To MC or not to MC? So, you’re planning your wedding. YAY YOU! One of the biggest decisions you have to make is whether or not to have someone MC your wedding. No...a different MC (come on that joke was just WAITING to be used). We’re talking about a Master of...
As a cool, hip, young, fun wedding planner, I consider it my duty to guide couples through their wedding planning journey in the simplest way possible. And one of the ways I like to do this is by busting the crap out of common misconceptions in the wedding industry....
Us? Writing a blog about Honeymoon Hotspots? HEY! Someone's gotta do it! We've been asked on several occasions to help, weigh-in or recommend honeymoon destinations for our couples because 1) we're obsessed with travel, 2) we love asking our couples about their...
Feeling a bit stuck on your wedding ceremony readings? We get it! It can be hard to put into words everything you want to capture on the day. And many of our couples are not bound to religion or specific beliefs, which can make it even trickier! Here is a list of...
Choosing the right wedding attire is a significant decision for any bride. Whether you're aiming for classic elegance, bohemian charm, or contemporary chic, we've gathered the latest bridal fashion trends to help you find your perfect wedding look. Your wedding day is...
I hear from lots of Brides who say "we don't need a wedding day coordinator because our venue is providing one", and then they realised too late that their venue coordinator is not really coordinating everything for their day. Here are the major differences between...
Wedding party favours, or bonbonniere are wedding traditions as old as time. Providing your guests (many of whom have travelled from afar) with a gift is a lovely gesture. These guests may have spent money on a new outfit, taken time out of their week or weekends, and...
Ahh wedding traditions. Some are fun, some are corny, and some are downright expensive. There are so many, and it can sometimes feel a little overwhelming thinking you have to include them all. But you know what? You don’t! It’s your day, and there’s no such thing as...
Wow wow wow! What an amazing week we’ve had here at Hire a Bridesmaid! It’s been a rollercoaster of fun, excitement, joy, strategy and no-sleep, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Watch me on Sunrise here. When I started this business 4 years ago, I knew the name...
If you've started planning your wedding already, you'll understand the huge task ahead of you. If you haven't, even better. Beloved Brides all around the world can suffer from Bride Brain - yes it's a real thing! Bride Brain is what happens when months and months of...
A successful wedding day comes down to preparation and communication. Being adequately prepared to manage suppliers, vendors, timelines, and budgets is key to a successful wedding day production. (Yes, we just referred to your wedding day as a production, because,...
It goes without saying that 2020 was not a great time to be getting married. Yes, there are still many MANY happy couples who managed to enjoy their wedding in 2020, but from March until December last year, weddings were overshadowed by the virus...