Hello everyone, I'm Selma Marshall. I would like to share my knowledge about wedding planning on this site. The wedding planning process often starts out slow with the selection of the decorations and venue. From there, the date seems to arrive faster and faster as the bride and groom pick their outfits to wear at the altar. Picking the outfits for the wedding party often proves even more difficult, especially when dealing with a number of different personalities and preferences. I would like to talk about ways to streamline the wedding planning process without upping stress levels. I hope you can use the information I provide to plan the wedding of your dreams.
Your wedding and reception venue is one of the most important parts of the big day. But couples are at risk of making a few common timing mistakes that relate to their venue. What are some of these mismatches between good timing and your wedding venue? Here are a few to avoid.
1. Setting a Venue Before a Budget
One key to a successful wedding of any size is to spread out your budget in ways that fit your needs and priorities. If you book an expensive venue only to discover your budget doesn't support it, many other elements may have to be downsized. On the other hand, you might choose a small or simple venue but later discover you could have splurged. Decide on the funds first, then go venue shopping.
2. Choosing a Dress Before a Venue
What does your wedding dress or style have to do with the venue? These two important aspects should feel harmonious and cohesive. A rustic, casual wedding venue paired with an overly formal princess gown might cause an odd disconnect. And a simple cocktail-style wedding dress might be overwhelmed by a unique or large venue. Ideally, have a list of venue options before getting serious about dress styles.
3. Not Arranging the Right Access
Discuss with any potential venue how the pre-show activities are handled. If you plan to do a lot of decoration on your own, you'll need access to the space hours or even days early. This can be challenging with busy venues. However, if the venue's staff will do much of the work for you, you can arrive later and do the surface decoration after the structure has been crafted.
4. Leaving a Gap in the Party
Whether you plan to use different venues for the wedding and reception or you will turn over the ceremony space for the party, avoid allowing a large gap in time. The longer time it takes, the more impatient and annoyed guests will become, marring their perception of your wedding. In addition, you'll pay for extra time at the venue. Instead, find ways to ensure the shortest possible break between the two halves.
5. Overstaying Your Welcome
You love your venue, you love your dress, and you love your wedding. But that doesn't mean the festivities should go on forever. Craft a defined ending for the reception after a few hours. Arrange for an afterparty if some still want to party. By letting the day end when everyone is still having a good time, you create lasting happy memories. Your people and the staff have time to clean up, and you aren't paying for overtime.
Where To Learn More
Want more tips for finding the best timing for your wedding day? Start by meeting with a wedding venue in your area. With their help and these tips, you're sure to have the best day ever.
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