The week of your wedding can get stressful, so here are some easy tips and tricks to help you stay on top of things and keep the week as easy going as possible!
A great way to make your wedding go nice and smooth is to actually map out the day. Create a timeline for all of your events and activities (i.e. Hair 11:00, Make-up 12:30, Dress 2:00, Bridal party photos 2:30, etc.) That way when your big day comes, you have an itinerary to refer to and give to your bridal party to keep everything moving smoothly!
As the bride, you shouldn’t be the one doing all the work. Delegate, delegate, delegate! Give your family, friends, and bridal party tasks and duties for your wedding day. Put someone in charge of keeping track of decorations, ask someone to set food aside for you and your husband-to-be, and be sure someone is in charge of encouraging guests to match the vibe of your wedding.
Communication is absolutely key when it comes to your wedding day. Reach out to all of your vendors and over communicate all of the details. Ask every question you can think of, and be sure everyone is on the same page. This will prevent as many mix-ups and timeline errors as possible.
While you’re reaching out to your vendors, make some phone calls to schedule your preferred beauty treatments! Pamper yourself! Let yourself relax a little, get that massage! Make sure you’re staying hydrated, eating clean, and getting lots of rest as well.
It’s also a good idea to take another look at the weather. The weather can be fickle, and the forecasts can change day by day, so keep yourself up to date to know what to expect, and what to bring! Packing a light jacket and an umbrella just in case is never a bad idea.
Keep in mind that no matter how much you plan, you can’t anticipate everything. It’s important to have a plan and a backup plan to keep things easy for yourself and everyone else, but it’ll make your wedding day so much easier if you allow yourself to let go, go with the flow, and remember that the most important part of your wedding day is your union to the love of your life. Let yourself smile, laugh, and relax. This is the first page in the next chapter of the rest of your life, embrace it!