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How to Plan a Wedding – 36 Steps to Planning a Wedding

Congratulations on your engagement! Now that you’re officially engaged, it’s time to start planning the details of your wedding. One thing to keep in mind is that there will be a lot of information to keep track of and organize. One way to stay on top of things is by printing out important documents, such as guest lists, vendor contracts, and budgets. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you have all the necessary information in one place.

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1. First of all, figure out what your ideal wedding ring gem size is.

When shopping for a wedding ring, one important consideration is the size of the gemstone. There are a few factors to consider when determining your ideal gem size:

  1. Personal preference: Ultimately, the size of the gemstone should be based on what you personally prefer. Some people prefer larger gemstones for a bold and striking look, while others prefer smaller gemstones for a more delicate and understated look.
  2. Budget: The size of the gemstone will also depend on your budget. Larger gemstones are generally more expensive than smaller ones.
  3. Ring design: The design of the ring can also affect the ideal gem size. For example, if the ring has a lot of intricate details or is a vintage style, a smaller gemstone may be more appropriate.
  4. Size of your fingers: The size of your fingers can also affect the ideal gem size. If you have smaller fingers, a smaller gemstone may look proportionate, while larger fingers may be able to carry a larger gemstone.

Ultimately, the most important thing is to find a gemstone size that you love and that complements the design of the ring. It’s recommended to try on different ring styles with different gem sizes to help you determine your preference.

ideal wedding ring gem size


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While 3 carats sounds awesome in theory, you run the risk of a heavy rock that might swallow up your dainty ring finger.

2. Once you’re engaged, here are your first steps.

wedding planning tips - 11 things you need to do after you're engaged

One day you’ll be glad that someone told you to insure your ring.

3. Here’s a helpful big-picture wedding planning timeline:

wedding planning timeline - A guide to planning your wedding and stying on track

So go ahead and put it all in your planner or Google calendar.

4. Remember to create your essential BEAUTY to-do list.

wedding planning guide - wedding beauty checklist
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5. Determine the date for your wedding.

How to plan a wedding - your guide to wedding througout the year
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6. This guide will help you figure out what kind of wedding you want to have on your budget.

wedding planning tips - how to get the most out of a wedding budget

7. Start figuring out your budget. Print out this checklist and start filling it out:

planning a wedding - the wedding cost checklist

 

8. Here are your exciting attire options you get to impose on your guests:

wedding planning guide - wedding guest attire demystified

9.  Decide Whom to Invite

Wedding planning ideas - Figure out whos even coming to this thing


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10. Here’s every tiny detail regarding your save-the-dates and invitations that you didn’t even bother to consider:

wedding planning tips - Save the date and wedding invitatins tips
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11. If you’re a real stickler for etiquette, here are all the proper ways to address your guests.

wedding invitation etiquette - How to address wedding invitations
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12. The fun part that easily veers into dread: shopping for your wedding dress.

How to choose a wedding dress

13. Say yes to the dress.

wedding tips - 10 things to know before buying a wedding dress
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14.  How to Measure  if you’re buying your dress online or purchasing a pre-owned dress

wedding dress ideas - how to measure
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15. Know your veil terms:

wedding dress tips - know your veil terms

16. The train

weddding planning - get on board the wedding train

17.When it comes time to start researching your vendors, you’ll want to know what questions to ask your caterer:

wedding planning guide - quick guide to hiring a wedding caterer
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18.  And your wedding photographer:

wedding planning tips - questions to ask my wedding photographer
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19. Make sure to give the photographer some version of this checklist:

wedding photography opportunity checklist

20. Drop some well-meaning hints to let your bridesmaid know what her duties are.

well-meaning hints to let your bridesmaid know what her duties are


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21. Before you call the florist, figure out what flowers and bouquets you want:

wedding tips- how to choose wedding flowers
wedding flower ideas - are your wedding flowers in season

22. Make sure you use your registry to get everything you NEED:

all-incusive wedding registry checklist
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23. While planning your registry, be sure to choose enough items in each price category to ensure all of your guests will be able to afford gifts.

how to decide the number of guest

24. This chart will help you figure out your cake specifications:

figure out your cake specifications

25. And for slightly more complicated, layered cakes:

wedding cake ideas - a guide to wedding cake size and servings

26. If you’re self-catering or preparing a buffet, here’s a handy guide to portions:

the chickabug guide to how much to serve at a party

27. And if you’re providing your own alcoholic beverages:

a guide for how much beer, liquor and wine will be needed for your reception

28. Handling your own table settings? Follow proper etiquette:

the proper way to set a table

29. Here is every minuscule thing you need to keep track of, basically.

printable wedding checklist template

30. Here’s a last-minute to-do list during your final countdown days:

wedding planning - 2 weeks and counbting top planning tips

31. Make sure anyone in your wedding wearing a bowtie actually knows how to tie one.

how to tie a bow tie

32. Confused about wedding processional order?

the wedding processional - order of a traditional wedding processional

33. For your “oh shit! kit”:

wedding tips - bridal emergency kit necessities

This is a duty you could give to your maid of honor to take care of.

34. Know how and when to tip all the important people you’ve hired to put your wedding together.

wedding planning ideas - tips for tipping

35. And finally, write your thank-you notes the easy way.

fool proof thank you not formmula

wedding ideas - thank you notes template
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