Comments on: Just got engaged. Need to figure out how soon I need to start planning the wedding and where to start? http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start Sat, 10 Apr 2010 19:02:42 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 By: Cami M http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-425 Cami M Sat, 05 Dec 2009 03:05:14 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-425 Hey, my fiancé and I are also looking at summer of 2009. Usually it is suggested to start planning about a year in advance, but it all depends on venues and such...some places book up super fast, and require an advanced deposite and booking. So, I would suggest maybe discussing with your fiancé where you want the wedding and do a bit of investigating into the popularity of the venue and the deposit requirements then go from there. If you need a planning outline, go to http://www.wedalert.com/content/planning/calendar.asp and it has a calendar broken down for a year of when you should do what tasks. Good luck and congrats! Hey, my fiancé and I are also looking at summer of 2009. Usually it is suggested to start planning about a year in advance, but it all depends on venues and such…some places book up super fast, and require an advanced deposite and booking. So, I would suggest maybe discussing with your fiancé where you want the wedding and do a bit of investigating into the popularity of the venue and the deposit requirements then go from there. If you need a planning outline, go to http://www.wedalert.com/content/planning/calendar.asp and it has a calendar broken down for a year of when you should do what tasks.
Good luck and congrats!

]]> By: Yo' Mama http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-424 Yo' Mama Sat, 05 Dec 2009 02:19:41 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-424 You may have some difficulty finding vendors ready to book for 2009 at this time. One reason is that their prices will assuredly be higher in 2009 than they are now and they may not be willing to give up that increased income. Many venues refuse to book weddings more than a year out because they'd much rather book the more lucrative corporate events. However, there is no reason why you can't research which vendors/venues you want. You can even talk to those you select about booking them and see what they say. You may be able to get pricing from them, now, even though they won't book yet, so at least you can estimate what everything will cost. Then add 15 percent to the figures to get a more realistic idea of 2009 fees. You have the enviable position of plenty of time to research what services you want and what venues would work best for you. Make your list of chosen vendors and then book them as soon as they'll let you. Don't order your dress, however, until 8-12 months from your date. Styles change and your tastes may, too. You may have some difficulty finding vendors ready to book for 2009 at this time. One reason is that their prices will assuredly be higher in 2009 than they are now and they may not be willing to give up that increased income. Many venues refuse to book weddings more than a year out because they’d much rather book the more lucrative corporate events. However, there is no reason why you can’t research which vendors/venues you want. You can even talk to those you select about booking them and see what they say. You may be able to get pricing from them, now, even though they won’t book yet, so at least you can estimate what everything will cost. Then add 15 percent to the figures to get a more realistic idea of 2009 fees. You have the enviable position of plenty of time to research what services you want and what venues would work best for you. Make your list of chosen vendors and then book them as soon as they’ll let you. Don’t order your dress, however, until 8-12 months from your date. Styles change and your tastes may, too.

]]> By: nanny http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-423 nanny Sat, 05 Dec 2009 01:23:27 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-423 You would start planning a year ahead of the wedding. Hope you don't mind if I ask, but why the heck wait so long? I sure wouldn't! Move that date closer if at all possible!!! You would start planning a year ahead of the wedding. Hope you don’t mind if I ask, but why the heck wait so long? I sure wouldn’t! Move that date closer if at all possible!!!

]]> By: Terri http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-422 Terri Sat, 05 Dec 2009 01:21:05 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-422 http://www.theknot.com is an excellent planning tool and I love their planning guide as well! Figure out where you'd like to have it. Some places you should reserve it as soon as you can (for example, an Outer Banks Wedding, as they fill up fast!). Start saving NOW. Fiance and I are putting a little extra into our savings account and putting all of our income tax refunds into the payment of the reception/ceremony costs. Congrats! http://www.theknot.com is an excellent planning tool and I love their planning guide as well!

Figure out where you’d like to have it. Some places you should reserve it as soon as you can (for example, an Outer Banks Wedding, as they fill up fast!).

Start saving NOW. Fiance and I are putting a little extra into our savings account and putting all of our income tax refunds into the payment of the reception/ceremony costs.

Congrats!

]]> By: alana's in bloom http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-421 alana's in bloom Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:34:53 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-421 Well you should book your reception location a.s.a.p. and you will probably get a better price this way! Also your ceremony location should be looked into right away. The rest can wait a little. Well you should book your reception location a.s.a.p. and you will probably get a better price this way! Also your ceremony location should be looked into right away. The rest can wait a little.

]]> By: Unknown http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-420 Unknown Fri, 04 Dec 2009 23:48:42 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-420 Find a location now. I got engaged last sept and want to get married next summer 2007. Every place I called was almost booked up. Some people book years in advance. it takes a long time to go see the places in person and decide which you like best. First step is to find the reception site or book it with the church first if you are planning a church wedding. The church date that is available will be your wedding reception date. The best places book first so you want to be first in line! Find a location now. I got engaged last sept and want to get married next summer 2007. Every place I called was almost booked up. Some people book years in advance. it takes a long time to go see the places in person and decide which you like best. First step is to find the reception site or book it with the church first if you are planning a church wedding. The church date that is available will be your wedding reception date.
The best places book first so you want to be first in line!

]]> By: rose bud http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-419 rose bud Fri, 04 Dec 2009 23:11:09 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-419 congrats on your engagement hon,go with the small but nice wedding w/both of your relatives and friends.the cost of weddings can cost alot or they can cost very little, it all depends on what you can afford, you can consult with your parents about it as well afterall your dad and mom will be the ones who will be giving you away.you won't have to start planning until next year hon.my husband & i are going to renew our vows next year,so this year we will start planning for it.my family wasn't invited the first time because of my husband's stepmother,so we aren't inviting hid dad or her this time around. congrats on your engagement hon,go with the small but nice wedding w/both of your relatives and friends.the cost of weddings can cost alot or they can cost very little, it all depends on what you can afford, you can consult with your parents about it as well afterall your dad and mom will be the ones who will be giving you away.you won’t have to start planning until next year hon.my husband & i are going to renew our vows next year,so this year we will start planning for it.my family wasn’t invited the first time because of my husband’s stepmother,so we aren’t inviting hid dad or her this time around.

]]> By: Dawn W http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-418 Dawn W Fri, 04 Dec 2009 23:06:34 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-418 you are going to need at the very least a year. you are going to need at the very least a year.

]]> By: mrrmaid http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-417 mrrmaid Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:15:35 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-417 By starting early, you can definitely save money. On the other hand, you can also burn out/drive your friends, relatives and STB-husband crazy. Even presidential campaigns have a limit. I'd chat with someone in the know to see how competitive your area is for bookings. Some places you need to start 2 years ahead; others are a lot more easygoing. If there's a venue you MUST have, consider booking it soon (or at least call up and see how fast they're booking). Best idea is to take some of the great books mentioned here, start getting your feet wet, use the extra time to grab some competitive spots, and then relax for a while. Unless you truly love wedding planning. Many people pull the whole thing off in less than six months. By starting early, you can definitely save money. On the other hand, you can also burn out/drive your friends, relatives and STB-husband crazy. Even presidential campaigns have a limit.

I’d chat with someone in the know to see how competitive your area is for bookings. Some places you need to start 2 years ahead; others are a lot more easygoing. If there’s a venue you MUST have, consider booking it soon (or at least call up and see how fast they’re booking).

Best idea is to take some of the great books mentioned here, start getting your feet wet, use the extra time to grab some competitive spots, and then relax for a while. Unless you truly love wedding planning. Many people pull the whole thing off in less than six months.

]]> By: jazzgirlpdx http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start/comment-page-1#comment-416 jazzgirlpdx Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:36:26 +0000 http://www.laceweddingdress.org/questions/just-got-engaged-need-to-figure-out-how-soon-i-need-to-start-planning-the-wedding-and-where-to-start#comment-416 You can start scouting out locations now. In many areas, places require a booking a year or more in advance. Usually, they will only require a deposit and not the entire amount upfront. Since you have a lot of time, start collecting books and magazines on weddings. Your single best investment in wedding literature will be a book called Bridal Bargains by Denise and Alan Fields (it can be found on Amazon or any major bookstore chain). This book is full of valuable wedding advice that will tell you how to save money on weddings without having a wedding that looks cheap. Attend bridal shows in your area to get ideas, and start poking around online. Theknot.com is an excellent place to start. They galleries featuring real weddings, wedding cakes, flowers, and plenty of other stuff. If you register they have a very helpful budgeting feature that'll help you get a better idea of how much this wedding will cost and what's important to you (as in, where you want to spend money or cut costs.) Just start putting your toe in the water now and see what's out there. You'll be surprised how quickly and easily it goes from there. You can start scouting out locations now. In many areas, places require a booking a year or more in advance. Usually, they will only require a deposit and not the entire amount upfront.

Since you have a lot of time, start collecting books and magazines on weddings. Your single best investment in wedding literature will be a book called Bridal Bargains by Denise and Alan Fields (it can be found on Amazon or any major bookstore chain). This book is full of valuable wedding advice that will tell you how to save money on weddings without having a wedding that looks cheap.

Attend bridal shows in your area to get ideas, and start poking around online. Theknot.com is an excellent place to start. They galleries featuring real weddings, wedding cakes, flowers, and plenty of other stuff. If you register they have a very helpful budgeting feature that’ll help you get a better idea of how much this wedding will cost and what’s important to you (as in, where you want to spend money or cut costs.)

Just start putting your toe in the water now and see what’s out there. You’ll be surprised how quickly and easily it goes from there.

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