{"id":1113,"date":"2020-02-23T12:57:46","date_gmt":"2020-02-23T11:57:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bagolyvar.wtbstudio.com\/ekuvoszervezes-lepesei0\/"},"modified":"2026-05-19T14:50:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T13:50:24","slug":"stages-of-event-organisation0","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bagolyvar.wtbstudio.com\/en\/ekuvoszervezes-lepesei0\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the steps involved in organising a wedding? How should you go about them?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You\u2019ve been proposed to and you\u2019re over the moon; you\u2019re looking forward to the wedding but don\u2019t know where to start, can\u2019t quite picture how the wedding planning process will unfold, and aren\u2019t sure what\u2019s needed for a wedding? Don\u2019t panic \u2013 you\u2019re not alone! Organising a wedding is an incredibly complex process that causes headaches for every couple getting married!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the following article, we\u2019ll try to help you with this! You\u2019ll be able to read about the key steps in wedding planning and the wedding schedule, and we\u2019ll also try to provide some useful wedding planning tips that you can actually put to good use when organising your wedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wedding planner vs organising a wedding yourself<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A wedding planner or organising the wedding ourselves? This is a very divisive question. Many people opt for a wedding planner, whilst others prefer to organise their own wedding. What are the pros and cons of each option? When is it necessary to hire a wedding planner? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When should you consider hiring a wedding planner?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you never have time for anything, but want a truly beautiful, well-organised wedding where nothing can go wrong. Of course, this service comes at a cost \u2013 and not a small one at that. On the other hand, it will take a huge weight off your shoulders! The wedding planner will take care of everything, put together the wedding programme, liaise with the suppliers and keep both you and your partner fully informed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wedding planners organise weddings every day; they have a wealth of experience in this field, so you can be sure they\u2019ll do a good job and ensure everything runs smoothly. It\u2019s also important to know that they have a vast network of contacts and know the best, most reliable suppliers in the wedding industry. What\u2019s more, they\u2019re up to date with the latest trends in catering and d\u00e9cor! In our opinion, if it fits within your budget, you should definitely ask a wedding planner for help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much do wedding planning services cost? <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The fee for wedding planning ranges from 100,000 to 500,000 Ft. However, it is fair to say that truly high-quality and discerning service providers will not undertake to organise a wedding for less than 300,000 Ft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much does a wedding cost? <\/a>If you\u2019re interested in finding out how much it costs to organise an average-sized, budget-friendly wedding these days, have a read of our article on the subject!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is it a good idea to organise your wedding on your own? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you think you can manage the wedding arrangements on your own, with your partner, or with the help of your friends and family, then go for it! Lots of people organise their own weddings! Be prepared to invest a huge amount of time and energy in it! It\u2019s both an advantage and a disadvantage that you won\u2019t have to follow anyone else\u2019s advice \u2013 you\u2019ll be completely in charge!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wedding preparations: the first steps in organising a wedding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What are the pre-wedding tasks? What are the tasks that need to be tackled well in advance? How can you organise the steps involved in wedding planning and the wedding day itself in a clear and structured way, and how can you ensure the wedding schedule stays on track? How can you manage and keep track of the wedding budget? We\u2019ll try to answer these questions with our following wedding planning tips!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wedding planner: a step-by-step guide to wedding planning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The best way to organise the various stages of wedding planning is to use a wedding planner. By keeping one, you can keep track of what needs to be done and when, as well as what is required for each task. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What exactly is a wedding journal? <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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A wedding journal shouldn\u2019t be thought of as a diary in the traditional sense, although many designer versions look exactly like one. In fact, you can make one yourself. The idea behind the planner is that it starts 12 months before the wedding and runs right up to the big day. With its help, you can break down the wedding planning tasks by month, week \u2013 or even day, if you\u2019re a perfectionist! You can also include the wedding programme, and you can even keep track of your honeymoon plans here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So far, this seems straightforward, but why is a wedding diary absolutely essential? <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Organising a wedding involves an enormous amount of tasks, which are almost impossible to keep track of all at once. What\u2019s more, as the big day draws nearer, you\u2019ll find yourself faced with many wedding-planning tasks you hadn\u2019t even thought of before. It is therefore extremely important to have a notebook, workbook or planner in which the wedding is laid out step by step in a clear and organised manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we are living in the 21st century, it is worth noting that a traditional wedding diary is not the only option. You can keep your diary online, where you can set reminders, and as everything can be synchronised with everything else in our digital world, you can even have several of your devices alert you at the same time to what you need to sort out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ideas for creating a wedding journal<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

What should you definitely include in a wedding planner? What are the essential steps in wedding planning? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you even start planning your wedding, there\u2019s one thing you need to make absolutely clear! Always discuss exactly what you and your partner want! Only start organising things that you\u2019ve both agreed on, even if it means making compromises, big or small! The other important thing is that this is YOUR wedding. Choose a venue, date, design and services that are right for YOU! The opinions of relatives, friends and acquaintances are very important, but they shouldn\u2019t play a decisive role in these matters! This is your big day!<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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Setting the wedding date \u2013 Get started as early as 12 months before the wedding<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This is Step 0 \u2013 without it, the rest of the wedding planning process is pointless!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much is \u2018that much\u2019? Setting your wedding budget \u2013 Get started 12 months before the wedding<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve set the date, sit down with your partner to work out a budget. Discuss how much you can spend in total on the wedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drawing up the guest list \u2013 Get started as early as 12 months before the wedding<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

This needs to be one of the first steps. Without an approximate number of guests, it is difficult to find a venue with sufficient capacity and then, for example, request a quote for catering services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing a venue<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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The venue should be chosen before requesting quotes for services. Without a specific venue, few providers will be able to give an accurate price. It is important for service providers to know, for example, how far they will have to travel, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Requesting quotations<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Always get several quotes! That way, you can compare them and are more likely to end up working with the provider offering the best value for money!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consultation with service providers<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Even if you\u2019ve requested a quote, liked it and then accepted it, your relationship with the service providers isn\u2019t over yet. You need to keep them informed of any developments and changes as they arise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Booking a church or civil wedding \u2013 Start the process 6\u201310 months before the wedding<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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It\u2019s certainly true that places are filling up here too, so it\u2019s a good idea to book in good time for that particular date!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Renting or buying a dress \u2013 Start 6\u201310 months before the wedding <\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Finding the right dress is, on the one hand, a time-consuming task; on the other hand, every year there are loads of brides looking for the wedding dress of their dreams, just like you! After a while, the best dresses are bound to be snapped up! Start your search in good time so you have the widest possible choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pre-wedding classes \u2013 Start six months before the wedding <\/h5>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like a church wedding, you\u2019ll have to take part in the pre-marriage course! This is a process that takes a certain amount of time, and you won\u2019t be able to sign up for it any later than three weeks before the wedding!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finalising the arrangements for a civil wedding! \u2013 Start planning 3\u20135 months before the wedding <\/h5>\n\n\n\n
Things to do for the honeymoon<\/strong> -Start preparing 3\u20135 months before the wedding <\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The honeymoon is also one of the steps involved in organising a wedding. You need to book your flights in good time, book your accommodation, plan your itinerary, and so on. Don\u2019t forget the wedding gift list either!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ordering a wedding cake and other cakes \u2013 Start 2\u20133 months before the wedding <\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Find the one that\u2019s right for you wedding cake<\/a>, which has just as many slices as you need \u2013 you\u2019ll love it, and of course it\u2019s really tasty too! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organising stag and hen parties \u2013 Start planning 1 month before the wedding <\/h5>\n\n\n\n

You need to let everyone you want to be there know the date well in advance! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fitting your wedding dress \u2013 Start this 1 month before the wedding <\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Take a look at all the tasks broken down by month and the ideal schedule for the big day! Are you curious to know what the wedding process looks like, from the engagement right through to the big day? You can read about that here too!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A list of wedding expenses \u2013 get organised and save yourself the headache!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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We have already emphasised in several of our articles just how important it is, as part of the wedding planning process, to estimate wedding costs in advance and then keep a close track of them! Planning a wedding is, in fact, a bit like bookkeeping! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wedding Planning Made Smart! How can you manage your wedding expenses logically and efficiently?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

There are many ways to do it, but accuracy is key! You can keep track of your wedding expenses in the much-talked-about wedding journal, in an Excel file, or even online <\/a>as well. Make sure all the wedding costs are included. Always know which item each cost relates to and whether it has already been settled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does a good list for keeping track of wedding expenses include?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n