MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT 49 @kate_gliz hivephotobooths.com TOP TIPS Booking anything for a wedding may not always be straightforward – there is always a part of you that has to let go of the reigns and trust that it will all fall into place. Here are some things you can do to help ease the wedding planning process. Book well in advance. This one might seem obvious, but you’d be surprised at the amount of people who leave it until the last minute. Book as soon as you can, so you can increase your chances of the supplier being free on your wedding. Consider your guest. If you are booking entertainment that could leave out those who aren’t physically fit or who would feel uncomfortable, then it might be worth second guessing your choice so you can be inclusive. Define the vibe of your wedding. If you’re going for a classy, elegant vibe and you have a petting zoo or comedian, this might be a little confusing to digest – pick a theme and stick to it. Clarify your expectations to your entertainer. Give them plenty of guidance on the sort of atmosphere you are trying to create for your wedding day. Clarify their expectations. Don’t just assume that suppliers can set up in five minutes and be guest-ready – understand what they are going to need from you so they can work efficiently on the day. Do they need shade, what about food and electricity? Have a backup plan. We’re all humans and things happen; should the worst occur, and your entertainer can’t make it, have a backup plan ready to deploy so you aren’t left in the lurch. PICTURES GALORE Not only will you have your talented photographer capturing moments of the day, but you might also consider giving your guest the chance to grab their own. Photo booths and video booths are becoming more popular at weddings and are a great form of entertainment. Guests can use it more than once, they can have fun with props in there, and they’ll have pictures to take home with them. Some photo booths print two copies of the same pictures, so one could be kept behind for a strategically placed guest book. FIREWORKS End on a bang and book in a fireworks display at the end of your big day! For venues with noise restrictions or guests who are noise-sensitive, opt for the reduced sound display. These have lower decibel bangs, with more whizzes and crackles; making them neighbour-friendly and shouldn’t cause any distress to guests. If you want to be extra careful, you could include some ear defenders just to be sure.
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