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! 

Vendor Negotiation Tips All Brides Should Know

Wedding planning is an incredibly complex activity – and good negotiation skills are absolutely crucial when you want to get the most for your money. How do you actually negotiate with all of your vendor specialists, though? What are the essentials to keep in mind?

We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

•        A smile can go a long way. OK, you might be irritated by the fact that your vendors cannot drop the price. And you might feel the negotiation is going downhill. Even so, that’s no reason to be rude. Be polite and genuinely interested to have a proper conversation with your prospective wedding experts.
•        Knowledge makes the difference. Knowing what some vendors can offer, what you need, and what is the market price for a service – now, that’s real power. If you add this to not showing your vendors you really want them (and not anyone else) to handle your wedding, you are guaranteed to gain the upper hand in the negotiation process.
•        Keep in mind, not all vendors will be able to actually drop the prices – but, when asked nicely, they might be able to throw in precious extras both you and your guests will definitely appreciate. Don’t be afraid to ask!
•       Last, but definitely not least, keep your optimism. Discuss with your vendors and be open to their suggestions. These people want to actually help you have a dream wedding, so they really deserve all of your attention and politeness!

Looking for a wedding planner who can help with vendor search and negotiation? Contact B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning – you will never regret having hired us to help you plan the most fabulous, the most unique, and the most memorable day of your life!