It is often tempting to fall into the competition trap when it comes to planning our wedding – this is our moment and we wish to have the most lavish wedding of all.

During her preparations for world wedding domination, a bride should keep in mind that getting too caught up with outdoing her friends can easily make her lose focus of what this moment is really about: a reflection of her personality and a celebration of her relationship with her significant other.

Getting creative, going all out and aiming for the sky are all perfectly acceptable (and encouraged!) - just remember to keep the focus on you and your new life with your husband instead of making this day about your friends.