Tips of Staying Organized
The key to any successful wedding is all in the planning. Typically it is not unusual to have small things go wrong but always remember to have a plan and stick with it. It is not the best idea to change it during the middle of the planning process.
The top thing to remember is not get lazy. Some people like the attention of their engagement period that they end up setting things aside until a later time. It is important not to try to cram everything into a too-short period of time. Enjoy your engagement time for a little while but you have to get started when you can. Planning can be a long process, so just be prepared.
Buy a calendar or a datebook. These will help tremendously in planning and staying on schedule with everything you have to do. If you have a calendar, it will easily be read and remind you of what appointments you have. Vendors usually are on time and it would be upsetting to them if the bride or groom forgot or was late to their appointment. As much as the vendor is trying to impress you, they still have the opportunity to turn you down. Being on time and organized with all your dates will help you in the wedding process.
Setting aside time to focus on wedding details is important. Usually pick a certain day of the week or a couple days to move forward in the planning. Also, get your partner involved. It will help eliminate confusion and it is quality time together. Sharing duties with your partner is the best way to get things done. Both of you should be involved in every step of the way. Divide the list in half and choose what each person wants to do. This also means that the two of you have to talk. If you are sharing duties make sure to share those details.
Being flexible is important because every person cannot agree with everything that involves a wedding. Be willing to bend and if you object to something voice your opinions and try to come to a middle point. Give each other the chance to express their thoughts.
Details, Contracts, and Negotiations are something to pay close attention to in the planning process. Make sure you clarify all the details and expectations during the first meeting. A contract that says all the dates, time, and locations is something you need to have. Read all the fine print and spell out everything that needs to be known. Negotiations might be an option for certain vendors but not all of them so pay close attention to when to negotiate and when the right time wouldn’t be.
Organization is obvious. The more organized you are, the less chance there is that something will go wrong. Keep all your wedding information in one place. You even might want to get a notebook for your maid of honor so she has the information as a backup. During the wedding process there is a lot of information you will receive and staying organized is a great way to help control everything that is going on.
