Hosting your wedding in London is one of the best ways to enjoy your special day surrounded by incredible sights and amazing people, so it is no surprise that so many brides strive to throw a London wedding that they and their guests will never forget.
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Because London is so big and has so much to offer, though, it can become overwhelming during your wedding planning process. Continue reading for a few tips that will help you book the London wedding of your dreams.
Book Your Wedding Venue First
There are plenty of wedding venues that you can visit throughout London, but you should narrow your choices down to London wedding venues that will give you everything that you desire, especially when it comes to space for your guests, décor, and the menu that will be served.
Doing a bit of research online will yield plenty of results, whether you want to have your ceremony at the venue or you plan on getting married elsewhere and just using the venue for your reception afterward. No matter which venue you decide upon, though, make sure it is infused with London glamour that your guests won’t forget.
Set Your Date for a Weekday and/or the Off-Season
If you have a lot of money, you can choose any venue in London and book it for any day that you choose. But if you want to save some money, you should book your wedding for a Sunday or a weekday. You will still be able to enjoy everything that your venue has to offer, but you will have more money left to spend on other elements of your big day, such as your entertainment or your dress.
In the same way, if you want to save even more money, book during the off-season, which is late autumn and winter, or October through March. Even though the weather will be cooler in the autumn, for example, you can still enjoy an outdoor wedding with an incredible backdrop of colourful leaves. And winter weddings can be surprisingly luxurious and cosy.
Book a Talented Photographer
A talented photographer will be able to document every important detail of your big day that you don’t want to forget, so take the time to look through several photographers’ portfolios until you find the right one that is within your style and your budget.
Make sure this photographer is also willing to head out into the city with you so that you can take advantage of all of the amazing backdrops provided by the most famous landmarks throughout it. The right photographer will know exactly how to budget his or her time so that you can get the photos that you desire without having to miss out on spending time with your guests at your reception.
By keeping these easy tips in mind, you can book the ideal venue for your London wedding and then set all of your other details into place so that your special day will be truly unforgettable and absolutely beautiful.