Where to Start Wedding Planning

Recently engaged? Congratulations! The decision to marry your life partner is a big one. You may already have an elopement, trip to the courthouse, or wedding in mind. In case you need a little guidance, I've outlined a few helpful questions to get you started.

1. What is our overall vision? 
Do we have a season or place in mind? Snow in the mountains, barefoot on a warm beach, fall church wedding, spring in a park? Knowing the feeling or vibe you have in mind sets the tone. Having a season or month in mins can help narrow your planning down. If you can keep a date flexible until you find a venue, it will help your of locking down a place you love.

2. What's our budget?
Budget impacts everything from venue to guest list to menu. Weddings happen at every single price point. Once you have a ballpark number to work with, you can prioritize where the money goes. Perhaps you want to splurge on really high quality photographs or florals but don't mind spending less on stationary or wedding attire. 

3. About how many people do we want to invite?
There's a big difference in planning a wedding for 10, 20, 50, 100, 200+ guests. Knowing an estimate of how many people you may have will guide your decision on venue and catering, two HUGE parts of your day (and budget). 

An event planner can help with these questions and guide the process of of planning a wedding so that is enjoyable and low-stress. You're always welcome to reach out for a complimentary consultation.

Happy planning!

Jason Goldfarb Photography 

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