Now that it’s over, do you look back and wonder were your mind was?

I'd have to say pictures are on my list, too. I wish more pictures were taken (in general), but especially with my husband and stepson and bridesmaids.

I also wish I was able to spend a little more time at each table. The day flies by so quickly that you barely get a chance to say hi and bye!

Great tip! I will try to remember that!

View Quoted Comment Yes! If I can give any advice, I would totally recommend thinking of ideas from a “you” perspective and not from a planner POV. Write a list down of all the group shots (who’s in it) and/or friend shots with people’s names. The photographer won’t remember everything or detail. We had family coming from out of town and I forgot to take family group pictures with them. We haven’t seen them in 10 years


Other random tips- - write a “to do list” of little tasks that need to be done and hire a day of coordinator...even if it’s a Co-worker. Give them a list and make sure they’re on it. He or she will also make announcements (which I’m 95% sure you’ll have to make) - if you have big families (especially ones that want a drink), write a sign on the door of the bride suite or wedding party suite that the room is designated for you only (guests snuck in to mine and had a private party. LAME) - if you’re doing an unplugged ceremony, have someone announce this before the ceremony. The sign is not enough. And also add to the announcement, “if you choose to not respect the bride and groom and take pictures anyway, we please ask that you do not post it to social media”.