Jasmine & Brett’s wedding featured on Smashing the Glass | Photo by Claudine Hartzel
So you’re planning a Jewish wedding – mazal tov! Wedding planning is exciting, no question, but it can also be seriously overwhelming. There’s so much to learn, so much information to sort through and, in many cases, so many opinions to contend with.
But having the right tools goes a long way! And that’s why we tapped into our fabulous network of wedding planners to share their top tips for a smooth wedding planning journey. Read on for some essential Jewish wedding wisdom!
Charlotte from La Fete says
Make sure that you are really clear with your parents from the start on their involvement in your big day. Are they expecting certain things – do you have any non-negotiables? The clearer you are earlier on, the easier and smoother the whole process will be.
Rebecca & Emmanuel‘s wedding featured on Smashing The Glass | Photo by Juan Luis Morilla
Michelle from Elegante by Michelle J says
We are very fortunate that the Jewish marriage ceremony is very poignant and meaningful; so my advice to all of my couples is to make it especially so, the highlight of your wedding day. It’s all too easy to get caught up with the dinner florals, the entertainment, the food and of course they are important (and as a wedding planner I also love to get caught up in all of these details). But everyone is gathering together to witness the two of you entering into the commitment of marriage. So this should be considered “the main event”. Everything else that follows is a celebration of the beautiful wedding that your guests have had the privilege of witnessing.
Chloe & Danny‘s wedding featured on Smashing The Glass | Photo by David Bastianoni
Yana Andreev from Craspedia Events says
Create an email account that will be designated for wedding things only. That way you’ll have all the corespondence in one convinient location, you both have access to and it won’t mix with work and personal stuff.
Shelly & Harel‘s wedding featured on Smashing The Glass | Photo by Noa Magger
Luba from Primavera Dreams says
My #1 tip for a destination Jewish wedding: Make sure that your planner knows the traditions, understand the particularity of a Jewish wedding and can actively help to source what may be needed (from chuppah and rabbi to challah, to kosher food and wine, etc. if needed). Or it may cost you a lot of money and stress.
Rita & Daniel‘s wedding featured on Smashing the Glass | Photo by Tatiana Blanco Photography
Dyana from Dyana Dessar says
Do remember why you are getting married, because you love each other! it is not a military manoeuvre and whilst it is important to have a good timeline don’t sweat the small stuff, stop take a moment and take the day in as it will be over all too soon, and to make sure it all runs smoothly employ a professional wedding planner!
