Getting your wedding invitation wording just right can feel like a challenge. The sheer amount of advice online is daunting! Which “complete guide to wedding invitation wording” is best? Are wedding invitations worded differently in the UK to the US? And which variation of wedding invitation etiquette will fit your family circumstances? If this all feels like an impossible task, I’m here to help. I’m a wedding stationery designer and calligrapher, and I’ve been advising couples on wording their invitations for well over a decade. Things have changed recently, and the loveliest trend in wedding invites is authenticity. Here’s everything you need to know.
A guest blog by Karen Hackman, Finance Coach for Couples
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Planning your wedding should be an exciting and joyful experience, but with so many details to consider, it can quickly become overwhelming.
This guide is designed to simplify the process, breaking it down into clear, manageable steps so you can plan your dream wedding with confidence. Whether you’re opting for a DIY approach or just want to stay organised, this blog covers everything from budgeting and guest lists to choosing the perfect venue and creating lasting memories.
Read on to make wedding planning stress-free and fun!
Choosing the perfect engagement ring is such an exciting moment, but it can also feel overwhelming. With endless styles, settings, and gemstones available, it’s easy to get lost in the options. That’s why doing research can make all the difference as it helps you discover designs you love, find inspiration, and make sure the ring you choose truly reflects your partner’s style.
The right resources can make the search exciting, and there are plenty of social platforms filled with engagement ring inspiration and wedding inspiration to help you along the way.
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In my 15 years of writing about weddings, I’ve learned that the cost of a destination wedding depends very much on location, guest lists and styling. But in all of that time I’ve never had a detailed insight into all of the factors which can affect costs of getting married abroad. Today, that changed! I’ve been reading a fabulous article by Michelle Jacobs (luxury destination wedding planner) which really explains everything you should consider when you’re weighing up the relative costs of UK or destination weddings. (Read How much do destination weddings cost? The 7 deciding factors here.)
Would it surprise you to know I often choose the weddings I feature based on a groom’s outfit? Of course I look for styling details and amazing flowers and dresses and decor – but if I see a groom wearing a fabulously fitting, bespoke tailored or really individual suit then I just know the entire wedding will be a beauty.
I do think grooms are overlooked by the wedding media. That’s unfair: not all weddings have a bride. And when they do, why is it the norm for brides to spend thousands on their outfits, and grooms only a fraction of that?!* Happily I’ve seen lots of weddings this last year with amazingly dressed grooms who’ve been equally as committed to planning their weddings as brides!
