Planning the perfect wedding!

Hello!

I'm Jen from Chapter16 weddings and events, I've been asked by the guys at Nightair to write a blog on planning the perfect party! I love to plan weddings and events and it's my pleasure to share some expert advice and planning tips with you all. Here goes...

1) Have a planner! Ok, ok, so I'm biased! But really, having an expert by your side means that you get access to the best suppliers around, tried and tested. I don't push my ideas on anyone, it's your day and I only seek to help you pull together all your ideas as cost effectively as possible. Weddings can be expensive and they really don't need to be. as a good wedding planner saves you money! By using recommended suppliers I always pass on discounts to my clients and never take kick backs.

2) Create a mood board and do the details! The best weddings are personal to the Bride and Groom, full of little details and personal touches that make the day memorable for you and your family and friends. Create a mood board of the colours and detail that you want to have on your day and don't be afraid of a) being different, or b) what other people think! Don't let tradition dictate what you should or should not have. If you want to have Paris Hilton 'Stars are Blind' played at your wedding, you have it! (Just check the DJ has got it first!) Colour schemes, food and entertainment really set the mood to your day. Wedding blogs like www.stylemepretty.com are a great place to start for inspiration.

3) Keep your budget in check! If you want to have lots of wonderful and exciting things at your event you've got to make sure you control that budget. Make a list of everything that you want to have, prioritising your 'must haves'. Careful control of your budget, using the right suppliers (and having a planner!!) will help you to keep the purse strings in check. I love helping clients 'massage' their budget so they can afford things they thought were out the question!

I hope you've enjoyed reading this. I've had the pleasure of working with Nightair at many an event and they really know how to fill a dance floor and have no hesitation in recommending them!

Please do check out my website www.chapter16.co.uk if there is anything I can help you out with!

Jen xx