Venue Ventures
How far in advance should a couple order a tent for an outdoor wedding?
6 months
How can couples save up to 50% on bar costs at a wedding?
Forgo a full bar and go with a soft bar
When possible, how long should the wedding ceremony be
30 Minutes
The best way to select the guest list when you have a limited budget:
What is Limiting the number of guests based on your budget
What is the most popular day of the week for weddings?
Saturdays
This is the recommended number of vendors you should interview per category before making a decision.
THREE
What is the most affordable music options for a wedding?
DJ
Invitation Designer, Dress & outfits, Decor & rentals are all considered to be
3rd priority vendors
When have you ensured a vendor for your wedding?
Once you have placed a deposit with the vendor
What is the best time to send out Save-the-Dates?
6-7 Months
At what point is a vendor considered fully secured for a wedding?
When a deposit is made
How can we cut back on the cost of the bridal gown?
Rent the dress or purchase it on consignment
What is a courteous gesture to ensure your wedding photographer stays focused and present during the event?
What is providing a meal for the photographer or videographer?
Logistically focused but on a shorter timeline. They usually begin helping about a month before the wedding and are a “point” person on the day of
Who is the Wedding Coordinator
How far in advance should bachelor/bachelorette parties be held?
It is recommended to be a few days before and not the night before the wedding
What is an advantage of booking vendors early in the wedding planning process? Eg Photograher
To secure the good ones as they are always booked out
How much should be set aside for a splurge cushion in a wedding budget?
10%
What is the benefit of having the wedding ceremony and reception at separate locations
It creates a break that allows the photographer plenty of time to take photos of the bridal party
How many extra invitations should be sent to account for “regrets”
10% over capacity
What are the benefits of having a receiving line at a wedding?
To allow the guest to congratulate the couple
These vendors should be prioritized first when planning a wedding.
PLANNER
OFFICIANT
VENUE
PHOTOGRAPHER
CATERER
RECEPTION BAND OR DJ
What are the best ways to cut wedding costs?
Trim the guest list
Eliminate the champagne toast
Start the wedding earlier in the day
Skip the off-site location and choose a reception site that comes with tables, chairs, flatware and staff
What is a common wedding catering mistake that can leave guests hungry and dissatisfied
serving small appetizers and cocktails at a reception during meal hours instead of providing a full meal
What are some key food guidelines to keep in mind when planning a wedding reception?
Choose the menu for the meal first, then figure out which hors d'oeuvres you would like to serve for the cocktail hour
What are the benefits of having a wedding website?
The ability to send out the save-the-dates and invitations digitally
Tracking your RSVPs online to confirm guest numbers
Accessing important information from guests such as meal choice options and dietary requirements to help build your menu