We are seeing a lot of brides stepping up to plan their big days all by themselves. These are the bridezillas you can’t help but root for! Some are more vicious with their to-do lists than others, but all of them are motivated by the same thing: love.
When planning your wedding, you want everything to be glitter and roses, but sometimes you must deal with reality (cue the sad trombone). You might miss some minute detail along the way, which can turn into zits, a frazzled wedding planner, or even worse—a groom who gets cold feet!
If you’re an excited bride at heart dedicated to your wedding day but also a busy businesswoman with a lot on your plate, we feel you. Here are some tips you can tie into your wedding planning while still keeping up with your small business:
Plan Before You Spend
Since you’re a business owner, you probably have a good handle on budgeting. And when it’s about planning your wedding expenses, you wouldn’t want to leave a puddle of debt in your wake.
Start by jotting down all the potential vendors you’ll need, such as a photographer, florist, caterer, and band or DJ. Research their prices and get a general idea of the industry average for each service.
Most important of all, which designer is going to make your dream dress come to life? Trying on gowns and falling in love with them is part of the fun, but you also want to be practical. Consider a budget before you start shopping, and don’t forget to factor in the cost of alterations.
If the estimates seem too big for your bank account, turn to Quick loans for wedding expenses that can help make your dream day a reality.
Put Together a Guest List
You have to deal with the tedious task of guest list planning at some point. It’s not as bad as it sounds, we promise! But it’s essential since it’ll determine how big a venue you need, what kind of catering you can afford, and how many save-the-dates to send out.
The first step is to sit down with your partner and list people you both want to invite. Then, start weeding out the maybe-invites or not-invites.
Busy brides with a small business to run might not have the time to track down every person’s mailing address. In that case, you can use a service like Wedding Guest List Manager. You can upload your contact list, and the app will keep track of RSVPs and provide helpful features like a seating chart and registry.
The Venue That’ll Host Your Big Day
We understand that you might not get enough time off to plan a destination wedding, so pick a venue close to home that still has the potential to WOW your guests. It could be a lavish, well-decorated ballroom or a more intimate setting like a restaurant with an outdoor pool on the 10th floor. Whatever flutters your heart, just make sure it’ll be available on your dream wedding date!
Some things that you don’t want to miss inquiring while finalizing a venue are:
- If they offer packages that can save you some dough
- If the staff is friendly and accommodating
- If the food is good (you don’t want your guests leaving hangry!)
- What kind of alcohol will be served, and is it included in the cost?
- Can you decorate the space to match your wedding’s theme?
- Is there a rain backup plan?
If you can’t make time from work, assign the task to your bridesmaids or maid of honor. They’ll do it all to keep you happy.
The Menu That’ll Make Your Guests Mouth Water
If we look at the wedding party from the guests’ point of view (we’re sorry) but they don’t care much about the carnations in the centerpieces or if the cake is four-tiered or six. All they really want to know is, “What’s for dinner?!”
So, there are two ways to go about it (if you can think of more, kudos to you).
Put on the menu your favorites, and we are sure your guests will love them too.
Who doesn’t love a nice, juicy steak? A lobster or shrimp will be perfect if you’re more into seafood. Pick what you and your partner like the most since it’s your big day, and your guests will be happy with anything you two love.
The second option would be to do a little research on what’s trending these days. If you really want to go the extra mile, look into your guests’ dietary restrictions and allergies to ensure everyone will be able to eat something. You don’t want anyone to go home with an empty stomach, now do you?
Wedding Decorations That’ll Make Your Jaw Drop
The first step in wedding decoration is deciding what kind of atmosphere you want to create. Will it be a romantic night under the stars or a fun party during the day?
What’s the theme? Are there specific colors you want to avoid?
These questions will help you set the tone and decide what elements you need to include in your decoration. If you want something unique to make your wedding stand out, try incorporating some personal items into the decor.
For example, if you and your partner met in Paris, you could have an Eiffel Tower replica as a decoration!
If you’re not feeling very creative, there are plenty of Pinterest boards and wedding magazines to give you some inspiration.
Since you’re busy handling your business, it’s best to delegate this task to your wedding planner or a trusted friend.
The Fun Plan
You’ve got all the essentials all of the way now. But what’s left is the part where you have to sit back and enjoy the wedding day without worries!
It’s the choreography of the first dance, the moment you hear your spouse’s vows, and finally being able to relax and have fun with all of your friends and family. So, schedule a day or two before the wedding to have fun!
Get a pedicure and manicure, go for a massage, watch your favorite movie, or just sleep in! You deserve it after all the hard work you’ve put into making this day perfect.
On the wedding day, try to eat something before putting on that beautiful dress. You don’t want to faint from hunger in the middle of your ceremony!
Make sure to have someone you trust to keep an eye on your belongings, like your phone and purse. You can’t run around in your wedding gown and heels, now can you?
Wrapping Up
No matter what you do for a living, we are all little girls with big romantic dreams when it comes to weddings. And that’s okay!
It is your big day, and you should enjoy every minute without stress or worry. And if you start early, be strategic, and delegate when needed, you can do just that!
Good luck, bridezilla.
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