Doing bits for @theoriginalonesncl 💅🏼
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@muscarievents.uk
@lisawilsoncelebrant
@theoriginalonesncl
@sj.fromthesmithsphotography
@simon.fromthesmithsphotography
Goosebumps 🫶
What can I say about these 2 🥺❤️ SO in love in makes my heart so full 💞
I’ve been working with @ohheysarahcarson & @kerry__carson since 2020! From initial venue searches 🔍 to many meetings over a beer 🍻 It’s been so great to see their laid-back wedding day come to life; with a focus on good times, relaxed dining & a f**king unbelievable party 🎉❤️
Thank you @bradburyglade for having me ❤️ & a huge shout out to the team that brought it all together 💞
@jossguestphotography
@polsarimagery
@canvascatering
@mixandtwistuk
@jakemiddletondj
@ageventsuk
@blossomtreehireco
@kellyterrezza
MONDAY ☕️❤️
Realised I’ve been so quiet on here, last week was a bit mad! Had an unreal shoot with @sj.fromthesmithsphotography & @simon.fromthesmithsphotography then got seriously struck down with the worst illness 🤒 which has moved into my ears, they’re ringing so bad it constantly feels like I’ve just left the club 🙈 & I can only listen in at one thing at a time 😅 (is this old age?!)
Anyway I’m back & feeling hella positive about this week! Started the week off on such a high 🥰🎉 & ready to tackle all my little admin jobs this week for upcoming weddings. ❤️
#HappyMonday 💖xx
Harrrrow 👋🏼
So nice to see more of you here! ❤️
This is me; awkward behind the camera and first but can’t pull me away once I get going 😅
I’m 29 years young; Proud mummy & Wife & live, breathe, sleep weddings! ❤️ In my spare time you’d find me on a pizza or coffee date with my husband or on a hike somewhere!
I’m currently working on some AMAZING weddings for this year that I can’t wait to show you & have started first steps for couples getting married next year too.
Don’t leave it too late to get booked in for a consultation 💖 I’d love to hear from you x
Epic team from this shoot 👇🏼:
@emmajordanweddings
@muscarievents.uk
@simon.fromthesmithsphotography @sj.fromthesmithsphotography
@ruerosefilms
@lolajeanstynemouth
@with_bells_on_invites
@imaginariumballoonstudio
@Lisawilsoncelebrant
@lolajeansweddings
@lucyyoungcakes
@mydreamneon
@studiosocial_north
@bethany.cruddace
@jimbainb
@rarebridalstudio
@megjoannoumakeup
@keepitpinned_hairstyling
5 Things to Ask Your Wedding Venue 👇🏼❤️
🏨 Is there accommodation on site? If not can you recommend hotels near by?
- Sometimes venues work in partnership with local hotels, check with your venue first as you may be able to get a discount.
🕯What restrictions are there in terms of decor?
- Can you have confetti? Are candles allowed? Are you able to hang things from the walls or ceilings?
🎶 Is there a PA system at the venue?
- Don’t rely on the band to bring equipment as they may not set up until a later time in the day
- Ask your venue if there are speakers & microphones for your usage or will they need to be hired externally
- Music pre-ceremony & during the wedding breakfast is often overlooked.
⏰How flexible are the timings of the day?
- For anyone that knows me I’m a big advocate of “Your Day Your Way”! However some venues run on their own timeframes which sometimes are sometimes nonnegotiable.
- If you’re not fussed on cutting a cake or what a more relaxed feel for the Wedding Breakfast, don’t be afraid to ask the venue what they suggest.
🪑What Table & Chairs are available?
- It’s great to ask what tables and chairs (& how many!) are available as they might not go with your overall theme and you may have to think about sourcing externally.
- Double checking the style and size is also important when looking at your table plan E.g. Some venues may only promote round tables, but if it’s banqueting you want don’t be afraid to ask. Or If you’re looking at round tables, how many fit comfortably around the table?
Leave me a “❤️” if you found this helpful!! Share the love this Sunday ✌🏼x
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Hi newly engaged Christmas couples 👋🏼🎅🏼💍
What a perfect time to introduce this all important topic 💖
Why is my Wedding Quote so Expensive?!
It’s so easy to get confused at wedding quotes that seem unaffordable or you just assume that Wedding suppliers add 0’s on because well, it’s a wedding! And we totally get it - you haven’t been married or engaged before so how are you meant to know how much things cost? 🤯
Let me help you - Here’s a mini breakdown on exactly what it is that goes into every wedding quote 👇🏼
⏰ Time; the time spent on a wedding is invaluable, blood, sweat & tears go into absolutely every wedding. Not just on the day, but the months leading up to it & months after if you’re a photographer in editing mode.
👰🏻♀️Limations; We’re limited to how many weddings we take on due to the amount of time each wedding takes to carefully prepare.
💬Expertise & Experience; Working in the world of weddings is wonderful, majority of suppliers will always give you their expert advice if needed.
💐Cost price of Florals & Hire items; Prices of flowers can fluctuate (hello Brexit) suppliers will always try work with your budget if you have a budget in mind on what you want to spend but will also be realistic on the actual cost price of these items.
🚚Set up & Delivery costs; For venues that are a little further afield delivery costs may occur as well as set up charges.
👭🏽Extra guests = Extra tables = More tables to dress = More 💰to spend; The more tables you have the higher the cost on the quote due to needing the additional items to dress the tables. (Micro Wedding anyone?)
Save this post for later; share with a friend who may need to see it or Drop me a DM if you’d like to chat further on budgeting 💰