Reception venues
Book 12 months or more ahead for popular Saturdays. Check the venue holds your guest numbers, what's included (furniture, staff, finishing time) and whether you must use its caterer.
my Wedding
It's one of the most important days you'll ever plan, and it means just as much to your families and friends. Big or small, every wedding takes organising. Do it yourself, hand it over, or a bit of both: Concierge Events will guide you, or arrange everything with trusted local professionals. You choose what to organise and what to delegate.
How it works: 3 easy steps
- Choose what you need. Pick the services you'd like quotes for, and the ones you'll organise yourself.
- Get quotes privately. We ask local wedding suppliers to quote. Your contact details stay private until you choose.
- Compare, book and relax. Choose your suppliers, track your budget and checklist, and on the day just look your best and enjoy every moment.
Venues, food & drink
Ceremony venues
Church, garden, beach or historic building. Ask about permits for public spaces, a wet-weather backup, and the travel time to your reception.
Catering & drinks
Plated, buffet, shared banquet or cocktail style. Book a tasting, collect guests' dietary needs with your RSVPs, and compare drinks packages with a bar tab.
Wedding cake
Order 3 to 6 months ahead and book a tasting. Tiered, naked, a cupcake tower or a dessert table; ask about delivery and set-up at the venue.
Photos, film & music
Photography
Ask to see full galleries from weddings like yours, not just highlights. Confirm the hours of coverage, how many edited photos you'll receive and when.
Videography
A highlights film, the full ceremony or the whole day. Ask about sound quality for your vows and speeches, and how long editing takes.
Music & entertainment
Band, DJ or both, plus music for the ceremony. Check what's included (sound system, MC, breaks) and any noise limits at your venue.
Ceremony & styling
Celebrant
Book 9 to 12 months ahead. Your Notice of Intended Marriage must be lodged with your celebrant at least one month (and up to 18 months) before the wedding.
Flowers
Bouquets, buttonholes, ceremony arrangements and centrepieces. Seasonal flowers stretch the budget, and ceremony flowers can often move to the reception.
Styling, decoration & hire
Furniture, lighting, arbours and table styling. Confirm delivery, set-up and pack-down times with your venue.
Invitations & stationery
Send save-the-dates 6 to 8 months ahead and invitations 8 to 10 weeks before. Allow time for proofs, printing and postage.
Bonbonnieres & gifts
Favours for your guests and thank-you gifts for your bridal party and families. Small, personal or edible gifts are always appreciated.
Looking your best
Bridal & formal wear
Start 9 to 12 months ahead: made-to-measure gowns take months, plus time for alterations. Don't forget suits, the bridal party and accessories.
Hair & make-up
Book a trial 2 to 3 months before. Confirm how many people they'll style on the day and what time they'll arrive.
Rings & jewellery
Allow 6 to 8 weeks for sizing, engraving or custom designs, and add your rings to your home and contents insurance.
Travel & stay
Wedding cars
Classic, modern luxury or stretch limousine. Check how many passengers fit and the hours included, and plan the route and timing.
Guest accommodation
Ask hotels near the venue about a group rate for your guests, and share the details with your invitations.
Honeymoon
Check your passports (many countries require 6 months' validity) and that ticket names match your passports.
Help on the day
Wedding coordinator
Full planning, partial planning or on-the-day coordination. A coordinator manages suppliers and timings so you and your families can enjoy the day.
★ Let Concierge Events do it for you
Prefer to hand it all over? We can arrange as much or as little as you like, working with trusted local professionals so your day runs smoothly.
Have a question about your wedding? Ask Me and we'll point you in the right direction.