Things have been really quiet lately, with most of the major things booked, it is now to all of the small details. I am still trying to find that perfect veil, but have a couple of places up my sleeve still to check out. I will definitely keep you posted on the veil!

My best friend and I are checking out another wedding expo coming up at the end of March. Hoping to get some more ideas on a few of the finer details.

Happy Wedding Planning :)

Entertainment.......

Right off the bat....I am going to let you know that I won the DJ argument!!! Initially when planning our wedding we didn't even consider the thought of budgeting for a DJ. Why pay for someone to play music for you...when you have an iPod and a family friend to do all the work?

WRONG...boy was I so wrong! After reading heaps of articles on music horror stories and why it is a good idea to have a DJ, I quickly changed my mind. The right music can really set the mood and be the perfect ingredient to complete your wedding day.

Just like any professional you hire for your special day, always ensure that they are experienced and clear on your expectations for the day. Here are a few tips on finding that perfect DJ (trust me, there are 100's out there)

• Meet the DJ before you book them in - like anyone you want to get along with them, they will be there from the ceremony through to the reception.


• Know what type of music you are after- some DJ's have set play lists with songs you can choose from. If you are after particular songs, ensure your DJ is happy to have special requests, or are able to cater for songs that are not on their play list.


• Will your DJ be your MC as well? - This is always a great option as a back up, just in case your MC does not make it on the day. Check to ensure there are no extra fees associated with this service.


• Check if they will do a deal for the ceremony/reception if they are held in the same location - we managed to get our DJ to throw in the ceremony at no extra cost if we paid a deposit by a certain date. We saved ourselves $100.


• Do they include lights/smoke machine ect? - these can be really effective, providing your room isn't too small!


• Will they have microphones available for speeches/MC? - always be sure to check, you don't want to forget the mics!

We were quite lucky to meet our DJ at a wedding expo put on by our wedding venue, this was also great because we knew she had plenty of experience in the room.

Most importantly.....ensure that you choose plenty of songs to shake your ass too!