Set a budget: It's important to have a budget in mind before you start planning your wedding. This will help you make decisions and stay on track financially.
Start planning early: The earlier you start planning your wedding, the more time you'll have to find the perfect vendors, venues, and deals.
Make a list of priorities: Decide what's most important to you and your partner and prioritize those things in your planning. Usually, if you aren’t using a planner, the top 3 vendors most book first are Venue, DJ & Photographer.
Choose a venue that fits your style: The venue sets the tone for your wedding, so choose one that aligns with your personal style, not just the popular place or the cheapest one in town.
Hire a wedding planner: A wedding planner can help you navigate the planning process and make sure everything runs smoothly on your big day.
Be mindful of your guest list: The number of guests you invite will impact many aspects of your wedding, so be mindful of your guest list when making decisions. All those second cousins start to add up when it’s $30 a plate.
Select your wedding party carefully: Choose people who will be supportive and helpful throughout the planning process.
Choose the right vendors: Research and carefully select vendors that fit your needs, budget, and style.
Plan for contingencies: It's important to have a plan in case something unexpected happens on your wedding day. Most professionals in the industry carry liability insurance.
Take time to relax and enjoy the planning process: Remember that this is a special time in your life, so try to enjoy the planning process as much as possible.
Have a wedding website : A website is a great way to share important information with your guests and also to post updates.
Don't be afraid to delegate: You don't have to do everything yourself! Delegate tasks to family and friends who are willing to help.
Don't neglect the legal requirements: Be sure to check and fulfill all legal requirements for your wedding.
Create a timeline: A wedding day timeline will help ensure that everything runs smoothly and on schedule.
Consider hiring a day-of-coordinator: A day-of-coordinator can help with setup and breakdown, as well as making sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the wedding.
think about the lighting and decorations: Lighting and decorations can have a big impact on the ambiance of your wedding.
Think about the music: Music sets the tone for the entire event, so choose it carefully and make sure it reflects your personal style. This is why we are so adamant at creating CUSTOM mixes, every time!
Be mindful of timing: Keep in mind the timing of your wedding when making decisions about food, drinks, and other aspects of your big day.
Don't forget about transportation: Make sure you and your guests have transportation to and from the wedding. If the venue is out in the sticks, consider hiring a shuttle to bring everyone to and from.
Make a gift registry: A gift registry can make it easier for your guests to know what you want or need.
Be mindful of attire: Make sure everyone in the wedding party and guests knows what attire is expected. More and more weddings are going for a “classy but let’s not be uncomfortable.
Be mindful of cultural and religious traditions: If you or your partner come from a different culture or have a different religion, be mindful of those traditions when planning your wedding.
Create a wedding day emergency kit: A wedding day emergency kit can come in handy in case something unexpected happens. This could include things from, a sewing kit, Advil, bandaids…mini booze bottles…ya know, that kinda stuff!
Take engagement photos: Engagement photos are a great way to capture your love story and can be used in save-the-dates and wedding websites.
WOOOOOOOOSAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH! Just breathe and remember this is supposed to be a fun celebration. Don’t sweat the little stuff and go along with the flow and
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