Your Herts and Beds Wedding - Page number 73 - October/November 2021 (Issue 88)

A DAY TO REMEMBER We’ve just started planning our festival-themed wedding for next summer, but we’re not sure where to start. How we can make our vision come to life? First things first, think about what you want the wedding to look and feel like on the day. Take the time to write down ideas and create a moodboard with different venues, props, outfits, entertainment, décor and catering options to bring the theme to life. This will help you understand what’s most important to you both and help you stick to a budget. The next stage is to find the perfect venue and get that booked. Finding the right location is a major factor when creating your dream-wedding look, so make sure to visit lots of properties with the moodboard to show venues what you have in mind. It’s then time to find other vendors, booking a stylist like myself for the day is a big must and it’s important to find a company that’s created events that you love the look of. Book the supplier right at the beginning of your planning journey because the team will work hard to not only save you time, but sometimes save you money. Tichea Brade | Carmela Wedding & Events www.carmelaweddings.co.uk HOT TOPIC Top advice for the perfect wedding THE GREAT OUTDOORS My fiancé and I have just started looking for our dream wedding venue, and we’d like to get married outside. What should we keep in mind before booking a property? Take in the full surroundings of the area for your day and imagine how you’d like your wedding photos to be. A wedding is so much more than just a marquee or tipi, and you’ll want people to remember the day for years to come. Think about how the venue will fit your theme and how you can put your own stamp on the spaces – you don’t need to spend a fortune to achieve a dream day. Take into consideration things that have stood out at other weddings or features that have put you off specific venues. Here are a few things to keep in mind... ❤ Will there be ample car parking that’s free of charge? ❤ Do you have to use certain suppliers? ❤ Does the venue have a blank canvas to achieve everything you have in mind? Claire Hill | Hill Brothers Events www.facebook.com/HIllbrothersevents EXPERT ADVICE 73 BLOOMING MARVELLOUS I’m so excited about our winter wedding, but I hate the thought of parting with my flowers. Is there anything you can suggest to help? Resin preservation is the perfect way to save your beautiful-wedding flowers and turn them into keepsakes to treasure for years to come. Resin has a crystal clear and glass-like finish, which offers endless possibilities when it comes to preserving florals. The process involves drying the blooms in a special way that retains their original shape and vibrancy; it’s then preserved inside resin and deep-casting moulds. Customers can choose from various shapes and sizes when it comes to moulds; this includes hearts, blocks, arches, tea light holders, letters, numbers and more. I work very closely with my clients from the moment they book my service to ensure they receive the best possible outcome. The result is your very own piece of art, which allows you to remember the special day for years to come! Samantha Oakes | SO Resin Ltd www.soresin.com https://em ilyrosephotography.co.uk