So, the beautiful ring shines on the finger, the first emotions subside, and this means that it is time to start thinking about the wedding preparations. It is better not to tackle everything at once, but to prepare gradually so as not to get confused along the way and not forget anything important. To make this task a little easier for you, we have compiled a list of 20 important things to do before the wedding.
Wedding preparation checklist
· Determine the date and budget of the wedding. It all starts with that. It is the basis for all further steps.
· Create guest list. During the preparation, the list will certainly change, but when choosing a wedding venue and the style of the celebration, you need to know the approximate number of guests.
· Select and buy wedding rings. After purchasing the rings, it is a good idea to keep them in a safe place to avoid losing them.
· Select and book a wedding venue. Keep in mind that if the celebration is planned in the summer, restaurants and country hotels need to be booked well in advance.
· Order a wedding dress and a suit for the groom, as well as accessories. Start looking for a dress no earlier than 6 months before the celebration, when the topic and location have already been decided.
· Select the registry office for the official marriage ceremony and submit an application. If the celebration itself is on a different day, consider having a love story photoshoot and small family-only celebration on the day of the civil ceremony.
· Send out wedding invitations: by post, handed over in person or on social networks. We recommend that you notify your guests of your wedding in advance so that everyone is free on the day.
· Choose the right wedding presenter or also called tamada. He is not only responsible for the wedding moderation, but also helps you with the organization of your wedding.
· Wedding photographer and wedding videographer. A perfect duo! Arrange personal meetings to discuss your wishes. Don’t forget to sign the contract.
· Inform guests about the dress code so guests can prepare for it. You can even write this info on the invitations.
· organize transport. It is advisable to already approve the guest list and book transport for a certain number of seats.
· Hire a live band or wedding DJ. Music will set the tone for the entire celebration, so be careful with your evening’s musical accompaniment.
· Decide what your wedding dance will be, choose the music. You can rehearse it at home or practice with a professional choreographer.
· Discuss the bridal bouquet and the floral decoration of the room with the florist.
· Order a wedding cake. Check in advance with the location manager if storage is possible if the cake is delivered in advance.
· Prepare a seating plan and print out seat cards for guests.
· Distribute responsibilities at the wedding. Decide who will be present at the bride’s morning, who will greet the guests, help them to their seats, etc. But some of this can also be done by your wedding presenter (tamada in some cultures).
· Print out the wedding schedule and distribute it to everyone involved in organizing the celebration. Do this in advance so everyone has time to prepare.
