Planning your wedding can be pretty overwhelming. There are a million decisions to be made, and you can easily lose your focus and end up ruining your special event. Even the most organized couples can make mistakes while planning their wedding. Here are a few things you need to look out for if you want the perfect event for yourself and your significant other

Don’t Go Over Your Budget

Exceeding the budget is the most common mistake couples make at their wedding. You may find your credit card maxed out six months before your wedding, and there will still be vendors to be paid. To avoid this situation, have an honest conversation with your partner and your family. Look at your bank statements before this conversation. Find your venue, decide on a theme and make a list of the things you consider non-negotiable in decor or dress. When your list is complete, work backward to factor in all these costs to make your budget. This way, you will know where you can overspend a little, if at all. 

Guest Lists

You don’t want random people who you don’t even know personally to come to your wedding. You will save yourself a lot of trouble and expenses if you set boundaries, and carefully plan the guest list. The guest list is the hardest part of wedding planning because you don’t want any misunderstandings with your family. The best solution is to give each family member limited invites and strictly not more than the limit. 

Random Vendors

Selecting vendors randomly without a plan is a hassle and puts a dent in your budget. You can use a wedding planning directory to find the best vendors for all your needs. The best thing about directories is you can find a crew with all the required vendors at affordable deals.  Once you’ve gathered your top vendor options, create a wedding planning timeline to keep things organized and ensure everything stays on track. This timeline will help you prioritize tasks and book your vendors at the right time, avoiding last-minute stress. With the right planning tools, you can enjoy the process while staying within your budget.

Legalization

More often than not, couples forget about the legal bits around the marriage. So, it’s imperative that you know how to legalize your marriage according to your local government. In some places, if you don’t register for your church wedding, you will be fined, and many areas do not allow celebrant-led ceremonies. 

Hair Makeup Trial

Crucial mistake brides often make is that they don’t make a trial appointment for the hair and makeup from their selected salon. It is very important as you will know if you will get the services you want on your wedding day, and also give you a chance to see if your chosen hair and makeup will really look good on you or not. Book a trial three months in advance.