HOT TOPIC Our local experts solve your wedding dilemmas SIMPLY YOU! A few of my friends have got married recently and I’m worried my wedding isn’t going to stand out. How can I add something special to my big day? Always stay true to who you are, and your likes and dislikes. Your wedding day is about you both as a couple, so it’s always best to draw on your interests or your relationship for inspiration. Some ideas that can help your wedding stand out could be: 1. Personalised table plan – Table numbers as date milestones throughout your relationship. I’ve seen this at a recent wedding where the couple used the date they first got together, the date of their engagement and the year they moved in together. It also gives your guests something to discuss at the table! Other ideas could be using your favourite films, books or holiday locations. 2. Dessert table – Are you a sweet treat kind of couple? I love the idea of a dessert table instead of a standalone wedding cake. Not only does it provide a variety of treats for your guests, but you don’t have to stick with just cake! 3. Audio guest book – This isn’t your typical guest book. Hearing someone’s voice is something we take for granted. Rather than have your guests write you a message in a book why not get them to leave you a message? As the drinks are flowing throughout the night the messages will probably become more hilarious! Jodie Knott www.knottedinlove.co.uk SNAP HAPPY We want lovely photographs, but we’re limited by our budget. Do you have any suggestions? I’d say, look at what you really want photographs of? Is it the ceremony itself? Is it friends and family having fun on the dancefloor? Maybe, even having photographs taken of just the couple away from the hustle and bustle of the day? If couples can pin down the most important photographs for them, they may be able to reduce the amount of time, they pay for a photographer. I also suggest that if couples were in the early stages of planning, maybe look at getting married outside of the peak season. Money can be saved on the venue itself and can be used for a photographer they really want. Do your research. I know it sounds simple, but it can really make a difference. Photographers can vary a lot on price but also the quality of their work. Ask to see full galleries if they’re not provided on their websites. Shortlist the ones you like, then compare the prices. That might help you narrow down your choice to just a couple. You can then reach out and check if they have availability. Lindsay Oates www.elsiebeephotography.co.uk www.elsiebeephotography.co.uk 87 ASK THE EXPERTS
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