Wedding inspiration for brides everywhere
The National 
Wedding Show is preparing for another fantastic wedding fair on 1 – 3 October in London then again on 8 – 10 October in Birmingham.
So how about you arrange a fun filled girly day out with your mum and your brides maids, you may even find just what you’re looking for, from florists to that wedding dress.
It was predicted at the start of the recession that the wedding industry would suffer just as much as any other industry. It was suggested that as the recession bites there would be a dip in the number of marriages as couples wouldn’t have the financial stability and job commitments, therefore money would already be strained.
In the US the average cost of a ceremony has fallen for the first time in 10 years, and wedding planners are offering worried and desperate brides tips on how to cut their wedding bill, but still have the wedding they have always dreamed of.
However here is the UK the credit crunch is leading to’ record numbers of young couples getting married’ say the Daily Mail , and it is said to be that a lot of people are looking for security in a time of of financial uncertainty. Some wedding venues are said to have had a ’70% increase in business over the last year’!
This may be so for wedding venues, but what about other wedding vendors out there, brides are are turning more and more to DIY or cheaper alternative method seven getting friends and family to help out to save money.
I would be very interested to here from some wedding vendors out there on how you feel the has the recession affected the Wedding Industry? Especially you and your businesses.
The traditional role of the father of the bride is to walk you down the aisle and give you away at the ceremony, and for most dads this will be more than enough for him to do! But if your dad wants a bit more involvement, here are a few things that he may be able to do.
Your Mother is your best friend especially when it comes to wedding planning, providing you get on and she has a lot of time to help! She will be there to help you make all the important decisions, and give you advice and support when you hit a rocky patch.
The role of the mother of the bride can consist of the following tasks.
Your Mother doesn’t have to do all these jobs, sit down with her and discuss which jobs you are both happy for her to do!
The best man must be chosen by the groom and will usually be a brother or best friend, it is a job that requires a lot of responsibility, so they must be up for the job! Remember it is the grooms decision so trust his judgment.
Here are the main duties of the Best Man:
The role of the best man is a big responsibility but the most important job role is to be there for the groom and give him as much support as needed.
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The Wedding Ideas Blog is trying to put together a list of top 20 first dance songs and would love to here from all of you on your thoughts. Tell us what you chose for your first dance at your wedding or planning to use for your up and coming wedding. Share and Enjoy: