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Plan Your Wedding in 13 Simple Steps
Of course, every detail of any bride’s wedding is important. But, there are somesteps that you can go over in advance to make the months ahead as simple as possible.You can use these steps to help outline the planning of your wedding.1.)
Budget
– One of the biggest mistakes that brides’ make is not setting a budget. You should set the maximum amount you are able to spend. If you donot have an amount set, you could be very unpleasantly surprised at the end of your planning. You do not want to be spending your honeymoon trying tofigure out how you will foot the bill, or worrying about debt.2.)
Date
- Think about the date that you would like your wedding to be. At first,you may want to pick a month, and work from there. Be sure to allow yourself enough time to organize the details. You don’t want to stress yourself out pulling everything together right before the wedding; and guests from out of town will want to have plenty of time to make plans. Be careful in choosing adate. Be sure that it is not a busy time of year, such as a holiday or duringgraduation, etc.3.)
Wedding Party
– You will probably want to choose your wedding party earlyon. You will need to know who is in your wedding party when planning thewedding ensemble, etc. People’s lives get very busy and things come up, sokeep them updated on the events to come. You will probably want to pick amaid of honor, man of honor, flower girl, ring bearer, bridesmaids, andgroomsmen, as well as any other special attendants.4.)
Location
– It is a good idea to think about where you would like your wedding to take place. Would you like to have your wedding in a church, or would you rather have it in another location, such as outside or in a speciallocation? Keep in mind, that if you are not the member of a church, marriagecounseling or other special arrangements may be required to be married there.If you are having a reception, look into where you will want have it. Contacteach establishment, and see if the date that you want is available. Ask about prices and booking information. Some reception sites will have discounts if you also have them cater the food at your event.5.)
Officiator
– The location of your wedding may determine who will be theofficiator of your wedding. The preacher or pastor of a certain church willmost likely officiate your wedding if it is held there. If you are having your wedding in a different location, you may want to hire an officiator. You cancheck with your local clerk magistrate to see if he will attend weddings off site. Make sure that you know about all fees required for your officiator. Mostwill want to be paid before the event.
 
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Theme / Colors
– You will probably want to pick a theme or set of colors for your wedding. This will set the tone and décor for the event. For many brides,this is an important decision, as it will set the mood of their wedding. It willalso determine many of the little details of the wedding, such as apparel.7.)
Wardrobe
– Of course, for many brides, it’s all about the dress. But, youdon’t want to forget about what your wedding party, as well as your groomwill be wearing. You may want to match the wardrobe with the theme andcolors of the wedding. Keep in mind the time of year that your wedding willtake place. Think about your shoes and jewelry, and factor these into your  budget.8.)
Invitations
– You will want to get your invite list together fairly early in your  planning. You will need an estimation of the number of guests who might beattending for seating, food, etc. Keep In mind that your budget will relydeeply on the amount of guests at your wedding. Think about what your invitations will be like. Will they include reception cards, maps, or other elements? Also look into the price of your invitations. Decide whether youwill order invitations, have someone you know make them, or make themyourself.9.)
Rings
– Don’t let your wedding rings get lost in the mix. You will want tofigure these into your budget as well. It would be wise to do some shoppingaround. You will want plenty of time to pick them out and get them sized before your wedding.10.)
Food
– Food will be a major element in your budget. You will want todetermine the food arrangements for your rehearsal dinner and reception. Youwill also want to start determining where you will have your cake made, andwhat style of cake you would like.11.)
Music
– Decide if you will want music during your ceremony and reception.There are many different options when it comes to music. You could simplyhave somebody play recorded music, or you could hire somebody to sing or  play music at your event. The latter will, of course, be tighter on your budget.Another option would be to have a DJ or a band at your reception. Make sureyou know the details of their fees.12.)
Vows
– Many of us get lost in the planning of our wedding, and forget whatthe big day is all about. Sit down with your partner and talk about your vows,and what they mean to the both of you. You may want to write your own
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