Next on the list would be who! I bet you’re asking me, why would I ask who…I know that it’s the two of you, but who else? That age old question of, Will it be a big wedding with lost of family and friends, or will it be low key, with close immediate family and friends? That’s the who I’m thinking of. You need to remember that it’s not just you and your fiancé getting married, it’s two entire families that will be getting married each with it’s own set of friends, once again, budget will determine this answer as well as your own decisions on this matter!
Last but most certainly not least to think about, is the what! Now this in it self can go on forever!...but lets try. What? What is your wedding theme?, What venue do you have in mind? What menu do you have in mind? What flowers would go with your theme? What dress would you like? What about the honeymoon...you see, it can go on forever, but remain calm, logistically place each thought in it’s own column and then later on join them all up with a final conclusion.
Planning your wedding is not that difficult! You just need to have a clear understanding of what your want and what you can afford!
One of the most stressful elements to wedding planning usually is money. Make sure you decide up front how much your total wedding budget is going to be and who will be contributing and how much. One also needs to be open to suggestions and willing to take various options in to account, cheaper options aren’t always nastier options! Less is more, but also remember that what you pay for is what you get! Don’t expect to have
Don't spend more than your budget or what you can afford. Your wedding day is an important day, but it is only one day. You don't want to start your new life together by going into "serious" debt from your wedding expenses and being strapped with that debt for the next five years.
Don't rely upon verbal agreements with vendors of suppliers. Get everything in writing!!! This is very important, this will go back to the point I mentioned in the beginning about the hick-ups and pit-falls. Should these occur, you at least have a leg to stand on!
Don't try and do everything yourself….I repeat! Don’t try and do everything yourself. Planning a wedding can be a full time job in itself. Delegate as much as you can or have a co-ordinator whom you trust and are comfortable with to handle all your planning.
Don't insist on having it your way all the time, no really, no one likes a moaning, self-opinionated bride, or mother-of-the-bride who can’t see reason or take suggestions! The best advise is advice taken and used wisely!
Don't skimp on your photography. Your wedding day goes by so fast, literally, in a matter 8 hours or less it’s all over, and after its over, all you'll have left is your memories and your photographs. Make sure to get reputable references!!!
Don't get crazy over every detail. It can really take the pleasure out of the wedding planning process. As I said, know what you want, be open to change, suggestions and options, and enjoy every minute.
Don't forget to thank everyone involved in your wedding and those that gave you gifts.
Don't overload yourself the day before your wedding. This is not the time to put together 200 favors. If your planning was right from the beginning, then by the end of it and the day before your Big Day, you should feel relaxed and in control!, if not…go straight to Jail, do not pass begin, do not collect R200! LOL
Enjoy.
Should you wish for me to assist you with your wedding planning or would just like some advice, Please let don't hesitate to call me on 079 139 1117 or email me at makeyourmark-events@telkomsa.net
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