Your Simple Guide to Stress-Free Wedding Planning
As You are now engaged! Now comes the crazy part: How to plan your big day. There is a way to enjoy this exciting (and sometimes exhausting) journey with a smile, so don’t worry. Here are some easy ways to make planning your wedding fun and stress-free:
1. Tame the beast of the guest list:
Sometimes, the party list is where fights happen. To decide who should be there first, think about who really needs to be there (close friends and family). For friends or family who live far away, you might want to have a smaller ceremony and a bigger celebration later on to celebrate with everyone.
4. Get used to using checklists:
Feeling too busy to do everything? Do not worry! Make a wedding planning to-do list to stay on track.
There are many free designs on the web, or you can make your own. Separate the tasks into stages, like booking the venue, shopping for clothes, and hiring vendors, and give each one a reasonable due date.
5. Be open to the unexpected:
Not many things go exactly as planned. Keep calm by having a plan B ready in case something goes wrong. One way to do this is to have a backup caterer on call, sewing tools on hand in case of an emergency, or a “problem solver” among your bridesmaids or groomsmen.
Plus: Talking to people is very important!
Keep the lines of communication open with your partner, suppliers, and family to avoid surprises at the last minute.
Don’t forget:
Today is a big day for you. Don’t get caught up in the little things. Remember what’s important: sharing your love and commitment with the people you care about the most. Please remember that you are planning a wedding and not climbing Mount Everest. Take breaks and deep breaths.
If you follow these easy tips, planning your wedding will go from being a stressful task to an exciting and fun adventure. Go out there and beat that wedding-planning beast! Have fun!
