An Organized Wedding Only Happens By Following Some Simple Wedding Tips
Posted on August 17, 2008 - Filed Under wedding
Everyone wants their wedding to be exciting and special - a wedding that everyone will remember for years to come as a truly special day. For that to happen, you need to get organized right from the start. Work out exactly what it is that you want for your wedding day, and make sure you stay organized and keep on top of all the things that need to be done. Here are some tips that will help you make sure you’re well and truly ready by the time your special day arrives.
Decide very early on, who is going to be responsible for planning your wedding. Is it going to be you and your partner? Or do you want to bring in a professional wedding planner to take care of all the details. If you plan to do it yourself, consider buying yourself some wedding planning software, a wedding planning guide and any other tools you can find which will help to make the job easier.
Be organized! This is one thing that you really have to do, otherwise you’ll miss things and it will all turn into a big mess. If being organized isn’t your strong point, get help. Set up checklists, so that you know what needs to be done and when. That way you can be sure you haven’t missed something. Many wedding planning guides include checklists, as well as suggesting timeframes for certain jobs to be done.
Relax! This is often the hardest thing of all. This is your special day, and you’re meant to enjoy it. Don’t spend the months leading up to your wedding in a completely stressed out state, because that’s not what it’s meant to be about. If you’re not coping, then you have two options. Get some help, or else simplify your plans. There’s no need to have an event that’s a logistical nightmare to coordinate - tone things down to a level where you’re comfortable, and chances are it will end up even better than you expected.
Be realistic - planning a wedding takes time. So allow yourself plenty of time for each task that needs to be completed, otherwise you’ll find yourself rushing and things will get missed. If you have a mum handy, get her involved! This is particularly important if you’re working full time, because if you have a mum or special friend helping you who doesn’t work full time, they can take care of the things that need to be done during business hours. Plus it will take some of the pressure off you, and they will love being involved.
Finally, every now and then take the time to walk away from all the hustle and bustle, so that you can remember what getting married is really all about. It’s nice to have a wonderful wedding, but in the end it’s just one day. The real celebration is the love you share with your partner, and the desire to spend the rest of your lives together.
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Posted on July 24, 2008 - Filed Under wedding
You’ll remember your wedding day for the rest of your life - so when it comes to planning the event, you’ll need some expert tips on how to ensure it all goes exquisitely. Planning a wedding requires a great deal of attention to detail, often involving the arrangement of an engagement party, a wedding shower and a rehearsal dinner, on top of the actual wedding ceremony and reception. And, of course, who could forget the honeymoon? Yet many couples find themselves frazzled by the time they make it to their long-awaited day - simply because the planning process turns out to be a more than they bargained for. Do everything it takes to avoid joining this frazzled bunch - plan well, and plan well ahead.
The first thing you might find worth investing in is a wedding coordinator. Coordinators not only think of all the major and ‘minor’ details for you, but they also act as the prime liaison between you - the happy couple - and everyone associated with the planning of your wedding - from the florist to the photographer, and even the priest. Alternatively, most major hotels are more than happy to help a bride and groom-to-be plan their perfect wedding by offering specific wedding packages with guidance on every detail, from the ceremony to the honeymoon - and everything in between. Hotels can often provide you with a checklist to specify all the fine-points of your perfect day to come, and they’ll even introduce you to any ‘romance packages’ that will finish off the ceremony with a heavenly honeymoon. And even if you’re not yet decided on a location for your wedding, browsing through hotel sites can help you narrow your choices.
Another great option for honeymooners is to hop on a cruise and sail away. What could be more romantic than to hold your loved one and watch the golden sunset as you glide gently over the deep blue sea? Cruises are a great way visit multiple locales in one go, and with places like the Italian Riviera or the Caribbean to visit, there’s a terrific destination for everyone.
Taking a vow of love is one of the most exceptional experiences you’ll ever have. Plan your wedding and honeymoon far in advance so that when the day comes, nothing will take your thoughts away from that special person as you say ‘I do.’
Michael is a keen writer living in Edinburgh. Michael’s Website: Taxis Belfast
Tags: wedding accommodation, wedding day, wedding organisation, wedding planningWedding Day Blues “Buyer’s Remorse”
Posted on April 17, 2008 - Filed Under wedding
Should the average middle class person be spending several thousand dollars on an event they cannot afford or might not work out? Is planning an expensive, elaborate wedding appropriate for a person who is barely getting by and survives on a tight, modest income? Many people have asked my opinion about the sky-rocketing cost of weddings and receptions and are baffled at what to do. From what I saw from my twenty year career as a wedding photographer, most people feel obligated to finance and provide a traditional wedding day for their family and friends.
I spent years selling the American dream and was very much part of wedding day hype and promotionsmy livelihood was at stake. However, the wedding business is now only part of my past. In looking back, I feel I can see the whole picture a little bit clearer now (even though there are so many different aspects to consider).
In behalf of future generations, I wish to see expensive traditional weddings, as we know it today, become a “thing of the past.” I say this, because the average person struggles financially, and traditional weddings are a tremendous financial burden for those who feel obligated to finance them.
To be honest, I think young couples would be better served if the money spent on huge, expensive wedding days went instead towards more practical things. Let’s face it, most young couples prior to getting married, struggle financially. Many bridal couples are still in school or have just graduated with huge student loans to pay; and most often, they are strapped with small children as they approach the alter, so to speak.
As a wedding photographer, I saw a lot of heartache and stress for everyone involved. Traditional weddings could be “warm and fuzzy” if the bride and groom’s families and bridal parties (and friends) were perfect little angels and divorce was taboo! But in today’s society, conflict between family members is at an all-time high. Sadly, family conflict can taint wedding memories.
In today’s society, where money is short and wants are extreme, how can the average person feel good about the whole affair after all is said and done? Believe me, more often than not, the average person showed “buyer’s remorse” by the time the wedding album was complete. Food for thought! (revised 2/14/2006)
Debbie Jensen, Graphic Designer and Photographer http://www.debjensendesigns.com
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