Wedding Planning Trends in 2012
As 2012 goes into full swing, brides everywhere are getting deeply ingratiated into the wedding planning process. From those planning an Arizona wedding to those planning destination affairs, there are plenty of new wedding planning tips on tap for 2012, many of which take a page from the traditional and throw in just a twist of contemporary. Consider 10 wedding planning tips all for 2012:
1. Stay away from holiday weekends: This might seem like a good idea at first because it means that people are off of work and school. However, your wedding might not be a priority to everyone as it is to you, and you may run into problems with other vacation plans on these weekends. From Memorial Day, which is May 28, 2012, to Labor Day, which is September 3, 2012, try to choose a weekend where there is little else going on.
2. In fact, stay away from holidays period: It might seem romantic to get married on Valentine's Day, but you might not feel that way when you get the bill for your flowers. Florals always cost more about this holiday, just like venues are going to cost more around New Year's.
3. Budget conservatively: With the economy predicted to still be in a bit of limbo for 2012, it is best to plan conservatively for your wedding, and then if there are funds left over, divert them to your honeymoon.
4. Go exotic for your honeymoon: If you have the means, popular honeymoon destinations for 2012 include London, the Mediterranean and islands like the Turks and Caicos chain. If not, there are plenty locations closer to home, perhaps in your local area, that would be perfect for spending time together.
5. Make sure your dress is comfortable: Trends for 2012 include belted wedding dresses and tight bodices that flare out at the bottom. However, if these styles are not comfortable for your personal style or body type, forgo them for a dress in which you feel as beautiful as you look.
6. Follow tradition if you are so inspired: Sure, there are a ton of great wedding trends out there for 2012, but in the end, it's about what you want for your wedding. If you are having an Arizona wedding and want a Southwestern theme traditional to the culture of the area, do it. It's supposed to be your day and whatever makes you happy.
7. Steer towards buffet over plated: One of the big trends for 2012 is towards more buffet-style receptions versus super stiff plated varieties. This ensures that you cater to the varied tastes of your guests without spending a fortune on foods they might not enjoy.
8. Smaller venues are in: Smaller venues yield more intimate wedding affairs, so this is the way to go in 2012. However, if you are planning, say, an Arizona wedding, then you might take the entire event outdoors amidst the beautiful natural scenery.
9. Make guestbook a scrapbook: You could have a traditional guestbook, but the trend for 2012 is to make your guestbook pages from your wedding scrapbook. This allows you to include this information for later once you put it all together.
10. Consider hiring a wedding consultant: If yours is a fairly small affair and you want to make the decisions on your own, forgo the planner and hire a consultant for 2012. The consultant will back you up at some of the more critical points in the process, without being there every single step like a planner. This also helps your wedding budget.
As 2012 goes into full swing, brides everywhere are getting deeply ingratiated into the wedding planning process. From those planning an Arizona wedding to those planning destination affairs, there are plenty of new wedding planning tips on tap for 2012, many of which take a page from the traditional and throw in just a twist of contemporary. Consider 10 wedding planning tips all for 2012:
1. Stay away from holiday weekends: This might seem like a good idea at first because it means that people are off of work and school. However, your wedding might not be a priority to everyone as it is to you, and you may run into problems with other vacation plans on these weekends. From Memorial Day, which is May 28, 2012, to Labor Day, which is September 3, 2012, try to choose a weekend where there is little else going on.
2. In fact, stay away from holidays period: It might seem romantic to get married on Valentine's Day, but you might not feel that way when you get the bill for your flowers. Florals always cost more about this holiday, just like venues are going to cost more around New Year's.
3. Budget conservatively: With the economy predicted to still be in a bit of limbo for 2012, it is best to plan conservatively for your wedding, and then if there are funds left over, divert them to your honeymoon.
4. Go exotic for your honeymoon: If you have the means, popular honeymoon destinations for 2012 include London, the Mediterranean and islands like the Turks and Caicos chain. If not, there are plenty locations closer to home, perhaps in your local area, that would be perfect for spending time together.
5. Make sure your dress is comfortable: Trends for 2012 include belted wedding dresses and tight bodices that flare out at the bottom. However, if these styles are not comfortable for your personal style or body type, forgo them for a dress in which you feel as beautiful as you look.
6. Follow tradition if you are so inspired: Sure, there are a ton of great wedding trends out there for 2012, but in the end, it's about what you want for your wedding. If you are having an Arizona wedding and want a Southwestern theme traditional to the culture of the area, do it. It's supposed to be your day and whatever makes you happy.
7. Steer towards buffet over plated: One of the big trends for 2012 is towards more buffet-style receptions versus super stiff plated varieties. This ensures that you cater to the varied tastes of your guests without spending a fortune on foods they might not enjoy.
8. Smaller venues are in: Smaller venues yield more intimate wedding affairs, so this is the way to go in 2012. However, if you are planning, say, an Arizona wedding, then you might take the entire event outdoors amidst the beautiful natural scenery.
9. Make guestbook a scrapbook: You could have a traditional guestbook, but the trend for 2012 is to make your guestbook pages from your wedding scrapbook. This allows you to include this information for later once you put it all together.
10. Consider hiring a wedding consultant: If yours is a fairly small affair and you want to make the decisions on your own, forgo the planner and hire a consultant for 2012. The consultant will back you up at some of the more critical points in the process, without being there every single step like a planner. This also helps your wedding budget.
