If you’re getting married, you’ve probably been inundated with information from others. Here are some common myths we’ve come across to help you differentiate fact from fiction.

Everything will be perfect

As the old saying goes, there’s no such thing as perfect, and while your day will be magical, no doubt, it’s unlikely that everything will be exactly how you envisioned it. A wedding requires a lot of planning, and often unforeseeable things occur during the day. You need to be prepared for that. Going into your wedding day focusing on marrying the love of your life rather than getting caught up on the little details will ensure you have the best day.

Weddings cost a motza

While they absolutely can, they don’t have to. At the end of the day regardless of whether you spend hundreds of thousands of dollars or a few hundred, you still end up with the same thing, a marriage certificate and a husband or wife. Weddings can be as elaborate or lowkey as you like. There is no rule book, and only you can decide how much you are willing to spend on your big day.

Seeing your partner before the ceremony is back luck

You’ve likely heard this one before, and luckily it’s nothing more than an old wives tale. There is no truth to it. While tradition is to spend the night apart before the wedding and wait until the bride/groom is walking down the aisle, you don’t have to follow this if you don’t want to. Some choose to get ready together or say hello before the big event.

You need to invite all your family

The bigger your guest list, generally the bigger the cost will be, and while you may want everyone that you know to be there, unfortunately, that is unattainable for many. Close family are the ones who are likely to put the pressure on to invite other family members. When working out your guest list, it’s important to invite people that you truly want to be a part of your special day, don’t just invite people to keep others happy, after all, you and your partner are going to be the ones footing the bill.

As soon as you mention the word ‘wedding’ prices go through the roof

Most vendors have set prices for their services, and just because you mention the word ‘wedding’, doesn’t mean they automatically hitch up the price. If the vendor has to travel to you or you ask for special requests, the price is going to reflect this. Many suppliers will offer wedding packages, and you may notice that the pricing is vastly different to their other services. This is generally because the amount of work and time required is significantly more. If you are worried about your vendor’s pricing, have a chat with them and ask them for a breakdown of costs.

It’s the brides special day

Getting married is a major milestone in both a brides and grooms life. While the groom may not seem as invested in the planning, ensure they are included and ask their opinion on key elements so that your day reflects the both of you.

You should start booking vendors 12 months ahead of your wedding date

Waiting until 12 months before the wedding to start booking things may see you miss out on your vendors and location of choice. In demand wedding locations and suppliers book out as far as two years ahead of time. To avoid disappointment, it’s best to start booking and paying deposits as soon as you’ve decided on a date.

A wedding has a ceremony then a reception

Traditionally, the ceremony is the beginning of a wedding day, followed by the reception however, more now than ever, couples are changing up their wedding day to suit their preferences or to accommodate state restrictions due to COVID-19. Many are deciding to get married and then host their reception at a later date rather than putting their wedding on hold indefinitely.

There are set traditions throughout the day

When we think of wedding traditions, there are quite a few. Speeches, the attire for the day, bouquet toss, cake cutting, garter toss, first dance, father and daughter dance and the list goes on. Just because this is the traditional way to get married, it doesn’t mean it’s for everyone. You can add or forgo certain elements throughout the day to customise your day exactly to your and your partner’s liking. Just remember, your wedding is all about you and your partner and what you want from the day. For example, some couples might opt for more modern or personalized touches, such as writing their own vows or incorporating cultural elements unique to their heritage. Others may embrace creative alternatives, like exploring lockdown engagement ring options to commemorate a love story that blossomed or endured during challenging times. Ultimately, the key is to craft a day that feels authentic and meaningful to your journey as a couple.

The number of bridesmaids and groomsmen must be the same

If you and your partner have a different number of people you want standing up next to you on your wedding day, don’t feel obliged to “even it out” by adding more people. It’s unnecessary, and if you’re concerned about your bridal party looking unproportionate in your photos, it’s not something you should worry about when hiring an experienced wedding photographer. They can position your party, so your photos look great, and you’ll hardly notice the difference in numbers.

Everyone is unique and has different preferences. The great thing about weddings is you can customise virtually every aspect to suit you and your partner. Here at Florido Weddings, we’re all about capturing your individual personalities and translating that through treasured photographs. Check out our website for more information.