Sydney Wedding Top Tips ~ How to Plan Your 'Big Day'

Sydney Wedding List ~ Once Upon a Time...

1. It's really important to stay connected as a couple, amid the chaos, making sure you make time for each other! ~ The Wedding is only One Day in your Life!

2. Create a Timeline that has lots of flexibility - from booking your venue to finalising the guest list.  Have a realistic schedule will help you reduce 'last minute panic'.

3. Guest List & Invitations Who to invite, how to invite them.  It is a bit of a puzzle of love, logistics and diplomacy

4. Securing the Venue The backdrop to your love story. Locking this in early sets the tone for everything else.

5. Finding your Celebrant! - It's important to find someone who 'fits with you!'  Legal & Ceremonial Details Don’t forget the paperwork! Marriage licenses, officiants, and vows all need attention.

6. Attire & Styling  from the dress to the suit to the shoes and accessories. You will have to organise 'fittings' as well.

7. Catering &The Cake  Most venues will have tastings, as part of your booking.

 8. Have you thought about a 'Wet Weather' plan - If you are getting married in a park - does it also have some cover?

 9. Music & Entertainment Whether it’s a string quartet or a DJ, this sets the emotional rhythm of your day.

 10.Photography & Videography Capturing the moments you’ll relive for decades. Choose someone who sees your story.

 11. Flowers & Decor The aesthetic soul of your celebration. It’s where your vision comes to life.

 12. Managing Social Media & Communication from, hashtags to digital RSVPs, tech plays a role, just don’t let it steal the spotlight.

 13.Self-Care & Sanity Checks Massages, date nights.  You deserve joy during the planning, not just after.

14. Budgeting & Payments Love may be priceless, but weddings aren’t. Keeping track of costs helps avoid stress later.

 15.Gifts & Registries A chance to dream about your future home - Don't forget charities!

 If you have managed most of this - then Congratulations! 

You can also have a beautiful wedding in a park with no fuss ~ and a restaurant later to celebrate with your family!

Wedding Eqituette

There was a time when wedding etiquette danced around simple questions: What should a guest wear? Should you bring a gift or contribute to a wishing well?  And the ever-delicate matter of the plus one, if you're only three dates in, perhaps love can wait for the next celebration.

But in this modern fairytale, even the most offline hearts must acknowledge the role of social media. Whether you're a hopeless romantic or a digital minimalist, the online world has woven itself into the fabric of our love stories.

For the Couple Getting Married!

Before the first petal falls or the champagne bubbles rise, take a moment to dream together. Decide what kind of magic you want to create, whether it's moonlit elegance or barefoot bliss. Sharing your vision early, with gentle clarity, sets the tone and invites your guests into the story you're telling. It may feel like you're planning for moments not yet written, but love thrives in intention. And with a little forethought, you’ll avoid those awkward plot twists and keep the romance flowing.

For the cherished guests...

Every love story is unique, and so is the way it wishes to be shared. If you know the couple well, you’ll likely sense their rhythm, do they delight in holiday selfies and sprinkle their days with status updates? Then chances are, they’ll welcome your digital celebration with open arms.

The Art of Waiting for your Photos

The art of waiting...

In a world that moves at the speed of a swipe, the wait for wedding photos may feel like a throwback to another time. The delay isn’t a forgotten tradition; it’s a modern love letter written in pixels and perfected with care.

Today’s photographers are not just capturing moments, they’re crafting memories. Each image is chosen with intention, edited with precision, and polished until it glows with the magic of your day. This process, though invisible, is deeply romantic. It’s the quiet work that happens long after the last dance, ensuring that every glance, every tear, every kiss is preserved in its most beautiful form.

Why the wait is worth it...

Post-production is a labor of love: Photographers spend countless hours selecting and refining the best images to tell your story with elegance and emotion.

A sea of memories: Weddings often yield thousands of photos, each one a heartbeat of the day. Sorting through them is no small feat.

Masterful editing: From lighting adjustments to artistic enhancements, the editing process is intricate and time-consuming.

A full calendar: Photographers juggle multiple love stories at once, balancing their craft with other commitments.

Perfection takes time: The goal isn’t speed—it’s timeless beauty. Your album is a keepsake, not a rush job.

What to expect...

• Sneak peeks: Many photographers offer a handful of preview images within days or weeks, a sweet taste of what’s to come.

• Full album delivery: The complete collection may take 6 to 12 weeks, sometimes longer depending on the contract and the season.

• Stay connected with your photographer ~ Clear communication is key. If the timeline stretches, a gentle check-in is always welcome.

Whatever ceremony your choose, I would love to hear from you!

See you soon

Janet:)