The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Wedding

Planning a wedding is no easy task. There’s so much to consider, so much to do, and it can definitely become overwhelming at times. A wedding is probably one of the most significant events of your life. Although some people choose to hire a professional to manage all the wedding responsibilities, there are many others that decide to take on all the tasks themselves.

Being organized is the key to staying on track of lists, deadlines, and tough decisions. Make sure you give yourself enough time to plan the wedding – at least a year if you can. If you don’t give yourself plenty of time for planning, it becomes more stressful and less fun. Create a checklist and a timeline to make things easier.

Here are 20 great tips to help you plan for your dream wedding:

1. Set a budget
2. Consider the date and season
3. Make a guest list
4. Select a theme
5. Get advice from other married couples
6. Research your venue options (location and price)
7. Book wedding vendors
8. Read all contracts carefully
9. Select your wedding party wisely
10. Book hotel room blocks
11. Build a registry
12. Shop for wedding outfits
13. Plan your honeymoon
14. Hire an officiant
15. Organize transportation
16. Purchase wedding rings/bands
17. Plan out pre-wedding events
18. Allocate readings and toasts
19. Build a playlist
20. Write out your vows

Just remember, you don’t have to do this alone. Get some help from your partner, family and friends to make the planning process a little less hectic. Not only will you actually enjoy putting everything together, it will be an incredibly memorable experience. Don’t worry about the minor details because it will only stress you out. Try to enjoy every moment of your special day as it will be over in the blink of an eye.