In what order should we book our wedding vendors?

The venue first, then the most sought-after vendors: wedding planner, photographer, caterer, videographer and music. Then the outfits, florist, decor and hair and make-up, and finally the cake, transport, entertainment and rings. Our wedding planning timeline sets out the calendar.

Which vendors can we find on L’Édition?

Wedding professionals working in the Var: photographers, videographers, wedding planners, caterers, DJs and musicians, florists, decorators, hair and make-up artists, dress and suit designers, cake makers, officiants, transport, stationers, entertainers and jewellers.

Do the vendors speak English?

Many wedding professionals in Provence work with international couples, but not all of them. Ask when you first get in touch, and check whether contracts and quotes can be provided in English.

Wedding vendors in the Var

Photographer, caterer, DJ, florist, wedding planner: the 15 trades to bring together around your reception venue, what to ask them and when to book them.

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Photographers
Photographing your wedding day
Book 12 to 18 months ahead
Videographers
Your wedding film and teaser
Book 9 to 12 months ahead
Wedding planners
Planning and coordination
Book 12 to 18 months ahead
Caterers
Drinks reception, dinner and service
Book 12 months ahead
Music and DJs
Ceremony, drinks reception and party
Book 9 to 12 months ahead
Florists
Bouquet, arch and centrepieces
Book 6 to 9 months ahead
Decor and hire
Furniture, tableware, marquees
Book 6 to 9 months ahead
Hair and make-up
Looking your best on the day
Book 6 to 9 months ahead
Dresses and suits
Wedding outfits and alterations
Book 8 to 12 months ahead
Cakes and pastry chefs
Croquembouche and wedding cake
Book 3 to 6 months ahead
Ceremony officiants
A symbolic ceremony made for you
Book 6 to 12 months ahead
Transport and cars
The couple's car and guest shuttles
Book 3 to 6 months ahead
Invitations and stationery
Save the dates, invitations, menus
Book 6 to 9 months ahead
Entertainment
Photo booth, children, performers
Book 3 to 6 months ahead
Rings and jewellery
Wedding rings, engraving, jewellery
Book 3 to 4 months ahead

In what order to book your vendors

The most sought-after vendors are booked first, right after the venue. Here is the order we recommend for a high-season wedding in the Var.

1. The reception venue12 to 18 months ahead
2. Wedding planners12 to 18 months ahead
3. Photographers12 to 18 months ahead
4. Caterers12 months ahead
5. Videographers9 to 12 months ahead
6. Music and DJs9 to 12 months ahead
7. Dresses and suits8 to 12 months ahead
8. Ceremony officiants6 to 12 months ahead
9. Florists6 to 9 months ahead
10. Decor and hire6 to 9 months ahead
11. Hair and make-up6 to 9 months ahead
12. Invitations and stationery6 to 9 months ahead
13. Cakes and pastry chefs3 to 6 months ahead
14. Transport and cars3 to 6 months ahead
15. Entertainment3 to 6 months ahead
16. Rings and jewellery3 to 4 months ahead

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Frequently asked questions

In what order should we book our wedding vendors?: The venue first, then the most sought-after vendors: wedding planner, photographer, caterer, videographer and music. Then the outfits, florist, decor and hair and make-up, and finally the cake, transport, entertainment and rings. Our wedding planning timeline sets out the calendar.
Which vendors can we find on L’Édition?: Wedding professionals working in the Var: photographers, videographers, wedding planners, caterers, DJs and musicians, florists, decorators, hair and make-up artists, dress and suit designers, cake makers, officiants, transport, stationers, entertainers and jewellers.
Do the vendors speak English?: Many wedding professionals in Provence work with international couples, but not all of them. Ask when you first get in touch, and check whether contracts and quotes can be provided in English.