Everyone wants to remember their wedding day with fond memories. It is one of the most monumental days of your life, and one that you would like to live in style. The day itself requires time and a lot of organization, one aspect of the day that is often overlooked or left to the last minute is the wedding transportation.

Traditionally, it is the groom’s responsibility to arrange transportation for the wedding party, but many grooms are unaware of this aspect. They just lack the knowledge and understanding to know exactly how important this day is for the bride-to-be.

Some grooms even delegate this responsibility to the best man, and if you’re a bride-to-be and you’re worried that your husband-to-be doesn’t understand how important it is to find the best transportation for you, you may have to. yourself. Here are some tips on how to get the most out of your wedding car rental, even if you don’t know much about transportation.

1) Think about the trip you will take and who will be in the wedding cars. It is important that you think about where the pickup points are and exactly who you would like to be in the cars. How many bridesmaids, flower girls and pajeros you will have will determine how many cars you will need. If you want to stick to the traditional car, why not consider renting a classic seven-seat Daimler limousine? Also, consider asking a family member or friend to bring large bags or luggage, as not all cars have enough storage space.

2) Think in time and be realistic. Decide on your travel route as soon as possible and make sure the wedding car rental company knows exactly where you want to go. Some brides like to take a special route to church, perhaps to stop by the old school or friends’ houses, while after the ceremony, the bride and groom may want to enjoy a ride in the wedding car before go to the reception. The car rental company will help you plan a route and times, but keep in mind what you would like. You may need 2 cars to get the wedding party to the venues in the correct order and on time.

3) Think about the color of the car. It’s important that the car you rent complements the color theme of your wedding, so don’t go for a bright red wedding if your theme is ivory and pastel green. It is also worth checking before you sign the rental agreement if the wedding car rental company is willing to match the ribbons and flowers on the car to your dress or color theme.

4) Book early. Unsurprisingly, wedding car rental companies are bombarded with requests for their services, especially on Saturdays and during the summer months. Therefore, it is extremely important that you book your wedding well in advance, ideally 12 to 18 months in advance or as soon as you have set the date.

5) Think about the style of the car. Just as important as getting your car color scheme right, you also need to make sure that the styling of the wedding car reflects the style of your wedding. If you’re going to a traditional or classic style wedding, then a classic Rolls Royce Silver Cloud or Daimler limousine might be the best car choice. But if you’re planning an unusual wedding or something a little different, why not consider renting an Aston Martin DB7 or Morse Jaguar wedding car?

6) Think about your clothing and your comfort in the car. Like the color and style, you’ll also need to consider the size of the car you’re renting. You want to make sure that the carriage is big enough for your dress to fit comfortably, especially if the dress has a long train. The wedding car hire company will be happy to advise and show you the right cars, but consider the style of your attire and how this may affect the car you choose. You will be able to do this by making an appointment to view the cars in person.

7) Always see the cars before you book. Older cars can vary greatly in their condition, if cars are kept in a garage all year round they are likely to be of a higher standard and better maintained. You can check that it is the actual car that you will get for your wedding, and a reputable company will be happy to invite you into their showroom to view the cars.

8) Ask if you get exclusive use of the car. Make sure the wedding car rental company only reserves one car, per wedding, per day. This means that the car is not booked twice and the service is focused only on your wedding day. Some firms only have one or two cars and will try to make as much money as they can during key wedding season. They may also have to leave for another wedding or charge by the hour with additional hidden costs if your wedding overruns.

9) Ask if the company has liability insurance. There are many hobbyist wedding car owners who do not function as a proper business. An easy way to sort them out is to look into wedding rental insurance and liability insurance, it’s an expensive cost.

10) Ask how the company will prepare for your wedding day. The company must plan the schedules of the drivers. Each chauffeur must have a full briefing and run a mock route prior to the wedding. This will also check for any disruptions to the roads or any roadwork plans that may cause delays. The cars need to be prepared a couple of days before the wedding to make sure they are in the best condition and decorated according to your requirements.