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Plan your engagement party. Discuss your budget with your parents or look up tips on saving for a wedding. Think about themes and colours for your wedding. Start your guest list. Choose wedding rings. Meet with and book your wedding officiant or clergyman. Select a date and reserve your ceremony and reception site. Check availability of places to stay for guests. Hire a wedding consultant if you’re using one. Choose bridesmaids, groomsmen and ushers. Meet photographers, florists, caterers and entertainment.

10 months to go

Order your wedding dress and accessories. Get a Pinterest account and search for lots of inspiration. Plan your honeymoon (book any jabs you need and check passport dates!) Arrange wedding transport. If you’re planning on making anything start doing it now. Order your invitations and plan your order of service. Buy bridesmaid dresses. Book wedding night hotel. Arrange venue decor.

6 months to go

Organise a hen party / stag do. Finalise all details with your photographers, florists, caterers and entertainment. Send out your invites. Purchase any presents for your parents and attendees. Select groom’s tuxedo and book your hire or buy attire for groomsmen. Write your vows. Order wedding favours for your guests. Choose outfits for Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom. Check marriage licence requirements. Start thinking about your favourite music for the party. Purchase wedding lingerie.

1 month to go

Plan a surprise, present or note for your partner for when they are getting ready without you on the morning of your wedding. Meet with your hairdresser and make up artist for a consultation. Book manicure, pedicure and spa treatment to relax. Break in your shoes. Buy a guest book.

1 week to go

Give final guest count to reception venue and caterer. Start packing for your honeymoon. Make sure everything fits! Send you wedding announcement to the JEP. Write any cheques required for the wedding day. Arrange for wedding gifts to be transported to your home.

1 day to go

As Frankie says... RELAX. Have fun with your friends and family who have come over early. Start getting snap happy. Ensure your overnight bag is packed and delivered to your hotel. Speak to your attendants - check everyone knows what they need to do and when.

After the wedding

Make a gift list and send out your thank you notes. Make sure everything is sorted out for your name change. Send wedding cake to anyone who couldn’t make the wedding.

Bella Fiori

A boutique florist shop at the top of town, with over 26 years’ experience within the industry. We cater to all areas of floristry including orders for everyday occasions, plants, gifts, events, funerals, and weddings. If you require any assistance with any of these, please get in touch, we will be too happy to help you. Shop 5 Colomberie Parade , La Colomberie, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 4QA

01534 528080 www.bellafiori.je

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Ceremonies With Lynsey

I’m a qualified (NOCN L3 Celebrancy Dip.) and authorised civil celebrant creating and delivering personalised services for legal weddings, wedding and civil partnership celebrations, commitment and wedding vow renewal ceremonies. With a civil ceremony, you can have your own wording and personal promises (in addition to legal vows) so it’s more special and memorable. A script is created with you and afterwards there’s a keepsake copy. Poetry, prose, music, symbolic actions and cultural/family traditions can all feature and anything is possible…

T: 07797 779190 | www.ceremonieswithlynsey

FB: /ceremonieswithlynsey

E: ceremonieswithlynsey@gmail.com

Classic Hire

Why not add a vintage dimension to your wedding with a VW camper van or a fine classic car. Enhance the memories and photographs of your special day with our unique transport. The groom and best man can arrive at the ceremony, top down, in a classic 1960s Triumph sports, or why not arrive with all your brides’ maids in a Split screen camper van. All our cars are self-drive so you can use them as you wish to fulfil your vision for that special day.

01534 864118

Enquiries@leriche.com www.jerseyclassichire.com

JERSEY CLASSIC HIRE.COM

Hoops and Glitter

Add sparkle and fun to your special day. Whether a festival themed wedding, entertaining the children or something unique to entertain your guests. We run have-a-go hooping workshops to get your guests up and laughing or wow your guests with walkabout hooping entertainment or performances with our LED or fire hoops in the evening. Our biodegradable Glitter bar can be hired alongside the hoops or as a standalone offering glitter tattoos or face glitter.

07797792973 | Email hello@hoopsandglitter.je

Website hoopsandglitter.je

Instagram hoopsandglitter

L.J.Events

L.J.Events can create a truly special and individual day for you, we offer entertainment sourcing and management - local and UK - plus creative lighting solutions to enhance the venue and grounds; full sound-systems for speeches, bands and DJs; we have a stock of dance floors, bars, LED cubes, props, plus an LED video-wall. We will guide you through all aspects of your wedding and tailor it to suit your budget.

Martin: 07700 808448

Office: 01534 880825 info@ljevents-services.co.uk

Oasis Hair Salon

We are a boutique salon where clients can enjoy a one to one service in a unique and relaxing atmosphere. Specialist in wedding hair, colouring, cutting and the brilliant Great Lengths hair extensions. Every bride on her wedding day shows a true reflection of herself through her hair. Contact Kayleigh at Oasis Hair Salon to arrange your consultation and start preparing for your special day.

kayholl@gmail.com

01534 728 200

The Ommaroo Hotel

Let the experienced events team at the Ommaroo Hotel help you host your dream wedding. Licensed to hold Civil ceremonies, the Ommaroo offers a range of event spaces for 20 to 160 guests, including a large private garden. Easy beach access for photography, coupled with free onsite parking, make this St Helier location a great choice. Contact our events team today to start planning your dream wedding at the Ommaroo Hotel. Plus, ask about guest accommodation offers!

www.ommaroo.com

T: 01534 723493

E: events@ommaroohotel.com www.PaulWatsonPhotography.com

An Exchange of Vows and a Lifetime of Commitment Captured for Eternity.

Whatever your plans are for your wedding I am here to support you with your photography needs, whether you are planning an intimate celebration with close family and friends or something more lavish, I would love to discuss your special day and how I can assist with your photography needs.

Paul@PaulWatsonPhotography.com Tel: 07797910805

Wonderlands hello@wonderlands.je www.wonderlands.je @wonderlands_styling

We are the wedding styling studio that crafts memories of a lifetime. We create our designs with love and attention to capture your story as a couple. From stunning stationery and Instagrammable signage, rare and unusual props and luxury fabrics, we add the beautiful touches that make your big day as unique as you are. Take the stress out of the dress in the skilled hands of professional stylists all wrapped up in one bridal bundle that includes design, styling and prop hire.