Wedding Planning And Organization - Picking Wedding Vendors
No matter the type of wedding, large or small, intimate or raging, you will want to use the services of some wedding vendors in the planning and organizing of your wedding. From the initial invites to the reception, this article will help guide you through picking and choosing the right vendors to incorporate into your wedding helping you to stay organized so when the big day comes the focus is on you and not last minute vendor searching.
Before you even begin to pick any vendors, make sure that you have a clear idea of your budget and what's most important to you for your wedding. You may find that throughout the process, things may cost more than you originally were expecting, which is why it is important to prioritize what's most important to you. After you have a clear sense of what's important and your budget, a good place to start searching for wedding vendors is to get recommendations from friends who have recently gotten married within the past two years. Having gone through the whole process, they will have the inside knowledge on the level of satisfaction they had with their chosen vendors and also will be able to give you a clear idea of what things cost.
There are some vendors you can get away with forgoing, however there are a couple that are usually a must. Unless you are planning on eloping you will want to invite guests to your wedding and hiring a stationer to help you pick invitations is most likely something you will want to do. There may be many specialty paper stores in your local area, or many chains are now offering services like this such as Costco. You can also find an abundance of resources throughout the internet. Costco and other internet stationary sources offer both convenience and are also very budget friendly compared to other specialty stores.
Another must have for your wedding is an officiant to actually marry you in your ceremony. If you belong to a church, this may be easy for you to check off your list, however if you don't, this is a good time to lean on friends for advice on where to find a good officiant to help you tie the knot. If you do belong to a church, you can expect to make a $500 donation to your church, if you go with a non-denominational officiant, they will let you know their costs upfront, and you can also tip them anywhere from $50 - $100 depending on how you liked their services.
The rest of the wedding vendors you choose you can pick according to your budget. One of the more highly recommended vendors is a photographer. You will want to hold onto the memories of your most cherished day, and a photographer can help capture the emotion and magic experienced on that day. In many places, wedding photographers are quite competitive meaning the prices for hiring one are all generally the same price. Pick a photographer whose work and style match that of which you want to portray.
Finally, here is a list of vendors you might want to go through in order to make your wedding complete. Obviously you will need a place to get married, so look into venues. Many hotels offer packages that can help you plan a complete wedding. Other venues like restaurants and clubhouses have the option of renting the whole venue for private functions. Other vendors you may want to look into include catering, a bakery, videographer, dress maker, hair and makeup, limousine service, florist, musician, DJ or entertainment, and finally a wedding planner.
Organizing a wedding from start to finish can be a huge task, but if you do your research ahead of time you can pick and choose the vendors you will need for the specific needs of your wedding. There are many vendors you can choose from, several are necessary, and others you can pick at your leisure depending on your budget. In the end if you still need help with your wedding planning, you can always hire a consultant who will make sure every last detail is taken care of. This article should serve as a guide to help you pick the right vendors for your wedding to ensure your wedding is a dream come true.
Before you even begin to pick any vendors, make sure that you have a clear idea of your budget and what's most important to you for your wedding. You may find that throughout the process, things may cost more than you originally were expecting, which is why it is important to prioritize what's most important to you. After you have a clear sense of what's important and your budget, a good place to start searching for wedding vendors is to get recommendations from friends who have recently gotten married within the past two years. Having gone through the whole process, they will have the inside knowledge on the level of satisfaction they had with their chosen vendors and also will be able to give you a clear idea of what things cost.
There are some vendors you can get away with forgoing, however there are a couple that are usually a must. Unless you are planning on eloping you will want to invite guests to your wedding and hiring a stationer to help you pick invitations is most likely something you will want to do. There may be many specialty paper stores in your local area, or many chains are now offering services like this such as Costco. You can also find an abundance of resources throughout the internet. Costco and other internet stationary sources offer both convenience and are also very budget friendly compared to other specialty stores.
Another must have for your wedding is an officiant to actually marry you in your ceremony. If you belong to a church, this may be easy for you to check off your list, however if you don't, this is a good time to lean on friends for advice on where to find a good officiant to help you tie the knot. If you do belong to a church, you can expect to make a $500 donation to your church, if you go with a non-denominational officiant, they will let you know their costs upfront, and you can also tip them anywhere from $50 - $100 depending on how you liked their services.
The rest of the wedding vendors you choose you can pick according to your budget. One of the more highly recommended vendors is a photographer. You will want to hold onto the memories of your most cherished day, and a photographer can help capture the emotion and magic experienced on that day. In many places, wedding photographers are quite competitive meaning the prices for hiring one are all generally the same price. Pick a photographer whose work and style match that of which you want to portray.
Finally, here is a list of vendors you might want to go through in order to make your wedding complete. Obviously you will need a place to get married, so look into venues. Many hotels offer packages that can help you plan a complete wedding. Other venues like restaurants and clubhouses have the option of renting the whole venue for private functions. Other vendors you may want to look into include catering, a bakery, videographer, dress maker, hair and makeup, limousine service, florist, musician, DJ or entertainment, and finally a wedding planner.
Organizing a wedding from start to finish can be a huge task, but if you do your research ahead of time you can pick and choose the vendors you will need for the specific needs of your wedding. There are many vendors you can choose from, several are necessary, and others you can pick at your leisure depending on your budget. In the end if you still need help with your wedding planning, you can always hire a consultant who will make sure every last detail is taken care of. This article should serve as a guide to help you pick the right vendors for your wedding to ensure your wedding is a dream come true.
About the Author:
Oahu weddings specialist Lauren Ellis has been helping brides select the perfect wedding vendors for their weddings on the island of Oahu for over 2 years. Visit Lauren's website to learn more about selecting wedding vendors. www.AlohaBridalConnections.com
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