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Your ultimate guide to wedding seating plan etiquette, according to experts

A wedding seating plan often requires intricate planning and can come with a few challenges - but starting early will alleviate the pressure. The wedding seating chart shapes how guests interact, whether mingling freely without assigned seats or getting to know their neighbouring guests during a sit-down dinner. The top table is usually the starting point for most seating plans, traditionally consisting of the couple and both sets of parents, with seats mixed to signify the unification of the two families, but couples are increasingly choosing to break with tradition in favour and mix up their top arrangement.

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Wedding invitations — notes on wording, when to send them, and what's new in stationery

Wedding invitations offer guests a glimpse of what to expect on the big day. While digital wedding invites are rising in popularity against traditional paper invites, the sentiment remains the same; it’s a way to set the tone and deliver a personal message to your guests. And if you do opt for a paper wedding invitation, it’s a memento you’ll treasure for years to come.

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Autumn wedding flowers guide — bouquet ideas, buttonhole tips, and the best blooms in season

Our autumn wedding flowers guide will help you pick beautiful, seasonal posies, advise on bouquet arrangements, suggest complementary tablescapes and décor, plus provide you with a handy list of questions to ask your wedding florist.

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5 Reasons Your Wedding Guests Love It When You Have A Gift List

Spoiler alert: a wedding registry is just as helpful for them as it is for you! Join us as we share the top 5 reasons your wedding guests want you to have a gift list.

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The Ultimate 12-Month Wedding Planning Checklist

Plan your perfect stress-free wedding with our detailed wedding checklist. Covering all the essentials, simplify your wedding plans with this step-by-step wedding planning timeline.

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Wedding Catering: Your Questions Answered

Plan your bespoke wedding menu with expert wedding catering tips from Clare, the founder of Doggart & Squash.