Wednesday, February 12, 2014

10 Wedding Planning Secrets Every Bride Should Know - Part 3 of 10



SECRET #3
IT TAKES RESEARCH TO GET
THE BEST VENDORS FOR YOUR WEDDING
     This is probably the most difficult area for most brides because it involves a lot of time and energy. The very best avenues of finding the best vendors for your wedding can be divided into two categories – 1)  thru Bridal shows and 2) thru word of mouth – recommendations from family and friends, as well as vendors you have selected.
     Let’s look at Bridal Shows. These events can be large or small. There are benefits for both. But the fact is, you will find some of the finest vendors at these shows because they have demonstrated  their eagerness to be at your wedding, plus they have cleared many of the requirements to qualify to be in the show. They have invested their marketing dollars to be there. They have a vested interest in making sure you are happy.
     Word of mouth is strong, too, but you are still going to have to decide if they meet your expectations. And, you will still need to interview them before booking them. You want to make sure your personalities are a good match. Your best word of mouth referrals will come from the vendors you have already booked. In most cases, they have seen these vendors work on several occasions before.
     While the internet and websites are available for you to use in your planning, be very, very careful to not take too much credence in what you see. Anyone or any business can create a pretty website with all types of fancy flash and dash. Reviews seen on various websites can be a good gauge of how each vendor performs. It is still important for you to meet with the individuals you find on the internet.

Stay tuned for Secret #4

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