10 Tips for a Stress-Free Wedding Day

Your wedding day is meant to be joyful, meaningful, and full of love, not stress, logistics, or unnecessary worry. But with so many moving parts, it's easy to feel overwhelmed if there’s no clear plan in place.

Whether you're getting married in London, Surrey, Kent, or somewhere further afield, these 10 tips will help you feel calm, prepared, and ready to enjoy every moment of your big day.

1. Hire a Wedding Coordinator

Even if you've planned everything yourself, a wedding day coordinator ensures it all runs smoothly when it matters most. They’ll manage suppliers, handle last-minute issues, keep the timeline on track, and allow you (and your loved ones) to fully enjoy the day without being “on duty.”

At Koso Kreates, we often hear couples say that having someone calm and organised behind the scenes was the best decision they made.

2. Have a Clear Timeline

Create a detailed but realistic schedule for the day, including prep time, travel, supplier arrivals, ceremony, meals, speeches, and evening events. Build in small buffers to avoid feeling rushed.

If you're working with a coordinator, they can create and manage the timeline for you, and make sure everyone sticks to it.

3. Pack an Essentials Kit

Think of it as your wedding day survival pack. Include things like:

• Safety pins and plasters

• Painkillers

• Mints or snacks

• Spare makeup and tissues

• Phone charger

• Sewing kit, give it to someone you trust, or your coordinator, to keep close by.

4. Delegate Where You Can

You don’t have to do it all. Ask your bridal party or family to take on small, specific roles, like handing out confetti, keeping an eye on the guest book, or coordinating group photos.

People genuinely want to help, you just need to give them something clear to do.

5. Do a Final Walkthrough

In the final week, walk through your plan one last time. Revisit key timings, ceremony order, transport details, and décor placement. Share this with your coordinator or a trusted friend so they know exactly what’s meant to happen.

6. Eat (Properly) and Stay Hydrated

It’s easy to forget to eat when you're nervous or excited, but a solid breakfast and some water throughout the day will help keep your energy and mood stable, especially if you're wearing something fitted or dancing all night!

7. Make Space for Quiet Moments

Build short breaks into your day. Whether it’s a few minutes alone as a couple after the ceremony or time to freshen up before the reception, having a pause helps you take it all in.

Some of our couples even schedule 10–15 minutes away from guests just after the ceremony, those are often their favourite moments of the day.

8. Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

Not everything will go exactly to plan and that’s okay. Whether a candle doesn't light or the playlist starts a few seconds late, most guests won’t even notice. Try to let go of the little things so you can enjoy the bigger picture.

9. Limit Your Phone Use

Consider handing your phone to a bridesmaid, groomsman, or your coordinator for the day. You don’t need to be fielding messages or chasing suppliers, you should be in the moment.

10. Focus on What Matters

At the heart of it, your wedding day is about two people committing to a life together. Focus on that. The rest (flowers, photos, timings) are just the details.

If you can stay grounded in the why, the rest of the day will fall into place more easily.

Final Thoughts

A stress-free wedding day is possible, with the right support, preparation, and mindset. By hiring a coordinator, building in breathing space, and letting go of perfection, you’re giving yourself the best chance to be fully present for every beautiful moment.

If you’re planning a wedding in London, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, or the surrounding areas, and want someone experienced to take the reins on the day, Koso Kreates is here to help.