There’s a lot to do when it comes to organizing your big day! While wedding planning is a lot of fun, it can be a little overwhelming at times. To make the task easier for you, here is a quick checklist of six key factors you need to get sorted. So,let’s get started!
1. Date
Choosing a date to get married can be more complicated than it first seems. Weather is, of course, a big factor, so you should first have a think about if you want a winter, fall, summer, or spring wedding. You might also want to consider which times of year are the most popular because this will affect how quickly venues, caterers, and entertainment gets booked up. Lastly, it’s worth checking whether there are any dates your family and close friends definitely can’t make before you book anything.
2. Guests
You want to sort out your guest list fairly early on in the planning process because this will have an impact on other factors, such as the venue that you choose. Start by making a list of everyone you and your partner would ideally like to invite, then see if you need to make any cuts. Other issues to think about include who you’ll be allowed to bring a ‘plus one’ with them and whether or not you want children at your wedding.
3. Theme
One of the more fun aspects of wedding planning is choosing a theme. Of course, you don’t need to have one, but having a central focus to plan everything else around can make things easier. It might be as low-key as a specific color scheme, or you can pick a more involved concept. This could be anything,like Alice in Wonderland, bohemian chic, or modern minimalism to a fairytale or beach vibes. Whatever suits your personality!
4. Venue
Your wedding venue is a very influential part of the day, so spend some time looking at different options. Try to find somewhere that’s in a convenient location, fits your theme, and is the right size for your guest list. You should think about whether you want both outdoor and indoor space available to use, what the catering options are, and whether the venue allows live music.
5. Food
You and your guests are sure to get hungry during the festivities, so the menu is not something to skimp on! These days you have all sorts of catering options available, from a casual buffet to a high-end multi-course extravaganza. Ensurethat you ask your guests if they have any dietary requirements so you can plan accordingly, and consider whether you want some late-night food options (like a food truck) if your wedding day is going to be a long one.
6. Entertainment
No one wants their guests to get bored at their wedding, so don’t forget to arrange some entertainment. There’s an amazing variety of styles to choose from, meaning you’re guaranteed to find something that fits your theme and tastes. This could be a classic string quartet, modern rock band, singing waiters, party games, karaoke, a magician, a DJ… the list goes on!
