10 Things to Consider While Planning a Wedding

Are you beginning to plan for your wedding? Chances are, you are facing a mountain of todo’s. Because it is easy to lose sight of what is important, below are 10 things you should consider when planning your wedding.

1. Location

The location of the wedding is of significant importance to everyone involved. Some families are spread out, and the location of the wedding will make the difference of who can attend. In addition, your venue may dictate location, meaning that some people will need to know well in advance so that they can make the proper arrangements. Just remember, there will always be those who cannot attend, no matter the location. Just try to choose the spot that works best for everyone involved while meeting your personal desires.

2. Invitations

Invitations need to go out well in advance of the wedding. Along with being decorated in the manner you want, it is important to give those who receive invitations enough time to respond via traditional mail. In addition, it is important to keep track of invitations when planning how many people will eventually come. Though it will be

different with every marriage, expect roughly 30% of those you invite to be not able to make it. This number becomes much smaller if you are holding a small wedding involving just family.

3. You Verses Others

There are many reasons why people hold weddings. For some, it is the creation of a childhood dream. For others, it is done more for the families then the two people actually tying the not. Regardless, it is important to remember that the wedding day is all about you. That being said, incorporating other people’s desires can go a long way into making the experience better for everyone. In the end, do not try to appease everyone and resolve yourself to the fact that at least one person will be offended, disagreed with, or you will feel guilty about.

4. Indecision

If you don’t know what you want, then hold off. If you can’t hold off, then decide. Even if either option is not that attractive, deciding and moving on will greatly help you during the wedding planning process. If you do not do this, then you will be marred in indecision. The only thing worse then a bridezilla is a bride who is unable to make a choice because it may be the wrong one. Remember that no one has all the answers, and try not to focus on what you do not know.

5. Emphasize What Is Important

Whether it is money or rituals, emphasized those parts of the wedding that matter most to you. Splurge on the parts of a wedding that will have special significance to you and enjoy them during your wedding. In addition, don’t both with rituals that have no meaning to you. In the end, this day is about you being married, and it should have the significance you want from the moment.

6. Take Care Of Yourself, Especially Before the Big Day

Planning for a wedding can be a tough, stressful job. It is easy to forget your own health during this. When considering your upcoming wedding, be sure to take things slowly, especially before the big day. Refrain from potentially dangerous activities, or even situations where you could be hurt. There is nothing worse then having a bum leg on your wedding day, thanks to a sprain you received the previous day.

7. Have a Back Up

When it comes to the most important parts of your wedding planning, be sure to have a backup handy incase something goes wrong. A backup plan can make all the difference in the world between a wedding grinding to a halt and a wedding with barely a hiccup.

8. The wedding registry

The wedding registry is great. You can easily put everything you want on the list, and then have your guests buy what they can afford. The challenge is however to not put to

much on your list. It is easy to get carried away, and end up with a lot of things you simply do not need. Try not to go overboard!

9. Menu

Everyone has different tastes when it comes to food. That is why it is important to remember that at a wedding, there will probably be vegetarian, as well as people who do not eat certain kinds of meats. Having an option that covers several broad categories is the best way to satisfy everyone. The earlier you plan your caterer, the more options you will have.

10. Timetable

The most important thing to consider when planning your wedding is the timetable. Depending on how close you are to the date, you will be able to plan things well in advance. A well constructed time table will give you a list of activities to do each week, slowly chipping away at the mountain which is planning for a wedding.

About the Author

Erica P. is an experienced writer covering wedding topics across the country. Based in New Jersey, she has frequented Nanina’s in the Park and the Park Savoy, and has gone into writing about weddings in part because of her experiences there. In the end, she believes that every person should have their fantasy wedding.