In most cases, planning a wedding takes a tremendous amount of effort. Read this article to find a few ideas and organize your wedding efficiently, without forgetting anything.

If you are having a destination wedding or a wedding outdoors, take into consideration the role that the wind will play. Make sure that all of your decorations are weighted down so that they do not fall out of place and ruin the arrangement. This will help you maintain aesthetic beauty at your wedding.

Include your children in your wedding to make sure that it’s an enjoyable experience for everyone. Start right when you begin planning by asking them what elements they would like to include in the ceremony. You can even have your oldest child walk you down the aisle and give you away to their new step-parent.

Including pets in a wedding can be a fun, original way to celebrate your union! Dress your doggy up as a groomsman or bridesmaid and take them up the aisle with you. But do have someone take the dog away during the actual ceremony so it doesn’t end up barking or doing something it shouldn’t!

Choose your reception venue with the guests in mind. If your family is mostly elderly then you aren’t likely to choose a location with a lot of stairs, or a big dance floor. If you have anyone in your family who is handicapped then you should ensure that the venue knows they’re coming and will make everything accessible to them.

If you cringe at the thought of purchasing an extremely expensive yet incredibly unhealthy wedding cake, there are other options available. You should consider getting in touch with local bakeries and specialty boutiques to inquire about individual portions that are healthier. Some bakeries are able to make healthier cupcakes that contain less than 100 calories in each serving providing you with healthier options such as fruit- fillings in replacement to frosting, calorie-free sweeteners and gluten-free ingredients.

Don’t overcrowd your wedding reception tables with excessive flowers. In many cases, it will just prevent guests from talking to each other. Not only that, but you may have some guests who are allergic to flowers. Opt for using non-scented candles instead of flower arrangements for a romantic and luxurious look.

Fashionable and luxury-loving brides can choose to embellish their bouquet with a touch of sparkle; think Swarovski crystals, rhinestones, and even a sprinkle of diamonds. All this requires is some heat-fixed crystals or adhesive, small costume jewelry pieces, or an heirloom piece. Make sure it goes with your dress and accessories, and that the color, cut, and size of the stones compliment your ensemble.

You can save a lot of money by purchasing cupcakes or mini tarts rather than a large tiered wedding cake. Times have changed and despite the oddness you may feel based on tradition, guests tend to prefer this and it saves not only money but also prevents waste. Guests can take cupcakes with them as they are leaving.

If you want to elope in Vegas, go for it! However, if you’re hoping for something a little more special or traditional, then the suggestions you’ve just read should help you put together the wedding of your dreams. Hopefully, you’ll be able to look back on you wedding, proudly, forever.