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Weddings are supposed to be one of the happiest days of your life. You are marrying the person of your dreams and starting a life together, so it should be! One problem that happens though is that the wedding turns into a point of stress or even contention. In order to avoid this happening to you, here are some tips to help you craft a memorable, and less stressful wedding day.
Communicate
When wedding planning first starts, and through the whole process, there should be a lot of communication. One of the most common reasons for contention is that one or both people in exchange had unmet expectations. Talking about the needs and wants of the other person is paramount when planning a wedding.
Sometimes the other person may not care as much, and that is fine, but the simple act of being included can go a long way to developing a pattern of open communication and concern for the other person.
If there are two people who have big opinions, then this is the perfect time to practice conflict resolution and compromise. Learn to really listen to the other person and find out why some things are so important to them. Understanding why they have a specific preference can not only help you understand them better, but it can also help you find a way for both people to be happy. From choosing the colors to settling on a venue, there should always be open communication.
Consider All Options
What is a great fit for some couples isn’t for others. Don’t worry about trying to fit into the mold of what you think a wedding should be, but instead, consider all your options. A destination wedding, an elopement, a traditional church wedding, or a small family gathering outside are all acceptable ways to get married. What matters is that it makes you as a couple happy and not that it conforms to some ideal wedding standard. Be sure to think about all your options and what is going to work best for your situation.
Pay Attention to the Details
The thing that puts weddings over the top is paying attention to the small details. Some guests may not notice all of them, but together they will form a beautiful picture. Things like guest gifts, coordinating themes through the decor, and special meaning behind flower choices or venues really pull everything together.
You should also pay attention to details when it comes to attire. From the bride’s wedding hairstyle, the small details on her dress and veil, and even to the groom’s tie are all important. Make sure that you are polished and ready to go. Even adding some literal polish to the men’s shoes like Saphir can make a huge impression.
Make it Personal
One way to ensure your wedding is memorable and special is to add personal touches. There are so many ways to do this, and what you decide will be specific to you. You could add some embroidery detail to your veil, maybe even a monogram to mark the union of two families. You can also design your own stamps to put on wedding invitations and save the date cards.
Creating a unique hashtag for your wedding will help you get even more candid moments of your special day to cherish. Other ideas like a customized coloring book for a kids’ table, custom mix CDs of your favorite love songs, personalized hangers for your dress and the wedding party, and custom wedding toppers are all great ideas to add even more of your personalities and love story to your big day.
Hire Professionals
If you don’t want to be running around putting out fires on your big day, then you need to hire professionals. Be sure that the food, cake, and photographs especially are done by professionals. You want to avoid the disaster stories of guests getting food poisoning, hideous cakes, or lost wedding moments because of relying on amateurs or friends to do the jobs. Professionals will also have backup plans to ensure that accidents are taken care of quickly and you don’t have to worry a bit.
Be Flexible
Remember that not everything has to go exactly how you planned in order for it to be the best day. The most important thing is that you are making a commitment to another person that you love. If a few things get blown off course or need to be changed, it isn’t a big deal. Focus on making memories with your soon-to-be spouse instead of worrying if the tablecloths are all straight.
