16/01/2008

Planning

     

While all weddings are unique in their own right, there are some common questions I am asked, that I recommend you consider at this time.  Please remember that these questions are very general in nature and  not all inclusive.
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  * When and where will the ceremony occur?
  * Will the ceremony include your personal and custom vows?
  * Do you want a formal, informal or casual wedding?
  * Will there be a rehearsal?  If so, when and where?  Who is required to participate?
  * Who (if anyone) will walk the bride down the aisle and present her in marriage?
  * Where will all parties stand during the ceremony?
  * Will you include any special ceremonies?
  * Are you both presenting each other with rings?
  * Who will be the witnesses to the ceremony?
  * Will there be flowers?
  * Will there be music?  If so, will it be live and when will it be used?
  * Will there be children involved?  If so, as part of the ceremony or presented as your own with a special gift?
  * Who is responsible to bring the marriage licence to our pre-wedding meeting?
  * Where will the photographs be taken?  And will they be allowed during the ceremony?
  *What will make the day most special for you?
  * And general logistics such:
                           - Wedding location                                              - Reception location
                           - Rehearsal time and location                              - Invitations
                           - Caterer                                                               - Guests
                           - Dresses and  tuxedos                                         - Flowers and candles
                          - Wedding attendants                                            - Rings and gifts
                          - Transportation                                                    - Photographer/ Videographer
                           - Hair appointments                                             - Decorating
                            - Managing of gifts                                              - Cleanup
                           - Reception planning including music, place-settings, food and beverage,
                            - Master of Ceremonies, scheduling, receiving line..
                            - Decorating and logistics (such as guest book and pen)

It is sometimes very helpful for Brides to prepare and maintain a small binder where information is kept regarding all aspects of her wedding.  To start this binder, I've sourced a few web based forms which MAY be of use.  Please note that not all of theses forms or the information contained therein may be relevant to your particular wedding.  They do though provide a starting point for you in managing your wedding plans.

 

announcement list     attendants sizes and measurements     bakery worksheet     bridal attendants worksheet

bridal attire information     bridal attire shopping worksheet     bridal attire worksheet

bridal consultants information worksheet     bridal consultant worksheet     brides attendants information

brides attendants list     brides name and address change worksheet     caterer worksheet

ceremony music information     ceremony wording and ideas worksheet     engagement ring worksheet

equipment checklist     floral checklist     flower description chart     gift list     gift registry checklist

grooms attendants information     grooms attendants list     grooms attendants worksheet

grooms name and address change worksheet     guest accommodation list     guest list for weekend activities

guide to daytime wedding attire     guide to evening wedding attire     honey moon itinerary

jewellery shopping worksheet     marriage license checklist     name and address change form letter

photo and video checklist    photographer and videographer information     photography worksheet

planning calendar checklist     questions to ask the reception site coordinator     questions to ask your caterer

reception information sheet     reception music information     reception seating charts     reception site worksheet

rehearsal and reception check list     rehearsal dinner list     stationery wording worksheet     stationery worksheet

transportation worksheet     videography worksheet     wedding day checklist     wedding day transportation

wedding expense record     wedding expenses table     wedding guest list   Bride Emergency Kit   Budget Planner

wedding information worksheet     weekend wedding itinerary     Money Saving Tips      Contacts at a Glance 

* To further help with your planning, I've located an electronic wedding planning book (in pdf format).  While the first page is exclusively advertising by the author, the remainder contains forms and ideas which may be of use to you in planning your wedding.  Please note that I do not endorse the organization or the advertising, but rather present the material solely as an information tool for you in the planning of your special day. I am in the process of developing my own wedding planning guide, however this is not yet ready for public release.  Wedding Guide Book   If you are not able to open a PDF document, here is a link  for the free Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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There are many resources available to help you with the planning of your wedding, ranging from family to friends, internet resources to books to professional planners, business acquaintances to your marriage commissioner.   Each of these comes with its pros and cons.  Remember that the ceremony belongs to you as a couple.  It must please you, reflect your personalities and be truly enjoyable and memorable. 

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