HOW TO ORGANIZE A WEDDING - MARRIAGE

How to organize a wedding: what to do for a dream ceremony

The wedding day is an unforgettable moment for every woman and, to have a perfect ceremony and reception, it is necessary to organize well in advance and proceed step by step. Of course, the choice of date, location, wedding dress, flowers and all the other preparations, including the banquet menu and even wedding favors, can seem like an insurmountable amount of things to do, so that the " the only possible solution would seem to resort to the much-loved figure of one wedding planner. However, by following these simple steps, we are sure that you will be able to organize the wedding of your dreams.

Before revealing the tips for organizing the perfect wedding, here are 5 fundamental things that cannot be missed if you are about to get married. Have you already taken them into consideration?

12 months before the wedding: the date, the budget and the location

The first step to take in organizing a wedding is certainly the choice of the date. In fact, all the other preparations will revolve around that big day. Normally, to establish it, you need to know in which season you prefer to get married: would you like a wedding of " winter, perhaps in a snowy city and immediately after the Christmas period, or a ceremony during spring or summer, with a mild climate and a luxuriant landscape around?
Also, keep in mind that it must also be a convenient date for the guests: exclude weekdays or those too close to public holidays or summer holidays, you would put your guests in difficulty if they have already planned a holiday for that period!

11-10 months before: guest list, witnesses and restaurant

It is time to write down at least a first draft of the guest list, so as to be able to communicate the good news to them and also to have a number, even approximate, of the participations to report it to the restaurant or the location that you and your him have chosen for the reception. This decision must also be taken taking into consideration the period of the year of the wedding and the distance of the place of the banquet from the church or the Municipality. Do you prefer a farmhouse on the outskirts of the city, an elegant and classy restaurant or a more intimate place? The options are so many!

Finally, it is time to choose the witnesses: they too must prepare for the big day, both for the bureaucratic issues to be followed, and for the funniest aspects that are still fundamental, such as, for example, the gift for you newlyweds!

9-6 months before: from the wedding dress to the honeymoon location

Probably, these are the most hectic months when planning a wedding. In fact, you have to think about many of the most important things for the big day, starting with the choice of the wedding dress.
If up to that moment you have only browsed through some catalog, magazine or website, it is time to go and see for yourself the famous white dress, the dream of almost every woman. Having an idea in mind is a good point of view. departure: the models are many, ranging from classic voluminous dresses in a princely style to the more tight-fitting mermaid-style ones, but, you know, in the end only by wearing it for the first time you understand if that dress is "him" or not.

Other than that, you should start taking into consideration:

The research of the photographer
The theme or style of the ceremony and reception (on which the flowers, the type of invitation and much more depend!)
The reservation of floral decorations and your bouquet (although, by tradition, the groom should take care of the latter)
The choice of any band, DJ or solo singer for musical entertainment during lunch / dinner
The dresses for the bridesmaids

Finally, always in these months before the wedding, it would be ideal for the groom to start thinking about his own suit and, together, to choose the destination of your honeymoon. Exotic places, paradisiacal islands or a trip on the road to adventure: this decision is yours alone, follow your preferences as a couple and you won't go wrong!

5-3 months before: premarital course, menus, wedding rings and favors

If you have chosen to get married in church, a premarital course is mandatory which you will need to take several months before the big day. Once finished, you future spouses will have to bring the documents issued in the Municipality: from that moment, you will have up to a maximum of 6 months to celebrate the ceremony.
The time has also come to establish the menu, taking into consideration that not all guests may have the same tastes and therefore trying not to choose too particular foods, so as to satisfy most of your guests.
In addition, we recommend that you also think in these months:

To the wedding rings: in yellow, white or platinum gold? The choice is yours!
To party favors: Try to stay in line with the theme or style established for the reception.
To the rental of the car / means of transport to get to the place of the ceremony: also in this case, the options are numerous, ranging from the classic vintage car to the fairytale horse-drawn carriage!
To the wedding list: to fill it in, based on what you and your future spouse feel the need for. If you have just moved into your home - or are thinking of going to live together soon - then some furnishing accessories will be ideal, otherwise you can always think of a fund for your honeymoon!
To the wedding cake: classic three-tier covered with cream or a "modern" chocolate cake?

2-1 months before: hairdresser, make-up, invitations and finishing touches

We are now running out, the big day is approaching and we need to think about the last but important details. First, make an appointment at the hairdresser and at least try out the hairstyle you have chosen. Then, find a makeup artist for that day and, again, show off your make-up at least once, so you can be sure it's the right one.
Two months before the event, send the "official invitations": even if you have already informed the guests in the previous months, the tradition of sending paper invitations continues to be observed. In fact, although there are even digital versions, paper ones they remain favorites, especially for "less tech-savvy" guests.

Finally, the tweaks of the last month consist of:

Confirmation of participation for the number of guests
The last fitting of the dress for you and your spouse (of course, without one seeing the other!)
Confirmation of the menu, specifying any allergies or intolerances
The withdrawal of faiths
Confirmation of the playlist for the reception
One or more beautician's appointments: waxing, manicures and pedicures are essential!
One or more days in a relaxing SPA for you: after all this organization, you deserve it!
The bachelorette party for you and the bachelor party for him

The big day

Finally, it's time for the wedding. After I spent organizing as a real wedding planner, you made it. Like any self-respecting bride, she can't miss a bit of anxiety and agitation, but don't worry: it's normal. You have completed the preparations paying attention to all the details, the guests are waiting to see you along the aisle, but, above all, your he is waiting for you at the altar. Live intensely that day and congratulations!