A Guide to Getting Ready on Your Wedding Morning

Your wedding morning is more than just preparation, it’s the calm before the excitement, a time to create fond memories pre wedding ceremony. With thoughtful planning, you can turn this special time into a smooth, joyful start to your big day.

Here’s a detailed guide to ensure your wedding morning is seamless and stress-free.

1. Share a Detailed Timeline with Your Bridal Party

A clear schedule is key to keeping everyone relaxed. Share a timeline with your bridal party in advance, including hair, make-up, outfit changes and key photo moments. This keeps everyone on the same page and ensures nothing is rushed.

2. Prepare Your Space for Your Styling Team

If your hair and make-up team will be on-site, make sure the space is organised:

• Tables and surfaces for brushes, products and accessories

• Comfortable seating with good lighting or by windows for natural light

• Enough space for the stylist team to work efficiently

A thoughtfully arranged space ensures your morning runs smoothly and looks beautiful in photos.

3. Allow Extra Time for Every Step

Wedding mornings can sometimes run away with bridal parties, so build in extra time for hair, make-up, wardrobe adjustments and any last-minute moments. Even an extra 30 minutes can make a huge difference in keeping stress at bay. Plan to be dressed and ready earlier than you have to be.

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4. Be Ready with Food and Refreshments

A light breakfast and plenty of water are essential. Have snacks available for your bridal party, especially if your morning is long or your ceremony is later in the day. Staying nourished and hydrated helps everyone feel energetic and happy.

5. Plan Detail Shots and flat lay

Have your dress hung up in a beautiful location, prepare to have photographs of your wedding details- dress, shoes, jewellery, invitations, these are all parts of your wedding story. Prepare the items in advance ready for your photographer to create and capture the perfect details shots.

6. Jewellery, Shoes, and Accessories

Keep your jewellery, shoes, and other accessories organised and accessible. This ensures you won’t waste time searching for the finishing touches to complete your bridal look.

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7. Ensure Backup Contact Information

Make sure all your suppliers have the number of someone reliable (Planner or Coordinator) not yourself, so they can help resolve any last-minute questions or emergencies without adding stress to you. This is especially important if you are not getting ready at your wedding venue.

8.Keep it Tidy

This is harder said than done when you have a large bridal party all getting ready in one location, but try to keep the space tidy, your photographer can focus on capturing the day without clutter in the background. Task this to you bridesmaids to ensure the place is kept picture perfect.

Final Thoughts

With careful planning and a calm approach, your wedding morning can be one of the most joyful parts of your day. From sharing a timeline with your bridal party to preparing your space, food and accessories, these small steps make a big difference, giving you more time to soak in the excitement of your wedding day.