Many couples want to ensure their wedding planning process is easy—and avoid things shifting from dream to nightmare. What if a family member oversteps your boundaries and provides unsolicited advice? How do you decide your guest list or break the news that someone’s not invited?
While planning a celebration involves many moving parts, we want to pull back the curtain and highlight some common issues engaged couples encounter. Keep reading to learn what you and your fiancé(e) can avoid to ensure smooth sailing!
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When the sky’s the limit, you want to do everything you can to achieve your vision. Only issue? Overspending can lead to financial stress. Rather than beginning your new chapter in debt, consider creating a wedding budget and sticking to it.
Categorize your priorities and get clear on costs by:
To reduce costs, you can host your wedding during an off-season, use DIY décor, book a non-conventional venue, and reduce your guest list. In addition, all-inclusive wedding packages may be a cost-effective solution. Crunch the numbers with your partner to see what works best for your budget and vision.
Consider using apps like The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner to keep track of your spending. You can also read our splurge vs. save post for more budgeting tips.
The guest list is often a cause for headaches. Who qualifies for an invite? Hurting feelings is a valid concern while finalizing your list, so we compiled some tips to help you navigate the process:
Need help managing your RSVPs? Use tools like Zola and Minted to send pretty invites and keep track of responses. Some wedding apps also provide resources, such as planning tips and website designs.
To avoid last-minute changes, send your save-the-dates months in advance and be specific on your RSVP cards. For instance, if you don’t want children at your ceremony, write your request on your invites.
Opinionated loved ones can be overwhelming, especially if you’re worried about compromising your vision to accommodate their preferences. Consider areas where you may encounter barriers and brainstorm ways to handle them.
It’s important to set boundaries and communicate them. You can do this by:
If you know certain people will weigh in regardless of what you say, you can have them contribute to smaller areas of your celebration. Still, it’s helpful to remain flexible and listen to concerns along the way.
Before hiring wedding pros for your special day, research potential vendors. Ask for recommendations from family, read online reviews, and interview candidates. You can also explore their past work on social media and check their references.
As you build your team, be sure to communicate your unique vision to ensure everyone is on the same page. Determine your main communication channels, like email or calls. Then, organize your vendors’ details and continue updating your spreadsheet.
At this point, contracts will be in full swing. Use the following tips to make informed decisions before finalizing any agreements:
Coordinating wedding pros may seem challenging. However, you can simplify the process by designating a central point of contact, like your wedding planner. Provide a step-by-step timeline to your vendors and schedule meetings and venue walkthroughs.
Everyone wants the perfect day, but sometimes unforeseen issues occur. If and when they do, you’ll want to mentally prepare yourself. Here are simple ways to manage unpredictable circumstances:
Looking at the next 12 months, you may wonder how you will balance work, planning, and your social life. Time management is your best friend here. Try the following tips to move forward with intention:
If you’re running into any challenges, you’re not alone. Planning a full-scale celebration requires time, dedication, and resources. Speaking of resources, you can browse our library of blog posts to guide your planning journey.
Take it one day at a time, and remember to ask for help. Whether you receive support from your wedding planner or fiancé(e), welcome it with open arms and enjoy your engagement!
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