The wedding: the celebration of a union!
The organization of a wedding is an important and much awaited moment for a couple: it symbolizes the union, the sharing and the commitment. It is an event of great magnitude in a life, the preparation of a wedding represents a meticulous organization and a budget to respect. No detail should be overlooked to make this event perfect and unforgettable. Here are the main steps to follow to make this moment memorable.
1. Develop the budget
One of the most important steps in the preparation of a wedding is the budget. The budget allows you to define an envelope for each area of expenditure of the wedding.
The budget must take into account all the financial aspects of this private event, i.e:
- Possible accompaniment services of a wedding planner: This expert is specialized in the organization of weddings,
- reception room rental,
- rental of furniture, decoration,
- catering service,
- wedding entertainment: music, gifts for guests, photographer/videographer, baby-sitters if the organizers propose to keep the guests’ children…
- It is also necessary to take into account the purchase of outfits and accessories, essential during a wedding: wedding dress, groom’s suit, hairdresser, make-up artist etc…
2. Define the dates of the wedding ceremony and festivities
When organizing a wedding, the reservation of the date is a determining element. It is necessary to take into account different elements: the season and the weather, the availability of the guests, and especially the availability of the reception place…
- Availability of the reception venue
Do you have a clear idea of where you want to hold your wedding? The date will be defined according to the availability of the reception place you have selected. Attention, if the wedding reception hall is very popular: it is advisable to book about a year in advance.
- The season and the weather
The season and the weather are two other elements to take into consideration, these factors are solely the wishes of the bride and groom and the atmosphere they wish to give to their wedding reception.
- The availability of guests and the sending of invitations
If you want the majority of your guests to be present on this memorable day, it is advisable to send a save the date to your loved ones and then send your invitations 4 to 6 months in advance.
3. Define the guest list
Do you want to organize an intimate wedding or a big party? The guest list for an intimate wedding is limited to your closest family and friends. On the contrary, if you wish to organize a large event, you will choose to gather many guests. Make sure that the capacity of the wedding hall is in line with the number of guests on your list. You can now proceed to create your seating plan.
4. Choosing your dream reception venue
The wedding is a reflection of the love between the couple. It must be celebrated in a place of reception in their image. To reserve your dream wedding hall: take the necessary steps 8 to 12 months before the big day to make sure the hall is available. The chosen reception hall must meet several criteria:
- The wedding hall must be adapted to the number of people invited to the wedding,
- the place of reception must be easily accessible: public transport, highways, parking in the vicinity of the place…
- the services included in the rental of the wedding venue: start and end time of the rental, furniture provided, list of service providers referenced by the reception venue…
If all these criteria are met: you have found the perfect wedding venue!
If you wish to organize your wedding at the Villa le Cercle in Deauville, the CID event teams will accompany you to make this private event the most beautiful day of your life!
5. Find the providers for your wedding
You have previously listed in your budget the desired services for your dream wedding. It is advisable to select your providers several months in advance in order to prevent any withdrawal or unforeseen event. Select the most comprehensive quotes to minimize last-minute extras and additions. The objective when selecting the providers for a wedding is to select :
- quality companies,
- services that fit your budget,
- services that meet your needs.
Don’t hesitate to ask the event team of the reception venue you have chosen: they will be able to advise you on the best local and regional service providers to make this day an unforgettable moment for you and all your guests.
6. Start the administrative steps for the wedding ceremony
Marriage is one of the most beautiful proofs of love between two people but it is also an administrative and legal commitment that requires some steps. To do so, the couple must provide various administrative documents (birth certificate, identity card, proof of residence…) and choose whether or not to establish a marriage contract. These are the two mandatory steps in a civil marriage.
7. Choosing the wedding meal
Once the place of reception is chosen, comes the selection of the dishes that will compose the menu of your wedding. There are two choices for the bride and groom;
- If your budget is limited, it is possible to opt for a cold buffet offering guests a multitude of choices that will delight all tastes.
- If your budget allows it, the caterers interviewed will be able to meet all requests!
8. Choose the outfits of the future bride and groom
It is generally recommended to start searching for and trying on wedding outfits about 8 months before the wedding date and to order your outfit about 6 months before the big day. To guide the bride and groom in the choice of their outfit, many boutiques specializing in wedding dresses and suits will be able to help in the decision making process. It will be necessary to ensure that the outfits are in harmony with the general atmosphere of the wedding. The bride and groom’s outfit is a keepsake piece, which they can keep after the wedding festivities.
If you wish to organize a wedding in Deauville, the event teams of Villa Le Cercle are at your disposal to accompany you and create the wedding that suits you!
