6 Wedding Planning Tips for the Modern Groom

The modern groom has evolved from being the man who just shows up in time to the man who involves himself in the wedding planning. While it is the bride-to-be who becomes so invested in planning for the big day, more and more grooms today feel the need to carry their fair share of the burden.

Although wedding planning is truly a pain in the neck, it shouldn’t be a dreadful thing, especially when it leads you and your bride to the wonderful journey that is your marriage. To make wedding planning less of a hassle and more of an enjoyable learning experience for the both of you, know how you can contribute to the entire celebration.

1. Form the guest list.

Whether alone or with your bride, put the guest list together prior to anything else. This will give you a basis on the venue and the budget needed for your wedding. Once the guest list is set, obtain each guest’s residential addresses where you can send their wedding invites.

2. Take the lead on the budgeting.

Set a meeting together with both your families to discuss on the financial aspects of the wedding. It’s not a surprising thing for each family to pay or contribute for wedding festivities, especially among younger couples. To make the meeting less awkward, especially when money matters are involved, do it over food or even with a bit of alcohol.

3. Choose your groomsmen.

Choose a squad to stand by your side during your wedding ceremony. When picking your best man, you may want someone who will cheer up the entire room yet will never let you down during the entire preparation phase. In cooperation with your bride, pick out your gentlemen’s outfits and measurements. To give it a more personalized touch, monogrammed cufflinks with their initials will be a dapper idea.

4. Plan the honeymoon.

It’s often the groom who should have the initiative to plan the honeymoon early on in the wedding planning stage. With more time to plan, you will be able to get the best packages and rates and still save up for the entire trip.

5. Pick a gift for your bride.

While not necessary, picking a gift that you can give your bride on the day of the wedding adds an intimate touch to the entire ceremony. Just like your groomsmen’s monogrammed cuff-links, you can also add a personal flair to your gift. It could be something she has specifically been eyeing on for quite a while now.

6. Arrange the marriage license.

Save your bride from the headaches of acquiring and paying for the marriage license. Before anything else, go over the specific marriage laws in your state, as it varies how each state issues marriage licenses. Generally, you and your bride will need to show valid IDs and verify your age.

Generally, it is the groom’s responsibility to keep the bride from getting any more stressed months into your big day. When something doesn’t go as planned, you by her side is all the support she will need.