Comments on: Confessions of a Bride-to-Be: Where Do I Go From Here?

By: Emily H

Emily H — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:22:04 +0000

On budgeting, I say go for your dreams and don’t scrimp (within reason). I am still paying off my wedding from last October and it is still worth every penny.

In setting your budget, pick out one or two high ticket items you refuse to compromise on (for me it was dress and flowers) and identify areas you can save (since most invitations end up in the trash, I ordered mine through Target).

Don’t scrimp on food and beverage–if the food is good and the alcohol flowing, your wedding will be a success in the eyes of your guests. It doesn’t matter what favors you provide, or how elaborate your seating cards are.

Finally, don’t scrimp on photography. You definitely get what you pay for–and your photos will be your window into the precious moments of your day you didn’t have time to take in.

Happy planning! And don’t let your grandmother railroad you. The people who love you will come no matter what it takes

By: Emily H Events

Emily H Events — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 04:00:01 +0000

As someone who is still paying off my wedding (I got married 10 months ago), I have to admit that it is still worth every penny! Of course, you must set a budget and stick to it. But I suggest picking one or two splurge items that are important to you (for me it was dress and flowers) and save in other areas (I got my invites at Target since they usually end up in the trash anyway!). Spend some extra money for an open bar (your guests will thank you). And make SURE you don’t scrimp on photography. Your day will go by in a blur, and the photos will likely be your only chance to see what really happened (I still can’t believe how many things my photographer caught that I didn’t even notice!).

Just remember to breathe. At the end of the day, you’re just as married…that’s what really matters.

By: The Future Mrs C

The Future Mrs C — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:21:45 +0000

Thanks ladies, great perspective. It is a day to celebrate a commitment Mr. C and I are making and that is the whole point. I will follow my instincts and make a choice that fit’s our style.

By: Christina

Christina — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 02:01:05 +0000

I completely understand (I have too many relatives like that!)–if your grandmother and other elderly relatives are concerned with the ‘distance’, you could always ask a few aunts and uncles with vehicle space to get them to the ceremony and reception. That would save them having to drive (especially if the festivities ends in the later hours) and your peace of mind on enjoying your day

By: Corey

Corey — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:07:20 +0000

Go with your gut, your family will make sure they are there – especially if it means comfort and style over bedbugs!!!

One thing I stress to my brides is to take things into consideration that people request but never loose the fact that this is YOUR day (meaning you and your intended) and that you need to make sure YOU are still in that day. I hear so many times people upset that at the end of the (long) day that they wish they’d done this or that that they’d wanted but relented because Aunt Sally didn’t like the idea. If it isn’t that much of a drive (under an hour drive is acceptable IMHO) then you are fine!