Top Tips for planning your Wedding

Planning a wedding in 2025?

Here's a fresh list of top 10 tips to help you stay sane, inspired, and on track for an unforgettable day—whether you’re going big or keeping it intimate:

💍 1. Set Your Vision & Priorities Early

Before diving into venues or dress shopping, talk through your big-picture goals:

  • Intimate vs. large?

  • Formal vs. laid-back?

  • Most important elements (e.g., food, music, photography)?

🗓 2. Book Key Vendors ASAP

2025 dates are still filling fast from post-COVID backlog + rising demand.

  • Prioritise: venue, Celebrant, photographer, and caterer.

  • Consider weekday or shoulder-season options for more availability.

💸 3. Create a Realistic Budget—and Pad It

Decide who’s contributing what, and factor in hidden costs:

  • Vendor tips, overtime, alterations, permits

  • Add a 10–15% buffer for surprise expenses

📍 4. Lock in Your Venue Before Anything Else

Your venue will shape your entire day (vibe, logistics, guest count).

  • Ask about wet-weather options if it's outdoors

  • Check sound restrictions, curfews, and inclusions

🌿 5. Think Sustainable Where You Can

Eco-conscious weddings are big in 2025:

  • Opt for local flowers, plant-based menu options, vintage décor

  • Digital RSVPs & invites save money and paper

💡 6. Stay Flexible with Trends

It's great to be inspired, but don’t feel pressure to do everything:

  • Micro-weddings, live painters, 360 video booths, or drone footage—choose what genuinely excites you.

👗 7. Allow Plenty of Time for Outfits

Lead times are long, especially for custom or international designs:

  • Order dresses/suits at least 8–10 months in advance

  • Don’t forget fittings, accessories, and comfort!

📝 8. Keep Guests in the Loop

Use a wedding website or email updates for:

  • Schedule, dress code, travel info, registry

  • Make it mobile-friendly and easy to navigate

💞 9. Schedule Downtime—Before & During

Don’t let planning take over your relationship:

  • Plan pre-wedding dates with zero wedding talk

  • On the day, build in moments to sneak away and soak it all in together

📸 10. Hire a Pro Photographer/Videographer You Trust

Memories fade, but photos and film last.

  • Chat with them beforehand to share your vibe

  • Consider a "first look" or candid-style coverage for relaxed moments

If you're planning in Queensland or anywhere destination-ish, I can tailor these to your location too. Want local vendor recs, help with your Ceremony or climate tips for a 2025 wedding?

Trudy the Brisbane Celebrant x

Trudy the Brisbane Celebrant at Walkabout Creek Wedding Venue with happy Wedding couple

Trudy Worden