Wedding Information

I just got engaged last weekend, and we’re going to start looking for venues to host our ceremony and reception for October of next year. I’m a little nervous of the money that will be spent on the venue and food for everyone, but we know our budget, we know we’ll be able to save double what our budget is before next September, and I’m not feeling any pressure yet. I know it’s super early still for us, so I was just wondering when the wedding planning really started becoming stressful for you.
Wow, this is really good information and advice. Thank you. Keep it coming!

More than likely, it will hit more towards the end of the planning. More towards when the wedding is. That’s just because you feel like you forgot something, maybe something isn’t perfect, etc. You want your day to be perfect and the closer it is, the more you feel something will go wrong. So, stress time. But if you plan things out accordingly and have everything you want ahead of time, you shouldn’t have to stress too much.

I bought three books that tell me "how to be a bride," and they also cover others’ roles: the bridesmaids, the mother of the bride, the groom, and more. Is it appropriate to inform these individuals what their traditional wedding roles are so they are not confused? How can I offer this information to my wedding party without sounding ungrateful for their assistance?

A fun and unthreatening way to let people know their duties (or what you expect of them) is to send out a newsletter detailing responsibilities and other wedding planning information. That way, no one will feel as though you’re targeting them. You’re probably right that most people will find it helpful to have responsibilities spelled out — they might not know what they’re supposed to do, and they may feel weird about asking. A newsletter is a cool way to tell them — you’ll have fun putting it together, too! Be sure to include a huge "Thank You" to everyone early in your newsletter — people generally respond better to instructions if they feel appreciated.
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One good example is making own wedding invitations.

I want one where I can "check" the items off as I finish them.
Thanks In Advance

www.theknot.com

It’s wonderful

do away with to be more cost-efficient for my wedding.

I mean things like the
Wedding Gown
Gown Preservation - Carrying Bag
Bridal Tiara & Veil
Bride’s Shoes
Hair & Make Up
Groom’s Tux
Groom’s Shoes
Best Man Attire
Groomsmen Attire
Maid of Honor Dress
Bride’s Maids Dresses
Flower Girl Dress
Ring Bearer Suit
Alterations
Cleaning
Pressing
Religous Attire
Jewelry Accessories

Florals
Bride’s Bouquet
Maid of Honor Bouquet
Flower Girl Basket
Bride Maid’s Bouquets
Corsages
Boutonnieres
Floral Arrangements
Centerpieces
Cake Table Decorations
Memorial Table Flower

Food/Beverages & Hospitality
Engagement Pary
Rehearsal Dinner
Pre-Reception Snacks
Bar
Non-bar Beverages
Wedding Cake
Ceremony Site
Reception Hall
Guest Accomodations

For The Ceremony
Wedding Bands
Wedding Vows
Jewelry Gifts for Kids
Unity Candles
Unity Candles
Other Ceremonial Candles
Candle Holders
Flower Girl Basket
Ring Bearer Pillow
Guest Books
Pens
Flowers
Aisle Runner
Pew Ribbons
Religous Items
Gifts for Officiant
Honorarium for Officiant

For the Reception
Guest Book & Pen
Champagne Goblets/Flutes
Cake Tops
Cake Server Set
Garters
Bridal Purses
Heart Shaped Mirrors
Table Covers
Table Bouquet Centerpiece
Gifts for attendants
Wedding Favors
Bells
Ribbons & Balloons
Decorations

Gifts
Engraveable Gifts
Personalized Gifts
Gifts to One Another
Gifts for Parents
Gifts for Grandparents
Gifts for Kids
Gifts for siblings
Gifts for Best Man
Gifts for Maid of Honor
for Wedding Attendants
for Out of Town Guests
Gifts for Officiant
Honorarium for Officiant
Tips for Service Providers

Music
Musicians/Soloist/DJ
Prelude
Ceremony
Reception
Cutting Of The Cake
First Dance
Mother - Son Dance
Father - Daughter Dance
Father - Daughter Dance

Personal Assistants & Contact Information
Officiant
Wedding Coordinator
Best Man
Maid/matron of honor
Flower Girl
Ring Bearer
Wedding Attendants
Dress maker
Florist
Decorator
Caterer
Photographer
Videographer
Baker
Ceremony Location
Reception Hall
Rental Agent
Travel Agent
Accommodations
Limo Driver
Bar Tender
Musicians/Soloist/DJ
Calligrapher
Other

Personal Wedding Accessories
A Wedding Theme
Wedding Accessories Collection
Something Old
Something New
Something Borrowed
Something Blue
Sixpence for the bride’s Shoe
Garter
Tossing Garter
Hankie
Bridal Purse
Emergency Kit

Photo & Media
Newspaper Announcement
Wedding Web Site
Videographer
Photographer
Personal Guest Cameras
Film & Developing
Photo Framing
Photo Albums

Stationery
Save the Day
Invitations
Reply Cards
Location Map
Program
Place Cards
Menu
Thank You Cards
Envelope Seals
Printed Napkins
Stamps
I would also like to add that this is not a list that I thought up, I got this list off of one of those wedding guide sites. Sorry about the confusion. I am so confused with this whole wedding thing, I dont even know where to start
http://signaturegrandweddings.com/index.php/about-signaturegrand/35-wedding-tips/49-save-big-without-sacrificing-style

Here is an article by Signature Grand. It’s called "Save Big without sacrificing style" It might help!

I am planning my wedding under three months ~ yes its crazy but i dont want to start our married lives in a huge amount of debt. What are the essential elements of a wedding that i need to include, I want to make it almost perfect and make it feel weddingish lol. My partner is too shy to do a dance (i dont mind, im uncoordinated on my feet too). I have a nice cake, photographer, bridal party, location etc. Just need to know what else Thanks

How about a TEA WEDDING RECEPTION

http://www.your-cup-of-tea.com/wedding-reception-ideas.html

1.A tea reception is an easy way to host an elegant party following your wedding ceremony. This type of reception is far less expensive than the traditional one, as it takes place earlier in the day and eliminates the expense of a full dinner-dance celebration. A tea party reception is a welcome change of pace from modern-day, extravagant wedding receptions. Some ideas for a classy wedding tea reception follow.

Venue:—

2.Host the wedding tea reception in a setting that fits the elegance of the tea party concept. A historical mansion, a romantic bed and breakfast or a garden park are all appropriate options or a Japanese Garden.

Menu:—

3.Serve traditional tea party foods such as tea sandwiches, fruit kabobs, tea biscuits, scones and petit fours. Of course your first beverage of choice will be a variety of teas, both hot and cold, as well as lemonade and wine and/or champagne.

Centerpieces—:

4.Use teapots as centerpieces. Depending on your budget, either purchase antique teapots, or find, at a very reasonable cost, teapots at your local thrift store or garage sale. Fill each teapot "vase" with a bouquet of flowers, and tie a ribbon (in your wedding colors if you prefer) around the neck of each teapot.

Teacup Wedding Favors:—

5.As a wedding favor, give each guest a teacup. The teacups can all be the same style or individual designs. Guests can use the teacups during the reception and then take them home as practical wedding keepsakes.

Timing:——

6.A wedding tea reception would work best with an early afternoon wedding. That time of day is relaxing and simple, and you won’t be expected to serve more than the usual tea party fare.

Attire::——–

7.Ask guests to dress in high-tea attire–for women, a dress, hat and gloves; for men, a suit and tie.

Read more: Ideas for a Wedding Tea Reception

http://www.your-cup-of-tea.com/wedding-reception-ideas.html

I am a professional photographer and will be shooting my first wedding in August. What are some questions that I should ask the bride and groom that will help me on their wedding day to be more organized? Any of you pros also and have some sort of "checklist" that you go by for consultation? Any tips and advice on how to be better organized so that things will flow better that day?

I am a pro wedding and social photographer
Your first wedding is going to be so much fun! really. Exciting and new.
Mine went so well!
hanks to the couple too!

just go from the beginning and work your way to the end of the day.
Photograph EVERYTHING YOU SEE
ON A 8 HOURS WEDDING I SHOOT ABOUT 2000 + PHOTOS
20 GB FULL

You will find A LOT of people with cameras, http://idphotography.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/img_0027-edit.jpg That is NORMAL
When they got married give the family the chance to photograph them too. Here you can have a drink and relax for 15 minutes.

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depending where you are they either marry in a church or uot doors on location (Here in central Australia, the last is very popular)

so checklist:
1. BRIDE GETTING READY:
http://idphotography.com.au/blog/category/weddings

DRESS getting into http://idphotography.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/kelley_dion_25.jpg
and
http://idphotography.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/kelley_dion_203.jpg
- DRESS CLOSE UP
http://idphotography.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/img_0101-2-2-edit-2.jpg
very very important! she will cherish this for ever and he as well, because he will be to busy being nervouse and excited to enjoying the details
RINGS
NAILS
JEWELERY
SHOES
HAIR
MAKE UP (nice slightly angle from above)
THE BRIDESMAIDS GETTING READY
the bride next to window
http://idphotography.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/img_0093-2-2-edit.jpg and http://idphotography.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/laura.jpg

SUPER SEXY DRESS SHOTS place her in front of the window, SPOT peter on the dress and take photo
http://idphotography.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/img_0100-2-2-edit.jpg

The bride is most important, the day is mainly about her.
SHE WANTS TO LOOK TOP BEST
You will definitely hear it if she thinks you don’t have enough photos of her.
MAKE SURE you make her look very SEXY and PRETTY!

The MEN
cofs, drinks, getting ready, being blokes
Shoes
Cool guy shots
modeling type shots
check this: http://www.idphotography.com.au/yourday/Kelley_Dion/index.html

THE VENUE
a lot of details and the setting as it is
- the altar or wedding spot
Flower girls – boys
RINGS in FLOWERS
the PARENTS not to forget GRAND PARENTS especially when they are very old.
Can be the last photo they are in!

CEREMONY
- DO NOT FORGET THE RINGS PUTTING ON FINGER!
HIS FACE!!!! WHEN SHE WALKS DOWN THE ISLE
HER WALKIND DOWN THE ISLE
DAD GIVING HER AWAY http://www.idphotography.com.au/yourday/Kelley_Dion/index.html

Lots of tear shots
her face
his face
hands holding
typical ceremony shots
THE KISS!
Don’t you dare to forget this! they will kill you if you do!
SIGNING
Cheers
kissing kissing happy tears happy tears

Family shots
family congratulates take HEAPS of happy candid shots while they are kissing hand shaking hands
mum and dad with her
mum and dad with him
parents with both
kids included

THE CAR
details shots car
POSED SHOTS

PARTY
- the dance
cake cutting (NOT TO FORGET)
romance shots
Go home after the dance.

GOOD LUCK!

So much more to tell. please visit my site to sneak peak what I do, you may always ask my anything I am more than happy to help you
Joyce
joyce@idphotography.com.au

I have been to 1 wedding im my life, i have no idea what kinds of things I need to do, and I have no exact budget, except as cheap as possible! i decided on the colors (peridot, holly and white). and i have the pary pretty much picked out, i am going to rent out the hibernian hall in Albany for that date..my uncle has conections so it shouldnt be a problem. i want to use a JOP. but i have no idea what else to plan, where to go to buy stuff, we are going to cater ourselves, imma hire a few people from the hall to serve! clearly ill want a dj not a band to keep it cheap. i have to look into flowers and cost of dresses (but i cant get my dress for a while bc i plan to loose a lot of weight first!!) i have to look into flowers. what else do i need to buy or look into. i need a very detailed list of what to do/ buy etc….. PLEASE!!! (ps wedding is in august 09, about 200 people! hopefully less!!! )
how much do caterers cost just in case…….

and how much do dj’s typically cost???

Congrats

1. Here’s the budget file I use… change the fields accordingly but first look at everything: http://www.vertex42.com/Links/go.php?url=file-weddingbudget

2. Get a Wedding planner book or just use online ones. Better yet go to a wedding show and they usually give it for free.

All details are in the book or online: http://www.blissweddings.com/wedding_planner/planners.asp

Another thing, just post ads on your local website’s craigslist for florists, photography etc and see who gives you good deals and use those prices as negotiation tool later on.

All the best

An example is skipping a Saturday wedding.

My best friend is getting married and I purchased her one book called The Wedding book. She wants to find websites or books on the time line to do everything like send out save-the-date, invitations, looking for place, etc. Thank you

I love www.weddingwire.com it’s a great wedding planning site. You can even seat your guests at the reception!