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Niemierko says that stripping your wedding back is trending at the moment, from food choices, to dressing the space. He says: "Nowadays, the food served at a wedding is more Italian than French - a good schnitzel or Milanese paired with pasta is always a hit amongst guests, as they want non-fussy, filling, and hearty foods. Something that won't leave them feeling hungry when they leave.

"In terms of bridal dresses, we're seeing more 80s style dresses - think lots of ruffles! And when dressing the space, less is always more. For example, choose minimalist flower arrangements, but still incorporate lots of colour - a pale pink cloth and deep pink flower pairing is especially wonderful," he adds.

Some of the formalities we saw in the past at weddings also appear to be disappearing at modern day weddings, such as the cutting of the cake, which Niemierko says you can give or take. "While it's enjoyable and special for some couples to have a wedding cake, it's becoming less important to make a fuss of the cutting," he tells us.

Transportation might be the last thing on your mind when it comes to planning your wedding, but Niemierko tells us that it's something he always educates his clients on, especially when considering how much alcohol is usually consumed at weddings.

"I don't think there's enough focus on transportation for guests, and that's something I really like to educate my clients on. When your guests are leaving after a day of celebrating and drinking, it's so important to ensure easily accessible transport, which also limits the chance of people drinking while potentially being over the limit. For a recent wedding, we had a fast-food shawarma station outside of the venue for guests to enjoy on their taxi journey home - it was a surprise and definitely got guests talking," he says.

"With the amount of alcohol that is typically consumed at a wedding, and one in six wedding guests admitting to driving home from a wedding over the limit, working with Direct Line has enabled me to raise awareness of drink-driving," Niemierko explains. To find out the dangers of drink driving the morning after wedding festivities, head to Direct Line.

This might not come as a surprise, but according to Niemierko, the most important element at a wedding is the bar - and not just for boozers. There's also no reason why your sober guests should skip on the fun, you can stock the bar with mocktails like Schweppes' ready mixed range, which include 100% natural flavours from Classic Mojito (£2) to Cranberry Spritz (£2), so you can have all the bubbles, minus the hangover.

He tells us: "The bar is often the focal point of the wedding, so it's crucial to ensure it's always accessible to guests and never overly crowded. Make sure your bar is fully staffed, and I'd always recommend not going overboard on the number of cocktails you are serving - have three at the most so your mixologist isn't overwhelmed and your guests aren't spending too long waiting."

It's important to remember the little things, Niemierko advises, because in the hustle and bustle of the big day, these minor details can make a huge difference. "Perhaps a more unique must-have at a wedding is ensuring the bathroom area is presentable. Add small touches like hairspray, mouthwash, or even a little sewing kit to the space, for your guests to use if they need. At the end of the day, you want your guests to feel special and cared for, as much as yourself," he says.

"There are a few small features I have worked with my clients on that have been really inspiring and fun - one of my favourites being a dog acting as the ring-bearer. Another was when we had a groom who was really musical, and had chosen a record to play on a record-player for the bride to walk down to - it was really special and personal. It's also really lovely to choose a contemporary song, but played by a quartet instead."

With the wedding over and done with, and the memories to last a lifetime made, it's time for you and your partner to leave — first. "The end of the ceremony is often the point where things can go wrong, with people often being unsure of where to go next, and what to do," Niemierko tells us. "To combat this, make sure the bride and groom exit the ceremony room first, as standing at the bottom of the aisle can make guests feel like they need to stop and chat, leading to queues and overcrowding."

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