Bride-to-be diary: How to avoid wedding day disasters

 

Wedding bouquet

Flowers

Our flowers will be done by the florist that is literally in the same road as our venue. That way, I don’t have to deal with a florist whose car has broken down, stuck in traffic or just plain and simply running late.

We can (if need be) quickly go and collect our flowers. No mess, no fuss, no stress.

When booking your florist – or any supplier, remember to keep their location in mind.

Wedding music

Music 

We have hired a DJ who has been in business for many years. While this is no guarantee that something might not go wrong on the day, he not only comes highly recommended, he also makes sure he is at the venue early and does sound checks with all his (good quality) equipment.

On top of that, he has a team of DJs who work for him, so, again, if something happens between now and our wedding, or even on the day, I know he will be able to make a plan.

Marriage officer – the gentleman we have booked to officiate our marriage has been marrying couples for 20 years.

The added bonus / back up plan?

His wife is also a marriage officer. So, in case of emergency (touch wood), his wife can stand in for him.

Make sure your marriage officer has somebody who can stand in for him / her if they can’t make it AND request to meet this person so that you know you are comfortable with them too.

While none of these suggestions are rocket science, I think that any bride-to-be should definitely have plans in place way in advance to avoid on the day disasters.

And, remember – the MOST important thing on the day, is that you leave married to the one you love. Everything else is just a cherry on the top (but, cherries are nice, so plan properly!)

Happy planning! xox

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