SUPPLIERS
Planning a wedding involves selecting a wide range of suppliers, each playing a vital role in bringing your vision to life. While suppliers may sit within the same category, their styles, personalities, and approaches can vary significantly. Choosing the right combination is what makes a wedding feel truly personal, and ultimately defines the overall experience for you and your guests.
Your venue sets the tone for the entire day and often dictates styling, logistics, and guest experience. Consider capacity, flow between spaces, and how much décor is truly needed. Historic venues suit classic or romantic styles, while modern spaces work beautifully for clean, contemporary weddings. Always check exclusivity, wet-weather options, and what’s included as standard.
Your photographer captures the story of the day, how it looks and feels. From documentary and relaxed to editorial and fashion-led, it’s important their approach aligns with your personality. Pay attention to how they use light, edit colour, and capture candid moments, as these will shape how you remember your wedding. You'll have your photos for life, so make sure you're confident with your chosen style.
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Florals bring your colour palette and vision to life. From statement installations to subtle table styling, a florist helps define the mood of the day. Look for someone whose portfolio matches your style, whether that’s loose and natural, structured and modern, or abundant and romantic. Seasonality, scale, and reusability across the day are key things to watch. It's very easy to get blown away with huge floral installations, but remember bigger doesn't always mean better.
A stylist brings cohesion to your wedding aesthetic, tying together venue, florals, stationery, and tablescapes. Whether you want understated elegance or high-impact styling, a stylist ensures everything feels intentional and visually aligned with your vision. Many couples now choose to DIY elements of their wedding, but make sure you know how you'll get all of your created components to the wedding, who will set them out and if any additional support is needed.
Video brings movement, sound, and emotion that photos alone can’t. From cinematic highlight films to documentary-style coverage, videographers vary greatly in style and pacing. Consider whether you want something emotional and dramatic or natural and unobtrusive, and check how audio is captured and edited. Many couples biggest regret is not having a video to look back on...make sure it's considered.
Content creators are very nee to the wedding scene but are rising in popularity. They capture behind-the-scenes moments for social media and your camera roll, often delivered within 24–48 hours. Style is usually candid and great for getting those small moments your photographer and videographer may not focus on. Check to make sure they're happy with a content creator, as some may have specific T's&Cs.
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Stationery sets the tone before the day even arrives, from invites to on-the-day signage. It’s an opportunity to introduce your colour palette, typography, and overall style. Consider finishes, legibility, and consistency across pieces to ensure everything feels cohesive. Many couples are going DIY with signage, but make sure you have the materials to execute before committing, or you risk paying 3x over to correct your work.
Live music adds atmosphere and emotion throughout the day. From ceremony strings to acoustic drinks reception sets and high-energy evening bands, musicians shape the flow of the celebration. Think about the vibe you want to bring and what style represents you as a couple. All music needs to be checked with your venue as some have noise limiters that musicians may not be able to work with.
Entertainment elements create memorable moments and elevate the guest experience beyond the traditional format. This could include performers, interactive installations, games, or fireworks. The key is choosing entertainment that complements the overall style of the day rather than distracting from it, and placing it at the right moment in the timeline. I suggest keeping as much a secret from your guests as possible!
Food and drink play a huge role in the overall guest experience, particularly if your venue does not offer in-house catering. In these cases, you’ll need to source your own caterers and bar suppliers, covering everything from menus and staffing to equipment and licensing. Consider service style, dietary requirements, bar flow, and how food and drink fit into the timeline of the day.
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