Planning A Budget Wedding

Author: Rhonda McGuireArticle Source: MiNeeds.com, where consumers get competitive bids from Wedding Service providers. Read reviews, compare offers & save. It’s free!Article Link: http://www.mineeds.com/Chicago/Elegant-Wedding-Services/Articles/Important-Wedding-Planning-TipsTags: wedding planning , chicago , invitations , calligraphy , I got engaged where do I start?So he asked, and you said yes. What now?Here are some Important planning tips to get you started: 1. Plan a wedding that you can afford. Young couples just starting their lives together should not carry an added burden of wedding day debt. (Sadly, some couples start off their bright futures with $75K to $100K left over from their ‘dream day’. And that doesn’t even include debt they may already be bringing into the marriage as individuals (e.g. college loans, etc.)]. This is particularly critical now, during this economic downturn. Consider shaving your guest list from 200 to 100… Trust me, everyone will understand…2. If you, the couple are not flipping the bill, you should remain considerate of who is. If a budget has been set, you should honor the person(s) who’ve blessed you with this ‘gift’, and honor their budget, at all costs.3. Money/Price is not everything. Finding a good deal doesn’t always equate to a good deal. Sometimes vendors who ‘low-ball’ a price are either inexperienced, or are not always as quailty-conscious as the vendors whom we work with.4. When the budget has been set, make every effort to hold you to it, which may mean trimming away a few of the items you thought were ‘essential.’ If luxuries can be afforded you can always work those things in at a later date.5. Elegant Wedding Services, we will strive to provide you with the best value for your money.6. Our goal is to save you time and money. Brides are quite internet savvy these days. Saving trips to the store, jaunts to the mall and numerous visits to stationery stores to view wedding invitations can now be accomplished right on our web-site. You can select your invites, (order a few samples if you’d like to see them in person), or simply choose your design, complete your information and see an on-line proof. Orders ship quickly.7. Centralize your tasks. Keep it together! Get started with a basic planning notebook, however, we highly recommend the use/purchase of our Smart Wedding Software. Click the link for more information.8. Another time-saver. As you compile your wedding guest list, input it in our planning software. This program will help you to keep track of your guest list, gift lists, thank you replies, RSVPs and seating arrangements all at-a-glance. Your lists can easily be handed over to your wedding planner/ coordinator and calligraphy handled behind the scenes.9. Short on time? We’ll gladly hand-letter your envelopes (see pricing guide), assemble, seal and post your invitations. NOTE: Be sure your guest list is complete and accurate, including the content of your inner envelopes and the more personal touch in addressing close friends and family. (i.e., Mr. and Mrs. John Smith vs. John and Becky Smith)10. When you are making a major wedding purchase/ signing a contract, whether its to book your venue, buy your wedding rings or your wedding gown — before you leave the place of business, (or sign your contract) ensure that your receipts are specific. (For example: If you bought a White, Size 10 Oscar de la Renta Gown, don’t walk out the door with a receipt that says, “Size 10, Gown, White). Who wants to get surprised when you return to a fitting to find that the bridal shop has replaced your dream gown with a generic!? Shop smart, shop wise, shop with your eyes open, always!Find a vendor you can trust. Give us a call at 708.562.4600 or visit our web-site at: www.elegantweddingservices.comcopyright 2007 – R. McGuire – Elegant Wedding ServicesWas the Article Useful?I hope you enjoyed the article! Please rate it at the following link, your feedback is highly appreciated:Important Wedding Planning Tips By Rhonda McGuire