You’re about to celebrate and commemorate your relationship in a big way. There is so much to consider as you plan a wedding, so much so that it can easily become overwhelming and stressful. This doesn’t have to be the case though – with a few simple adjustments, you can enjoy more of your wedding planning process.
1. Delegate as Much as Possible
Avoid burnout by accepting help from people around you. Just because you want things done a certain way doesn’t mean you can’t ask for help. Friends and family are often begging to help you out, you simply have to ask. Hand over tasks that you were planning to DIY. The extra hands will reduce stress and get things done more quickly.
2. Think About the Experience More
While it’s important to stick to a budget for your wedding, it can make the planning process more stressful. Instead of focussing on what you are able to purchase to bring your wedding day to life, think about how you want your guests to feel. Once you start focussing on the experience, you will find that you don’t actually need everything you thought you did. Why purchase those expensive bombonniere when you can rather create a custom cocktail that your guests will actually remember and enjoy. Instead of hiring a professional singer for your ceremony, ask that friend with the beautiful voice to sing something special for you.
3. Put All the Essentials in One Place
Couples can spend a lot of time answering the same questions once they start inviting guests to their wedding. To bypass this and reduce wedding planning stress, create a wedding website where guests can access all the information they need for the day. You now have more time to focus on other more important tasks.
4. Spend Enough Time on Vendor Research
Hiring experienced vendors is another way you can spend more time enjoying the months leading up to your wedding. Experienced vendors have seen it all, so they’re prepared for the unexpected, are more organised, and will help you better plan your day without too much effort on your part.
5. Find Time for Self-Care
If you don’t find time for self-care, you might wake up on your wedding day feeling exhausted and frazzled. Self-care doesn’t mean a weekly spa visit either (although if that’s what floats your boat then go for it, I’m with you!). Simply finding time to switch off for an hour several times a week is all you need. Take a long bath, go out for a quiet dinner with your partner with no wedding talk, or arrange a brunch with your besties. When you’re more balanced, the wedding planning process doesn’t feel as overwhelming.
If you are worried that you might turn into bridezilla, keep these tips in mind. The wedding planning process can and should be fun and memorable. And if it’s still all feeling like a bit too much to handle on your own, this is your reminder that Sparrow is here to help you get it done with a minimum of fuss or tears! Fill in the Contact Form here and we’ll be in touch to save the day xo
