The don'ts
Don't put emphasis on the word "perfect" - be flexible and maintain a sense of humor.
Don't procrastinate in your planning - hire all of your wedding professionals as soon as the date and place are set.
Don't hire your wedding professional until you have a working budget.
Don't hire the first professional you meet - check out a minimum of 3 for a proper comparison.
Don't hire professionals because they're the cheapest - you get what you pay for.
Don't assume anything! - get everything in writing.
Don't make decisions without consulting your mate - it's his or her wedding too!
Don't invite everyone you've ever known. - weddings are expensive.
Don't worry about everyone else's advise - -its YOUR wedding!
The do's
"Plan, Organize, Activate and Coordinate"
Plan:
Give yourself plenty of time to plan. "Stress" means "strain" and "mental or physical tension", usually brought on by attempting to handle a multiple of tasks with a minimum of time.
A realistic budget and timetable are mandatory to keep you on track.
Organize
all the pieces of the wedding. A binder which will include separate tabs for wedding professionals, appointments, contracts, gown/ dress swatches etc..
Activate:
Prepare and follow a timetable of events, including appointments, deposits & payments, reviewing, contract terms, fittings, etc..
Coordinate:
Every aspect of the wedding day must be coordinated; Vendors and wedding party must be coordinated.
On the wedding day:
Pamper yourself
Spend quite time alone
Spend time with your parents
Eat something light
Relax - It's your day to enjoy
Do it your way - it's not a dress rehearsal
Don't put emphasis on the word "perfect" - be flexible and maintain a sense of humor.
Don't procrastinate in your planning - hire all of your wedding professionals as soon as the date and place are set.
Don't hire your wedding professional until you have a working budget.
Don't hire the first professional you meet - check out a minimum of 3 for a proper comparison.
Don't hire professionals because they're the cheapest - you get what you pay for.
Don't assume anything! - get everything in writing.
Don't make decisions without consulting your mate - it's his or her wedding too!
Don't invite everyone you've ever known. - weddings are expensive.
Don't worry about everyone else's advise - -its YOUR wedding!
