Planning a Wedding 6 Months Ahead

Reserve or Buy Tuxedos and Suit

At this point of wedding organization, the male attire will need to be planned. Decide on what type of formal wear is wanted, whether it is tuxedos, black tie or suits. What type of formal wear is chosen will depend on the type of wedding celebration. It may be a very formal, classic reception where a tuxedo is best suited or a relaxed buffet party reception where a smart suit is well suited. To tie in with a theme, the male attire may have a certain color for the cummerbund, bowtie or corsage.

It does take some time to pick out the best outfit from the many styles, fittings and colors. These outfits can be rented or bought depending on the budget.

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Pick the Wedding Cake

The wedding cake is the centre piece of the decor and theme of the wedding venue and provides a popular photo scene. It needs to therefore tie in with the theme and colors of the wedding. The cake will need to be ordered up to 6 months in advance in order to give enough time for it to be made a decorated accordingly.

There are bakeries which specialize in wedding cakes and decoration. To get the wedding cake right, go to the baker and talk about what you want, from the design, filling and icing. A good bakery should provide samples to taste.

The amount set aside for the cake depends on how many guests are expected as the price will depends on the size of the cake as well as the design and type of cake. Some bakeries will charge for delivery and may expect a deposit.

Find the Wedding Rings

The hunt for wedding rings should start up to 6 months in advance to allow for sufficient time to shop around and put orders through ready for the big day.

A wedding ring is a highly symbolic and is a piece of jewelry which will endure a lifetime. It is advisable to buy from a jeweler which specializes in wedding rings as there will be a better selection.

Wedding and engagement rings can be bought as sets, but if this is not the case then a wedding ring should be chosen to complement the engagement ring.

The ring should be made from a durable material such as gold and silver, with platinum growing in popularity in recent years. The rings can be sized professionally by jewelers so they are the perfect size.

Get the Bridesmaids’ Dresses

By this point in time, the bride’s dress should be picked out and ordered so the bridesmaids’ dresses can be organized. The bridesmaids’ dresses can go together with the bride’s dress by being a simplified version, or they can be contrasting by being completely different. This will depend on the style and theme of the wedding.

Buy the Bridal Jewelry and Accessories

Shop around for the shoes, gloves and additional accessories for the wedding. Try the dress with shoes and accessories to make sure they all go together.

Register for Wedding Gifts

Wedding gifts were traditionally a way for friends and family to help newlyweds set up their new home.
Many retailers offer a registry service for your wedding gifts. Remember that the wedding gifts do not have to come from one place. Today, registrations can be done online as well as in-store, making it easy for guests who are far away to give the gifts.

Plan the Honeymoon

The honeymoon should be one of the best holidays you experience, so it is worth allocating a portion of your budget towards this. Decide together on what type of honeymoon is desired.
It could be a relaxing break, lying on a tropical beach in the sun. Goa attracts many tourists for its beaches and has a unique, alternative atmosphere where east meets west. More mainstream locations include the Caribbean or Hawaii. Australia offers much more than just beautiful beaches with many water activities such as surfing and snorkeling amid the tropical reefs.

A more active holiday may be preferred such as skiing. Hitting the slopes of the Alps or the Rockies may bestow an exciting experience.

For an unconventional trip with variety, consider a city break. It could be the lights of Las Vegas with its infamous casinos shows and nightlife. The hustle and bustle of Cairo’s bazaars may appeal for those wanting to see one of the great wonders of the world.

Or for something completely in a league of its own, an African safari will offer an interesting and unforgettable experience.

If your budget can not accommodate exotic locations, do not rule out European destinations. Booking your honeymoon in Spain, Greece, Dublin or even the capital of romance Paris can be just as memorable as a far away location.

Once the honeymoon location has been decided, check if any visas or inoculations are needed.