Of the counties which make up the traditional boundaries of Yorkshire, in the Yorkshire and Humber Region of England, West Yorkshire, although smaller than its neighbours, comprises a large part of the Yorkshire population. The main urban centres are located in the cities of Leeds and Bradford and Leeds in particular is well served in all the services and amenities which go towards creating the perfect wedding day. Some of the most highly regarded Leeds wedding service providers are presented here.
Leeds is a historic city, rich in culture and commerce, with financial districts set aside entertainment quarters and some beautiful green spaces too. Consistently regarded as a popular place to work and live, the vibrant city environment of Leeds has played host to many weddings and celebrations and can provide the perfect backdrop for yours.
A wedding is a life-changing event and forms the portal between single and married life. It is rightly a celebration but also a formal declaration of love and intent. As such it can be an exciting but daunting prospect. Add to this all the arrangements which have to be made and planning to bring all the separate components together on time for a single day and you have a recipe for work, stress, and expense in what should be a hopeful and joyous time.
To allow you to concentrate on the important aspects of getting married without getting bogged down in all the details, we present here a list of Leeds wedding services who, from flowers to catering, will ensure everything goes smoothly and according to plan
Whether you have definite ideas, want to leave everything to the professionals or simply want to browse your wedding options, you will find everything here to help you in achieving all that you would dream of for your wedding day. It can be a cost-effective and time saving choice to hire a wedding planner who will organise everything for you on a prescribed budget. If however this is your responsibility you should follow a time plan as described below.
Wedding venue selection - the wedding venue may have some personal attachment to either the groom or bride but may also be chosen for its look, environment or location. Book the wedding venue at least a year in advance and be prepared to be flexible in dates for particularly popular venues.
Reception venue - Leeds boasts many spaces for holding celebratory receptions in every shape, size, and environment. Choose yours, primarily depending on number of guests attending and location, at the same time as the wedding venue.
Bridal party dress hire - whether the dresses are hired or made specially, allow 4-6 months for any alterations and refitting. Choosing a dress should be a fun part of the planning, so allow yourself time to get it right.
Suit hire - while the bride’s dress should take centre stage, the men have to look good too, particularly the groom! Three months is enough time to allow for fitting and any alterations. Accessories can be chosen to match colours or design of the brides dress, such as in ties and cummerbunds. A further fitting close to the day is recommended for any minor alterations.
Cars and Carriages - arriving in style is essential and as well as transporting the bride and party to the venue shows off the dress perfectly in some of the photographs. Whether for a classic Rolls Royce or Victorian carriage, allow three months for availability, especially if the wedding is during the summer months.
Rings and Jewellery - this is something up to the bride and groom and one of the few things they can happily do together! Although usually chosen early in the wedding planning, allow at least a month to allow for any adjustments in size before the big day. Ring sizes can change frequently so remember to go for further fittings leading up to the day.
Photographer - choosing the photographer for your wedding is one of the most important choices you make so do it in plenty of time and with due consideration. The photographs form your permanent record of the day and you will want them to capture the event in the way you want.
Flowers - as much as a tenth of a wedding budget is spent on flowers and they, more than any other adornment set the scene for your wedding and reception, as well as providing the bridal bouquet and buttonholes. Allow three months, particularly for time to source seasonal variations.
Catering - You should book the catering for your reception at the same time as the reception space itself. Sometimes the venue will offer their own catering service and you should discuss with them, or any outside caterer, your requirements. You need definitive guest numbers at this stage.
With everything in the one place, planning a perfect wedding has never been easier. Browse our selection of Leeds Wedding services to start your new life adventure.
