What Every Bride needs to know

Wedding Advise Every Bride Needs To Know

Book your vendors early

Top of Form Bottom of Form Plan the day for yourself, not for others Get the groom involved, it’s is wedding too Pamper yourself before your wedding, want an excuse to go to the spa?  Your wedding!!! Remember to allow time to visit tables during your reception Seat older guest away from loud music Pick a song for your first dance that has meaning for both of you Remember evening weddings are more formal than day time weddings Have someone else do your hair and makeup, you will be too nervous Consider having your wedding and reception at the same location, its easier for everyone Send your invitations out 6 – 8 weeks before the wedding Send thank you notes out no later than 3 months after the wedding Don’t invite guest you really do not want to see at your wedding Stick to your budget Go over the types of pictures of want with your photographer ahead of time Go over a do not play and do play song list with your DJ or Band Take dance lessons for your first dance together Select dresses that will flatter everyone in your bridal party Don’t forget to offer a vegetarian option on your menu If you have guests who keep kosher, have a kosher option on your menu Do not seat divorced parents at the same table Make sure you are comfortable with your choice of vendors If working on a tan, start early so you are not red or peeling on your wedding day Consider offering sparkling cider for guests that do not drink alchol Decide ahead of time how many children you both want, who is doing the finances, who is doing the cooking, laundry, cleaning and other household chores. Attend bridal shows Order a small bouquet for the bouquet toss, keep your bouquet as a momento Have a tasting for your reception food and your wedding cake If you have an outdoor ceremony be sure to have a backup in case of bad weather Pay all vendors in a timely manner Wear waterproof mascara Get a good nights sleep the night before Do not let friends and family talk you into something you do not want for your wedding Make sure you eat something on your wedding day Do not drink too much at your wedding, you want to remember everything Do not get a haircut too close to your wedding Enjoy yourself