Coming up with a shared vision or set of priorities is what successful couples do to stay connected, stay on track and to save money.  The couples who take the time to do this enjoy the process much more than those who don’t.  Period.

Sometimes it is difficult to know where to start, so I’ve put together a series of questions for you to consider.  Once you have gone through all of the questions, it will be much easier to start putting together your final wedding vision.

Download a copy of the worksheet by clicking the link.  Setting Your Priorities Worksheet

All venue associated costs (including guest count) can amount to as much as 50% of your overall wedding budget, so it’s important to identify the most important aspects.  These include your ideal venue settings, the number of guests, the type of reception, your entertainment options, your food and beverage wants and needs, etc.

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The size of your wedding party also paints a picture about who you are.  It is important to identify what you would like in regards to attendants, flower girls and ring bearers.

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How you rate the importance of certain vendors helps identify your biggest wants, needs and would like to haves.  Make sure you go through this section and really think about what’s important.

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Your budget is obviously a critical factor, but how important is getting what you want versus staying absolutely on target?

Lastly, your personality will play a role in how you go about the wedding planning process.  Answer the questions in this section as honestly as possible so that you can really look at your options.

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Download the worksheet here.  Setting Your Priorities Worksheet

If there  is something I have forgotten, or if this helps you – please let me know in the comment section below!

Here’s to a fabulous wedding~

Lori 

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