When we were preparing for our wedding, my mindset was, I only need to take charge with the budget, or where should we get all the expenses for our most awaited wedding? But I was wrong, yes WRONG! Wedding preparation needs a lot of time and effort. With all the coordination, planning, and contacting with people, are time demanding undertakings. We were also on a tight budget, so we don't have a wedding coordinator, meaning we have to do all the stuff by ourselves. And we were working at the same time.

So by just thinking that my only concern was the money thing proved to be an inconsiderate notion.

So here is the twist, and I listed those things I did in order to help my fiancé' with all the preps.

1. Wedding Motif - Yes, it is not common for a groom to be specific on this matter, but we have to. We need to sit down with her and ask our fiancé about it. We can also voice out our preference and even come up with a plan where both of you agree. Nothing much to worry if it is a Civil Wedding because commonly it is a white dress and that goes with the male also. But if it is a full blown wedding then this motif plays a vital role. You may want to consider to check online trend about wedding motif color and design. Remember that this thing needs a big chunk our your wedding budget. So you may want to check online for the prices. Here are some designs and prices online that you may consider purchasing.

It will also be a big help if you can decide early if what to wear as a groom. Avoid procrastination, I've learned my lesson from this experience. If your concern is the size and how will it match your preferred design or looks, don't worry much because some online offer variety of sizes and colors that will match with your motif. Do not take this for granted. You don't watch to be unprepared during your wedding day right? Some men do take this thing seriously. But you know what it is not good that your wife to be so gorgeous and beautiful yet you as a groom look like underdressed.

Will for me I preferred going to a tailoring shop and have my tuxedo tailor fit with my own preference and design. But honestly this is one of my regrets. You know what, because mostly tailoring shops offer their products and services more expensive compared to those that you can purchase online. You may want to check these stores below that I think fairly offers good to the best tuxedos that fit your style and budget.

2. Accessories, Souvenirs and Invitation - It will be a big help also if you can help each other when it come to this. These require logistics and even going to different stores physically. On our part we purchased souvenirs at Divisoria Market. But I would suggest to maximize stores online for these products. I am telling you it will save a lot of time for you. Besides online stores offers review from customers so you may decide whether to purchase the product or not. What like online is it the delivery option, as I said it save you time. Here are some products and store with good reviews and also base from the number of products they sold.

3. Venue- One of the most important factors in every wedding is the venue, or where the wedding ceremony will take place. If you plan to have a church wedding of course your number one consideration is your Parish Church or any church denomination you belong. But commonly weddings today are also being held in hotels, garden, resort, beach or in some spaces where it can accommodate both the marriage rite and the reception. We listed some venues below that you may want to consider based from your preference and budget.

There are hundreds and hotels in the Philippines where you may want to check on for you wedding day, may it be for your reception or for the marriage ceremony to take place.

There is a international website that offers good lists of affordable hotels in the country. Choose your own venue by booking online. They also offer free cancelation, vouchers and discount for early bookers. Visit their website now!