Everybody knows you need a venue and an officiant. A dress, a tux, and catering are easy to remember. But what about all the other details? Read on as Mississippi wedding vendors share the top items that bride (and groom) are likely to forget on the big day, and what to do about it.
The Bridal Path
Don’t forget to have a trusted person help you with your dress throughout the day. Whether it’s bustling your gown or making sure it stays in place during photos, having someone assist will keep you comfortable and allow you to focus on enjoying your big day without dress-related stress!
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Audrey and Janie
601-982-8267
Chapman’s Florist
You want to wow guests with your floral arrangements — not overwhelm them with strong fragrance, especially for those with allergies in enclosed environments. It’s also an issue because fragrance doesn’t always mix well during a dining experience. While it may not bother you or your fiancé, it’s important to be mindful of your guests’ experience. If using fragrant flowers is a must, use them sparingly or in well-ventilated areas. Alternatively, opt for less fragrant varieties or focus on fragrance-free blooms that still offer visual beauty without overpowering the senses. Let Chapman’s Florist use our 25 years of experience to help answer your floral and decorating questions to make your day pleasant for everyone!
601-936-0391
Cypress Point Resort
The number one thing brides forget on their wedding day: To eat! Between the excitement, nerves, and fast-paced schedule of the day, food often gets overlooked. While it might not seem like a big deal at the time, skipping meals can lead to dizziness, fatigue, irritability, and even fainting — none of which a bride wants to experience on her big day.
With all the planning that goes into the wedding, from the perfect dress to the seating chart, ensuring the bride gets proper nourishment should also be a priority. Many brides wake up early for hair and makeup and, before they know it, they’re walking down the aisle on an empty stomach. Once the ceremony is over, the reception kicks off, and between taking photos, dancing, and socializing, there’s often little time to sit down and enjoy a meal.
To prevent this, brides should plan ahead. Assign a bridesmaid, family member, or wedding coordinator to make sure there’s a protein-packed breakfast or snack available for the bride in the morning. Having easy-to-eat foods like granola bars, fruit, or a smoothie can help keep energy levels up.
Cypress Point Resort Catering can also help alleviate this concern by providing delicious and nourishing food for the wedding party throughout the day. From a well-balanced breakfast to carefully curated snacks, their catering service ensures no one goes hungry. Additionally, they can prepare a cooler full of food for the newlyweds to enjoy at the end of the night, allowing the couple to relish the meal they so thoughtfully planned.
Staying hydrated is just as important. With all the emotions and movement throughout the day, dehydration can sneak up quickly. A simple tip is to have a bridesmaid or close friend keep a bottle of water nearby.
A wedding is a celebration, and the bride should feel her absolute best. By remembering to eat and stay hydrated, she can fully enjoy every moment without feeling weak, lightheaded, or drained. So, among the checklists and last-minute details, brides should make it a point to nourish themselves — because a happy, well-fed bride is a glowing bride!
601-829-1101
Elle James
No matter your budget, I highly recommend having a wedding planner on the day of the wedding. You need one person to oversee all the small moments so no one is coming up to you or a family member asking questions. You all need to soak up every moment!
–Kristin Panetta, owner, Elle James Bridal + The Party by Elle James
shop | 769.300.4286
cell | 601.573.3103
Gina Diamond’s Flower Co.
One to two weeks before the wedding, make sure you have communicated a time that the church or venue will be open for florists, photographers and caterers. The same can be said for your reception venue if it is a different location. This will create an organized setup so you can focus on your new life ahead.
601-707-7806
Honeysuckle Hollow
Honeysuckle Hollow Events by Design is a wedding planning company based in central Mississippi. Boasting years of experience, this team of skilled professionals ensure every aspect of your day is perfect, down to the last detail. They’ll relieve your stress and make your planning process as easy and enjoyable as possible.
Our tip for your wedding is to remember, this is your wedding. A lot of times our couples get overwhelmed by the wants of family and even their bridal party. At the end of the day, it’s your day and your memories. Don’t let anyone take that from you.
601-624-2197
PWC Events & Design Co.
The number one thing brides tend to forget on their wedding day is to reapply lip balm/stick/gloss throughout the day. Between nerves, kissing, and speaking, lips can dry out or fade throughout the day, which can affect how they look in pictures or feel during the event. A quick touch-up can make a big difference in keeping their look fresh all day long! Grooms tend to forget to eat and hydrate. They get caught up in the excitement and pre-wedding nerves and never eat. Plus, they are too busy talking and clowning with friends.
601-832-9971