Here is a list of things that should be non-negotiable's on your TO-DO list. It goes without saying that you will get a hair, make-up and tanning trial to say nothing of how many times you will ‘swoosh’ your wedding dress.

Camera Shy Spend some time with your photographer, even consider doing an engagement photo shoot so you know how your photographer communicates.

First Dance I would encourage you both to take a few formal dance lessons, particularly if wither of you have "two left feet".

Vows and Speeches This is a given, don’t wing it because you may forget some very important people in the moment when all the attention is on you. Practice it loud a few times and in to a mirror is a good way of getting familiar with the words.

Rehearsal This is a given. You may think a rehearsal is unnecessary – you’ve been to so many weddings, you know the routine. Maybe not. Chances are you haven’t actually done that walk as a bride, with all eyes on you. You could be the coolest of brides but as soon as you hit the top of the aisle and you capture a sea of faces with all eyes on you, there is undoubtedly a rush of adrenaline and the nerves kick in. All thoughts of what to do go out the window, even just putting one foot in front of the other has challenged a few brides at this point.

Wedding Shoes Always practice wearing and walking in your wedding shoes. Take them to your rehearsal as this is where you will have to learn to manoeuvre over uneven terrain, perhaps down steps or along the chapel aisle. Consider having two pairs, one for the ceremony and photos and one that you know you can dance the night away on the dance floor and won’t give you blisters that will ruin your honeymoon.

Ending Conversations Gracefully As you greet your guests, you'll find that everyone will want to hold a conversation with you, and if you let them go on too long it will take your night away. Practice sentences that warmly express your gratitude for your guests being there on your special day and then a polite closure that helps you move on to the next table. Something like, 'We are so happy you could be here! Please, enjoy your dinner and the bar is over there when you're ready for a refill or hope to see you on the dance floor. This makes you a gracious host and guests are happy that you have acknowledged their presence.