Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Jun/Jul 2019 (Issue 71)

Our experts solve your dilemmas  HOT TOPIC TIME TO PARTY My other half wants to save money and have a playlist at our wedding. How do I convince him that live music is best? The biggest issue is that a playlist can’t react to people in the room. It can’t see what people are enjoying and adapt to make sure everyone stays on the dancefloor. It also can’t engage in repartee and make sure everyone in the crowd, from the hipsters to Great Aunt Shirley, are entertained all night. Your wedding is a chance to pull out all the stops. You can pop on a playlist any time you like at home. You rarely get the chance to have a live band perform the songs you love in a beautiful setting surrounded by your friends and family. This is your big day; make it the magical experience you deserve! Charlie Evans Fake Plastic Chairs | fakeplasticchairs.co.uk Lasting memories Our friends have recommend having a videographer, but we didn’t put it in the budget. Should we move things around and prioritise booking one? I’ve never heard of anyone regretting having a videographer at their wedding, especially one who is discreet. The best filmmakers let the day unfold in front of their lens without any unnecessary staged shots or intrusive behaviour. Most of my couples hardly realise I’m there, which means they can enjoy the day and not worry about the camera. It also means I’m able to capture those special moments that would otherwise be missed. This reportage style produces the best cinematic results, with brides and grooms looking natural on film. While flowers fade and cakes get eaten, a wedding video can be treasured forever. Helen Faubel Fire and Diamonds Films fireanddiamondfilms.com rebeccafaithphoto.com EXPERT ADVICE 105