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Wedding Planning Schedule...

3/14/2025

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You're engaged, CONGRATULATIONS!
Now the wedding planning can begin! 

Check out our comprehensive timeline to guide you through your wedding planning journey. But don't worry, feel free to adjust based on your specific needs!

You can use this timeline to check off all your important wedding planning jobs.

18 MONTHS TO GO...

Set your Budget
Be realistic about your wedding budget. If you plan for it, it won't be a surprise.
• What's your total budget?
• How will you allocate funds across different aspects (venue, catering, attire, etc.)?
• Who's contributing financially?

Create your Guest List
Please think long and hard about who you really want to share your wedding day with and make sure you stick to your list so it doesn't spiral, especially if you have a tight budget.
• How many guests can you accommodate within your budget?
• Are you having an adults-only wedding or including children?
• Will you offer plus-ones?

Consider Hiring a Wedding Planner
A wedding planner can make the planning process a complete breeze! They can liaise with all your suppliers and keep track of your schedule to keep you on track.
• Do you need full-service planning or day-of coordination?
• What's your budget for a planner?
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Choose and Book your Venue
Venues can get booked up in advance by up to 2 years. Make a provisional booking and make sure a registrar will be available on your wedding date too.
• What's your ideal wedding style (rustic, elegant, modern, etc.)?
• Do you want a separate ceremony and reception venue?
• What's the venue's capacity?
• Is the venue easily accessible for all your guests? Consider who is travelling the furthest.
• Are there any date restrictions or preferred vendors?

Invest in Wedding Insurance
• What does the policy cover? Make sure it's the right policy you need.
• Are there any exclusions you need to be aware of?

16 MONTHS TO GO...

Research Wedding Themes
There are lots of wedding themes to choose from, it's just about which works best for you.
Research on Pinterest and in bridal magazines, like I Do!
• What colours and styles resonate with you as a couple?
• How can you incorporate personal touches?
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Choose your Wedding Party
Give gifts to those you choose and ask them to be part of your wedding party as you film their reaction.
• How many bridesmaids and groomsmen do you want?
• Are you including other roles like ushers or flower girls?

Start Visiting Wedding Fayres
Visit wedding fayres to see what ideas and inspiration you can find for your big day. The I Do Wedding Exhibitions are a great choice!
• What specific ideas or suppliers are you looking for?
• The I Do Wedding Exhibitions and Fayres are a great choice for ideas and inspiration!

12 MONTHS TO GO...

Book in-demand suppliers
Photographers, videographers, DJs and Caterers can book up to 2 years in advance. It's never too early to book a supplier if you know they're in demand.
• What style of photographer/videographer do you prefer?
• What type of music fits your vision (DJ, band, string quartet)?
• Are there any special dietary requirements for catering?

Pre-Book Venue Guest Accommodation
Most wedding venues give the option to block out rooms for your wedding day at a discounted rate, so your guests can stay there too.
• How many rooms should you reserve?
• Is there a discount for booking a block of rooms?

Plan for Pets
• Will your pet(s) be part of the ceremony? In what capacity?
• Who will be responsible for pet care on the day?
• If travelling, what pet-friendly accommodations are available?
• Are there any venue restrictions regarding pets?
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9 MONTHS TO GO...

Book your Entertainment
Book your wedding band, singer or musician. Many of these get booked up far in advance, particularly if they're a niche category such as a country music band.
• What kind of atmosphere do you want to create?
• Are there any must-play songs or do-not-play songs?

Start Shopping for your Wedding Dress
Research online to get an idea of what you want before you go dress shopping. When you've found 'the one', don't let it slip away. If you're ordering a dress from abroad that has to be made, order as soon as possible to leave time for fittings and delivery.
• What sizes complement your body shape and wedding theme?
• What's your budget for the dress and alterations?

Plan and Book Your Honeymoon
If this is a UK destination, you can leave it a little later, but if going abroad, leave extra time to sort passports and make sure your dates and location are available.
• What's your ideal honeymoon destination and activities?
• Do you need to renew passports or get visas?
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Send Save-the-Dates
However, if your wedding is during a busy summer season or around Christmas, send these around 9-12 months before.
• Will you send physical cards or digital announcements?
• For destination weddings, including travel and accommodation information.

6 TO 9 MONTHS TO GO...

Book your Wedding Cake Maker
• What flavours and designs do you like?
• Any dietary restrictions to consider?

Book Other Suppliers
This includes décor, transport, hair & makeup artists, florists, and also hiring of other equipment such as dancefloor hire. Book your hair and makeup artist and have a consultation to discuss what you want.
• What is your vision for floral arrangements?
• What type of transportation fits your wedding style?
• What hair and makeup style are you considering?

Purchase Bridesmaids' Gowns
If you're having these custom-made, lean more towards the 9-month timeframe.
• Will bridesmaids choose their own dresses or wear matching ones?
• What's the budget per dress?

Book your Officiant/Celebrant
You'll need one of these if you're not getting married in a place of worship.
• Religious or non-religious ceremony.
• Any specific elements you want to include in the ceremony?

6 MONTHS TO GO...

Buy your Wedding Rings
• What metal and style suit your preferences?
• Do you want matching rings or individual designs?
• Consider engraving options.
• If going bespoke, consider ordering even earlier!

4-6 MONTHS TO GO...

Send your Invites
• Have you included all necessary information (date, time, location,
• What's your RSVP deadline?
• Include details for your wedding website if applicable.
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Sort the Suits
If you're buying your suit, you could buy this further in advance, but if hiring, look into which suppliers will hire out from which dates.
• Are you buying or hiring?
• If hiring, research suppliers and their rental periods.
• Schedule fittings for groom and groomsmen.

3-4 MONTHS TO GO...

Sort Final Supplier Meetings
This includes final menu tasting, flower arrangement finalising and cake design confirmation.
• Schedule final menu tasting.
• Finalise flower arrangements.
• Confirm cake design.
• Any last-minute changes or special requests?

2-4 MONTHS TO GO...

Sort the Seating Plan
• Consider family dynamics and guest relationships.
• Plan for any last-minute changes.

1 MONTH TO GO...

Confirm Final Details
Pay all suppliers the remainder owing and finalise the running order of the day so your suppliers know when they're arriving and what's happening.
• Pay remaining balances to suppliers.
• Finalise and distribute the day's timeline.
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Schedule Final Hair and Makeup Trial
This should be done close to your wedding date. This takes into account any skin or hair changes that may have happened and ensures your hair and makeup are perfect for the big day.
• Consider any recent changes in skin or hair condition.

See your Photographer and/or Videographer
Go through your shot list and what you want to capture for your special day.

Purchase Wedding Favours
• What favours align with your theme and budget?

2 WEEKS TO GO...

Final Dress Fitting
Your final fitting should be as close to your wedding day as possible. 2 weeks prior is a good timeframe as your body won't change that much up to your wedding day.
• Schedule as close to the wedding day as possible.
• Bring your wedding shoes and undergarments.
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Write your Vows
• Decide if you'll share them or keep them private until the ceremony

1 WEEK TO GO...

Final Details
Buy yourself a wedding day perfume and a gift for your partner. Spend quality time with each other without any wedding-related chat. It'll help calm the wedding planning stress and remind you why you're getting married in the first place.
• Purchase a wedding day perfume.
• Buy a gift for your partner.
• Schedule quality time together without wedding talk.

Pack your Bags for the Honeymoon
• Check weather forecasts for your destination.
• Ensure all travel documents are in order

WEDDING DAY

Take it all in because it goes faster than you realise.
Have a few moments alone together on your big day to appreciate it all.
You're married, CONGRATULATIONS!
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WINTER SALE...

12/31/2024

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Winter Sale - Wedding Dresses from £499 - Book your SALE appointment NOW - Starts January 3rd 2025Picture
The post you’ve all been waiting for ladies……. Our WINTER SALE will launch on Friday 3rd January, with some amazing bargains to be had!

💜 Don’t delay CALL 07736 447262 or book via our website www.celebratingcurves.co.uk to make sure you grab a sort after appointment slot!

 💜 ALL Sale dresses are reduced to £699 and some as little as £499!

💜 Watch our socials for more details - Instagram - Facebook

💜 BOOK YOUR SALE APPOINTMENT NOW - GET IN TOUCH
Winter Sale - Wedding Dresses from £499 - Book your SALE appointment NOW - Starts January 3rd 2025
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BLACK FRIDAY ONLINE SALE

11/19/2024

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BLACK FRIDAY ONLINE SALE
I'm so excited to announce our massive online sale for Black Friday this year! Everything in the sale will be reduced to £50 and under! Absolute bargains to include……

• Mother of the Bride/Groom dresses
• Bridal shoes
• Bridal trainers
• Flower Girl Dresses
• Tiaras
• Bridal hair clips & combs
• Bridal Belts
• Bridal Jewellery
• Bridal Jackets

So how will it work?
Posts will appear on Facebook throughout the day and on Instagram stories detailing what’s for sale.

All you have to do is screenshot the items you want and send a DM to reserve them. Payment can be made by either calling with a credit card or bank transfer.

Items should be collected from store by 10th December or can be posted out, postage starts at £5.95 depending on what’s purchased.

So get ready... Set that reminder and grab yourself a bargain!

#blackfriday2024 #blackfridaysale #bridalsale #grababargain #hugesavings #bridalshopsheffield #itsmorethanjustadressshop #teamcurves
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Pets at Weddings

10/22/2024

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It's fair to say our furry friends are a hugely important part of the family, so it's only right they feature in the wedding festivities. But before delving into having your pet at your wedding, there are a few things to think about first.
Their Temperament
Is your pet comfortable in large crowds, or do they get anxious? Think about this before including your pet in your wedding day as it could cause them unnecessary stress and overwhelm them.

Who Looks After Them?
The easiest way to solve this is to hire a professional pet chaperone. They can help your pet be included in the wedding photos and other important activities, then take them away from the festivities so they can relax and enjoy a treat.

Venue Rules
Does your venue allow pets? Check their rules before the big day.

"Our furry friends
are a hugely important part of the family,
so it's only right they feature
in the wedding festivities"

Image Credits: Stu Ganderton Photography & Ian Wallace Photography
Any Dietary Needs
Make sure your pet is fed and watered at the right times on your wedding day. This will help minimise potential disruptions to their routine.

Their Toilet Needs
If you have a pet chaperone or an appointed family member, they can handle this when your pet needs it.

Are They Trained?
Think carefully about how well-trained your pet is. Are they comfortable on the lead and are they crate trained? If your pet can be a bit unpredictable, it may be best to leave them at home.

Give Them Plenty of Exercise
Let your pets get rid of some energy before your ceremony; they're more likely to cooperate if they've already had their exercise.
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Sheffield I Do Wedding Exhibition 2024...

9/4/2024

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Who wants to see the biggest and the best wedding show in Sheffield? Book your tickets now with @ido_magazineuk and enjoy a wonderful day wedding planning with amazing suppliers... Oh and don’t forget to come and see us to!

WEDDING PLANNING HEAVEN IS COMING...

In just a few days time, wedding planning inspiration will descend on Ice Sheffield, featuring everything you could possibly imagine for your wedding day

If you haven't booked tickets yet, Pre-Book & save on the ticketing

Visit 'the' wedding exhibition at Ice Sheffield on the 15th of September and meet over a hundred quality local wedding suppliers just waiting to help you with your wedding day.

SHEFFIELD EXHIBITOR: On stands 23 & 24 at Ice Sheffield on 15th September will be Celebrating Curves Bridal - Sheffield. Jane and her team specialise in dressing curvy brides from a 14-34 plus, so whether you're feeling nervous or excited about your wedding day, check out Celebrating Curves!

Your Wedding Planning Starts Here...

Featuring an amazing range of wedding suppliers including cake makers, bridal wear, wedding venues, grooms wear, jewellers, venue stylists, photographers, wedding stationers and so much more.

Catwalk Shows and Live Stage...

Feel inspired with all that’s on offer and be sure to check out the live stage performances and catwalk shows during the day.

Then sit back with a glass of something sparkling in the I Do Fizz Bar and toast your upcoming nuptials!

This show is filled to the brim with wedding planning inspiration.

Around the Show...

Catwalk
Our catwalk really is something to behold. Witness a professional choreographed Milan-style catwalk using professionally trained runway models, showcasing the latest bridal wear, mother of the bride and grooms wear collections.

Competitions
Check out the fabulous competitions and show day offers, courtesy of our exhibitors

Suppliers
Plan your day ahead of time by checking out our list of suppliers who will be exhibiting

Dream Dresses
Find the perfect wedding dress from leading bridal retailers showcasing at the exhibition.

Live Stage
On before each catwalk show is the live stage entertainment. Featuring instrumentalists, wedding bands and even singing waiters, the live stage gives you a real feel of how these entertainers will perform on your own wedding day.

Outdoor Display
Imagine arriving in style to your wedding day with our outdoor display, featuring transport, mobile bars and more.
REFRESHMENTS
The bar upstairs serves food & drink during the day. The cafe located just off the ice rink will also be serving sandwiches, light snacks and hot & cold drinks.

FREE PARKING
There’s plenty of free exhibition day car parking on-site for everyone visiting the event.

ACCESSIBILITY
To view Ice Sheffield’s Accessibility details including Disabled Parking, click here

LOCATION
SATNAV: S9 5DA
Ice Sheffield is ideally located, being just 1.5 miles from the M1 junction 34

TRAIN/TRAMS
2 miles from Sheffield City Centre, Train Station within easy reach from Sheffield Arena/Don Valley Tram stop.

www.ido-weddingexhibitions.co.uk

#weddingshow #weddingfayre #weddingplanning #wedding #weddingdress #weddingcake #weddingphotographer #weddingcars #weddingentertainment #yorkshirebride #curvybride #bridalshopsheffield #itsmorethanjustadressshop #teamcurves
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HOT SUMMER SALE BONANZA...

7/5/2024

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IT’S THAT TIME...
...OUR SUMMER SALE

Our new stock is arriving by the box load so it’s time to say goodbye to some of our amazing dresses! The recent hot temperatures must have gone to our heads because this time we have a two tier sale, meaning you can now grab a bargain from just £499!

💜 From Friday 12th July to Wednesday 31st inclusive our SALE stock will be reduced to £699 and some dresses even as low as £499!

💜 YES you read that right! £699 & £499!

💜 Contact us on phone 07736 447 262 or via our website to request your appoint and specify SUMMER SALE to take advantage of these fantastic offers!

See our SALE page for dresses available...
Remember there’s just one of each dress,
so be quick...

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#wedding #weddingdress #weddingdressshopping #weddingdresssale #grababargain #brideonabudget #curvybride #summersale #yorkshirebride #bridalshopsheffield #itsmorethanjustadressshop #teamcurves
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Let us wave our magic wand...

5/10/2024

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Have you had your perfect wedding day?
Did you enjoy every second of it?
But did your dress take the brunt of your enjoyment?
...A little bit dirty or very dirty?

💜 Don’t worry we’ve got you covered!

💜 We’ve teamed up with a professional cleaning company and can offer a Gold or Platinum service to get your dress looking beautiful again!

💜 All you need to do is arrange to drop off at Celebrating Curves Bridal and we’ll do the rest!

💜 CONTACT US to arrange whenever you’re ready.

#wedding #weddingday #weddingdress #weddingdresscleaning #afterweddingservice #yorkshirebride #curvybride #bridalshopsheffield #itsmorethanjustadressshop #teamcurves
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Is the Clock Ticking...

4/19/2024

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Over the last few weeks, we have seen more and more brides with very tight timeframes to their weddings.

While we don’t recommend leaving it late (shopping less than 9 months before your wedding is leaving it late) we firmly believe there is always a solution, so don’t worry, just get in touch and chat it through with us, that’s what we are here for!So if the clock is ticking, now’s the time!
Speak to you soon...

#2024wedding #2024bride #lastminutebride #CCBbrides #yorkshirebride #curvybride #bridalshopsheffield #itsmorethanjustadressshop #teamcurves

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Happy 8th Birthday to us...

4/10/2024

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Today marks an amazing 8 years since we opened our doors at the beautiful Staniforth Works...

When I look back at that time I was so nervous, was I doing the right thing, would anyone even come and choose their wedding dress with me? I had everything riding on my little venture, working two jobs to make ends meet and slowly but surely building the business to where it is today.

I am so grateful to every single person who has chosen CCB through the years, it truly means the world to me and my little business has gone from strength to strength!

I’d like to also take some time to thank everyone who has supported me on a personal level through the years and continues to do so! I’m sure my friends get sick of hearing all about the latest bridal trends, but you’d never know, they listen and advise and love me anyway. Thank you!  Plus our amazing designers and suppliers whose creativity and reliability help this little business run smoothly! @white_rose_bridal @sophiatolli @romanticacollections @richarddesignsbridal @rachelallanbridal @truebride @ivoryandco and @twilightdesignsbridal

So a massive HAPPY 8TH BIRTHDAY to
CELEBRATING CURVES BRIDAL
and here’s to the next 8!

As a way of celebrating, if you’ve ever visited our little hidden gem or supported us in any way, I’d love to see you in the comments or tag us in your stories. Let’s see all the people that make CCB what it is today!

Instagram comment from our friends at ido_magazineuk's
"Massive happy business birthday! We know so many brides who have been to you for their dress, and the compliments about your company and your love of what you do are just amazing."

#happybirthday #8yearstoday #whatajourneysofar #wedding #weddingday #weddingdress #yorkshirebride #curvybride #letscelebrate #bridalshopsheffield #itsmorethanjustadressshop #teamcurves
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Hello February…

2/22/2024

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Throughout January we have seen an increasing amount of lovely mums searching for that special outfit for their son or daughter’s wedding this year!

I’m delighted to say that we have hit the mark in almost every case and have been able to order some fabulous outfits even with, in some cases very tight deadlines!

So if you are the Mother of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, Grandma, Auntie or wedding guest this year now is the time to start looking and booking your appointment.

We have a large selection in store with sizes 16-32 to try and orders can be placed in sizes 8-32. With a choice of over 50 colours, there’s something for everyone.

Check out our current collection at www.celebratingcurves.co.uk

Book your one-hour exclusive appointment NOW!
#motherofthebride #motherofthegroom #weddingguestdress #occasionwear #bridalshopsheffield #itsmorethanjustadressshop  #teamcurves
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    Jane Palmer

    Hi my name is Jane and Celebrating Curves Bridal
    is my dream and my passion.  It's taken so long to get here, but we've finally found a home, now to make it pretty for all you gorgeous brides to be.  #teamcurves

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​Unit K, Staniforth Works,
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Hackenthorpe,
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