{"id":26,"date":"2008-09-01T19:38:30","date_gmt":"2008-09-02T00:38:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=26"},"modified":"2017-03-09T21:03:41","modified_gmt":"2017-03-10T02:03:41","slug":"five-steps-to-a-stress-free-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-planning\/five-steps-to-a-stress-free-wedding","title":{"rendered":"Five Steps to a Stress Free Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_9215\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9215\" style=\"width: 736px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9215\" alt=\"stress free wedding\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc.jpg\" width=\"736\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc-672x447.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9215\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9215\" alt=\"stress free wedding\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc.jpg\" width=\"736\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/fc3a9add348014456644b470c3192acc-672x447.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/24418022953216835\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>The Wedding Survival Guide<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your wedding is one of the biggest events in your lifetime in which you are the center of attention. It should be an absolutely joyous and heavenly event, but it can turn into a stressful mess if you don\u2019t follow the five steps below that will help you to properly prepare.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1.\u00a0Do your homework.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u00a0don&#8217;t hire a wedding planner, then invest in a good wedding planning book or pick up a free wedding guide from your local bridal store or wedding expo. Instead of worrying whether or not you\u2019re covering all of the bases or forgetting an important detail, have all of the necessary information in front of you. Define your budget and parameters, and don\u2019t waver; you\u2019ll avoid disagreements if you lay out your plan first.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9216\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9216\" style=\"width: 490px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-9216 \" alt=\"wedding planning guide\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779.jpg\" width=\"490\" height=\"691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779-567x800.jpg 567w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779-500x706.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 490px) 100vw, 490px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9216\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9216 \" alt=\"wedding planning guide\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779.jpg\" width=\"490\" height=\"691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779-567x800.jpg 567w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/4c965805797efb3d6474e46bc03fd779-500x706.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 490px) 100vw, 490px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/232428030742155004\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>2.\u00a0Create a wedding bible.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Buy a sturdy three-ring binder, dividers, and a zipper pouch. This will be your wedding bible for the duration of your planning. Label your dividers according to all of the topics on your booking\/to-do list. File all fliers, notes, and bids in this binder. Keep all business cards, a pocket calculator, a pocket measuring tape, fabric swatches, and writing utensils in the zipper pouch. The pouch can also store receipts for safekeeping until you return home.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9217\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9217\" style=\"width: 515px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-9217 \" alt=\"wedding binder organization\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406.jpg\" width=\"515\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-500x666.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-672x896.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 515px) 100vw, 515px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9217\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9217 \" alt=\"wedding binder organization\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406.jpg\" width=\"515\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-500x666.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/3ba9debcf2daaf18084b0f0034133406-672x896.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 515px) 100vw, 515px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/197314027394901686\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>3.\u00a0Set goals!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Procrastinators turn into frazzled brides. Set goals for when you want to accomplish each item on your to-do list. Finish your to-do list one week before your wedding. You\u2019ll enjoy yourself a lot more and have time for visiting out-of-town family and friends.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Prepare your wedding day lists!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you arrive prepared on the big day, events will run much more smoothly. Hand out duty lists to your maid of honor and best man. You should <em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">not<\/span><\/em> have to worry about who will take the flowers from the church to the hall or who will take the gifts home. Delegate! Bit do ask nicely. Another important lifesaver on your wedding day is an emergency kit. Defy Murphy\u2019s Law. List everything that could go wrong and the solutions to those situations. What if your hairdo starts to droop? Have hairpins ready! What if you had onions for lunch? Have breath mints on hand! Keep your emergency solutions nearby in a matching purse or have your maid of honor tote your supplies around for you. If you\u2019re ready for anything, you won\u2019t ruin your day worrying about what could go wrong.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9219\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9219\" style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9219\" alt=\"wedding day list\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f.jpg\" width=\"550\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f-500x333.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9219\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9219\" alt=\"wedding day list\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f.jpg\" width=\"550\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2008\/09\/51261c9ee8e87b815aaa182923226d7f-500x333.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/13440498862238222\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>5. Plan for imperfection!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Be as prepared as possible, but also accept the fact that grand events are rarely perfect. If something does go wrong, it\u2019s o.k. Repeat that sanity-saving phrase: If something goes wrong, IT IS O.K. <em>The only thing that matters is that you and your betrothed are joined in matrimony.<\/em> If you take stock in this mantra, you will have peace of mind. If the organist plays the wrong song, who cares?! If clowns show up instead of the string quartet, don\u2019t fret! You\u2019ll be laughing about it on your honeymoon. Life is too short to waste precious moments worrying. 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It should be an absolutely joyous and heavenly event, but it can turn into a stressful mess if you don\u2019t follow the five steps below that will help you to properly prepare. 1.\u00a0Do your homework. 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