Weddings sound dreamy and fun to attend, but planning your own wedding? That’s a whole different story.
There are countless rituals, multiple vendors to coordinate, and a budget to stick to, managing your relatives stay, fooding, etc. It’s exciting, but honestly, it can get overwhelming really fast.
To simplify things. To give you clarity on what is important to plan, when to do it, and how to hold on to the little emotional moments that make it all worth it.
From taking up big decisions to tiny personal touches, our team at Shaahidecor trying to make it little easier for you.
The First Big Decisions: Where it all begins
With so many choices and responsibilities, couples often feel stuck and worried that they'll miss something important.
That’s why it helps to take a few key decisions early and on time. Once you do that, the rest of the process becomes smoother
1. The Date
In Indian weddings, the date isn’t just a calendar pick, it’s a cultural decision. Most families consult a pandit or astrologer to pick a shubh muhurat based on astrology. It’s believed to align a couple's energies for a happy, lasting marriage.
Apart from muhurats, the final wedding date also depends on practical things like, weather conditions, family schedules and convenience. Once the date is fixed, everything else falls into place.
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2. The Budget
Decide early how much you want to spend and what kind of wedding you both wish for: a simple celebration or a big fat Indian wedding.
This helps in making quick calls on venue, decor, outfits, catering, and more without unnecessary stress later.
3. The Guest List
Start by listing everyone you wish to invite on your special day, close family, relatives, friends, colleagues. Then sit with your family and go through it.
Your guest list directly affects your budget, venue, and overall planning. It’s best to lock it early with family input.
4. The Venue
Once the budget and guest list are clear, venue selection becomes easier. Whether it’s a palace, banquet hall, or your own home, choose one that fits your budget, preference and vibe.
Before finalising, visit all the venues and shortlist them on the basis of space, availability, and convenience.
As the months roll in
Once the wedding date is fixed, the budget is decided, the venue is booked, and the guest list is ready, that’s when the real wedding planning begins. You can finally focus on the things that make the wedding personal, exciting, and unforgettable.
Let’s begin!!
1. Decor & Themes
Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime moment, and the decor sets the entire mood.
Think of it this way, your wedding theme is not just about pretty flowers or fancy lighting. It’s your personal story told in colors, textures, and vibes.
Take time to figure out the kind of theme you and your partner are looking for. Something grand and royal, minimal and modern, or vibrant and traditional. Your decor should reflect your personality as a couple.
Once that’s decided, everything else starts falling in place.
2. Outfits & Accessories
In your wedding, outfits are not just clothes, they’re a celebration of culture, tradition, and you!
With events like haldi, mehendi, sangeet, wedding day, and reception, each function calls for a unique look.
Tip: Finding the right look for each event takes time. Start early so you have enough room for trials, fittings, and finding the right accessories. If you’re looking for inspiration, check out these stunning haldi outfits for bride that are trending right now.
And if you’re planning to coordinate your outfits with your partner, whether matching or contrasting. Think about syncing your varmala with your theme too. It’s a small touch that adds to the overall charm.
Today, many couples are preserving their jaimala moment with varmala resin preservation.
At Shaahi Decor, we turn your varmala into a handcrafted memory, fully personalized, with 80+ frame styles to choose from.
Because your wedding lasts a day, but the memories deserve to stay forever.
3. Vendors & Bookings
Start shortlisting and locking in your vendors like photographers, caterers, makeup artists, mehendi artists, decorators, choreographers and more.
Pro tip: Talk to at least 2–3 vendors in each category. Compare their work, reviews, and most importantly see if they understand what you’re looking for. Choose someone who feels easy to work with.
Also, if you’re booking hotels for guests, do it right after finalizing your guest list. Decide whether you’re going for a resort or hotel and start booking right away. Don’t forget to plan for transport too, especially if your wedding venue and guest accommodations are in different places.
4. Wedding Invitations
Design and order your wedding cards early, both digital and print. Nowadays, couples are also going for digital video invites or Instagram-style stories to make it fun.
5. Pre-Wedding Shoot
If you’re planning a pre-wedding shoot, schedule it at least 2–3 months before the wedding.
Choose a location that’s meaningful to you and book a photographer who understands your personality and can bring it out naturally in the photos.
And here’s a small idea: Carry a keepsake with you from your pre-wed shoot. Anything, a flower, some prop. Many couples preserve such small keepsakes in resin in the form of keychains, photo frames, or pendants .
Shaahi Decor, can help you create such handcrafted resin keepsake from your pre-wed shoot. It’s a simple way to turn that tiny moment into a forever memory.
6. Keep Up With Trends
New wedding trends pop up all the time. And if you and your partner are the kind who love keeping up with them, then go for it!
Follow wedding pages, watch real wedding reels, and save the ideas that feel “you.” And make your own with an added twist.
When Last One Month Left
It’s finally here. Your last month before the big day!
Yes, it’s overwhelming. Yes, the pressure is real. But hey, this is the moment you’ve been waiting for.
Take a deep breath and go through your checklist once, just to be sure everything’s on track.
1. Vendor Check-ins
Call up your photographer, makeup artist, caterer, choreographer, everyone you’ve booked.
Remind them of your wedding date, confirm timings, delivery details, and payment status.
Note: Better to repeat than to regret.
2. Decor Discussion
Have one final round with your decorator. Reconfirm the theme and decor elements once. Clear communication now will save last-minute chaos.
3. Guest Favours
If you're planning wedding favours or welcome hampers, this is the time to shop and personalise. A sweet touch your guests will remember.
4. Outfit Trials
Try on your wedding outfits, Yes, again. Check fittings, alterations, footwear, and accessories. You don’t want surprises on your big day.
5. Playlist Ready
Finalize your wedding playlist. Or better, ask a close friend or cousin to take it up. And don’t forget to add these best varmala songs. They set the mood for one of the most special moments of your wedding.
6. Final RSVP Check
Go through your guest list. Confirm who’s coming and share the final headcount with your hotel/resort venue accordingly.
Between all the planning, don’t forget yourself. Eat well, rest enough, and stay present, because these are the moments you’ll remember the most
Preserving your Wedding Memories
The day you waited for has finally happened. You're now officially married, and it's the beginning of a brand-new chapter in your life.
But before life moves on, pause for a moment.
Think about your wedding day. How magical it was? Your loved ones were there. There was laughter, dancing, love, and so many emotions. You and your partner looked perfect in your dream outfits. Everything felt just right.
These moments may pass, but the memories stay.
And that’s why so many couples today are choosing to preserve their wedding memories in a tangible way.
Especially the varmala. It’s not just a garland but the very first promise you exchange. A symbol of love, respect, and togetherness.
And through resin preservation, you can hold onto that moment forever.
At Shaahi Decor, we craft keepsakes that last, preserving your varmala, your wedding invites, vows, handwritten notes, and other personal elements in handcrafted resin frames.
You can even customize your frame with your name initials, pearls, accessories, or anything else that made your day special.
Because weddings end. But the memories? They deserve to stay.