Your wedding day is likely to be one of the most significant events in your life, and the wedding vendors you choose to book and trust play a crucial role in bringing your vision to life. While most wedding professionals are talented, reliable, and genuinely care about your big day, there are unfortunately some who fall well short of expectations.
After speaking with thousands of couples as a celebrant and hearing both triumph and horror stories on our Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning podcast, we've compiled the 5 most common red flags to watch out for when hiring your wedding dream team.
Spotting these warning signs early can save you from a lot of stress, disappointment, and potentially, a lot of money too.
Gone are the days when wedding success was measured by the number of guests you host. Couples are embracing the "less is more" philosophy with open arms, trading in 100+ family and friends for more intimate gatherings that pack a serious emotional punch. Micro-weddings, typically defined as celebrations with 50 or fewer guests, have evolved from a pandemic necessity to the intentional first choice for modern couples everywhere.
But what's driving this shift toward smaller celebrations? Is it just about saving money, or is there something else going on? At Unbridely, we've witnessed this transformation firsthand, and we're here to break down why these pocket-sized parties are creating such massive waves in the wedding world.
What if I told you there's a way to make your ceremony as unique and as vibrant and as deep and as weird and quirky as your relationship? Today I'm digging into the world of non-traditional wedding readings.
Forget the same old scripture passages (unless that's your jam, in which case there's nothing to see here) I want to talk about poems that speak to your soul and make your heart skip a beat. Song lyrics that make you cry, and even quotes from your favourite TV show or movie that make you feel stuff.
How do you start a name change after marriage?
What are your name change options?
What sort of identification do you need to change your name?
Did you know that it takes the average person who DIYs their name change 8 hours to do the research, paperwork, emails, letters and all the admin needed? And depending on where you live, the options you have for changing your last name after marriage and the process for each company, institution or membership to enact that change, can differ as well.
Genevieve Dennis from Easy Name Change has been helping newlyweds save hours while changing their names for 15 years now and I’m excited for her to share her extensive global knowledge with you.
Here are Gen’s top 9 pro tips for changing your name after marriage more quickly and with less stress!
One of the most crucial and smartest decisions you can make at the start of your wedding planning is to invest a little of your time in choosing and setting up a personal wedding website. And it’s not just your guests who’ll benefit from it.
While the best wedding websites can definitely make it easier for your family and friends to access all of the information they need any time they need it, the more advanced ones will also help you plan every last detail of your special day more efficiently (i.e. less hours and cash spent by you) and with a lot less duplication of contact details, RSVP frustration and confusion all ‘round.
Even though it’s a romantic throwaway line (“we should just elope”) it’s the compromise factor is where many couples come unstuck. It’s when the unending questions, both internal and external, and the FOMO gets real as you play out the real-life consequences of eloping.
At Unbridely, we believe, with some forethought, clever planning and choosing the best wedding vendors for you, that your elopement can absolutely be everything you need it to be and more.
And for your nearest and dearest, you can reveal your news to them in a way that makes them feel respected as well.
Every extra year after your wedding day, your memories are going to fade just that little bit more.
And your recollection of how things looked and felt, who attended and what you ate are all likely to become a little less crisp as time passes.
To have an heirloom quality wedding photo album within easy reach is as much for you now as your family in the future. Because deep down we know that our photos kept on a USB or hard drive collecting dust in a drawer will not be looked at 10 years from now.
In this simple 5 step guide, we will share the secrets to crafting a stunning wedding photo album that not only captures your most-loved memories of the day but also reflects your unique love story.
While tradition and custom have played large roles in dictating what a couple does and who’s been involved in the past, many modern couples are now questioning common expectations and creating their own ways of arriving and starting their wedding ceremonies.
If you've been wondering what a wedding processional is all about, why there has to be a wedding processional, and how it works in different settings, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s everything you need to know, including who walks down the aisle first in a gay wedding.
Let's dive right in!
One of the most exciting, and sometimes nail-biting, parts of planning your wedding will be deciding who will be in your bridal party (just the girls) or wedding party (if you choose a mix of your fav people).
While some couples have known since kindergarten who will be in their wedding party, others are making choices based on practicality, budget, distance, how many guests will be invited and the formality of their plans. There's a lot to consider!
Once you've finally landed on your people, if you're struggling with the perfect way to propose to your future bridesmaids, groomsmen or wedding party, we’re here to help!
Your wedding dress (or bridal suit, jumpsuit, wedding bikini) is likely to be one of the most expensive outfits you’ll ever wear and making decisions about the styles you like, the colour you prefer and length that will work for you can seem exhausting.
And this is before you even start the search for the place where you’ll find such a magical gown!
