One of the biggest hurdles to a smooth and stress free wedding day is poor scheduling.  Are you unsure  how long it will take for you to get ready or maybe you’re not aware of how long it takes a vendor to do their job.  Because of this your planning can go off the tracks pretty quickly.  It helps to think about the big milestones in your day, like your ceremony, first look, etc. and plan backwards from that time to get your wedding off on the right foot.

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For brides the first thing you need to address is your hair stylist and makeup artist.  For example your makeup trial may have taken one hour, but on the day of your wedding they may be even more particular about their work. Be sure to ask what they think is the absolute longest it will take them and schedule an extra 15 minutes of buffer time.[/intense_content_box]

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Are you planning on sending a card to your fiancee?  Did your husband-to-be get you a gift?  These are the story elements we look to film. When couples book Pennylane we create a detailed timeline for them to share with their other vendors to make sure we are all on the same page.

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The biggest question of the morning is what time you are putting on your dress?  This is a huge moment and one that you can’t move if you want the rest of your day to go as scheduled.  A lot of brides can get tripped up because understandbly  they don’t think about the fact that getting into their gown is a lot more than simply putting on a dress.

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Where are you getting ready?  Finding the right lighting is key to making you look the best on film. Opening a curtain or flipping a light switch can make all the difference.

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What kind of dress do you have?  If there is a zipper in the back it will be easier, but if you have buttons, or a corset this could take more time.

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What accessories are you wearing?  Shoes, jewelry, vale, tiara, etc. all add time to putting on your wedding dress[/intense_icon_list]

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Even after you are fully dressed you aren’t finished yet, because it’s possible that your photographer will want to do cool creative shots with you immediately after you put on the dress. Make sure you ask them if this is something they do and how long it will take.  These are small things that add up.

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It’s key to talk to all your vendors and find out just how much time they need.  If the lines of communication stay open, and the time is put into planning, the wedding day will be smoother, you will be calmer, and the vendors you hire will be able to do the best work they can.  Remember communication is key.

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