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Ready to kick start your wedding planning process, but not sure where or how to start?
Here are eight (8) top tips to get you started on your wedding planning journey.
Hiring a wedding planner is a great way to have a professional & trusted advice to guide you throughout your wedding planning journey and undoubtedly reducing wedding related stress. Having a wedding planner will save you time and money from the start.
Creating a wedding budget is one of the most important things you can do for your wedding, but it’s also one of the hardest.
Your wedding budget will be the driving factor for many of your wedding‑related decisions.
Pro Tip: Before making any big decisions, figure out who is contributing to your budget, what you both have or what you both are willing to spend on your wedding. What things are most important to you and what can you realistically afford.
Sorting out your guest list early is important because your guest list is the number one contributing factor to your budget. The more people you have, the more money you are likely to spend. You will also need to decide whether you’re inviting children and who will be allowed a plus one.
Pro Tip: Create an A‑List ( Must invite ‑ The people you both can’t imagine not being at your wedding) & a B‑List ( Could invite ‑ The people you both would love to have if budget allows). There will be a handful of people on your A‑List that can’t come, so having a B‑List doesn’t hurt.
What’s your vision for your dream wedding? Is it a formal black tie ballroom affair or an intimate romantic outdoor affair? Your wedding style helps define how your wedding will look and feel.
Pro Tip: Establishing your wedding style will help you when making decisions, like choosing vendors to work with ‑ as you want to select vendors that fit your style and can bring your wedding vision to life.
Brainstorm what time of year you want to get married in! Spring? Summer? Autumn? Winter?
A special date to the two of you?
Decide on a date that is best for the two of you and try to be flexible if possible so you are not constrained when booking your venue or vendors.
Pro Tip: To be safe, choose 2‑3 possible dates to have your wedding. your #1 preferred date, and have a #2 and #3 available in case your preferred date isn’t available.
Your wedding size, budget and style will help determine the types of venue you consider.
Pro Tip: If you already have a wedding planner, they will help you source venues that’s a good fit for you based on your guest count, budget and overall wedding style.
Aside from your venue, the next vendor to book is a wedding planner ( if you don’t already have one) or wedding day coordinator (if you’re considering planning your own wedding ‑ then you will need professional support on the day).
Also if you already have your heart set on working with a particular photographer, videographer or makeup artist ‑ get in touch with them to check their availability for your chosen date 📅
Pro Tip: Don’t be afraid to ask questions! Be upfront and open with your wants and needs. It’s important to choose suppliers you genuinely vibe with and can trust with your wedding vision.
Remember to enjoy your engagement! Time will fly by as your wedding planning process begins, so remember to take a break every now and then to breathe and live your life.
Pro Tip: Have days off were wedding talks are off limits ‑ like date nights (without talking about the wedding) and simply enjoy each others company.
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