It is easy to fall victim to some of the most common wedding planning mistakes. Don't be a bride with regrets. Take a look at these do's and don'ts to make sure that the wedding process and the day itself go off without a hitch.
Don’t Buy a Trendy Gown -
Remember the puffy shoulder pads that broke into the wedding scene during the 80’s? Try not to give into a dress that is drastically trending. Feathers, modern shapes, and bold colors might seem like a good idea at the time, but remember your photographs will last for decades. Don’t get stuck looking back at a wedding dress that screams oldies.
When finding your dream gown, keep in mind that these will be your wedding photos for life. Having a gown that accentuates your best assets never goes out of style. In choosing a classic silhouette you can be sure to get the personal/ trendy details while still maintaining a timeless look.
Don’t Drastically Change Your Look -
When finding your dream gown, keep in mind that these will be your wedding photos for life. Having a gown that accentuates your best assets never goes out of style. In choosing a classic silhouette you can be sure to get the personal/ trendy details while still maintaining a timeless look.
Don’t Drastically Change Your Look -
While you want to look your best on your wedding day, this day is not the time for any intense changes. A new hair color or overly dramatized makeup makes you unrecognizable in photos. Don’t go crazy for a bridal style either. If a birdcage sounds like a fun idea, but doesn’t suit your personal style, it probably isn’t the way you’ll want to be remembered on your wedding day.
Wearing a bit more makeup that usual is okay on your wedding day – especially to make your photos pop – but make sure that you still can see your natural beauty. Enhance your features, while still feeling like yourself. Try to pick both a hairstyle and makeup that compliment your look and ensure that your groom will be seeing your true beauty as you walk down the aisle.
Don’t Try New Routines -
In the week before the wedding, be sure not to try any drastic new beauty regimens or routines. Chemical peels, spray tans, and even new face lotions can cause chaos on the wedding day. To avoid an uneven tan, blotchy skin, or a breakout, try to avoid any special pre-wedding routine that hasn’t been tested out quite yet. The same goes for your groom. A hair cut the day before the wedding might sound like a good idea, but this could lead to a short do that doesn’t quite fit what you had in mind. Don’t leave these things to chance.
If you do want a bit more luxury in your routine, or a few enhancements to your look, try everything in advanced. A spray tan for example, can give a great wedding glow, but doing a test run will give you a realistic picture of just how much tanning you’ll need, plus you’ll be a little more used to the process (so no missing spots or splotches). Any new skin care creams or facial treatments, should be tested in advanced as well. If any blemishes do pop up make sure to have an emergency kit on hand with things like toothpaste which can remove a spray tan.
Don’t Forget Your Budget -
When planning a wedding, it is easy to let money get away from you. A hundred dollars here and there can add up quickly before you even realize it. Don’t ever forget your bottom line. You also don’t want to fall into the trap of paying for it later. You need to keep your realistic budget in mind, gold plated seating is not budget friendly, no matter how much you want it. Also, don’t forget about the essentials. Getting extra sparkle on your dress might seem affordable now, but not when there is no cake later.
When you start planning your wedding, your budget should be the first thing on your to-do list. Be realistic about how much you are willing to spend on the entire event. You’ll also want to keep in mind taxes and tips for your vendors. Just because something costs $500 up front, doesn’t mean that is what you will be charged at the end of the day. Factor in a bit of miscellaneous money too to cover any unexpected costs along the way. Also keep a running total for what you’ve spent and where you have to go, so you’ll know just how elaborate you can get with the rest of your décor.
Don’t Be the Host - Do Hire a Day Of Planner
When it’s your special day, the last thing you’ll want to be doing is running around taking care of guests concerns and questions. Make sure that you treat yourself as a guest at your own wedding. The candy bar, photo booth, and dance floor are for your entertainment too, so don’t miss out on the fun trying to host the party.
If you don’t have a full time wedding planner, see if your venue offers a day of planner or hire one yourself. Relax and enjoy your day knowing that the details will be taken care of by someone other than yourself. You can also ask the DJ to play hostess, by creating a time line for announcements. This way you can be sure that party moves along, without you having to stress at all.
Wearing a bit more makeup that usual is okay on your wedding day – especially to make your photos pop – but make sure that you still can see your natural beauty. Enhance your features, while still feeling like yourself. Try to pick both a hairstyle and makeup that compliment your look and ensure that your groom will be seeing your true beauty as you walk down the aisle.
Don’t Try New Routines -
In the week before the wedding, be sure not to try any drastic new beauty regimens or routines. Chemical peels, spray tans, and even new face lotions can cause chaos on the wedding day. To avoid an uneven tan, blotchy skin, or a breakout, try to avoid any special pre-wedding routine that hasn’t been tested out quite yet. The same goes for your groom. A hair cut the day before the wedding might sound like a good idea, but this could lead to a short do that doesn’t quite fit what you had in mind. Don’t leave these things to chance.
If you do want a bit more luxury in your routine, or a few enhancements to your look, try everything in advanced. A spray tan for example, can give a great wedding glow, but doing a test run will give you a realistic picture of just how much tanning you’ll need, plus you’ll be a little more used to the process (so no missing spots or splotches). Any new skin care creams or facial treatments, should be tested in advanced as well. If any blemishes do pop up make sure to have an emergency kit on hand with things like toothpaste which can remove a spray tan.
Don’t Forget Your Budget -
When planning a wedding, it is easy to let money get away from you. A hundred dollars here and there can add up quickly before you even realize it. Don’t ever forget your bottom line. You also don’t want to fall into the trap of paying for it later. You need to keep your realistic budget in mind, gold plated seating is not budget friendly, no matter how much you want it. Also, don’t forget about the essentials. Getting extra sparkle on your dress might seem affordable now, but not when there is no cake later.
When you start planning your wedding, your budget should be the first thing on your to-do list. Be realistic about how much you are willing to spend on the entire event. You’ll also want to keep in mind taxes and tips for your vendors. Just because something costs $500 up front, doesn’t mean that is what you will be charged at the end of the day. Factor in a bit of miscellaneous money too to cover any unexpected costs along the way. Also keep a running total for what you’ve spent and where you have to go, so you’ll know just how elaborate you can get with the rest of your décor.
Don’t Be the Host - Do Hire a Day Of Planner
When it’s your special day, the last thing you’ll want to be doing is running around taking care of guests concerns and questions. Make sure that you treat yourself as a guest at your own wedding. The candy bar, photo booth, and dance floor are for your entertainment too, so don’t miss out on the fun trying to host the party.
If you don’t have a full time wedding planner, see if your venue offers a day of planner or hire one yourself. Relax and enjoy your day knowing that the details will be taken care of by someone other than yourself. You can also ask the DJ to play hostess, by creating a time line for announcements. This way you can be sure that party moves along, without you having to stress at all.
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