The Scottish Wedding Show returns to the SEC in Glasgow on 19th and 20th October 2024! Here's everything about the programme for the Let’s Talk Tying the Knot stage we've collaborated with the show on…
Let’s Talk Tying the Knot stage (Photo: Alan Peebles)
The Let’s Talk Tying the Knot stage, in association with Tie the Knot Scotland, will make a welcome return to The Scottish Wedding Show floor in October with another impressive programme of talks from our industry-leading experts. The area and stage will be styled by wedding and events stylist Pretty Little Details.
Hosted by our very own Beth Forsyth and Amy Shearer (editor and assistant editor of Tie the Knot Scotland respectively), the curated programme will cover significant steps in your decision-making, from wedding dress shopping to ceremony rituals.
Read on for the content of the stage and its participants… and don't forget to check out our top tips for attending a wedding show before you go.
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11:50 The holy trinity – how your photographer, filmmaker and content creator can work together to capture your dream day with Nicole Parrack Creative & Mood Creative
Nicole Parrack Creative specialises in wedding photography and has recently added content creation to her roster of services
Contrary to what you might think, a photographer, filmmaker and content creator aren’t going to replace one another on your big day: they work together in tandem to re-tell the stories and moments from your magical day in different ways.
We speak to two industry experts to give insight into what they can offer you and how their services go hand-in-hand to give you long-lasting reminders of the best day of your life.
About Nicole Parrack Creative
Nicole Parrack is first and foremost a wedding photographer, although she enjoys capturing just about anything! Based in Scotland, she shoots weddings in the country and beyond, offering timeless images for laidback, modern couples.
She has always been passionate about photography, wanting to capture the memories so they will never be forgotten. She has recently expanded her business offering to include content creation too, offering couples another way to document the precious moments.
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Check out this cool garden wedding captured by Nicole Parrack Creative
Kirsty Kelly from Mood Creative knows a thing or two about content creation
About Mood Creative Agency
Mood Creative Agency is a marketing firm providing social media management and support to small-medium sized businesses throughout Scotland founded by Kirsty Kelly.
In 2023, she decided to apply her content creation experience to the wedding industry, and now offers professional content creation services to future brides and grooms throughout Scotland and beyond. Mood Celebrations joins couples on their wedding day like a ‘personal paparazzi’ with their iPhone to capture all the fun, candid, special moments.
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12:40 Bridal basics – how to get the most out of your bridal appointment with June Brides Glasgow
Hollie Connelly of June Brides Glasgow will be chatting about bridal appointments
For some brides-to-be, this might be the moment you’ve dreamed of since being a little girl: saying yes to the dress. But what do you need to consider before making that big decision? We speak to June Brides Glasgow about what to expect at your bridal appointment and how to ensure you get the most from your experience. From who to bring to what shoes to wear – this is your guide to getting it right!
About June Brides Glasgow
June Brides Glasgow is one of the UK's most well-established, female family-run business that has been a part of the bridal industry for over 35 years. Based just outside Glasgow's city centre, the store has become a go-to destination for brides-to-be seeking the perfect wedding dress.
The bridal shop has an exquisite collection of wedding dresses which have been carefully curated to speak to the brides of Scotland. Creative director and fully trained seamstress Hollie leads the team and has an impeccable understanding of fabrics, gown construction and styling. Hollie’s goal is to ensure every bride that visits June Brides feels beautiful, feminine and radiant whilst finding the perfect gown.
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June Brides Glasgow will have wedding dresses from Ellis Bridals with them at the Scottish Wedding Show
13:20 Base your beauty – how to lay the foundations to ensure you look and feel your best on your wedding day with Clarins
Beauty gurus Sandra and Stephanie from Clarins will be on stage again
You will want to feel your best on your big day, and for some that might mean going beyond just a coating of mascara and a spritz of perfume. Skincare and cosmetics experts Clarins share their top tips for your best on your wedding day. It’s all about the prep work!
About the Clarins team
Sandra Coetzer is a business manager and brand ambassador with Clarins for 24 years, with outstanding knowledge of skincare and Clarins products to suit all skin types and concerns.
Sandra will be joined by Stephanie Gardner, qualified Clarins Therapist and Beauty Coach Therapist.
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15:15 Rituals refresher - what Scottish touches and traditions can you add to your ceremony? with Independent Humanist Ceremonies
Beverley Bryant (left) and Craig Flowers (right) from Independent Humanist Ceremonies will be talking through ceremony rituals and traditions
Why do people drink from a quaich? Is a handfasting more than just a fancy ribbon? How about jumping the broom – what’s that all about?
Scottish celebrants from Independent Humanist Ceremonies offer a show and tell guide of everything you can include in your wedding ceremony to pay homage to both Scottish traditions and some from across the globe too.
About Independent Humanist Ceremonies
Independent Humanist Ceremonies are authorised by the Registrar General for Scotland to conduct legal wedding ceremonies anywhere in Scotland. The company and its celebrants pride themselves on providing a unique wedding experience with greater flexibility, always ensuring each humanist wedding ceremony is exactly the way the couple want it to be.
About celebrant Beverley Bryant
Beverley started her career writing for Jackie magazine before moving into marketing, lecturing and teaching. As someone who has been telling stories in one way or another all her life, she now tells the stories of couples from Scotland and beyond.
A vibrant person, she describes herself as having warmth and a bit of character. She trained as a professional storyteller around 20 years ago, specialising in Scottish culture, so she’s quite the expert when it comes to Scottish wedding traditions.
She has been working with Independent Humanist Ceremonies for the last eight years and in that time, she has been a finalist in multiple prestigious industry awards.
About celebrant Craig Flowers
Craig Flowers is a Falkirk-based celebrant who has been working full-time in his role at Independent Humanist Ceremonies since 2010. Over the years he has helped hundreds of couples perfect their dream day, enjoying the challenge of delivering a personalised service that is moulded around the couple’s wishes.
He has won ‘Scottish Celebrant of the Year’ in both 2022 and 2024, as well as claiming the title of ‘UK Celebrant of the Year’ in 2023. His mantra is ‘it’s your day, let’s do it your way!’
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Watch the talks from Let's Talk Tying the Knot
In case you missed them at the last Scottish Wedding Show, you can catch up with all the tips and stories from the amazing panelists from the most recent Let's Talk Tying the Knot stage.
We've gathered up all of the talks here for you to watch.
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