Weddings involve a lot of decisions to make. Some of those decisions are really big (such as where you are throwing the thing). Some of those decisions are really small, such as how many types of cookies you’re going to serve. Interestingly, while everyone is sure to notice the big decisions, the little ones can end up making just as a big an impression on those who notice them. One of the best ways you can incorporate little details that make a big difference is with monograms.
Your wedding will arrive before you even know it. After months, if not years, of planning, you’ll suddenly be only one month away. This month is an important time, as there are dozens of little things you need to do to make sure everything goes according to plan. Here are some of the most important to take care of first.
There are a million and a half things to think about and plan when you’re going to get married. From place card holders to multi-tiered cakes, from jewelry to seating charts, the list seems both endless and random. Here are some of the most important things to consider, and how to make sure their details do not go unnoticed.
Weddings are large, complicated affairs. I know that for many couples, the initial rush of getting engaged is soon replaced with the looming responsibility and daunting task of actually having to put on and throw the event. There is a lot to take in to consideration- guest lists, menus, locations for the ceremony, locations for the reception, locations for rehearsal dinner, travel arrangements, photographers, flowers, priests, and on and on and on. It can be a lot for an untrained couple to take on, and that’s why it’s a good idea to hire a wedding coordinator who can make sure it all goes according to plan.
Becoming engaged to your love can bring about a real rush of emotions. On the one hand, if you said yes than you’re going to feel overjoyed that you finally met and landed the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. A lot of people spend a lot of time thinking about this moment, and it’s an exciting relief when it finally happens. Then there is the sinking feeling that to get married you have to actually plan the whole wedding! Here are some tips to help smooth the process to ensure you can focus on the joy of it all and not the stress.
There is a lot that goes in to weddings. There are a ton of different people involved, at least two distinct venues, there’s travel and gifts and wedding favors, there’s food and drink and bands. When there are so many things involved in one event, there are a lot of things that can go wrong. Some of them are big, some of them are small, but they all can really cramp your day. Here are a few of the biggest mistakes you can make- and how to avoid making them.
It’s your wedding, and you want to make sure it’s as special, personal and memorable as possible. While you might not have the time and money and free energy to make sure that every little detail is as perfect and special as possible, that doesn’t mean you can’t personalize enough details to make a great impression. It’s often the smallest things that make the biggest impression in the end, so here are some places you can put a little extra time and attention to assure everyone involved thinks back fondly on your special day.
Gift registries can be a slightly tricky aspect of getting married. While it’s exciting to think about all the things that you and your partner are going to need for your life together, it can be both a little daunting and make you feel a little guilty. Sometimes we need so many things, or it feels like we need so many things, that it becomes almost impossible to decide on what to ask for. If the two of you are about to buy a house together and have been sharing a little apartment for a year or two, then you’re about to have a lot more room to fill. On the other hand, some people feel guilty about asking for things- even when it’s expected, and they are things you need. Here are some of the ins an outs to help you get past these feelings and tastefully ask for what you really need.
There are a million and a half things to take in to consideration when planning and putting together your wedding. Do you want a priest or a non-denominational public official? Do you want to get married inside or outside? What wedding gifts are you going to ask for and what wedding accessories are you going to wear? One of the most important aspects you should start planning as early as possible is your wedding’s music.
While we all wish we could throw the most lavish and extravagant wedding of our dreams, the fact of the matter is we are all held back by a budget. Planning your special day would be hard enough if everything was free, but once you factor in the constraints of working within a certain dollar amount, the task can seem completely overwhelming. Here are some tips to help you reign in your budget so you can spend on what really matters to you.
