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You are just getting started in thewedding planning ? Congratulations, the beautiful adventure starts right here. For 17 years, our " wedding blogzine » accompanies the future bride and groom throughout their preparations.
Through theinspiration, advice but also real weddings where other couples share their experience.
Du choice of reception venue, caterer, the wedding dress passing through that of the photographer or your decoration, you will find here our best addresses et our expert advice in the organization of your wedding.
To start your preparations, we are sharing with you today our best wedding tips to move forward calmly in organizing this unforgettable day.
Wedding Tip #1: Set the Wedding Budget
Budget control will be one of the keys to the success of your organization. Before you start, find out about the market reality. Depending on the region or country of destination, prices sometimes vary from single to double. It is up to you to define your priorities accordingly and what concessions will be considered if necessary.
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Marriage Advice n ° 2 : Set the wedding schedule
To move forward without stress in organizing your wedding, set a precise schedule. This will allow you to control your timing and not forget any items.
To give you a basis, here is our retroplanning type. It's up to you to adapt it according to your organization.
Wedding planning retrospective
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DATE DU MARIAGE
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WEDDING BUDGET
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WEDDING GUEST LIST
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CHOICE OF WEDDING-PLANNER
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CHOICE OF RECEPTION VENUE
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CHOICE OF CEREMONY VENUE > civil, religious and/or secular
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CHOICE OF CATERER
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WEDDING DRESS SEARCH
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PHOTOGRAPHER'S CHOICE
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VIDEOGRAPHER'S CHOICE
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WEDDING DESIGNER'S CHOICE
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FLORAL DESIGNER'S CHOICE
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CHOICE OF DIFFERENT MUSICAL SPEAKERS > DJ and/or Orchestra
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FINALIZE GUEST LIST
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CHOICE OF YOUR WITNESSES
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PLANNING WEDDING DRESS FITTINGS
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SENDING SAVE THE DATE
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START PLANNING YOUR CEREMONY (religious or secular)
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RESERVATION OF YOUR ACCOMMODATION (if you are not sleeping on site)
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CREATION OF A MINI WEDDING WEBSITE > In order to share useful wedding information: weekend planning, RSVP management, list of accommodations...
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CREATION OF THE INVITATION > Allow between 4 and 6 months to send it to your guests
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SEARCH FOR GROOM'S SUIT
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CHOOSING YOUR DECORATION > Ambiance, Color palette, flowers, furniture, tableware, stationery, guest gifts...
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CHOOSING YOUR MUHA TEAM
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CHOICE OF ALLIANCES
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Honeymoon
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MARIAGE LIST
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SENDING THE ANNOUNCEMENT
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FINALIZATION OF THE CATERING MENU, YOUR CAKE AND CHOICE OF ALCOHOLS
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ORGANIZE THE WELCOME DINNER
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ORGANIZE THE BRUNCH
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ORGANIZE SHUTTLES
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CHOICE OF VEHICLE FOR THE BRIDE AND GROOM
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HAIR AND MAKEUP TEST
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FITTING THE COSTUME
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CHOICE OF ACCESSORIES
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PROCESSION OUTFITS
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MARRIAGE CONTRACT
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RSVP MANAGEMENT
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BOOKING BABYSITTERS
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WEDDING PLAYLIST
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CEREMONY PROGRESS
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RSVP MANAGEMENT > Latest reminders
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LAST FITTINGS FOR YOUR OUTFITS
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SITE VISIT WITH THE TEAM:
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START THE TABLE PLAN
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IF GUEST ACCOMMODATION ON SITE > Set up rooming
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WEEKEND SCHEDULE
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COLLECT INVOICES FROM DIFFERENT PARTNERS TO ANTICIPATE PAYMENTS
Our advice > Arrange the main wedding participants before the big day
Wedding advice: Planning your wedding © Kelly Brown weddings
Wedding tip #3: Take the time to choose your wedding service providers carefully
Before you start looking for providers, start by: list your needs and your budget allowance; resource envelope. Based on our experience, here is a non-exhaustive list of essential wedding professionals:
Le place of reception
Le Wedding planner
Le wedding caterer
La wedding dress
Le Wedding dress
Le wedding photographer and / or the wedding videographer
Le Wedding DJ
Le wedding decorator
Le wedding florist
La wedding stationery
I wish the entire beauty
To gain efficiency, target two to three professionals per position. Ask them for a quote and take the time to meet. Just one piece of advice: "When there is doubt, there is no doubt". Listen to your feelings. If the feeling doesn't work, don't compromise.
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Wedding Tip #4: Don't Neglect the Organization of Your Wedding Ceremony
Especially if you opt for a secular ceremony where everything will have to be built from scratch. For 80% of brides and grooms, the wedding ceremony is the most emotional moment of their wedding. Do not neglect its importance or its organization and decor.
Articles to consult:
Why organize a Secular Ceremony?
Organizing your Secular Ceremony: Mistakes to Avoid
Choosing your Ceremony Officiant
Writing your secular ceremony
How to choose your secular ceremony ritual?
Entrusting your secular ceremony to a loved one
Wedding Tip #5: Listen to Your Desires
Your preparations will be filled with thoughtful opinions and suggestions. Keep in mind that this is your wedding and not someone else's. Stay yourself and true to who you are.
Marriage Tip #6: Listen to Your Other Half
Marriage is the union of two people. If your other half seems less invested in the preparations than you, keep in mind that it is essential that this wedding reflects both of your personalities. Make room for it in the choices of this meticulously planned organization.
Wedding tip #7: Don't seek originality at all costs
Your wedding will be original because it will be in your image. The unique is in you, do not look further. And do not drown in Pinterest inspirations. Get just what you need.
Wedding advice: Planning your wedding © Kelly Brown weddings
Wedding advice: Planning your wedding © Kelly Brown weddings
Wedding advice: Planning your wedding © Kelly Brown weddings
Wedding Tip #8: Accept Up Front That There Will Be Unforeseen Events
Unpredictable weather, forgotten wedding rings, a power outage… Admit right now that there will be a glitch in your organization. Because with so many humans gathered in the same place, it’s simply normal. It will give you anecdotes to tell by the fireside and you will laugh heartily about it. I promise.
Wedding tip #9: Trust your service providers and delegate your coordination
Everyone says it, this day will go by very very quickly. After a year spent dreaming of a wedding from morning to night, it is time to hand over to the professionals who will accompany you. You have chosen them, you trust them so let go. And enjoy your day 
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Wedding advice: Planning your wedding © Kelly Brown weddings
Wedding Tip #10: Anticipate a Possible Wedding Blues
The best way to chase away the wedding blues is to have plans. Your wedding is the beginning of other adventures. The starting point could be a sumptuous honeymoon for example. It's up to you to invent the rest.
Credits
Photograph | Kelly Brown Photography @kellybrownweddings
Planning | Little Creek Events @little_creek_events_inc
Venue | The Thacher House @thacherhouse
Florals | Holly Flora @hollyflorala
Dress | Honor NYC by LOHO Bride @honornyc @loho_bride
DJ + Band | Dart Collective @dartcollective @dentmay
Wedding Stationery | Goods Gang @goodsgang
Beauty | Chanel Cross @chanelcross
Catering | RORY'S PLACE @rorys_place_ojai
Wedding Cake | Hansen's Cakes Bakery @hansencakesbakery
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