We are getting MARRIED - Let's talk about our WEDDING PLANS | EP. 17 | The Blake Debate

[@blondi681]

All people ever remember weddings are food, drinks and music. You focus and knock those out of the park, your wedding will be amazing!

[@Alexis_blake00]

Absolutely!!

[@katrose5179]

Fun and affordable: buy disposable cameras in bulk at a discount, give one to each guest and then collect them at the end of the night. It encourages guests to take photos instead of paying for a photographer, but it keeps them off the phones in the process.

[@AnnAndNala]

Yes! This! It's so great because you capture those beautiful, candid wedding moments through the eyes of your guests. And it's such a fun surprise afterwards looking at all of those special memories whilst everyone was celebrating your special day!

[@YTladytalkingagain]

That is an amazing idea. I’ma do this for the vow renewal ✨

[@elvacoburg1279]

My cousin did something similar at her wedding reception, they put half-a-dozen disposable cameras on each table and asked the guests to make use that they all got used. They also asked several of us who they knew were into photography to bring our own camera to take photos. Then after they returned form their honeymoon, they spent several weeks going through all the photos to pick those that they wanted in their wedding album. I have also taken the part of "official" photographer at the weddings of both my brothers.

[@YTladytalkingagain]

^ just because it interrupts your money, negative Nancy. Not everybody is like the people you know. My people would - especially the elderly folks. Weddings and vow renewals are special. People who love you will truly participate 🫶💜

[@christywilson986]

I went to a wedding where they did this, very fun. And the kids(if you aren't going child free wedding) really take funny pictures.

[@Jade-pl2ms]

Totally agree Alexis! I cancelled my “traditional” wedding last month, quoted roughly 15k for 30 guests (considered a small wedding), and we’re going to Vegas instead🤪

[@kelleer]

I think the reserved seats at each table for the bride and groom is brilliant!

[@Alexis_blake00]

Thank you!! x

[@margaretbaham9827]

My daughter got married in a state park (free) and had a friend do hair and makeup. A friend who is a photographer gave them a discount. And, the food was from wal! A friend made the cake. An inexpensive wedding doesn't have to be terrible. The setting was as beautiful as the ceremony! My daughter's gown was a blush colored grecian style bridesmaid dress. She was so beautiful! The money her dad would have spent became honeymoon money! Congratulations on narrowing down the date!

[@maelovell4892]

I think you guys are doing the right thing. When you take away all this that and other stuff that weddings cost!! All that matters is that you and Liam are in love ❤❤

[@cheekyminx8220]

The vintage shops do fab wedding dresses ❤🎉

[@annnikolaus6412]

Congratulations!! Your plans sound wonderful ! You should have the wedding for you and not anyone one else , do it your way!!

[@Alexis_blake00]

Thank you so much!!

[@briannahudson6329]

​​@@Alexis_blake00 for my cousins wedding as my gift to him and his bride who I love to pieces I got ordained and did the ceremony and took pictures of the bridal party before the ceremony because I took my associates in photography. Then for the actual ceremony we set a camera up on a tripod to video the ceremony and the guests had disposable cameras to take pictures so the couple could see what parts the guests thought were the most special. Same with receptions I took some pictures(first dance, groom with daughter and bride with son dance) but all the guests had disposable cameras with extras on tables for when they used all the film and there was a camera in the corner with a little rope set up around it(so no one would accidentally block the view of the camera) to record video on wide angle and the groom's mother checked it and changed the sd/memory card(if needed) every 1.5 hours or so(their reception was 7 hours long). There was a table set up for gifts just in case and on the end of that table a basket to put their disposable cameras once they used all the film in them and a basket on a podium next to the exit so guests wouldn't forget to drop their cameras on their way out even if they hadn't used all the film. In their invitations the wrote "your gift to us is your presence to celebrate our union and wishing us a happy life together but if you feel you want or need to give a physical gift we would greatly appreciate it just remember it is NOT necessary". Then the disposable cameras that hadn't been used at all were given to the bridal party and people who stayed and helped clean up(they ordered 1500 disposable cameras from Amazon even though they only had 102 guests including me). They ended up with thousands of pictures that meant the world to them because they were of moments that their loved ones thought were special and slightly blurry ones taken by the grooms 5 yr old daughter. You know how pictures look a little different when someone you love and care about takes it vs a professional/stranger?

[@laurasalmon706]

Put wedding In front of anything and it triples the price it's madness !

[@reverrage]

I think a blush color with pastel unicorn ascents could be a compromise... or vise versa... pastel unicorn colors with blush color accents...

[@fermoy29]

I got married last december (in Spain, so there may be different traditions). Some fun/personal cheap things we did on the day: we sitted with our best friends and our parents were sitted with the rest of the families, we played bingo after the main meal (there were 2 main presents), we prepared a friends dance (after the bride and groom and father/daughter dance) to start the dance party, we wrote personal thank you letters to everyone instead of giving little gifts, and we gave disposable cameras to our friends to see their perspective of the day 😊

[@chatty6661]

That sounds fantastic!! 🙂

[@Ruakh1987]

For what it’s worth - regarding colours: bride’s maids in blush with Liam’s pastel choice as accent and his mates in his choice of pastel with the blush accents.

[@kellbell515_]

This is what I was thinking as well!

[@cyndirankin]

Youcould bring those colors in with the flowers.

[@chatty6661]

That's a great idea and no compromises needed!!

[@chatty6661]

Really excited for you both xx We are also getting married next year, but very different!!! We will both be in our 60s (I turn 60 next April 😢) and we've both been married before. We live in Hungary and they use registrars who go to where you want to get married eg restaurant, local government office etc. We will be riding our motorbikes to the local office, wear jeans and t-shirt for the ceremony and have a big party in the garden with a bogrács (cauldron over a fire-pit) or 2 for food!! Probably just be my 2 girls from family and the rest will be probably the entire village!!!! Can't wait to hear more of your planning 🙂❤

[@Nine28457]

How wonderful for you both. You’re a couple that feels right together. ❤️ Find your maid of honor, and toss your ideas around with her. 💐

[@SarahLB234]

I really loved today's podcast, it was fun watching you with your quirks and jokes. I can't give advice about your wedding, mostly because i don't live in the UK. Im quite sure your wedding will be amazing. You should think about putting it on live so we can enjoy your special day with you. We could also send gifts of money to you at the same time, it will be your fan's giving you a wedding gift in the way of cash. ❤

[@SydalaTristan]

You are so beautiful together, so genuine. I think Liam will very likely be crying, not even tearing up, but niagara falls crying. Alexis, you're going to look so beautiful and like a shining light that Liam won't be able to contain himself. Im so happy for you both. *Bless you* for your sneeze 😅

[@stanleyfox4201]

In America they make a fake styrofoam tiered cake which looks real and then the actual cake is sheet cake. That is a cheaper option. Or you could get friends who are good at baking to all make cupcakes and present them really nicely.

[@GilesMeredith]

The one thing about our wedding I am grateful for is at the last minute we booked a photographer. Best thing we did. Family pics whilst nice don't catch the day the same way.

[@cheekyminx8220]

I think its nice your friends taking photos can do amazing effects these days ❤❤

[@MKSpeakz]

Congrats!!!! Your wedding is going to be amazing 🥹❤️

[@goodforthesoul3050]

Honestly Alexis I don’t see how anyone could hate you. You are such a lovely and respectful person ❤

[@paulfrels3590]

That Bridesmaid dress 👗 was FABULOUS, you could have it replicated as a Long gown, that can bottom half detach , to a short dress for your reception. Great color!!!

[@twiggy1021]

Make sure you get your wedding filmed. It's amazing how much you forget! It's such a whirlwind!! Xx

[@shelleyphilcox4743]

I would say if Liams suit is navy blue (and Im delighted to see he is going for 3 piece), soft pink will look great and timeless rather than rainbow or unicorn colours and is generally quite kind to most complexions, unless a bridesamaid has very olive toned skin. Reflections off sage green is not always kind to the complexion, so although beautiful, use lightly! Mostly you should think about what colour suits the bridesmaids so they look lovely and feel good too...they will glow rather than feel self conscious. Alexis, you have good taste and are very elegant in your style...play to that strength.

[@mariaew9163]

My suggestion: wedding first then reception with guests on a completely different day. My husband and I are easy going, laid back people. Fancy is not our style. When we got married it was just us, our parents, the officiant and a photographer. Got married at the local gardens. Dinner afterwards was at a winery, just us and the parents. I would have been happy with no reception, but the in laws were insistent on a reception. So we had a low key reception at a barn 3 weeks after officially getting married. Lots of people invited. BBQ for the food and ice cream for dessert. Dress code was literally wear whatever you want. We had people in polos and shirts, then others in fancy dresses. It was cheap, fun and not stressful. However all I remember from the reception is going table to table talking to guests. It was go, go, go. While the wedding day 3 weeks prior was just about us and more private. I don't regret a thing about it.

[@sandiellis8305]

I would say maybe rethink the video ..... I was supposed to have a friend do one but it broke on the day so I have nothing ...it was the only thing that went wrong. Im sad as I wouldve now been able to see my nan and grandad walking around and also my auntie who passed too early . And now my Dad died last year ! I have lovely photos and it is sad to see so many have gone. Not having a video I regret to this day - 36 years on.

[@bambiplantz202]

Blush would look nice with the navy

[@staceyeugster9260]

We saved money by doing 2 sheet cakes instead of a huge multi tiered cake. The one we cut went with the western theme of our wedding. The other one is what we served to our guests. We used paper plates & forks for the cake & plastic cups for the toast. We also did beef stew & biscuits for the food. ( Went with the western theme.) It was amazing & the whole thing cost around $4000.

[@CharliStar]

Eeeee!!! *sooooo EXCITED for you both!!!!* ❤❤❤ Don’t spend a fortune, spend what you need to make sure you and everyone have fun together and make awesome memories together!! Then spend the money enjoying yourselves as a newly married couple!! Cheap idea for a photo wall : get a huge piece of wood…. spray paint it a background colour… go to Hobby Craft and buy a load of artificial flowers / vines… and a staple gun…. Create your own one of a kind Photo Wall for your guests to take pictures of each other.

[@romainewardle4390]

I can't wait to see your wedding photos you will both look gorgeous. My only advice is enjoy every beautiful moment the time goes so quickly ❤

[@christophervincent77]

Food carts are a great idea. can't help you on colors - the wife and I are super gothy so pastels and softer colors are generally nowhere to be found. Building a selfie station with a nice backdrop using an ipad or something is a fun one that I've seen people do successfully.

[@AlanaByTheShore]

Mazel tov, Liam and Alexis!!! We are getting married next September in 2025. I was scrutinized by family for posting pictures in wedding dresses online even though they weren't my dress. Smh. I don't like the sage green much either or pastels. We're doing metallics mostly for our wedding. It's your special day so you do what makes you and Liam happy 😊 😃 😀 😄 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@Stephanie1975_sw]

Great vlog x Here are a few budget ideas 💡 for your wedding 2025 Make your own table settings (hobby craft) & pop into a college to see if you can hire student photographers 📸 We had 2 student photographers at our wedding & they took over 1000 photos & we paid £100 the photos were lovely, plus we looked at their portfolios before saying yes 😀 We had a buffet at ours, and we asked our local butcher to do the spread & the deserts we got from Iceland I wish you both the best with your wedding plans x Sending huge hugs xx ❤️

[@Nikedog2007]

We got married with 11 guests and it was the best idea (oh, and the dress was made by my husband ❤). I would always choose this over a big fat wedding. Congratulations to you both, I am looking forward for the ‚wedding episode‘. 😄

[@stephanmoore9400]

I would so perform for you too absolutely love this couple.. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@janemcnaughten7275]

Hello Alexis and Liam. When my hubby & I got married forty years ago. The need for continuous entertainment wasn't even thought about. We had a sit down buffet. Our singer during the wedding ceremony was a bloke that worked with my Father-in-law & my youngest Sister-in-law. We did have a band though. Our colours were dusty pink for the B Maids, hubby & his groomsmen wore navy suits with dusty pink ties, I wore cream as white made me look like a ghost. My Mum & Dad hired " Flim Flam The Telegram Man" who sung about me & Gerard. My daughters ( who had not been born yet) laugh about our wedding day, as the reception place is now a funeral parlour & we have said farewell to quite a lot of family from there. That was 41 years this year & to be honest I don't remember much about it. I was twenty & hubby was twenty five. He remembers more than me 😊 Oh and our photographer cost just over $500.00 but that was considered expensive in 1983. Remember it is YOUR day. Good luck. Jane in New Zealand 🇬🇧🇳🇿

[@mabpixie]

I hope you post the video of your wedding. You are going to be so gorgeous. We put out disposable cameras at the tables so my guests could take candid photos so we can see what my guests thought were the best moments.. I love the food truck idea. I did a grooms cake in the colors he picked and my bridal colors in what I like. The grooms men can also have the grooms colors. You two are so stinking cute together.

[@michellesmolek2904]

Will you share some of the wedding? You guys are great…🐾🌺🐾

[@Liam_blake00]

we will

[@BrandiMae321]

Blush, gold, and navy look AMAZING together! Also, use flowers that are in season (they are way cheaper). I love the google drive idea for the reception but I personally think you should get a photographer for the ceremony(even if it’s a friend that takes great photos). It’s worth it to have a few great pictures. For my wedding, it was outside and we did a potluck BUT the twist was that all of the containers were the “gifts” and they had to give us the recipe. It was fun! Ok sorry so long…I love you guys and weddings make me happy!

[@lauragillespie8252]

Instead of Photo Booth I bought a Polaroid insta camera, put everyone’s name at the wedding on a board and there was a message to our guests to find their name and replace it with their photo:-). Was fun and got a lovely photo record of everyone at the wedding.

[@Bertrand8260]

What Liam said: you're the Real Deal 🫶📯 you truly are beautiful and the real deal! Just lovely! From a true feminine & admirer!

[@Alexis_blake00]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@BelieveWomenWhenWeSay]

You two are #couplegoals to the maaaaaax! Thank you for modeling what a healthy relationship looks like. 😍

[@kdscraftcorner]

I love the color blush, but blush doesn't love me. That might be something to consider. I look yellow, almost jaundiced in blush. Maybe do a combo of both of your options. Drop the pink, replace it with blush, then either do one or both of his other colors, but pale to go with the blush. I think a blush and very pale lavender/lilac would be stunning as a color theme. One thing I think is a great idea for the bridesmaids dresses is to allow them to have some say in the style and cut of the dress. They don't all have to match. If one is self-conscious about her shoulders or upper arms she can do a longer sleeve, if one doesn't like her legs, she can do a long dress, one may prefer form-fitting where another prefers flowing. I don't think the bridal party has to be all matching. Plus, if they pick their own style they might get more than one use out of the dress. I also think if nothing else you may want to invest in a photographer just for the wedding and family/bridal party photos. Those are priceless photos and memories that you would look back on. Then do like others have suggested get disposable cameras and have family and friends handle the reception. Another option might be to get a handful of Instax cameras and film and let people pass them around. Then have a photo album or 2 on a table where they can add their photos to your album. You could also do instax selfies for the photo booth.

[@jenniferlisow2901]

In regards to wedding color scheme, if the groom & groomsmen are wearing navy suits, then I suggest a pastel cool color for the bridesmaids' dresses. If you do select blush pink color, make sure it pops as blush pink in pictures. Sometimes colors don't read the same in pictures so it's good to take pictures of the dresses next to the wedding dress to see how it looks.

[@caracoates4834]

Totally true, we spent our whole wedding talking to our different guest. I became a wedding vendor after my wedding, and to do it again I would not spend the amount of money I spent. The day goes so fast. My suggestion is spend your money on what is important to you. As far as photography, it is most lasting thing from that day. But even then twenty years later, I look at a couple pictures on the wall periodically. I never looked at my album after the first couple years. We watched the video when first got it and put it away. After my children got older, we showed them the video once.

[@vickieandrew1010]

Nice one Liam. I gifted one of my son's, who you remind me of , with a classic silver stop watch to wear on his wedding day 4yrs ago with his blue plaid 3 peice suit. He looked wonderful. ❤ Alexis...don't discount the ugly dresses on the hangers, try them all on and when you know, you'll know.❤ Apart from that I've no advice except to remember it's about your love and commitment to each ❤ It's one important day in a new chapter for you's and your guests will enjoy whatever you's do. Don't buy into rip off trends and keep it as simple as you can , so that you's can enjoy the planning of it too, by compromising. Imho. ❤

[@jennifernash9117]

We had a buffet that was refilled all day and didn’t have place settings - people ate when they wanted and sat with who they wanted- best decision ever!

[@kelaines5082]

As for the colors....do the blue colors Liam wants. But u can use blush with that....have the flowers blush to match ur dress. You HAVE to go to Auntie Goks bridal shop. I'd love to see what he would pick for u to wear.

[@AngryPanda.]

Saw your video with Buck Angel. Love that you're getting noticed within this community. You deserve it. You're one of the few people who manages to speak sense in such a way that is firm but also manages to be be compassionate and not offensive to anyone. If everyone, from every side, was as kind and compassionate as you these conversations would be so much more productive. Congrats hope you have an amazing wedding day and rest of your lives together.

[@wendydonnelly1881]

Go with the blush, then have the colours Liam wants in the flowers and table decorations. The groomsmen can wear those colours in their ties, one colour each man.

[@cathw61]

Hello from AZ! I've been watching your videos for awhile, thought I had subscribed...now I have. I was watching the video where you went for the photo shoot for the wedding dresses and had a cry- you looked so beautiful ❤. At 62 I don't think I've ever learned how to put makeup on and yet it seems so natural and easy for you. Maybe you could teach us girls how to do it properly! It's just flawless and never looks made up. So excited for your wedding, I'm going to cry like a little girl ☺. Just wanted to send you both enormous love and thank you for sharing your story, helping us understand what your life is like, and teaching people how not to be scared or angry or hateful. You are a beautiful soul and I'm so happy you and Liam found each other to love!

[@SarinaValentinaxo]

I really believe you are both meant for each other. Don’t let the stereotypes get to your head about marriage! I’m all for you both you are doing this! Yay! ❤ I think wholesome is the way to go, you are both in love you’ll bring good energy and host it no matter the condition ❤

[@cocktailsquirrel]

Love the food truck idea. My son and daughter-in-law had a local pizza place that had portable pizza ovens. They made fresh pizza at the reception. The wedding was at a yoga studio. It’s was fabulous!!!

[@nicoleg9575]

Black bridesmaid dresses would make it seem formal, in my opinion. I really love the look of red and white, and you can even throw some black in there with that. I could care less what is in style at the time. You have to do what you guys love and want. It's your day! ~I would choose the blush over the unicorn pastels. Sorry Liam!

[@carolgrainger8578]

Congratulations to both of you, just do your wedding however you want it & enjoy it xxxl

[@Alexis_blake00]

We will! thank you xx

[@lucylindsay3442]

Oh on the cake front we bought 3 cakes (appropriate sizes) from a posh high street chain of shops and then put ribbon around the bottom. So you could make them into a tiered stacked cake.

[@sarahgamson8828]

I used to photograph weddings and design digital wedding albums. I highly recommend a professional photographer for some nice photos of the two of you and with special friends and family. You don't have to have the complete day if the cost is an issue, not everyone wants pictures of getting ready and things but I think some nice photos when you are married are something you can look back on for the rest of your life together. I love wedding dresses and wish I could go try loads on coz it looks so fun lol 😅

[@kaysie11dh]

I had dusty pink. Gorgeous colour!

[@ironictea]

You both are so ADORABLE. ♥ The wedding is going to be amazing, no matter the theme. Sending all the blessings and good vibes!

[@freddiexoxx]

Not sure if this has been recommended yet but I HIGHLY recommend going to Hobby Craft and The Range, they both have an amazing selection of decorations and bits and bobs for an affordable price. It might be a good bonding before the wedding and that way you also feel apart of making the wedding in a way.

[@MichaelYoder-e8g]

Congratulations! I'm sure it will be FAB no matter what you plan. Simple is good and I'm sure there are companies, photographers, caterers that would assist you in finding the right dress and suit for Liam. I suggested to another YTer that she should have an all white wedding, where anyone who doesn't wear white has to go change. And if Liam's wearing a '20's suit see if you can rent a 20's wedding dress - they are spectacular.

[@DontCareL0L]

I don't know if this is affordable.. but definitely fun idea. Instead of spending a lot of money on coloured rice to be thrown on you as you leave the afterparty reception-thing, you could have everyone light sparklers and send you off under the light of the sparklers!

[@vg7735]

I've never been married so I'm not sure what to suggest. It is a very personal thing. What I would like could be different from what you want. I like the sound of blush or pastel for bridesmaids. I like a mix of chiffon and satin but designs would depend on what your dress looks like. I like what Liam wants to wear. Can't wait to see some of your wedding if you want to share it. You might get more than you bargained for Alexis, Liam might be sobbing seeing you ;-)

[@alisonweissenberger7015]

I think the blush pink would look really lovely with the navy suits

[@sjanex]

I just can’t believe how expensive weddings are 😵‍💫 my sister just got married and I couldn’t believe how much make up artists, hair stylist and photographers charge. I will be doing all that myself thanks (family and friends can take pics and send them to us 😂)

[@JackieBrown93]

And wedding venues! I looked at one that was nice but nothing fancy. They wanted £5k! I know a lot of venues want that or more but this place was not worth paying £5k+ for. It’s gotten ridiculous.

[@SerenaMarenco]

When my brother married we did everything ourselves and it was very nice. I was the photographer when my brother in law married, and it came out very nice.

[@katrose5179]

I’ve seen some couples distribute a disposable camera to each guest and collect them at the end of the night, it’s pretty affordable and means That you encourage guests to get involved without being on their phones!

[@SerenaMarenco]

@katrose5179 yes, a friend did the same when he married. Today, with smartphones, it comes even better.

[@BubbleB0T]

Do a sweetheart table!!! We are doing the same! We have been a little judged for it but know I will love it so so so much ❤❤❤❤

[@AndroulaCarnew]

Blush and Navy is a great combo. X

[@autumn-dusk]

I absolutely love the idea of hiring a drag queen for the entertainment. That would be so much fun. I believe the most important thing for weddings is that the couple be true to who they are. For example, I ended up having a traditional wedding. Me being me, I would have much preferred a gorgeous natural setting in a foresty area.

[@GrabsteinMx]

I'm excited to see the wedding pics. Y'all'll look *so* good, in whatever you wear. When my wife and I got married 20 years ago, we just had a simple backyard wedding with immediate family and *very* close friends. Our entertainment was each other and the BYOB. A good time was had by all.

[@paulaherron7712]

I agree spend ur cash on bricks n motor ! Have a day that you enjoy!🎉🎉🎉❤

[@catmckiernan892]

Definitely think you should consider midnight blue and white which will fit with Liam's suit plans. It will be gorgeous whatever you decide on, you're stunning x

[@DannaHiggins]

we made our own invitations, table centers and programs- it saved us a fortune , we also had a photography student do our pictures, he was great and super cheap. we had a fabulous day , no one knew , we didnt tell 😂 most of our money went on the venue /free bar, we spent all the money we saved on our honeymoon in Nice ❤ been together 20 years 🎉🎉 whatever you want to do will be a reflection of you & Liam, dont let anyone put you off doing what you want , want a drag queen, have one- you only get one first wedding day , enjoy the process too , cant wait to see how lovely you will look in your dress Alexis ❤

[@annettesmith472]

One of the nicest weddings I’ve been to was during covid and it was just parents, siblings and grandparents and it was such a lovely relaxed day.

[@RaymondWeidenbach]

You and Liam ❤️ Wishing you all the best. You both deserve it ❤❤❤❤

[@niag184]

Make the day what you want! You say the day is for everyone else but it is for you two! It's for you to celebrate your love in the presence of those you love and who love you. It's an excuse for a big party basically! 😂 We had no video but had a photographer. No speeches. We wanted a party vibe and that's what we got. My husband cried. It wasn't expected but I got the single tear! 😢 But if Liam doesn't cry then don't worry, just let the day unfold. I had a bit of a vision but the most important part of the day was my boyfriend becoming my husband and me becoming his wife so I didn't care to much about how it all ran. And it was a perfect day in the end. Main thing- have fun 🎉🎉🎉❤

[@LLopez-sx1jr]

You could look for a photographer to do the getting ready, the ceremony, and the portraits after. Just maybe like 3 hours. Sometimes they'll give you a better deal for a few hours. (It'll still sound like a lot, but sooo much work goes into editing, when I did weddings it'd be an 8-12 hour day and then 40-60 hours of editing after).

[@LouLou19814]

Me and my partner got married 2 weeks ago. We had a buffet which my mam did, it was an amazing day. But I did spend alot of time checking on guests making sure they had a day. I think we spent spent £10,000 all in 😊

[@LouLou19814]

We also had pink white and blue in bouquets to show trans colours

[@valbonney2575]

Lovely news, how exciting for you both! 🥰 Why not look at slightly different shades of pink, purple (lilac?) and blue, that would be closer to the 'blush' look Alexis wants, but still vaguely giving 'unicorn vibes'? A happy compromise! Both mine (to my late husband) and my step-daughter's weddings were 'home-made' and low key, and were two of the most joyful and relaxed weddings I've ever been to! It's not about spending the most money, it's about making a day that's comfortable and enjoyable for everyone, and celebrates the love of the happy couple ❤💙💜💛 xx

[@lynnewilliams542]

Congratulations. So happy for the 2 of you.

[@funigrl2]

I’m so happy for you! You are smart to spend your money on a home. Sounds like you are going to have a fun wedding!

[@bigboy77dk]

Regarding a wedding dress, Alexis, I think you would look absolutely stunning in a 50's style dress! The skirt should be just under the knee, full and fluffy, but easily "collapsible"😂 That would also look really good with Liams chosen style! Some good advice from a stylist!! Wear your hair up! And pick a veil, that is short! You can add on a longer veil for the ceremony, if you want. But having a shorter veil for the party is a really good idea, because it is much more manageable😊 And lastly, choose a natural makeup. All of this will ensure, that you get a good day, and don't feel trapped in a big, heavy dress and long veil, and that the hair and makeup is kept in order for the whole day - and by keeping to the classics, you wont cringe over your photos in 10-20 years 😂 I would find a decent photographer for a wedding shoot. Just for maybe an hour, to take the important photos, and then the rest can be more free form 😊

[@sheenachristina2385]

My husband and I make Mead (honey wine) so our wedding “give away” were splits of mead with labels we printed ourselves. I think the cost came to like $3 per…and we encouraged that everyone take one home and join us in a toast (in person or virtually) for our first anniversary. We made a “fake cake” from styrofoam rounds and a hidden panel to cut and take pictures in front of, and then just did sheet cake for our guests. I think the blush with the uniform accents will be fun- blush dresses with unicorn colored flowers. I look forward to watching the process and planning!

[@Aj-gb5gh]

Congratulations! So happy for the 2 of you.

[@technicoloryaya549]

When we got married, we had a potluck reception where I made the cake and cupcakes. We bought cheap cameras and announced pass them around. We took time to put together to make 3 different playlists for the wedding, the dining, and then the dance party. We got married 3 1/2 years ago. Our colors were Royal blue and orange with pale accents of the same. Oh! We also had board games out so people could play as they wanted. We didn't have a head table. We just chose wherever there was room amongst our guests and just wandered to sit and chat. Nit everyone's cup of tea, but it was fun.

[@EphraimsMum]

Go to the florist and work out what flowers your going to get. That will affect your colours. Then you can pick bridesmaid dresses. Dusky pink and navy will be really nice. If you want rainbow just go for it, it is your day, ask the people who do the consult what they would recommend, then you have your options. The other thing is when you get the dress that is the big thing everything goes around that. I really like Liams outfit choice. Lace looks amazing you by the way.

[@mephistofleece]

Aww congrats guys 🎉❤ best wishes and lots of love your way xx

[@LMin-p8w]

My niece had a huge buffet and a pig roast at her wedding. It was amazing. Plus, as it was in the gardens of a large pub when all the guests had finished eating what they wanted the rest of the pig was sold to the other customers. So, it paid for itself.

[@paulaherron7712]

Its OK liam just you yank a few nose hairs out then turn round!😂youll have tears then😂😂❤

[@Antonia17482]

Aww! Your wedding sounds like it's going to be amazing! ❤

[@brendablair5899]

I agree with Liam. You are the real deal.

[@leannepryde8876]

Come to New Zealand 🎉 we got married for $150 by a celebrant at home, then went out for pizza where we went for our second date. We hate fuss, so randomly surprised friends and family when we visited. I love other peoples weddings, so I'm looking forward to hearing what you guys did ❤

[@paulfrels3590]

Liam: Go Cook for your Beautiful Queen 👸!!!

[@Liam_blake00]

alright im going!!!!!

[@michelleshephard9690]

I quite like neutrals for bridesmaids, even different shades from the same colour pallet. Also different styles can work. I am so pleased for you both

[@Photography_by_Kavan]

If you want a photographer there I might be able to help, I mostly do street and portrait photography, I love capturing natural moments that show the true beauty of people. I have done a wedding as a second shooter and absolutely loved doing it.

[@sharonsecord5777]

I think your idea about saving money and enjoying your special day makes so much sense and being able to use the extra money you will save for doing something really special for both of you is so important too.🥰🥰

[@katrose5179]

I can’t find the comment I left before to edit, but for the colors: it entirely depends on the skin tones of the bridesmaids. Rather than go full pastel, which might wash someone out and then you’ll want to change it with photoshop in pictures, consider a single color you like and then let match the hue to the bridesmaid. It lets you still have a rainbow, but one might be in pastel pink while another is in a jewel tone.

[@kiki29073]

Agree. Or,,even let them pick their own style and color to a point.

[@katrose5179]

@@kiki29073 yeah, it’s more important than I think some people realize to take into account some colors like bad on people. Like. If I’m in a bridal party and the dresses are yellow, I’ll wear yellow. It’s not my day. But I’m going to warn the bride, because me in yellow will draw attention. Not because I look good in it-I don’t. I literally look like a walking corpse. I’ve been told by friends that it can’t be that bad, gone into a dressing room and come out in yellow and seen them pale and tell me to change. It just looks wrong in a way that draws attention.

[@cecybellard1]

I miss the long form podcasts, like having a proper "hang out" sesh with you guys - but I understand if the views are better on shorter videos. Might be an idea to set up a separate podcast channel? I've seen other husband/wife creators do that - have a main, a vlog and a podcast separate XXX

[@Liam_blake00]

Thanks for the feedback - we have a million and one things in our ideas box haha - we both work full time and then do the social media and editing etc - we cannot fit any more time into anything right now - today was my only day off all week and i spent 9 hours of it video editing lol. It wasnt so much the views are better or worse on the type of content we just noticed lots of people dropping off after halfway and it also allows us to film two a week then instead of just one. xx

[@cecybellard1]

@@Liam_blake00 yeah of course man totally get it! I'm just being content greedy lol Xx big love to you both!

[@millenniafever]

The white wedding with something I wanted so much. I’m very happy for you.

[@cicichambers3887]

Rent and set up four or five 4K cameras. Have three on normal speed. And have one popping random shots on a timer. Take shots from the rolling film . Instead of loading to a card, find a cable out to load to a multi terabyte drive

[@vanessamin8431]

Congratulations!!!!!!!

[@Alexis_blake00]

woooo thank you!! x

[@carolinewebber2192]

Soooo excited to watch the build up to this ❤