more noticeable as the birthdays raced by. It’s part of my life lines and I’m happy to keep slapping on the skin creams to, hopefully, slow down wear and tear. For many women this isn’t enough as they go to greater lengths to keep looking younger.
There’s more to a honeymoon than meets the eye
A honeymoon is a great excuse to be a little more extravagant. There is no rule about how you honeymoon, and now it appears there are more moons in a honeymoon than any lunar-gazing hare would know what to do with.
Honeymoons – A destination like no other
Honeymoons are no longer just about flying and flopping. After months of exhaustive wedding planning and the build-up to the big day, the honeymoon is a much-needed respite. The world’s your oyster when it comes to the dream trip.
Crumbs – how to have your cake and eat it
For those with a sweet tooth, cake is a welcome part of the wedding day menu. And for some couples the ubiquitous fruitcake is beginning to turn stale now that there are plenty of other options available. There are some quirky alternatives to get the taste buds racing, whether it’s a cake or that extra bit on the side in the shape of a desserts table.
Life’s a beach when you are getting wed
There’s nothing more romantic than the sound of the waves and the wind in your hair, which is probably why an increasing number of couples are heading for the beach to tie the knot. It may seem that getting married by the sea is literally a breeze whether at home or abroad – but things don’t always go according to plan, so here’s some tips on how to avoid that sinking feeling.
How to take the friction out of stepfamilies
The politics of divorce can rear their ugly head when it comes to weddings. If there is acrimony within a divorced family, planning a wedding will need to be handled with care and sensitivity.
Even if your parents have been apart for years and are now happily remarried, the traditions of weddings force everyone to declare their official position in the bride and groom’s life.
It’s a dog’s life to be a hound of honour
There’s no doubt about it, a dog is definitely a man’s or a woman’s best friend. It’s no surprise that for many pet owners, family celebrations wouldn’t be the same without their pooches.
As pets are an integral part of family lives, more couples are including them in one of the most important days in their lives. People take all sorts of animals to their weddings but the most common are dogs.
