Business birthdays are a funny thing. Most slip by quietly – maybe a fleeting thought in the founder’s head, or a quick acknowledgment before the day takes over. But here at Polka Dot Wedding? I make it a big deal. Actually, if I’m honest, I make them a bigger deal than my own birthday.

Why? Because this isn’t just about me or a simple business milestone. This is about eighteen years of love stories. Eighteen years of late nights crafting posts until every word was just right. Eighteen years of championing incredible vendors who pour their hearts into making wedding dreams come true. Eighteen years of details (surely we must be in the millions by now?) that have made each wedding uniquely beautiful.

2024 threw us some curveballs (doesn’t it always?), but it also brought moments of pure joy. We welcomed new faces to our wonderful team who bring fresh energy and brilliant ideas. We told countless love stories that still give us goosebumps. And most importantly, we stayed true to our mission of creating a space where everyone – and we mean everyone – feels welcome.

Looking ahead to our nineteenth year, we’ve got some really exciting plans brewing. We’re cooking up content that speaks to every couple, dreaming up innovations that make wedding planning more joyful, and working on initiatives that continue to make our industry more inclusive.

So today, as tradition dictates, I’m raising a glass (of prosecco, naturally) to you – our community, our cheerleaders, our inspiration. Here’s to eighteen years of love stories, and to all the beautiful ones yet to come.

Our beautiful birthday cake by beloved Polka Dot Wedding member Ladybird Cakes. Who continually rises to the challenge of creating something magic for us.