Wedding Planning: 10 Ways To Make It A Less Stressful Process

Getting married is one of the most magical adventures that any couple ever embarks on. However, it is known to be a potentially stressful situation too. With the right strategy at your disposal, though, it does not have to be that way.

You’ve already done the hard part by finding “the one”. Now is the time to focus on ensuring that your big day is the magical and stress-free event you deserve. Here are 10 top tips to guide you down the aisle in style.

Take Your Time

#1. Give Yourself Time

First and foremost, this will be the last time that you ever complete the wedding planning process. Naturally, then, you should want to enjoy it. Sadly, this will be very difficult if you rush things by booking a date that’s only a few weeks away. The average engagement length is 1-2 years, which is probably right for most couples. Still, if you feel you need longer go for it.

It’s better to take your time and get things right rather than look back with regret.

#2. Find The Perfect Venue 

The recipe for a perfect wedding includes many ingredients. However, memorable wedding events begin with stunning venues in idyllic locations. Stunning backdrops will make the day infinitely more magical while your wedding photos will stand out for all the right reasons too. More importantly, it gives you a foundation to build upon. So, subsequent decisions should be easier to make.

Besides, the venue is certainly one of the most memorable aspects.

Choose People Who Will Support You When Needed

​#3. Choose The Best Best Man & Maid Of Honor

Even before you start building your dream wedding, you must consider the important guests that have a huge influence on the day. They will provide emotional support during the build-up and help fix any issues that surface on the day. This may include de-escalating disagreements between other guests. After all, every family has at least a couple of members that don’t get on.

The best man and maid of honor offer a valuable emotional safety net.

#4. Know Your Budget

There’s no point in denying that financial matters are one of the chief causes of stress. The average wedding costs $30,000, which is a lot of money to find. However, you don’t have to spend this level of money. After finding the dream venue, you can cut the costs by designing your own invites or getting guests to help with items like baking the cake. It can work out far better than receiving gifts.

Crucially, you need to calculate how much you can comfortably spend. 

#5. Choose Outfits With Amendments Included

As the wedding approaches, most brides and groomsmen will want to tone up. After all, this is the day when you want to look your best. However, you may not get to the exact physique that you wanted. Or if you do, your body may be very different from when you got measured. Therefore, finding beautiful wedding dresses and suits that included alterations is hugely beneficial.

Whatever happens leading up to the big day, you will look fantastic.

#6. Make Early Bookings

Even if you take the DIY route for many of the key features, you’ll still need a lot of services. Photographers, entertainment, florists, caterers, and a wedding officiant are all needed. If you try to book these services at the last minute, you will have far fewer options. Similarly, it’s likely that you will pay a premium cost as a direct result. Early bookings will boost your hopes of a positive outcome.

And when the wedding gets close, you’ll have fewer issues to consider.

A Wedding Planner Can Be Invaluable

​#7. Consider A Wedding Planner

If you want to take a backseat role while still knowing that your dream will be brought to life, wedding planners are available. They can work to your brief and subsequently build the perfect package. Their experience and contacts will ensure that no stone is left unturned. It can be a particularly useful choice for anyone that has a particularly busy lifestyle and other commitments.

It is an approach that lets you focus on enjoying the day. 

#8. Plan Your Guest Lists

You want to share your big day with your nearest and dearest. However, a large guest list will increase the costs. Likewise, it means you’ll spend less time with each person. So, many couples find that a smaller wedding is better. Or they invite more people to the evening reception. Another option is to throw a more casual party after the honeymoon, there are options available.

It also reduces the risk of fights breaking out. Perfect. 

#9. Schedule A Vacation Together

Even with the above steps in place, wedding planning is stressful. Therefore, it’s hugely beneficial to take a step back to recharge the batteries and your minds. Taking a romantic weekend away is a chance to do this. It also gives you a chance to discuss any remaining issues that require confirmation. Better still, you can find the balance between doing this and temporarily forgetting about the wedding period. 

Of course, the separate bachelor and bachelorette parties are vital too.

#10. Remember It’s Your Day

Finally, many couples fall into the trap of trying to design the big day that everyone expects. Frankly, there is no reason why you have to satisfy all traditions. If the thought of a first dance terrifies you, for example, drop it from the schedule. Ultimately, this is the one day where you are the center of attention. The most important factor, then, is that you do things your way.

If doing things differently helps you start married life with a smile, that’s all that matters.