Your West Midlands Wedding - Feb/Mar 2019 (Issue 60)

LAST NIGHT OF FREEDOM How to see off your single days in style A SPECIAL PARTY If going out on the town isn’t your cup of tea you can still host a do at home (or hire a venue) and book a local supplier to come to you. Why not hire a personal mixologist? We suggest: Mambo Mobile Bars (mambomobilebars.co.uk ) for a fabulous cocktail making class. B BUST A MOVE Some people just want to party the night away at their favourite club and there’s nothing wrong with that – just ensure you’ve got your dancing shoes! We suggest: Venture to party hotspots such as Birmingham, Stoke- On-Trent, Shrewsbury, Warwick, Worcestershire or Hereford. d DANCE LESSONS Do you want a YouTube-worthy wedding video? Learn an epic dance routine with your best girls or guys and perform it after your first dance. Not only will it surprise your new husband or wife, but it’ll be talked about for years to come! ESTIMATE SPENDING Make sure you give all your guests a rough cost of the activities planned and maybe even set up three different ‘packages’ in a steal, spend, splurge fashion. Your friends will inevitably have different budgets and will welcome the various options. GO, GO, GO If you want to have fun and get fit in the process, why not book yourselves onto a boot camp with your friends? Ready to be put through your pre-wedding paces? YES SIR! HELP, I NEED SOMEBODY Are you feeling a little overwhelmed with the party planning? There are fabulous companies in the region willing to lend a helping hand and organise a fantastic send off. We suggest: Dandelion Events (dandelionevents.co.uk) for a fun-filled evening. CREATIVE CELEBRATIONS Make your hen or stag do an experience you want to remember for years to come by picking an activity that will equip you with new skills. Whether you want to get crafty or adventurous – try your hand at something new. g F A FLOWER POWER See if your local florists offer floral arranging classes and get creative with your own bouquet or centrepiece – always go to an expert for the best flowers and advice. 72