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"Where to Begin" in the Wedding Planning Process
By Eileen Costa
“Hello, I’m Beverly Bride and I just don’t know how to begin planning my wedding!” Planning a wedding can be a very daunting task if you are not a Professional Wedding Planner. Most brides rush to book the reception venue or the photographer without considering their budget! So, where DO you begin?
1. Budget - The dollar amount everyone is contributing is the starting point for your budget. Base your decisions on what is most important to you. Don’t skimp on the things you want most.
2. Guest List - Begin to create a guest list. This is a difficult task that creates a great deal of stress between family members so be mindful of everyone’s feelings. If you are hoping to invite 200 guests, create four individual guest lists each numbered 1 to 50. Give one list each to the Bride’s parents, Groom’s parents, the Bride and then the Groom. Gather all four lists and add or subtract as needed. Now take another look at your budget to see if you need to reduce the number of guests.
3. Ceremony - Will it be a religious or civil ceremony? Where will the ceremony be performed? You’ll need to check for available dates.
4. Reception venue - Outdoors? Tent? An indoor banquet facility? On or near the beach? A local hall? Consider the size of your guest list, the theme, the facility décor, and of course available dates.
5. Caterers - If you’ve chosen a venue that doesn’t provide food then you will need to start visiting caterers. Call 3 or 4 and make appointments to speak to them at their place of business. Bring with you a list of questions to ask. They will provide you with a packet of information. When making that first phone call, ask about available dates you have in mind. A wedding planner can provide you with a list of questions to ask each of the vendors that you visit and knows what percentage of your budget goes for each vendor. Now is a good time to take another look at your budget. Do you need to adjust the budget or the guest list? Before signing any contracts, hire a Professional Bridal Consultant as your Wedding Planner.
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