Exclusive Suppliers

You might have seen me post a few times about Exclusive suppliers or I Do's Trusted Suppliers Network.

But what is it?

Exclusive Suppliers saw that couples needed better protection when booking vendors for their big day. So they decided to do something about it. Now they carefully check out every supplier who wants to join, making sure they're insured, come recommended plus many other things.

I Do magazine then teamed up with them to create the trusted supplier network, designed to give couples peace of mind when booking their suppliers.

So why did I join?

When I was asked to be a founding member of Exclusive Suppliers, I just knew this was what the wedding industry had been crying out for. Honestly, the lack of regulation in our industry is pretty frightening, and it's been needed for ages – something that actually helps couples feel confident they're booking suppliers who are safe and reliable. Being part of building the solution to that from the ground up just felt right.

What really took me by surprise was the community we'd be building together. The support, the friendships, the advice – it's all been brilliant. These aren't just networking contacts; they're genuine friendships with people who actually get what it's like working in this industry. It's the kind of support system you don't realize you need until you have it.

Being an Exclusive Supplier has genuinely made a difference to my business. When couples are deciding who to book, knowing I'm part of this vetted group gives them that extra reassurance they're choosing a good supplier. And let's be honest, in this industry, trust is everything.

The social media reach has been amazing too. Every single post that Exclusive shares gets seen by so many more people than my regular posts. The engagement is noticeably higher, which means more couples finding my work and understanding the standards I'm committed to.

What really sets Exclusive apart is the people running it and the members involved. It's a group of genuinely like-minded people who are all here supporting each other – not trying to fight or compete with one another. It's just so refreshing to be part of something where everyone's genuinely rooting for each other's success.

Kimberley Hill Photography

Where can you find out more?

Check out Exclusive Suppliers website for a full list of suppliers.

Or Head over to I Do Magazine

There are also frequent wedding fairs where you can meet suppliers in person and discuss their services. Keep an eye on social media for updates about upcoming fairs.