The list of things to choose and book when you are planning your wedding can extend to a very long list! So it’s little surprise that there may be one or two details, or even ten that you might forget, or simply not realise. Planning your wedding, no matter the size, can be overwhelming at times and we hope that our advice pages really are a great help. Today we’re giving you a heads up on eight things that you shouldn’t forget to organise to ensure your day goes without a hitch!
1. Have a bad weather plan
Well, it is Ireland after all! No matter the season, but we’re specifically looking at the chilly winter months, make sure you have a plan B in place for those times when it’s too wet for an outdoor ceremony, or too snowy to get over the mountain to your venue! At the other end of the spectrum, during summer consider providing bottles of chilled water for very hot days.
2. Remember to budget for postage costs for your invitations and thank you cards
We know lots of couples who have simply forgotten it will cost money to send their invitations! This is your reminder to include an approximate cost within your budget and don’t get caught out. You should also consider the size and weight of your invites as this will affect the price it costs to post them.
3. Assign an ‘on the day’ person
Whether it’s your Maid of Honour, Best Man or simply a friend who is at the wedding, having one person in charge as a point of contact for suppliers is a great idea and will leave you free to enjoy the celebrations.
4. Ask guests and the bridal party about any food allergies and diet restrictions
The easiest way to keep track of this is to include a card within your invitations, which should be relayed on to the catering team at your venue.
5. Provide your on the day suppliers with a meal
Weddings are long, tiring days for your suppliers, especially the photographer and videographers. It’s only fair to provide them with a meal at the reception to keep them going until they’ve captured every little detail.
6. Assign one person to return any items after the day
Hopefully you’ll be lucky enough to head away after your wedding day, so it’s great idea to ask a member of the bridal party, your family or friends to return any items that need left back such as the suits or decor items.
7. Include time and budget for alterations
Finding your wedding dress is only the start of the puzzle piece! Make sure you leave plenty of time, and have some budget set aside for alterations for both your bridesmaids and your own gown.
8. Remember to eat during your wedding prep
The morning of your wedding will be exciting and can be pretty hectic, and not to mention filled with nerves and emotion. Even if you don’t feel like eating very much, that’s exactly what you should do to ensure you are ready for the celebration. Light bites such as fruit and pastries, plus plenty of water is a good idea.
