Brides often start their wedding not knowing what to expect. Looking back on the event, many wish they could have known the outcomes of the day before starting the planning. Below are some of the most common unrealized truths about weddings and wedding planning.
It's Easy to Get Too Caught Up
Weddings are huge events that represent big commitments and big changes. It's common for brides to feel stress throughout the planning process. To avoid feelings of fear or anxiety, practicing stress-fighting techniques such as:
Meditate. Take time at the end of every day to take deep breaths and clear your mind.
Exercise. Start an exercise regimen, like running, aerobics, Pilates or yoga.
Get spa treatments. Pamper yourself on a regular basis at a local spa or with a qualified massage therapist.
Eat right. Make the switch to a healthy diet, to ensure you'll have energy for wedding planning.
Go on "dates" with your fiance. Keep the romance alive throughout the planning process and you’ll make the ceremony that much more meaningful.
Accept help from loved ones. Doing it all on your own only adds to the stress.
You Don't Have to Spend Big to Make Memories
Even on a tight budget, many brides plan weddings that they remember forever. There are many ways to cut corners and still have a beautiful ceremony and reception.
Keep the guest list small.
Forget the cake; set up a cookie table with homemade cookies!
Buy a simple dress off the rack.
Limit the bar to beer and wine only, or serve mocktails instead of cocktails.
Do your own hair for a more natural look.
For more ideas, work with the venue where you're having your reception and ceremony.
Wedding Planning Takes More Time Than You Realize
Wedding planning takes more time than you realize –ay more time. The average engagement lasts for about 15 months, and in that time, there's a long checklist of things to get done.
Consider the venue selection process. This one wedding planning step is broken down into many tasks. To pick a venue, you'll schedule a visit at multiple sites, meet with representatives, take pictures, get quotes, pore over packages, compare notes, pick the right package for your budget and sign agreements. Whew! Assuming you have a job and other things to do, this could take many weeks. In that time, you'll also be choosing photographers, looking at dresses, ordering flowers, insuring your ring and making invitations. The list goes on and on.
Give yourself plenty of lead time to make your wedding special. When the wedding is near, take a few extra days off from work for last minute preparations. You won't regret having the extra time to finalize your plans, pack for your honeymoon, check up on vendors and receive out of town guests.
Contact Bella Sera For a Consultation
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