One of the main worries for any bride and groom is that the wedding day is going to go smoothly. Remember that nothing is ever completely perfect and that there are so many variables that you cannot guarantee that things will not go wrong, but there are a few things that you can do to make sure that your wedding day has as few problems as possible.
Delays
These tend to be the biggest problem on the actual day of the wedding. It could be that your transportation is stuck in a traffic jam, or the catering could be late. Checking as early as you can on the day of the wedding that everything is running on schedule is a good idea. Ask for the transport to get to you a little earlier than you want to leave – this can help to offset any traffic problems that they meet. Talk to the caterers about how they are going to be working. Will they prepare the food at the venue or prepare it elsewhere and transport it in? Working at the venue can be the best option as it means they get there early and there should not be a problem.
Issues with dresses
A bride’s worst nightmare is that something is going to happen to the dress on the day of the wedding. It is very easy for the dress to be torn or pulled, or even have something spilled on it before or during the big day. Once the final fitting has been done and the dress is ready, make sure it is stored in a protective bag or case to give you that additional peace of mind. On the day itself there is no telling what can happen. Standing on the hem of the dress could tear it slightly and it is a good idea to have a small sewing kit on hand so that a quick repair can be made.
Shoes
You might not think that you would have any problem with your shoes on the big day, but it can happen. It should go without saying that you should make sure that your shoes are relatively comfortable to wear before the day itself. So many people try their shoes on and just leave them until the wedding day. Find a good time to wear them for an hour or two (around the house, not outside!) and just wear them in a little so you can get used to them. Check that they are well-made too. If you saved money by buying a bargain or discount pair of shoes, then it’s a good idea to make sure that the heels are not loose and there is no stitching coming loose.
There are many other issues that you could face on your big day, but with careful planning most of them can be prevented from occurring. Just remember to have a contingency plan in place for them and you will find that your wedding will go just as smoothly as you dreamed it would.