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A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of love, and it should be a truly unforgettable experience for both you and your guests. To make your special day even more remarkable, consider incorporating the five senses into your plans. By appealing to sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell, you can create a sensory symphony that will […]

‘The five senses’ is not a phrase that is uncommon. We often hear people refer to these senses in our everyday lives. However, in the wedding industry, you would come across this phrase many more times. For those who may not know, the five senses are vision, hearing, touch, smell and taste. It is through […]

In a world where opulent weddings often grace the glossy pages of numerous bridal magazines and social media, many couples dream of a lavish celebration to mark their special day. Usually, such weddings have a hefty price tag. However, achieving a luxury wedding doesn’t have to translate to emptying your pockets. Even top luxury planners […]

Island Art and Taste 5 Star Venue Athens Planning and successfully executing a destination wedding is not always smooth sailing. However, through the figurative and literal storms, Dami and Martin had a beautiful celebration of their Union! If we were to describe our experience with the Spooner wedding in 1 sentence, we would choose ‘all  […]

Planning a wedding can be an exhilarating and joyous experience, but it often comes with a hefty price tag.  However, there are practical ways to save money without sacrificing your dream day. In this blog post, we will use some popular questions and statements to explore five creative and budget-friendly tips to help you plan a […]

Braxted Park Estate stunning Georgian Mansion in Essex Braxted Park Estate set the scene for the union of our lovely couple, Melissa and Kobina. With its expansive greenery and perfectly manicured lawns, it is the perfect place to host any magical event. Avid fans of the hit Netflix series ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’ would […]

The Amara 5 Star Hotel in Limassol  This hotel is one of the most exclusive locations in Cyprus to say your wedding vows. This seaside hotel  is all you would ever need to have an unforgettable experience! It served as the perfect stage for a beautiful spring wedding for Mandy and Okezie. A Fairytale Love […]

Hedsor House 4 Star Country house in Buckinghamshire There are many words used to describe  what ‘love’ is. To some, ‘love’ is a fiery sensation that consumes you all over whilst to others, love is a soft, cosy and delicate feeling. It all depends on who you ask!  Moreover, in the context of  Ronke and […]

Firstly, Congratulations on your engagement! We know you’re probably overwhelmed with all the emotions and mushy feelings right now, Breathe… The next question would naturally be ‘what comes next?’. Therefore, we have put together this blog of a simplified step-by step process  of wedding planning to steer you in the right direction. We are strong […]

One of the easiest ways to categorise wedding planning is to think of it from the perspective of ‘What to do’ and ‘what not to do’. Therefore, we have put together a list of some of the key areas/scenarios  to consider when planning a wedding.  It is important to also clarify that the majority of […]