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Where should couples start with slimming down their guest list to fit Covid restrictions?
What are the restrictions and who do/don’t they include?
How can brides and grooms decide who should make the cut? Should they change their bridesmaid/groomsmen line-up for example? Should it be based on who’s closest to them, or who’s most at risk, health-wise? Or maybe on who lives furthest away? What strategy should they adopt?
If vulnerable guests are non-negotiables for the couple (like parents, for example), what can they do to minimise risk and accommodate them? Should an element of the day be kept to immediate family, to be as safe as possible?
How and when should they deliver the news to people who won’t be able to come in a sensitive and tactful way? In what ways can they soften the blow: i.e. you’ll host a live stream, you’re planning on having a bigger reception later when restrictions allow etc?
If someone is really important to the couple but absolutely cannot attend (like a grandparent maybe) what can the couple do to make them feel included over and above a live stream?
What if restrictions change during the planning process? Should you make lists for various scenarios? Is it acceptable to re-invite guests when the outlook changes again? What’s the etiquette?
Any other tips and advice?
1. SAVING TIME
2. CREATING A PLAN
3. CREATING AND MANAGING A BUDGET
4. SAVING MONEY AND MAXIMISING YOUR BUDGET
5. SOURCING YOUR VENUE
6. SOURCING AND NEGOTIATING WITH SUPPLIERS
7. LIAISING WITH ALL SUPPLIERS AND VENUE ON YOUR BEHALF
8. CONDUCTING THE BACKGROUND RESEARCH
9. HELPING YOU STYLE
10. ORGANISING YOUR GUESTLIST
11. RUNNING THE SHOW
12. GIVING YOU SUPPORT AND ADVICE WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST
PLANNING AN OUTDOOR WEDDING
THE LEGAL BITS
SEASONAL BACKDROPS
BRING THE OUTDOORS, IN!
ARE THOSE WEDDING BELLS RINGING?
COLOURS
WEATHER
OUTDOORS CEREMONIES
COUNTRY VENUES
AUTUMN DEALS
FLOWERS
MENU
DRESS FOR THE WEATHER
LIGHTING
THE LOVE STORY THAT NOTHING CAN STOP!
HOLLY
THE VENUE
DÉCOR
CATERING
HAIR, MAKE UP AND THE DRESS
PHOTOGRAPGER AND VIDEOGRAPHER
VOLUNTEERS
EFFECTIVE WAYS TO PLAN YOUR WEDDING GUEST LIST
START EARLY
THE SPLIT
LIST A & LIST B
POLITE RESPONSE
CHILDREN
EVENING GUESTS
TABLE PLANNING
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
RSVP SUBMISSIONS
MENU
DEADLINE
UPDATES
CHANGES
BRIDAL PREPARATION ADVICE BY THE WEDDING GURU OSKAR
LIST OF JOBS
GOOD NIGHT SLEEP
BREAKFAST
THE SPACE
TIMINGS
DRESSES
GATEKEEPER & PEACEMAKERS
MARRIAGE SCHEDULE
Finally, ENJOY IT!
Useful things to be aware of when planning for a wedding in Scotland!
Wedding Day Schedule
Ceremonies
Gratuity
Wedding world language
Wedding Breakfast - named as this for it is the first meal for a married couple, it is in fact - a Wedding Meal
Drinks Reception – otherwise known as the Cocktail Hour, this one take place post-ceremony when guests are entertained with canapes and drinks, giving the couple time for professional photography and venue the time to turn things round or complete the final setup touches
Buttonhole – otherwise known as Boutonniere, often floral decorative piece worn by men on their left lapel
Canapes – also known as Hors d’oeuvres, often taster sized savory or sweet refreshments served during the Drinks Reception
Starter / Main Course – might be also referred to as Appetisers / Entree
Chief Bridesmaid – often referred to as Maid (single) or Matron (married) of Honor, the most important person in Bride’s line of Wedding Party, normally assisting the Bride and standing right beside her during the ceremony
Open Bar – term a lot more popular in the Americas, as alcohol sales in the UK are a lot more restricted and regulated with venue licenses, minimum unit pricing and alcohol measures. In the UK, this might be referred to as an Account Bar, where couple pre-pays or pre-orders additional drinks for the guests to enjoy through the wedding day in accordance with the above-mentioned regulations
Additional charges
Seasonality
Suggested Wedding Planning Timelines
12 MONTHS OR MORE…
12 TO 10 MONTHS BEFORE…
10 TO 8 MONTHS BEFORE…
8 TO 6 MONTHS BEFORE…
6 TO 4 MONTHS BEFORE…
4 TO 2 MONTHS BEFORE?...
2 MONTHS BEFORE…
1 MONTH BEFORE…
1 WEEK BEFORE…
LOCATION
CEREMONY OFFICIANT
MARRIAGE LEGALITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
CEREMONY MUSIC
CEREMONY READINGS
CEREMONY SCRIPT AND VOWS
CEREMONY DECORATING
CEREMONY SEATING AND PROCESSION ORDER
TRANSPORTATION
WEDDING GIFTS AND CARDS
2021 - THE BUSIEST YEAR IN HISTORY
LIVE STREAMING
CREATIVE AND DIY DECOR
LOCALLY INSPIRED AND PERSONALISED MENUS
ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCES
SUSTAINABILITY AND MEANINGFUL RITUALS
TIK TOK ANYONE?
THERE'S STILL TIME FOR YOU TO JOIN OUR GROUP AND WATCH ALL THE VIDEO ON #REPEAT
Michelle, The Bride
WEDDING MUSIC
WEDDING VENUE DECORATING
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
Janet Annand - Wedding Harpist (LINK)
Next Scene Films - Matt Crofts (LINK)
BagPiper Online (LINK)
The Wedding Guru - Oskar (LINK)