{"id":48994,"date":"2024-10-04T10:16:38","date_gmt":"2024-10-04T15:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/?p=48994"},"modified":"2024-10-23T13:31:58","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T18:31:58","slug":"wedding-planning-101-your-first-10-steps-to-happily-ever-after","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wedding-planning-101-your-first-10-steps-to-happily-ever-after\/","title":{"rendered":"Wedding Planning 101: Your First 10 Steps to Happily Ever After"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_49178\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49178\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49178 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cc_gal11of78.jpg\" alt=\"Couple holds hands while posing for engagement photos while dressed nicely. \" width=\"900\" height=\"988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cc_gal11of78.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cc_gal11of78-273x300.jpg 273w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cc_gal11of78-768x843.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49178\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Stephania Campos | CVB: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitgalveston.com\/weddings\/venues\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Galveston<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><em>From the Archives<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>By:&nbsp;Denise Schipani<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Have you bought a wedding-planning book (or four, or five) yet? Even if you haven\u2019t been trolling the bridal aisle at the bookstore, scouring the web, or tearing through magazines, no doubt you\u2019re itching for wedding-planning info, pronto! To get you started, we\u2019ve put together a crash course. It\u2019s Wedding Planning 101, so start studying up! (But don\u2019t worry\u2013there\u2019s no quiz at the end. Just a wonderful wedding!)<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your \u201cI Just Got Engaged\u201d Hit List<\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49169\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49169\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49169 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cc_gal54of78-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bride poses with a glass of champagne with her fiance as they celebrate their engagement. \" width=\"900\" height=\"1133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cc_gal54of78-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cc_gal54of78-1-238x300.jpg 238w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cc_gal54of78-1-768x967.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/cc_gal54of78-1-813x1024.jpg 813w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49169\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Stephania Campos | CVB: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitgalveston.com\/weddings\/venues\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Galveston<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As a newly engaged bride, you\u2019re probably feeling a little overwhelmed by the prospect of planning your wedding. Though there\u2019s an awful lot to do down the line, in this immediate-post-engagement moment, you should be basking in the congratulations and admiring the sparkle of your ring. Just take care of these few small items, and save the rest for later when you really feel like getting started (which could be tomorrow!)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Make the announcement.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Some couples don&#8217;t feel \u201cright\u201d if anyone knows their big news before parents and other close family. Once you\u2019ve said \u201cYes,\u201d make a beeline for home if you can, or make special calls.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Delve into dreams.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Sit down together\u2013preferably over a candlelit dinner, but the details are up to you\u2013and let your ideas, dreams, schemes, and pie-in-the-sky plans fly. No talk of money. Or practicality. Yet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Talk money.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Oops, sorry! Dreamtime is over (for now). It\u2019s rare these days to assume that the bride\u2019s parents will pick up the whole bill, so start discussing now\u2013first with each other, then with your respective families\u2013how much money there is to play with.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Rough out the timing.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> While you don\u2019t have to choose a firm date now (unless you&#8217;re so inclined), it&#8217;s often smart to at least have an idea of, oh, what season you want to marry in, or what month. That\u2019ll give you a sense of how long you have to get things organized.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Big Ten<\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49168\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49168\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49168 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SydneyRoss_Eric-and-Jenn-Photography_The-Tremont-House-32-1.jpg\" alt=\"The bride and groom pose for photos, while the bride wears a gown along with a veil and the groom wears a suit. \" width=\"900\" height=\"1170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SydneyRoss_Eric-and-Jenn-Photography_The-Tremont-House-32-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SydneyRoss_Eric-and-Jenn-Photography_The-Tremont-House-32-1-231x300.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SydneyRoss_Eric-and-Jenn-Photography_The-Tremont-House-32-1-768x998.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SydneyRoss_Eric-and-Jenn-Photography_The-Tremont-House-32-1-788x1024.jpg 788w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49168\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Eric &amp; Jenn Photography | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetremonthouse.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Tremont House&nbsp;<\/a>| CVB: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitgalveston.com\/weddings\/venues\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Galveston<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you want the wedding of the century or the most intimate of celebrations, there are some basic wedding tasks you\u2019ll have to think about. Here\u2019s our Top 10:<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>1. Your guest list.<\/h5>\n<p>Why is this first? Because your wedding\u2019s size determines where you\u2019ll hold the party, how much it will cost and whether and how much travel will be involved. So grab your address book and make your list; your fianc<span style=\"font-size: 1rem\">\u00e9&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 1rem\">and both families should do the same. You can (and likely will) cut later, but this first number will be your base.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49164\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49164\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49164 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/EmilyBrian_Omni-Barton-Creek-Resort-Spa_Danny-Ray-and-the-Atlantic-Street-Band-48-1.jpg\" alt=\"Guest stands near the guest table names at a wedding reception surrounded by florals and lush greenery. \" width=\"900\" height=\"1240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/EmilyBrian_Omni-Barton-Creek-Resort-Spa_Danny-Ray-and-the-Atlantic-Street-Band-48-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/EmilyBrian_Omni-Barton-Creek-Resort-Spa_Danny-Ray-and-the-Atlantic-Street-Band-48-1-218x300.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/EmilyBrian_Omni-Barton-Creek-Resort-Spa_Danny-Ray-and-the-Atlantic-Street-Band-48-1-768x1058.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/EmilyBrian_Omni-Barton-Creek-Resort-Spa_Danny-Ray-and-the-Atlantic-Street-Band-48-1-743x1024.jpg 743w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49164\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Caroline Lima Photography | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omnihotels.com\/hotels\/austin-barton-creek\/weddings?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Omni Barton Creek Resort &amp; Spa<\/a>&nbsp;| Wedding Entertainment: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dannyrayatlanticstreetband.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Danny Ray and The Atlantic Street Band<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>2. Ceremony who-and-where.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Finding an officiant and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-venues\/ceremony-reception\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ceremony site<\/a> can be simple\u2013if, say, you wish to marry in your hometown house of worship\u2013or it can be a more complex search. You may want to marry in a nondenominational chapel or have an interfaith ceremony or civil ceremony. Each combo of place-and-officiant requires its own set of procedures (permissions and permits, pre-marriage counseling and other paperwork).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49165\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49165\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49165 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AbbyRyan_ErikaGeierPhotography_GrandGalvez_BryanMuseum20221203_0379-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and groom leaving their wedding ceremony while the bridal party throws confetti in the hair as they kiss. \" width=\"900\" height=\"977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AbbyRyan_ErikaGeierPhotography_GrandGalvez_BryanMuseum20221203_0379-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AbbyRyan_ErikaGeierPhotography_GrandGalvez_BryanMuseum20221203_0379-1-276x300.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AbbyRyan_ErikaGeierPhotography_GrandGalvez_BryanMuseum20221203_0379-1-768x834.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49165\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Erika Geier Photography | Guest Accommodations: <a href=\"https:\/\/grandgalvez.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Galvez<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left\">3<b>. <\/b>The reception site.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Go back to thinking about those wedding dreams you two have discussed, and see how your fantasies mesh with your actual options. Say you imagine a party at a lovely outdoor garden. Fair enough, but what if you can&#8217;t find just the right place, or the weather is an issue. Maybe there&#8217;s a quaint small hotel with a pretty courtyard garden that would suit. Now is the perfect time to engage a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">professional wedding planner<\/a> and to start relying on their expert advice. You can also ask for references from a recently married friend and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">surf wedding websites<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blogs<\/a> to narrow down options. Then, start making calls and scheduling visits.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49167\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49167\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49167 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Rika-Kartik-RW_Daniel-Colvin-Photpgraphy_The-Corinthian_Electric-Karma20211023_0118-1.jpg\" alt=\"Stunning wedding venue in Houston with tall white pillars and reception tables adorned in pale pink florals. \" width=\"900\" height=\"607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Rika-Kartik-RW_Daniel-Colvin-Photpgraphy_The-Corinthian_Electric-Karma20211023_0118-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Rika-Kartik-RW_Daniel-Colvin-Photpgraphy_The-Corinthian_Electric-Karma20211023_0118-1-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Rika-Kartik-RW_Daniel-Colvin-Photpgraphy_The-Corinthian_Electric-Karma20211023_0118-1-768x518.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49167\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Daniel Colvin Photography | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/corinthianhouston.net\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corinthian Houston<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>4. Photos and video<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. <\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t wait till the last minute to find a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/houston-wedding-photographers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">photographer<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-videography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">videographer<\/a>; the good ones book weddings many months out in some cases. Start with recommendations from friends, and do some homework to figure out what style of images you\u2019d like to see\u2013plenty of formal portraits and some dancing shots, say, or a completely photojournalistic, as-it-happens format. Hint: If you see wedding photos in your local paper and\/or local bridal magazine, and you like the look, check the photo credit or contact the publication to find out who took the shots.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49166\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49166\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49166 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bride looks stunning in her lace short-sleeve wedding dress and veil as she stands in lush greenery. \" width=\"900\" height=\"911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1-296x300.jpg 296w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1-768x777.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1-32x32.jpg 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1-64x64.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Mandi-Roach-Photography-Laguna-Gloria-Wedding-Austin-Texas-4653_websize-1-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49166\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mandiroachphotography.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mandi Roach Photography<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>5. Decorating the events.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This covers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-florists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flowers<\/a>, but also any other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-linens-decor-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">decor details<\/a>, such as a chuppah for a Jewish wedding. Wait until you have your reception site booked\u2013what this spot looks like will determine how you spruce it up. A hotel ballroom might have chandeliers, nice carpet, and ornate wall decor already in place, while a party in a blank-slate gallery space may need more than simple centerpieces.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49160\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49160\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49160 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AlexaBrian_PlantsNPetals_MonarchLimos-57-1.jpg\" alt=\"White, pink, and green floral centerpieces set in the middle of reception tables along with gold hues. \" width=\"900\" height=\"1068\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AlexaBrian_PlantsNPetals_MonarchLimos-57-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AlexaBrian_PlantsNPetals_MonarchLimos-57-1-253x300.jpg 253w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AlexaBrian_PlantsNPetals_MonarchLimos-57-1-768x911.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AlexaBrian_PlantsNPetals_MonarchLimos-57-1-863x1024.jpg 863w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49160\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Mustard Seed Photography | Florals: <a href=\"https:\/\/forweddingflowers.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plants N&#8217; Petals<\/a> | Cake: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cakesbyginahouston.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cakes by Gina<\/a> | Event Services: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irresistibleeventsandservices.net\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Irresistible Events &amp; Services<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>6. What you\u2019ll wear.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s not strictly necessary to know wedding place-and-time details before you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-dresses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shop<\/a>. Whereas in the past brides adhered to fashion guidelines by not wearing a glittery sheath for a daytime wedding, for example, the rules are looser now (though check with your house of worship\u2013some require covered shoulders or heads). Start shopping whenever you feel pumped up for the process. And don\u2019t forget to order your wedding bands and send your groom to rent formal-wear if he needs to.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49170\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49170\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49170 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Events-Company_WanderingWooPhotography_AzizaFaraz20211118_0308-1.jpg\" alt=\"A bride wears her long sleeve, lace wedding gown with her double diamond engagement ring and henna. \" width=\"900\" height=\"1182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Events-Company_WanderingWooPhotography_AzizaFaraz20211118_0308-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Events-Company_WanderingWooPhotography_AzizaFaraz20211118_0308-1-228x300.jpg 228w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Events-Company_WanderingWooPhotography_AzizaFaraz20211118_0308-1-768x1009.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-Events-Company_WanderingWooPhotography_AzizaFaraz20211118_0308-1-780x1024.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49170\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Wandering Woo Photography | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepostoakhotel.com\/weddings\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston<\/a> | Registry: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.berings.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bering&#8217;s<\/a> | Cake: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.susiescakes.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie&#8217;s Cakes&nbsp;<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>7. Transportation.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t automatically rent the standard stretch limo. Take a careful look at the distances you and your wedding party guests must travel, and see what you need and want. Beyond-limo options include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-transportation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">classic cars<\/a>, a horse and carriage, a decked-out party bus, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49171\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49171\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49171 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/JW-Marriott-Galleria-SS_Brit-Floyd-Weddings_Beyond-Bloems_Polished-Makeup-Hair_Bright-Star-Productions_Cakes-by-Gina-207-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bride smiles big for photo while she holds her gown and a white rose bouquet of flowers infront of a vintage car. \" width=\"900\" height=\"1168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/JW-Marriott-Galleria-SS_Brit-Floyd-Weddings_Beyond-Bloems_Polished-Makeup-Hair_Bright-Star-Productions_Cakes-by-Gina-207-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/JW-Marriott-Galleria-SS_Brit-Floyd-Weddings_Beyond-Bloems_Polished-Makeup-Hair_Bright-Star-Productions_Cakes-by-Gina-207-2-231x300.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/JW-Marriott-Galleria-SS_Brit-Floyd-Weddings_Beyond-Bloems_Polished-Makeup-Hair_Bright-Star-Productions_Cakes-by-Gina-207-2-768x997.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/JW-Marriott-Galleria-SS_Brit-Floyd-Weddings_Beyond-Bloems_Polished-Makeup-Hair_Bright-Star-Productions_Cakes-by-Gina-207-2-789x1024.jpg 789w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49171\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britfloydweddings.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brit Floyd Weddings<\/a> | Makeup &amp; Hair: <a href=\"https:\/\/houstonbridalmakeup.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Polished Makeup &amp; Hair<\/a> | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/houjw-jw-marriott-houston-by-the-galleria\/events\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria<\/a> | Florals &amp; Decor: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondbloems.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beyond Bloems<\/a> | Linens: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ebincevents.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EB Inc Event Rentals<\/a> | Lighting: <a href=\"https:\/\/brightstarproductions.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bright Star Productions<\/a> | Cake: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cakesbyginahouston.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cakes by Gina<\/a> | Wedding Gown: <a href=\"https:\/\/belleamebridal.as.me\/schedule\/ab3a33af\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Belle \u00c2me Bridal<\/a> | Getaway Car: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonclassicweddingcars.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Houston Classic Wedding Cars<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>8. Invitations.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-invitations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Invitations<\/a> should be sent out six to eight weeks before the big day, so work backwards from there to be sure you order in time. The basic invite announces the hosts of the wedding (whether that&#8217;s the two of you, your parents, or some combination), the place and time of the ceremony, and often a separate card regarding the reception details, as well as a reply card and envelope. Never include registry info with your invitation.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49173\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49173\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49173 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/20220220_Paper0008-2.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding invitations with white and blue hues and floral additions. \" width=\"900\" height=\"949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/20220220_Paper0008-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/20220220_Paper0008-2-285x300.jpg 285w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/20220220_Paper0008-2-768x810.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49173\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Marco Wang Photography | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonian.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Houstonian Hotel, Club &amp; Spa <\/a>| Flowers + Decor: <a href=\"https:\/\/forweddingflowers.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plants N\u2019 Petals&nbsp;<\/a>| Registry + Stationery: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.berings.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bering\u2019s<\/a> | Cake: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.susiescakes.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie\u2019s Cakes<\/a> | Rehearsal Dinner Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ouisiestable.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ouisie\u2019s Table<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>9. Entertainment.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Music is the food of love, or so Shakespeare wrote. Make sure you \u201cfeed\u201d your guests with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-djs-music-entertainment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beautiful music<\/a>\u2013whether your budget allows for a string quartet at the ceremony and an eight-piece band later, or your buddy and his guitar followed by a rollicking DJ.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49163\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49163\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49163 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/220402_1634-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bride and groom stand on the stage at their reception, dancing and singing with the band in front of the crowd with guests. \" width=\"900\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/220402_1634-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/220402_1634-1-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/220402_1634-1-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49163\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Chris Bailey Photography | Stationery + Registry: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.berings.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bering\u2019s<\/a> | Cake:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.susiescakes.com\/?utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Susie\u2019s Cakes<\/a> | Wedding Entertainment: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookece.com\/?gclid=CjwKCAjw-8qVBhANEiwAfjXLri_o7c0n9Aam6xynf8GybQUjmCwWUtfBR0NDp1_tIhn5nkN5wd37IBoC8sgQAvD_BwE&amp;utm_source=weddingsinhouston.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=WeddingsInHouston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EastCoast Entertainment<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>10. Honeymoon.<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Finally, you get to plan something that&#8217;s just about the two of you! Have fun researching locales, hotel and resort properties, and activities, and consult a professional travel agent for advice and deals. Also, don\u2019t be afraid of announcing your newlywed status when you book your trip. You may find yourself pleasantly surprised with treats and upgrades.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_49161\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-49161\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-49161 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sean-Thomas-Photography-Ojai-Workshop-77-1.jpg\" alt=\"Girls standing by the pool with a breath taking background dressed for the pool and tanning in the sun. \" width=\"900\" height=\"925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sean-Thomas-Photography-Ojai-Workshop-77-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sean-Thomas-Photography-Ojai-Workshop-77-1-292x300.jpg 292w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sean-Thomas-Photography-Ojai-Workshop-77-1-768x789.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sean-Thomas-Photography-Ojai-Workshop-77-1-32x32.jpg 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Sean-Thomas-Photography-Ojai-Workshop-77-1-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-49161\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Sean Thomas Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4>&#8220;Wedding Planning 101: Your First 10 Steps to Happily Ever After&#8221; Spotlight WiH Partners- Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/tiny-mum-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brit Floyd Weddings<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/mandi-roach-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mandi Roach Photography<\/a> | Venue: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/tremont-house-the\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Tremont House<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/omni-barton-creek-resort-spa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Omni Barton Creek Resort &amp; Spa<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/Grand-Galvez\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Galvez<\/a>&nbsp;| <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/the-post-oak-hotel-at-uptown-houston\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/the-corinthian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corinthian Houston<\/a>&nbsp;|<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/jw-marriott-houston-by-the-galleria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/houstonian-hotel-club-spa-the\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Houstonian Hotel, Club &amp; Spa<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/ouisies-table\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ouisie\u2019s Table<\/a> | CVB: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/visit-galveston\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Galveston<\/a> | Florals: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/plants-n-petals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plants N\u2019 Petals<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/beyond-bloems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beyond Bloems<\/a><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;<\/span>| Linens: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/eb-inc-event-rentals-and-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EB Inc Event Rentals<\/a> | Lighting: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/bright-star-productions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bright Star Productions<\/a> | Makeup &amp; Hair: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/polished-makeup-hair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Polished Makeup &amp; Hair<\/a> | Cake: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/cakes-by-gina\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cakes by Gina<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/susies-cakes-confections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Susie\u2019s Cakes<\/a> | Wedding Planner: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/irresistible-events-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Irresistible Events &amp; Services<\/a> | Registry + Stationery: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/berings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bering\u2019s<\/a> | Wedding Gown: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/belle-ame-bridal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Belle \u00c2me Bridal<\/a> | Getaway Car: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/city-classic-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Houston Classic Wedding Cars<\/a> | Wedding Entertainment: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/danny-ray-and-the-atlantic-street-band\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Danny Ray and The Atlantic Street Band<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/vendor\/eastcoast-entertainment-\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EastCoast Entertainment<\/a><\/h4>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em>Contributing Photographers- Stephania Campos \/ Eric &amp; 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