Wedding planning is fun for the most part, but there are always going to be elements and tasks that we would rather not have to do and many of those come up right in the last few months of planning. So, here are some tools that will help you get those not-so-enjoyable, last-minute wedmin tasks ticked off the list.
Budget Tracking
Keeping track of your budget is imperative, but it can be really tough to know how best to allocate your money to specific wedding elements. The Guides for Brides budget calculator can help you keep an eye on your spending plans. Using our clever algorithm that has been created based on thousands of couples' wedding budgets, we recommend a maximum spend for each of your wedding categories.Â
You can adjust each element up or down and freeze either the entire budget or a specific element of your wedding. It's really useful where you need to work out how much you have to spare on those last-minute elements. Give it a try here.
Changing Your Name
Changing your name can be a lengthy (and daunting) task. Couples are now starting the process sooner to get all their paperwork in order; sending off the relevant documents once they have tied the knot to get the process done and dusted as soon as they can. That's where our partners at NameSwitch come in. They are able to make the name change process as easy for you as possible. Their unique and secure system allows you to quickly complete all the forms and letters you'll need to change your name across an unlimited number of places. All you'll then need to do is sign and send them.Â
NameSwitch saves the average couple around 14 hours of admin and research. As a valued member of Guides for Brides you are entitled to £5 off any of their packages. Enter GFBFIVE at checkout to apply the discount.
Managing your Guest List
From the moment you create your guest list, you'll not only need to keep track of things whether you've sent the invitations out, but you'll also need to monitor allergies, special requirements and whether or not they have responded to your invitation.
The Guides for Brides wedding planner will help you with all of this. Use it to track dietary requirements, RSVPs or even just use it to keep contact details. What's more, all of your guests, their contacts and these special details can be exported to a spreadsheet, making your life even easier. Especially when you need to chase those RSVPs!
The Table Plan
Mapping out your table plan is one of those tough tasks that can take a lot of time. Many couples find they need to draft their table plan multiple times as it often takes a lot of discussions and careful planning. To make this task easier, use the table plan feature in our online wedding planner.
Using our online system, you can edit and rearrange the table plan as much as you like. Then, once you are happy with the way your guests are seated, you can print your plan out.
Last Minute Supplier Panic
Whether you've forgotten to plan a particular element of your wedding or facing the stress of a last-minute supplier cancellation, our Late Availability search will help you find a professional who can assist you. You can search for a supplier near you with availability up to 18 months in advance of the wedding date. It's a simple tool that can really help you avoid those last-minute panics.
