Skip to main content
Weddings

Planning Essentials

You deserve a wedding that’s as unique as you, which is why we have thousands of inspirational wedding planning ideas to personalise your day. From décor inspiration to the latest trends, wedding themes to wedding favours, dates ideas to gift ideas, you’ll find everything you need to know about wedding planning here.

Recently added to Hitched

35 Something Blue Ideas & the History Behind the Tradition
Planning Essentials
It’s a custom that most couples will be familiar with, but where did ‘something blue’ come from and what are the best ways to include something blue into your day?
10 Inspiring Top Table Wedding Ideas
Planning Essentials
From the traditional top table wedding set up, to seriously unique and unusual ideas, here's 10 ways you can organise the VIPs at your wedding breakfast
25 Inspired Something Old, Something New Ideas to Include at Your Wedding
Planning Essentials
Thinking of including the 'something old, something new' tradition in your wedding? We've got the best ideas for following this good luck tradition
Expert Tips & Examples for Short Best Man Speeches
Planning Essentials
Best man speeches don't need to be long to be iconic - in fact, you can deliver the most engaging best man speech with just a few sentences!
What Hand is Your Ring Finger On? Where to Wear Wedding & Engagement Rings
Planning Essentials
Unsure which hand you should wear your wedding ring and engagement ring? We explore the meaning of the ring finger in our handy (pun intended) guide
A Colourful Style Shoot Celebrating Stylish City Weddings
Planning Essentials
A group of talented wedding suppliers came together to celebrate the vibrancy of city weddings, and *this* is the result...
Be Inspired by a Fun, Bright & Bold Styled Wedding Shoot With Extra Special Details
Planning Essentials
Tutu Emmanuel, lead event planner at Prime Violet Events orchestrated the dreamiest styled shoot to inspire couples who want a bright and bold wedding theme
50 Best Wedding Suites in the UK for Your Wedding Night
Planning Essentials
We've rounded up the UK's very best wedding and honeymoon suites for the ultimate in luxury for your first night together as newlyweds
8 Common Wedding Day Regrets from Real Couples & How to Avoid Them
Planning Essentials
We asked real Hitched couples to share their biggest wedding day regrets, and here's what they had to say...
Wedding Day Quotes: 67 Beautiful Wedding Quotes for Every Special Marriage Moment
Planning Essentials
Searching for your perfect wedding quote? We've rounded up the best of the best, no matter what the occasion is
How to Make Your Wedding More Sustainable: Eco Advice from the Experts
Planning Essentials
Want to plan a wedding that leaves you feeling totally guilt-free about the environment? Here's how to have an amazing eco-friendly wedding!
Can You Plan a Wedding with AI? A Wedding Expert Goes Head to Head with ChatGPT
Planning Essentials
Wondering if you can plan a wedding with AI? Wedding expert and editor of Hitched Zoe Burke put ChatGPT to the test...
Bridesmaid Costs: Who Pays for What When it Comes to Bridesmaids?
Planning Essentials
From bridesmaid dresses and accessories to hen parties and accommodation, when it comes to bridesmaid costs - who should pay for what?
The 10 Most Requested Wedding Gifts by Real Couples
Planning Essentials
Wondering where to start with your wedding gift list? Take some inspiration from these gifts that guests love to give from The Wedding Shop
 How Much Does a Wedding Planner Cost?
Planning Essentials
Wondering how much to budget for a wedding planner? We asked the pros – here’s everything you need to know, from full wedding planning to on-the-day coordination
Your Complete Guide to Vintage Wedding Cars
Planning Essentials
Looking to hire a vintage wedding car? Check out our comprehensive guide to vintage wedding cars with advice from the experts