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NORMANTON CHURCH AT RUTLAND WATER

NORMANTON CHURCH AT RUTLAND WATER

Normanton Church is one of those places that you see and you cannot stop thinking about it. When I first moved to the UK, my husband told me he was going to take my daughter and I to Rutland Water, a lake that was manmade by submerging an entire village into the water. And Normanton Church is a striking landmark located on the shores of Rutland Water in the county of Rutland, England. This unique building has a fascinating history that spans more than 900 years, making it one of the oldest surviving structures in the area.

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MY TOP TIPS FOR A CALM WEDDING MORNING!

MY TOP TIPS FOR A CALM WEDDING MORNING!

My past bridal experience has taught me just how confusing and hectic the lead-up to your wedding day can be. I have been there - it's very overwhelming leading up to the big day, and before you know it, you're getting up on your wedding day anxious and thrilled. People are coming and going, there's a deadline to meet, and with all your feelings about the day, it's simple to become overwrought. To help you prepare for your wedding day and make it as relaxed, fun, and chill as possible, I've compiled my top tips for a calm wedding morning. It's worth bookmarking this list!

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WHY IS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY SO IMPORTANT?

WHY IS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY SO IMPORTANT?

Maybe you really appreciate great photos and love the photos that your friend captures of you on a night out. You might be seriously considering whether or not hiring a wedding photographer is worth the investment. With everyone having smartphones these days, can't you just have your guests capture all these moments for you? In this post, I will outline all the reasons why I think that wedding photography is so important.

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WHY COUPLE PHOTOS ARE SO IMPORTANT ON YOUR WEDDING

WHY COUPLE PHOTOS ARE SO IMPORTANT ON YOUR WEDDING

While planning your special day, soon enough, you will get to the point of needing to hire a wedding photographer. This is a very important step in the planning process since the photographer will be the one who is in charge of capturing all of the lovely memories. However, since it is your day, you need to remember that you, the happy couple are the stars of the day. So, let’s look at the importance of wedding day couple photos together!

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TIPS FOR BOOKING YOUR DREAM WEDDING VENUE
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TIPS FOR BOOKING YOUR DREAM WEDDING VENUE

Looking your wedding venue in the UK is one of the most important and difficult decisions. It carries one of the biggest expenses, so you must be very careful when selecting the place. You should also take into account that availability may vary from some places to others, you must take precautions and book it long in advance. For all these reasons, I would like to share with you the most essential tips for booking your dream wedding venue.

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PLANNING YOUR WEDDING DAY TIMELINE
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PLANNING YOUR WEDDING DAY TIMELINE

When tailoring your most memorable day you want everything to flow seamlessly, and your story to be portrayed most beautifully by your wedding photographer. The key to achieving that is having a well-curated wedding day photography timeline. By doing this, you will have the advantage of being prepared for any unpredicted scenarios or things running late. And let’s be honest, you wouldn’t want to rush arriving at your ceremony location because you didn’t plan enough time for your getting ready photos! This is just one of the mishaps that may happen if you don’t have an already ready wedding timeline.

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SHOULD WE HAVE A FIRST LOOK?
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SHOULD WE HAVE A FIRST LOOK?

Traditionally in the UK, the first look occurs on your wedding day as you walk down the aisle right before the ceremony begins and infront of all your friends and family. However, in many countries (including Canada where I am from) it is very common to have a first look with your partner to be before the ceremony begins. I adore capturing a first look and feel that there are many benefits to having this moment with your partner before the ceremony begins.

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