As young girls, we all dream about our wedding day. We fantasize and maybe even act out “fake weddings” with our friends, creating that perfect day in our minds. I just started the planning stages, but I’ve already learned a few tricks that I have to share with you!
10 Tips for a First Time Bride
1. Remember that this is your day.
2. Take control! People are going to flood you with ideas and you need to take control. If you don’t like someone’s idea, don’t be afraid to say something! Don’t be afraid of hurting someone’s feelings, because ultimately this is all about you and what you want on your special day!
3. Look around at lots of ideas before deciding on something. Pinterest is a great tool for ideas. I’ve got a few wedding Pinterest boards if you’d like to follow!
4. Breathe. If you feel overwhelmed at any time, take a break! This is supposed to be a fun and happy moment in your life. Don’t let stress ruin it!
5. Find help! There are lots of people rooting for you and I guarantee some would love to help you with anything they can. Don’t be scared to ask!
6. Share Ideas. Write down your ideas so you don’t forget. Share them with family/friends and also listen to their ideas. {Although that doesn’t mean use their ideas if it doesn’t seem to suit you!}
7. Keep a notebook or binder. I’m telling you, this will be your savior! The more organized you are, the smoother this will all go!
8. Rest. Relax. Sleep. I know that sounds cliche, but you need to. Wedding planning can be very overwhelming, with ideas constantly flowing through your head {or is that just me?}. You need to let go of those ideas sometimes, to save your sanity. You’ve all heard of Bridezilla, right?
9. Keep a balanced diet. You need to eat right to keep yourself healthy and to focus on all of the tasks at hand. If you need to lose a few pounds, then I suggest a healthy diet instead of a crash diet.
10. Have fun! You’re planning the most special day of your life, enjoy it!