Planning A Wedding

[ATBlythe2000]

How do I go about it? We know we're gonna do it, so why wait? My 2 older sibling are both married but they did it in Vegas. I'm NOT going to vegas. Hardest part is getting U2 to be our wedding band. Anyone know how I can go about that? I don't know where to start... But i'm happy.

[Manu]

Congrats

whens the date? how old are ya guys? HOw long ya been together?

So, I guess the first stage is deciding when. Then finding out where. Perhaps even first, is deciding hope many peolpe you want to invite.

30-40, 100, 200...

And then form there setting a date or setting a date as appropriate with a location you want it at...

[jillianjiggs]

Manu's right on. Do you want a small wedding? Medium sized? Huge? After you decide how many people, you can pick a venue that's the right size. So, first pick how many people. Then, pick the time of year you want to get married. Next, pick the venue for the ceremony and reception. What kind of feel do you want it to have? A garden ceremony? A reception at a gourmet cafe?

After that, you work on the details. Cake, attire, band/dj, food, etc.

[Foul Temptress]

ELOPE!

You will be happier in the end.

but if you insist on the headache, go buy you one of those nice wedding planner books, it helps keep you organized, and remind you of things to do.

Also, I know there are a few good websites out there, that can assist.

[jillianjiggs]

I'm using WeddingChannel.com. They've got interactive features, such as a guest list manager, gift manager, several online registries, scrapbooks, articles, budget planner, you name it. I bought a wedding planner/wedding journal that's nice but basic, and I use the online planner for the detailed things like the guest list and budget. It's nice to have a running total and what not.

[ATBlythe2000]

Originally posted by Manu
Congrats
whens the date? how old are ya guys? HOw long ya been together?

Date: Don't know, just talking
Old:I'm 21, She's 22. She wanted kids by 26, now it's looking more like 24...
Together? Well we've been together for 2 months, but have known each other for... damn, 10 years. We've were best friends 6-12 through school.

So, I guess the first stage is deciding when.

When: Dunno, just knowing that we're going to have one eventually.

30-40, 100, 200...

40 from mine, probably less from hers, and all our friends.

And then form there setting a date or setting a date as appropriate with a location you want it at...

Where do people have wedding these days?

Originally posted by jillianjiggs
Manu's right on. Do you want a small wedding? Medium sized? Huge? After you decide how many people, you can pick a venue that's the right size. So, first pick how many people. Then, pick the time of year you want to get married. Next, pick the venue for the ceremony and reception. What kind of feel do you want it to have? A garden ceremony? A reception at a gourmet cafe?

After that, you work on the details. Cake, attire, band/dj, food, etc.

Medium sized... With all the people in our families that say we make a cute couple and stuff we'd get so much help it'd turn into a big one.

Time of year? If I were to ask her today, she's say yes, so anytime's a good time for breakfast... err I mean a wedding.

Cake? oh yeah, duh (for a second i forgot about it). Of course dressy, and I work in radio, I know too many people with too much music. (besides my downloaded stuff)

Originally posted by Foul Temptress
ELOPE!

You will be happier in the end.

My sister and brother married in Vegas. No, I'm breaking the family tradition.

but if you insist on the headache, go buy you one of those nice wedding planner books, it helps keep you organized, and remind you of things to do.

Also, I know there are a few good websites out there, that can assist.

That's why I asked here. Then I can invite all of you too.

[Foul Temptress]

www.tietheknot.com

I know that is another one.

[ATBlythe2000]

Originally posted by Foul Temptress
www.tietheknot.com

2 out od 16 articles work.

[Foul Temptress]

Well, that ain't no good.

[LisaRisa87]

My sister had her wedding at a hotel. They provided either a 3 or 4 hour block for the ceremony and reception. Also included was a parlor room (it's one of the Historic Hotels of America.)

Gardens are also really pretty, granted that the day's not too hot, and ones that are invited aren't allergic to bees and whatnot. Not sure if you have botanical gardens where you live, but they usually have "tea houses" where you could have the reception there also. Just ideas I suppose.

I'm sure once you make decisions on a few important things like basically date, time, place, everything else will fall into place and keep rolling along. Good luck!

[ATBlythe2000]

March... maybe... now to tell her dad we're going 'out'. lol

[MedievalinNY]

I was married & I had a formal wedding. If you choose to have a formal wedding, here are some tips from my experience and others I know.

1. Wear your hair up.

2. Invite everyone. Try not to leave anyone out, even if you think they may not expect to be invited.

3. Do it on a Saturday. It's worth the extra few bucks.

4. Order you invitations direct (invitation companies)by mail-order, don't go to a printer(middleman).

5. Get favors online, forget the favor stores. Too overpriced.
You will find the same exact favors online for a lot less.

6. Don't let your inlaws takeover, your the Bride. But try to be diplomatic.

7. Bands could be tricky, A DJ is a safer choice.

8. Wear comfortable shoes.

9. Choose wisely when it comes to your maid of honor & bridal party .

10. Don't drink until the reception starts & the posed pics are finished.

11. Try to maintain your weight once your measured for your gown. If you want to loose a few lbs. ,try to do it before the measurements. Try not to gain...taking out a dress will change it's initial style.

12. Try to do everything locally. Don't do too much traveling on that special day. Keep all destinations within a close proximity.

13. Check the Farmer's Almanac for weather. Certain months yeild little rain or severe weather, depending on your region.

14. Have your wedding in the evening or early evening.

15. If your thinking have having an outdoor affair, see# 13.

16. Buy a planner/notebook.

17. Keep track of your montly cycle & try to plan your wedding/honeymoon right after your friend is suppose to visit.

18. Pack an emergancy bag with everything possibly needed.
Advil,Needle & Thread,Hair spray,etc...

19. Try not to loose your temper or sanity, no matter what.

20. Don't skimp on liquor or food. Make sure the food is good & the booze is top shelf.

Maybe elope....just kidding - Keep it simple & nice. Whatever you choose to do, it will be a special. Congrats & all the best.

[ATBlythe2000]

Originally posted by MedievalinNY
2. Invite everyone. Try not to leave anyone out, even if you think they may not expect to be invited.

What if we really don't want them there? Eh, i'll invitew them anyways, they ARE family after all...

5. Get favors online, forget the favor stores. Too overpriced.
You will find the same exact favors online for a lot less.

I got the hook up at Sav-On. How's that?

6. Don't let your inlaws takeover, your the Bride. But try to be diplomatic.

There are only ... 4 people who want to plan this thing. They can all work together. I don't care, as long as I have her.

7. Bands could be tricky, A DJ is a safer choice.

MP3 CD Player. Stick in, leave alone, you've got music for 10 hours.

9. Choose wisely when it comes to your maid of honor & bridal party .

Who is it women who are always asking. I'm the guy. I'm not gonna have bridesmaides.

10. Don't drink until the reception starts & the posed pics are finished.

Damn.

12. Try to do everything locally. Don't do too much traveling on that special day. Keep all destinations within a close proximity.

hmm, Donut shop for Breakfast, Subway for lunch, McD's is down the street for dinner. ok.

13. Check the Farmer's Almanac for weather. Certain months yeild little rain or severe weather, depending on your region.

It doesn't rain in L.A.

14. Have your wedding in the evening or early evening.

Early Evening, becareful of sunglare. Last one I went to was just as the sun had just set in Palm Spring. it was cool.

16. Buy a planner/notebook.

Note to self: rememeber everything. write it down.

17. Keep track of your montly cycle & try to plan your wedding/honeymoon right after your friend is suppose to visit.

oh yeah, didn't think about that.

19. Try not to loose your temper or sanity, no matter what.

with MY family? HA!

20. Don't skimp on liquor or food. Make sure the food is good & the booze is top shelf.

Skimp on alcohol!!! wouldn't think of it! Food? OUr families cook enough for armies, and when it comes to parties, they don't order light. ...leftovers anyone?

[Monster]

Will I be invited???

[ATBlythe2000]

...maybe...












YES! Just remind me. and tell everyone you know that remembers me if they want to go too.

Drew, you going too?