Wedding Do's

What are some common "DO's" to remember when you're planning your wedding?

• Ensure that you have everything in writing. If you don't have a contract or agreement, which clearly details time, date, costs and arrangements, you could have a disappointing or costly experience.
• Make sure what each of your fees include, eg: Venue hire includes dance floor, stage, red carpet and furniture.
• Be flexible in your numbers. Plan with your venue, stylist, florist, caterer and other suppliers for a 30% increase in numbers.
• Check that you have exclusive use of the venue or space you want to use.
• Choose a venue with sufficient lighting.
• Choose a venue that will cater to smokers
• Always choose a venue that will allow you to use your own suppliers.
• Make sure the venue offers you a menu tasting and that what you get at the menu tasting is what you get on the day.
• Choose a venue that has a high reputation on service and a high turnaround of weddings.
• Choose a venue that charges a day rate not an hourly rate.
• Make sure you keep a scrapbook of all your plans, receipts and orders, and a diary of bookings.