Do you think it is possible to start planning today for a wedding on May 11?

zingy1 · February 2013

Regardless of the reasons behind the short time line . . . what do you ladies think about starting today and having everything done by May 11? Obviously the short timeline changes some things. Like . . . no need for a save the date card!

I'm curious to know how long you have all been planning and what you've already accomplished . . . and what's left.

lalans · February 2013

Yes! I originally wanted very little time to plan...you'll have to do everything at once, but then again you won't have time to overthink things. The other downside is finding vendors that arn't booked. Just be less picky!

tlc35 · February 2013

I think it can be done but you have to be flexible. It also depends on your area. You likely won't get first choice vendors and will have to use what is available. I would definitely start by seeing if you can find a venue that is available. As for me I had a 1 year engagement and I have a venue booked and my dress is here. I have a photographer and a DJ. We need to firm up the guest list and send invites. We still need to get a marriage license but that can only be done 30 days in advance. HTH

SSaltzman87 · February 2013

If you're planning for something extremely small and low key- absolutely. Would I personally put myself through that stress? No. You won't have the time to thoroughly research vendors and you'd have to order invitations now to make sure you'd get them on time (or pay a rush fee) and to send them out. You'd pretty much have to be doing something WR every minute of every day from now until May 11th.

I've been engaged since May 2010 so my wedding's been almost 3 years in the making. Having a long engagement at times has sucked, but in the end I'm SO grateful I've had more time to save up money and really think about the choices FI and I are making for the wedding. I think there will be very little I regret after it's all over.

zingy1 · February 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-club-boards_may-2013-weddings_do-you-think-it-is-possible-to-start-planning-today-for-a-wedding-on-may-11?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding Club BoardsForum:ea657a87-d1dc-4588-999f-31c9deeef720Discussion:45a58b83-14ef-4e28-ba08-a2da96f07547Post:2ccd1cc6-1fc7-461f-81ff-7a9d18f1a9c2">Re: Do you think it is possible to start planning today for a wedding on May 11?</a>:
[QUOTE]If you're planning for something extremely small and low key- absolutely. Would I personally put myself through that stress? No. You won't have the time to thoroughly research vendors and you'd have to order invitations now to make sure you'd get them on time (or pay a rush fee) and to send them out. You'd pretty much have to be doing something WR every minute of every day from now until May 11th. I've been engaged since May 2010 so my wedding's been almost 3 years in the making. Having a long engagement at times has sucked, but in the end I'm SO grateful I've had more time to save up money and really think about the choices FI and I are making for the wedding. I think there will be very little I regret after it's all over.
Posted by SSaltzman87[/QUOTE]

Yikes! 3 years sure is a long time. Have you ever felt like that was so much time that you over-analyzing choices? I want to enjoy it, but I also don't want it to consume my life . . . for fear that the big day might be a big let down.

turtleslove · February 2013

It is possible, depends on the person and the wedding.. How many people are you inviting?

mss274 · February 2013

I would get a dress ASAP. If a dress is important to you, you may not be able to get a dress in that time.

Texasgal05 · February 2013

I think it is possible - you just have to move very quickly!

Swazzle · February 2013

I'm sure it's possible you will just have to accept the fact that vendors that you want will already be booked.

rswans · February 2013

I had a friend put together a 200+ person wedding in about three months. She didn't get her first choice of vendors, but she got it done and it was beautiful! Make sure to get the dress and venues asap and then from there, the first question you should ask a vendor is if they have the day open so you don't waste any time if they don't.

HoneyBunny13 · February 2013

I think so. I've been procrastinating MAJORLY compared to some ladies on here but that's how I work best. You would need to secure your dress and venue asap as well as the invites and catering. So if you worked quickly and were willing to settle for vendors that may not be your top first choice, it's definitely possible!

agsmom · February 2013

I'm with HoneyBunny. I've been procrastinating. Now I'm scrambling, but I know I will get it done. Meeting with florists & shopping for dress today. I'm decided on the entertainment just need to sign contract & mail check. Still have quite a few things to do, but its coming together.

unclaimedpants · February 2013

It's do-able. We got engaged the last week in October & are getting married May 4. I know I could have it planned in 3 months...the only reason we waited 6 was because I wanted warm weather for an outside ceremony.

The only things I have left to do are getting a bustle in my dress, getting a shirt and ring for FI, picking out music (I don't have a strong opinion so I've been procrastinating on this), printing programs and menus, and other random DIY things that I've taken on that are "extras" and not necessary. Everything else I have done in 3 months.

GL!

SSaltzman87 · February 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-club-boards_may-2013-weddings_do-you-think-it-is-possible-to-start-planning-today-for-a-wedding-on-may-11?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20Club%20BoardsForum:ea657a87-d1dc-4588-999f-31c9deeef720Discussion:45a58b83-14ef-4e28-ba08-a2da96f07547Post:376091eb-540a-489a-820f-c824b296cfb0">Re: Do you think it is possible to start planning today for a wedding on May 11?</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Do you think it is possible to start planning today for a wedding on May 11? : Yikes! 3 years sure is a long time. Have you ever felt like that was so much time that you over-analyzing choices? I want to enjoy it, but I also don't want it to consume my life . . . for fear that the big day might be a big let down.
Posted by zingy1[/QUOTE]
Not really actually because I'm really decisive and knew what I wanted. Also one good thing about a few of my vendors is that since I booked them, they've raised their prices at least a couple times so was able to lock in a lower rate. For Example, my photographer was charging $1700 when I booked her- her rate is now almost $2500! <div>
</div><div>There are pros and cons to both, it's ultimately up to you to decide what's best for you.</div>

faithxmarie · February 2013

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-club-boards_may-2013-weddings_do-you-think-it-is-possible-to-start-planning-today-for-a-wedding-on-may-11?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20Club%20BoardsForum:ea657a87-d1dc-4588-999f-31c9deeef720Discussion:45a58b83-14ef-4e28-ba08-a2da96f07547Post:376091eb-540a-489a-820f-c824b296cfb0">Re: Do you think it is possible to start planning today for a wedding on May 11?</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Do you think it is possible to start planning today for a wedding on May 11? : Yikes! 3 years sure is a long time. Have you ever felt like that was so much time that you over-analyzing choices? I want to enjoy it, but I also don't want it to consume my life . . . for fear that the big day might be a big let down.
Posted by zingy1[/QUOTE]

<div>I actually got engaged in May 2010 too! Three years was not our intention (he's in the military), but it's worked out nicely for saving up money. I will say it was far too long in terms of making decisions. I have changed my mind on things 100 times and have really planned multiple weddings. It's been overwhelming at times.</div><div>
</div><div>With that being said, I think three months might be hard for the opposite reasons. For me personally, I have to research everything before making a decision. If you weren't doing anything BUT planning for three months, I'd say go for it! If you have to work or want to have free time, I don't know if I would do it! But that's just me! =)</div>

marston258 · February 2013

I think it also depends on how much time you have to devote to planning a wedding between now and then. I have been engaged since August 2011 and am still feeling like I am behind alot of you. However, we own a business together and both work full time and we bought a house and are fixing it so our life is crazy busy. I could not have done it the way my life is currently, but I think I could if I had just work and no other committments. I have enjoyed taking the time to enjoy my engagement though. One good thing - last Winter we considered May 2012 and there were some great deals on things for vendors who still had open dates - great savings if you can be flexible!

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