A lot of preparations go into a successful wedding ceremony. Among these preparations are practical matters that must be considered. e.g, date of wedding,venue, invitation cards, the number of people to be invited and the type of wedding ceremony desired.
Sometimes it's possible that the couple's ideas do not fit with those of the parents. This could sometimes cause disagreements. Due to the present economic situation in the country, most couples go for very quiet wedding ceremonies. Some also get married on weekdays, while some do their whites and traditionals on the same day or with a day interval.
The success of the wedding depends on the amount of preparation and planning that go into it. You might be lucky to have friends and relations who will rally around to help you, this way some things that the couple do not necessarily have to do themselves will be delegated to friends and relations.
It is not wise to go into debt simply because you want to get married, neither should your parents dictate how much you should spend. But if a couple wants a big wedding and they have the means to do it then they can go all the way after all it is a once in life time experience.
Months before the wedding, it is good for couples to discuss their plans.
6 MONTHS AHEAD
a)Couples should discuss their wedding plans with their parents and close friends who can be of help.
b) Decide on the type of wedding you want.
c) Agree on a specific budget.
d) Go to church for rehearsals, and to the court to make sure the date is still regsitered.
e) Booking of the venue and meeting the decorator who will decorate the place. In the absence of a decorator you could do a simple decor with flowers, ribbons and balloons.
f) Get a photographer.
4 MONTHS
Shop for a beautiful, moderately priced wedding gown. Colours like baby pink, very light lemon, very light pink, purple and the normal cream and white comes in handy.Flowers can be ordered, invitation cards printed.
2 MONTHS
Invitation cards can be sent out to guests. Wedding rings can be purchased.
1 MONTH
You should have bought your wedding outfits by now, try them on and see how they fit. Confirm orders and appointments made.Write thank you notes to be sent out to guests who gave gifts.
2 WEEKS
You can begin to move your personal belongings to his apartment, start buying the non perishable items needed for the cooking.
1 WEEK
Have a discussion with people willing to make sure they're still ready to help you and won't dissapoint. Let then know what is expected of them. Buy the perishable items of food and check on the cake maker.
6th Day
Start making arrangements to bring all items you need closer to the venue of wedding for easy transportation.
5th Day
Shop for souvenirs for guests who will attend the wedding.
4th Day
Make arrangement for entertainment, eg; Musician, comedian, MC's.
3rd Day
Make final rehearsals eg, dance steps, vows etc.
2nd Day
Bring the cakes to the venue, make decorations and bring all items to the venue that is needed.
D- Day
Everything is set for a successful marriage.
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