A well-prepared wedding day creates a relaxed atmosphere and the most beautiful images. It's nice when all the important moments are recorded on paper. This means that a daily plan must be made. But how do you make such a daily plan and how much time do you need for each part? In this blog, you can read about the different components. At the bottom of the article, you can download a daily plan that you can use for your wedding day.
There are probably many different moments during your wedding day. Then a time schedule is an absolute must. Good planning brings peace of mind and prevents stress, so you can fully enjoy yourself.
The parts below are common at every wedding, but of course none of them are mandatory. After all, you decide which parts you find important.
Approximately how much time does each component need?
Styling a bridal hairstyle takes an average of one hour. In general, this is enough time for a hair stylist to get your hair in tip-top shape. Makeup usually takes about forty-five minutes. Of course, both depend on your look. During an appointment for a trial haircut and trial makeup session, ask approximately how much time is needed.
Putting on a wedding dress varies enormously. For example, do you have a wedding dress with lots of buttons, or is the fabric very delicate? But don't forget all the bridal accessories. You can often use the time of the last fitting and add 30 minutes to that. So there is plenty of time for the dress and accessories. Less time is needed to put on a suit. Fifteen to thirty minutes is often sufficient. If necessary, take into account how to dress your children.
After getting dressed, the first look is finally here. Sometimes, prior to the first look, the father-daughter moment takes place first. A first look generally takes fifteen to thirty minutes, but of course that also depends on the location.
The video and photo shoot is often planned in line with the first look. A good report takes at least sixty minutes, but often takes seventy-five minutes. Of course, the time this takes also depends on the location. A nice addition to the photo/video shoot is a moment in the evening just before the sun sets. This is a perfect time for beautiful video footage of you.
And finally, the moment when you both say yes to each other. On average, a ceremony takes about 30 minutes. This does depend on traditions and religion. For a Christian ceremony, you can easily add one hour to this time.
After the ceremony, you can relax. On average, a reception takes two hours. Plenty of time to have a drink, toast, cut the cake, accept congratulations, receive speeches and just chat with all the guests.
The length of a dinner varies greatly. Do you like a luxurious barbecue, walking dinner, buffet or a served three- to seven-course dinner? A three-course dinner can easily take two to two and a half hours. Also take into account any speeches that may be scheduled between courses. An average speech takes about three minutes. Please also report this to the master of ceremonies and the wedding location. But maybe you like to dine endlessly and don't throw a party. In that case, allow for more time.
The best time for a first dance, or also known as an opening dance, is right at the start of the party night. You couldn't have a better opening, right? Traditionally, the father-daughter dance and the mother-son dance follow immediately after the first dance, but of course this is also possible at the same time. Read this one blog about an alternative wedding opening.
After that, of course, you want to keep partying as long as possible, but keep in mind the closing time of your wedding location. The planning also takes into account the throwing of the bridal bouquet and any videos and photos at sunset.
After such a wonderful long day, it's time to say goodbye. It is likely that you will not be able to speak to everyone in person. Take ten to twenty extra minutes into account in your schedule.
✓ Take into account the guests who are only present in the evening and are likely to want to congratulate you.
✓ Take into account travel time and any expected delays. For example, delays due to parking or a busy Saturday afternoon in the city.
✓ Take just a little bit more time than you think you need for each part. Better to be relaxed because you have time to spare than rushed because of the pressure of time.
