I would like to become a Wedding Planner but I live in Western Australia and we dont have any courses over here in Wedding Planning. I believe that this would be a beautiful industry to get in. Please help
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The problem is that most courses like "Wedding Planning" actually don't lead to any work. In this business it is experience that is A&O. The best two ways to get that experience is to contact a Wedding planner/company in for ex Sidney, tell them that you have a deep desire to do this kind of work, and then ask to do a mounth practice at there office or side-by-side with an experienced planner(that mounth will probebly be unpayed, so you need some savings). If they think you have potential to exceed in that carrer, they might take you on as a wedding-assistant and train you up to be a Wedding Planner. This is by far the best option to get into a very competetive business, and you will bypass LOADS of outher people with "WP-courses" behind them. The outher thing you can do means a lot more work from you from day one, but you don't need to move to do it. Plead with your friends(and even people you used to know from school, but only know by name). Offer to take care of all there arrrangemangs for there wedding-day(for FREE) and tell them they only have to pay for the actual cost of the arrangements, such as the food, the venue, the Church etc, but you give your services for free. This will not only give you a lot of important experience, but if the wedding goes well and smouth, use them as a reference. I can promiss you one thing: If it (the wedding-arrangements) go goes well and the cuple are happy, they will tell there friends and you will get work automatically... but by then you need to charge for your services. Good Luck!!!
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What's the difference between planning a wedding reception now and planning one later?  A few months doesn't change the amount work involved in a reception.  Eloping to Jamaica could be fun.  We went to a wedding in the Dominican Republic in December, it was nice.  Our friends invited people to go, but you don't have to do that.  Good luck.
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yes, as a matter of fact, I've been looking into starting a business with my sister, fashion jewelry, purses, ceramic art from various cultures.  The idea is there, but the actual initial step as to how...is the problem, lack of guidance...I'm interested in any info you have to offer...thanks. \n\ncontact me at cnas_dsgns at yahoo
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First pick a day! then find you Pastor,Justice of the pease,Who ever you are going to have Marry you! That is usually the hardest part to get set.Make sure they are available the day that you want. Marrige license tend to expire within 60 days I think so figure that into the day you have set with your "Pastor".Week days are cheeper if your going for an inside wedding/reception.Out side is even cheeper. We did out side.Do you have or want a theme? Example: Hawaiian Theme go to Oriental Trading on line,it is a part/novelty company they have tons of party supplys in bulk. Based on you theme/ colors what kind of dress. In our wedding that was the most expencive.My bride's maids agreed to buy there own dresses,they actually had fun picking out matching dresses. We bought shirts for the Grooms men (We Know Guys)If you want it done right do it your self. and who knows what they would have came back with! any way...\nCake I did my own cake. 3 teirs white and chocolate. White frosting.My frosting recipe(feel lucky!) Mix powdered sugar and unsalted butter and only a table spoon of vanilla with about a cup of milk.Awsome frosting!The rest could be purchased at a rental place near you based on how much you are ready to spend. A big rental place is usually good about helping with number of guests and how far you can go on your budget. This is all if you choose to do an out doors wedding.\nHopefully I have been helpful. If you need any more advice e-mail me brudneyflower@yahoo.com
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I'm not sure what to name your wedding planner services but a suggestion would be something that starts with an "A" or some numbers so that it is in the beginning of the section of weddding planners in your local telephone book so that people looking for such will call you before they call many others.  Example- A plan before you step wedding services.  I know that's corny but it's just an example LOL
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If you want a fancy ceremony, go for it.  A nice one would be in a park.  VERY inexpensive.  Or in a greenhouse.  I had mine there and they took care of everything for a VERY low price and even helped me find a minister.  I think it was like $100 and they set up the chairs and flowers and alter.  It was so beautiful.  Then we had our reception at a decent restaurant that had a buffet line.  The whole wedding only cost about $500 which is actually really cheap.  And it was wonderful to top it off.  You could get a teenager to do the music.  A friend to take pictures.  You dont need a lot of money to have an incredible wedding.  Just some imagination is all.
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Call up event planning companies and tell them you want to get into it.  You may need to volunteer your time first. . . . .thats what all wedding planning and event planning professionals say. . .  you may also want to volunteer for charity events or other functions so you get experience.\n\nPlan parties for friends and famliy!  Thats another good way to get into it and build up a portfolio of centerpieces or other thngs you have made yourself.  But after you get all that, call up companes and let them konw you want to help them so you can up your experience and eventually you'll get a job with them when they see how awesome you are!
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You might try IOSCAR.  It asks questions and suggests occupations that you would be interested in.  "Wedding planner" may not be on the list, but if that is what you really want to do, the suggestions should be close to that and will give you an idea of what kind of training or college degee would be helpful to you.\n\nhttp://www.ioscar.org/tx/ip/ipinstruct.asp
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I am getting married in September and my fiance asked me if I would sign a pre-nup.  I research the law and it's a no-fault and it's not community either (like CA) so basically it's sad.  I would see if you can get your lawyer to have your husband pay for your education.  So you can go back to school and get a degree and pick up the pieces.
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Unfortunately it seems as though your friend didn't do much research before choosing her planner. I am a wedding planner and depending what was in the contract, the wedding planner might not be in the wrong. Wrapping wedding favors, printing out programs and all other extra duties are supposed to be done by the bridesmaids, or any other family members who have agreed to help...unless otherwise stated in the contract. The wedding planner, I promise, had to do much more than the three of you...even though it seems like you haven't slept and are getting sick of things, you agreed to help once you accepted your duty in the bridal party.
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Taking a class will surely get you off in the right direction, but if you can get a job as an assistant to a wedding planner, or event planning/management, or in one of the industries involved in weddings and event coordination, then that is the absolute best way to learn practical experience about best operating procedures and pitfalls to avoid other than making them yourself!
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It is going to be very expensive to have such a big wedding. You need to figure out the cost and make sure you get the money in plenty of time. You don't want to get stuck with huge expenses.
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We were married by a Justice of the Peace - called a "marriage commissioner" where we live.  It was quite beautiful.  We were married outside, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.  The man who did our ceremony was very dignified and contributed tremendously to the ceremony.  It is not the size of the wedding that matters - it is the commitment being made by the couple getting married.
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This is interesting since I went through this with my son. The unfortunate part is that you want to do this just before x-mas and have people go south to join you on this wedding party. The downside is the cost to everyone for a forced trip to see you get married. My son and his bride invited 60 people to join them. The cost was in the $1000's of dollars....12 people showed up...the others could not afford the trip...even I did not go...I could not afford the price of the trip and accommodations either....in my opinion...get married where it is convenient for everyone to come....IT may be YOUR DAY...but LIFE is not ALL ABOUT YOU...ultimately
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I would start with a budget. There are a ton of sites out there (theknot.com probably being the most popular) that offer budget planners. Figure out what is important to you...you should get to spoil yourself just a little on your wedding day! \n\nAlso dont be afraid to ask friends and family with special skills if they wouldnt mind lending a hand. For example, my brothers girlfriend's sister went to culinary school, Ive only met her a few times, but she is happy to make my cake (more as a favor to her sisters boyfriend, but Ill take what I can get!) \n\nI just made my hopefully all-inclusive budget, here are the things I included:\n\nReception Dinner - if you have it at a relatives house or hall, you might be able to have family prepare the meals and save money on the site and food costs.\n\nReception Alcohol- limit it to beer and wine and see if you can provide the alcohol yourself if you have it at a restaurant or inn.\n\nRehearsal dinner- try bbq or pot luck\n\nwedding rings\n\ndress, alterations, & accessories- try a consignment shop, or if youre a size 6ish try sample gown sales.\n\nphotography- try posting bulletins at local colleges for photography majors and ask to see their portfolios\n\nDJ- I have heard people hooking ipods up to stereo systems, although I dont know how well that would work\n\nInvitations- you can get pretty basic ones from target/walmart/kmart/etc for cheap that arent bad\n\ncake- have a small one for show, and buy sheet cake from a grocery store to serve\n\nCake Accessories- you can register for the cake topper and knives and hope to get them for your bridal shower, or use your parents or grandparents and they will have added meaning!\n\nwedding party gifts\n\ncenterpieces- Im thinking of ordering bulk flowers from sams club or costco, and getting a friend to take care of it to cut costs\n\ntransportation- if a family member has a nice car opt for that over the ridiculously priced limo\n\ngrooms attire- go for a suit over a tux\n\nHoney Moon- go somewhere close enough to drive to\n\nmarriage license- usually around $50\n\nwedding favors- these are optional any way, but if you want to have them donate a small amount to charity and let the guests know that you have made a donation to charity in their names in leiu of a wedding favor (no one has to know how much, and Im sure you local fire dept or animal shelter would appreciate even a $50-100 donation)\n\npostage- for save the dates (optional), invites, rsvp, and thank you (you may be able to cut costs by asking guests to rsvp online)\n\ninsurance- YES YOU NEED THIS! if someone gets into an accident after driving home drunk from your wedding guess who they will sue! everyone! the bartender, the restaurant, and you! plus, its good if something unexpected happens, i.e. the electricity goes out at the reception site, etc. its only about $100, see if you can get it through your home owners policy, or look online, Im sure there are sites.\n\nHope that's helpful and not overwhelming! Good luck and congratulations!
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I'm ready to get married. I have finished two degrees (BA and Masters), and have a clear plan for what I feel the rest of my life should be like - the pursuits, the activities, the financials, etc. I am tired of casual dating, and want to connect with someone on a deeper level. I am considering a child, but I am really undecided on children - STILL - so it's NOT the biological clock thing. It's not a factor at all.
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If you get married in greece , and then certify your marrige certificate, and then get it applyed from The Us Empassy in greece , it should be approved and you won`t need to get married againe in the US, i have done it, i got married outside the US and did all the paper work, so i`m telling you out of expereince, and if you need furter help i`l be there, just e-mail me,