Remember, too that you don’t have to follow other people’s preconceptions about what to do on your honeymoon. ‘Whatever makes you happy’ is truly the key and worth bearing in mind. So, if playing Scrabble together is what you really enjoy, don’t worry that it isn’t romantic enough – just do it.
August 9, 2011 Wedding Superstition
The best man ensures the good luck of the couple by giving the odd sum of money to the minister for his fee.
August 2, 2011 In the Morning –
It will be hectic, so plan your routine carefully in advance.
It s wise to have your make-up and hair finished at least an hour before you leave for the ceremony. This will give you time to dress calmly and pose for pre-ceremony photographs.
July 29, 2011 Relax!
Enjoy the Day! Again, every bride and most grooms say the whole day – even the 12 hour plus marathon events – went in a blur. Don’t panic about whether you’ve said hello to Great Aunt Agnes or Danced with Uncle Bob. Just relax and enjoy yourself!
July 8, 2011 The Best Man’s Speech
Of all the speeches at the wedding reception, the guests generally look forward to the best man’s speech the most.
Start preparing your speech several weeks before the day. Bear in mind that the aim of your speech is to give some background to the groom for the benefit of the bride’s side of the family
July 5, 2011 The Name Game
Women do not automatically have to take their husband’s surname – in fact, a man can take his wife’s name if he wishes!
May 25, 2011 Shall We Dance?
You may start the dancing with a romantic ‘first dance’. After this you are free to enjoy your reception as you wish, but remember that you are one of the reasons people are there, so try to mingle.
May 24, 2011 Keep Things in Perspective –
Take a moment for the two of you. In all the hustle and bustle of greeting guests, making speeches, cutting the cake and having a first dance. Don’t forget to just check in with each other and share a quiet moment on your first day as husband and wife!
May 10, 2011 Don't Be Bullied
Don’t let the shop assistant bully you when you try on your dress. It’s easy to feel intimidated when you’re in your knickers. Just remember who is the customer.!
May 10, 2011 Arguments will happen –
Arguments will happen – just make sure they’re not left to fester. Get any differences of opinion out in the open and you won’t have guests with a grudge on your wedding day.
August 6, 2010 Flower Power
There are really only they rules when it comes to organizing the flowers for your wedding: plan well in advance, choose the varieties you like to complement the style of your day and use someone who knows what they’re doing.
July 30, 2010 In the Morning
It will be hectic, so plan your routine carefully in advance.
It is wise to have your make-up and hair finished at least an hour before you leave for the ceremony. This will give you time to dress calmly and pose for pre-ceremony photographs
July 27, 2010 Confetti
Many venues today will not allow the throwing of paper confetti. A good alternative is to use confetti made of real flower petals, but if even that’s forbidden then bubbles are a great option – they even show up well in photographs.
June 17, 2010 Planning Your Look
For the big day, the idea is to look like a better version of yourself rather than going for a completely new look, so learn the trick of enhancing your best features.
June 11, 2010 Wedding Gift List
Traditionally, this isn’t included with the invitation: guests who wish to buy the bride and groom a present ask the bride’s parents for details about the gift list. However, nowadays it’s more acceptable to include the gift list with the invitation.
