WEDDING HACKS WITH THE WEDDING EXPO

Wedding Hacks …… Solved

Wondering if there are any clever ways to cut costs without skimping on your wedding style? Or how to do the seating plan? And what if you wake up on the day with puffy eyes and a pimple? I was glad my friends from the Wedding Expo sent me these interesting wedding hacks from the most recent issue of the Wedding Inspirations magazine.

GETTING THE WEDDING PREPARATION UNDERWAY:

·         Go to The Wedding Expo and you’ll find many of the industry’s top florists, caterers, photographers and wedding planners under one roof. You’ll also discover wedding venues and see the latest bridal fashion and decor trends. Take your mom and bridesmaids with you and make a fun day out of it. (Be at the Ticketpro Dome on the 26th  & 27th  August 2017 ).

·         If your budget doesn’t cater for an independent planner, check if venues have an in-house coordinator who can help you on the day. A good idea is to also appoint a go-to person for the actual day and indicate him/her to all your suppliers and vendors.

·         Unless you’re related to Martha Stewart or you’re the most relaxed bride-to-be on the planet, then you should seriously consider hiring a wedding coordinator. You want to revel in the build-up to your big day and walk down the aisle feeling confident and carefree, not harassed and haggard.(I know all about this feeling, I need a coordinator ASAP).

·         Register at store and online gift registries for ease and convenience, but check the return and exchange policies. Don’t assume anything. Read the fine print.

·         Create Pinterest boards to share with your wedding vendors to show them exactly the mood and feel you’re looking for. Show your photographer specific examples of wedding poses you like. (Used Pinterest for the Bridal shower and it turned out beautiful)

·         Set up a personal website to share all your wedding information. You can include details on your venue, gift registry, nearby hotels and things to do in the area for out-of-town guests. Use your site to invite guests to pre- and post-wedding events and give them specifics, such as the weather at that time of year.

·         Create a new email address so you can keep track of wedding-related queries, quotes and online RSVPs. Keep a wedding book of to-do lists or download a wedding planning app with helpful tips and checklists.(Love the wedding planning apps and my to do journal which notes all my bride associated appointments)

·         Social media is one of the most contentious issues bridal couples face in the digital world, and it’s completely your choice whether to use it or not. But think of it like this: if you have a wedding hashtag, you can look at your guests’ photos in one convenient place from the moment you wake up as husband and wife. You can also use your hashtag for wedding related events such as your hen party and rehearsal dinner. (Love this idea #LailaWedsNabeel)

The Wedding Expo

Date:     26 & 27 August 2017

Time:     9am to 5pm

Venue: Ticketpro Dome, Northgate

Cost:    R120 per person

What to expect:

1.       Find your dream dress at the fashion show at 11am and 3pm! You will see examples of gorgeous gowns with a range of prices.

2.       Put your name down for the free Wedding Planning Master Classes at 12 o’clock to hear talks on wedding planning, bridal gowns, make up and more!

3.       Choose your favourite wedding cake at the Cake Challenge with Huletts SA competition and go into the draw to win a to-die-for hamper from Huletts SA!

4.       Make your way to the Win a Wedding competition and enter the draw to win a R75 000 wedding at Everwood Country Weddings, which will save you time and money with your wedding planning.

5.       Take a break from wedding planning at the Valdo Prosecco Bubbly Bar located at the heart of the expo where you can make plans in style over a glass of Valdo Prosecco.

6.       Check out the Kenya Tourism Board stand to enter the competition to win a honeymoon!

Win tickets with Dramatic Dollhouse and The Wedding Expo to enter follow both The Wedding Expo & Laila2325. On the competition post tag the friend you would like to take with you to the wedding Expo this weekend. Get your friend to follow both accounts too. Winners announced on Friday at 4:30 P.M