Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - April/May 2020 (Issue 76)

ROUND TWO CELEBRATION ROADSHOW ❤ Having the right entertainment can really make your day. Recent research showed that 72% of brides said they would have spent more time choosing their entertainment if they could do things over again. ❤ Who is coordinating and entertaining your guests during the in-between bits? Consider a wedding host, who is like an all-day DJ, as they will have lots of ideas of how to keep your loves ones occupied. Phill Makepeace | celebrationroadshow.co.uk CLEVERCHEFS ❤ Always think about what you and your partner like to eat. It’s easy to choose crowd-pleasing dishes but remember it’s your day and all about you. ❤ Ditch the coffee for an after-dinner cocktail to get in the party spirit! Nick Collins | cleverchefs.co.uk FLOWERS BY ANYA ❤ Give as much notice as possible to your florist to ensure that the flowers you want are available and the order can be confirmed with the growers. ❤ Having a rapport with your florist is important, so you can work together and create the style you want. Remember your supplier will want everything to be perfect for you, and if they’re like me, they’ll thrive on seeing you happy when your vision is a reality. ❤ Sign a contract once you’ve paid a deposit to hold your wedding date. You’ll then know exactly what package you’re getting and when everything needs to be paid along with any terms and conditions. Anya Hutchinson | flowersbyanya.co.uk daniellapengellyphotography.co.uk | craftycakehole.co.uk NATALIE LAURAINE FLORAL DESIGN ❤ For your first consultation, it’s good to have a colour scheme in mind and a wedding date; we can then let you know which flowers are available. We are beholden to mother nature, and if blooms are out of season they’re likely to be very expensive. It’s also great to see photos of what’s inspiring you so we’re on the same page from the get-go. ❤ Let us know where you’re tying the knot. Us florists are well-acquainted with local venues, so we often have recommendations or previous experiences we can draw on to help you choose designs to fit the space. Natalie Lauraine English | @nlfloraldesign bristolcontemporaryphotography.com 50