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Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 Time: 7:25 AM
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When your boyfriend pops the big question and you say yes, you have to formally announce this to the whole world. You can call up friends and family to tell them or you can make use of engagement announcement cards. Many people also write wedding blogs that are posted on the Internet which keeps their friends and relatives updated about the wedding plans.
The most important factor that will affect a lot of other wedding ideas is the budget. It is essential that you and your partner should agree on a budget and then stick to it. It is one of the first things you plan together. So remember to be specific about it. You can adjust a little here and there to accommodate unexpected expenses. This budget will allow for catering costs, wedding hall, entertainment, limousine, etc.
You have to set a wedding date. Ask your clergy what dates are available. The churches get booked months in advance, so make sure you do the booking at the earliest possible time. This is a very important step in wedding planning. Also choose a number of places that can be your wedding locations for picture taking and find out which ones are near the church you choose. Then look at the reception halls in the vicinity. Most halls take a non-refundable minimum deposit. Many halls include the food in the contract. So check the quality of food before you book the hall. After you are done with booking the church and the hall, print your wedding invitation card.
You will then need to choose the best man, maid of honor, bridesmaids and groomsmen. Do not go for a large bridal party. Also remember that the ones you choose as the bridal party will have to invest in formal wear. This will put them under a financial burden. So make sure that they can afford it and then choose. Stick to people from close family and friends when choosing the bridal party.
Then you have to decide on the color and theme of the wedding. You may want to opt for a beach wedding or a traditional wedding. Depending on what you want, you will then decide the colors that you choose for the flowers, the décor, etc.
Wedding planning also includes choosing the florist, the caterer and the wedding band. Inform the florist where you are going to need the floral arrangements delivered to. You will need center pieces, your bridal bouquet, bouquets for the bridesmaid, mother of the bride, etc. Ask married couples for references for the caterer and do not forget to taste the food that is going to be served. The wedding musician should be informed beforehand about what type of music is to be played and at what time.
Last but not the least, enjoy your day. After all, it is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
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