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Before you say yes: wedding planning is important, so you have to consider these 4 fundamental points
You have decided to take the plunge and can’t wait to start planning your wedding.
Very well, it is a really important moment and for your day to be as you have always dreamed it would be a good idea to stop for a moment and think about these four fundamental points, which you should have clear in your head before you start to move towards finding the right suppliers for you.
First of all it is good to focus, take notes, think and write down your wishes. In order to make them all come true, it is good to go in the right order.
When everything is clear to you, you can explain exactly what you want to your suppliers, how, where and when.
In short, clarify your ideas and then proceed with the whole organisation. But let’s go straight through what these four important points are.
1. Clear Vision
Start imagining your special day. Could it be an intimate, romantic wedding or a cheerful party with lots of friends? What kind of atmosphere would you like to create? Are you inclined towards a romantic and elegant atmosphere, or perhaps you prefer a more rockin’ style?
Before you start planning your wedding, think carefully about what moves you and makes your heart beat faster.
If you are looking for inspiration, you can explore wedding blogs, portals and magazines online.
Pinterest, in particular, offers a wide range of ideas. Create a pin board with photos that reflect your taste: this will help you in your selection and allow you to clearly communicate your style and decorating preferences.
2. Set a budget
Decide how much you want to spend on your wedding. Too often I hear ‘we have no idea how much we should spend’. Make an estimate of how much you want to allocate to this special day and consider whether you want to manage everything yourself or whether you have family members willing to help you financially.
Even if you have never organised a wedding before, try to make some preliminary assessments. If necessary, ask for advice from an expert in the field, such as a wedding planner, who will help you establish a precise budget and give you useful pointers. If you do not want to hire a wedding planner for the entire organisation, you can always ask for a personal consultation just for budgeting (yes, it is possible! Learn More).
3. How many guests will there be?
It is essential to have an idea of the number of guests before you start planning. Planning an intimate wedding with a few people is very different from planning one with a hundred participants.
Make a list of guests, dividing them into close relatives, friends, colleagues, etc. You can also create a ‘reserve’ list for those you are not yet sure of inviting. This will also be useful later on for seating arrangements. You can learn more about the guest list in our article.
4. Civil and religious ceremony?
It is important to decide on the type of ceremony, whether civil, religious, symbolic. If you opt for the religious one, check the availability of churches, because some have very long waiting lists, sometimes many months. Talk to the parish priest and together with him evaluate the best date. The same applies to locations for civil weddings, again there may be long waits or some restrictions on the days available.
In the case of a symbolic ceremony, it will be necessary, when choosing the location, to take space into account, both in good weather and in the event of rain. Especially if you have many guests, it is a good idea to plan in detail both plan A and plan B, so that everyone can enjoy the day, fair weather or not, and above all you will not have weather anxiety.
These are four key points to consider BEFORE you start planning your wedding. If you feel you are short on time or do not have a clear idea, consider getting help from a wedding planner. If you want to do most things yourself, you can ask for a consultation just to define the main points of organisation and then go it alone.
Alternatively, if you want to enjoy your day without stress, seriously consider hiring a professional to support you throughout the preparations and even on the wedding day. Choosing a wedding planner could guarantee you an unforgettable, worry-free day with the focus on you and your guests.”
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