It can be very stressful for the happy couple to plan the wedding themselves. Friends and family members may try to tell you how to plan your wedding. The following article has some great tips to help you plan your big day.

If you are assigning any guest to give a speech at your wedding, have him rehearse the speech with you beforehand to ensure that it is appropriate. There will be many different generations at the wedding, so sometimes a joke between young people is not received well by elders.

Use decorative items for every part of your wedding theme. Make sure that some of the accessories you have are included in the wedding. These small details are memorable and help your wedding day stand out as having been well planned.

When you are planning your wedding festivities, think hard about the kinds of alcoholic beverages that are going to be available, and also how much of a price tag they will carry. The open bar option is the most costly of choices and the cost can be prohibitive for many couples but do not feel bad if you cannot afford it. The venue representative will be able to advise you of the various alcohol service options available.

TIP! Are you bringing in food yourself to your reception? Visit a wholesale store to stock up. If you shop wholesale, you will be able to get lots of food at much better prices.

This person might be a dedicated friend or family member; he or she will be tasked with toting your gear. They may be able to help you as you gather the family for a group shot.

If you are having a destination wedding, why not treat your guests with an indulgent gift basket delivered right to their hotel rooms? You can include tidbits like tourist maps, sunglasses, novelty towels or even information on nearby attractions. You may want to include a food guide to some local restaurants so that they can eat.

It’s best to keep your dress at the store until the wedding day. If you keep it inside your closet, the dress might get stained or wrinkled. If you keep it at the shop, that means it will remain pressed and fresh for your wedding.

When someone is going to talk during your wedding, be sure to have them rehearse what they’re going to say in front of you so that you know what they’re saying is appropriate. Wedding guests cover many generations of family and friends, and the humor of newer generations might offend elders.

TIP! Use the property of a friend or a member of the family for your wedding. If you know a person with a large backyard or farm, you can get rid of a huge wedding cost.

If you plan to serve your guests a meal with multiple courses, keep them entertained during the serving process by placing small dishes of appetizing sweets on each table. Consider sugar roses which match the wedding colors.

Hopefully you now understand what it takes to plan a wedding. If you haven’t thrown up your hands in frustration yet, you will probably make it to the wedding day. Remember that your wedding day is for you and the one you love. Take the tips given here and make your day all that you want it to be and more.

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