Hello everyone! Welcome to the thread
Planning a wedding can be so tedious especially for people doing it on their own without the services of a wedding planner.
There was a thread like this before but it is no longer active. I believe I'm not the only one searching for a thread like this.
So here, we are going to be talking about a lot of things and answering a lot of questions as well concerning the wedding preparations.
So when you report to the thread, please introduce yourself

- Nickname
- Wedding date (in month or year)
- What stage of preparation you are on
- What is yet to be done
- Questions/Suggestions/Advice

Married people are welcome . Please share your experience and lessons learnt.

Vendors, please do not derail the thread
Thank you!

Stenvee:
Hello everyone! Welcome to the thread
Planning a wedding can be so tedious especially for people doing it on their own without the services of a wedding planner.
There was a thread like this before but it is no longer active. I believe I'm not the only one searching for a thread like this.
So here, we are going to be talking about a lot of things and answering a lot of questions as well concerning the wedding preparations.
So when you report to the thread, please introduce yourself

- Nickname
- Wedding date (in month or year)
- What stage of preparation you are on
- What is yet to be done
- Questions/Suggestions/Advice

Vendors, please do not derail the thread
Thank you!

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Ladies mk una come na


E go make things easier for everyone

fati2001:


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Welcome to the thread
Please introduce yourself

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Veggieseedies:
Ladies mk una come na


E go make things easier for everyone

Welcome to the thread dear
Honestly, I'm patiently waiting for them o. Let us motivate and help each other.
Please introduce yourself

LilMissFavvy:
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Welcome
Please introduce yourself, let's get to know you

Be like say Dem no dey marry nairaland girls like that o

Dem too overdo men are scum.

Don't worry, this is an attractant

First things first

SET A WEDDING BUDGET
It's critical that setting your budget be the first step in planning your wedding. It might not be the most fun part of the process, but it’s a task that really needs to be completed first because it sets the rest of your wedding planning process into motion. The last thing you want is to fall in love with a venue, vendor, dress, etc. and realize it’s completely out of range. So sit down with your partner to come up with a total budget.

- Set a reasonable budget. Anything that would make you borrow, is not reasonable. Cut your coat according to your size.

- Do not let your parents or friends pressure you into exceeding your budget. If they want it big, they should support or even sponsor the wedding. Remember, there is life after wedding.

- Let your budget be based on your earnings(you and your partner). Do not rely or make your plans based on the money friends/family promised you. This would help you not to be stranded if they fail to live up to their promises.

So, do you have a budget already?
Yes? That's great
No? Get to work

Seems no one is ready to do this. Alright
Signing out!

Stenvee:
Seems no one is ready to do this. Alright
Signing out!

It's too early for you to give up.
You can call on married women to share their experiences.

Stenvee, don't go please.
This thread is useful, and it'll eventually help a lot of people.

Hi �
I'm Ishaya. I'm not a bride-to-be but I'm hoping to learn a thing or two.
Cheers!

Saintmary:


It's too early for you to give up.
You can call on married women to share their experiences.

Alright! I will try one more time

NerdyAboki:
Stenvee, don't go please.
This thread is useful, and it'll eventually help a lot of people.

Hi �
I'm Ishaya. I'm not a bride-to-be but I'm hoping to learn a thing or two.
Cheers!

Welcome to the thread
I will try one more time
Just that I need to see our brides o, it would encourage me

Stenvee:
Seems no one is ready to do this. Alright
Signing out!

Don't sign out. There are people who can learn from the information shared.

Stenvee:
First things first

SET A WEDDING BUDGET
It's critical that setting your budget be the first step in planning your wedding. It might not be the most fun part of the process, but it’s a task that really needs to be completed first because it sets the rest of your wedding planning process into motion. The last thing you want is to fall in love with a venue, vendor, dress, etc. and realize it’s completely out of range. So sit down with your partner to come up with a total budget.

- Set a reasonable budget. Anything that would make you borrow, is not reasonable. Cut your coat according to your size.

- Do not let your parents or friends pressure you into exceeding your budget. If they want it big, they should support or even sponsor the wedding. Remember, there is life after wedding.

- Let your budget be based on your earnings(you and your partner). Do not rely or make your plans based on the money friends/family promised you. This would help you not to be stranded if they fail to live up to their promises.

So, do you have a budget already?
Yes? That's great
No? Get to work

So now that we have a budget, the next step is to MAKE A WEDDING LIST

This list will help you know how to manage your spending to stay on-budget.
Write down everything you need to buy/hire for the wedding(within your estimated budget of course).
Below is an example of a wedding list

FOR A WHITE WEDDING
A. Couple’s Wedding Rings
- Wedding rings (bride + groom)
- Wedding ring box or pillow

B. Bride’s Attire and Accessories
- Buy new or rent a used or pre-owned wedding gown
- Bride’s shoes
- Bridal Accessories: flower bouquet, veil, bridal robe & wedding day underwears/ undergarments, Headties/ Gele, etc.
- Bridal beauty: Hair stylist’s charge / Nails/ Makeup artist service charge/ fee
- Bride’s jewelry (necklace, earrings, hair decorations/ accesories)

C. Groom’s Attire and Accessories
- Groom’s Shoes
- Groom’s wedding suit
- Groom’s Accessories (e.g cuff links, belt etc)
- Flower boutonniere/ pocket handkerchief
- Groom’s Grooming (e.g haircut, beard shaving)

D. Wedding Stationery and Souvenirs You Need to Order or Buy
- Printing of wedding invitation cards and program
- Souvenirs/ Wedding favors to gift guests (optional)
- Gifts and gift boxes for your bridesmaids (optional)
- Gifts for groomsmen (optional)

E. Reception Venue and Decoration
- Wedding venue cost
- Venue decoration

F. Wedding reception food and drinks
- Food (ask a caterer for how much it will cost or Buy Ingredients if cooking in-house)
- Wedding Cake
- Small chops (optional)
- Drinks/ Juice/ Water

G. Wedding day transportation
- Car and bus hire to transport the bride, groom and wedding party (bridesmaids, groomsmen, parents), close relatives and VIP guests to/ from wedding venues

H. Rentals
- Chairs and Tables Rental (if the venue has none or does not have enough)
- Canopy tents rental (if you’re having an outdoor venues)
- Audio equipment: Speakers, Microphones
- Generator (for backup or outdoor venue electricity)

I. Vendors/Professionals to hire
- Photography & Video Coverage
- Master of Ceremony (MC)
- DJ
- Live Music Band
- Wedding planner services (optional): Specify whether you want full planning or partial planning (aka wedding day coordination services)
- Ushers
- Food servers
- Makeup Artist
- Security/ Bouncers (if you plan to restrict entry by having a strictly by invitations situation)

J. Miscellaneous
(reserved fund, in case of emergency) This is an amount of extra money you should keep aside, in case of emergency or anything that later arises.

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Ishilove:

Don't sign out. There are people who can learn from the information shared.

Thank you Ishilove, nice to have you here

Stenvee:


So now that we have a budget, the next step is to MAKE A WEDDING LIST

This list will help you know how to manage your spending to stay on-budget.
Write down everything you need to buy/hire for the wedding(within your estimated budget of course).
Below is an example of a wedding list

A. Couple’s Wedding Rings
- Wedding rings (bride + groom)
- Wedding ring box or pillow

B. Bride’s Attire and Accessories
- Buy new or rent a used or pre-owned wedding gown
- Bride’s shoes
- Bridal Accessories: flower bouquet, veil, bridal robe & wedding day underwears/ undergarments, Headties/ Gele, etc.
- Bridal beauty: Hair stylist’s charge / Nails/ Makeup artist service charge/ fee
- Bride’s jewelry (necklace, earrings, hair decorations/ accesories)

C. Groom’s Attire and Accessories
- Groom’s Shoes
- Groom’s wedding suit
- Groom’s Accessories (e.g cuff links, belt etc)
- Flower boutonniere/ pocket handkerchief
- Groom’s Grooming (e.g haircut, beard shaving)

D. Wedding Stationery and Souvenirs You Need to Order or Buy
- Printing of wedding invitation cards and program
- Souvenirs/ Wedding favors to gift guests (optional)
- Gifts and gift boxes for your bridesmaids (optional)
- Gifts for groomsmen (optional)

E. Reception Venue and Decoration
- Wedding venue cost
- Venue decoration

F. Wedding reception food and drinks
- Food (ask a caterer for how much it will cost or Buy Ingredients if cooking in-house)
- Wedding Cake
- Small chops (optional)
- Drinks/ Juice/ Water

G. Wedding day transportation
- Car and bus hire to transport the bride, groom and wedding party (bridesmaids, groomsmen, parents), close relatives and VIP guests to/ from wedding venues

H. Rentals
- Chairs and Tables Rental (if the venue has none or does not have enough)
- Canopy tents rental (if you’re having an outdoor venues)
- Audio equipment: Speakers, Microphones
- Generator (for backup or outdoor venue electricity)

I. Vendors/Professionals to hire
- Photography & Video Coverage
- Master of Ceremony (MC)
- DJ
- Live Music Band
- Wedding planner services (optional): Specify whether you want full planning or partial planning (aka wedding day coordination services)
- Ushers
- Food servers
- Makeup Artist
- Security/ Bouncers (if you plan to restrict entry by having a strictly by invitations situation)

J. Miscellaneous
(reserved fund, in case of emergency) This is an amount of extra money you should keep aside, in case of emergency or anything that later arises.

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We see nothing for people who don't want to do church wedding, or would rather just do court and leave the rest till whenever.

Ishilove:

We see nothing for people who don't want to do church wedding, or would rather just do court and leave the rest till whenever.

Update coming, thank you for reminding me

FOR A TRADITIONAL WEDDING

A) Cost of traditional rites (This includes the bride price and everything on the list)

B) For the Bride
- Bridal wear (first and 2nd outing, depending on your budget)
- Bride’s shoes
- Bridal Accessories (Headties/Gele/Handfan/purse, beads, handkerchief etc)
- Bridal beauty: Hair stylist’s charge / Nails/ Makeup artist service charge/ fee
- Bride’s jewelry (necklace, earrings, hair decorations/ accessories)
- Glass or traditional cup for the search (for Igbos)

C) For the groom
- Groom's wear (first and second, depending on your budget)
- Groom’s Shoes
- Groom’s Accessories (e.g Traditional cap, Traditional hand fan, walking cane, beads e.t.c)
- Cuff links, belt, wrist watch, handkerchief
- Groom’s Grooming (e.g haircut, beard shaving)

D) Asoebi for the bride and groom

E) Clothes for both Parents(not applicable in all cultures)

F) For the Venue
- Traditional Wedding venue cost
- Venue decoration

G) Food and Drinks
- Food (this should include the main meal plus the native foods/soups required, according to your tradition)
- Garden eggs/kola/peanut butter
- Wine/malt/soft drinks/water
- Traditional wedding Cake
- Small chops (optional)

H) Transportation
- Car and bus hire to transport the groom and his family to/from the bride's hometown.

I) Rentals
- Canopies tent rental
- Chairs and tables

J) Vendors and Professionals to hire
- Photography & Video Coverage
- Master of Ceremony (MC)
- DJ/Live Music Band

K) Miscellaneous
(reserved fund, in case of emergency) This is an amount of extra money you should keep aside, in case of emergency or anything that later arises.

FOR A COURT WEDDING

- Court Fee/Marriage fee
- Bride's wear and accessories
- Groom's wear and accessories
- The rings
- Transport to/from court for couple and the witnesses
- Photography
- Reception(optional)

Hello everyone
How are you all doing?
So choosing the right colours for your day can be very tasking. But then choosing beautiful colours as your theme can really make your special day beautiful

So the floor is open
Any ideas?
Unique colours?
Beautiful colour combinations?
Let's hear it!

Ishilove:

We see nothing for people who don't want to do church wedding or would rather just do court and leave the rest till whenever.

Weddings are some of the most exciting and stressful events of our lives. General advice is to keep the guest list small. It's really important not to confuse "people who matter" with "strangers" - nobody should be put on the list simply because they personally ask.
(Try to) send invitations in advance (so) that your guests can plan their schedules, (and don't forget) close family members! Family members should be contacted directly if possible, or via wedding-related phone calls at their workplaces.