My Fairytale Wedding

Table of Contents: INTRO: * Who I am * Background in the industry * What I want to achieve (1) SETTING THE BUDGET: (In the Beginning... There was a Budget) * Becoming a B.O.B (Bride-On-a-Budget) * It's all in the numbers- (How to come up with your budget) * Prioritizing Together- (thoroughly figuring out what features of the wedding are most important to both) * No guessing the guest list- (Creating the guest list -who and how many) * Disagreements and their demise- ( how to communicate through this step with your fiance and throughout wedding planning) * Setting the course - (how to keep within budget throughout the decisions) ****** Include actual budget examples and fill-in spreadsheet (2) DATE/ VENUE / ACCOMMODATIONS: (Mark the Calendar) * Timing is everything -(how different days and seasons can differ in price, time of day, location, etc) * Location, location, location - (choosing a venue) * Don't be surprised (Questions to ask your venue) * Overnight stays (hotel costs, discounts, room blocks, and info for guests) **** include scenarios on different venues, locations, etc (3) INVITES/ STATIONARY: (Paper Planes) * It's a date! (Save the Dates) (What to put on them with DIY/ budget friendly ideas) * You're Invited! (Invitation etiquette and templates) * Take a seat (table numbers, name cards, escort cards) * What's for dinner? (Menus) * Why, Thank You! (Importance of thank you cards and time frame to send out) * Go Viral - (Personalized wedding websites for easy reference for guests)-budget friendly (4) DRESS / ATTIRE: (Dress Dreams and Reality) * Lady in White (finding and affording your dream dress) * What not to do! And other cautionary advice (tips to staying in budget) * Maids, mothers and many opinions (how to make everyone happy without compromising your wedding day/ideas) * Bachelors and grooms (dressing the men) * If the shoe fits... (make sure you can pay for it) (tips on accessories and finishing touches) (Something borrowed, something blue, etc) (5) FLOWERS: (Stop and Smell the Roses) * Handful of hues- (choosing the right bouquets)(Size, colors, flowers) * Center it up- (reception decor centerpieces) * Buds and Bros: Don't forget about the men! (boutonnieres) * Family Matters (MOB, MOG, flower girls, ring bearer) ***flower charts, inspiration and shortcuts (6) FOOD: ( Let them Eat Cake) or (Feeding Frenzy) * This or That? (Choosing between buffet, plated dinner, or family style) show comparisons and avg costs * To pass or not to pass - that is the question? (passing hor' d'oeuvres prior to reception- is it worth it?) * Booze it or lose it? (bar, paid bar, open bar, options) * Cake treats and other eats (cake comparisons and other options) (7) DESIGN: (Decor, Design, and DIY) * Get Inspired! (Where to find Inspiration and start getting ideas) * Themes, styles and merry go-rounds. (defining your style of wedding and sticking to it) (definitions or photos of different themes) * I Do(n't) decor - (What you (don't) need for Ceremony decor) * Dance party round up - Reception decor ideas, necessities, waste and rentals * DIY ideas- SO Many affordable ideas... lot's of photos or how to's. (8) PHOTO/ VIDEO: (Picture Perfect) * What you see is what you get... literally. (choosing the right photographer and videographer) * Test the waters (try them out or at least research and view their work) * Best bang for your buck (source and compare prices vs quality) * Keepsakes and memories (don't be blindsided by the added costs for albums, printed photos, other package deals) (9) M.I.S.C: * 'M'- Music * 'I'- Everything you need as a bride (hair, makeup, etc) * 'S'- Schedule (transportation, timeframe, etc.) * 'C' - Coordination (day of coordinator) (10) HONEYMOON / HAPPILY EVER AFTER: (Piecing together Paradise) * Let's be honest (is a honeymoon in your budget right now, (ideal vs reality)) * Long walks on the beach (choosing a destination- affordable ideas) * Calendar commitment and wallet woes (avg costs -comparing locations, work schedule, post-poning can be worth it) * What now? (What to expect after wedding/honeymoon and how to make some $ from your wedding decor and dress)