
04/02/2025
Wedding season is in full swing, and if you’re knee-deep in planning, you might feel overwhelmed.
Take a deep breath. Wedding planning should be fun! This is one of the most exciting chapters of your life, and the process should feel just as joyful as the celebration itself. To help, we’ve gathered five tried-and-true wedding planning tips straight from industry professionals who have seen it all.
1. Book Your Vendors Early!
Picture this: You’ve fallen in love with the perfect venue and the dreamiest photographer… only to find out they’re already booked. Avoid heartbreak and lock in your must-have vendors as soon as possible—especially those that book up quickly like photographers, caterers, and entertainment.
2. Hire an Event Planner to Help with the Details
Even if you’re a master organizer, wedding planning has a lot of moving pieces. A planner can help you navigate contracts, timelines, and unexpected hiccups—so you get to focus on the fun parts, like cake tastings and dress fittings!
3. Schedule Tastings to Experience Your Event Before It Happens
Ever been to a wedding where the food and drinks were meh? That won’t be you! Whether it's a catered dinner or a custom cocktail menu (yes, you can have a signature drink!), tastings allow you to fine-tune the experience your guests will have. Plus, it’s one of the most fun planning tasks!
4. Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help & Delegate
You’re not in this alone! Your wedding party, family, and even vendors are here to support you. Let them help, whether it’s assembling invitations, picking up decor, or wrangling the flower girl before she makes a run for it.
5. Hire All-Inclusive Vendors When Possible
Less vendor back-and-forth = less stress. All-inclusive vendors, like bar catering teams that handle everything from setup to service, can streamline your planning process and cut down on the number of contracts and logistics you need to manage.
Wedding pros, what’s your top planning tip? Drop it in the comments to help the newlyweds-to-be! 💕