Step 4:
“Location, location, location. The Internet has made information far more accessible, but you have to know how to search. Blogs can be your best friend when you're looking to uncover a secret gem of a location.”

Step 5:
“Set a desired and realistic budget — giving yourself enough wiggle room for those unexpected or sometimes forgotten costs like lighting (the most important element), rentals, lounge furniture, rush shipping charges on last-minute items, additional guests you didn’t think were coming, etc. Remember: Wedding tabs can run high, so before you start committing to vendors, check the price tags. Working without a budget is like building a house without a blueprint.”

Photo: Courtesy of Gia Canali