Wedding Seasons and Survival
Sarah Wicker
As August comes to a close and September takes over, many of us find ourselves right in the middle of the infamous "Wedding Season." Wedding season often begins with eager anticipation of new love and exciting dance floors battles, but after a few months and a handful of weddings, it's not uncommon to find yourself a bit burnt out. I’ve put together some tips to beat the burn out (without going bankrupt) this wedding season!
• First of all, be realistic about which weddings you decide to attend. Just because you are invited to an old high school or college friend's wedding that you haven't spoken to in a few years doesn't mean you are obligated to go. In fact, politely declining may even be best for both parties because you aren't attending yet another awkward wedding, and the bride and groom get to spend more of their special day focusing on their close friends and family. Learn to say no.
• If at all possible, take a plus one. Whether it’s a significant other or just a fun friend, social events—especially ones with lots of distant relatives or people you don't know—are always much more enjoyable when you have a buddy to hang with for the night! That way when the Best Man gets too tipsy to give a proper best man speech, you'll have someone to lean over and giggle with that isn't scary Great Aunt Magnus.
• As soon as you decide you are going to a wedding, be on the lookout for great wedding gifts. Don’t procrastinate buying your gift because last minute gifts are often much more expensive and a lot less meaningful!
• When prepping for the day of the wedding, plan ahead. For example: for indoor weddings, bring a sweater to beat the chill in air-conditioned churches. Or for outdoor weddings, pack an umbrella just in case Mother Nature decides to send a surprise shower your way! In my opinion, being over prepared is always better than underprepared! The inconvenience of having to walk around with an umbrella you didn’t end up needing far pales in comparison to being left without one in a sudden storm!