So—you’ve decided to get married! Congratulations!
Before you jump in, planning your perfect wedding may be a bit more challenging than you think. The key to a successful marriage is planning a fantastic wedding. While it’s true that spending tons of cash can help your relationship foment, the best thing you can do for your marriage isn’t buying designer makeup or luxury cars. (Although these things will not hurt.) There are plenty of great ways to save money on your wedding without skimping on quality or style!
Planning a wedding can seem like a daunting task. With a lot of different variables, it can be easy to miss out on important information. This blog will give you the tools to plan a wedding you and your partner will remember for a lifetime.
Set A Date
Wedding planning can be a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be!
The best way to start your wedding planning is to set a date. If you already know the date, great! You can skip ahead and start working on the next step (and we’ll see you there!). But if you don’t know when you want to get married yet—or even if you do—then setting a date will help narrow down your options and ensure you’re working with an achievable timeline.
Create A Budget
Here are some tips for creating a wedding budget:
1. Determine Your Wedding Expenses.
2. Put Together A List Of Items You Want To Include In Your Wedding.
3. Estimate The Cost Of Each Item On The List.
4. Add Up The Costs For All Items And Subtract That Total From The Amount You Have Left In Your Budget.
Think About What Kind Of Wedding You’d Like To Have
Do you want to have a big party with all your friends and family? Or would you rather go for something more intimate? Maybe somewhere in between? It’s important to be clear about what kind of wedding you want so that you can find a venue that suits your needs.
Once you’ve got an idea of what kind of wedding you’d like, it’s time to start thinking about where exactly it will take place. We recommend selecting a location that is convenient for both sets of parents, as well as any other guests who might be traveling a long distance—this will make everyone’s lives easier!
Book An Officiant, Musicians, And A Photographer.
It’s time to plan your wedding! Before you get started, let’s go over a few things you’ll need to consider.
Book An Officiant
The first thing you’ll want to do is book an officiant. This is the person who will preside over your ceremony and make sure everything goes smoothly. They can also help you write your vows if needed.
Musicians And A Photographer
If you’re having a reception after the ritual, you’ll need musicians and a Professional photographer. The musicians should play the music appropriate for the time of day.
The photographer should come out earlier than everyone else so they can take pictures before guests arrive.
Order Invitations
Do the former with any other paper goods you’ll need. If you’re having a formal wedding, you’ll want to get custom invitations made by a professional printer. If you’re having a casual wedding, you can use pre-made invitations from the craft store or make your own using cardstock and an inkjet printer.
Start Putting Together A Guest List.
First, ask yourself who will be there for you on your special day, and then write everyone’s name. Once that’s done, it’s time to take a step back and decide what kind of event this will be. Are you planning an intimate ceremony with just close family and friends? Or are you looking for something more elaborate? That will help determine how many people you need to invite.
Hire A Caterer And Start Thinking About The Menu.
They’ll take care of all the food so you can focus on the other details. Once you’ve got them, start thinking about what kind of menu you want. Do you want it to be traditional? Something new and exciting? How about a mix of both?
Whatever it is, discuss it with your caterer so that they have enough time to prepare everything for your big day!
Takeaway
Thoughtful planning can go a long way in helping you have the wedding of your dreams.
While it’s true that the biggest part of planning a wedding is making the big decisions, there are plenty of smaller details to even out along the way to ensure that things go off without a hitch. Planning your wedding is certainly a challenge, but with some proper planning and organization, you can have the perfect day you’ve always dreamed of.