Planning & Advice
Every couple starts out with the best intentions for their wedding day timeline, and then the hair and make-up runs late, the photographer needs "just five more minutes," and suddenly the whole day is playing catch-up. The good news is that a bit of clever planning now can save you a lot of stress later. Here's how to build a wedding day timeline that can actually keep up with real life.
It's a common story: one partner ends up buried in spreadsheets and supplier emails, while the other seems a step removed from it all. If you're looking to involve your partner in wedding planning a bit more, you're definitely not alone, and there are some simple ways to make it happen.
Getting your wedding invitation wording right can feel trickier than it should. Too formal and it doesn't feel like you, too casual and it might not suit the occasion. The good news is there's no single correct way to do it, just the version that feels right for your day.
Wedding planning can sometimes feel like a long list of decisions, appointments and deadlines, but it doesn't have to take over your entire life. Summer is the perfect time to make steady progress, especially when longer evenings and a more relaxed pace give you the chance to tackle a few small tasks together.
Few parts of wedding planning cause quite as much back-and-forth as the guest list. Get your wedding guest list right early on, and everything else, from your venue capacity to your budget, becomes far easier to plan around.
Working out how to choose your wedding party is one of those tasks that sounds simple until you actually sit down to do it. Between siblings, best friends and long-standing traditions, it can feel like there's a lot riding on a handful of decisions. Here's how to approach it thoughtfully, without the stress.
Talking money isn't the most romantic part of wedding planning, but a solid wedding budget planner is what makes everything else possible. Get this right early on, and every other decision, from your venue to your guest list, becomes so much easier.
Worried about a sea of phones popping up the moment you walk down the aisle? An unplugged wedding ceremony might be exactly what you need. It's a simple way to keep your guests present in the moment, rather than watching your big day through a screen.
Asking for cash instead of gifts used to feel a bit awkward, but these days it's completely normal, especially for couples who've already set up home together or are saving for something bigger, like a honeymoon. The key is finding the right wedding cash gift wording so your request feels thoughtful rather than transactional. Here's how to get it right.
Knowing what to book for your wedding is one thing. Knowing when to book each supplier is what actually keeps your planning on track. With so many moving parts, getting the timing right can be the difference between a smooth run-up to the big day and a last-minute scramble.
Somewhere between "save the dates" and "seating plans," you'll realise you need somewhere to put all those extra details that just won't fit on an invitation. That's exactly what a free wedding website is for.
The final two weeks before your wedding can feel like a full-time job on top of your actual job. But good wedding supplier communication now is what turns a stressful countdown into a smooth one. Here's exactly what to say, and how to say it, so nothing falls through the cracks.
If your guest list includes people flying in from abroad, or simply travelling from the other end of the country, a little planning goes a long way. Good wedding guest travel tips aren't just about being a thoughtful host, they're about making sure everyone actually makes it to your ceremony on time, in good form, and without a stressful journey behind them. Here's how to make travel as smooth as possible for everyone on your guest list.
Your wedding photographs will become some of your most treasured keepsakes, so choosing the right photographer is one of the biggest decisions you'll make during the planning process. From finding a style you love to understanding what's included in a package, knowing what to look for can make all the difference.
It sounds like a small thing, but sorting out your wedding day phone etiquette in advance can save you a surprising amount of hassle. No missed moments, no distracted photos, no scrambling to answer a call from a lost guest during your first dance. Let's talk it through.
RSVPs might seem like a small part of wedding planning, but getting them right makes a big difference to your final headcount, your budget, and your stress levels. Here's how I'd recommend handling RSVPs from start to finish.
If you've got a wedding speech looming, the thought of standing up in front of a room full of guests can feel like the scariest part of the whole day. The good news is that a memorable speech is entirely within reach, even if public speaking really isn't your thing. I've pulled together some practical wedding speech tips to help you prepare, plus a few useful links along the way, including a peek at my Maid of Honour speech intro in action. Have a read through these tips, then get writing. You've got this.
Today we have five planning tasks you don’t need to sort until you have all those RSVPs back and know exactly who will be celebrating with you on your wedding day.
One of the best ways to look after your bestie on her big day is to put together a proper wedding emergency kit. Think of it as your unofficial job as chief problem-solver, minus the cape.
Considering you'll be wearing them for your entire big day, from the ceremony right through to the last dance, you want them to feel good. There's enough going on without sore feet stealing the show. So if you're wondering how to break in wedding shoes properly (and painlessly), keep reading.
