Wedding Planning Tips

When the enormity of this responsibility hits, don't panic. As Eliza Kendall, president of ElizaJ, providers of fine rest rooms for outdoor events as well as a former event planner advises, "Think of three other ‘P' words, successful Parties require Planning and Professional help. Stay true to this, and your wedding will go off without a hitch."

Headquartered in Harwich, MA, ElizaJ is focused entirely on quality products and first-rate customer service. ElizaJ, established in 1997 and formerly known as Leave it to Liza, caters to party rental companies, caterers and outdoor event organizers and has an esteemed client list that includes General Motors, IBM, Microsoft, Genzyme, Smith Kline Beecham, Sprint, McKinsey and Company, Bain and Company, GE, Fidelity, State Street Bank, ESPN and the Kennedy family.

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Kendall continued, "The first thing you want to do is create a vision of your wedding and be aware that there are going to be some things you just can't control, such as the weather." 

But you can be ready for them by keeping in mind these planning tips from ElizaJ:

·    Plan a specific budget. Be sure to review the budget with those who will be paying for all or part of your wedding. The budget should be set before any other steps are taken. If you can, allot an extra 5% to 10% of the total budget for miscellaneous expenses. Then in case of an unforeseen event –you will have a little extra stashed aside.  
·    Surround yourself with the best your budget can afford. If you do, things will run like a smooth machine. A good tent company will draw up a layout of exactly what will go where and will set things up accordingly. Their tents will have flaps to drop if the weather doesn't cooperate. A good florist will recommend the right flowers or will work with your preferences. A good caterer will plan, prepare and serve the right food.
·    Choose a professional event planner carefully. A good event planner will know which vendors will work best with you and with each other. She'll match personalities to suit you, so that you will be put at ease, and you'll know that you can rely on the service providers to do their jobs well. You won't have to think about anything but enjoying the moment. 
·    Try to be flexible. So the Cymbidium orchids from New Zealand that you had your heart set on won't be available. From the flowers to the band to the food to the weather, so long as you are flexible every aspect of your big event can be made just right. 
·    Caterers are key. Good caterers will create a wonderful menu, no matter what budget they have to work within. Whether it's carving perfectly medium-rare prime beef to laying out sandwiches and cheese platters, a professional caterer will ensure your meal is as good as it gets. Whether it's serving hors d'oeuvres with a wait staff or setting up a casual buffet, the right caterer will make your presentation delicious, classy and memorable. 
·    Setting the mood with music. Music is a must, but remember to book well in advance – at least six month ahead. Go listen to bands that are recommended to you and talk to them to ensure they can provide the right music and presentation you want. If having a band is too costly, then hire a recommended disc jockey. You can have a blast listening to golden oldies, top 40, jazz, reggae, pop or whatever your heart desires for a lot less money.  
·    Can't afford the Four Seasons? You can plan your own great event on a shoestring budget. Get creative with your resources, and you'll do just fine. Think you can't afford any venue for a reception? You could choose to use the clubhouse of a local fraternal organization; they're usually inexpensive, and the club will operate the bar for you. The tables and chairs can be rented from your church. 
·    Marking time. There are several details that need to be finalized at certain intervals before your wedding to ensure you get exactly what you want. Since you've already reserved the ceremony and reception site months ago after you announced your engagement:

Twelve-months prior to your wedding day (and during prime season) the caterer, florist, musicians/DJ and photographer/videographer should be booked. Consider holding your wedding on a Sunday or even a Friday to save money. 

Four-months, you should order the wedding invitations and other corresponding stationary such as thank-you notes, your wedding gown, wedding cake and complete the guest list.  

Two months prior to your wedding, the invitations should be mailed, honeymoon planned, wedding bands purchased, tuxes rented/bought, transportation arranged, marriage license obtained, beauty services scheduled and menu decided upon.

·    It's OK to cut your budget; just don't cut corners. Leaving out a step in the process is like leaving out an ingredient in a recipe. Don't consider it necessary to have outdoor restroom facilities at an outdoor reception? Think 2000 flushes and then think again. If you really can't afford a band, don't select the least expensive band just to have one. The end result certainly won't be what you want.

Known as a "Walking Rolodex" Kendall reminds brides, "Your wedding is about you. Add your personal touch to your event. Design centerpieces with flowers that you like. Set your tables with nice cloth napkins with napkin rings. And be sure not to forget one very important thing – make sure your bathrooms are sparkling clean and pleasant.
I don't say this because I'm in the business of providing practical, elegant rest rooms for events. I provide practical, elegant rest rooms because I believe that is critical to bringing a successful event full circle. Making fussy Aunt Gertrude and the rest of your wedding guests comfortable throughout your event will go a long way to making it one to remember."