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Here is a selection of Q&As from An Essex Wedding magazine whether it be about flowers, hair and makeup, fashion, wedding themes, health & beauty, cakes, stationery, legal advice. If you would like your question answered by our experts, please email it to editor@anessex.wedding
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Planned To Perfection
| Q | We're having a large wedding with a variety of different ages from toddlers to adults. How do we make sure the day goes off without a hitch with so many people to try and please? |
| A | Joanne Alexander says: Planning a large wedding that pleases a diverse group of guests requires careful consideration and thoughtful organisation. Think about... 1. Entertainment: Ensure there's something for everyone. Set up a kids area with activities such as colouring books, toys, and perhaps a hired babysitter or entertainer. For adults, consider a mix of live music, a DJ, and a quiet lounge area for conversations. 2. Food options: Offer a variety of food to cater to different tastes and dietary needs. A buffet with diverse options can be ideal. Consider having a kids menu with simpler dishes. 3. Comfort: Make sure the venue is accessible and comfortable for all ages. Provide seating options that cater to both elderly guests and parents with young children. Ensure there's shade or heating, depending on the weather. 4. Schedule: Plan the day with a well-thought-out schedule that includes breaks. Keep speeches and formalities concise to maintain engagement. Ensure there's downtime for socialising and relaxation. 5. Communication: Clearly communicate the schedule, venue layout, and any special arrangements in advance. This helps guests know what to expect and plan accordingly. 6. Personal touches: Small personal touches, like welcome bags with essentials and goodies for different age groups, can make guests feel appreciated and catered to. 7. Don't stress: Consider hiring a professional on-the-day coordinator to do all the scheduling of the day to ensure the day runs smoothly and checks everything and everyone is catered for, and nothing is missed. By considering the needs and preferences of all age groups, you can create a wedding day that everyone enjoys and remembers fondly. |
Joanne Alexander, Moments Like This Weddings
Let It Flow
| Q | I absolutely love the look of a champagne tower. How can I coordinate this on the day without it being a total disaster? |
| A | Lorna Perrin says: My top tips to the question about how to coordinate a champagne pour on a wedding day are: Selecting correct glassware: Use coupe glasses, they're wide and shallow; ideal for creating a stable and visually appealing tower. Ensure glasses are clean and free of any chips. Use chilled glasses: Chill the glasses in advance so the champagne stays cold once poured. Practice: Have a practice run before the big day to determine the number of glasses needed. This will help avoid any mishaps during the actual event. The base: The stability of the tower is essential to prevent any accidents. If you're having a tipi/marquee wedding where flooring is provided by a hire company, ensure it's entirely flat before building. If unsteady, have a wedding coordinator build the tower elsewhere or right before the pour. Technique: All the best champagne towers are square in style; if you do this correctly, four glasses touching will create a diamond shape in the middle - key to creating a sturdy foundation. The pour: Slowly pour from the top; tilting the bottle to prevent excessive foam and spillage. Team effort: Consider having multiple people pour simultaneously to speed up the process; maintaining the stability. Capture the moment: Have a photographer or videographer ready to capture the magical moment |
Lorna Perrin, Lorna Marie Events
