CHOOSING YOUR BIG-DAY FLOWERS Once you’ve booked your venue, you can start looking for your florist as you’ll know the space you’d like to fill, the size of your wedding and the date it’s going to be taking place. My biggest tip is to choose a florist whose work you truly love and ‘vibe’ with. It will make planning your flowers much easier as you’ll be on the same wavelength. When it comes to budgeting, it’s usually said to give 10 per cent of your overall budget to your flowers. If you want your blooms to make a big impact, you may consider putting more of your budget towards them. By discussing your needs and wishes with your florist, they will be able to advise and utilise your budget to its fullest to create the perfect flowers for your special day. Abbey from Fleurs&Ink www.fleursandink.co.uk FINDING THE PERFECT JEWELLERY Start choosing your accessories once you’ve decided on your wedding dress, as the style and colour of your gown may influence your decision. If you’ve opted for a V-neck dress, then we suggest you go for a simple pendant. A strapless or sweetheart gown can be accessorised with a choker or statement piece of jewellery. Keep in mind that high necklines already have a lot of drama, so skip necklaces and opt for statement earrings or a bracelet instead. Less is more with busier gowns. A good rule to go by is the simpler the dress, the bolder you can go with your accessories. Jewellery shouldn’t overlap fabric and should lay on your exposed skin. You may decide not to wear a necklace and instead opt for statement earrings but don’t forget about your hair accessories. Discuss your hair accessories with your hair stylist and make sure your accessories will work with your preferred hairstyle. Donna from DM Bridal Accessories www.dmbridalaccessories.co.uk www.samanthabroadleyphotography.co.uk www.instagram.com/lynda_michelle_photography 56
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