A wedding is a wonderful event in everyone's life.person. This means that you should prepare for it in advance and very carefully. After all, nothing should be missed, and everything should go “without a hitch,” as they say. Many newlyweds turn to specialized agencies that help organize a wedding. Their task is to make this process as easy as possible for the bride and groom, and think through everything down to the smallest detail. But, as a rule, some kind of hitches constantly happen in our lives. Therefore, you should not completely trust the agency. You should independently control the process of preparing for the holiday and at least know how it is progressing. After all, this day is important for both of you like no other, and everything in it should be flawless. It is for this reason that we have written this plan especially for you. After all, only a competent plan for preparing for a wedding will insure you against unpleasant surprises. So, the most important rule that guarantees the success of the event is, of course, timely preparation for the wedding. Do not put everything off until the last minute - you'll definitely miss something. And that way you'll have enough time to analyze everything several times and make the appropriate adjustments if necessary.
Approximately 5-6 months before your wedding
- Date of wedding
Set an approximate day and date for your wedding- at least approximately. This way you won't be at a loss when the registry office offers you several dates to choose from - as a rule, this is how it happens. Think about whether your distant relatives and friends will be able to come at this time, ask at work whether your absence won't be a catastrophe of universal proportions, and so on.
- Honeymoon
You are planning to spend your honeymoon in a wedding resort.travel? Then be sure to find out the flight schedule in advance. Remember that the overwhelming majority of flights are usually available on weekends. Try to plan your honeymoon trip at least in general terms. Hotels, excursions - do not forget to calculate all expenses and provide for surprises. If you plan to spend your honeymoon abroad, then apply for a foreign passport.
- Stock up with information
Study all available information regardingweddings and their organization. This can be done on the Internet and in special magazines. Very often, newlyweds simply ignore this point, believing that they themselves know everything. And it is very in vain - in fact, you can find a lot of information that will be extremely useful.
- REGISTRY OFFICE
Be sure to select the registry office where you want toregister your marriage. Don't forget to find out from the registry office what you'll need for this. For example, many registry offices register marriages only if one of the newlyweds lives in the area to which this very registry office belongs. Go to the registry office and write an application. The registry office will provide you with information about companies that help organize a wedding celebration. Carefully study their services, prices, and the time frame in which they can handle the tasks.
- The material side of the question
Be sure to determine the approximate amount thatyou are ready to invest in organizing your celebration. In most cases, young couples face the same problem - at the most inopportune moment, they discover that they are desperately short of money. But the restaurant has already been booked, the limousines are "beating their hooves" and the pigeons are languishing in anticipation of when you will release them into the sky. And panic and chaos begin. Debts to friends, loans in banks - as a result, a happy family life begins with debts. And quite serious ones, it should be noted. Therefore, insure yourself against such a situation - accurately calculate all expenses and be sure to set aside an amount for unforeseen expenses. If your own money is not enough - do not rush to take out a loan from the bank. Ask your parents for help if your relationship allows you to do this. Or even better - cut costs: the wedding will last only one or two days, and then everyday life will begin. You don't want to start it with debts, do you? By the way, it's time to keep a better track of your finances: start a table of expenses and income.
- Make a guest list
Write a list of invited guests.And be sure to take into account the fact that a wedding is a place for positive emotions. Therefore, think through the list of guests very carefully - you don't want sworn enemies to come face to face at your wedding. Consult with your other half and discuss this issue together. Approve the list of those you would like to see at your wedding. Consider the wishes of both parties. Be sure to order the required number of invitations in advance. And don't forget the "plus 10" rule. Are 50 people invited? Order 60 invitations. You'll see, they will definitely come in handy. Wedding invitations should be ordered after the list of all guests has been approved.
- Take care of your appearance
Go to a beauty salon or spa.Today, there are many programs for future brides, the course of which is designed for several months or weeks. Refresh and rejuvenate the skin on the face, take care of the body, hair. In addition, immediately a day or two before the wedding, express procedures are carried out that help to give the face, hair, hands a simply inimitable look. And do not forget about sports! During these six months, you have a great opportunity to tone your muscles to increase endurance, strengthen your overall health and feel great at the celebration.
Approximately 2-3 months before your wedding
As the cherished date approaches, the hassle becomes much greater. Approach them responsibly, so as not to reap the fruits of your carelessness later.
- Wedding
Recently, it has become increasingly popularthe good old tradition of getting married in a church is gaining popularity. But it is also necessary to prepare for this event in a timely manner. If it is important for you to get married in a church, it is better to choose a suitable church in advance and discuss all the details with the priest.
- Wedding dress, wedding rings
Are you going to sew a wedding dress orbuy ready-made? In any case, it is high time to start looking for a suitable salon-studio. The search for your dress can drag on. After all, finding exactly what you need is quite difficult. You should remember that you may need to go to the salon or studio where you are sewing it several times to try on the dress. Want to buy a ready-made dress? Decide on the style, color and length of your dress. Then go to specialized salons to look for the model that suits you. Be prepared for the fact that this will take more than one or even two weeks. Arm yourself with patience, a faithful girlfriend and / or mother and go in search of your one and only - a wedding dress. Buy your future wedding rings in a specialized jewelry store. But it is better not to make this purchase on your own - still ask the opinion of your almost spouse. And even better - go to the jewelry salon together. After all, you will have to wear these rings for the rest of your long, happy family life together.
- Restaurant, accommodation
Next you need to think about where you will bereceive guests. You should find a suitable cafe or restaurant. And it is advisable not to be satisfied with a verbal agreement - it is wiser to sign a contract, so that on the eve of the wedding you do not find out that you are left without a restaurant. Alas and alack, this happens. Perhaps you will need to think about a hotel for your guests.
Approximately 1-2 months before your wedding
- Toastmaster and photographer
Find a toastmaster and agree with himapproximate banquet scenario. Of course, it is impossible to plan the scenario down to the smallest detail, but it is still necessary to have an approximate idea of what awaits you. You will also need a videographer and a wedding photographer.
- A wedding dance
Hire a choreographer or take a classdances. You should not only think about your wedding dance, but also perform it flawlessly. And for this you should try hard. Hire musicians who will play at the celebration and decide on the music for your dance. If you are not planning on "live" music, start making a playlist.
- Honeymoon trip
Going on a honeymoon? That's great!But remember that you need to buy your travel packages in a timely manner. The only exceptions are "last minute" tours - they need to be bought a few days before departure. But be prepared for the fact that you may be in for various surprises.
- Image of the bride
Decide on a stylist, makeup artist, and hairdresser. Be sure to do a trial makeup and hairstyling. Otherwise, you may be seriously disappointed on your wedding day.
- Wedding agency
In case you still decide to contact usto a wedding agency, then now is the best time to do it. You shouldn't contact the first one you come across - it's better to ask about reviews about it.
- Wedding procession
Arrange for a limousine in advance.Decide on the number of cars that will be in the motorcade. Think of decorations for each car. These can be ribbons, balloons, rings, flowers or any decorations to your taste.
- Invitation cards
By this point you should already have invitationsbe ready - now is their time. Send out invitations to all guests: hand them to some and mail them to others. Don't leave it to the last minute - people also need to plan their time.
- Menu for a festive banquet.
Make arrangements with the restaurant, think it over andapprove the festive menu. Discuss the decoration of the room where you plan to hold the banquet once again. Already now, choose a suitable company that can make a wedding cake. Decide what kind of cake you would like.
About 3 weeks before your wedding
So, the cherished date is getting closer - there are even more worries and concerns. Well, as they say: the last fight is the hardest. And you must emerge victorious.
- And again invitations
Have you sent out invitations? Now be sure to check that all invitations to your wedding have arrived to each recipient. Determine the exact number of guests who have agreed to come to the wedding.
- Service staff
Make sure that all hired staff, including catering staff and wedding planners, are ready to perform their duties.
- Image of the bride
Start tanning systematically in a solarium.Decide what the boutonniere and the bride's bouquet should look like. Buy all the necessary details of the newlyweds' attire: shoes, underwear, accessories, jewelry.
- List of gifts
Think about what gifts you would like to receive. Make a list of the necessary ones and inform your guests about it. Guests need enough time to buy a gift.
- Drinks for a festive banquet.
Purchase drinks, including alcoholic drinks, calculating them for the exact number of expected guests. Order your wedding cake.
- Honeymoon and hen party
Plan your final bachelorette and bachelorette party.Invite your friends. And don't forget to think through the scenario in advance - it's unlikely that a simple drinking bout will be remembered for long. But you should also avoid strippers and prostitutes. You want to tie the knot, and not run away on your wedding day, right?
- Wedding schedule
Despite the fact that all the little things are already in detailthought out, still write a detailed schedule for the wedding day. Specify the time for each task: hair, makeup, ransom of the bride, registration (or wedding), banquet in the restaurant, departure time on a trip. Be sure to come up with a plan for the second day of the wedding: necessary events or entertainment.
- Other nuances
Take care of the fireworks and salute for the celebration. Make all the necessary preparations for the trip after the wedding.
A few days before the wedding
Make a list of everyone whoshould help you during the celebration. Get confirmation from them that they have not forgotten about their responsibilities. The list of those responsible for the wedding celebration should include: stylist, make-up artist, videographer, driver, hairdresser, florist, photographer, cook, restaurant manager, decorator of the banquet hall, delivery of the wedding cake, toastmaster and others.
- Preliminary outline the plan of accommodation of visitors.
- Celebrate the bachelorette party and the stag party.
- Be sure to put a couple of glasses and bottles of champagne for a walk.
- Make special cards, on which are written the names of the invited guests, so that everyone can find their place at the festive table.
- Find out what the weather will be like on your wedding day.
- A few days before the wedding, spread the shoes that you are going to wear.
- Think about what to put in the purse of the bride.
- Fold out the suitcases that you take with you on the trip.
- Before the wedding day, call all those responsible for its conduct.
On the day of the wedding
- So, tell the stress "No!". Do not be nervous and do not worry. You have done a great job and will be able to do everything you need on this day.
- In the morning before the wedding, you should take communion in the church.
- Before you leave home, make sure that you have taken the most important thing: rings and a passport.
- Minor cares on this day should be taken by witnesses of the bride and groom.
Witnesses must:
- Witnesses of the bride lay her purse. Think it over and do not miss anything.
- Check that absolutely all the cars in the cortege were decorated appropriately.
- Take care that food, glasses,The champagne and water necessary for a walk were in place. Do not forget about the wedding props provided for in the script. Prepare in advance the petals of flowers and rice, which sprinkle the groom and the bride. As a rule, for this item is responsible for the toastmaster.
- Do not forget and do not lose your marriage certificate in the registry office.
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