Wedding Preparations:
One year may seem like a lot of time, but there is a lot of wedding preparations that need to be done! You have to pick out an entourage, decide on what dress to wear… oh, and there’s the question of where to get married. There should really be a wedding checklist!Fortunately, we’ve provided one for you. If you’re wondering about how to prepare for a wedding 6 to 12 months before the big day, here is a detailed wedding checklist!
- Pick the date and time of your wedding. This is the first decision you will
make as an engaged couple. Make sure to choose a date and time when everybody you want present on your wedding day is available.
- Decide on how much you are willing to spend for the wedding. Is it going to be a simple, intimate wedding? Or a grand, fireworks-worthy one? Many of your decisions about the wedding will depend on the budget you will set aside.
- After you’ve decided on the total budget, start planning on how much you are going to spend on the reception, the dress, the flowers, etc. Many couples find that their initial estimated budget is too small after they have broken down what the budget is for.
- Remember that although you’ve already partitioned your budget, the allocation of funds to specific tasks should be flexible to allow for last-minute adjustments.
- Establish where you want to get married. When choosing your venue,
consider where the actual wedding will be and where the reception will take place. Make sure that they are both situated within a reasonable distance from each other. Having the reception several kilometers away may bring problems later, like having late guests because of traffic conditions, etc.
- After you have agreed on the location, don’t forget to have it reserved immediately. Some venues may take up to two years before they have an opening, so make sure to save your slot as soon as you can.
- If you plan on getting married in a church, express your wishes to the parish priest or any clergyman in charge of church events.
- Plan for your honeymoon. How much do you want to spend? Do you want to have your honeymoon outside the country? Are you having it right after the wedding, or about a few weeks after?
- Start looking for the following:
- Catering service
- Cake designer
- Wedding florist
- Wedding photography and video services
- Music and entertainment provider for both the wedding and the reception
- Tell your family and friends about it. It’s time to share the good news with them! Your family and friends will also be more than happy to offer you help.
- Start working on your entourage list. Would you want your boss at work to be one of your sponsors? Or do you prefer close relatives and friends instead? Choosing your entourage is critical. Don’t forget to include everyone special to you and your spouse. Always check with your parents for suggestions, just in case you forgot an uncle who happens to be a favorite of yours.
- Look for a wedding gown. It is understandable that a lot of women feel this to
be an important step. If your gown doesn’t come with a veil, order for one as well. Don’t forget to choose a pair of shoes to go with your gown. In addition, remember that you may need special underwear for your gown. You should also look for a dress you can wear for the reception, if you have plans of changing after the wedding rites.
- Decide on what your entourage should wear as well. Choosing gowns and outfits for your entourage doesn’t have to be expensive. However, make sure that your entourage will be comfortable with clothes you pick. Consult with them and tell them what you have in mind. Just to be clear, you are not asking them what they want to wear; instead, you are asking them if they want to wear what you have intended for them. Asking for suggestions from your entourage may become problematic as they may give you requests that are hard to meet.
- Choose your theme. There are many themes and color schemes available. Consider the location of your wedding when deciding on your color scheme.
- Try to find a custom shop for wedding invitations. Your wedding invites should be in keeping with the theme of your wedding. Don’t forget to include directions on how to get to the wedding and reception venues.
- Establish how you want to do your vows. Do want to have traditional vows or would you prefer to have them written yourselves?
- Visit your jeweler to look for wedding rings. Remember that these are the
rings you will be wearing everyday for the rest of your married life, so choose well. Take your time – there’s no need to rush.
- Decide on where your bridal registry will be. Start registering the items you feel are appropriate as wedding gifts for you and your spouse. Choose items that you will need for a new home. Stick to useful pieces that will help you and your spouse-to-be start a new life together. Pieces that are easy to replace when they break are great for a starting family.
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