| If the wedding chosen is to be a big affair with all | | | | and the vows that will be spoken. Some like to |
| the trimmings, the first thing to do is decide upon | | | | stick to the traditional wedding vows, while others |
| a location. Many people rent a hall or have an | | | | will spend time writing their own vows, or will |
| outside wedding if the occasion is to be held in a | | | | have a combination of traditional with some of |
| season that the weather permits this option. | | | | their own thoughts and feelings added. This choice |
| Some couples prefer to have a church wedding. | | | | is purely a matter of personal preferences and |
| No matter the location of the big day, there are | | | | should be decided on together. |
| plans to be made. After choosing the location, the | | | | The bride has to choose her bridesmaids and they |
| availability has to be confirmed for the date and | | | | have to shop for dresses and shoes. They will |
| time chosen. If it is to be a church wedding, the | | | | decide on hairstyles and who is going to do them. |
| couple most likely will have their priest or | | | | Likewise the groom and his best man have to |
| clergyman perform the ceremony. | | | | decide on their clothes and whether they will buy |
| The next step is the guest list. There are | | | | them or rent them. There are several shops that |
| numerous family members to be invited. Some | | | | specialize in renting attire for weddings. |
| may have to travel to be in attendance. This list | | | | The chosen wedding site will have to be |
| has to be carefully thought out, making sure no | | | | decorated with flowers and ribbons and whatever |
| one is missed so as to prevent feelings being hurt. | | | | else is desired. If it is going to be an outdoor |
| Once the guest list is complete, the invitations are | | | | wedding creating pathways with flowers and |
| chosen and sent. The bride has to choose a | | | | ribbon is an option and it really looks beautiful. The |
| dress, which can be quite an experience. Bridal | | | | flowers can be all one color or you can use a |
| shops have many different styles of dresses to | | | | variety of colors whichever is suited to the |
| consider and of course they have to be tried on | | | | theme that was chosen. Don't forget the bride's |
| to get the right one. When the right one is found | | | | bouquet and groom's boutonniere. |
| there are numerous fittings to get the dress | | | | The reception is another planning project from |
| ready and looking perfect. Some brides choose to | | | | what will be served to what entertainment to |
| wear a gown that has been handed down in the | | | | have. Once again that is the preference of the |
| family. If this is the choice, there still will be fittings | | | | bride and groom. Unless the happy couple just |
| to alter the gown to make sure of a perfect fit. | | | | decides to elope and miss all the fanfare, planning |
| The couple has to choose their wedding bands | | | | a wedding takes time, money, and patience. |