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Category: Parties and Nightlife
Selecting your wedding day.
Choosing your wedding day is the first decision you and your fiance must make. You can choose a date for sentimental reasons (the date the two of you met, the date of your first date, the date he proposed, etc) or for practical reasons.
Keep in mind that you'll need six to eight months to plan a formal wedding and at least three months for small, intimate weddings. (Though it is perfectly acceptable to take longer than these times to plan, especially if money is an issue and you need more time.)
June is the most popular month to be married in. August, July, May and December rate high on the list as well.
Other things to consider when selecting the time of year to get married is honeymoon plans (will your favorite location be "in season", will the weather be what you want it to be, etc.) and what time of the year will it be most convenient for you and your fiance to be away from school or work.
Once you've chosen a month, you'll need to pick a day. Saturday is the most popular day of the week, but it's not the only day you can get married. Friday evening weddings are becoming popular and have their advantages. You usually can save a little money by having your wedding on and "off-peak" day as well as the advantage of having a "long weekend" honeymoon if you get married on Friday. Sunday afternoon can also host your wedding. Small, intimate weddings with just a few close friends and family can be held during the week, taking into consideration that people will not stay out too late on weeknights. But if you're not planning to party all night, just a ceremony and a short reception to greet your guests that came out to support you, then a weeknight is prime (and again, you're likely to save some money).
Once you've got a date, you've got to set a time. Morning, afternoon or evening. Specific start times vary across the country. For example, in some areas an afternoon wedding is held at 4:30 but in other areas may be held as early as 3:00.
When selecting your day and time you need to decide if you're going to be flexible. If the banquet hall you had your heart set on is already booked, will you change the date or find another banquet hall? If the photographer you want can't do it in the evening but could do it in the morning, will you change the time or find another photographer? You also need to check with your wedding attendants to make sure there are no conflicts with the date that you choose.
Happy Planning!
Tabitha Hanner
Wedding Coordinater
www.eventsbytabitha.com
2:10 AM
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