Everyone has a time in life when they meet the right person they are looking for. It is such a magical experience to have a person share your life with you. Through all the miseries of life, through thick and thin, then comes the most important and auspicious day of your life: your wedding day. Marriage is a pious and one of the most awaited affairs of our lives. Marriage is the biggest celebration to be nostalgic about for the rest of our lives, with music, food, dance, and drama. A wedding is a ceremony that unites two individuals and ties them together in a relationship of trust, compassion, and companionship. Marriage brings families closer together; with the addition of a new member comes prosperity and good fortune.
Matrimonial ceremonies hold a special place in every mythology and religion. Every community has its own way of interpreting and solemnizing the ceremonies. Every practice is different in different religions with different beliefs but the foundation is the same; pure love and faithfulness. Every ceremony teaches you to be committed to your partner, be supportive and respect each other.
Marriage is paramount for both men and women. It is the ultimate fortunate day that will lay the foundation for your happy life ahead. Weddings are one-of-a-kind moments that we do not come across every day. There is constant pressure, nervousness, and butterflies in the bellies on this day. It could be the venue, the guests, the food, and whatnot. But the most important thing is the attire, or “the wedding dress”.
Nowadays, couples are too conscious about the way they look and get captured in photos, videos, etc. Couples want to put their best foot forward when it comes to fashion. It takes an army of stylists and makeup artists to achieve the look you desired for your wedding day. Wedding costumes have become “the most talked about thing”. Whenever any matrimonial function is discussed, the costumes are always discussed. It also remains registered as to what the bride and the groom wore and how they looked, how best it suited them, how they complemented each other, etc.
Planning weddings is necessarily important to make functions successful. Most importantly, many things needed to be shopped in the first place. Wedding shopping is usually exciting and tiring at the same time. It is the first step in wedding prep.
Shopping for the wedding is an art :
- List
Jotting down is the zeroth step in every shopping trip. Having a shopping list can make the entire task simpler. You tend to get a clear picture of what the requisites are. You can always sort the list by priority and shopping venue. This list also depends on whether you are the bride or groom and varies accordingly.
Brides usually have a longer list than the groom. The wedding dress, related jewelry, and accessories. Various looks need to be planned for various functions. The same goes for the groom.
There has to be a special mention of ornaments shopping. The wedding ring or the “mangal sutra”. Sometimes certain special shopping requires to be done with the auspicious timings “mahurat”. That also has to be taken care of.
- Time
Wedding shopping needs to be done way beforehand. You cannot afford to miss out on any item on the list. So start preparing before time. Also, assigning proper time schedules for each item will prevent making the shopping experience a tiring one. Furthermore, shopping ahead of time allows you to return or exchange an item that you did not like. This gives you a lot of time to plan and avoid any confusion on the wedding day. Starting early ensures that you strike off on every item on your list. This will also help you to make your own choices so that you don’t have to make adjustments for your wedding.
- Online Research
Online shopping has many plus points when it comes to wedding shopping. There are various affordable and adorable options available online. Ranging from your wardrobe to wedding cards, there is an online store available for every item. So comparing and trying online alternatives makes your shopping easier and more convenient. It saves you time and money and effort.
- Budget
People have resorted to fancy weddings these days. The “Big Fat Weddings” has replaced the simplistic and religious ceremonies. Many couples spend their life savings on their ravishing weddings ending up in lifetime monetary obligations. Always, pre-fix a budget and be cautious to never over exceed it. Moreover, you can have an overall budget and a budget against each item on your list. In this manner, you are eliminating the risk of overbudgeting at the grass root level.
- Avoid being blindfolded
The online world has become easily accessible that has deeply penetrated our lives. We tend to get influenced by trendy, shiny glamorous things we see around us. In the bargain, we end up following them and lose our individuality. Being true to ourselves and adding your personal touch to the dress décor or whatever will make you happier than blindly pursuing someone else’s dream. Also, this might be injurious to your budget. There are easy chances that you might end up overspending. Trends are volatile, and keep changing. So keep up your true self. Everything does not require to be fancy. It could be a wedding dress or cuisine. Keep it simple and of your choice.
- Inventory and Logistics
Coordination in managing the inventory and logistics needs to be maintained successfully. There needs to be a person in charge to make sure all the items shopped have been stored and are ready to use as and when needed. To make sure there is no chaos at the last moment, your costumes, articles required for ceremonies, the guests, and all other related inventories need to be well maintained and coordinated. Keep all the items arranged and separated as per the need to make sure you do not lose anything and achieve all you have in mind. You can hire an event management company that will take care of all the arrangements that you require to lessen your burden and keep you less occupied on your special day.
Outfits necessitate extra care. Make sure you try on all your outfits and properly get them altered before time. Pick dresses that are comfortable, less complicated, and breathable. Always have a smaller tribe for shopping. Do not have a larger group for shopping, as that can lead to confusion. Make sure you are properly guided. Make sure you shop for matching accessories for each outfit to reduce repeatability.
- Personal Care
Tiring yourself before the wedding and falling sick on your important day could be a disaster. Ensure that you have easy schedules and divide the shopping schedule evenly to avoid having a hectic day. Go shopping in bits. Stop after sunset. Avoid shopping in the evenings as you will have less visual clarity in the dark. Make sure you eat well, stay hydrated, and rest well.
- Return Gift
Add a return gift to your list that will represent your gratitude towards the guests. There are many creative, innovative, and affordable return gift ideas available on the net. Many people do accommodate it so that they can give presents to the guests as a token of love and appreciation. Try to include eco-friendly gifts such as saplings or articles made out of mud that could be taken care of easily.