Post-lockdowns, couples are still rejoicing in the fact that being restriction free means it's full steam ahead with wedding planning - without the impending doom of cancellations and postponements!
Whether you're nearlyweds, or just engaged, planning a wedding can be a daunting task; however, there's a whole host of useful Apps that can help you get organised and actually easy the stress of it meaning you can enjoy the wedding planning as much as the day itself!
Events specialists AYRE Event Solutions, reveal the fab-four of best apps to download for wedding planning.
Pinterest With 4.8 stars out of 5 and over four million reviews, Pinterest has been rated one of the best wedding apps to help create mood boards that help inspire the aesthetics of a wedding. From dresses, decorations, and venue layout, Pinterest allows couples to create 'boards' dedicated to specific aspects of their wedding. The boards enable users to 'pin' images that inspire them, and they will be kept all in one place so they can always refer back to them during the planning process.
Appy Couple The ultimate wedding planner, Appy Couple, allows engaged couples to create a personalised wedding website that can be used both by the happy couple and guests. As well as using the application to share information with guests about the big day, couples can use the app to manage guest lists, send invitations and collect RSVPs. The app is rated 4.8 stars out of 5 in the Apple store and has over 3.3k reviews, including: "I absolutely love this app. I really like how you can customise the site to look the way you like. I love all designs. It is very beautiful and user friendly."
Wedding Happy Free to download with the option to purchase extra features, Wedding Happy is an alternative to a personal assistant and is rated 4.8 stars out of 5. The wedding planning app reminds couples of upcoming deadlines, payments to venues and suppliers and they can email innovations to guests through the tool. With over 1.3k reviews, the app is frequently described as being "stress-free" and "highly recommended".
Wedbox Endorsed by many users, Wedbox allows couples and guests to upload wedding-related photos. From engagement party pictures to images of the big day, Wedbox will keep all wedding photography in one place, so newlyweds don't have to search through social media to find candid photos from friends and family. The 4.7 out of 5 rated app is highlighted as an essential tool; one of the reviews read: "I am so incredibly pleased with Wedbox! I didn't want all of my photos shared all over social media with hashtags, so I went looking for an app that could host them. What a treasure this was! The app is incredibly easy to navigate, even for the technology challenged".
I SA-y yes! How soon-to-be wedded couples and newlyweds can use their ISAs
From venues and catering to the dress and rings, wedding expenses can quickly add up. With the average cost of a UK wedding now more than £20,000, and with so many other pressures on our finances, putting money aside for your special day can feel challenging. A Cash ISA can be an efficient way for couples to save for their big day. With the Personal Savings Allowance limited to £1,000 for basic rate taxpayers, the tax-free allowance in an ISA has the potential to help you reach your goals sooner. Chris Henderson, Save and Pay Director at Tesco Bank, shares his top tips on how couples can save for a wedding and beyond.
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Married to your surname? 26% of women are planning on keeping theirs
Lots of people are ditching traditions when it comes to modern weddings and marriage - one of which quickly losing favour is the tradition of taking your partner's surname. In a recent survey carried out by Pandora UK, almost nine in ten (88%) women said they think that attitudes to married names are changing in 2026 ¹. When asked, over a quarter (26%) of unmarried women said they'd keep their last name if they got married, whilst less than half (45%) said they'd take their partner's name. This is indicative of the shift in opinion in recent years, as when married women were asked, only a sixth (17%) of women said they kept their maiden names when they got married, whilst the majority (78%) took their partner's surname, with just 4% choosing to double-barrel their last name with their significant other.
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Love is in the air: Eden Mill and COCO Chocolatier partner to create the perfect Valentine's bundle
Independent distiller, Eden Mill and Edinburgh-based artisan, COCO Chocolatier, have launched a limited-edition bundle just in time for Valentine's Day - featuring award-winning gin and a luxurious chocolate bar. The Love Gin & COCO Chocolatier Bundle pairs a bottle of Eden Mill's iconic Love Gin with a bespoke bar of Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate. Designed with gifting in mind, the chocolate is presented in stunning, custom packaging inspired by the Love Gin's romantic aesthetic, beautifully merging the two brands.
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Monty Bojangles' new White Rose Kit-Tin makes for a quirky wedding favour idea
Looking for a wedding memento that really stands out from the crowd? As wedding season comes back around, Monty Bojangles, the multi-award-winning UK confectionery brand, has unveiled a new addition to its hugely popular Cat Tin collection. Say hello to White Rose, the enchanting wedding Kit-Tin. Marking the brand's first foray into the wedding space, the elegant keepsake has been beautifully designed as the perfect wedding favour, whilst also serving as the sweetest engagement, bridesmaid or wedding gift.
