Your wedding day is meant to be full of love, fun, and magic, a day to commemorate the most special commitment you are meant to have in your entire life. No matter what you do, it should be a reflection of you and your partners’ interests and experiences. Being a wedding venue for years, Twist Gallery has accumulated some tips to help your day run smoothly and beautifully. 

Don’ts…

Let us begin with the tips that are meant to eliminate unforeseen stress or confusion. It is important at every step to remember this wedding is meant for YOU and your partner above everything else. If anything does not make sense to you or bring you joy, modify it to fit your preferences. This goes for anything - guest list, decorations, or food. Try not to let your family and friends persuade you in their own directions. Surely they are trying to help lead you with love, but it is still their own personal opinions. 

Alongside that, make sure you are particular about who is giving speeches at your wedding. Try to avoid too much talking, or the wrong people talking – the wedding won’t last forever! You must use the time wisely, and it may not be a true reflection of your relationship if the speeches feel off putting, forced, or too booze-powered. Instead, leave out a wedding book that more guests can write their special stories in and you can keep forever. 

As an event venue, Twist knows how stressful it can be to solidify every single detail, as things are ever changing in life. That being said, try to not change small details too close to the date. It may not seem like a big deal, and can surely be accommodated in most instances, but it throws off the planning process that goes on behind the scenes. Things like seating arrangements or food preferences - these are very important in the day running smoothly, and they are determined by the chefs and staff in an efficient manner.

Moving along, remember to trust your planners and venue. It may be stressful, but they have plenty of experience pertaining to weddings and are there to ensure a great experience for you. Try to avoid showing up to the venue too early, as this will just make you tired and more stressed out. They have everything under control! Don’t worry! 

When it comes to decorating, there are endless possibilities and themes to choose from. It is overwhelming but very exciting! As there are so many different options, we recommend that you narrow down the table decor as much as you’re comfortable with. Overfilling the table will just leave less room for delicious food and drinks, and can feel claustrophobic. Flowers, candles, and centerpieces don’t always have to be extravagant to be beautiful. Try switching it up, leave some disposable or Polaroid cameras on the table that guests can take photos with, it is more unique and memorable with less wasted space. Also remember that many things can be DIY’d for more personality and less money!

Do’s…

While it is important for your wedding to be personalized to you, having a wedding planner who is knowledgeable in the industry and skilled at organization is a really great idea. They are the backbone of the night, and will ensure that everything is running smoothly and properly communicated with guests and vendors. Planning a wedding is a lot of work, and not always common knowledge when it comes to the small details. Alongside that, do not stress over the small details! No one is going to be meticulously watching for mistakes, or remember any small hiccups.

Try to set yourself to be as comfortable as possible. Getting accommodation near the venue can eliminate a lot of the stress related to getting ready, being on time, and transportation issues. On the special day, you should consider the details outside the actual event as well, and pre-plan for success. If it is possible, your guests can also stay near you and the venue to make it more fun and special. 

Money is undeniably a big factor of your wedding day. It is important to allocate your funds in a way that works best for your situation and preferences. Putting more money into the wrong thing can throw off the balance of the night, and may lead to regrets later on. For example, spending a tonne of money on decorations versus something like food will make the photos look nice, but may not keep your loved ones in the best spirits. Budgeting to allow for more money for entertainment and food will lift the overall feeling of the night. People will be having fun and be well fed; which is all you can hope for! Live music, painters, or dancers are very popular here at Twist Gallery, along with other fun and creative additions that perfectly complement our gorgeous venue. Choose a venue that radiates love and is surrounded by beautiful art, perfectly suiting a wedding night. 

Adding on to that, our final tip is to consider a late-night snack bar! As the night goes on, people grow more tired and hungry from endless dancing and talking. Having a little spot for quick food will be hit, and is a memorable addition that may have been overlooked. All in all, always do whatever makes you happy. This is meant as a general guide to help you figure out what is important to you and your partner. Wishing you the best of luck on your special day!