"Don't Put It Off: A List of Time-Critical Tasks That Bride-to-Be Mentors Regret Delaying"

2022.07.06 published

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Time Flies During the Pre-Bridal Period

Most brides-to-be have a preparation period of six months to over a year.

Although it seems like a long time, how many brides truly say, "I was able to prepare with plenty of time and welcomed the day in perfect condition"?

The preparation period that seemed so ample passes by in the blink of an eye as one gets caught up in their busy schedule.

@ay0401w

A common occurrence for brides-to-be is that “the last few weeks become incredibly hectic.”

Items that have been put off for months come back to haunt them right before the wedding... Ultimately, they end up sleep-deprived on the big day, which is a classic "bride story."

Some brave souls have even said, “I only got 3-4 hours of sleep every day during the last week," or "I welcomed the day nearly without sleep!"

Despite being tired and sleep-deprived, it is undeniable that the day will be filled with happiness, but...

It would be great to have plenty of sleep and a calm mindset leading up to the wedding day.

What are the "Cursed Items" that Lead to Last-Minute Preparation?*

In fact, the items that brides struggle with right before the wedding tend to be quite similar.

In other words, there are common items among brides that tend to get prepared at the last minute!

However, looking on the bright side, if these items are prepared in advance, one can avoid the sleep deprivation right before the wedding♡

This time, we will introduce the "items that tend to be prepared at the last minute" that have troubled many brides before.

Wedding Item Likely to be Prepared at the Last Minute #1 Place Card Messages

It seems that many brides tackle place card messages at the very last minute. Some start writing them just a few days before or even on the morning of the wedding!

While each message may not take much time, when you have to write dozens for multiple guests, it can easily take one or two hours or more.

If you are writing with care, you might find that you only get through a few cards in an hour.

Since the guest list is typically finalized a month in advance, it’s best to start writing as soon as possible after confirming the list◎ Writing over a few weekends will allow for thoughtfulness in the content, resulting in a more heartfelt message♡

Wedding Item Likely to be Prepared at the Last Minute #2 Transportation Fees

The transportation fees provided to guests who come from afar also tend to be prepared last-minute.

You might think, “It’s just putting money in an envelope,” but gathering new bills means you’ll need to visit the bank.

Going to the bank when everything is hectic at the last minute can be quite burdensome. Plus, you won’t get new 5000 yen bills from standard ATMs, so if you want fresh bills, you’ll need to go to the bank during business hours on a weekday.

While you may prioritize fun DIY projects when you still have time, make sure to handle the tedious tasks early on!

@y_wd__1005

Wedding Item Likely to be Prepared at the Last Minute #3 Decorations for Favors

Wedding favors handed out to guests at the end of the reception are increasingly popular to style with cute wrapping and decorations for originality.

It seems that many brides only start working on these decorations just a few weeks before the wedding.

The larger the guest count, the more challenging these decorations become. Be careful not to find yourself tying ribbons on each favor overnight!

@chercher_ay

Wedding Item Likely to be Prepared at the Last Minute #4 Videos

Many brides also take on the challenge of making their own wedding videos. For those new to video editing, it can take time to get accustomed to it, so it’s advisable to start editing a few months in advance.

I’ve heard of brides who were finalizing their videos while getting their hair and makeup done. They were fighting against time, unable to enjoy the preparations...

To avoid such situations, those making their own videos should plan to have them delivered to the venue at least a week in advance!

Wedding Item Likely to be Prepared at the Last Minute #5 Bride's Letter

Many experienced brides find themselves writing their letters on the eve of the wedding!

Some have even said, “I intended to write it the day before, but ended up writing the place card messages instead, and I wrote it in the bridal room on the wedding morning.”

Because you want to pour your heart into it, it’s easy to get stuck deciding what to write and procrastinate. Yet, because it’s an important letter, I recommend writing it earlier!

Have you ever experienced writing something at night only to feel embarrassed reading it the next morning? If you prepare in advance, you might reflect on it after a few days and refine it into a better version!＊

@c.t_wedd

Wedding Item Likely to be Prepared at the Last Minute #6 Groom's Thank-You Speech

The groom's thank-you speech closes the reception on a high note. As the saying goes, “All’s well that ends well,” we want it to be polished and beautiful♡

However, it seems that many grooms prepare this speech at the last minute as well. To avoid being flustered during the actual speech due to lack of memorization, be sure to check in with him: “Have you thought about the content yet?”♡

@hire_wedding

Proactive Preparation is Key◎

We’ve introduced the items that tend to be prepared at the last minute and have troubled many brides before the wedding.

There might have been items you've realized, “Oh no, I haven’t started on this yet…!”

To welcome the wedding day in the best condition, it’s essential to have plenty of time and a calm mindset◎

With a long wedding preparation period ahead, please ensure you're ready and avoid suffering at the last minute♡

➡ Check out the list of organization articles here＊

@yuih_wd