Congratulations! You're recently engaged and you're over the moon.
And then you have to start wedding planning, and that may not be a wonderful haha. Don't get me wrong - the actual big day is going to be wonderful. BUT planning a wedding can be overwhelming! Having a plan is a great way to make this process as stress-free as possible :)
Step 1: Think about your guests
Sit down with your fiancé and list out everyone you absolutely want there. Then make your B-list guests. Maybe even C-List :)
No other factor will impact your budget as much as the number of guests. The number of guests directly influences how many invitations, chairs, tables, meals, and favors you will be providing. Ask yourself how much you ideally want to spend on your wedding and be honest with yourselves about how many guests that budget can cover while still providing you with the wedding you are dreaming of. If you choose to stretch your guest list, you may need to compromise on some other spending choices.
Step 2: Choose your venue and set a date
You should think about guest list before you start your search for venues because most venues have a maximum occupancy. Counting your guest list will eliminate potential venues right off the bat.
Typically, a destination wedding shrinks the guest list since travel is not possible for everyone. If you're like Jim and Pam and don't necessarily want your office coworkers present at your wedding, Niagara Falls is definitely an option.
Once you choose a venue that you love, work with the venue to set and book a date that works for you both :)
Step 3: book the rest of your vendors
Once you have a date set, you can plan the rest of your wedding. Other vendors need you to have set a date in order to know if they're available to work with you.
