Planning a wedding is an exciting time and new chapter in your life. It is a new chapter in the life of your future husband and families also, so be sure to ask for help or suggestions if you ever feel you need them. Many people will have their own thoughts on how to proceed, manage the stresses and strains, and enjoy a successful wedding. Ultimately though, this day is all about you and your husband. Be confident, assertive, and have fun with it.
The organization process can seem daunting at first, but it helps to break down the workload into smaller stages. This way each aspect feels manageable, and you’ll feel satisfaction and accomplishment when you tick it off. Invest in a favorite notebook and pen to jot down helpful contacts, ideas, and things to remember. Separate your wedding plans into three stages: Preparation, The Wedding, and Post Wedding. Substitute the titles if you so wish; the important thing to remember is they symbolize before, during, and after.
Preparation
This section is everything surrounding the engagement. Wedding invitations and engagement party plans will be here, for example. Venue ideas, general inspiration, and the guest list would also be good additions. Wedding invitations can be a great way to express you and partner’s personalities or interests. Personalize the wedding invitations or choose a specialized bespoke company like Pure Invitation wedding invites to handle the design. Your initial thoughts and research regarding venues can go in this early section. A budget is vital and it will help you feel in control throughout the process. A guest list can start off as long as you like and then become a little strict. Involve your future husband in the whole process too. It is not unheard of for a bride to compile a guest list she is happy with, only for it to then double when she remembers her husband’s choices. If the size of your notebook allows, this early section can double as a scrap book. Slot in or pin samples of colors or materials that appeal to you for the theme. Cut out pictures from wedding magazines that inspire or excite you; this is the section that should really make you excited for the whole process.
The Wedding
In this middle section, although it will still include things that require forward planning, they will all be related to the day itself. For example, your caterer’s number and details might be here. Menus you are considering might have a home here too. Catering, venue details, entertainment, and photographer details would all be found in this section. This section is an appropriate place for any numbers that might be urgent on the day. A reliable taxi service for guests stranded by traffic or public transport, for example. A seamstress, should anything happen to the dress. The caterers and all entertainers, DJs, and the photographer too, along with real emergency numbers for first aid and doctors. Here you might also want to keep some sample shots from the photographer or notes about the wedding rehearsal, if you had one. This way, you can make any tweaks to the final effects and events without having to be distracted by them on the actual day.
Post Wedding
This section will focus on the aftermath. Good inclusions include an inventory for any gifts or cards received, thank you card orders, and honeymoon plans. Many of your guests will have brought gifts and cards, and this section will allow you to keep track of every item. Ordering ‘Thank you’ cards in advance can save a lot of time and let your guests know how appreciated they are. Including your honeymoon plans in this section will also help keep you calm when things become overwhelming. While it is true that the wedding day will be a dazzling event in itself, the thought of peace and privacy afterwards can be appealing too. Make notes of any good deals, packages, or inspiring images of destinations. You could even compile a mini itinerary or shopping list for what you might need to pick up before you go.
Your planning notebook can be a great coffee table item and keepsake in the future. And if both you and your husband contribute, the notebook can become a treasured heirloom. It will remind you of all the fun and excitement that went into planning your big day.
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