The best way to keep your cool when planning your wedding is to stay organized. Here are 6 tips to keep your head on straight while planning your perfect day.
Tip #1: Create a Wedding-Only Email Address
The first thing to do before reaching out to any vendors is to create a wedding-only email address. You will use this for wedding-related communication only. This is a must when planning. Having a separate email address will help you stay organized and keep your regular inbox a wedding-free zone.
We recommend using your "weddinghashtag@___.com" or "your name + fiance's name + wed@____.com" (e.g. sararyanwed@gmail.com). Gmail is our favorite free email service provider. Share this inbox with your partner so you both have access to it.
Tip #2: Have a Dedicated Wedding Notebook
Get a notebook for wedding-only items. You can track your ideas, questions, and notes in one easy to locate place. Try to find one with a storage pocket for loose sheets and business cards.
Tip #3: Use Google Drive to Store Your Wedding Files
We built our Ultimate Wedding Kit with Google Drive because it is the best way to access, organize, and edit wedding files. It’s also free and super easy to use. You can work online or offline and access your files from any device. We can’t recommend it enough.
Tip #4: Simplify Your Wedding Folders
When planning, you’ll be collecting a lot of documents and using a lot of spreadsheets. We recommend organizing your folders as below. The fewer folders the better, so try to keep it as simple as you can.
To Do
Budget
Guest List & RSVP Tracker
Wedding Vision
Final Wedding Details
Vendor Files
Contracts/Invoices
Miscellaneous
Tip #5: Track Your Wedding Supplies
The best thing you'll buy for your wedding is......a clear storage bin. Yes, it’s true. Why? You'll collect lots of wedding supplies and decor over the course of your wedding planning. Where will you store it all? Yes, your brand new bin.
Get a clear bin and lid for the Rehearsal, Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception. Next, create a tracker sheet. Make a table with the headings, "Item, Quantity, Location, Purpose, Instructions". Tape this to the top of each bin and fill it in each time you add an item. We've included this in our Ultimate Wedding Kit but you can grab the sheet below for free!
Using this technique, you’ll be able to see what you have and as need for each event. You'll also be able to transport everything easily.
Tip #6: Use the Best Planning Kit
Finally, the best way to stay organized and stress-free is by using Wedding Kit Co.’s Ultimate Wedding Kit. You’ll save your time, your dime, and your peace of mind! Made for couples who need the resources of a wedding planner but don't want to spend thousands hiring one.
