Wedding planners have seen it all, from the unexpected day of thunderstorm, to stains down the middle of a wedding dress just before walking down the aisle. A good planner is equipped to manage these would-be catastrophes, easily switching to an indoor venue or whipping out their stain-removal kit – though there are some mistakes that are not as easily fixable; and happen more frequently when not under the guidance of an experienced wedding planner.

Here are some common wedding day mistakes, with insights from different wedding planners on how to avoid them and make your big day get off without a hitch:

1. Couples spend way too much money within the first few weeks of planning. Sometimes couples can be carried away with all the excitement of planning a wedding and hire five expensive vendors in the first month – only to be in a lot of pain and suffering later when you have to make hard decisions on the details that really make a difference in personalizing your wedding day.

1. Couples going on Pinterest or blogs and copying events verbatim. Your wedding is the biggest part of your life: make sure you use this opportunity to showcase who you are, and what you love. A great wedding treats guests to an experience that represents you. Inspiration is great, but when you turn away from Pinterest and really take the time to consider what’s true to you (and what the event actually needs), it’s unrepeatable. It’s special, rare, and once-in-a-lifetime experience, make it a fond memory.

1. Keep your guests well-informed. A guest that is aware of the flow of the wedding event will have a great time. Triple-check your invitations for any cryptic language, print ceremony programs and dinner menus, and sincerely thank your guests for celebrating your big day with you.

1. Relax on your big day! Remember, guests have come to see you have fun! It’s your big day and it’s going to be a blast, even if some of the food is burned or a rainstorm comes uninvited. If you have someone coordinating your wedding, you won’t be stressed in the slightest!

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