How To Plan A Wedding in 30 Steps
Finally! Steps 26-30
You're almost at the finish line! As of now you have purchased the rest of your accessories, you booked all the necessary transportation, you rented your flatware, tables, and other items, you chose your wedding favors, and you got your marriage license. Here are the final 5 steps when planning a wedding!
26.Create your seating charts.
This does actually take time. The venue can help you understand the number of tables and where they will be located at the reception. You can then create a chart of who will sit at each table. Be mindful of where the band/DJ are and their speakers. You wouldn't want elderly couples or guests with certain conditions sitting next to them. You may also consider having your guests with disabilities or have back problems face the sweetheart table directly, so they wouldn't have to turn their bodies to see what's happening. If you color-coded your guests, you could visually see where each family and friends are sitting and move people around based on the table's dynamics or personalities.
27.Finalize everything with your vendors and your bridal party.
Double-check with your wedding team that everyone is on the same page as to the timeline of the wedding day, all contracts and payments are finalized, last-minute details are confirmed, and they have a go-to contact if you're not available. You can try to enlist your bridal party for any assistance if you do not have a wedding planner. Planners usually take care of the rest of the details, so you don't have to. Check with your bridal party that all their dresses and suits are altered, and if they need anything.
28.Go on several dates in between, away from wedding planning.
I always tell couples that they should take time away from wedding planning and enjoy each other's company. Weddings are a time of joy and blessings, but it can be hectic with all the schedules, planning, and details, which could become overwhelming on top of your own work and projects. At least twice a week, just be with each other and take a breath. It will help you recharge until you tackle the next task.
Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
Bora Bora, Polynesian Islands
Pantheon Roman Temple, in Rome, Italy
29.Book your honeymoon.
Make this the best vacation you’ve ever been to, so it’s worth saving up for your first adventure as a married couple. Fiji, Bora Bora, Paris, Rome, Tokyo, Sydney. Your destination may depend on what you both love doing. If you want to surf, then maybe Australia is where you should go. If you want laid back, then St. Lucia or Bora Bora are amazing locations to sit back and unwind. If you’re looking for history and architecture, Paris and Rome are beautiful.
Terrace on the Park. A Flushing Queens Corona Park New York Wedding
The Old Field Club at East Setauket, NY
30.Get Married!
Congratulations!! I am sure your wedding will be beautiful and memorable. You, your family, and your wedding team composed of hard-working and amazing vendors have done a great job pulling it all off and making sure your guests enjoyed their time. You should definitely enjoy this moment, and it's well deserved! Don't think about the next steps yet. Just be in the moment.
If you are thinking of the next steps, here's some advice on “What To Do After The Wedding” I hope it still helps! It includes how to change your name after marriage, what to do with your leftover items from the reception, and other helpful tips. Congratulations once again!