Let’s Talk Tying the Knot

Our Let's Talk Tying the Knot stage, in association with Tie the Knot Scotland and designed by Enlighten My Day, makes a welcome return to the show floor this October with another impressive programme of talks from our industry-leading experts.

Hosted by Beth Forsyth, editor of Tie the Knot Scotland, the curated programme will cover significant steps in your decision-making, from making your wedding stand out, to picking the right photographer to capture your big day.

Take a look at the content of the show below:

 

 

Let's Talk Tying the Knot will be hosted by Tie the Knot Scotland's editor Beth Forsyth. As the editor of Scotland's number one wedding magazine, Beth is at the forefront of the Scottish wedding industry and has expertise across all aspects of wedding planning  – so she's perfectly placed to help get the answers to all your burning questions from our guest speakers.


   

  • Your wedding venue vetting guide, with Manorview Hotels and Glen Tanar Estate

    11:25AM

    What questions should you be asking when you are shortlisting and visiting venues to ensure you’re selecting the right one for you? Wedding venue experts from Manorview Hotels and Glen Tanar Estate offer guidance and suggestions.

    Aoibhinn Martin
    Aoibhinn Martin
    Glen Tanar Estate
    Sharon Mullen
    Sharon Mullen
    Manorview
    Susan Spence
    Susan Spence
    Manorview

    The devil is in the detail: making your wedding you, with LBS Event Design & Wedding Planners, The Kilted Cake Company and Caledonian Cowgirl

    12:35PM

    Big-ticket items all booked? It’s time to drill down into the decor and details. A panel of three pros – LBS Event Design & Wedding Planners, The Kilted Cake Company and Caledonian Cowgirl – discuss how the seemingly little touches can have a big impact and make your wedding stand out.

    Fiona Gauld
    Fiona Gauld
    Caledonian Cowgirl
    Pauline Borris
    Pauline Borris
    LBS Event Design & Wedding Planners
    Alison McCabe
    Alison McCabe
    The Kilted Cake Company

    It takes a village: how to incorporate friends and family into your ceremony and remember those who have passed away with Humanist Society Scotland

    1:20PM

    Scottish celebrants from Humanist Society Scotland discuss the various ways you can make your nearest and dearest feel included in your ceremony. They’ll talk about rituals like sand ceremonies and ring warmings, share tips for picking wedding readings and speakers, and suggest thoughtful ways that you can commemorate dearly departed loved ones so that they still feel part of your wedding.

    Ross Wright
    Ross Wright
    Humanist Society Scotland
    David Elder
    David Elder
    Humanist Society Scotland
    Helen Tuohy
    Helen Tuohy
    Humanist Society Scotland

    From aisle to dancefloor: how brides can switch up their bridal look on the big day, with Pretty Woman

    2:10PM

    Are you having a two-part wedding? Do your ceremony plans have a different feel from your reception? Or do you simply want to push the boat out with two or more bridal looks? The wedding stylists at Edinburgh bridal boutique Pretty Woman show off on-trend transformable gowns, share ideas for second dresses, and demonstrate how changing accessories can totally change the look, too.

    Lynn Reilly & Alex Reilly
    Lynn Reilly & Alex Reilly
    Pretty Woman

    Your pre-wedding beauty prep roadmap with Clarins and HAUS of Dentistry

    3:15PM

    Thinking about perfecting your smile or upping the ante on your skincare routine before your wedding? The beauty gurus at Clarins talk through perfecting your pre-wedding pampering routine with their new products, while HAUS of Dentistry chat about the options available to help you improve your smile and boost your confidence.

    Adam Morgan
    Adam Morgan
    HAUS of Dentistry
    Sandra Coetzer
    Sandra Coetzer
    Clarins