Setting the date

By Laura Warby, 16/12/09 Before the wedding 1 comment

Need to set a date for your wedding but just don’t know how to decide? Well, here we give you a few things to consider first.



Although some people choose to do the last minute thing, in general, the minimum time that people leave to organize their celebration is 6 months. Of course it depends on how big you want to go and naturally, the more elaborate the ideas, the longer you should leave to get everything planned.

  • If you and your partner plan to have a religious ceremony, bear in mind that many churches, Mosques, or other religious places will have a waiting list. The same goes for popular wedding venues too so if you have your heart set on somewhere, check availability sooner rather than later.
  • Make sure that your special day does not clash with the special day of someone else. Don’t, for example, make your younger brother share his 21st birthday with your wedding day!
  • Your guests could also help you decide on your date too. Check that all the essential people who you want at your wedding can attend it.
  • It sounds obvious, but if you are planning to have the ceremony and the wedding breakfast in different locations don’t forget that the two dates must coincide…if not you’ll end up celebrating your reception in a less than perfect place!
  • Consider carefully whether you want to risk organizing an outdoor wedding or garden reception in seasons renowned for their heavy downpours. Although the British weather is rarely predictable, there are better months than others to celebrate alfresco style.
  • Weddings like holidays have their peak and off-peak seasons so if you are bound by a budget, considering colder months or rainy months for your wedding can save you a considerable amount. There are lots of ways that you can make these weddings just as special as the traditional, summer weddings that everyone goes for.
  • Similarly, choosing a date that falls on a week day or a Sunday can also mean lower venue costs and reduced waiting times.

 

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  • Posted to: 16/12/2010 18:17

    Anna Carter

    I would always advise that you consider what is the most important consideration for the wedding and work round that first. For example, do you have your heart set on a particular venue or close relatives overseas that can only travel at certain times. Anna Carter www.cardiffinvitations.co.uk


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