What one thing would you share with another bride who is planning her wedding to help her out (your one lesson learned)? Day #2If you are on a budget like we were, don’t just go for the cheapest vendors. You get what you pay for. Ask for recommendations from other brides, go interview these vendors, go for tastings at caterers…..we had such a great team of vendors at our wedding. We chose people who we “clicked” with, and who were also willing to work with us within our budget (even getting a little creative in some areas to cut the cost down)
- Alison, married in 2007
It helps to realize that the little things don’t matter and the ultimate goal is to be married to your prince charming!
- Shari, married in 2005
No scented candles…we had a lot of them and the smell was overwhelming with dinner.
- Rebecca, married in 2003
Start early. Book your vendors as soon as possible. Some sites are booking up over a year in advance! If you are planning any DIY projects, start early. Most things can be made far ahead (invitations, programs, etc.). This will save you time closer to the wedding for all the last-minute details and unexpected things that come up.
- Kirsten, married in 2006
Wear comfortable shoes. It is a long day and you don't want to be miserable with aching feet!
- Erin, married in 2003
Photo courtesy of Allison Stahl Photography
2 comments:
Start interviewing vendors as soon as you pick your date. Make it a couple's event so the two of you can sit down and express what you both want. It's amazing how much you'll learn about what you want (or don't want) just from talking to the vendors with your fiance.
If you are not comfortable with a vendor FIRE them! Don't keep them out of guilt. It is important to be very comfortable with the people you are working with.
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