Anyone who’s ever been involved in preparing or planning a wedding, whether small or large, will tell you what an ordeal it can be. Juggling bakers, florists and caterers can make it hard to keep from cracking under the stress. Fortunately, the tips below were written to help during this stressful time.
You want to think about and practice your aisle walk prior to your wedding day. Get acquainted with the floor you will be walking on and do this with the same shoes you plan on wearing. This can help you feel more confident during your special day.
You may be able to save money on your wedding by planning it during an “off season”. Most weddings take place between May and September. Wedding venues are usually more expensive during this time. If you plan on getting married during these months, plan as early as you can for the lowest cost.
One thing you need to think about during the wedding planning process is what alcohol will be served, and how much you want to spend on it. Open bars are typically very expensive, especially when they are open for long time-periods. Wedding venues will have different options, such as a limited open bar or a offering fewer options to help keep alcohol costs down.
Choose one item to incorporate into all the different aspects of your wedding. Try using ribbons on the bouquet that go with those on the centerpieces, or try adding them to your gown or your hair. Your wedding day is special and important so you want to put in the effort for even the littlest details.
Think about wedding transportation. Make sure your guests will have ways to be transported back to wherever they’re staying. This helps those who have drank too much.
Don’t make your guests wait while you take all of your photos. Many of these pictures can be taken before the wedding so that you don’t waste a minute of your reception time. You will want to respect everyone at the ceremony and reception.
The lighting at the wedding reception venue should be able to be dimmed. You may not think this detail is important; however, consider the effect of low lights on parts of your reception. For example, you may want to dim the lights for your first dance or other important dances and brighten them when you want everyone to participate in dancing. Before giving the venue the thumbs up and your money, ask them about this detail.
Now that you are more knowledgeable about the ins and outs of planning a wedding, you will be able to plan your wedding more efficiently. No matter who is getting married, someone will find this article of great utility.
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