Tips on How to have a Low-Stress, Successful Wedding

One of my most asked questions is what makes a wedding successful. Here is the advise that I give my brides.


1) Hire The Right Vendors

Your vendors are going to make or break your wedding. If you are not using a wedding planner's preferred vendors list, you should really do your homework. Talk to past brides, read reviews on the Knot, meet with the vendor before hiring, have a list of questions of things that are important to you. If you are using a reputable wedding planner's vendor list, make sure you ask the planner which vendor would be the right choice for you specifically. They should be able to point you in the right direction, but be sure that the planner has worked with these vendors and is not suggesting them because they get a kick-back. I highly suggest hiring a professional band or DJ. They will be front and center and they will determine whether your guests have a great time or whether they leave early.


2) Have Everything Done a Week Before the Wedding

This means that you should not be purchasing things the week of your wedding, you should not be calling and confirming vendors the week of your wedding (that's your planner's job), and you should have all responsibilities assigned and all of your friends/family aware of their responsibilities (i.e.vehicle that will be taking the gifts). All of the personal items (guest book) and decor that you are providing should be packed neatly in labeled boxes and handed to your planner or delivered to the reception site the day before the wedding. This will ensure that nothing is left behind in a rush to get everything completed and that all of the decor is placed in the proper place on the day of the wedding. The week leading up to the wedding should be spent with friends and family; not trying to put together last minute plans.

3) Relax, Have Fun, and Realize the Significance of the Day

Not everything is going to go as planned, but if you keep in mind that no matter what, this is the day that you will be marrying the love of your life, you will be able to keep the meaning of the day in perspective and enjoy the wedding. Also, be able to relinquish the control over to the wedding professionals. They do this every week and know what works and what doesn't. You will not be able to relax if you are trying to manage them and they won't be able to do their job to the best of their abilities.

If you keep these few tips in mind, you should have a blast on your day, no matter what life throws at you!

Credits:
Top Photo- Photography by Blanca, Funky Old Soul (Band), Olden Lighting
Middle Photo- Sledd Photography, Bouquets of Austin (floral arrangements)
Bottom Photo- Crosswhite Photography