There’s a good possibility you have some wedding planning questions if you’re planning your wedding. If that’s the case, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled a list of the most common wedding questions we have heard from couples over the year.
Continue reading to learn everything you need to know from choosing your wedding suppliers to putting together a wedding budget.
The Top Questions People Ask When Wedding Planning
- Do I need a Videographer?
- How do I plan my wedding?
- How can I make my wedding memorable?
- Does my venue allow photos to be taken?
- How much does a wedding cost?
- Should we have an open bar?
- How do we find the best venue?
- Where should I focus my budget?
- How do I form a guest list?
- When should I send out my invitations?
- What time should our wedding ceremony start?
- What time of year do we get married?
- What wedding aspects are most important?
Do I need a Videographer?
Many people sit on the fence about whether they should have a videographer on their wedding day when they are wedding planning. However, we recommend that you consider your videographer and photographer as an investment in preserving your memories, rather than paying for a service.
There are so many reasons why a videographer is a necessary supplier to have on your wedding day from seeing all of the parts you missed to capturing family and friends in a certain stage of their life.
Check out our blog post where we tell you in-depth why having a videographer at your wedding is necessary!
How do I plan my Wedding?
Planning your wedding can be overwhelming, we understand there is so much to think about, plan and perfect. In our top wedding planning tips blog we cover the main aspects that you need to think about when planning your wedding day, including how to plan your budget, planning your wedding guest list and picking your suppliers.
I want my wedding to be memorable. How can I make my wedding stand out?
There are so many ways you can make your wedding memorable, but this is a personal preference. What will make your day memorable for you?
Our recommendations when you are wedding planning would be to have a look at different suppliers and activities that will make your day up. You could consider a combined videography and photography package for your day to fully capture the whole experience.
Need some wedding activity ideas? Check out our blog post, you may find some fun activities to add to your wedding day that will make it memorable for everyone. Plus, they are a tonne of fun!
Small, important details will provide that “wow factor”. Your guests will remember your wedding for years if it is a customised reflection of you both.
We recommend putting together a checklist. After you add your wedding details, it will create a personalised timetable to assist you to stay on top of budget deadlines, stationery delivery, contract signing, and anything else you need to do.
These timetable guides are also recommended: a 12-month planning timeline, ceremony site checklist, and thorough beauty timeline.
Does my venue allow photos to be taken during the ceremony?
The wedding ceremony is the most essential aspect of the day, and you’ll want to capture it on film or camera. As a result, you must double-check that your ceremony location permits it!
At a hotel or a licensed venue like a golf course or a country mansion, it’s rarely an issue, but churches and registrar offices can have some strict requirements.
Unfortunately, many couples have discovered on the day of their wedding ceremony that the photographer is only permitted to take photographs from the mezzanine, behind a pillar, or from the seventh row of pews. To avoid being disappointed, call your venue and inquire about their policies.
How much does a Wedding Cost?
Each wedding and couple is unique! No two weddings are the same, just as no two couples or wedding budgets are the same. We advise our clients to come up with a budget for their wedding that they believe is acceptable – one that keeps them in their financial comfort zone.
Choosing the suppliers that are essential to your perfect wedding day is something you should come up with first and then go from there. Here is our blog post that tells you our top wedding planning tips, including an example wedding budget breakdown.
Should we have an open bar?
You are the best judge of your guests, so if they aren’t big drinkers, it’s understandable if you’re hesitant to invest in an open bar. Even those who don’t drink regularly are likely to want to enjoy a glass of wine or champagne during a wedding, and this is a thoughtful gesture.
If money is tight, consider merely having an open bar for the cocktail reception or give everyone a one free drink ticket.
How do we find the best venue?
Of course, it depends on the size and location of your wedding, but we strongly suggest getting quotes from various locations to get started. We highly recommend visiting the venues in person to get a sense of the mood and décor possibilities once you’ve narrowed it down based on budget.
We have a blog post where we recommend some luxury wedding venues to get married in the UK.
Where should I focus my budget?
This is dependent on your and your groom’s priorities. Do you want to make a statement with the decor? Then hire a fantastic designer to assist you in determining the overall appearance and creative elements. Are you looking for a wild party with a vibrant band? Spend your money on a fantastic band..
Before you start putting together your budget, get down with your planner and fiance and talk about how you want the day to go and what you’ll need to make it happen.
How do I form a guest list?
We suggest going over your guest list numerous times after you think it’s complete. You don’t have to invite everyone from your school and the same goes for your coworkers: you might change jobs during the planning phase.
Make sure your list includes relationships that you value both now and in the future. Those are the people who you’ll want to spend your day with. Once you send a save the date, the guest is officially invited to the wedding.
If you’re undecided about someone, it’s best to postpone the save the date and send the invitation after you’re certain. Your guests are an important part of the wedding planning process.
When should I send out my invitations?
When you are wedding planning you must stay organised therefore we recommend sending out invitations nine weeks before the wedding date and setting a five-week RSVP deadline.
Typically, your caterer or venue needs a headcount one month before your event, so seeking RSVPs five weeks in advance provides you one week to track down any stragglers while staying on schedule.
What time should our wedding ceremony start?
The key to a stress-free wedding day timeline is to plan. When the big day approaches, breaking down your entire wedding day into an ordered timeline will help you stay on track.
The more specific you can be with your plan, the better. Wedding ceremonies, on average, last 30 minutes to an hour (although shorter and sweeter wedding programmes are acceptable), and most wedding receptions last four to five hours.
What time of year do we get married?
The time of year has a big impact on the type of wedding you have. Have you always wanted to get married in the winter? Perhaps you’d prefer a seaside wedding with the spring or summer breeze blowing in your hair as you exchange vows.
Whatever you decide, the season might help you get a better idea of what kind of venue and mood you’ll get. Once you understand the time of year you want to get married and you have a set date, the other parts of your wedding planning can be worked around that.
What wedding aspects are most important? What aspects are least important?
There is no standard list of suppliers you must hire when wedding planning. Consider the factors that are most important to you. You will want to invest in a professional videographer or photographer if you want a gorgeous film or images to show for years to come.
If you are easily overwhelmed, a planner may be the ideal option for you because they handle all of the planning and implementation. Are you looking for live music or a DJ? How about some florals? Are those items high on your priority list? Are you planning on having a wedding cake or a dessert table?
Conclusion
Making sure you have all of the answers you need to feel prepared and ready for your wedding day is so important. Kickstart your wedding planning by checking out our combined videography and photography packages!
