If your looking to create a stress free wedding morning a little bit of planning can make a huge difference. Wedding preparations work best with a schedule in place. If you’re working with a professional makeup artist or hair stylist. I am sure they will have this covered for you. Their advice is invaluable . Bear in mind they have been working on weddings for a good length of time. They have seen all the pit falls that can happen along the way. Use their experience of time planning to help ensure your bridal party are already on time.
Ask your bridesmaids to be completely ready before you start to get into your wedding outfit. Not only does this make for a good photo opportunity with everyone dressed. Your bridesmaids will be on hand to help you. This will help to calm your nerves. Then you’ll all be ready to leave without any last minute rushing.
Delegate tasks instead of trying to handle everything yourself on the wedding morning. Give a list of useful numbers to someone else and even your phone. You won’t be tempted to get involved with people getting lost or forgetting something etc. They can handle the last minute calls for postcodes and directions.
Aim to be ready at least an hour before you your wedding ceremony time. If getting ready at the venue. Add extra time if travelling to your venue. The last hour goes very quickly, in my experience of working with lots of brides on their wedding mornings. It will allow you to get into your wedding outfit and take time to add those finishing touches. Photographers usually like to take some pictures. If this is your preference, being completely ready for these will ensure you have time to enjoy the full bridal experience.
Find a way to store all your accessories and essentials in one place. Making these easily available. Your photographer, who will no doubt want to capture photos of those for you. Remove any labels from shoes, clothing and accessories and steam any garments the day before the wedding. Especially important if you’ve had your nails done, this will avoid any last minute mis-haps.
Read any cards, messages and open gifts early in the preparation stages. A good way to try to avoid tears after having your makeup applied.
Create a wedding playlist with all your favourite tunes to build the wedding vibe! Use a device that does not get interrupted by a phone. See if the venue has an alternative for you to use.
