5 ways to deal with with wedding stress
Let's talk WEDDING STRESS – and how to avoid it.
There’s NOTHING more exciting than planning a wedding, am I right? Er, WRONG. Wedding stress is real and can take a toll on bridal couples.
Over time we have come to recognise five main stress factors affecting bridal couples:
The creative stress factor:
Pinterest is an amazing source of inspiration but can also become very overwhelming if you don’t set boundaries for yourself. Our advice is that you don’t start a mood board until at least 6 months before the wedding. Trends change, and new ideas come up – as your designers, it’s very difficult to go through 600 images on your board and work out which ones are relevant, and which are not. Keep your ideas simple, and leave it up to OHD to expand on those in a way that best reflects you as a couple.
The budget stress factor:
Budget constraints and not knowing how much things cost can be a massive source of stress and anxiety. The ‘budget’ conversation can sometimes be an awkward one to have with your planner right at the beginning of your working relationship, but it’s the most important chat to have. A good wedding planner will be able to advise you about ’how much things cost’ from the beginning, so you know what to expect when you book your vendors.
The guest list stress factor:
This one’s a killer! You and your fiancé sit down one night over a good bottle of red and decide to compile the guest list for your wedding. It’s going to be so much fun! …………half an hour later, he’s sleeping in the spare room and you’ve taken the rest of the red to bed with you. Guys, compiling a guest list for your wedding is gnarly. I feel like it needs a blog post all on its own. For now, my advice to you is: work out the cost of your venue, add it to the cost of your catering, as well as the cost of any special chairs/ cutlery/ glassware/ napery/ stationery/ DJ costs/ lighting cost/ décor and floral cost you may have set aside. Once you’ve added all the ‘big costs’ together, divide it by the number of guests you’re wanting to invite. This is the general rule of thumb when working out exactly how much it’s going to cost to have that random cousin at your wedding (that you haven’t seen or spoken to in six years). These sums can be a motivating factor in deciding who you really want at your wedding, and who you can leave off.
The timeline stress factor:
The timeline of a wedding can be a logistical nightmare, with so many moving parts to coordinate. From ensuring the hair and makeup artist arrives on time to scheduling the ceremony and reception events, it can feel like you’re juggling a million things at once. A clear, well-structured timeline is essential to ensure everything runs smoothly. At Oh Happy Day, we meticulously plan your wedding day timeline, coordinating with all vendors and participants, so you can relax and enjoy your big day without constantly checking the clock.
The family dynamics stress factor:
Family dynamics can often add an unexpected layer of stress to wedding planning. Whether it’s navigating differing opinions, handling divorced parents, or managing family traditions and expectations, these dynamics can complicate the planning process. Open communication and setting clear boundaries from the start are key. Our team at Oh Happy Day is experienced in mediating family discussions and ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard while keeping the focus on the couple’s vision for their special day. We work with you to create a harmonious and joyful celebration that honors both your wishes and your family’s unique contributions.
Planning a wedding should be a fun, stress-free experience. We help you prioritize your vendors, formulate your budget, provide qualified vendor referrals, accompany you to vendor meetings (if required), negotiate on your behalf, and save you money. Creatively, we help you with your colour palette and mood board design and set up your mock-ups for you – leaving nothing to chance. In the final month prior to your wedding, Oh Happy Day will confirm your vendors, create a production schedule, and compile a timeline to ensure that you, your family, and friends enjoy a beautiful, stress-free wedding.
Ready to make your wedding day truly special without the stress? Contact Oh Happy Day today, and let us bring your dream wedding to life!
