Planning a wedding large or small will take a lot of planning, organization and booking of wedding vendors. No matter they type of wedding you wish to have, the inclusion of some wedding vendors is an absolute. In this article, we've laid out some of the most needed vendors for your wedding, along with many others you can pick and choose depending on your needs and budget. Stay organized and on track by searching for vendors far in advance of your wedding day, so that your special day runs smoothly.
Before you even begin to pick any vendors, make sure that you have a clear idea of your budget and what's most important to you for your wedding. You may find that throughout the process, things may cost more than you originally were expecting, which is why it is important to prioritize what's most important to you. After you have a clear sense of what's important and your budget, a good place to start searching for wedding vendors is to get recommendations from friends who have recently gotten married within the past two years. Having gone through the whole process, they will have the inside knowledge on the level of satisfaction they had with their chosen vendors and also will be able to give you a clear idea of what things cost.
There are many vendors you will consider employing for your wedding. If on a budget you may wish to not use a particular vendor, however no matter the situation there are most likely a few vendors that are must haves. The first must have vendor is a stationer. No matter your budget, or size of your wedding, unless you plan on eloping you will want to invite your guests with a formal invitation through the mail. There may be many specialty stores available in your local area that can help you select invitations and other paper products. There are also many options online and even your local Costco has many elegant yet affordable options.
The second must have for your wedding is an officiant, or pastor to perform the ceremony that will actually wed you and your loved one. If you do belong to a church, you may have already expected your pastor to be involved in the ceremony. The general rule is to make a $500 donation to your church for this kind of service. If you do not belong to a church, you can choose to hire a non-denominational officiant. If you go this route, they will let you know their fees upfront, since they are not donation based. You can also expect to give them a tip of $50 to $100 after the ceremony depending on how well you enjoyed their services.
The rest of the vendors, you can pick and choose according to your budget, although not completely necessary, there are a few you will most likely not want to skip out on such as a photographer. A photographer is high on our list because you will want to keep a record of your most memorable day. Photographers are usually highly competitive, and so you can expect the pricing in your area to be about the same. Make sure you view the photographers sample work and pick the right photographer that captures the look and style of photography you want your wedding to be portrayed as.
Finally, here is a list of vendors you might want to go through in order to make your wedding complete. Obviously you will need a place to get married, so look into venues. Many hotels offer packages that can help you plan a complete wedding. Other venues like restaurants and clubhouses have the option of renting the whole venue for private functions. Other vendors you may want to look into include catering, a bakery, videographer, dress maker, hair and makeup, limousine service, florist, musician, DJ or entertainment, and finally a wedding planner.
Planning a wedding can be a huge ordeal. With planning and research of vendors you can make your wedding run a whole lot smoother. There are many vendors that are essential to your wedding and other can be hired at leisure depending on your budget. Ultimately, if you still need help planning you always have the option of hiring a wedding consultant to ensure that every last detail of your wedding is planned out precisely the way you want it.
Before you even begin to pick any vendors, make sure that you have a clear idea of your budget and what's most important to you for your wedding. You may find that throughout the process, things may cost more than you originally were expecting, which is why it is important to prioritize what's most important to you. After you have a clear sense of what's important and your budget, a good place to start searching for wedding vendors is to get recommendations from friends who have recently gotten married within the past two years. Having gone through the whole process, they will have the inside knowledge on the level of satisfaction they had with their chosen vendors and also will be able to give you a clear idea of what things cost.
There are many vendors you will consider employing for your wedding. If on a budget you may wish to not use a particular vendor, however no matter the situation there are most likely a few vendors that are must haves. The first must have vendor is a stationer. No matter your budget, or size of your wedding, unless you plan on eloping you will want to invite your guests with a formal invitation through the mail. There may be many specialty stores available in your local area that can help you select invitations and other paper products. There are also many options online and even your local Costco has many elegant yet affordable options.
The second must have for your wedding is an officiant, or pastor to perform the ceremony that will actually wed you and your loved one. If you do belong to a church, you may have already expected your pastor to be involved in the ceremony. The general rule is to make a $500 donation to your church for this kind of service. If you do not belong to a church, you can choose to hire a non-denominational officiant. If you go this route, they will let you know their fees upfront, since they are not donation based. You can also expect to give them a tip of $50 to $100 after the ceremony depending on how well you enjoyed their services.
The rest of the vendors, you can pick and choose according to your budget, although not completely necessary, there are a few you will most likely not want to skip out on such as a photographer. A photographer is high on our list because you will want to keep a record of your most memorable day. Photographers are usually highly competitive, and so you can expect the pricing in your area to be about the same. Make sure you view the photographers sample work and pick the right photographer that captures the look and style of photography you want your wedding to be portrayed as.
Finally, here is a list of vendors you might want to go through in order to make your wedding complete. Obviously you will need a place to get married, so look into venues. Many hotels offer packages that can help you plan a complete wedding. Other venues like restaurants and clubhouses have the option of renting the whole venue for private functions. Other vendors you may want to look into include catering, a bakery, videographer, dress maker, hair and makeup, limousine service, florist, musician, DJ or entertainment, and finally a wedding planner.
Planning a wedding can be a huge ordeal. With planning and research of vendors you can make your wedding run a whole lot smoother. There are many vendors that are essential to your wedding and other can be hired at leisure depending on your budget. Ultimately, if you still need help planning you always have the option of hiring a wedding consultant to ensure that every last detail of your wedding is planned out precisely the way you want it.
About the Author:
Oahu weddings specialist Lauren Ellis has been helping brides select the perfect wedding vendors for their weddings on the island of Oahu for over 2 years. Visit Lauren's website to learn more about selecting wedding vendors. www.AlohaBridalConnections.com
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