Stress Free Wedding Planning Tips

Tips for a couple on how to stay stress-free while wedding planning

 

Planning a wedding is a lot of fun, but it can also be overwhelming. There’s so much to organize! But with a few helpful tips, you can enjoy the process and avoid stress in the lead-up to the best day of your life. Here’s our advice for stress-free wedding planning.


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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

 

There are two of you getting married, so that means two of you share the responsibility of planning the wedding. You’re embarking on a lifelong partnership, so this is the perfect time to put that teamwork into practice. Two heads are better than one, after all. 



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Write out a list of everything that needs to be done, and then assign tasks fairly between you both. One of you might have a particular interest in the food, while the other might love creating seating plans. One of you might love scoping out venues, like researching what a wedding at a vineyard would be like, while the other might want to focus on fashion. Utilize your skillsets to make light work of your to-do list. Now’s the time to divide and conquer.

 

Make Time for Date Nights

 

Planning a wedding can become all-consuming, so it’s no wonder couples can feel nostalgic for their carefree dating days. You don’t have to lose that spontaneity or spark, however, just because you’re busy wedding planning. 

 

Schedule date nights where wedding talk is strictly off-limits. This will help you both remember exactly why it is you’re getting married in the first place! Go to your favorite restaurant, or take a walk down memory lane at those special places where momentous occasions played out, like your first date, your first kiss, or even your proposal location.

 

Set Up Couple Pamper Sessions

 

Treating yourself to a couple’s spa day has so many benefits. You’ll get to unwind and de-stress, helping you let go of any tension. You’ll also get that glow that’ll help you look even more happy and relaxed on your wedding day. It’s a win-win. And when you spend time together being pampered it’s a wonderful bonding experience, too.

 





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You could have side-by-side massages or facials or even go for hair treatment. This is another opportunity to stay stress-free whilst also prepping for the ceremony. You might want to change your hair color or simply get a trim. Whether you want to find out how to make hair thicker for men or how to perfect an updo for women, give yourself plenty of time to prep your hair – and skin – so you can look and feel your best on your big day.

 

Keep Talking

 

If particular things are causing stress in the wedding planning, make sure you talk it out together. You know each other better than anyone else in the world, so you’ll be able to help each other through. 





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It might be that one of you is stressing about thinning hair – and the other will be able to help by researching how to make hair thicker for men. Or one of you is concerned about what wedding favors to choose – and the other will delve right in and come up with a fantastic shortlist of options. Keep talking to each other and sharing your concerns. You’re each other’s biggest support, particularly at this time… and your wedding planner is right there to listen and help, too!

 

With these tips you can stay stress-free while planning your wedding, and enjoy the process together.

 

 

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Lake Wawasee Wedding Planner

Wes and Alden had to wait a whole extra year to celebrate properly after already navigating their original venue closing. See their beautiful family lake property wedding on Lake Wawasee in Syracuse, Indiana. We loved helping them plan every detail.

Vendors:

Photographer: Gaby Cheikh Photography

Wedding Planner & Designer: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Florist: Accent Floral Design

Tent & Rental: A Party Apart

DJ: AMS

Hair & Makeup: Something Blue Stylists

Donuts: Rise & Roll

Transportation: Gold Shield Indy

Videographer: Wandering Light Filmworks

The Bluffs at Connor Prairie Wedding Planner

Taylor & Ted live in Arizona and we loved helping them plan their wedding from halfway across the country. They were incredibly sweet and kind! We miss them already! See some of our favorites below from their big day.

Vendors:

Photographer: Ewing Photography

Wedding Planner: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Florist: Violets Are Blue

Venue: Bluffs at Connor Prairie

Caterer: Ritz Charles

DJ: Higher Love Entertainment

Hair & Makeup: Indy Bridal Co

Transportation: Advanced Limousines

Decor: Atmosphere's Indy

Biltwell Event Center Wedding Planner

We love Maggie + Austin’s engagement photos from Studio Modern Image. We are loving helping them plan their 2022 wedding at the Biltwell Event Center.

Daniel's Vineyard Wedding Coordinator

We had a wonderful time helping Molly + Alex plan their beautiful wedding at Daniel’s Vineyard. See their beautiful images below from Chloe Luka. Working with Chloe is always a wedding planner’s dream!

Vendors:

Photography: Chloe Luka

Videographer: Treeboy Productions

Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Bakery: Heavenly Sweets

Caterer: Oak Catering

Ceremony Music: Deoc

Reception Music: Living Proof

Florist: Molly & Myrtle

Summer Coxhall Garden Wedding Planner

Shayna + Aaron were one of our many couples heavily impacted by COVID. We postponed their wedding multiple times and changed locations multiple times as well. They took it all in stride and were always so kind and positive all while living out of state. We finally got to celebrate them this summer and it was worth the wait! See their beautiful wedding below from Van Elk Co

Vendors:

Photographer: Van Elk Co

Wedding Planner & Designer: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Coxhall Gardens

Caterer: Ritz Charles

Florist: Accent Floral Design

Hair & Makeup: Something Blue Stylists

Lighting & Rental: NBE Event Group

Band: My Yellow Rickshaw

Crowne Plaza at Union Station Wedding Planner

We loved working with Allison + Jared to plan their wedding at St. John the Evangelist and Crowne Plaza at Union Station.

Vendors:

Photographer: SB Childs Photography

Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Ceremony: St. John the Evangelist

Reception: Crowne Plaza at Union Station

Hair & Makeup: Kathyrn’s Bridal Bar & Allier Beauty

DJ: Manna Music

Bakery: Classic Cakes

Fort Wayne Wedding Planner

Kayla + Lucas had the most lovely day for their Fall wedding in Fort Wayne! We loved helping them coordinate all the wedding details. See some of our favorite pictures from their wedding day below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Conforti Photography

Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Venue: Grand Wayne Center

Florist: Roses Bouquet

Bakery: Halls

DJ: Track 7

Videographer: Nita Media

Black Iris Estate Wedding Planner

Kaley was the greatest joy to work with! She was the life of the party and brought so much joy to the process as well as wedding day! See a sneak peek of her & Mitch’s day below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Wandering Heart Photography

Wedding Planner: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Venue: Black Iris Estate

Bakery: Classic Cakes

Floral & Rental: Detail & Design

Rentals: Wow Factors

DJ: Marc Williams

Photo Booth: DJ Sound Solutions

Caterer: Thomas Caterers of Distinction

Ceremony Musicians: Deoc Ensemble

Transportation: Antique Limo

Columbus, Indiana Wedding Planner

We loved helping Jami plan her beautiful wedding along with the help of her lovely mother. Jami is a busy medical student and neither her or her mom live in Indianapolis. We were able to help them plan everything seamlessly from out of town with their crazy schedules. See all our favorite shots below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Sami Renee Photography

Wedding Planner: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Bakery: Classic Cakes

Caterer: Hanger 12

Venue: Factory 12 Event Loft

Hair & Makeup: Something Blue Stylists

Florist: Accent Floral Design

West Clay Meeting House Wedding Planner

We loved helping Carolina + Jamie celebrate their beautiful wedding at the West Clay Meeting House. Jamie’s daughter officiated their ceremony and needless to say it was a tear jerker. See some of our favorites below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Molly Connor Photography

Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Venue: West Clay Meeting House

Caterer: Sahm’s

Bakery: Classic Cakes

Florist: McNamara

Band: My Yellow Rickshaw

Scottish Rite Cathedral Wedding Planner

We spent over two years helping Neggin + Kaivon plan their beautiful wedding at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. Their Persian ceremony was so beautiful and connected their families so closely. We loved watching every tradition including our personal favorite at the reception, the knife dance. The day was full of joy! See some of our favorite wedding day images below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Nathaniel Edmunds

Videographer: Indy Visual

Wedding Planner: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Venue: Scottish Rite Cathedral

Caterer: Kahn's Catering

Florist: McNamara

DJ: DJ Sultan

Makeup: Salon 1 4

Bakery: Classic Cakes

The Barn in Zionsville Wedding Planner

We loved helping Brittney + Kevin with their summer wedding at The Barn in Zionsville. See some of the beautiful day below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Maria McKenzie Photography

Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Bakery: Princess Confections

Caterer: City BBQ

Florist: Bokay

Hair & Makeup: Salon 1 4

DJ: DJ Connection

Terre Haute Country Club Wedding Planner

We loved helping Mary Kate + Collin plan their wedding quickly at the Country Club of Terre Haute! See some of our favorite details below from Ivan + Louise.

Vendors:

Photographer: Ivan + Louise

Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings

Venue: Country Club of Terre Haute

Florist: Maggie & Moes

Cake: Tiers of Elegance

Wedding Gown: Marie Gabriel Couture

Rental: A Classic Party Rental

Decor: Atmospheres Indy

Destination Wedding Planner: St. Louis Wedding

We loved helping the Cook family with their 3 child to get married. We planned both their daughter’s weddings and were thrilled to be a part of their son’s wedding in St. Louis. See all the stunning images below.

Vendors:

Ceremony: Basilica of St. Louis
Photographer: White Klump Photography
Wedding Planner: Plum & Poppy Wedding
Reception Venue: Stifel Theater
Videographer: LW Films
Caterer: Levy
Florist: Flowers & Weeds
Live Painter: Melissa Spears Huff
Band: Patrick Lentz
Bakery: The Cakery
Hair & Makeup: Simply Breathtaking

South Bend Wedding Planner: St. Joe Farm

Beth loved helping Nicole & George with their long awaited wedding at St. Joe Farm in northern Indiana. It was full of lots of excitement with a big bridal party and wonderful family! See some of our favorite images below

Vendors:

Photographer: M. Rinaye Photography

Planner : Plum & Poppy Weddings, Beth McHugh

Hair : Bangs Salon [Tracy]

Make Up : Alli with Lips and Lashes at Bangs

Flowers : Poppy’s

Ceremony/Reception Venue : St. Joe Farms

Music : Rufus Ayers

Videographer : Vibe Video Productions

Cake : Marci’s

Catering : Cafe Navar

Lighting : ProShow

Rentals : Aay’s Rental

Brides Dress : Studio I Do, Roanoke Virginia

Spring Union Station Wedding Planner

We loved helping Carson & Steven plan their wedding while living out of state in two different locations. Covid threw lots of curveballs their way and they handled them all with grace and kindness. We even had a ceremony venue change 24 hours before the wedding. See all the beautiful images from their long awaited day below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Gene Yoon

Ceremony Venue: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

Reception Venue: Union Station at Crowne Plaza

Florist: Eufloric Events

Hair & Makeup: Leslie White Hair & Makeup

DJ: Megan Taylor

Transportation: Advanced Limousines

Photo Booth: Grins & Giggles

Daniel's Vineyard Wedding Planner

We loved coordinating Laura + Phil’s wedding at Daniel’s Vineyard. We dodged raindrops all day and managed to make their ceremony happen outside which was so exciting! An incredible vendor team worked so hard to make that happen for them. See some of our favorite images below.

Vendors:

Photographer: Kae Marie Photography
Venue: Daniel's Vineyard
Wedding Coordinator: Plum & Poppy Weddings
Transportation: Advanced Limo
Caterer: Oak Catering
Florist: Vineyard Floral Co
DJ: DJ Connection
Hair & Makeup: Rejuve

Notre Dame Wedding Wedding Planner

We loved helping Jane + Nate pull together the details of their beautiful Notre Dame wedding. It was a beautiful Summer day. Jane + Nate live in California so we never met in person until the week of the wedding. Thankfully Zoom made it feel like we already knew each other so things could go smoothly. See some of our favorite images below.

Vendors:

  • BRIDE’S DRESS : Pronovias

  • BRIDE’S SHOES : Dream Pairs

  • BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESS : David’s Bridal

  • CAKE : Macri’s

  • SWEETS TABLE : Macri’s

  • CATERING : Navarre Catering

  • CEREMONY LOCATION : Basilica of the Sacred Heart

  • DECOR : Burns Rental

  • ENTERTAINMENT : Pro Show

  • FLORIST : Martin’s Supermarket

  • GROOM/GROOMSMEN ATTIRE : Generation Tux

  • HAIR/MAKEUP SALON : Beauty & Bliss

  • INVITATIONS : Shutterfly

  • OFFICIANT : Father Pete McCormick

  • PHOTOGRAPHY : Katie Whitcomb Photography

  • RECEPTION LOCATION : Downes Club

  • TRANSPORTATION : VenueND

  • VIDEOGRAPHY : JV Weddings

  • WEDDING PLANNER : Plum & Poppy

Carmel Wedding Planner: Engagement Pictures

We have been busy planning away with this wonderful duo and Michaela’s mom for their New Years Eve wedding at the Ritz Charles Garden Pavilion. See their fun engagement pictures below from Stacy Able Photography