Planning a wedding is an involved process, and it is sometime difficult to know where to start. This guide is meant to help you break that uncertainty and get the ball rolling
The venue impacts the rest of your wedding plans, so it should be one of the first things you decide on. You can go a long way toward setting the mood for your wedding just with the location. Do some online research and visit these locations at the time of day you’d like to have your event.
Budgeting, while not the most fun part, is crucial to the success of your event. Without budgeting you risk running out of money on luxuries before you’ve paid for the essentials. Sit down with your groom and your families if they will be contributing and determine how much you can afford to spend.
Dress shopping is one of the most exciting parts of the wedding planning process. Try visiting several shops before you make any purchase to be sure you get what you like. This is one area that you can take a little time in, provided you make your choice early enough for alterations to be finished.
There will be many caterers competing for your business, so it’s to your benefit to weigh your options. There should be tastings and sample menus available to help you make your choice. Don’t forget to ask about pricing and exactly what services are provided.
The guest list is where the cost of many weddings explode. If you’re trying to save money, keep the list down to people you actually know and talk to. Your mom may want to invite all her friends from work, but if you’ve never met them and money is tight, you may have to say no.
There are several sources for invitations and save the date cards. They can be found online, in printing stores like kinkos, or in specialty wedding shops. Many places will offer packages that include the invitations, return envelopes, and many other extras.
The culmination of any reception dinner is the wedding cake. Yours should show your own unique style while still being a delicious treat for your guests. Many chain stores will do wedding cakes, but you may want to look into local bakers if you prefer more personal attention.
These should be enough to start off your planning. Try not to let yourself get over stressed by the details. Wedding planning should be a fun and rewarding experience.
