Bookings for that special Spanish restaurant in Mornington as a top wedding venue should go nonstop. Weddings are a huge deal! Tying the knot to be with someone for the rest of your life is one that has to be celebrated.

However, tying the knot doesn’t only cover the exchange of “I dos,” then you live happily ever after. Maybe in fairy tales, sure. But in real life, there’s more to weddings than meets the eye. It is easy to get lost amid preparation so better be sure to know all the wedding essentials before walking down the aisle.

Here are FIVE wedding essentials you need to prepare before the big day (aside from the venue)

Wedding Gown

For the most part, the main focus of any wedding is the bride walking down the aisle donned in her beautiful gown. Brides imagine this moment full of emotions. That one moment, the entire universe stops as the bride becomes the only one that matters.

Yes, it is an amazing and indescribable moment. However, let’s do some serious reality check. Having that fabulous gown takes a lot of time and thought process. Since this is your most-awaited moment, take the time to envision the gown’s design. Looking for the gown’s designer should come as the next step. Creation process takes a lot of time as well. Remember, the wedding gown of your dreams should never be rushed.

Time Allotment: 3 to 5 months depending on how intricate you want the gown to be. This includes fittings, alterations, creation process, etc.

Budget

First and foremost, weddings don’t have to cost a fortune. An amazing wedding doesn’t have to burn a big hole in you and your fiancée’s pockets. Make an in-depth review of your finances. Ensure that you have a significant amount set aside for the wedding alone. Never spend anything intended for other important matters like housing, pregnancy, honeymoon and the likes.

Booking for that Spanish restaurant in Mornington to be your venue should be done in advance. Different wedding venues cut the prize in half for advanced bookings. The same is true for other wedding-related expenses. It is best to have an online reservation in that nice brunch place in Mornington to discuss this budget matter with your fiancée and others who showed interest in helping you out with wedding finances.

Time Allotment: 1 year or more. Budget is crucial. The sky’s the limit. You can play around with the total sum you wish to spend. However, it is wise to also be practical. The earlier you book, the greater chances of getting a good deal with wedding suppliers. Again, NEVER spend any savings that are not intended for the wedding.

Professional Wedding Coordinator Services

The help of expert and professional wedding coordinators is essential nowadays. Sure, their services don’t come cheap. However, they take care of everything for you. They will do the dirty work. All that’s needed is regular close coordination for updates and other issues that may arise in the process. 

To better understand how these wedding coordinators work, it is best to contact one and have an in-depth discussion on the services they provide. Have that booking in a Spanish restaurant in Mornington for a meeting with the wedding coordinator to get more details.

Time Allotment: As soon as you have decided to get their services, have them working. These wedding coordinators will be with you every step of the way.

Guest List

This goes hand in hand with your budget. The size of your wedding depends on the budget you have. Of course, the more intimate, the cheaper. Sit down with your partner and decide on the kind of celebration you wish to have. Next to that is to make the list of guests. 

Weddings are special as it is social. Many business partnerships were formed in social events such as weddings. Do you wish to make your wedding as a networking activity, too? Or do you want a special and intimate ceremony where only your loved ones are in attendance? It’s your call. It’s your wedding anyway.

Time Allotment: 3 to 4 months. Trust me, your guest list in June will look different in August. Finalize the list 3 to 4 months before the wedding.

Wedding Theme

Tied with the budget is the wedding theme. More budget translates to more lavish and extravagant wedding celebrations. The importance of working around a budget early on can’t be stressed enough. Many expensive wedding celebrations are  indeed affordable.

It only takes planning and strategy. The wedding theme can go from simple to intricate. However, it should be given ample time for preparation. No one wants to attend a wedding that looks poorly done. It is your special day so think of a theme that’s special to both you and your future husband. 

Did you meet while in an African Safari adventure? Then turn the wedding venue into a safari. Met while on a diving trip, go for a sea adventure theme. Go ahead, be creative. Let the theme share your love story. This is the time for everyone to marvel at your exciting history as a couple. To be sure, hit on “Contact Us” for the event’s venue in Mornington. You should be able to talk to an events expert regarding your theme specifications and other requirements.

Time Allotment: 4 months. Themes may change. If it doesn’t, it takes time to contact wedding suppliers and other experts to execute your theme.