Memphis Weddings

There is an untold amount of planning that goes into a luxurious wedding these days. It's no surprise if, at first, you find yourself more than a bit overwhelmed with all the decisions your wedding day has put before you. We have encountered a lot of weddings during our time in business, and we've asked our resident experts what process you'll best benefit from in making your dream wedding day a reality. The easiest solution is to hire a wedding coordinator. If you are a do-it-yourself kinda person, this guide is for you!

The first big decision lies in the date you choose for your big day. You'll want your decision to be based on several factors. First is the comfort of you, your wedding party, and your guests. Typically, spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures in our part of the country. However, when picking a date during these perennially favorite "wedding season" times of the year, you'll have to bear in mind that you will be paying a premium for services being rendered. This is typical in an industry that faces maximum demand during the traditional peak times of wedding season. If budget is not your primary concern, picking a date during these times of year will offer the potential for the most comfort. In contrast, the dead of winter or summer will increase the likelihood of a more extreme temperature.

Once you have a date figured out, many couples will then work to secure the venue. Before we get to that, we'd like to suggest for the artistic folks out there... You may want to consider finding your wedding photographer first thing after securing your date. Why? Well, we'll get to that later on. If photography is not set as a premium commodity on your list, find your venue as soon as you've figured out the date for your wedding. There are many, many choices for venues out there. Churches are still popular for the ceremony. Other people gravitate toward parks, golf courses, and other venues based on nature. Another option for you and your significant other is to have your ceremony and reception all in one convenient place, like a reception hall. Most halls will be happy to accommodate this. If you decide to go this route, remember that this option does not always provide the most aesthetically pleasing ceremony photos due to the inherent restrictions of an "all in one" solution. Due to the diverse nature of people and locations, the perfect choice for you is not the same as anyone else. Most important is that you're happy with your choice and that it is a decision that personifies who you are.

Don't forget food and drink when considering your venue or venues for the day. If you're not booking with a hall that caters, you will definitely want to find a caterer who can provide the all important dinner for your day. If you wish to provide drinks to your guests, make sure that your choice has a liquor license to provide adult beverages that are typically popular for weddings legally. Also, consider now what kind of cake you are getting. Like the rest of the decisions, it is purely up to personal taste (no pun intended). The biggest differentiation in cake styles is in the frosting. Fondant or buttercream. Fondant offers a multitude more when it comes to styling. However, many people out there highly prefer the taste and texture of buttercream. Personally, we enjoy the taste of buttercream. But we've seen some magnificently artistic fondant frosting creations in our day. So, this is a decision based on taste and substance. You'll want to go out and see which works best for you!

Now, let's go back to how you would like to document your day. If you are a motion picture kinda person, definitely look into a videographer who can encapsulate your day in motion. Many video production companies out there also have photographers on staff if a convenient solution is something you would be interested in. However, if you are preferential to having still captures of the day, you will want to figure out which photographer will be your companion for your big day. Whatever route you choose, remember that your photographs and/or videos will be the one lasting memento of your unforgettable day. So, you will wish to choose carefully. There are different styles, and it is important to find a style that captures your day and how you would like to document it. If you prefer a more documentary approach, many documentary or photo-journalistic wedding photographers exist in our area and the country. Or, if you are seeking more posed and hands-on wedding photography, you will want to seek a more traditional wedding photographer. If you wish for a more "dreamy" encapsulation of your day, you'll want to direct your search to "artistic" wedding photographers. Many fall within a special niche, and many more will incorporate styles from all three. Lastly, you want to be sure whomever you hire is a great match for your personality. This may be the most important aspect! Be sure to meet in person, and do your best to involve them in the planning process so that there's no doubt.