Your wedding day couldn’t be more important and from guest to family, everyone hopes that this special day will go off without a hitch. A typical wedding has many elements, so it can be difficult to choose the right wedding ideas and select the right professionals to provide the key services of the day.

Here we take a look at the pitfalls that many people make when they are planning a wedding and we show you how to avoid the top 5 wedding mistakes.

1. Venue selection

Wedding venues aren’t as easy as you may think to choose. You need to select a wedding venue that fits your guest list just right. If the venue is too big then it may be impossible to create an atmosphere, yet if it is too small then your wedding event may be hot, uncomfortable or too loud.

The key is to know your projected guest list numbers and if a wedding venue is just a little too small, then you can consider not offering unnecessary blind ‘plus ones’ to single guests who know others on the guest list. This will also help you to preserve your budget and use it more wisely elsewhere.

 

The wedding couple should also consider whether the venue will fit the imagined aesthetic. If the venue has gold chandeliers and you want an all silver colour scheme, with silver tabletop accessories and decor pieces, then the venue or colour scheme may need to change. Couples may also find it beneficial to take a flower sample with them when viewing wedding venues.

2. Not investing in a wedding planner

If there is to be a strong cultural theme, such as in Asian wedding venues, then it may be wise to employ an Asian wedding planner, who knows the ins and outs of creating such a bespoke event.

Wedding themes can be hard to create and if your wedding falls into the luxurious, then a wedding planner will be money well spent and such an expert will be able to pull off perfect wedding themes and have differing wedding packages, depending on how luxurious you would like to go.

3. Choosing the wrong cinematographer

Many people make huge mistakes when it comes to wedding cinematography and photography. Choosing the wrong wedding cinematographer or photographer or could be a big wedding mistake. After all, you only have one take when it comes to preserving your wedding memories on film.

When choosing a photographer, remember to look past the photographer’s Instagram page or website. These are a marketing tool and each image or video will have been carefully selected.

Instead, ask to see a complete wedding gallery for one or two weddings, which will show more honest expectation of the likely results.

4. Catering

Wedding food can be as themed or cultural as your wedding so don’t be afraid of approaching a restaurant that specialises in your desired cuisine. If you are searching Indian wedding caterers then either approach a top restaurant yourself or ask your wedding planner to make initial contact on your behalf.

5. Outdoor weddings

Outdoor weddings have a unique flavour that many may find desiring. However, the British weather is notoriously unpredictable, even through the summer months. Have a plan B in mind, such as a tented marquee or nearby indoor space that can be reserved as a backup.