Planning a Wedding? Today's weddings are about options. There are unlimited ideas come together to create an event customized to the individual. The possibilities are endless. But don't allow wedding planning to overwhelm. Enjoy it! I believe that the planning process should be like the diamond itself—flawless. You just need a bit of guidance and a few tips to help you plan the perfect wedding day.
Below are my suggested Wedding Checklist:
Planning Timeline –This is a time line you made before, during and after the wedding.
Wedding budget –A budget is absolutely essential in planning your wedding. Costs can easily spiral out of control, and if you don't document them, you may end up paying far more for your wedding than you planned.
Reception - The location is one of the most important aspects of your wedding so consider carefully what will make yours a special, one-of-a-kind wedding event. You have many option including a do it yourself wedding (friends and family contributing of course.)
Ideas for wedding sites include:
At Home
Auditoriums
Beach
Bed and Breakfast
Camp Grounds
Club Houses
Country Clubs
Conference Centers
Convention Centers
Hotel - Ball Rooms - Grounds or - Gardens.
Houses of Worship - Churches - Synagogues - Temples - Mosques -
Mansions
Museums
Parks
Patio
ranches
Resorts
Rented Halls
Stadiums
Yachts or Cruise Ships
Catering – take consideration of the food and beverages you want to prepare for your guest.
Ceremony - Your wedding ceremony is the reason behind the big party, and it should be just as memorable. Here, you will officially become man and wife, everything else is just an add-on. Plan your wedding ceremony with careful consideration, and make it special.
Flowers - Your wedding flowers are more than eye candy; they set the ambiance for the entire event. Go with the season! Choose wedding flowers that bloom locally and naturally during the time of your wedding. Although you can find most floral varieties all year, seasonal blooms are readily available, less expensive and often more durable.
Music - The main focus during a wedding is love. Try picking songs that are very romantic, romantic songs. Music is a crucial way to convey your feelings, personalities, wedding theme, and to help your guests relax.
Photography – photographs are one of the most valuable memories of your wedding. This will serve as reminder of the one of the most memorable part of your life as couples.
Cakes - When ordering the cake you have to choose the flavor, size, design and shape. This cake will serve as a symbol of fertility and it’s always been a part of traditional weddings.
Dresses – This includes flowergirl dresses, ring bearer suits, wedding gowns, bridesmaid's dresses, mother of the bride dresses, tuxedos, wedding gown preservation, etc .
Stationery & Invitations - Wedding stationery plays an important part throughout and even after your wedding day so it is important to choose the correct wedding invitations. Wedding stationery is the first glimpse of your special day that you give to your guests', so you want to choose it carefully.
Transportation - Figuring out how many cars you need, what kind, and when. There are so many different forms of modern wedding transportation; some are a little more modern, while some are still set in the time-honored traditions of arriving at a wedding. Deciding which type of wedding transportation to choose can be confusing. But whichever type of transportation you opt to use, you want to be sure that you arrive to the wedding in style.
Favor & Gifts - Surprise your guests with a unique party favor. Choose wedding favors that cost as low but has a meaningful value in it. The main thing to remember when choosing your wedding favor is to look for something unique, and not necessarily expensive. Try to come up with an idea that when the guest looks at, will remember your wedding. The choice is left to your imagination and budget where you choose your wedding favor for your guests to remember for a long time to come.
Readings and Speeches – To make your wedding more memorable for you and for your guest. You should think of something to say that will touch everyone’s heart.
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