JEWEL IN THE CROWN

The jewel in the crown Finishing touches to complete your day

No doubt your planning checklist will already feature most of the all-important elements that immediately spring to mind the moment anyone says “wedding.” You’ve got your venue, flowers, cake, photographer, attire, catering, and so on. But it’s those extra special finishing touches that’ll make your personalities shine through and make this celebration of your love one that everyone present will remember forever. The even better news? These added touches don’t need to break to bank! We reached out to the county’s talented suppliers for their most creative ideas, sure to inspire you. “Suspended decor hanging from the ceiling provides an extravagant and unexpected ambience, offering something different in addition to the traditional centrepieces.” – Michelle Fisher, Blue Sky China and Bunting

“Dare to be different on your wedding day with these pretty and cute floral handbags. Perfect for keeping your lipstick and tissues close by as well as a beautiful keepsake.” – Linsey Sinclair, Stag Cottage Flowers

“It’s the smaller details from floral hair pieces to table settings and welcome boards that bring a wonderful coherence to your day. Finishing touches add extra special elements both creating memories and continuing family traditions.” – Elizabeth Morgan, Bizzy Lizzy Flowers “Add a floral or draped backdrop behind the top table to turn it into a focal point with a touch of elegance. It can then be moved after the wedding breakfast and used as a background for guest selfies.” – Marcus and Daniel Kyte-Collings, KC Weddings & Events

“Keep your guests germ free with a sanitising station.” – Mercedes Gale, 4 Ya Party

“Using all of your space is the key to creating the wow factor. Hanging installations are the perfect way to enclose your guests in an enchanting atmosphere.” – Michelle, Blue Sky China and Bunting

“Garden games keep your guests cheerfully entertained while you’re off having your photos taken.” – Mercedes, 4 Ya Party

“I like to ask if there are favourite flowers, colours or fragrances significant to the couple. Perhaps they offer a reminder of family members past and present, thus including them in the wedding day. A family heirloom, such as a brooch on your bouquet or mini photo pendant of loved ones can add a special finishing touch.” – Elizabeth, Bizzy Lizzy Flowers

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“I love adding coordinating ribbon detail to the bride’s bouquet, wedding party buttonieres and corsages as these are often captured in the photos.” – Elizabeth, Bizzy Lizzy Flowers “Remind your guests to enjoy the day phone free with an unplugged sign.” – Mercedes, 4 Ya Party

“If you’re keen not to leave out a very special furry member of the family on your big day, hire a wedding chaperone service offering you the peace of mind that comes with knowing your beloved pet is in safe hands and sharing the experience with you as you say ‘I do.’” – Sarah King, Kings Pet Services

“This piano-top table plan was created as a rustic, sustainable, economical touch with a bit of a wow factor at a fraction of the cost of a large printed plan.” – Anna Robinson, AnnieV “Chivari chairs are already stylish, so it’s a shame to completely cover them. Instead, enchance them with a drape or sash and secure with your favourite bloom to complement the floral displays.” – Marcus and Daniel, KC Weddings & Events

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“Slippers and blankets keep your guests cosy and comfy all night through.” – Mercedes, 4 Ya Party

“Table flowers too can accommodate added detail. Perhaps seasonal fruit, the use of unusual vessels or ontrend geometric shapes – these all reflect your personal style while providing a talking point.” – Elizabeth, Bizzy Lizzy Flowers “This couple wanted to have an order of the day to display, so we found an old pallet, stripped off the legs and hand-painted it. A great finishing touch so that guests know where they need to be and when.” – Anna, AnnieV

CONTACT OUR EXPERTS

4 Ya Party, www.4yaparty.co.uk AnnieV, www.annieventures.com Bizzy Lizzy Flowers, https://bizzylizzyflowers.co.uk Blue Sky China and Bunting, https://blueskybunting.co.uk KC Weddings & Events, www.kcweddingsandevents.co.uk Kings Pet Services, https://kingspetservices.co.uk Stag Cottage Flowers, www.facebook.com/stagcottageflowersbylinsey