Well, we set a date: May 26, 2007.
I was thinking of a beach wedding on the cliff.
I want a semi small wedding. A few friends and family. But I’m not sure where to start.
What do I do first? Rings, cake??
Pls help!
Thanks!!!
2006-10-23 11:14:10 · 21 answers · asked by camille 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
The first thing I did was write down a list of people to invite. Your location is often restricted by the number of people you have.
Second, think about a budget. Then start researching your locations and think about what you like and dislike about each place. Do you want to just have a small dinner at a restaurant after the ceremony or do you want the full on party with a DJ?
You need to decide what is most important to you...A fancy dress? A fabulous dinner? And then go from there. Wedding rings can be purchased a month before the ceremony. But the best baker in town might be booked 6 months to a year in advance.
The most important thing to do is to prioritze what YOU and YOUR FINANCE want for your wedding and make sure to secure that first.
2006-10-23 11:24:12 · answer #1 · answered by bride2be091507 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The first thing I always recommend figuring out is the bride's attire. The other things I would figure out soon are the reception (location, menu, etc) and then if you are going to have any limousines or horse drawn carriages, get them booked next.
I would suggest going my your local convenience store or book store and pick up a couple of bridal magazines. Not only will they have plenty of wedding dresses but they have a general timeline that you can follow along so that you know when your deadlines are. Happy Planning.
2006-10-23 19:13:20 · answer #2 · answered by Patricia D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you need to decide on your budget. That will make a big difference in what you want and how fancy you can make it.
You can have a very nice wedding at a very modest cost...you just utilize thrift stores, yard sales and you can find lots of things for like your favors, your wedding dress, bridesmaids dresses, floral decorations. Yes, these things may be used, but alot of them are very nice and no one would need to know they weren't new. You need to decide what your priorities are and what things are most important to you...such as the Dress, your ceremony, Cake, your reception or your decorations. Then, spend your money on the things that are least important and you can then use the most money for those things which are most important to you. My daughter is renewing her wedding vows on Halloween and we have gotten so many things for it at thrift stores and yeard sales that the whole wedding renewal (175 guests) has only cost us $550.00 and it is going to be a beautiful affair.
2006-10-23 12:50:03 · answer #3 · answered by lildragonlexi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i believe that your cake should be the first thing to do because a lot of people do not do ruch orders on cakes. and if you plan on getting your dress made go ahead and take care of that.als dont wait to long to find a place to hve the wedding and receptin. being that you want a wedding on the beach, make sure that the weather will be good.
2006-10-23 11:25:46 · answer #4 · answered by kalewis2005 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Location, location, location...Once you choose your location, you'll be able to set the mood for the wedding and it will be easier to choose other things, like the menu, the cake design, and the decor...The location is the hardest and most important detail in the planning process. As a wedding planner, that is the first thing I would suggest doing.
2006-10-23 11:55:40 · answer #5 · answered by VAWeddingSpecialist 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dress first, then flowers, cake, ring, music selection, food options, wine choice, invitations should be sent out at least 3 months in advance w/ RSVP enclosed pre stamped. Wedding vows if you will be doing your own. Choose the church and priest. I would also take pre wedding class with your husband to be if available. Just to go over what you both expect froma marriage, such as kids, finances, ect.
Congradulations... Goodluck !!!!
2006-10-23 11:18:44 · answer #6 · answered by Jackie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your funds is useful, yet your greatest mission will be getting that venue lined up on such short word. It helps that you aren't to any extent further aiming for prime wedding ceremony season, yet having stated that, the better effective venues can get booked as a lot as a three hundred and sixty 5 days beforehand. So that's your drop each and every thing merchandise to do first. ideally, they'd grant you with 2-3 concepts and then you'll ask them to carry those concepts for twenty-four hours even as you attempt to hit upon a church. because of the fast timespan, you would ought to modify your plans, like no longer having a Saturday wedding ceremony. or you'll get a Saturday wedding ceremony notwithstanding the ceremony might want to might want to be on the venue. On alcohol, i have been to three receptions with out it. that's completely nice to bypass alcohol loose, and for afternoon weddings it would not substitute them in any respect. in words of holding it authentic, notwithstanding, in case you eventually end up with a Saturday evening reception and do not serve alcohol, it would want to substitute the "vibe" of the shape, distinctly if maximum of your travelers elect to drink. yet there is not any longer some thing rude in case you want to do with out it. playstation - Sophia, that's no longer authentic. a number of women people bypass into an section bridal shop and purchase a dress off the rack. It would not ought to take 7-8 months. Heck, it would not unavoidably even might want to be altered. Mine did not.
2016-10-16 06:07:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I planned my entire wedding myself. Start with the date, the theme, and the invitations.
Check out the book "Bridal Bargains: Secrets to Throwing a Fantastic Wedding on a Realistic Budget." It's a great book, and takes you step by step on everything you need to know.
Good luck!!
2006-10-23 11:24:00 · answer #8 · answered by lickitysplit 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try www.theknot.com. It is a great website, can be used for planning a large or small wedding. Allows you to set up a web page (great for destination weddings and details for your guest), track guest replies, address invites (excellent for writing those thank you cards afterwards).. and the best part a great to-do list that gives you reasonable timelines. You can add or subtract items as applicable.
2006-10-23 11:17:12 · answer #9 · answered by pinky 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a book store and get a planner. The book that was the BEST for me was the TLC planner, it was a book take from tips from the show that they gave you a week to plan a wedding on a small budge.
its something like 'Wedding for cost consciance couples'. it was an awesome book!
2006-10-23 12:34:51 · answer #10 · answered by Char 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋