Think you’ve got all the details covered? When it comes to your wedding, we recommend checking that list 3, 4, or 5 times– then, adding these commonly forgotten wedding planning details to the list!
Everyone will tell you the basics for planning a wedding: pack an emergency “wedding day” kit, make sure your someone pulls plates of food for you at the reception, double check that the ring bear has the rings, and have a plan for getting photos with everyone! But what about the smaller, logistical things that can make your wedding day heaven or a headache?
Be sure to use this quick guide to see if you’re overlooking any of these important wedding day details!
Commonly forgotten wedding planning details for 2025
1. Plan for leftovers- food, cake, flowers, and alcohol
Who’s taking home food, cake and flowers? Does the caterer provide containers? Who packs it up, or does the venue do it for you? Tip: If you want a bouquet as a keepsake, make sure that you stash it somewhere safe before the end of the night before flowers start to disappear.
2. Have a “thank you note scribe” for speeches
Ask someone in the bridal party to jot down specific names and details during your reception speeches! It’s easy to forget in all the excitement of the moment, and these notes will help you make sure that you get to be in the moment, but also that no one is left out from a personalized, sincere thank you note.
3. Appoint a “sweeper” for the end of the night
At the end of any wedding, people will inevitably leave behind jackets, shoes, or other personal items. Be sure someone is designated to sweep the space to collect these and take them home so that they can find their way back to the right people!
4. Designate the person handling wedding gifts and cards
Decide who will pack up gifts and transport them (be sure to also do this for leftover wedding guest favors)! Knowing who is responsible for what at the end of the night makes it a seamless operation instead of a last minute scramble! Tip: Set aside a sturdy, sealable bag for cards– they’re easy to lose!
5. Pre-arrange a morning after breakfast
Reserve or book breakfast the morning after the wedding, either alone with your spouse or with close family/friends for a casual send-off. You’ve had a big day- make it a relaxing morning after!
6. Create a code word for needing a breather during the reception
Weddings are busy, and sometimes you might need a little break or some alone time. Agree on a discreet signal if you both need a moment alone during the reception.
At venues like Hightower Falls, we have highly experienced, friendly, and knowledgable in-house wedding planners and day-of coordinators to help you keep track of all the details!
Check out our detailed services, gorgeous spaces, and wedding packages, from all-inclusive weddings to flexible DIY elopements, to see if our outdoor waterfall wedding venue in Georgia the right fit for your dreamy big day!
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