Planning a wedding? Buckle upâit’s a wild ride! From unexpected roadblocks to a dizzying array of choices, organising your special day is thrilling yet undeniably chaotic.
Pause for a moment to breathe and clear your mind. Grab hold of your wedding vision by breaking down the process into manageable, fun-sized steps, ensuring your big day is as magical and unforgettable as you’ve dreamed.
Budget wisely (and flexibly!)
Money management is often overlooked, but it’s crucial. Before splashing out on venues and photographers, set a solid budgetâand stick to it! Here’s a handy tip: add a safety cushion of around 10-15% to your total budget. Surprises always crop up, but if they don’t, youâll have extra rupees (âč) for that dreamy honeymoon. Win-win!
Friends versus professionals
Your best friend’s second cousin might offer a sweet deal on photography, but beware! Mixing friends, family, and wedding roles can be trickyâexpectations might clash, and relationships can strain. Professionals bring experience, equipment, and zero personal drama to your day. Invest in pros, and enjoy a stress-freetion with friends and relatives. Wedding days often don’t meet expectations, which can lead to strained partnerships.
Apples to apples (not oranges!)
When shopping around for venues and vendors, donât fall into the trap of comparing prices alone. Two photographers can offer vastly different packages, quality, and stylesâeven if their prices are similar. Look carefully at what each option includes. Sometimes, the pricier pick might offer greater value.
Be wonderfully unique
Forget cookie-cutter weddingsâthey’re out of style. Your wedding day should reflect your personality, not copy someone else’s Pinterest board. Hiring a wedding plannerâeven for just a few hoursâcan spark your creativity and help craft memorable touches. How about replacing the standard guestbook with a coffee-table book guests can sign? Or surprise everyone with a tango as your first dance? Make it unforgettable!
Handle envy gracefully
Selecting your wedding party can stir emotions. Single siblings or friends might feel a tinge of envy if they’re not playing a prominent role. Recognise itâs natural, but donât let it distract you. Some friends might even second-guess your decisions or lobby for their preferences (dresses, meals, dates). Stay calm, stick to your vision, and rope in your mum or a reliable friend to diplomatically handle tricky personalities.
Don’t overlook your ceremony
Many couples breeze past ceremony details, but your vows, readings, and music choices are central to the day. Why not select poems, biblical verses, or a meaningful song that resonates with you and your partner? Have fun personalising your ceremonyâmake it memorable and authentically you.
Create your wedding-day roadmap
No wedding planner? No problem! Craft a detailed schedule outlining everythingâfrom venue addresses to vendor arrival times. Without your timeline, everyoneâs likely to create their own, leading to chaos. Check timings with key players, then confidently take charge of your schedule.
Embrace help when offered
Planning a wedding is a monumental task. If friends and family offer help, take itâbut give them clear tasks and deadlines. Your future mother-in-law, best friend, or sister might be itching to assist. Just remember, itâs okay to delegate clearly and kindly.
Take a breather with your partner
Wedding planning can easily consume your lives. Set regular date nights to reconnect and decompressâno wedding talk allowed! Enjoy dinner, a stroll, or your favourite ice cream together. This breather refreshes you both and refocuses your energies on what truly matters: your love.
These tips might not cover everything, but they’ll help you tackle wedding planning madness with joy, clarity, and a sprinkle of fun.
