Engaged? Start Saving for These Wedding Elements

Your wedding deserves the very best – right? And while we totally encourage our brides to dream big and create the kind of wedding that makes them feel truly special, we also encourage them to take their budgets into account.

What are some of the less-emphasized, yet still very important elements to start planning as soon as possible? We have gathered them right below – so read on if you want to find out more.

• The honeymoon. OK, there might be at least one year before you go on your honeymoon – but, as you may very well know it, booking travel arrangements sooner is always best. First of all, you will be 100% certain everything is fully done by the time you make your grand wedding exit. Secondly, you can save a lot of money this way – so start putting it aside and book the perfect honeymoon.
• Gifts. You want to show your bridesmaids and, of course, your significant other, that you care about them. Put some money aside for the gifts as well – even if you don’t find something perfectly suitable right now, it will be great to know you have already set aside a budget for this.
• Marriage license. This may be just a piece of paper – but it’s the paper that attests your marriage is legal. After all, this is at the very core of your wedding day – so be sure to plan ahead and save money for the associated costs as well. They may not be large, but you shouldn’t overlook them.

Searching for the best wedding planner for your Big Day? Contact B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning right now – we’re here to help you have the most fantastic wedding your guests have ever seen. Our passion, our eye for detail and our expertise are all at your disposal! 

Your Out of Town Guests Will Be So Happy If You Do These Things!

Inviting out of town guests is a great thing to do if you want these people to be by your side on your Big Day. However, it comes with a certain kind of responsibility – especially if you know these people haven’t visited your wedding location before.

How to make your out of town guests feel really happy with your wedding day? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

•      Arrange their transportation. A shuttle bus to take your guests to and from the airport, as well as to and from the wedding ceremony and reception – now, that’s something your guests will definitely appreciate! Moreover, you will also make sure they aren’t late for the wedding – so it’s a win-win situation, really.
•      Offer them accommodation options. You are not obliged to pay for your out of town guests’ accommodation. However, you should do everything in your power to make this trip feel as smooth as possible for them. Offer them a list of accommodation options, so that they can choose whatever suits their style and budget.
•      Welcome them with a pretty gift. A welcome bag or box can really put a smile on your guests’ faces! You don’t even have to go overboard with this: a basket filled with delicious local goodies (such as a special type of honey you can only find in that area) will definitely satisfy your out of town friends and relatives!

Have you found your wedding planner in Georgia? Come see what B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning can do for you and contact us as soon as possible! Let’s talk about your Big Day and the way we will make it happen in a smooth, stress-free way! 

Luxury Wedding Ideas You’ll Love

Most people believe that luxury weddings cost a lot. Of course, they definitely do come at a hefty price when thinking of the traditional sense of the word “luxury - but the truth is that you can still have a stunning wedding that looks utterly opulent and elegant without spending a lot on it.

What are some budget-friendly luxury wedding ideas both you and your guests will love? Here are some wonderful suggestions:

•        Pop open one of those really big bottles of champagne. They are much less expensive than it may seem, and even if they fall in the higher price range, they are worth every penny. There’s something really luxurious, elegant, and festive about those bottles that makes them the perfect addition to a delicious wedding cake.
•       Not sure about the big bottle of champagne? How about some smaller ones – or, to be more precise, mini-bottles of champagne as wedding favors? You can personalize their label with your wedding date or a cute message and they can be kept by the guests as a souvenir of your Big Day too. Plus, let’s face it: they are absolutely adorable too!
•        If you want your ceremony to feel as if it was torn out of a real-life fairytale, invest in a truly over-the-top backdrop for the altar. Even a very simple space (such as a classic backyard) will be instantly styled-up if you create a gorgeous backdrop made out of blooms, greenery, or even unique items (such as old photos or vinyl discs).

We bet you want to enjoy your engagement and the months leading up to the Big Day – and we have some great news for you: we can actually help you plan the perfect wedding without the slightest trace of stress in your life! Contact B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning today and let’s talk about your dream wedding!

How to plan a long distance wedding

Long distance wedding planning can be even more difficult than planning a wedding at home (or at least in close vicinity to it). However, it can definitely be done – especially if you keep in mind the following tips:

• There’s a list of things to do “here” and a list of things to do “there”. Write down your tasks and see which of them can be done at home, and which of them will require for you to travel to your wedding location. For instance, you can buy your wedding dress and the bridesmaids’ gifts at home, but you should definitely meet face to face with your florist, pastry chef, and photographer.
• The simpler and more minimalist your wedding is, the easier it will be for you to handle all the small details involved in planning the big day – regardless of where you may be located and where your wedding will take place.
•  You will have to make quick decisions – but that doesn’t mean you have to make them rash too. Think things through, decide on the spot when needed, but make sure you only make choices that are 100% compatible with the rest of the wedding.
• Sometimes you will have to let go. There will be times when things will simply not go as you planned them to – but it is essential to let go of these moments, move with what you have, and genuinely enjoy this utterly unique and amazing day in your life.

Looking for an exquisite wedding and event planner to help you with all of the minute details of planning your Big Day? Contact B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning and hire us. We promise your wedding will look and feel absolutely stunning – just as you have always dreamed it to be!

Wedding planning mistakes to avoid

As wedding planners, we know how difficult putting together a wedding can be – but we also know there are a ton of mistakes that can be simply avoided to begin with. What are some of the worst wedding mistakes brides make – and why not make them as well? We have some tips for you – continue reading to find out more.

• Don’t buy your dress online. Of course it’s tempting to believe there’s a gorgeous wedding gown to be shipped from China at the modest price of $50 – but chances are it’s going to be nothing like the photos you were presented with. Even if you do buy from a reputable site, you might want to measure yourself first and ensure you have a seamstress to help you adjust the dress to your particular body.
• Don’t skimp on the makeup artist. We know you are amazing at doing your makeup – but the truth is that you will be really nervous on the morning of your wedding day. Avoid making makeup mistakes by hiring someone to do it for you.
• Don’t buy the accessories before the dress. You can only know for sure what dress you will wear once you actually purchase it – and buying the accessories before it may prove to be a waste of time and money.
• Don’t go all DIY. It’s not cheap, it’s really time-consuming, and it can become a huge source of stress. It is a great idea to sprinkle your wedding with one or two objects or elements created by you – but doing everything yourself will only turn you into an anxious mess.

Looking for an experienced wedding planner to take over the most stringent and urgent wedding planning tasks? Contact  B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning right now and let’s talk about your dream wedding. Our experience, passion, and love for weddings will make it happen!

Don’t have any regrets about your wedding

There’s nothing bitterer than regretting anything at your wedding. Given that this is an unrepeatable event in your life, regrets are not invited on the guest list – but how do you make sure they really stay away from all the happiness associated with the Big Day?

• We have gathered some of the things many couples regret not doing for their weddings – so read on and inspire yourself from their experiences.
•  Not investing in a high-quality photographer and a talented DJ. These people are the brick and mortar of any successful wedding. The first will capture the beauty and emotion of the Big Day, while the second will make sure you and all of your guests are having the time of your lives. Yes, it is very important to invest in amazing services here!
• Not taking a few minutes off to spend with your SO. This is your wedding day and getting away for a couple of minutes is more than alright. Spend a bit of time together to share all the wonderful emotions you’re experiencing now – you will remember these moments with more candor than anything else.
• Not attending the beauty trials. No matter how experienced and famous a wedding hairstylist or makeup artist may be, they cannot simply figure it out on the spot. So, if you want your bridal look to be really amazing, do make sure to attend your beauty trials. This is where you will establish if your style is well-suited for you, and make all necessary adjustments to make sure you feel fantastic on your Big Day.

Looking for a wedding planner with lots of experience and a keen eye for details? Come visit B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning – we’ll plan your dream wedding in the most stress-free, beautiful way there is.

The Hard Truths of Wedding Planning

Hiring the best planner and vendors is crucial for the success of the Big Day. And while they will all be more than eager to make you happy, it is also important that you know what your expectations should be.

• What are the wedding planning things nobody actually tells you? We have gathered some of the hard truths of wedding planning – so read on and find out more.
• You cannot make emergency calls to your planner and vendors all day long. In truth, there are very few issues that actually require an “emergency call”. Of course, your wedding planner will share your sadness if one of the bridesmaids can’t make it to the wedding, and they’ll be there to jot down small changes you make along the way. However, most of these things can be communicated via email – so calling your vendors or planner for them may not be an efficient idea.
• Wedding planners and wedding vendors like holidays too. So finding good ones during the busiest times of the year might get more difficult than you think – and those who will be available are entitled to charge more. After all, you don’t want to be in the office on the 25^th of December either – don’t you?
• You cannot complain to your wedding planner for every fight you have with your fiancé, or for every quarrel you have with the Mother in Law. Your wedding planner is there to counsel you and offer you advice, but she cannot be your best friend and professional service provider all at once.

Searching for a professional wedding planner able to provide you with exquisite services for your Big Day? BA Bride Wedding and Event Planners has the experience and devotement you need to make your wedding unforgettable. Contact us and learn more about the ways we can help you!

Tips to staying sane during the wedding planning

We all know just how hectic and downright stressful wedding planning can be. Yet, you should always remind yourself that you are doing this for a day of joy and happiness – and you should be able to enjoy it, instead of being too tired or anxious over everything that happened during the wedding planning process.

• How to stay sane during the wedding planning? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.
• First and foremost, don’t feel pressured to plan the wedding in a certain amount of time. Take as much time as you need it – some of you may be perfectly fine with a 1-year engagement, while others may need longer.
• Do whatever makes you feel good. A large part of the pressure experienced by brides and grooms is due to an archaic set of rules everyone feels they must follow. Sure, many wedding etiquette tips make perfect sense even in today’s world – but there are still a lot of things you can simply do your own way.
• Relax. You need this – you need to take some time off every now and again and ensure you are getting the relaxation you need. Date nights, pampering at the spa, or simply spending an evening with Netflix and your loved one – they can all help you control the stress and feel better about the entire wedding planning process.
• Don’t do it all alone. You are just one human being, and there are many around you who will be more than happy to lend you a helpful hand. Delegate some of the tasks to your Maid of Honor, fiancé, mother, bridesmaids, and anyone else who wants to help.

Looking for a wedding planner who has the experience and the dedication you need for your dream wedding? Contact B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning right now – we guarantee you will never regret your choice!