Setting the Wedding Date

If you are thinking about an early spring wedding, consider an indoor wedding ceremony, since the weather conditions may be unpredictable.

If you have your wedding in August, remember that this is a popular vacation month.

If you don't send your invitations out well in advance, you might receive a higher number of regrets.

Saturday weddings generally cost more - so you may want to choose to have your wedding on Friday night or Sunday afternoon to save money.

Look at meal times. Serving lunch or/and dinner for your guests can get quite expensive, but if you hold the reception before or after these times, you can serve just hors d'oeuvres and save a lot of money on catering.

Think about your guests. Traveling to your wedding may be more difficult if the wedding is near a big travel holiday such as Thanksgiving or Christmas.

Check both of your employers' vacation policies before you select a date so you know you’ll be able to go on the honeymoon.

Choose your dress style carefully. If you want long sleeves or a gown made of a heavy material, rule out the blistering hot months of summer.

Depending on your religion, location, and budget, there are some days you should just avoid. For example, it may be tough for your guests to have fun at a wedding held on April 30th when they are worried about getting their tax return in the mail before midnight.