Wedding Planning Questions and Answers
Lucy Hamilton
Wedding planning can seem exciting but many times brides and their families find themselves at a loss as to what step is done first, second, etc. Shows and jokes about regarding how reasonable women somehow transform into "Bridezillas" and make everyone surrounding them miserable with their incessant demands and extreme meltdowns. Not every bride goes insane and not every wedding goes awry.
How much time does it take to plan a wedding?
How long it takes to plan a wedding is based on exactly what type of wedding you want. Do you want a traditional, formal wedding? Have you always dreamed of getting married on the beach? The more detailed the wedding, the longer it will take to make the dreams into a realization. The average time frame for planning a detailed formal wedding is usually a year. This allows for the invitations to be printed and mailed as well as the wedding dress to be ordered and altered fitting your unique proportions.
What tasks does a wedding planner handle?
A professional wedding planner can handle everything you want, or nothing you want. Their main goal is to provide a stress free environment for the bride. Most wedding planners will handle the wedding, the reception and help choreograph all of the individuals in the wedding. He or she can help you in picking out decorations, flower arrangements as well as offer plenty of tips and advice on how to make the day beautiful.
Should I serve a full meal at the reception or just serve finger foods?
The general rule of thought is this: an afternoon wedding requires only light snacks or finger foods. A wedding that takes place after 5 o'clock should serve something more substantial to eat as guests will be feeling hungry that late into the evening after the ceremony is over.
Do you have to follow these rules? Absolutely not, but mention on your program or invitation what type of reception will be following the ceremony. This allows the guests, if you are only serving cake and punch, to eat earlier in the day.
Who pays for the wedding and reception?
Traditionally the bride's family paid for the entire wedding except the rehearsal dinner, which was paid for by the groom's family. In modern society it is often the couple who pays for the majority of the wedding. This could be due to the fact that many people are marrying later in life or have been married once before.
Should I have a back-up plan for my wedding and reception?
Always have a back-up plan for your wedding and reception. This is especially true if you are having the wedding or reception outdoors. Mother Nature is unpredictable and no one wants to ruin their outfits, least of all the bride in her costly wedding apparel. Even if your ceremony and reception is indoors, keep back-up locations in mind just in case something was to happen to the site. It is always better to be safe than sorry.
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