Mistakes Couples Make While Wedding Planning (And How To Avoid Them)

Planning & Advice

With so much to think about while planning a wedding, it’s no wonder couples make a few blunders along the way. We’ve identified a few common mistakes couples make while wedding planning and we want to show you how to avoid them. Plan your wedding like a pro with this expert advice! You’ll thank us later!

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Ignoring your budget

It’s easy to feel stressed when you don’t feel like you’ve got a handle on your budget. Start by sitting down the decision-makers (be it the parents or anybody else who’s contributing financially) and work out exactly what you’ve got to spend. Then create your budget and do everything you can do stick to it! It’s important to do this before you get too excited and start booking your suppliers.

Related: Wedding Budget Questions You Need To Answer!

 

Forgetting the shortcuts

Wedding planning can get pretty complex and stressful, so why not make it easier if you can! Here at weddingsonline, we’ve created some helpful wedding planning resources so you can plan your wedding like a pro. We’ll help you choose your venue, select your dream supplier team, keep you on track with a to-do list and guest list tracker, and provide the ultimate wedding planning inspiration.

Related: How This One Site Can Help Your Wedding Planning

 

Doing it alone

Sure, you’ve got your Other Half and your besties to help you, but there’s something really special about sharing your journey with other engaged couples. Our Facebook Group is the perfect space to make new friends, get expert advice and find amazing suppliers, recommended by other couples.

Join the group: Help! I’m Getting Married

 

Messing up the legal bit

Your wedding is a celebration of love, but the legal part is arguably the most important part! This is the part where you are legally tying the knot and becoming a married couple. Don’t leave it to the last minute. Take a look at our article below with everything you need to know about getting legally married in Ireland (and Northern Ireland).

Related: How To Get Married Legally In Ireland

 

Spending your fashion budget on just the dress

When you set your wedding budget, don’t forget to include all the necessities that go along with your wedding dress. We’re talking about shoes, underwear, your veil, jewellery, a headpiece if that’s what you’re after. And don’t forget about alterations!

Related: Everything You Need To Know About Wedding Dress Shopping

 

Mistiming your save the dates and invitations

Make sure you’ve got your guest list sorted before sending out save the dates! But don’t send them out too late or you aren’t giving your guests enough time to RSVP. There’s a real art to it, so take a look at our article below with all the helpful tips you need.

Related: Everything You Need To Know About Wedding Invitations and RSVPs

 

Not asking enough questions

Remember this is your Big Day and you need to be informed! Sometimes this involves asking questions that may feel awkward at the time, but we promise, your wedding suppliers want to help you. So don’t be afraid to ask!

Related: 5 Awkward Questions You Shouldn’t Be Afraid To Ask Your Wedding Suppliers

 

Trying to do it all at once

When it comes to wedding planning, there are so many decisions that need to be made. It can feel overwhelming not knowing where to even begin! That’s where a wedding planning checklist comes in handy. We’ve created the ultimate wedding planning checklist to help you stay on track with your wedding planning.

Related: The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist