Some Advice for Planning Your Greek Wedding: Getting what you want

So we have covered budget, forethought and information packs, now I think a little needs to be said about how you go about organising and getting exactly what you want.  Firstly you need to organise your thoughts.  If you had been getting hitched in your country of residence there would have been more margin for error but when you are dealing with suppliers hundreds of miles away it is a little more difficult to rectify these mistakes.  This is where images and a moodboard are going to come in handy.  Scour the Internet and cut images out of magazines (these do not only have to be wedding magazines). Interior design magazines are great for ideas as well as gardening magazines, even the magazines out of the newspapers can have some inspiring images in them.  These images are going to make it a lot easier to convey to your suppliers exactly want you want, especially if there is a language barrier.

You also have to take into account that generally things take a little longer in Greece.  Quotes are not as quickly turned around as in the UK or the USA so you will have to have a bit more patience and plan for this.  Don't rush the suppliers or yourselves this will only lead to mistakes.  Take you time.

I found that setting up a wedding website was also extremely efficient.  We had some changes to venues and itineraries which without the website would have been a nightmare to rectify.  In having a website you are able to update your guests on any changes and also gives them a way to voice any queries that they might have.  We are now in the age of technology and to be honest, when embraced, truly simplifies your planning experience.  Put a RSVP form on there for the disorganised guests and incorporate a special diet request form.

If you have a decor idea that you are extremely keen to have at your wedding and cannot find it, or it is too expensive in Greece, think outside the box a little.  Can you make it yourself or can you source it more affordability and have it shipped to your wedding location.  Also take into account that some airlines allow you to prebook extra baggage at a reasonable price, so you can also take it with you personally.  Anything is possible if you attack it methodically. So my main advice is, take some time to work out exactly what you want from your wedding; what atmosphere, what type of decor, your menu and then work from there.  The details can change without bankrupting you as long as you have the main ideas pinned down.

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