Why ‘do what you want!’ is harder than you think
Claire Bowman Claire Bowman

Why ‘do what you want!’ is harder than you think

The second you’re engaged, the unwanted opinions and advice begin. Including the ever-unhelpful ‘just do what YOU want!

But how do you know what that is, if you’ve never planned a wedding before? Start by building up that resilience to other people’s opinions, advice from social media, and time pressure from wedding professionals – you’ll need to! Then, take some time to talk through what really matters to each of you…

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Destination Weddings: an honest reflection
Claire Bowman Claire Bowman

Destination Weddings: an honest reflection

Getting married abroad can be a wonderful way to nearly always guarantee sunshine, and it’s often a great way of getting more wedding for your money! But there are some big things to consider before sealing the deal.

So, start with asking yourself who your wedding is for

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Celebrant or Registrar: Three key differences that matter
Claire Bowman Claire Bowman

Celebrant or Registrar: Three key differences that matter

I often get asked by couples about the differences between Celebrants and Registrars. As a Celebrant, I obviously have a bias, but for many couples Registrars provide the perfect service.

So here are the main three things you need to consider to make your choice.

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