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February 15, 2008
Say Goodbye to Planning Jitters
New York-based party planner Lindsay Landman of Lindsay Landman Events knows a thing or two about creating a dazzling wedding—and how overwhelming it all can seem. She and her talented design team have nearly 10 years of experience and hundreds of spectacular events under their belt. (The wedding pro has even lent her expertise to The Style Network’s Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?) Here, Lindsay offers the first five steps any newly engaged—and slightly anxiety-riddled—bride should take.
- Enjoy the moment! “Be sure to bask in the engagement euphoria before tackling your wedding plans right away,” suggests Lindsay. After all, this is a once-in-a-lifetime period of celebration for you and your hubby-to-be.
- Make a list. What are your wedding priorities? “Knowing what you want most will give you keys to what you should spend the most on and what you should select first in the planning process,” she says.
- Determine your budget. That way, you can avoid overspending. A budget also lets you allocate dollars to specific elements of the wedding, and then easily redistribute the money as needed down the line.
- Decide whom to invite. Creating a guest list early on will make choosing a venue that will accommodate everyone that much simpler—and it’ll keep your budget in check.
- Manage your time well. “Allow yourself enough time for each aspect of planning so you are not harried in the end,” she warns. Keep work and social schedules in mind when booking vendor appointments. And try not to do everything all at once. Then you can just focus on the joy and excitement leading up to your big day!
What aspect of planning your wedding has got you frazzled? Tell us in Comments.
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A sample of weddings coordinated/designed by Lindsay Landman Events.
Posted by Valerie at 11:07 a.m.
I have a bridesmaid that is on the heavy side and we went the other day to try on dress and none of the dresses looked right on her. What do I do about finding a dress for her?
Posted By: Leah
2008-05-18 12:13 PM
I am stressing mainly on the decorating. We decided not to use a wedding planner, and the main thing I want to have is good decorations. I really have no one to help me. When you spend so much money on the establishment, you want it to look very nice. I love flowers and candles. There can never be too much.
Posted By: Heather
2008-03-06 11:25 AM
I think it totally makes sense. I am glad the fact that brides should bask in their engagement for a spell before starting to plan is acknowledged. My sister is getting married and she should have made a budget prior. Makes sense! -Liz
Posted By: Elizabeth
2008-02-20 10:59 AM
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