SPRING FEVER I’m having a spring wedding and was wondering how I could incorporate the time of year into my stationery? There are so many different ways to bring the spring season into your wedding stationery: Colour palette: Think of colours that are inspired by spring, such as soft pinks, greens, blues and yellows. These colours evoke a sense of freshness and new beginnings. Floral designs: Incorporate floral motifs into your stationery and add flowers that are in season during that time of year. Wildlife: Include illustrations that are associated with spring, such as butterflies, birds, bees, or dragonflies. These elements can add a whimsical and romantic feel to your stationery. Seasonal typography: Choose fonts that reflect the light and airy feel of spring. Consider elegant and script fonts that convey a sense of romance and celebration. Remember to keep a cohesive theme throughout your wedding stationery, including save-the-dates, invitations and any on-the-day items. This will create a unified and visually appealing look for your wedding. Lucy Williams www.paperswanstationery.co.uk BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY My wife-to-be and I are thinking of getting wedding insurance. How do we go about this? While everyone, of course, hopes that their wedding day will go without a hitch, unfortunately, things can and do go wrong. And when they do, it can leave you significantly out of pocket if you don’t have insurance. With the average cost of a wedding coming in at around £20,000, it’s a major financial commitment that you want to make sure is protected. Wedding insurance covers you for things such as cancellation and rearrangement, failure of wedding suppliers, personal liability, damage or theft of your ceremonial attire, wedding gifts, rings, photography and more. Here are a few things to be aware of when you’re shopping around for a wedding insurance policy for your big day: Getting the right amount of cover: Many wedding insurance plans offer different levels of cover. So, work out the cost of your wedding by including all your planned expenses, such as venues, catering, photography, flowers, attire, cakes, entertainment, transport, etc. Once you have an approximate budget in mind, choose the level of cover that covers this planned expenditure. For instance, if you are planning to spend around £20,000 in total on your wedding, then you will need to get cover that will compensate you up to that level should you need to cancel the wedding. Don’t delay: While the wedding to-do list may seem never-ending, it’s important to not delay when it comes to buying wedding insurance. An ideal time to buy is as soon as you’ve paid for any part of the event and you have a venue and date arranged so that your deposits are covered. Make sure to check the policy details, as each insurer approaches this aspect differently. Cheap isn’t always best: Make sure to shop around and compare policies. Look at things like the details of the cover, customer reviews and the reputation of the insurance providers. Sometimes the best deal isn’t the one with the smallest price tag. Double check the cancellation policies: Cancellations are never fun, but they unfortunately do happen, so reviewing the cancellation policy is important. Make sure you understand the terms thoroughly and ask questions if needed. A clear understanding now can save you from any nasty little surprises down the line. Tailor your cover: Whether it’s an extra layer of protection for unforeseen circumstances, cover for elements of the celebration, like a marquee, or public liability cover should there be any ‘slip-ups’ on the dancefloor. Make sure to check the standard policy and review any of the add-ons so that you get the cover you need. While no one ever thinks about having to claim, things can and do go wrong, and so protecting your special day is a small price to pay for peace of mind. The team at Wedinsure Wedding Insurance www.wedinsure.co.uk Getty Images CAPTURE THE MOMENT We’re a bit camera shy and are feeling anxious about photos on our wedding day, but we also want a lovely album to look back on. Can you offer us some advice? Believe it or not, a lot of us feel this way about being in front of a camera. The best piece of advice we can give is to choose a photographer and videographer whose company you actually enjoy. Look through their portfolio to ensure they have experience capturing authentic and emotional moments. Share your concerns with your supplier beforehand, as any photographer worth their salt will be able to put you at ease and offer guidance on posing and candid shots. Remember that the day is about celebrating your love and commitment to each other. Focus on your partner and the joy of the moment will shine through in the photos. Dom and Rick www.essenceweddings.co.uk www.essenceweddings.co.uk www.jmdphoto.co.uk 56
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