How to make your big day extra-special

The wedding festivities start long before the big day – from the moment the engagement ring is put on, it’s “go go go” for planning and preparation.

And finding the perfect venues, boutiques and shops to help make it a day to remember (for the right reasons) is so important.

We have all heard the horror stories about weddings gone wrong, from photographers who can’t take a straight picture to venues that are woefully under-prepared.

That’s why finding the right places to hold the wedding and reception, buy the dress or groom’s outfit and kit out relatives is all-important.

There are so many options out there, so start by writing a list of everything that needs to be arranged for the wedding. Then go online and look up highly-rated places you can visit for each item. Get the addresses then head out and visit them – it’s the best way to get a feel for the business and see for yourself what they can do for the wedding.

Organising the wedding and the outfits can also be a great way to bring important people together before the big day. Bridesmaids and groomsmen can make mini-occasions out of kilt or suit-buying, or dress-shopping.

A bit of lunch, with some bubbly thrown in, can make the day extra-special, and the moment you see the bride in the dress will be one you will never forget.

Many retailers know this and will work hard to provide exceptional customer service and a fun atmosphere, while trying to find that perfect item.

From head to toe and start to finish, you are looking for fantastic quality of service and product in all areas of the wedding.

So making sure that you work with the right people will save you a lot of time and headaches before, during and after the big day.