Why Brides and Grooms who had Friday Weddings Loved it.
We were intrigued by the growth in popularity of Friday Evening and Friday Night Weddings. So, we set out to interview Friday brides and grooms and learn from their experiences.
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Less Stress
Most all agreed that they were less stressed than if they had a weekend wedding. In summerizing their answers, they did not arrive at their own wedding tired because as a rule, a Friday wedding is an evening event.
Therefore, preparations such as hair and beauty, picture taking etc...do not have to start early in the morning.
So, even though it was their wedding day, neither the bride nor the groom needed to rush or panic.
They certainly could sleep in and be at their best, rested and relaxed. Well, roughly all admitted to being eager, at least a minute nervous and very excited.
Wedding discounts and extra deals
riday brides and grooms were quick to point out that they saved a sizable whole of money without sacrificing or compromising having their dream wedding.
Though Friday weddings begin to occupy more and more calendars, the shared sense of Friday couples indicates that wedding vendors and professionals are in less quiz, than on weekends. Therefore, many offer discount. This is something you may wish to think especially if you are planning a wedding on a budget
If vendors and assistance providers do not outright offer, they are more willing to negotiate their prices and - or add benefits to attract more brides and grooms and originate enterprise on their otherwise slow day.
Having interviewed both bridal couples and vendors, we discovered that they agreed that in many instances the savings realized by selecting Friday instead of a weekend are greater than 25 percent.
One bride told us that while calling nearby town and visiting places to have her wedding ceremony and reception, she was amazed to discover that in her region, Saturday evening weddings can run roughly twice the cost of a Friday evening wedding.
With the cost of weddings today, this is quite a large sum.
A few couples who certainly compared their Friday evening ceremony and following reception, with new weekend weddings they attended, agreed that their vendors and assistance providers seemed less hurried, more flexible and more relaxed.
Some of the couples we interviewed received extra incentives in addition to the discounts.
Following are some incentives that were either offered or
negotiated.
Choices and Availability
In addition to discounts, Fridays give you more choices!
Brides and grooms who wanted to hire exact vendors, only to find out that they were booked, sometimes as early as a year or two before a weekend weddings, had no problem securing their services for a Friday wedding.
Friday brides and grooms were quick to point out that they saved a sizable whole of money without sacrificing or compromising having their dream wedding.
Though Friday weddings begin to occupy more and more calendars, the shared sense of Friday couples indicates that wedding vendors and professionals are in less quiz, than on weekends. Therefore, many offer discount. This is something you may wish to think especially if you are planning a wedding on a budget
If vendors and assistance providers do not outright offer, they are more willing to negotiate their prices and - or add benefits to attract more brides and grooms and originate enterprise on their otherwise slow day.
Having interviewed both bridal couples and vendors, we discovered that they agreed that in many instances the savings realized by selecting Friday instead of a weekend are greater than 25 percent.
One bride told us that while calling nearby town and visiting places to have her wedding ceremony and reception, she was amazed to discover that in her region, Saturday evening weddings can run roughly twice the cost of a Friday evening wedding.
With the cost of weddings today, this is quite a large sum.
A few couples who certainly compared their Friday evening ceremony and following reception, with new weekend weddings they attended, agreed that their vendors and assistance providers seemed less hurried, more flexible and more relaxed.
Some of the couples we interviewed received extra incentives in addition to the discounts. They were outright overjoyed to find out that not only did they have the vendor of their selection for their wedding. But they saved money and got extra benefits too.
Guests
One of the concerns that brides and grooms express is about either a Friday night wedding will cause their wedding guests inconvenience.
The answers we received when posing this quiz, to couples who had Friday wedding, touched on different points. But the consensus was that certainly most guests loved the idea of having to leave work a minute early, or good yet have an excuse to take a day off.
They also appreciated being able to end their workweek with a celebration, relax, have an extra drink stay as late as they wish, knowing that if they feel groggy next morning, there is Sunday for things that need to get done!
A Friday wedding did not pose a problem to local guests. Generally, employers had no problem allowing employees a few hours or even a full day off on the last day of the workweek.
We were also told that those coming from afar are normally close friends and family.
Whether for a Friday night or a weekend wedding most prefer to use the occasion and plan a mini-vacation.
To save money, they normally pick to fly in on Tuesdays or Wednesdays when flight fares are lower on most airlines.
So, they arrive early sufficient and attending a Friday evening wedding gives them time to spend with house and friends and enjoy each other, yet if necessary, fly home on Sunday and be back at work on Monday morning.
A few couples told us that it felt great to be able to book, pay for a block of rooms and host out-of-town guest for a complete weekend, and still save a bundle over weekend wedding costs.
Note that if you plan a Friday night wedding you ought to send a save the date notice just as soon as you secured your wedding date and location.
Follow with invitations at least 2 or 3 months before the wedding, so those who need to make extra arrangement like time off from work, plan their trip, book a flight, etc... Have sufficient time to do so.
Destination Weddings
Friday weddings are perfect for destination weddings.
One integrate we interviewed told us that their guests could not thank them sufficient for scheduling the wedding on Friday allowing every person the weekend to tour, shop, share in local activities and have fun, before returning home.
Honeymoon
Some brides and grooms we interviewed, liked having the two weekend days to visit with their out of town guests and close friends and house before leaving for their honeymoon.
Others were grateful to begin their honeymoon on Saturday rather than Sunday, citing that they got good flight rates, because they were able to stay over a Saturday night.
Special Friday in 2008
All said, there is one Friday date that if you think it, needs to be booked right away
The open slots are filling speedily for the one extra date that is already sought after. If you think the date of 888 or August 8, 2008 book early because before long vendors will catch on, jack their prices (You know - contribute and demand) and Friday weddings on this day will come to be as high-priced as weekend weddings.
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