CONTACT USIf you had a wedding booked during 2020, it’s fair to say you’ve probably had a bumpy ride up to now. Alternatively, the challenges of the past year might have made you feel like there’s no time like the present to plan your nuptials and finally tie the knot with someone you love.
The good news in either circumstance is that, as far as wedding planning goes, 2021 is certainly looking up. Weddings are firmly back on the agenda in 2021 and many soon-to-be newlyweds can look forward to marking the big day in the way they’d always hoped they would.
To help get you going, here are some of our top wedding planning tips for 2021.
Go virtual
Though there’s plenty of light at the end of the tunnel in 2021, there are still some uncertainties. While we can expect larger weddings to be up and running again later in the year, there’s a chance that limitations on travel around the country or party sizes may still linger.
The move to virtual events over the past year has made it second nature to host big occasions over screen, and a wedding should be no different. Even the least tech-savvy among our friends and family will have mastered the art of video conferencing and tuning into live streams as of late. Whether you have loved ones overseas to think of or you simply want to share your special day with as many people as possible, offering a way to attend virtually can be a great thing to do.
The Midland hotel has conferencing facilities that can be used to allow your special day to be streamed to guests of your choosing via a link, meaning that those that are not able to attend in person won’t miss out on seeing you exchange vows.
You could go one further even than that, by hiring your own videographer to capture and edit together footage from your big day to a professional standard. Not only will you have a treasured keepsake for yourselves, but you can plan a get together with loved ones for as soon as circumstances allow, and raise a toast to your nuptials as you watch the footage back.
No matter what the situation allows for, we’re always happy to be flexible at The Midland. Whether you’ve got your heart set on a big party, or are looking at a more intimate occasion, our wedding coordinators will help you plan every detail and get the day you’ve always dreamed of. At our Central Manchester location we have a variety of beautiful rooms in which to host your ceremony, as well as a selection of elegant and sophisticated bedroom types to suit both the newlyweds and any guests planning to stay over.
Make the most of your venue
One of the benefits of planning a more intimate wedding may be that you have more time and money to indulge in some luxurious add-ons that you may not have otherwise considered.
Depending on your venue’s facilities, this could include anything from an afternoon of being pampered before the big day, to super deluxe suites to unwind in after the party’s over. If you do find yourself making changes to your wedding that leave you with some time and budget to spare, there’s no reason not to enhance the experience with some support from your venue.
At the Midland, we offer plenty of ways to add some extra magic to your big day. Our Grade II listed building is known as the home of famous romances, and offers
luxurious facilities like a spa and fine dining restaurant catering, not to mention our beautiful Bridal Suite for a truly spectacular stay. What’s more, our central location puts all the draws and delights of Manchester’s city centre well within reach.
Put any extra time to good use
If you’ve had to delay your wedding from last year, you’ve probably spent more time anticipating it than you ever imagined. Lockdowns and COVID restrictions also may have left your schedule a little empty over the past few months – and there’s no reason you can’t make use of this time to fine tune the details of your wedding.
Things like seating arrangements and song playlists can be planned well in advance, and there’ll be less pressure on you knowing these are long since sorted as the big day approaches.
You could even take up a hobby to enhance your special day. Perhaps you’ve a keen eye for flower arranging and could get more heavily involved with designing floral displays for your big day. If you’re good at making things, why not experiment with ideas for table centrepieces or create personalised gifts for your guests’ welcome bags. The possibilities are almost endless.
Get excited
After all the dither and delay you may have faced with your 2020 wedding, no one would blame you for feeling apprehensive. But all the information we currently have points to a spectacular season of weddings in the latter half of 2021, and one you should be excited to be a part of. Whether you’ve finally put in place the wedding you were dreaming of or if events have pivoted your plans along a slightly different course, your special day will be magical no matter what.
If you’re looking to marry in 2021 or find yourself needing to alter your plans, the Weddings Packages available at The Midland Hotel could make the day of your dreams a reality. If you’d like more information, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team to discuss your wedding plans today.