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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Tags: checklists, planning your wedding, wedding, wedding day, wedding planning guides, wedding tipsWedding Day Budget Planning
Posted on August 2, 2008 - Filed Under wedding
So your having a wedding do you have any idea of how much your wedding will cost? Well I have put together a general price list of an average wedding for the year 2005. On the average a wedding will vary in cost cost by your location, wedding vendors, bridal accessories, and wedding favors. To get a more exact cost of an average wedding do a vendor price search on the internet, search wedding forums and ask local wedding planners. Once you have a good idea of the average price make a note of it because it will surely come in handy when figuring in your budget. Once you have your budget figured out then start putting money back every week or whenever you get paid until your wedding day. Make sure you put back a little extra money just in case of emergencies because you really never know what might happen.
Wedding day transportation (Limousine, Horse Carriage, cabs etc.) $ 450.00
Flowers and decorations up to $ 1000.00
Photography $ 500.00 - $ 3,500
Videography $ 800.00 - $ 1,700
Wedding Rings up to $ 1500.00
Engagement Ring $ 1,000.00- 5,000.00
Reception entertainment (DJ, Band, Etc.) $ 900.00 - $ 1,500
Officiant, church or ceremony site up to $ 1000.00
Wedding favors up to $ 400.00
Invitations, Announcements and Thank You Notes $ 350.00 - $500
Rehearsal Dinner $ 1000.00
Wedding Gown $ 300.00 - $3000.00
Bridal Veil & Tiara up to $ 200.00
Bridesmaids’ dresses (for 6 bridesmaids) $ 1200.00
Mother of the Bride’s dress up to $ 900.00
Groom’s Rental Tuxedo up to $ 500.00
Groomsmen Rental Tuxedos (for 6 groomsmen) $ 600.00
Wedding Reception (Caterer, Wedding Cake, Reception hall , Etc.) $ 1000.00-$ 8,000.00
Honeymoon destination up to $ 6,000
Out of town guests transportation up to $ 300.00
GRAND TOTAL $ 20,000 - $ 25,000
This is just an example list of some of the fees you will incur before and after your wedding. This is to be used for general information. You will know what will best fit your budget.
Yolanda is the owner of Yolandas wedding favors and wedding planner. She enjoys seeing all the different table decorations and wedding party favors that go along with the reception.
Tags: getting married, wedding budget, wedding day budget, wedding planning, wedding tipsTips For An Elegant And Memorable Wedding
Posted on July 9, 2008 - Filed Under wedding
The measure of a memorable wedding is no longer defined by how much it costs. Traditional weddings have made way for a more individual and creative approach to ‘walking down the aisle’. But how can you ensure you have the elegant and memorable wedding that you want?
If your budget allows, the best advice is to hire a wedding planner. A wedding planner’s job is to make your wedding dreams come true. They will ensure that your facility is booked, the flowers are fresh and beautiful and that the service throughout dinner is exceptional. Wedding planners are professionals in their field and will range in price and experience.
The time has come to choose a theme. Will you be a fairytale princess with a horse-drawn carriage or will you have a long stretch-limousine? Consider what flower types and colors to use in the bouquets and decorations as well as the best type of music for the ceremony and a menu for the reception. When deciding on a menu and wines try to select items that will accommodate as many of your guests as possible. Find out from your guests if there are any special dietary requirements or allergies
Now that you have a theme in mind you need a stage for the ’show.’ Selecting the right location will depend on the theme of your wedding. The choices are endless when choosing the right location to match the theme of your wedding. View each location in advance and imagine how you are going to decorate. A beautiful treatment for any water areas is to use floating candles to pepper the surface with romantic lighting.
The last thing to do is have fun and be flexible! Your wedding is a celebration and it is possible that one or two things may not go according to plan. The more you enjoy yourself, the more your guests will enjoy themselves.
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