Gettyimages.com/Bride and groom sitting on lawn chairs on the grass in front of tree; wedding taking place outdoors in Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya
After having most of my good girlfriends married off now, I’ve had a chance to talk them about what they thought of their weddings. They’re all at least six months past their big days now, so they’ve had the space and time to really reflect on the event without the high emotions that come near the actual wedding. It’s been pretty eye-opening, and I’ve learned some things from them that could really save me a headache (and money) later. Once the wedding planning begins, the brides can be so nervous/excited/overwhelmed that they can’t see straight and are convinced that they must buy this upsell on the flowers, table settings, party favors, and chairs. But once the big day is over, they realize how much of that didn’t even go noticed or touched. So, here are the only things that matter at a wedding.
Gettyimages.com/Portrait of happy couple toasting wine glasses
An open bar
There seems to be a resounding agreement that, if you don’t have an open bar, guests feel ripped off. Many of them flew hundreds of miles and booked hotels to be here, but they have to pay for their own martini? Furthermore, if the guests can drink plenty, they’ll love whatever food you serve and whatever music you play. So, if you must, choose the cheaper caterer so you can afford an open bar.
