Theres also some great tips on Cosmopolitan, Refinery 29 and Buzzfeed!
Here are my top 20 things every Bride should know:
(In no particular order)
1) Practise posing with your significant other. We all know that feeling of not being able to get the right light or right smile for a photograph, but on your wedding day, you look your best and you want the photographs to show that! There’s no harm in practising your best angle or your best side. Couple photos are the most important. You want some natural ones where you are “not posing” but you really are, and some of you two just smiling as the happy couple! There’s no harm in discussing which photo you want on the mantle piece for the rest of your life together!
2) You’re allowed a first look if you want one. Your wedding day might be the most nerve-wracking days of your life, and your significant other may be the only person who can calm your nerves. You shouldn’t feel like you’re not allowed to see them before the ceremony (it’s not bad luck). Doing this might make you feel calmer and it means you have a moment with just the two of you before you get married! I think it’s a special moment, that is missed by so many couples.
3) Make sure you get photos of or with everyone! You want to remember who was part of your big day and everyone who was invited! Try and make time for everyone so you can talk to everyone and have a photograph together! It’s a shame if the only photos of the day are of the newly weds, and all the guests and family are forgotten.
4) Keep a bottle of water with you all day! This is in fact for two reasons. Number one; if you have one too many wines or champagnes then it’s best to keep you hydrated! Number two; with all of the photos you’re going to need to smile for, it's best to have a sip of water every now and again! It’ll make it easier, but your cheeks will hurt just as much I’m afraid.
5) Consider the music at your event. You want to either have a DJ with a playlist of songs that everyone will know, or at least a selection of songs for each age group. So many DJ’s take requests as well as your chosen playlists with a few of their own additions to get the party going. Or you can hire entertainment to play, such as a band.
6) Don’t break the bank on favours. As sweet as a little sentimental gift per person is, they are a lot of effort to put together by hand, if you’re going down the DIY route. You don’t want to spend too much money on something that not everyone will take home or use! Maybe something for close family would be nice but some of your guests won’t be bothered if you’ve gone to the special effort of hand crafting hundreds of favours.
7) Don’t just improvise your first dance. Your first dance is a tradition and everyone wants to get a photo or a video. If you step on each others feet, it might be something to remember but if you wow the crowd with your amazing moves then it’ll be even more memorable! You don’t have to go out for a full routine, but to be at one with your partner makes everything a bit smoother.
8) Remember to wear comfortable shoes. As gorgeous as those sparkly silver and pearl stilettos are, you won’t be able to wear them all day. If you go for a smaller and thicker heel, you will feel so much more comfortable. That said, if you do want some killer shoes for photographs and the main ceremony then you can bring some flats or comfier shoes for later in the evening. You don’t want blisters on your wedding day.
9) Don’t go big with your jewellery. As gorgeous as those earrings look, they will be heavy and your ears will kill by the end of the day! You want simply but pretty jewellery, not to distract from your dress or hair. Having something elegant like a crystal or diamond necklace is sweet and it’s something you can wear again.
10) Don’t spend your life savings on a wedding dress! Now, wedding dresses are so stylised it’s hard enough to find one that you love and suits your figure. But even if you can’t find one to start with, doesn’t mean you have to splash out the cash for a custom made dress or a designer. So many high street stores do wedding dresses and you can always get bits added here and there to make it your own. But there’s no need to spend thousands and thousands on a dress you’ll wear for one day.
11) Don’t do your corset on your dress up too tight. You may want to look great for your photos but don’t push your body! You need to be comfortable if you’re wearing your dress all day and all night. Try to pick a dress that is easy to do up and comfortable for you, with maybe a bit of room, in case the buffet is just too good!!!
12) Select a bathroom buddy. It doesn’t sound very sophisticated but, in your wedding dress, going to the toilet will be a little bit difficult. If you select a bathroom buddy then they can help you when you need to lift up your almighty skirt of your dress, or help you undo the back if its more of a slim fit! Either way, it’s a two person job!
13) Make sure you give out all information guests will need on their invitation. There’s always a slight miscommunication at a wedding. Try to indicate exact times and places on the invite. If someone is only invited to the reception and not the ceremony, don’t be scared to tell them that. Better they know the facts than leaving them to assume!
14) Take some time after the ceremony to be with your significant other before the reception. You’ve just got married, have a bit of time to yourselves! It’ll take a while to sink in but with the reception looming, everyone is going to want photos and to talk to you! You won’t have that much time for each other for the rest of the day so take a moment! Breathe it all in.
15) Don’t let the little things ruin your day. As much as you want everything to be perfect, there’s always a potential for a few hiccups! Nothing astronomical, but sometimes things don’t run completely smoothly. This is alright! You don’t need to worry about everything and panic if something goes wrong. On the whole, your day will be perfect no matter what!
16) Don’t doll yourself up! Obviously you want to look your best, however, make sure you look like you! Don’t cover yourself in make up you’d never normally wear or go mad with your hair! You still want to look like the same person. Just do you, and feel comfortable about the way you look on your day!
16) Make sure you actually eat. With all the excitement and nerves you might not feel particularly hungry. However, if people are buying you drinks and you’re not eating, then you may not feel too well by the end of the night. Make sure when the food is served, you get up to the front of that queue!
17) Put your phone away or on silent. As much as you may want to use your phone like you would on a normal day, just think… everyone who you care about should be at your wedding! They will all be taking photos of you and making sure everything is online and you’re tagged in it all. You really don’t need you phone out!
18) Make a list of gifts you’d like. There’s nothing worse than loads of presents, and not having anything that you’re going to use or anything you need! If you make a list of general things that you would like then it’s so much easier for your guests, and a lot nicer for you. No one can have too many candles!
20) Relax and enjoy yourself. Take a deep breath and just enjoy it! This is your big day and you deserve to have a brilliant time. Your wedding is something you are going to want to remember for a long, long time, so take in every moment and smile!
Links:
http://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/confessions/advice/a27496/wedding-advice-tips/
http://www.refinery29.com/wedding-planner-advice
https://www.buzzfeed.com/sheridanwatson/the-wedding-doctor-is-in?utm_term=.lyGgyOgr9#.vorzaXzn4
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