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As one of the most important days of your life, there\u2019s a lot riding on your wedding \u2013 and as a result they\u2019re often be rather stressful to plan. Whether you\u2019re a true bridezilla or half of the most laidback couple ever, there\u2019s no denying that it can be tricky to remain cool, calm and collected when suppliers let you down or you just can\u2019t agree on your colour scheme. Here are five ways to make the planning stage easier.<\/p>\n

Have a Budget and Stick to It<\/h3>\n

Everyone should have a budget when it comes to their wedding \u2013 the expenses surrounding the ceremony and reception can often be greater than anticipated, and if you let yourself go wild it\u2019s only too easy for the costs to spiral. On a more serious note, starting your marriage with a mountain of debt will not a happy marriage make! However, just because your budget is (or feels) small, it doesn\u2019t mean that your wedding can\u2019t be beautiful and amazing. Find practical ways to reduce the costs of the day<\/a>, such as enlisting a friend to make your cake – many argue that having to DIY some elements actually makes your wedding more personal to you.<\/p>\n

Ask for and Accept Help<\/h3>\n

When you\u2019ve decided what you\u2019re going to DIY and what you\u2019re going to get the professionals to do, it\u2019s time to get some help. More often than not, your friends and family will be absolutely delighted that they get to help you with your wedding. However, a word of caution \u2013 make sure that whatever you\u2019ve got your helpers doing, they are given very clear instructions. This will help prevent bridezilla taking over! Afterwards, make sure that you give them a gift or do something nice for them as a thank you.<\/p>\n

Use Trusty Professionals<\/h3>\n

Things can go wrong with professionals just as much as they can go wrong with you or I, so it\u2019s important to use professionals that you trust<\/a>. So if you meet a supplier and you don\u2019t get a good feeling about them, then simply don\u2019t book them. If they seem a bit disorganised for your liking or they don\u2019t seem to understand you or your ideas, then you shouldn\u2019t worry about offending them; simply explain that you don\u2019t feel that they are the right fit for you and your wedding.<\/p>\n

You Can\u2019t Keep Everyone Happy<\/h3>\n

One of the most stressful things about planning a wedding is everyone having an opinion and you trying to please everyone. Simply put, your wedding day is for you and your partner, and trying to please everyone else will only leave you unhappy. So choose the things that you want because you want them, and not for the sake of anyone else.<\/p>\n

Have a Break from Wedding Planning<\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t talk about it, don\u2019t think about it, simply focus on your partner. If you\u2019re beginning to resent wedding planning, it\u2019s time to stop, take stock and reconnect. Once you\u2019ve reaffirmed the reasons why you\u2019ve made the choices you<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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