Sarah Haywood's Top Tips for Planning the Perfect Day
MONEY MANAGEMENT
Plan only for the type of wedding
you can afford. Accept what you've got to spend and always shop with this
in mind. Create your perfect wedding, not Posh Spice's.
BE ORGANIZED
It's the key to successful and stress
free wedding planning.
PRIORITIZE
Don't waste time getting carried away with
the detail of your day until you have put in place the key elements: where
and when you'll be married and how much you can spend.
PRESENT A UNITED FRONT
Create your day together and
present a united front to your families. Leave some room for family input -
especially if they are contributing
financially.
RESPECT & COMPROMISE
When drawing up your guest list, be
sensitive to the desires and expectations of each other and your families.
Respect the point of view of others and listen, even if you eventually
reject their ideas. Be prepared to negotiate and compromise.
DELEGATE
Behind every blooming bride and gorgeous
groom is a fabulous and efficient team, so delegate what you can to friends
and family who have skills in areas you need help with.
BRIDESMAIDS & BEST MAN
Have a reliable best man
and chief bridesmaid. If your closest friends are not reliable and/or
competent, give them something else to do!
HIRING & FIRING
Do not hire anyone or anything
until you have seen or sampled their wares. Get every detail in
writing. Before signing a contract ask: 'is this your best
price?'
KEEP COOL, CALM & COLLECTED
Especially with your
nearest and dearest. Don't alienate anyone you'll need later
on.
WEDDING FREE ZONES
Have wedding free zones in
your home(s) and wedding free evenings with your intended. Then you'll not
lose sight of why you are making the marriage commitment!
VisitScotland's Wedding Planner
Month One: Getting Started
Month Two: Finding Your Dream Venue
Month Three: Bridal Wear
Month Four: Deciding Groomswear
Month Five: Wedding Day Food
Month Six: Wedding Day Flowers
Month Seven: Photography
Month Eight: Transport
Month Nine: Guests
Month Ten: Hair and Beauty
Month Eleven: The Big Day
Month Twelve: Honeymoon
