WEDDING PLANNING TIPS

It’s been a while since we had our latest blog. No excuses but sometimes, lying into bed thinking of nothing to do next (laziness-in short) is something to ponder upon (high five!). But since we’re back, we have to gather again pieces of our gained knowledge with regards to your dream day ceremony. Today, we will be tackling about your blue print: your wedding plan.

Everybody has a “plan”. We all do make plans. The next big question is: did your plan really happened “as planned”? I don’t think so. People do normally plan but seems to miss one key factor: execution. This is actually the main reason why you make a plan. For you to have something to execute. For you to know what to do. For you to have a guide. Don’t misplace though planning with execution. I just put an emphasis on execution as your plan is useless, if there will be no one to make that plan happen.

Wedding planning is one of the most excruciating part of all. Your plan has to be based on several factors: budget (of course), time availability, location, religion, traditions etc to name a few. But no matter how specific your upcoming “predictions” are, here are few tips which should be part of your wedding plan for you to ponder upon.

1.      Be certain- have a fixed date on your mind. You and your wife-to-be has to agree on the date “beyond reasonable doubt”! The date is actually the day where all the arrow will be aimed at so, better be certain and please, agree on it first.

2.    Your dream- people varies. We all have different perceptions on what is our dream wedding. The wedding has to be in parallel with your personality. Something that people can really relate to, based on you as a person. Something that you can really call, your own.

3.     Be on target- identify the church and your reception area as early as possible. Book it! Weddings nowadays especially in Philippines needs lead time as they got year-long bookings in advance so beware. You might be imagining yourself walking down the aisle in Manila Cathedral, only to find out that the next available date is 2 years from now!

4.     Know your vendors- videography, flowers and décor, caterer, coordinators etc. These are the people who you will entrust your few hours greatness so better know them. Do a research and look for feed backs. Know their old clients if possible. In this world where google knows better than anyone else, you should find what you are looking for. But don’t forget: stay within budget.

5.     Entourage- people amongst people within you and your partner. These are mostly family members and real close friends. Those people who shared a special part on your heart. Has nothing to do with the looks (wink) but, prefer those who were really extra especial.

6.     Attires- Who will shoulder our entourage dresses? How long can the tailor finish the order? To where will these be delivered? Who can do on the day repairs? What is your motif????? Tons of questions to be certain about.

7.     How to send invites- People often miss this process. You should know who amongst your attendees will receive the invites from yourself. Make sure to prioritize the primary sponsors too. Even relatives nowadays awaits a formal invitation copy from you! Take note of that.

8.       Manage your budget- your budget is something that you always have to refer on every time you make a decision. This is something that needs careful analysis on things that you can forego and keep. Make sure to keep it updated.

Again, a plan is useless without execution. Don’t forget the main reason of your plan which is to make things less complicated and should serve as a guide, not as an added pressure. 

Till next time.