All the Wedding Vendors You Need (and When to Book Them) for Your Singapore Wedding

All the Wedding Vendors You Need (and When to Book Them) for Your Singapore Wedding

Planning a wedding involves coordinating numerous details and working with various vendors to bring your vision to life.

Here’s a comprehensive guide on all the wedding vendors you need for your wedding in Singapore and the ideal timeline for booking them.

1. Wedding Planner

  • Coordination: Manages all aspects of the wedding planning process.
  • Vendor Liaison: Helps you find and coordinate with other vendors.
  • Day-Of Coordination: Ensures everything runs smoothly on the wedding day.

When to book:

  • 12-18 Months Before: As soon as you start planning your wedding, especially if you want a full-service planner.
  • Read reviews of all wedding planners in Singapore here

2. Wedding Venue

  • Location: Provides the space for your ceremony and reception.
  • Services: May include catering, decor, and accommodation options.

When to book:

  • 12-18 Months Before: Popular venues can book up quickly, so secure your date early.
  • Find your dream wedding venue here. You can filter by price, capacity, menu, and more!

3. Photographer and Videographer

  • Captures Moments: Takes professional photos and videos of your wedding.
  • Editing: Provides edited and polished final products.

When to book:

4. Caterer

  • If your venue space is an event hall or church wedding
  • Food and Beverage: Provides the meal and drinks for your reception.
  • Menu Planning: Works with you to create a menu that fits your taste and budget.

When to book:

  • 9-12 Months Before: Secure your caterer early to discuss menu options and tastings.

5. Florist

  • Floral Arrangements: Designs bouquets, centerpieces, and other floral decorations.
  • Setup: Installs the floral arrangements at your venue.

When to book:

  • 6-9 Months Before: Book once you have a clear vision of your wedding theme and colors.
  • Read reviews of wedding florists

6. Wedding Dress, Gowns, and Suit

  • Bride and Groom: Provides wedding dresses, suits, and accessories.
  • Alterations: Offers fitting and alteration services to ensure a perfect fit.

When to book:

  • 9-12 Months Before: Start shopping early to allow time for ordering and alterations.
  • PRO TIP: Read reviews of bridal boutique shops first before booking an appointment

7. Hair and Makeup Artist

  • Beauty Services: Provides hair styling and makeup for the bride and bridal party.
  • Trials: Conducts trials to determine the final look.

When to book:

  • 6-9 Months Before: Secure your artist early, especially if they are highly sought after.
  • Discover all MUAs in Singapore here.

8. Emcee & Entertainment

  • Music and Sound: Provides DJs, live bands, or musicians for your ceremony and reception.
  • Equipment: Supplies sound equipment and lighting.

When to book:

  • 6-9 Months Before: Book once you know the timeline and format of your event.
  • Find your emcee or live bands here

9. Invitations and Stationery

  • Design and Print: Creates wedding invitations, save-the-dates, and other stationery.
  • Mailing: Manages the printing and mailing of invitations.

When to book:

  • 6-8 Months Before: Allow time for design, printing, and mailing.

10. Solemniser

  • Ceremony Leader: Conducts the wedding ceremony and ensures it is legally binding.

When to book:

  • 6-9 Months Before: Ensure your chosen officiant is available on your wedding date.
  • You can read people's experiences with various solemnisers here

11. Wedding Cake Baker

  • Cake Design: Creates a wedding cake that fits your theme and taste.
  • Tastings: Provides tastings to select flavors and designs.

When to book:

  • 6-8 Months Before: Secure your baker early to discuss design and flavors.

12. Transportation (Wedding Car)

  • Logistics: Provides transportation for the bridal party and guests.
  • Vehicles: Offers a variety of vehicles, from limousines to vintage cars.

When to book:

  • 4-6 Months Before: Arrange transportation to ensure timely arrivals.

13. Decor and Rentals

  • Decor Items: Provides items like table settings, chairs, linens, and more.
  • Setup and Teardown: Manages the setup and teardown of decor.

When to book:

  • 4-6 Months Before: Coordinate with your venue and florist to ensure a cohesive look.

14. Favors and Gifts

  • Most of the time it is included in your venue's wedding package.
  • Guest Gifts: Provides wedding favors for guests and gifts for the bridal party.

When to book:

  • 2-3 Months Before: Order early to ensure timely delivery.

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