4/13/2011

No One Said Planning Weddings Was Easy

By Adriana Noton


To have the most stress free wedding that you possibly can there are some things you can consider. Planning weddings is a anxiety filled task, but if money allows, you can hire a wedding planner. If this is not feasible, you can set up your own wedding guide and follow it to the letter.

The first thing to be considered is the wedding budget. Tradition dictates that the brides parent's cover the cost of certain things. The same follows for the parent's of the groom. Tradition is often cast aside with couples paying for their wedding or splitting the cost with parents. Just set a figure and stick to it.

The first thing you must do is arrange for a place for the event to be held. Some couples enjoy the outdoors to exchange their vows, but a second choice should be made in case of bad weather. Where the ceremony and reception will be held has to be available on the same day, at the same time. Good cuisine is an important issue as is seating capacity. How well you get along with the staff is also vital. Know that they are willing to work with you and meet your expectations.

Now that you have a place to be hold the ceremony you can begin looking at gowns. Professional shop guides will aid you in a style and fit that will have you looking your best. Your gown will most likely have to be ordered. Time must be allowed for alterations. If a custom dress is ordered, a year is not too soon to make your choice. The bride and groom should look at tuxedos and making color choices for the attendants.

Other things are photographers and vehicles. Good photographers are booked well in advance. If you know who you want get them booked. Find out what warranty policy they have against illness or for not appearing as promised. Make sure there is a back up plan. The same goes for the limousine. Unless you live in an area where there are numerous services available, book your vehicle service in advance. Pick a company that has an excellent track record for being on time both before and after the ceremony. Wedding rings can be chosen, engraved, and styled to the bride and groom's liking. .

Bring color samples to your florist, and have decorations color co-ordinated. There are now special holders available that are attached to the head table to hold all the bouquets. This makes for instant decoration. You can pick your table favors; a small thank you to those who attend your function.

Preparing your guest list depends on your budget. If you only have funds for 150 guests, inviting 200 would be folly. Printing companies order in lots of fifty cards per box. Don't forget the reply cards. Printed directions are nice for people attending from outside the area. Invitations can be addressed right away and mailed when appropriate.

Hitting the six month mark is the time to attend to smaller duties. Set up your seating arrangements, decide on the food to be served, and the music you wish played at the ceremony and the reception. Planning weddings becomes much simpler when a plan is followed and stress is greatly reduced. the perfect wedding guide will help to cover even the smallest items and nothing will be left to chance.




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