Your Sussex Wedding - June/July 2020 (Issue 85)

HOT TOPIC Our experts offer stellar advice on planning your dream wedding HOW TO SNAP UP THE ONE… I n my mind there are three really important factors in choosing your wedding photographer. Firstly, do you like their style? This is vital, because it defines how your wedding looks when you take those trips down memory lane in years to come – Instagram-style filters may be fashionable now, but will you be happy with them further down the line? Secondly, do you like the person? It may sound trivial, but ultimately this person will be spending the majority of your special day with you, for all of those intimate and emotional moments that you want captured, they’ll be right there. Did they put you at ease when you met them? Will they be a friendly and calming influence on the day? Lastly, are they professional? You really do want someone you can depend upon, and that feeling should be evident from the very first meeting. Have they provided contract information explaining exactly what you will receive, how quickly you will get your images after your wedding, and what happens if they are unwell on the day? If they tick these three boxes, it’s hard to go wrong. Ben Porter | www.bporter-photo.com HOW TO SELECT THE perfect wedding rings… When you’re looking for a wedding ring that’s perfect for you, these are some of the things you need to bear in mind: ❤ Your ring should suit your style. You have to be happy with the way it looks on your hand. Consider the width, depth and profile. ❤ If you have an engagement ring, the two should complement and sit well against each other. You may need to look at fitted wedding bands. ❤ Your choice should fit your lifestyle. It needs to be robust enough to stand up to whatever treatment it’s likely to face. You don’t want it to cause you issues such as catching on objects or people. Although, there’s a huge range of wedding rings on the market, it can still be hard to find one that ticks all the boxes. It’s possible your ideal ring doesn’t actually exist, so why not opt for a bespoke design? A jeweller or goldsmith could design and make a ring that meets all your requirements, including budget. You’ll have a hand in the design process, and will end up with something unique that’s perfect for you. Andrew Leggett | www.aurumjewellers.com www.bpo rter-photo.com. 70