Weddings are such a fun and exciting time in the life of a couple — but they can also be some of the most stressful! The last thing you want to do as you’re getting ready to marry the love of your life is be full of stress and anxiety. So, we’ve contacted Legacy Healing centre for their stress management programs and have compiled five essential tips to keep in mind as you go through the wedding planning process!

Look for the perfect dress

No one says a wedding dress has to be white anymore! If you have your eye on a gorgeous gown but it’s a soft hue of blush pink or champagne, there’s no rule that says you can’t wear it. Plus, modern weddings are taking more of the leap into fashion-forward styles — if you truly want a one-of-a-kind dress, then be willing to step outside of the box! Also, don’t buy a gown online. Though there are some success stories regarding online purchases, it’s always better to see your gown in person before buying!

Narrow down by group 

When creating a wedding guest list, it’s really easy to start adding more and more — if you invite one person, you need to invite many others from that same family or group! Before sitting down to make the guest list, think about your boundaries and keep that in mind when deciding who to invite.

Customize your menu

Don’t feel like you’re stuck with a certain type of food for a venue or season. More and more, venues are opening up catering options so you can choose dishes that accommodate dietary needs like gluten free or paleo options. This especially works well for couples who are more health-conscious or have certain restrictions they need to follow.

Hire a photographer ASAP 

Photographs are one of the most important parts of any wedding — after all, those memories will be with you for a lifetime! You don’t want to be stuck with a subpar Pittsburgh wedding photographer, so this should be one of the first vendors to book.

Stay on budget with simplicity

There are plenty of components to a wedding, so you’ll need to decide where you want to spend a bulk of the budget. One way to stay on track is to work with a local florist and choose arrangements that feature two to three floral options — the more you use, the more expensive it gets.

Ready to book your Pittsburgh wedding photographer? Contact Amber Marie Photography today!