Getting Married? Read this first!

Getting married? Read this first! Expert advice and top tips from our wedding suppliers for engaged couples who are planning their wedding!

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Throw The Confetti Now!

This is one of my favourite parts of a wedding day - the exit of the couple from the ceremony to a crowd of friends and family chucking stuff at them! But what should you chuck? Like most wedding paraphernalia, there’s almost too much choice when it comes to confetti. Rice paper bells and angels, foiled plastic party poppers, dried flower petals all the way through to the original idea: rice!

Having photographed hundreds of weddings, I know the type I prefer, and even where to get it from. Read on! Confetti choice comes down to two factors for me: ease of throwing and environmental risk. Rice paper melts in the rain but isn’t easy to chuck as it’s so light (it can stain your dress too!).

Foiled plastic stuff is just plain evil - who’s going to pick it all up? Dried pot-pourri type petals are just too darned itchy-scratchy - particularly when some well-intentioned but ill-informed relative thinks it’s hilarious to shove it down your backs! So my preferred confetti is freeze-dried flower petals from www.trulymadlydeeply.biz. Their product is GORGEOUS - super soft flower petals of all types and colours, heavy enough to throw and 100% natural and biodegradable.

My final piece of advice about confetti is to check with your venues before ordering any - not all venues allow it at all! Finally, if the weather means you’re stuck indoors, have some bubbles on hand for a fun alternative.

Tip by Daniel Charles Photography 

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Wedding Day Timeline - Wychwood Park Hotel & Golf Club

As a wedding venue, we always get asked about timelines for the wedding day. To help we’ve put together a rough timeline for brides and grooms to work from:

14:00 - Civil Ceremony

14:30 - Reception Drinks

14:45 - Photos

16:00 - Wedding Breakfast

18:00 - Retire to Bar for room turnarounds

19:00 - Evening Guests Arrive

20:30 - Evening Buffet

00:00 - Evening comes to a close

If you are opting for a Church Ceremony allow 45minutes for the ceremony, 30minutes for photos plus travelling time to the venue, then pick up at Reception drinks.

Obviously, these times are all dependant on the time of the ceremony, and different photographers require different time frames but it’s a good starting point and we will help work out the details when you come for your final details meeting.

Tip by Wychwood Park Hotel & Golf Club 

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Your Wedding Day restricted by guest numbers? Move your wedding outside!

What an emotional roller coaster it has been for couples over the last 18 months, rescheduling, changing the plan, deciding to delay or go ahead with smaller numbers! Maybe the government announcement of the 14th of June 2021 still leaves you uncertain?

Consider all your options:

Perhaps your chosen venue cannot accommodate your number of guests safely inside, speak to them to see if you can move the ceremony outside! Maybe the Registrar cannot deliver your ceremony outside, a celebrant can!

Choosing a Celebrant led ceremony may have always been your 1st choice or maybe changing to a Celebrant now can help you remove the obstacles which are preventing you from having the Wedding Ceremony you have been dreaming of.

What are you waiting for?

Get in touch, we can chat and discuss your options.

You can still have the day of your dreams!
Tip by: Pure Silk Ceremonies

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Preparing for your first bridal appointment!

Boda Boutique is a boutique focused on fun, love and creating moments! I love everything weddings and can’t wait to hear all your plans and help you create your perfect bridal look!

Our top tips for a successful first appointment!

- Research your shop beforehand and make sure they have the style of dresses you're looking for that fall within your budget.

- Bring the decision-makers with you, if you can't envisage saying "yes" to a dress without that one special person present, make sure they are with you at your appointment.

- Wear nude underwear, don't buy a special bra for the day 9/10 Brides will end up ditching their bra during their fittings.

- Have an open mind..!

- Trust your gut, if it feels like the one, it most likely is.

Tip by: Boda Bridal

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Your wedding, your way!

Don’t be afraid to think outside of the box. Your wedding can be anything you want it to be. Escape the restrictions of the standard ceremony and write your words, your promises, your story, your way ……with a little help from me to ensure your day is perfectly magical.”

Tip by: www.oaklandscelebrants.co.uk

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Set the tone of your wedding with your invites!

Your wedding invitation should be the first thing to check off your wedding to-do list. Once they are sent out, it sets the tone for the wedding itself, maybe giving a clue to how your event will play out. Plus it takes the pressure off while you argue (surely not!) over the flowers, venue, bridesmaids, guest list etc.

We have been providing wedding stationery since ABBA were in the charts. A simple text based invitation or an intricate four-page cut out with bows and diamantes - (and everything in between!). Choice is yours - It’s Your Wedding Day! And when you have the time, don’t forget the table plan, menu, order of service, table numbers or names, place cards…. SO if a wedding on a Greek isle or a simple local event (and everything in between!) is on the horizon, please contact us.

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Look & feel your best on your wedding day!

The start of a new life together is the time for a fresh start, a clean slate and a commitment to your future goals. With that in mind and knowing that you want to look and feel your best on your big day, why not kickstart a healthier lifestyle together too? 

The C9 is not just a nine-day programme. It includes advanced nutrition and exercise routines to help you succeed and reach your personal best. It helps adjust your mindset and get your nutrition on track so you can challenge yourself to really look and feel better for your big day. 

To support you with your reset and help you make the most out of the programme you will have access to a support group and myself. Five products make up the foundation of this programme, and each one is designed to fuel your body and provide supplemented support. 

Tip by: Aloe with us 

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Think about your wedding disco playlist and set up!

Let me introduce ourselves. We are Faraway Disco, a professional mobile Wedding Disco Company, based
in North Wales. Hiring a Wedding DJ is one of the most important decisions you make, that will impact the success of your wedding evening reception.

OUR TOP TIP:

The Music even though you may love the music you pick for your playlist or your music choices. Your taste may not suit everyone else. Your guests have come to be part of your special day but also to help you celebrate it, and to enjoy the end of the day party. So keep an open mind over the music, allow your DJ to" Mix it up’’

The Setup:
Consider the space you have available for the disco, communicate with your DJ. So the setup they use fits in the space, while still looking Stylish.

Tip by: Faraway Disco

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Registrar V's Celebrant Explained: What exactly is a Licenced Premises and do you have to get married in one?

Hello, my name’s Denise a Celebrant from Oaklands Family Celebrant. Firstly huge congratulations if you are visiting this article as part of your journey to planning the wedding of your dreams.

The last year has been tough but now we can see the light at the end of the tunnel and it’s shining very brightly.

The wedding industry has a lot of catching up to do and many of the most popular, licenced venues are being rapidly booked as more and more couples now feel comfortable making wedding plans without the risk of them being stopped again.

At present the only way you can be legally married is if your Ceremony is a held following the rules of Religious Ceremonies or it is officiated by a Registrar at the Local Registry Office or another Licensed Premises.

So what exactly is a Licenced Premises and do you have to get married in one ?

Put simply the answer is No.

Awarding a Licence to a venue means that your wedding will be officiated by a registrar on the day of your Ceremony, making it Legal.

From the Citizens Advice Bureau’s website “the marriage ceremony will take approximately 10-15 minutes” and “each partner will repeat a standard set of vows”, which “may not be changed but may be added to”.

What isn’t commonly known is that the Legal side of your wedding can be carried out for a small fee in what is known as a “two plus two” Ceremony. This is held at the Local Registry Office in the presence of a Registrar, the couple and 2 witnesses, usually at a time when they are less busy.   

Licenced Venues and Local Authorities don’t over publicise this option as it diverts business away from them. 

But there is so much more available to you.

Using the combination of the 2+2 Ceremony and  Celebrant for your Wedding opens up the possibilities to hold your Ceremony anywhere, a beach, a hillside, your favourite beauty spot, your family home or any other venue you may have discounted as it isn’t licenced for Weddings.

The 2+2 Ceremony, usually held a few days before, gets the legal bits out of the way and then the fun begins working with your Celebrant to create the day of your dreams. 

Unlike a Registrar Ceremony the world really is your oyster. Your Celebrant will work closely with you both to get to know your story, your families and how you want your day to ‘feel”.

There are no restrictions to the words you choose, the vows you make or the additional elements you choose, such as Hand Fasting or a Unity Candle Ceremony.

There are so many options available to you which I’m happy to talk through with you either over the phone or over a coffee which ever works best for you.

This quick guide will be a help to you :

Whatever you choose I wish you Good Luck with your planning and more importantly your future.

Denise xxx
Call: 07718 584575 | Email: denise@oaklandscelebrants.co.uk | Websiteoaklandscelebrants.co.uk | North West, England

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The do’s and don’ts to remember for getting the most out of your wedding venue stylist.

No wedding would be complete without a beautiful dressed wedding venue and decorations. Choosing the right venue dressing for your wedding day takes a lot of thought. We chatted with expert Nicola from Elegant Event Designs to find out the do’s and don’ts when looking for your perfect decor or stylist. So before you book your stylist make sure you’re fully equipped with some basic knowledge about venue styling and decoration.

·      Do research Wedding Themes: When planning venue dressing a wedding theme or colour pallet is essential as a basis. Research early, go to wedding fayres and ask your venue dresser for ideas! Venue dressing should complement and express your wedding theme so this is a great starting point.

·      Do create a mood board/pinterest board: once you have decided on your wedding theme or colour pallet the next steps would be to create a visual. Use cut-outs from wedding magazines or create a virtual wedding mood board on pinterest, you can even invite your venue dresser who can add ideas to a shared board too! Creating a mood board is perfect for visualising your wedding day and for your venue dresser to match up their decoration to your ideas! 

·      Don’t forget to use the venue dressing company to dress the wedding venue: venue dressers are the experts so use them! Rather than asking your mum, guest or even try and take on the task yourself, venue dressers or event planners will save you time and definitely stress on your wedding day. Tying a bow might look easy but when you have many and you want your decoration to look perfect it’s best to leave the dressing down to the experts so you can relax and enjoy your day!

·      Don’t book two sets of venue dressing: many couples make the mistake of hiring two sets of venue dressing. You have hired decor for the entire day so why not use the ceremony venue dressing and move to the next venue or evening party? Your venue dresser or event planner will be more than happy to move the decor for you. 

·      Do make sure your Venue Dresser is fully insured: always check their certificated to ensure they are fully insured to work in your wedding venue.

·      Do be organised: List down all the different types of venue dressing you can have at your wedding, for example, centerpieces, aisle decor, candles, chairs, backdrops… the list goes on! Make sure no space goes uncovered!

• Do download our free wedding planning checklist! Click the link below for your free download!

·      Do stick to your budget: there are some amazing packages out there, do stick to your budget, shop around to find a venue dresser whose packages match your budget.

·      Do go to your venue and meet your venue dresser at the venue: a site visit is a great way to bounce your ideas off your venue dresser and to agree exactly on what you want and where, especially if the venue dresser has not been to the venue before, if they have then ask them for tips on how they have dressed the rooms previously for some inspo!

·      Do look at the decor: ensure you get the opportunity to view the look or different types of décor you expect, and where possible, have a full consultation with your dresser so each party fully understands requirements and expectations.

·      Do ask questions: make sure you discuss everything, ask questions and listen to the advice of your venue dresser, they may have some different ideas from your initial vision but they are the expert so keep an open mind and don’t reject any ideas they have that might that initially does not fit it with what you had in mind.

·      Do make sure there is no space overlooked: You don’t have to dress every single nook and cranny but maybe there is a wall/partition or painting you want to hide? Adding backdrops or some moon arches can help hide those parts of the venue you want to hide. 

·      Do not stress: once you have booked a reputable venue dresser then don’t stress over the details (that’s their job!) In my experience your big day goes by so quickly, just enjoy it and let the professionals do the rest

·      Do check out my next article: ‘‘Top Wedding Decor Trends you need to know about’’ here!

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Elegant Event Designs bring their professional creativity and inspiration to your wedding day. Set to your budget, they will work with you to create the right theme and style that is tailored to perfectly reflect your wedding. Contact Elegant Event designs today

Call: 07921067543 | Email: info@eleganteventdesigns.co.uk

Websites: www.eleganteventdesigns.co.uk | Facebook: www.facebook.com/eleganteventdesigns1

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A Big Day Boost! Ways To Make Extra Money for Your Wedding

Everybody knows that weddings are not the cheapest things in the world! One of the biggest struggles in planning a wedding is setting the budget but also finding the money to make it your perfect day. While eloping is certainly cheaper, if you are looking to make some extra money quickly for your wedding day, let's provide you with some options.

Freelancing

No doubt, there is a lot of stress going on at the moment. You've got to fit in your working life, and every spare moment is spent meeting with wedding planners or getting on the phone with caterers. This means that finding extra money is not easy. But freelancing is the best way for you to make the most of any spare time. You can use many freelance bidding boards such as Shiply and be a delivery driver if you are looking for shipping bidding. One of the benefits of being a delivery driver in this respect is that you could use it as an opportunity to go and tick off a couple of wedding duties at the same time! If you need to pay a visit to the venue, for example, you could combine this with a delivery job going in that direction!

Renting Out Part of Your Home 

While you may not like the idea of sharing your home with a complete stranger in the run-up to your big day (not least if they try to bag themselves an invitation), Airbnb is one of the best ways to make the most of part of your home. You can rent out your home entirely if you are trying to get a bit of extra cash for after the honeymoon. If you have a trip coming up, or you are going to the wedding venue so you'll be away for the weekend, why don't you rent out your home or a room to someone who is visiting your area? In addition, you could rent out your car parking space or if you have a space, you could rent it out for an event. Websites like Peerspace mean you can host events such as meetings or parties which you can get paid for. If you hold a party, it might be a good dry run for the night do anyway!

Decluttering and Selling Your Stuff

You might find this is one of the better options. If you and your significant other are starting a new life together, this is the perfect opportunity to declutter and to make new memories. It gives you the opportunity to go over your old life, and a lot of items that you just don't use anymore. You might not want to be ruthless, because there are things that you may like to keep, but if you've got CDs or DVDs that you've got doubles of, get rid of them through websites like Decluttr. 

The greatest day of your life is not cheap. But there are plenty of ways for you to get those extra finances to make your special day that little bit more special.

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Eloping: A Non-Conventional Adventure

Eloping: A Non-Conventional Adventure

The idea of eloping was heavily frowned upon in the past. It was associated with indiscipline, and the rejection of family values as couples fled their homes to another location to get married. Fast forward to the 21st century, the idea has become more popular, especially as the Coronavirus pandemic dealt a blow to regular activities and people had to adapt to the new normal. Today, eloping is an option for couples looking to get married without the usual pomp and pageantry associated with grandeur weddings.

The most notable factor in elopement is a drastically reduced wedding expenditure, meaning the couple need not worry about the usual costs that come with weddings attended by hundreds of guests. The only elements the about-to-be married couple would have to think of are the wedding rings, attire, and other minor details for the special day. A few might plan for minimal catering for the very few witnesses they invite. Regarding videography and photos, the advent of the smartphone makes this possible without having to hire an entire team.

Despite the spontaneity associated with eloping, it’s a legal requirement in the UK to inform your local registry office with a minimum prior notice period of 29 full days before the wedding. These legal requirements form the foundation for your marriage license and how long it will take to have it.

Indeed, there may be feelings of guilt for not being able to invite everyone you’d have loved to attend your wedding. Therefore, the decision to elope must not be a unilateral one. Together with your partner, decide on what works for both of you.

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Advice for rebooking your wedding band and entertainment during a pandemic!

It is fair to say that the pandemic has spoiled a lot of our plans. While it isn’t the end of the world to have to rebook your holiday or change your theatre tickets, having to rebook your wedding creates a lot more upheaval. As well as the practical considerations, cancelling your wedding day takes a big emotional toll on everyone involved.

But we’re here to help! Of all the problems that arise from rebooking your wedding, making sure you’ll still have entertainment in place can be one of the most frustrating. So how do you go about rebooking your wedding band and entertainment? And what can you do if this isn’t an option?

Check the fine print

When you first booked your wedding band or entertainment, you will have entered into a contract. If you need to postpone your wedding, make sure that you read over your contract to check what your legal rights are. This will tell you whether there will be extra fees for rebooking a different date or cancelling altogether, and the whole rebooking process will be a lot easier.

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Talk to your band

When cancelling, hopefully, you had a conversation with your band or entertainment provider. This should have made it clear whether you were cancelling or simply indefinitely delaying – though, understandably, this might have been uncertain. Now you are rebooking, you need to get your schedules together so that no one is disappointed. This might be difficult, as there will probably be a rush of couples looking to rebook. Depending on how much you want the same entertainment you had before, you may have to be a little flexible on your wedding date!

In case of cancelling

While bands are eager to reconnect with you and make magic happen on your wedding day, inevitably there may be some times when it doesn’t work out. This can happen even with a contract. If your chosen entertainment has members who have had to travel abroad to be with loved ones, or even if the band has broken up over the pandemic, it can be crushing to miss out on your first pick. But even if this happens, remain polite and understanding. This is a hard time for everyone.

Find fantastic entertainment

Luckily, there are many incredible live bands out there just waiting to bring their own brand of beautiful music to your wedding day. Whether you want a folksy acoustic trio, a band that will sing everyone’s pop favourites, or even an R&B band – there is surely something for everyone out there. Remember that being a little more flexible than usual is an advantage in these times, whether you are rebooking or starting from scratch.

While postponing your wedding day is never ideal, remember that plenty of people have been in the same boat this year! You can still get great entertainment and enjoy a wonderful day – and it will be all the sweeter with all your family and friends around you once more.

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How to Own Your Confidence On Your Wedding Day

Your wedding day will always be memorable, and on reflection, you’ll be extremely likely to look back on it as an excellent, life-changing event in your life. However, there are no guarantees that you’ll have fun at the time. This is something that takes many brides (and grooms) by surprise. It’s not that they’re not happy, it’s just that there are so many details and anxieties that they have to think about. Fortunately, there are things you can do ahead of time that’ll push you in the right direction. It’s all about having confidence in yourself and the day as a whole.

In this blog, we’ll look at some ways you can have just that. 

Photo by Jeremy Wong from Pexels

Plan to Perfection

You’ll have months, or perhaps even years, to get everything into shape for your wedding. So why not make the most of that time by planning everything to perfection? If you know that every detail of the big day is secure and watertight, then you’ll be able to throw yourself into the serious business of having fun. If you’re having a big and extravagant wedding, then look at hiring a wedding planner to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Prepare Ahead of Time 

We’ll talk about looking your best later on, but first, let’s think about feeling your best. There are plenty of things you can do that’ll ensure you’re physically and mentally at your best, but to get the effect, you’ll need to incorporate these habits into your life ahead of time. Don’t wait until the last minute before you begin thinking about these things! If you’ve got several months of eating well, working out, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding the things that can drag you down (such as alcohol consumption and smoking), then you’ll be a real force of confidence and positivity when the big day arrives. 

Looking the Part

Now let’s think about looking the part! You’ll feel oh so confident when you’re walking down the aisle and beyond if you know you look, well, the best that you’ve ever looked. There are some tried and tested tips for making sure this is the case. First, there’s the matter of the dress. Check out these beautiful wedding dresses by Ronald Joyce, find one that you like, and you’ll have a jaw-dropping style on your big day. Beyond that, it’s all about making sure that your hair and makeup are perfect -- do a trial run beforehand, so you know you’re completely happy with the look.

Don’t Stress The Small Stuff

Finally, remember that even with all the planning in the world, it’s still possible that there’ll be one or two small problems that crop up. And when they do, don’t stress -- it’s unlikely that the problem will be so grand that the whole day is ruined. And even if things don’t go to plan, remember that you can always make things work. If you have great people around you and a positive attitude, then there’s no telling what you can do! 

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9 ideas to involve your close friends and family who can’t make your Wedding day!

My best friend had been engaged for 5 years, she’d already had one wedding postponed after falling pregnant and a 2nd due to the lockdown in October 2020. So when she told me that she was finally going to get married in December I was so incredibly happy for her and her fiancé!

The rule of 15 guests to attend a wedding in December meant, unfortunately, myself and many other close family and friends of the couple would not be allowed to attend. Although of course, I was sad that I was not going to be there to see them say ‘I do’, I quickly realised that in a year of miserable news, we all had something to celebrate! And how fantastic was that!

Whether you’re a bride or groom thinking about a micro wedding (but nervous about letting some guests down) or you’re an uninvited guest who can no longer attend. Here are my top tips (from my experience) on how you can still very much involved in a wedding without being able to physically be there!!

These recommendations will depend on the government guidelines. Please check the government website for the most up-to-date details on social gatherings.

Be there something old, something new, something borrowed something blue!

We all know the tradition something old, something new, something borrowed something blue! why not give or borrow the bride a gift that is old, new, borrowed or blue that they can wear on the day. I secretly found out what my friend didn’t have and she mentioned she needed earrings to go with her bridal headpiece. Sending a gift is a lovely keepsake for the bride or groom and a way that the couple can feel that you are still there with them on the day!

Live Stream your friends and family! Your whole guest list can still be there virtually!

There are many ways your friends or family can still be a part of your big day! Live streams are super easy to set up so guest can ‘virtually’ be there. You can invite your whole guest if you like, platforms like zoom are fantastic. Your guests can still dress up to the nines with a glass of fizz!

Be a ‘Groupie’.

Create a WhatsApp group with your guests who can’t make it. Keep them updated with pics of your dress fittings, hair and make-up trials and all your ideas for your wedding! They will love being involved and you will have your squad by your side for those hard decisions on whether to choose white, off white or cream ;-)

Share your wedding day!

Have a designated person in the whatsapp group who is attending the wedding who can also post photos or videos of the special moments throughout your wedding day. They will be so happy to share in the joy you felt on the day by looking at the photos.

Be there outside of the wedding venue to throw confetti

If the restrictions permit and you don’t live to far from the wedding venue, why not wait outside for the ceremony to finish. Throw confetti and congratulate the newlyweds. It will mean so much to the new bride and groom!

Have a small gathering the night before.

Depending on the restrictions, organise a small gathering with your closest guests who can’t make it. Enjoy a prosecco and a garden get together in a well-ventilated space so you can help the bride or groom prep for their big day!

Be a part of their ‘Glam Squad’ and see them in their dressed up in their wedding outfits!

Be a part of their Glam Squad and help the bride or groom get ready the morning of the wedding! You will see get to see them in their dressed up in their wedding outfit and you can capture that social distancing selfie for the gram too!

Share your wedding menu!

Share you wedding menu with your uninvited guests so they can enjoy the same meal on the day too! Or order extra slices of cake, cupcakes or your sweet treats to send to your uninvited guests for them to enjoy on your wedding day.

Capture your special day.

Book the professional photographer and videographer so you have those special moments to share after your wedding with your guests.

The hardest thing for a bride and groom having a micro wedding will be not having all their closest friends and family at their wedding. Letting close ones down or letting them know they can’t be their will not be easy and will cause a lot of anxiety and stress. Be as understanding and supportive as possible. Keep in contact with the bride and groom you can still be very much a part of their big day.

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Why you need Live Music at your micro wedding and a Q&A with expert musician CelloUna.

Why you need Live Music at your micro wedding and a Q&A with expert musician CelloUna.

Due to the impact of the pandemic Micro Weddings are Trending in 2021. With guest limits on weddings, some couples will be scaling down their music too!  Claire from CelloUna is here to offer her top tips and answer your question on why music is such an important part of your wedding day in 2021 and how she can make your micro wedding extra special.

Why have music at your Micro Wedding?

Your wedding is a unique day.  Live music definitely helps to create that perfect atmosphere.  There are so many important parts of the wedding where music playing in the background will create a romantic ambiance!  Could you even imagine a wedding without music? Now more than ever we are craving music to make up for all the live concerts we have missed out on this past year.

Why scale down on live music?

Maintaining distances will continue to be important in the immediate future, so an individual musician or duo will be a popular and more practical choice in 2021. With outdoor weddings on the rise, individual musicians are a popular option for this summer!

A single or duo musician can go anywhere!

Pick a musician that can move with you outside for your ceremony and drinks or can even play at your garden wedding too!  The cello is easily moved to where ever you want it to be! If the drinks reception is being held in a different room we can move- outside or inside!  It is great to have music in the background as guests mingle, get involved with photos and the music will help guests relax too! CelloUna is a great option and very adaptable.

Mini concert style music is on the rise in 2021

As dancing is out of the question at the moment mini-concerts will be on the rise in 2021. Music will be more about having a sit-down experience due to the restrictions, sort of like a mini-concert. With so many concerts being cancelled in the past year, this will be an unforgettable experience for you and that your guests will absolutely love!

When should a musician play during the day?

The main requests I have are

-       Playing whilst your guests arrive.

-       A special song as the bride enters.

-       Your choices of songs as the register is signed

-       A song as the newly weds leave.

You can even still have your first dance to live music, how wonderful would that be! If receptions are able to go ahead, you can have live music or background music whilst you’re enjoying your wedding meal too.

So why choose a cello for your wedding day?

Because of it's middling range, the cello has a special sound and lives in the richest, warmest areas in music. With it’s deep layers the cello is one of the most versatile of the strings instruments. Enjoy sinking into the depths of music with it’s lowest note vibrations, yet peaking with the sweetness of the high notes too! The cello has never been more of a popular choice for weddings and really will be a performance everyone will remember!

Add your favourite music with a backing track!

Not only a classical instrument the cello can transform your favourite song accompanied by a backing track. Push the traditional boundaries merging old styles with new, offering a pioneering cool concert for you and your wedding guests.

Whether you and your partner’s song is Jazz, Pop, Rock n Roll or anything in between the versatile cello can indulge in all your musical wishes! With less guests to please you really can create a playlist based on all the music you and your partner love!

Smaller guest list – bigger emotions.

Weddings are an emotional day for all as it is. In a year when you’re not able to have everyone there emotions will be bigger than usual and music will be so much more meaningful and sentimental.

What sort of music can I have?

Every bride and grooms choice of music is very personal.  Popular choices are Pachelbel’s Canon, Make you Feel My Love (Adele), All you Need is Love (Beatles) and A Thousand Years (Christina Perri) or even Bach Prelude in G + Apres Un Reve (like Harry + Megan’s wedding!). 

Some couples have had themed weddings - there has been a Star Wars wedding!  Perhaps this isn’t for everyone!!  CelloUna can work with you to make the music choices perfect for your special occasion.

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 What packages are available with CelloUna?

The most popular package is 3 hours, which covers: music as the guests arrive into the ceremony room, ceremony and drinks reception.

Also available is a package for up to 2 hours, which covers: music for the ceremony and some of the drinks or the ceremony alone.

If you would like to book CelloUna to make your wedding extra special contact Claire through the links below.

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