Planning a wedding is an overwhelming but fun endeavor typically carried out over a number of months. Whether you have your date set and have selected your wedding venue, or not, you can start thinking of the details.
Rings?
If you don’t have your rings yet, there are so many choices that you should at least discuss the type of rings you both want. Remember, they will be worn for many years. Please read our articles on Wedding Rings and Engagement Rings.
Invitations?
Once you have the date and location selected, you’ll be considering your guest list. When you and your spouse-to-be have pared this down, but have not necessarily finalized it, you are ready to look at invitations. While electronic invitations are the rage for meetings and informal get-togethers, a real tangible invitation is still customary for a wedding unless you are being very eco-conscious. You should be able to find something you like, at the right price, from one of the many stationers in your area.
Name Change Kit?
For Brides – At the time you are thinking about your wedding, you may want to consider a name change kit as the simple way to take care of going from ‘Miss’; to ‘Mrs’
The Wedding Gown?
Choosing your wedding gown is a very important part of preparing for your wedding. You may want this year’s designer gown that you saw in a magazine ad or a vintage gown from an old movie or you may be planning to wear your grandmother’s dress.
Please read our article Your Wedding Dress, which discusses the history and styles of wedding gowns, how to choose a style you like and what to look for when trying on your dress. The articles on Saving Money on a Gown and Used Wedding Gowns will help the budget conscious bride select a new or once-worn gown at a great savings.
