So if you're stuck in the throes of wedding party planning the first thing to do is send out your wedding invitations to let your guests know about your big day. Next you may need a few finishing touches that will guarantee a big impact on your big day, here are a few of this year's wedding trends for you…

If you’re thinking about hosting a get together in your garden this summer, here are our five top tips for planning the perfect summer soiree. 1. Light it up Though summer evenings stretch late into the night, you’ll still need to invest in some lights if you want the party to continue after the sun has gone down. Solar lights are ideal for summer parties. …

Send party invitations You can really set the tone with these garden party invitations from Putty Print. With a colourful floral pattern, they will give guests a small glimpse of what’s in store. Throw it on a Sunday There are many be…

Invite his work colleagues (past and present) You’ll no doubt already have an idea of who’ll be coming from your dad’s friends and family, but you might have to do a little bit of research when it comes to his work colleagues. Since it’s such a momentous occasion, you’ll want to invite people who he’s worked alongside throughout his career. This way there’…

Decide on a date Be sure to take into account that some guests may be busy on days such as Good Friday and Easter Sunday. After all, these are typically family-oriented dates. Instead, you should make full use of the school holidays since most kids will have two full weeks off and their parents will be looking at filling the time during that period. Send…

Book a venue If the guest of honour is active and living independently, then ask them where they'd like to celebrate. Would a restaurant be more suitable, or would they prefer a summer garden party at home? If they reside in a care home, consult with the carers and see whether there's a suitable space to hold a party inside or out, or for a budget option, look into hiri…