TOP 10 TIPS

1. Remember it’s your day.

You deserve to enjoy every minute of it. Do it the way you want. Don’t think back to your wedding in 10 years time and sigh ‘Oh I wish I’d done that.’

2. Wear comfortable shoes.

Whilst that $20 pair of "I'm only going to wear them once" white heels from the local department store might seem appealing at the time, remember that you will be wearing them (in most cases) from midday to midnight. This is a very long time to go in uncomfortable shoes. No bride should be walking around bare foot in their gown! Invest in quality shoes, you won't regret it.

3. Hair Do's and Don'ts.

Make sure it’s washed and blow dried straight the night before. Don’t use a GHD as this will make it hard for the curls to stay in.

4. Set a realistic goal for weight loss.

Don't put yourself on a crash diet, you won't have any energy and the results won't last. Ask us about how to achieve your weight loss goals in a save and rapid way.

5. Get a white board.

The night before the wedding, write down what needs to be done and allocate to a person.This alleviates panic. Things aren’t being left to the last minute and can't be forgotten about.

6. For the bride-to-be, write a back up speech in case you decide to speak.

Most brides say they aren’t going to say a speech. But then get so overwhelmed by other beautiful speeches, they decide to stand up and say something themselves. Only to be left unprepared and stumbling through a thank you and possibly tears.

7. While getting ready do not forget to eat.

Start the Morning of your Wedding Day with a good Breakfast. It is all too easy to forget to eat and you'll end up with no energy, tired and cranky. Pack straws and organise bite-size portions of food to be available so eating and drinking will not spoil your make-up.

8. Make sure the groom and groomsmen dress appropriately for the theme of the wedding and the season.

If it’s a quiet backyard or garden wedding, they don’t need to be in a bow tie and tails. Likewise if it’s a formal wedding, they can’t be wearing a blazer and tie. Remember, no matter what the weather is like the groom and his men are always completely suited up for the ceremony. So bear this in mind if you're planning a wedding in the middle of summer in a place with no air conditioning.


9. Wear a dress that compliments your shape and size.

If you are overly busty in a dress that has gems falling out is not the best look at your wedding. And you don’t want Grandpa Tom ogling your 'goodies'. If you are small and petite, a slim fitting dress is best otherwise you will get lost in the dress.

Dress designers will be able to tell you what design suits you best. Go into the dress store with ideas in mind but prepare to be flexible as that dress you dreamed of might not compliment you in the best way.

Speak with the dress designer. Designers are often willing to adjust, alter or add to your dress to make sure you are 100% happy with the outcome.

Make an appointment with the designer. A bride that turns up out of the blue and expects immediate service will not have her needs met to the degree that a courteous bride who made an appointment does. Designers prefer to have one on one appointments and want to be able to give you the attention you deserve.

10. Don’t stress on the day about little things that go wrong.

There is no such thing as a "perfect" day and nor should it be. If the Bride or Goom forget their wedding vows, everybody will have a laugh which in turn makes for good photos! Always keep a good sense of humour and remember, the best way to stay calm, cool, and collected is to hire a consultant and stay organised!

 
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