Wedding planning isn’t as easy as it sounds—even if you’ve had it in mind since you were 12, there will still be a lot of considerations to take note of. There can be a lot of factors to deal with, so setting expectations can help prep your mind for the headache of wedding planning. Here are five wedding planning tips all soon-to-be-wedded couples should keep in mind to keep your it running as smoothly as possible.
5 Wedding Planning Tips:
Set a buffer for your budget
All your money-saving tactics and prior preparations can still surprise you with hidden and unexpected charges you forgot to account for. While you may be following a strict budget, it is always a good idea to set aside a buffer just in case there are things to adjust for your wedding.
In the worst-case scenario, you’ll drain your buffer to settle all your bills—which still leaves you with no problems at the end of your wedding. At best, you’ll have a small amount to invest in your marriage, giving you both a sum to begin your life as a newly-wedded couple.
Get a wedding planner
While it might be costly, it’s a good idea to allot some money in your budget to hire a wedding planner. Everyone’s heard of horror stories where the bride loses her cool over the smallest missed detail—with a wedding planner, that risk is minimized.
Your wedding planning will be a breeze with one on hand, and their expertise and connections can make budgeting much easier for you.
Set your wedding date early
Rush weddings can be stressful—all that preparation and decision-making packed into a few short months can cause you to burst a vein in stress. As much as possible, set a date at least a year in advance. This way, you won’t only have enough time for wedding planning, but you’ll also give your guests ample time to reshuffle their schedules.
Setting it too early can cause your guests to forget your date, so make sure to send your RSVP invitations at least three to six months in advance for your final headcount.
Make an appointment with vendors
Before scouting and screening your vendors, make sure to phone in advance and set an appointment. This way, you won’t waste time if they’re busy or closed—allowing you to spend your day more productively.
For wedding DJs, photographers, and videographers, make sure to set appointments as early in your planning as possible. Weddings can have more popular services booked a year ahead of time, so check their availability as soon as possible.
Invest in a photographer and videographer
If there’s one vendor to take seriously in choosing, it will be to spend a bit more on your wedding photos and videos. Your wedding might only be one day of your life, but the memories they capture will last you a lifetime. Assuring the best quality for your mementos isn’t a shame, so don’t worry about spending too much on their services.
Conclusion
Planning your wedding is important—after all this day belongs to you. Assuring that it will go well is highly dependent on the support you have and the preparations you’ve set, so spending some time to plan it properly is a wise move. We hope these wedding planning tips help keep you focused.
If you are planning your wedding in Lake Tahoe, Reno, or Las Vegas, please reach out to us for a free no strings attached consultation.
