Are you trying to decide on a venue for your wedding, and you find that you're having a hard time choosing? This is an old issue that a lot of engaged couples have to deal with. But thankfully, you don't have to be alone in sorting this detail out. If you work together, you should be able to decide faster, and minimize any problems that might arise.
Traditionally, the wedding takes place in the bride's hometown. Of course, during these days, that doesn't really matter anymore and only a few follow traditions. If the bride and groom are from the same place, then that's easier. But when both are from completely different places, the question is which place should be the venue for the wedding? Some couples choose to get married at some other completely different place from where they lived or grew up. Some couples decide to get married in the town where they met for example, or somewhere that has a special meaning for them. It's not only the place, but you also need to consider travel arrangements, and other factors before you decide.
A huge thing you have to take into consideration when choosing a venue is your invitation list, like how many people are you going to invite? If you plan on having only a small wedding, then it's easier to decide because you only have a few people to worry about, and you can cater to everyone's needs. But if you want to have a big, large-scale wedding, it's more difficult because with hundreds of guests, you will have to see to it that everybody's needs are taken into consideration. Also, apart from the ceremony venue, you have to choose where to hold your reception too. Again, your wedding guest list will largely influence your choice. With a smaller guest list, you can pretty much choose any area and it won't present any huge problems.
Another decision that you have to make is: do you want an indoor wedding or an outdoor wedding? If you choose to have an outdoor wedding, you have to know that there are issues that you have to take into consideration like the weather, for instance. You wouldn't want to get all drenched and wet if it rains and you're all outdoors on your wedding, would you? Or you wouldn't want your guests to drip with sweat if the sun is too hot outside either. Hiring a wedding consultant will help you to decide and he or she can present these obvious problems to you so you can avoid them.
Take your time in choosing your wedding venue. Remember, it's important that you make an informed decision. Comfort is a big factor, you have to make sure that wherever your venue is, you and your guests are free and comfortable to enjoy and celebrate the day with no hassles.
Your wedding stationery is a fundamental part of your wedding. It will introduce your guests to the style or theme of your day, provide them with all the essential information & pieces that you hand out on the day, such as the order of service, are likely to become keepsakes, particularly to close family members. But choosing a style of stationery for your wedding can seem a bit of a minefield as there is so much choice these days. Follow these top tips to help you find your perfect stationery.
What's your style? Firstly you will want to consider the impression you want to make with your stationery & how it will reflect on your wedding as a whole. Do you want a traditional, formal invite or do you want something bright & eye catching with a modern feel. As with the other decorative aspects of your day - flowers, table centers etc, your stationery can form an integral part of your wedding theme or style. Remember that the wording style you choose should also suit the style of the invitation & the style of the wedding, so opt for a formal tone with a traditional wedding & a more relaxed, friendly style with a civil ceremony or informal wedding.
The stationery list When you have decided on your style of stationery you then have to think about all the various elements you will need - invitations, RSVP cards, place cards, menu's etc. Other items can include order of service (for a traditional wedding), seating plan, table numbers or names, favor tags & even printed napkins & coasters. If your budget is tight stick to the essential items & find coordinating alternatives for anything else.
Placing your order When placing your order you will need a good idea of numbers. As a rule you should add on about 10% more for any last minute guests you want to invite. It is better to order too many than too few as it will cost you more to have extra made after you have received your initial order. Remember that you don't need an invite per guest, one per couple or family is normal practice, however, it is good manners to have one order of service per guest plus a few extra for any one else who may be at the ceremony, such as the organist.
Time to post Allow yourself plenty of time to collect together addresses & address your envelopes before posting. You can handwrite the envelopes or you can print the addresses out on sticky labels, which will save you time. It is usual to post your invites about 8-12 weeks before the wedding day, however if you are getting married in the traditional, summer wedding months you may want to post them earlier. Consider any overseas guests you may want to invite; you will need to account for the delivery time, so it is a good idea to post theirs before anyone else's to ensure it arrives in good time.
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