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# 1 - You're Engaged! Now What? Top Five Things To Do Now.
Your head must be spinning with visions of your wedding day! Resist running down to the local wedding shop until you and your spouse address these five important topics (and there will be hundreds more as well). Get out a notebook with five clean sheets and start jotting.
Step One. Create a list of important topics to discuss with your fiancée. Here are some to get you started.
The size of the wedding (large or small by number of guests)
The maximum amount you want to spend on the wedding ($5,000, $20,000)
The source of money for your wedding (both of you, or family)
The type of wedding (religious, civil, theme, traditional, destination)
The number of members in the wedding party (2, 5, 8)
Step Two. Meet with the parents to discuss the topics in Step One (if appropriate). The tough issues: budget and guest list. Find out what is most important to them. Stick to the topics in your list for now.
Step Three. Pick a wedding date. Consider national and religious holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, school schedules, weather, and vacation days. It is not unusual to set a date one year in advance, especially to reserve a popular site.
Step Four. Start gathering information for creative ideas. If you like to follow trends, check out wedding web sites on the Internet and purchase popular bridal magazines. Find out when future wedding shows will be in your town and plan to attend at least one.
Step Five. Get organized! The more organized you are, the easier the planning, and the less stressful the event. Decide who will plan the wedding (most brides plan the majority), and whether or not a wedding consultant or professional events planner should be hired. Purchase a complete wedding planner, whether it is a notebook, an on-line planner, or wedding management software.
# 2 - The Next Five Things To Do Now.
Step 6. Discuss openly and honestly with your future spouse, the "planning" responsibilities. Who will plan the entertainment? Who will plan the menu? Who will decide on the baker and see it through? The many, many details are important.
Step 7. Prepare a list of sites that you have always dreamed of having your wedding. On the beach, in the largest cathedral in the city, in the country, at the Country Club, at your dad's beautiful backyard. There must be hundreds of sites available in your city or in another city (destination weddings is the rage). Narrow the sites to three of your favorites, then check to see if your wedding date is available at the site before making the visit.
Step 8. Attend wedding shows in your area. The best strategy is to attend two shows. The first time, your purpose can be "information gathering". See what vendors offer, look at jewelry, gowns, hairstyles, cakes (and taste them too), tuxedos, flowers, balloons, etc. The second visit should be around four-to-six months before your wedding with the purpose of making appointments with vendors you like, asking detailed questions about their services and gathering information about pricing.
Step 9. Discuss the size of the guest list and if 50% will be from the bride's family and 50% from the groom's family.
Step 10. You have already reached number ten by starting the research and gathering of information. It will seem as if your entire day is spent on planning your wedding. Be careful not to let your wedding planning get in the way of your normal responsibilities. If you feel overwhelmed, talk to someone you trust, such as a minister, priest, rabbi, or counselor, who work with engaged couples daily and understand the stress you may experience.
# 3 - Wedding Etiquette
What is meant by wedding etiquette? The word "etiquette" means good manners or behavior. Our comment: do what feels right to you. Of course, you may be the talk of the town, but at least you celebrated the way you wanted. Most wedding etiquette focuses on the invitations, his and her manners towards the families and guests, careful seating of your guests, producing a tasteful event and knowing how to make their important guests feel welcome. The bride and groom are the focus of the event and everyone is watching their every move. If something unexpected happens, the couple knows how to respond without stressing themselves or others. The most informed bride and groom know the dos and donts as expressed by those in the know. If you wish to find out what society has published, pick up a book at your local book store (there should be an entire shelf dedicated to weddings) or go online.
# 4 - What Qualifies as a Small, an Average, or a Large Wedding?
Consider two components: number of guests invited or the wedding budget. Usually, a small wedding consist of 100 guests or less. These are normally a smaller budget because the reception (food and refreshments) consist of 40% of the cost of the event. However, a small wedding could have a large budget of say $20,000 consisting of the finest food and wine and other accommodations. The small wedding budget is in the range of $1,000 to $10,000.
Usually, an average wedding consist of 200-300 guests. The average budget may come as a surprise to you, but providing a seated affair or buffet, champagne and entertainment at the reception consist of 40% of the budget, an average wedding in the USA for the last couple of years is $22,000. Of course, there are many ways to slim the budget with a little creativity.
Usually, a large wedding is an extravagant affair, and the budget isn't as important as the celebration itself. A large wedding can consist of 300-500 guests. Providing a wonderful reception for a large number of guests can really add up! With an unlimited budget, why not serve a savory menu and serve the best refreshments for your once-in-a-lifetime event? Usually, a large wedding costs anywhere from $40,000 to $200,000.
# 5 - Do I Need a Theme for My Wedding?
A wedding theme is recommended. Having a theme gives your planning chore a focus. The theme doesn't have to be elaborate or unique; it can be as simple as having a religious theme (Catholic, Jewish, etc.), or cultural theme (Hawaiian, Greek, African-American, etc.). Do you and your spouse have a favorite sport. If you both love to play golf, then a Country Club is a great theme with favors to match; love tennis? There have been wedding receptions on the tennis court (with appropriate tents, seating and decor that it was hard to believe it was on the court. Find something unique that brought the two of you together, and use it as a theme. Maybe you have a favorite flower that you want to see everywhere-- at the ceremony and the reception, on your invitations, and on the thank you cards.
Wedding's a Breeze offers several wedding theme software kits. Read up on wedding theme articles.
# 6 - Attend Bridal Shows
Whats all the excitement about? A bridal show offers you one of the best shopping options as a wedding consumer. At the bridal show, you will be able to meet first hand with local vendors all in one day and in one location. If possible, take a friend or relative with you, or best yet, bring your future spouse. You can take advantage of this opportunity by first discussing your needs and expectations for your wedding before attending the show. Write down questions so you can be prepared to ask them right on the spot. Some of the vendors will bring samples; for example, most cake vendors will bring a variety of flavored cakes for you to taste. The tuxedo rental shops will have tuxedos for you to touch and see (instead of just a photo in a brochure). Some catering companies will provide food samples (thats where all the crowd is). You may find real jewelry, floral arrangements, videos of real weddings, and be able to sit inside a limousine. Here are some smart tips:
1) Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
2) Bring a tote bag that you can wear on your shoulder. There are many free tote bags at the show, but you have to carry them in your hand.
3) Bring cash, checks or credit cards many vendors offer discounts for point-of-sale purchases on the exhibit day.
4) Bring your calendar or daytimer to make appointments with vendors.
5) Make cards or labels with your name, address, telephone number and email address (like a business card) to give to the vendors. This effort will save time from having to write and re-write your personal information at each booth.
6) Usually a fashion show takes place at a bridal show. You dont want to miss this event; browse close to booths located near the entry door as the time nears. The line for the fashion show forms quickly.
7) Pick up free wedding magazines at the show.
8) Enter many contests to win bridal packages or maybe a honeymoon. Most of all have fun. Hundreds of vendors are waiting to be of service to you
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