Congratulations on your engagement! Being engaged can be an exciting and busy time. Here at The Stables at Cypress Creek wedding and event venue in Tuscaloosa Alabama, we know how quickly vendors and venues book up! We would love to help you jump start your wedding planning with our guide on the top 8 things to do after you get engaged in Birmingham Alabama.
1.Celebrate: Enjoy the moment take it all in and go out and celebrate with you and your fiance ,you will not be able to do it again so embrace it! After you have celebrated with your fiance, share this exciting time with your closet friends and family with an evening out on the town at a local restaurant like Highlands Bar and Grill in Birmingham Alabama.
2.Discuss Your Vision : This is a great time to for each of you to discuss your mutual vision for the wedding, including themes, size, and the kind of ceremony you desire. Whether it's a elegant outdoor ceremony or a rustic barn event, or a contemporary, sophisticated celebration, assemble a vision board that showcases your preferred color palettes, themes, and decorations. This visual guide will serve to maintain your inspiration and assist in conveying your concepts to your preferred vendors.
3.Set a Budget: Determine how much you are willing and able to spend on the wedding. . This is one of the most important steps you need to take in the beginning stages. You will need to be honest about the realistic goals of what you can spend on your wedding. Prioritize your spending budget based on vendors. If having a videographer like Cypress Creek Productions is one of the must haves, you may need to cut back on your floral budget. This discussion will lay the foundation for all your planning decisions, from choosing an affordable wedding venue to deciding on your catering menu. You are in the early stages so don't stress about every dollar at first, you are getting a ball park figure now but will refine this budget as time goes on.
4.Choose your Date: It's important to keep your wedding date flexible until you have booked the perfect wedding venue. Some of the most popular venues book up to 12- 18 months or more out from the couples wedding date. Rather than only choosing a specific date, choose a date range, or wedding season for your date. For example, you both love fall colors, cooler months, pastel colors, and you don't want to worry about 100 degree temperature at your wedding. It would be safe to say you are looking at a fall wedding. Your choice might depend on factors like seasonal preferences, venue availability, and personal schedules.
5.Start Your Guest List: Discuss a list of people you’d like to invite. This will help with venue size and catering needs. You don't need final numbers at this time, but writing down each other guest list helps you determine if a certain venue is even large enough of an option prior to touring. The Stables at Cypress Creek has a max capacity of 150 guests. Remember, that the more guest you have the higher the budget you will need to accommodate your guest list. . So if you are trying to decide on ways to reduce your budget having a smaller more intimate wedding may be the way to go.
6.Research Venues: Begin looking at some of your favorite wedding venues for your ceremony and reception. Consider location, capacity, and availability. Finding the perfect venue is one of the first and most important tasks on your list, as popular locations book up quickly. When going through your list of venues, keep your budget in mind and look for options that offer flexibility in days of the week for your wedding and the best value for your budget. If you’re looking for an affordable wedding venue that still delivers on elegance a great location and amenities, consider venues like The Stables at Cypress Creek in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Our picturesque setting nestled on 17 acres surrounding by trees , with breathtaking West Alabama sunset views and a beautifully designed bridal suite, and so many flexible wedding ceremony locations, provides the perfect backdrop for your special day. Combined with our affordable wedding venue packages, it's an ideal choice for couples seeking both charm and affordability.
7.Choose a Photographer for your Engagement Photos: Once you have secured your wedding venue you can start researching photographers who fit the style and look you are going for. Some couples prefer a more film like cinematic look while other couples prefer a light and airy style of photos. Your engagement photos should be a fun laid back time that gives you a chance to meet the photographer learn each others personality, share your vision and decide if this could be the photographer to photograph your wedding or bridal portraits.
8.Enjoy Each Other: In the middle of all the planning, it's important to take a breath from all the buys wedding planning and enjoy each others company. It's important to remember that this wedding planning time should be one of the most joyful moment of your life . This is one of the most joyful times of your life and the only time you will ever get to plan the biggest wedding party for the two of you and your closet family and friends. While you are going through your to do list it's important to set aside time for date nights, romantic walks together, and cherish every moment as you celebrate your love of this new journey together.
Congratulations on your engagement! We are so excited for the two of you! The next few weeks and months will be brimming with inward joy, date nights, researching and several important decisions that will lay the foundations for your wedding planning preparations. When planning your Alabama wedding, it's clear that every detail is crucial. From selecting the perfect dress to finding the ideal venue, each decision plays a role in the vision of your big celebration. If you are still looking for the perfect wedding venue contact us at The Stables at Cypress Creek in Tuscaloosa Alabama to schedule a tour. Remember to enjoy the wedding planning journey and take it all in.
Special thanks to all the amazing locally owned and operated wedding venues from across the country who continue to inspire and support us daily.
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