100 Must-Know Wedding Advice Items for Brides

Well done! You recently got engaged and are excited to start organizing the specifics of your big day. Read these advice pieces that every bride should know before you become overwhelmed by the options, expenses, and countless possibilities.

Arranging

1. Choose a date! Make sure you have enough time for organizing vendors and arranging the specifics of your plan. A checklist for the wedding could be useful to help you manage time and tasks.
2. Describe your budget. Establish the budget up front so you know what you have to work with.
   Think about the time of day. There can be a certain time of day that works best for the personalities, party theme, guest list, budget, and you and your partner.
3. The bridal party. You can always ask and get a commitment at any time.
4. Examine the vendors. Grab a few local wedding publications and explore the internet to see what options are available.
5. Consult others. Consult a few friends for tips and insights gained from organizing their own memorable day.
6. The people you cherish. Make sure those who hold special meaning for you understand how you would like them to be involved.
7. Examine your wedding’s size. Will it be a big party or a more private, smaller get-together?
8. I need help. relatives enquiring about ways to assist? Make an online list of beneficial tasks and invite people to sign up to contribute as much as they can.
9.  Help needed. Loved ones asking how they can help? Set up an online list of helpful tasks and allow them to sign up and help as they can.

Location, Venue, and Ambience

10. Reserve early. Many locations fill up well in advance. Make a small list and get out there as soon as you can!
11. Going there from here. Think about how far it is to get from the ceremony to the reception.
12. Backup strategy. venue outside? Keep in mind the effects of the weather and always have a “Plan B.”
13. Gorgeous “As is” Are you not fond of décor? Locate a stunning location that already has the style you like.
14. Décor for the season. Inquire if the venue will be adorned differently if your wedding falls around a holiday or other special time of year.
15. Meals and beverages. Inquire about requirements for alcohol licenses and banquet permits. Make no assumptions!
16. Examine the room’s flow. You’ll want a location that will allow you to readily socialize with visitors.
17. Get recommendations! Since they have probably had success in the past, ask your venue if they have any recommendations for more suppliers.

Invited list

18. Discuss it. It’s important to discuss it with your fiancé right away. If you don’t set parameters, creating a guest list can get VERY complex.
19. Guests on the road? Think about the number of guests that will be traveling from out of town.
20. A large number of visitors? To give them an opportunity to visit and socialize with others, think about organizing events for the weekend or a few days prior to your wedding.

Brilliant Tip: You can better organize weekend activities and get RSVPs in advance by using an online sign-up! See the example.

21. Go over family requirements. Who do you want participating in the reception, ceremony, etc.? Establish clear expectations right away.
22. Put the drama away. Treat family matters with dignity. Talk to people who might need to be reminded to set aside their own matters for a day.
23. Agents in disguise. It’s appropriate to “assign” a responsible friend to watch over a guest you are concerned might go out of control.

21. Keep others informed. Create a wedding website where you can publish information that’s crucial for your guests to know.
    Rooms (25). It’s usually a good idea for the couple to reserve hotel rooms and make arrangements for guests.

Brilliant Tip: Provide a hotel sign-up sheet for guests to fill out if you or your guest list would like to know who is staying where.

26. A welcoming hut. Give gift bags containing a few little delights or information about the destination to incoming travelers as soon as they arrive at the hotel.

Budget

27. Talk about the budget early. It might be costly to plan a wedding, so you’ll need to establish boundaries.
28. Who’s getting involved? Allow family members to contribute financially in whatever way that makes them feel comfortable.
29. Set priorities. Determine what matters most to you and your partner. Make sure to allocate a sufficient amount of your budget for high-priority items to avoid overspending.
30. Set aside some cash in reserve. Don’t plan your original budget estimations down to the last dollar because small items will always come up later.
31. Make a tip-related plan. If there are vendors you will need to tip on the day of service, make your arrangements in advance.
32. Presents. Presents are often given by couples to the key individuals in their lives, such as parents and members of the bridal party. Save some cash for this.
33. Take into account help. Know someone who has inquired how they can help and is a fantastic money manager? To keep you responsible, give them control over your spending plan.
34. Define a range. Have a range in mind for your budget when negotiating with vendors. This might drive out a few merchants before you go too far.
    DIY is number
35. Do you need to make some savings? Be imaginative. Get your creative friends and family to assist you in creating the desired style and appearance.

The Occasion

36. Choose a preacher or officiant. Does the site of your ceremony have one, or will you have to find one on your own?
37. Counselling for marriage. Are there any conditions you have to fulfil in order to walk down the aisle?
38. Obtain a licence to marry. That’s kind of vital, err, important, because without one, the ceremony won’t take place.
39. Examine how it feels. Will there be a formal or informal ceremony?
40. Time. You might wish to talk to the person marrying you about the length of the ceremony.
41. Promises Talk to your partner about whether you want to write your own vows or exchange standard ones.
42. Children or not? Make sure it is obvious if you would prefer that visitors not bring children to the wedding. You could even wish to arrange for child care.

Brilliant Tip: Provide visitors with an online form to sign up for childcare well in advance. This way, you can determine how many babysitters you’ll need on duty on the day.

43. Select words carefully. Think carefully about the texts, poetry, and music that you want to include in your day. Give it purpose.
44. Visitor Log. Get a guestbook signed by all attendees so you can remember the unique individuals that shared in your special day!
45. Activities. As guests come, give them a printed programme. Pick someone who might know most of the attendees if you need someone to distribute them—it makes for a pleasant, welcoming atmosphere!

Considerations for Reception

46. Does the person you hired cater? Make sure your caterer has options for anyone on a restricted diet, whether you’re serving hors d’oeuvres or a sit-down meal.
47. A mood is created by music. Carefully consider the music you choose to create the mood you want. Would you want a live band perform live, or would a DJ assist get the celebration started? A playlist-equipped iPod might even be the choice of some.
48. Who is in charge of the flow of traffic? Ascertain that someone is in charge of the welcoming activities. It helps to have someone maintain the flow of the process.
49. Cash and gratuity. You may discover that some businesses hire outside workers to complete daily duties. Find out ahead of time if you should leave a gratuity for those people.
50. Gifts. Give a charitable donation in your guests’ honour or give them a memento that they may keep for later, like a matchbook. Having your initials printed on it can personalise it.

Choosing Wedding Providers

51. Conduct study. You want to work with trustworthy individuals and businesses so that you can relax that day.
52. Make a brief inventory. A smart way to start is by looking up suppliers in periodicals and online, getting referrals from other people, and conducting online research.
53. Engage a specialist. Get a wedding planner to assist you narrow down the alternatives if the task just seems too big for you to handle.
54. Do not hurry. Locating the best individuals or businesses to complete each task may take some time. Recognise that everything takes time to come together.
55. Request evidence. Are you planning a wedding with a particular theme in mind, like a beachy, rustic, or theatrical vibe? Locate suppliers who have already created the appearance, and always get samples of their previous work from them.
56. Make sense of it. While you should heed the vendor’s advice, don’t be hesitant to probe, bargain, or request further options.
    In-person meetings
57. Even when you have a lot on your plate, it is wise to visit with them in person rather than relying solely on their website.

Brilliant Tip: Make an online schedule of times that you are available to meet with merchants, then ask them to select a time that would be most convenient for them.

58. When pushed. It could be a warning sign if a vendor is pressuring you to commit before you’re ready. To feel good about the choices you make is the ultimate goal.
59. Prior to Marriage Festivities
60. Bridal showers (59). Attend a wedding shower to celebrate with family and friends! A few weeks or months before the big day, throw a smaller celebration for the people you love.
61. Visitors and presents. Make sure there are enough products on the list to accommodate every guest if you have registered for wedding gifts, and choose retailers that are close to the venues.
62. Avoid duplication. When offering numerous showers, be mindful of visitor duplication. Having several invitees can give the impression that you are disorganised or self-centered.
63. Envision a bachelorette party. It is not required of attendees to bring gifts to an engagement celebration. There can be both males and girls at the party, which can be quite formal or very laid back.
64. Think about groups. Divide individuals into distinct events if you run in multiple circles and it seems too much to try to involve everyone.
    Themed parties (64). Arrange for party planners to set up a themed shower where attendees select gifts based on predetermined themes. Some ideas are “stock the bar,” “kitchen essentials,” “barbeque,” or “around the clock,” wherein gests purchase a gift according to the time of day.
65. Clever suggestion: Your friends might offer to assist you in planning a celebration or shower. I recommend using SignUpGenius if you’re a party planner extraordinaire to make managing RSVPs easier! View an example.
66. Hostess presents. Make sure you bring something for the amazing hosts who are throwing a little celebration in your honour!
67. The bachelorette party. Plan a great way to commemorate your final days of being single in style, whether it’s a spa day, a girl’s weekend away, or a fun night full of your favourite activities.
68. Brunch for Wedding Party. A bridal party or family brunch may be thrown by certain couples ahead of time or on the day of the wedding. Be in touch with your loved ones before things get out of control!
69. Register Advice
70. Talk to a buddy. A previous registration could offer insight into what went well and what didn’t.
    Prioritise your needs. While browsing the internet or examining items in the store, keep your attention on the essentials and consider the big picture.
71. Use imagination! Make a honeymoon registry, a register encouraging guests to purchase stock in your name, or even a charity registry if you don’t need many common household things!
72. Registry of the groom. It can seem tedious and dull to create a registry, and let’s face it—your fiancé might not give a damn about the sheets you receive. However, give him some voice over the matters he does care about!
73. To construct a registry list, use SignUpGenius. You can use an online sign-up form to ask your guests what they would like to see or to obliquely suggest that they send you cash donations.
74. Clever Tip: Would you like to allow visitors to make monetary gift contributions? Turn on SignUpGenius Payments when registering for a registry.
75. Buy vintage! Consider a vintage wedding dress or choose eco-friendly attire.
76. Get retro! Go green or consider wearing an antique wedding gown.
77. Light from nature. To utilise less lighting indoors, pick an area outside or an earlier time of day.
78. Invitations via email! Use SignUpGenius to manage your complete guest list, get RSVPs, and even get information on prefered meals.
79. Cherish the planet. For programmes, favours, or other paper needs, use environmentally friendly paper. Even plantable seed paper that can be printed with eco-friendly ink is now available!
80. A borrowed item. For minimal waste, rent or borrow décor.
81. Go online. The cost and chemical processing associated with film photography will be avoided with digital photography.
82. Hub for wedding websites. Make a website for your wedding so that guests can access key details and dates.
83. Shoes for dancing. Prior to the big day, choose comfortable shoes and break them in.
84. Employ a pro, or do it yourself if you are capable of doing your own hair. To ensure you know what to expect on the big day, make sure you practice!
    Makeup.
85. Maintain it fresh, tidy, and natural. Do not venture outside of your comfort zone when asking your photographer for advice on what makes the best images.
    Kit of emergency (86). Put some basic necessities in a day-of emergency kit, such as hand lotion, lip gloss, band-aids, mints, a tiny comb, and anything else that might be useful!
86. Rest up! With all the excitement, it could be difficult, but it will make you feel your best.
    Remain hydrated (88). In order to stay hydrated and fed before, on, and after your wedding day, make sure you are eating and drinking.
87. Record the Day
88. Go over the manner of photography. Select a photographer who “gets” you and your desired look.
89. Create a sharing website. Creating a picture-sharing website where users can contribute their images is a fantastic method to view all the pictures that friends and family have taken.
90. List the items. Make a “must-have” picture list for your photographer so you don’t forget to snap that picture with that person or in that particular environment.
91. Enjoying a photo booth. Numerous businesses provide chances for your guests to appear in front of the camera with a photo booth-style setup, complete with props. Everyone can have a great deal more fun with this.
92. Not a techie? Concerned that before you get a chance to see them, others may post dozens of pictures on social media? Think about letting your guests know if you’d rather have a “no tech” wedding.
93. Recall the Day’s Significance
94. Make a plan! Make sure everything is finished in advance so that you can truly enjoy your wedding day!
95. The main focus should be marriage. It’s a good idea to constantly remind yourself over the whole preparation process that every day that follows the wedding day is just as important as the day itself.
96. Remain rooted. Keep those near to you who can help you stay composed in the face of chaos and, if necessary, who can assist you in making prompt, wise decisions.
97. Set aside time for the unique individuals. During your wedding weekend, set aside specific time for your loved ones; otherwise, the weekend will go by before you realize you didn’t have that extra time.
98. Give your voice. Give that particular someone you will be spending the rest of your life with a card or letter that is to be opened on the wedding day. Write something genuine and heartfelt.
99. Show gratitude. Take a moment to appreciate the love that is all around you on your wedding day!
100. Individualized time. Amidst the chaos, schedule time with your fiancé so you can bond.

Cheers to you designing the wedding of your dreams. Warmest regards as you embark on your wedding preparations!