Planning a wedding can be a very stressful time for the bride and the groom. During these times, it can be difficult to go to others for support and assistance with decisions due to the fact everyone has their own ideas and you will wind up in a bigger state of confusion. Keep your sanity and plan for your wedding with these tips.
Wedding Dress
Purchasing a wedding dress can be expensive. To help defray the cost of a wedding gown, you may wish to shop for dresses that may not be considered a wedding dress. You might even consider whether a dress designed for bridesmaids could meet your needs. With the lower base price, you can likely also afford alterations to the style of the dress and still come in under the price of a traditional wedding gown.
When someone is going to talk during your wedding, be sure to have them rehearse what they’re going to say in front of you so that you know what they’re saying is appropriate. There are a lot of different age groups at a wedding. This makes some jokes told by the younger crowd inappropriate to older people.
Try ethnic-themed catering to add some spice to your reception. Chicken, steak and other common choices are overused, so you should go with a unique menu. Variety is the spice of life and it is sure to make your wedding dinner something to remember!
Flowers are great, but don’t place too many of them on your tables or they can become tacky. Much of the time, table arrangements will just be in the guests’ way. Plus, a few of your guests could have flower allergies that you were not aware of. A romantic alternative to floral centerpieces at guest tables is the use of fragrance-free candles.
Try shopping around to identify skilled and experienced photographers before choosing the one for the wedding. You wouldn’t want bad wedding pictures. To find reputable photographers near you, browse online review sites or get a personal recommendation from someone you know.
Make sure that the venue you choose for your reception has adequate space for dancing. It can be a horrible experience to feel crammed while everyone around you is trying to dance; move chairs and tables out of the way to give everyone some extra breathing space.
A great gift for your guests at a destination wedding is a basket that you have delivered to their room full of vacation goodies. Include useful items like sunglasses, a hat, tourist map, pamphlets and a disposable camera. You may also want to include a guide for the restaurants in the area so they can choose where they prefer to eat.
Share an online itinerary with your guests, especially the out-of-town ones, so that everyone can plan their schedules in advance. Let people know what events, like the rehearsal etc., that they need to show up for, so they end up in the right place at the right time.
If you have an outdoor wedding, make sure you have a plan B in case it rains or there are other unforeseen conditions. Set up a large canopy for shade or rain. A location with access to the indoors would also work well, just in case of bad weather. Another thing you can do is install planks, so guests don’t get their shoes muddy.
Well, you’ve made it here. If the mere thought of planning has not scared you away, then you really are ready for the challenge. Your wedding belongs to you. Use the advice you have been given in order for your wedding day to be the best.