Debrett's Wedding Essentials

Whether you are just engaged or approaching the big day, Debrett’s Wedding Essentials offers impartial and expert advice on all areas of planning your wedding.

Debrett’s has long been the recognised authority on British tradition and etiquette, but we are well aware that today’s brides and grooms may prefer to incorporate those traditions that mean the most to them and leave behind those that are irrelevant to their lifestyles.

Debrett’s is uniquely positioned not just to offer expert wedding advice, but also guidance on how to negotiate potentially challenging situations concerning family members or friends on your special day with diplomacy and tact.

Based on feedback from couples on what they ‘wished they had known’ while planning their wedding, Debrett’s has created the following three bespoke services:

The Bride's Experience is for the newly engaged bride-to-be who is seeking guidance in wedding planning. She and up to four other members of her bridal party can seek advice on various topics with a Debrett’s wedding expert, from setting a budget and choosing a venue to managing difficult family or guest situations with diplomacy.

The Groom’s Day Out offers practical advice to the groom and up to four of his party on managing wedding day nerves, delegating duties to the best man and ushers, selecting the most appropriate style of suit, and how to write and deliver a memorable wedding speech.

Designed for the couple looking for last-minute assistance in the run-up to the wedding day, Finishing Touches offers assistance with areas such as the order of events, how to look your best in photographs, and other practicalities to ensure the day runs smoothly.

Bride's Experience
Expert advice for brides on planning a wedding from start to finish
Finishing Touches
For couples to ensure that their wedding has been planned to perfection
Groom's Day Out
Expert advice to ensure the groom is prepared for his big day