More and more people are asking the question – “how do I tell parents that we don’t want their children at our wedding?” The reality is that more and more brides, and grooms as well, do not like the idea that children will be coming to their weddings. And that’s okay. Here we are all…
A wedding breakfast is a traditional term used in British culture to refer to a meal served after a wedding ceremony by the newly married couple and the guests that attended the ceremony. Despite the name, the wedding breakfast is typically a midday or dinner rather than an actual breakfast. What is a Wedding Breakfast?…
You want most of your nearest and dearest to make it to your wedding. So how do you go about pinning them down for that very important date? By sending out a Save the Date of course. A Save the Date gives your wedding guests a heads up that you’ve set a wedding date, that…
The bridal party have been so helpful in the lead up to your wedding that you would love to give each member a bridal party gift. But with the traditions and different opinions around of what would be appropriate and when to give it, it pays to first know if there is a bridal party…
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…
One of the key markers of the formality of a wedding reception is the use of a wedding seating plan. This guides your guests to their tables, ensuring they sit in appropriate spots. The use of a wedding seating plan avoids confusion between your guests as they search for a space to sit. It also…
When it comes to alcohol, hiring a wedding venue that’s BYO alcohol friendly sounds like a great idea. You can purchase your own alcohol in the quantities you will need. Plus, you can hunt around for the alcohol at the best prices too! But if you are considering using a wedding BYO alcohol-friendly venue, there…
When I go to a wedding, I’m there to have a good time. I don’t want worries about something relatively fixable to keep me away from celebrating with a Sav Blanc or two. Because of this, I’m one of those overpackers. My clutch is stuffed full of eyelash glue, a needle & thread, spare batteries and…
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…
Once you’ve booked a date for your wedding, you’ll need to choose an MC or master of ceremonies. While you’ll both remain the most important people of the day, they’ll also play a vital role in keeping the day running smoothly. Some of their jobs include organizing guests for photos and helping guests find their…
Most couples opt to hold a wedding rehearsal dinner of some sort. Held the night before the wedding day, it’s a chance to catch up with family and celebrate in a low key way before the formalities. Here we answer some common questions and give some tips for organizing a relaxing and productive pre-wedding dinner. What is a wedding rehearsal…
Is an engagement party the same as any other party, or is there any engagement party etiquette you should be aware of? You’ve just gotten engaged and it’s time to celebrate! Today we discuss the dos and don’ts for guests, the newly engaged couple, and their parents. What to wear (as a guest or the…