There is a weird myth about weddings. Apparently, they are one of the happiest days of our lives. Yet, as most married people will confirm, they are also one of the most stressful. From dealing with the multitude of expenses when planning, to trying to keep everyone happy on the day itself, a happy wedding is far from people’s minds.
Thankfully, there are ways to cut out some of the stresses that you may face. Follow our handy guide for some helpful advice.
Plan your wedding day ahead
You should begin to plan months in advance. Having a checklist will help, so list the many things you need to accomplish before the big day and tick them off when you have completed them.
To alleviate your stress, it is worth hiring a wedding planner who will take care of all the necessary details, from dealing with caterers to arranging decoration. This will give you more time for the important things in your daily life, such as holding down a job and managing your relationships.
Cut down your guest list
While you want as many people as you can to enjoy the big day with you, there is no need to ask everybody in your social circle. Many of us tend to invite people we don’t know very well because we are afraid of hurting their feelings. Our parents put extra pressure on us, adding family members to the list that we very rarely see. Considering you need to pay for all these people in food and seating costs, be ruthless and cut them from your list, especially if you don’t really like them.
Work with your partner
You don’t need to go through all the planning stresses by yourself. Your partner needs to be with you in support, so this is their chance to prove their worth to you before you are married.
Undoubtedly, you will need to make compromises. No matter what your idea of a dream wedding, your partner will also have their own suggestions. Cut down on arguments by agreeing to meet halfway, ensuring you both get the perfect wedding.
Save money
There are many ways to save money on your wedding, and some of these can be found on our website. Rather than hire a caterer, encourage your family and friends to help cook food on the big day, or have a buffet rather than a 3-course meal. It’s always worth hiring a professional photographer to capture all those important moments. On the other hand, if you know somebody who is proficient with a camera. Ask them to do it at less cost or for free.
Relax
Your wedding day may be important to you, but it’s only one part of your marriage. You will hopefully have many happy years ahead, so does it really matter if mistakes are made? Provided you have a good time, it doesn’t matter if the cake falls to pieces or you get food on your wedding dress. Life is full of unexpected moments, but they don’t need to ruin your special day.
