Planning Essentials

Planning Essentials

We're here to answer the most popular wedding planning worries and questions. From how many glasses there are in a bottle of Champagne or prosecco to what you need in terms of canapés, we'll help you plan your perfect celebration.

Planning Essentials

Whether you're making the drastic cut to the new limit of 15 or just need to trim a few here and there, follow this five step guide to cutting down your guest list without hurting anybody's feelings

Planning Essentials

Now wedding ceremonies and receptions for up to 15 people are allowed in England, here's what you will and won't be allowed to do on the day - and what the Coronavirus guidelines for weddings look like in the rest of the UK

Planning Essentials

Halloween is just around the corner, so team up with your better half on 31st October by donning one of the best couples Halloween costumes for 2020

Planning Essentials

Know someone who's had to postpone their big day and not sure what to say? Here are the 7 things to avoid uttering at all costs, plus some helpful hints on what they might like to hear instead...

Planning Essentials

These beautiful wedding place cards will get guests to their seats as well as adding extra personality to your reception tables. From traditional flat cards to vintage-inspired ideas, there's something here for every style of wedding

Planning Essentials

What's the best advice we'd give to a bride or groom? Understand that there isn't one single secret to a successful marriage - just lots of little things to keep your relationship strong. We asked married couples to reveal how they've stayed in love....

Planning Essentials

Give your guests a feast to remember with these foodie tips for a wedding breakfast they'll all love. We also explain why it's called a 'wedding breakfast' in the first place - the answer will surprise you...

Planning Essentials

How do you choose your wedding date? There are a lot of factors to consider. We explain how to work out which is the best month for you to get married in the UK

Planning Essentials

Find your perfect number with our simple guide to choosing how many bridesmaids to have in your wedding party.

Planning Essentials

Just because you've cut down on numbers doesn't mean you need to have any less of a celebration! Here's how to throw an epic small wedding for 15 people

Planning Essentials

Fancy giving guests a laugh during your wedding speech? Insert one of these funny quotes about love and marriage to get a guaranteed giggle.

Planning Essentials

Celebrate nine years of marriage with one of these gorgeous 9th wedding anniversary gift ideas

Planning Essentials

These are the best methods for cleaning a diamond ring - and they might surprise you...

Planning Essentials

Are you looking for wooden gift ideas for your 5th wedding anniversary? From personalised keepsakes to gifts for your garden, we've rounded up the 26 best gifts to celebrate your 5 year wedding anniversary

Planning Essentials

Started thinking about your wedding catering? From the questions to ask your caterer to what kind of food to serve your guests, we answer all of your wedding catering questions in our complete guide