Photo (above): Photographer: Elisabeth Van Lent - Reception venue: Hove Van Herpelgem - Flowers: Maison Julie - Ceremony: Merveil - Organization: Dame Blanche
1. Research
Planning a wedding is not something you can do in a flash. It takes a lot of time and care. Get off to a flying start by making sure you are well informed about everything you need to arrange for your wedding day. No idea where to start? To help you on your way, we have developed this comprehensive checklist for couples getting married in 2021 - 2022 - ... This way, you won't overlook anything!
2. Formula
Discuss with your partner what your ideal day would be. Keep in mind that a wedding isn't really one big event, but a series of smaller events. Think of the civil ceremony, the ceremony, the reception, the dinner, the dance party... If you're getting married in 2021, it's best to start thinking about it now: church ceremony or not? Spread over two days? Intimate or large? You decide!
3. Budget
Once you have a rough idea of what your wedding day will look like, it's a good idea to set your budget. Prioritize what's important and make a list of all the budget items. Keep track of your advances and expenses to avoid unpleasant surprises. To help you with this, we have developed a handy budget planner for you.
4. Mood boards
Perhaps you've had your dream party in mind since you were a child? Or maybe you have no idea what the overall picture should look like? In both cases, it's extremely useful to create a few mood boards. This will give you (and your wedding planner) a guide when making choices. You will find lots of inspiration and tips on our website. Pinterest will undoubtedly become your best friend during this phase.
5. Suppliers
Once you have a clear picture of your wedding party in mind, you can start looking for the perfect wedding suppliers. Things you should finalize as soon as possible are your wedding venue and catering. It's also best not to wait too long to choose your wedding dress, a suitable DJ, and a photographer or videographer. The best suppliers are booked up quickly.
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