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If you have decided to get married and already have the engagement rings on your fingers, then you have a long way to go, from choosing the most suitable date and defining the wedding decorations, to preparing the souvenirs and even selecting the love phrases that you will include in your wedding vows.

It's a long and demanding process, but, above all, it's fun. If you don't know where to start, here we propose a 7-phase checklist that will make the task easier. And remember that good planning is essential to avoid getting overwhelmed, so we recommend you to enter our Task Agenda so that nothing is left to chance.

1. Choose approximate date and style

The date is essential to be able to hire all the services you need and to be able to make sure you find availability in the place where you want to get married, especially if it is in the high season. That is why as soon as possible should establish an approximate date for the marriage, in addition to defining what type of ceremony you plan to celebrate; massive or intimate, day or night, in the city or in the countryside, etcetera.

2. How much are we going to spend?

Budgeting is essential for getting organized and avoiding last minute surprises. So, it is important to will be clear about how much money they have at their disposal for each item and, even if they spend a little more or a little less, the budget will not slip through their fingers. On the other hand, if the parents will collaborate in any way, for example, by assuming the costs of the gold rings, it is time to let them know. And be careful, that the budget will influence everything Don't forget to check our budget planner to keep track of all your expenses.

3. Define who does what

Dividing up tasks is the best way to start getting organized, making it clear who will do what The bride, for example, in addition to taking care of her bridal look, can take care of details of the decoration, such as choosing the flowers, the cotillion and the centerpieces, as well as having the wedding ribbons made and buying the souvenirs. The groom, on the other hand, can take care of hiring the photographer, renting the vehicle that will transport them and defining everything that has to do with the wedding.music and the lighting of the event. However, it also there are tasks you can take on together Our table planner will help you choose the menu for the reception, lay out the tables, and review honeymoon destinations, among other things. The goal is to make them work both individually and together.

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4. Civil and Church formalities

If you decide to get married only in a civil ceremony, you will most likely want to have the ceremony at an event center or at your own home. If so, you must get advice on legal issues They will also have to choose their witnesses, with whom they must carry out a preliminary procedure, called Manifestation, in the offices of the Civil Registry, a few days before the ceremony.

On the other hand, if they also intend to enter into a religious marriage, there are some associated protocols The couple must present a copy of their baptismal certificate, participate in pre-marital talks - which usually consist of four sessions - and designate their witnesses.

On the other hand, must reserve the church in advance where they wish to get married, considering that some of them are in high demand and require up to 12 months of prior reservation.

Finally, must resolve certain issues in the church The wedding ceremony will include information such as what flowers are allowed and what type of decorations are allowed, if there is a choir or if music must be hired, and the donation or cost involved in the ceremony.

5. The banquet, venue and photographer

Brunch, buffet, cocktail or traditional style dinner? First, they must decide what kind of banquet they want to offer and then, choose a place to hold the event, whether it is a large house, a country house, a hall, a beach or a big hotel. For that, you will have to choose should consider the guest list that you have budgeted, as the choice of location will depend on it.

And once you are clear on this item, you must book as far in advance as possible There are event centers that have all the services included, from food to music, but if you don't choose a place that includes these services, you should look for a caterer that fits your needs ahead of time.

Remember that it is at this time when you should decide on a photographer and meet with him to close certain matters.

6. Outfits and looks of the bride and groom

If you want to arrive splendid to your marriage, it is recommended that, at least eight months before the date Between the sixth and fourth month, start exercising and maintaining a healthy diet, the bride should start a wardrobe check Once the dress is defined, you can continue choosing shoes, jewellery, make-up, bouquet and hairstyle. The groom, on the other hand, should also be quoting outfits, and this is the moment when you should be looking for the perfect wedding dress. decide if they will unify their looks with a particular color; that is to say, if the bouquet will be of lilac flowers, the man's boutonniere should also be lilac.

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7. Process wedding rings and marriage certificates

Defining if they will be white gold rings or if they will opt for silver rings is not an easy task, since in the market there are many different types of rings. you will find plenty of options Even wedding rings made of other metals such as titanium or bronze. However, during this stage it is important that they decide, in addition, with regard to marriage certificates what design they want for them, what budget they have available and when will you send the invitations This can be a time-consuming task, especially if you want to reflect your style in the bridal party favors by designing them yourself under the DIY (do it yourself) concept. Remember, if you want to send them online, don't forget to check our effective guest manager, which will save you a lot of time and avoid unexpected complications.

Nobody said it would be easy, but, without a doubt, it is the most exciting process you will ever go through, and try to enjoy every step as much as possible, because in the blink of an eye you will be in front of the altar declaring your "yes". Now, if you want to personalize this moment even more, you can choose beautiful phrases of love to include in your vows, as well as in the rings of your wedding rings, and you can also include them in your vows.You don't have to stick to the status quo if you want to innovate.