Getting married is exciting, and it’s not just the wedding that you have to look forward to. Your loved ones tend to go nuts on showering you with gifts – they’re pleased for you and want to celebrate you both. Of course, these gifts can be useful for many younger couples establishing households or wanting…
Have you wondered what the best time of day to get married is? Should it be early and celebrated with brunch? Or in the afternoon and let everyone raise a glass to you over a cocktail hour. To make this decision, you need to consider all of the factors at play, including lighting, time of…
The tradition of bridesmaids wearing matching dresses dates back centuries and serves as a symbol of love and support from close friends and family. As wedding planning becomes more complex, one question that often arises is: who pays for bridesmaid dresses? Here we take a look at the usual expectations, current trends, etiquette tips, and…
The bulk of weddings serve alcohol, and it’s often assumed it’ll be free. If you’re serving alcohol but expecting guests to pay for their own drinks, that is your decision. For many brides and grooms, the bar tab takes up a notable portion of a wedding budget. If you’re on a tight budget, an open…
When planning a wedding, one crucial aspect to consider is the number of speeches and who will have the honor of speaking. Wedding speeches serve as a heartfelt tribute to the couple, providing loved ones the opportunity to express their joy, best wishes, and gratitude. While there are traditional guidelines for giving speeches, these customs…
A successful wedding MC has everything under control. They know who’s doing what and when, where they’re supposed to be, and the order of events. You’ve been given the honor of being a Master of Ceremonies. Congratulations! It’s one of the most important roles you can play at a person’s wedding. Sure, you’ve probably got…
The horseshoe wedding tradition is one as old as time. When I was a bridesmaid earlier last year, I found myself trying to coordinate when a guest with children needed to pass over the traditional horseshoe. I managed to sneak a quick conversation with the celebrant, and could text the friend with the appropriate cue,…
In the realm of wedding traditions, couples today are finding their own way to infuse individuality and modern touches into time-honored practices. A popular trend in wedding invitations is the concept of the ‘wishing well wedding.’ This tradition involves a decorative wishing well placed at the wedding venue. Guests can drop off their best wishes…
They’ve been your right-hand-ladies, threw an amazing hen’s night and scrub up alright… so you want to treat your Maid of Honour and Bridesmaids with a present to say thank you. But the wedding budget is getting tight. What do you do? No stress – we’ve collated some great bridesmaid gift ideas for under $25…
What’s the difference between a place card and an escort card? An escort card tells guests which table they will be seated at. A place card tells guests which seat they will be seated at. You’ve just finished your seating plan. Now it’s time to decide how you are going to tell people where they…
Ever found yourself wondering ‘what does a wedding usher do?’ Does your usher simply show people to their seats at your reception? Or are they involved in the organization of wedding photos too? Let’s walk you through the usher duties checklist. What is an usher? An usher is someone who is tasked with the role…