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Ask the Experts – ‘How Long Before The Wedding Should I Send The Invites?’

Whether you’re having a big celebration or an intimate do, you need to give your guests enough notice, especially if they’re travelling from afar. Today, our experts from Lantz Weddings, Finer Details and the Parlour Press Wedding Stationery share their invaluable advice on the best time to send your invites.

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Where To Start With Your Wedding Planning

This one’s for all the recently engaged ladies who are asking “where do I start my wedding planning”? It may seem like there’s a lot to do – but starting is actually simpler than you think. Before you buy your first centrepiece, you need to have a chat with your fiancé about the type and size of wedding you want to have. Then comes things like location and date. Our six-step guide makes it a piece of (wedding) cake!

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10 Things To Ask When Planning Your Wedding Budget

Some of the biggest decisions you’ll make for your wedding will be all about the budget – so how do you prepare? First, ensure you’re not left to make all the decisions on your own. Secondly, here’s a list of 10 important questions to consider – discuss them with your fiancé at the earliest opportunity, and together you’ll be able to agree on the things that are most important to the both of you. After all, it’s your wedding day – have it exactly the way you want.

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Top Table Dilemmas – Family Issues

Your wedding top table is like a VIP area – everyone wants to be included! While it’s traditional to include the parents, the best man and the chief bridesmaid, you may have some difficulties if there are any family issues. Here are some brilliant alternatives to a traditional top table setting that may help you avoid any family conflicts.

Planning & Advice
What Do Ushers Do?

The groom has a job – to show up groomed and say “I do”. The best man has a job – to support the groom. But what about the ushers? Are they just decorative escorts to the bridesmaids, extras from the stag do, or perhaps something along the lines of Robin Hood’s merry men? Well – yes, no and maybe! How about no more guessing – here’s our no-nonsense guide to usher duties.

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