1. You might not need a wedding planner
Sometimes, a wedding coordinator and getting yourself organized can be just as effective. Utilise a master spreadsheet to keep track of everything — from your budget to your guest list, timelines, and vendor contacts. This way, you’ll feel more in control and less overwhelmed.
2. Invest in styling
If you want your wedding to feel cohesive and visually intentional, a professional stylist can make a huge difference. They’ll help bring your vision to life and ensure every detail works together seamlessly.
3. Choose your bridesmaids wisely
Wait as long as you can before officially asking your bridesmaids. Don’t get sucked into who you’ve known the longest, family, etc. Choose the people who are reliable and know how to turn up for you.
4. Prepare for unexpected emotions
Weddings have a way of revealing people’s true colors and can be emotionally triggering for some. Maybe it’s a chronically single friend or an overbearing parent — either way, take a second to breathe, ground yourself, and remember not to take things personally.
5. Remove all guilt and celebrate the two of you
Unless it’s a financial burden, go all out and celebrate yourselves. This is a once-in-a-lifetime event, so don’t feel guilty about enjoying the process and making it special. After all, It’s max 1-2 years of your life for memories that will last forever.
6. Love your venue
The more you love your wedding venue and its look, the less you’ll need to spend on decor and styling it. Choose a space that reflects your vision so it feels special on its own.
7. Music matters
Music is important at every single point of the day. Curate playlists. Think what will you enjoy listing to as you’re getting ready, what music will spark emotions during your first look, pre-ceremony, cocktail hour, what are people hearing as they eat dinner, etc. This will really help with the overall vibe of your wedding. The right soundtrack will elevate the vibe and make your wedding more memorable. Bonus; by activating your emotions during each part of the day your photographs will look more natural and authentic to you two.
8. Be open-minded with your dress
Don’t be married to a dress you see on Pinterest. Go for a dress that suits YOUR body-type the most and what you feel most confident and comfortable in.
9. Prep the night before
Do as much as you can the night before. Check your dress, steam, get your details ready, ensure you have your getting ready spaces cleaned, ensure whoever’s getting ready with you in the morning knows the timeline and plans for the day.
10. Invest in your must-haves
Identify three things that are your absolute must-haves, and focus your budget on those. For example, photography, venue, and food are often high priorities for many couples. Everything else can be figured out or kept simple because they’re not as important. This approach ensures you’ll be happy with the aspects that matter most to you.
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