{"id":82,"date":"2016-03-22T18:03:32","date_gmt":"2016-03-22T18:03:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devvalencia.com\/blog\/?p=82"},"modified":"2016-03-23T17:59:15","modified_gmt":"2016-03-23T17:59:15","slug":"tips-for-planning-a-perfect-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/devvalencia.com\/blog\/tips-for-planning-a-perfect-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Planning a Perfect Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"

Everyone wants a wedding to remember, right? But there\u2019s so much to consider \u2013 often more than we realize in advance. Where will the event take place? Who will you invite? Are there special dietary needs to consider? Where will you buy the wedding rings and bridal jewelry? \u201cOverwhelming\u201d is an understatement.<\/p>\n

These tips for planning a perfect wedding will get you on your way to the event of your dreams:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Inject Your Personal Style<\/strong>
\nFind ways to put your personal spin on the traditional aspects and activities involved in a wedding \u2013 perhaps you can find a caterer who will prepare traditional family recipes for the reception, for example. Find a venue that means something special to you and your future spouse, prepare a display of old family photos for guests to admire during the reception, even create custom wedding rings or bridal jewelry. All of these touches will make the day feel even more special to both you and your guests.<\/p>\n

Be True to You<\/strong>
\nFor some reason, whenever a wedding is announced it seems that even distant relatives suddenly have an opinion about even the minutest details. Stand strong with your choices and respectfully remind interjectors that this is your wedding and your decision.<\/p>\n

Separate \u201cNeeds\u201d and \u201cWants\u201d<\/strong>
\nIt\u2019s difficult to differentiate between what you need and what you want for your wedding, especially with so many options! Sit down and make a list of what you absolutely need for the perfect wedding. This might include a quality photographer, a good caterer, transportation, wedding rings, and a beautiful venue. \u201cWants\u201d, on the other hand, might include ornate centerpieces, fancy favors or a lavish cake. Once your needs are met, and if your budget allows, then it\u2019s time to turn to your list of wants.<\/p>\n

Be Flexible<\/strong>
\nWe all have the vision of a perfect wedding in our heads while we\u2019re planning, don\u2019t we? But the odds are that something might not look exactly the way we\u2019d imagined, or that our vendor won\u2019t come through precisely as they\u2019d promised. The best way to handle this is to maintain a level of flexibility \u2013 being too rigid will only raise stress levels and turn the event sour.<\/p>\n

These tips for planning a perfect wedding will only take you so far \u2013 but in the end, what makes a wedding really perfect is placing a wedding ring on the finger of the person who\u2019s right for you. Focusing on this, and the love that got you to your big day, is what makes a wedding truly special.<\/p>\n

Check Dev Valencia’s Bridal Collection<\/a> to find the perfect wedding ring \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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