When people begin to plan their wedding they tend to have many questions. Even if the initial questions are answered more seem to pop up throughout the planning process. This is normal. Here are some answers to some of the more common questions.
When do we need the guest list by? The simple answer is as soon as possible. You really need to decide who to invite right away because the guest list can impact other wedding planning items. For instance if you have a budget the number of guests will come into play when it comes to paying for the ceremony location or the reception locations. Another reason to come up with the list of guests immediately is because it is not good etiquette to invite people to an engagement party who will not be at the wedding or to not invite people who will. The same goes for sending out engagement announcements.
When should we reserve the reception and ceremony locations? Again, this is something that should be done right away. The ceremony and reception site can help determine the type or wedding or the feel of the wedding. Because of this it is important to do this rather early in the planning process so you can build your dream wedding around the locations that it is being held.
Should I have a theme wedding? The choice is entirely up to you. However, with the availability of creative decorations, stationery and favors on the market today, it is quite easy to choose just about any wedding theme that you are interested in.
When should the wedding cake be ordered? The wedding cake should be ordered at least two to four months before your big day. If you have more time than that there is nothing stopping you from participating in cake taste tests now. You will also want to check out portfolios of different bakeries so you ensure you are hiring a great cake designer.
When should we order the stationery? It is a good idea to order the wedding invitations and other stationery four to six months ahead of time. However, you might want to look into this a bit earlier if you are planning on ordering handmade invitations or specially designed invitations.
When should I choose my florist? This is a service that you should book as soon as possible. I would book a florist at least 6 months prior to your wedding, especially if you are getting married in the summer months. Flowers are very prevalent in weddings and you do not want to be without the best help just because you did not contract a florist soon enough.
When should I purchase wedding favors? At least four months prior to the wedding. Make sure you do not order them before you are sure of your wedding theme (if you are having one) or the wedding colors. The favors are one of the areas in which you will have a wonderful opportunity to showcase your theme or colors.
Pamela Kazmierczak is an expert in the wedding industry. She loves writing articles to help brides plan their perfect wedding. Check out her website Wedding Ideas today for more ideas and planning help. Or get answers to all of your specific Wedding Questions today!
