The doves, the champagne glasses, the wedding bells ringing in the background-all signs of the perfect wedding coming together. On plan and on schedule. The gown’s been reserved, the wedding party has returned RSVPs. . .and then the panic sets in. The florist shop can’t get the shipment in on time. The catering company just lost their head chef, the one that was also in charge of assembling the wedding cake.
Planning the Big Day can be an exhilarating experience, a pressure-filled time that, when all goes well, results in a smooth, streamlined performance of wedding bliss straight out of a Martha magazine. For the blissfully unaware couple, it’s wise to work with a certified wedding planner or coordinator to man the forces of nature. In addition, here are just seven mistakes that can lower the risk of a wedding meltdown:
- Trying to run a one-man show. Even though the idea of exclaiming ‘we did it on our own!’ as guests admire your event sounds attractive, it isn’t as easy as it looks. Make room and time for a wedding professional. Consultants and wedding planners have done this many, many times before, and can organize almost everything to perfection.
- Forgetting about first class mail. Wedding invitations are usually heavier than regular letters, and will require additional postage. Don’t send out the batch of 400 invites with that one first class stamp; you really don’t have that much room in your mailbox for the ensuing ‘return to sender’ envelopes. The post office can help you weigh that letter down to the penny, so let the professionals handle it!
- Not sticking with the budget. Even if you have trouble balancing your checkbook, this is not the time to reinforce the habit. A wedding budget can get out of hand faster than the frosting sliding off the cake in the summer sun. Take notes, research, whatever you have to do to get the numbers down on paper before you start sending payments. You’ll quickly find out what your priorities are when it comes to working with different vendors, and it will be easier to check them off your list.
- Forgetting booking timelines. Every vendor, from the wedding gown specialist to the catering company, work on different deadlines. If you don’t reserve their services far enough ahead of time, you’re setting yourself up for missed opportunities-and maybe a lifetime of time management classes. Use a fresh calendar to keep track of dates, times, and any notes on deposits required.
- Forgetting about the weather. Weather.com, the local weatherman, and even the psychic who promised a cloudless blue sky cannot be trusted. No matter how well your weather vane works, make sure you have a plan B in case of emergency. Outdoor weddings might need a popup gazebo for the sudden rainstorm, and extra fans on hand will help guests for that summer afternoon in the chapel.
- Pre-wedding night celebrations. You need a clear head on the Big Day, despite the excitement of attending the bachelorette party with the gang. If nothing else, think of how you want to feel during the exchange of vows–hangovers aren’t generally camera friendly.
- Losing the theme. If you’ve settled for the Romantic white organza trim and blue ribbon in the reception hall, don’t introduce a ‘Taste of the Tropics’ theme at the outdoor dinner. Sticking with the theme will keep your wedding professional, elegant, and smooth. It can also help with the budget, since you’ll probably be buying accessories and décorations in bulk.
As you set about planning that wedding to perfection, don’t overlook these pitfalls that can set you back on your goal toward wedding bliss. Although they’re common, prevention will be a valuable strategy!
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