WEDDING PLANNING
AVOID BUYING ITEMS YOU DON ’ T REALLY NEED Consider items that could be repurposed or moved during the day , or reused in your home afterwards . Couples often think that buying is cheaper than hiring but in the long run this isn ’ t the case . You will also be doing your bit for the environment by repurposing well-loved items from some of Kent ’ s amazing hire companies .
“ We at The Wedding Dolls appreciate the wave of emotions often experienced by the couples we serve . Our clients are always excited at the prospect of their marriage and wedding day , but they also go through periods during which they might feel overwhelmed , nervous or tense . We endeavour to make sure we understand these anxieties , assuring our couples that they can rely on us to make sure their wedding runs smoothly and is a cherished and happy day that both they and their guests will remember for life ”
BUDGET FOR A PLANNING SESSION WITH A PROFESSIONAL If your budget doesn ’ t allow for a wedding planner , consider booking a one-off planning session instead . This will be a chance to brainstorm your ideas , discuss your concerns , review your budget allocation and draft a realistic timeline . By the end of the session , you will have made concise decisions , implemented actions and have a clear vision for the remainder of your planning journey . Getting advice early on from professionals will make sure you ’ re not missing important milestones and will reduce your anxiety as the day gets closer .
could rounding up all your nearest and dearest for formal portraits , and buffer time for unexpected traffic . The tiniest glitch could throw your entire day out of whack , so overcompensate for time . It is also important to factor in several minutes throughout the day to be alone together . Give yourselves those quiet moments to digest the fact you have just gotten married and see how your wedding vision has come to life .
PUT TOGETHER A WEDDING DAY EMERGENCY KIT We ’ d suggest including : a sewing kit , with extra safety pins of all sizes , baby wipes , bobby pins , plasters , tampons , hairspray , and this is just for the bride and her maids ! Think about having a small supply of craft items close by too . A roll of twine , glue , scissors , pens and batteries can go a long way ! If it ’ s a summer wedding , have some antihistamine and suncream on standby for both you and your guests .
PACK LIKE A PRO Pack all decor and day-of items in clear plastic storage boxes with locking lids . Write out what ’ s in each box and attach a label to the top . This will not only help you to cross things of your to do list as you will be able to see what you have packed ; it is also super helpful for whoever you allocate to pack up your items at the end of the night - don ’ t forget to provide some Tupperware for the top tier of your cake !
BE KIND TO YOURSELF Planning a wedding can take up to two years of your life ; make sure you spend quality time together during the engagement period with some wedding free nights and weekends together .
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GIVE YOURSELF SOME WIGGLE TIME Write a realistic schedule for the day . Hair and makeup could take longer than you ’ d think , as
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