Schedule enough time for prep
This one often applies at the start of day and if you have any changes in the course of the day. As you prepare for any hair, makeup or grooming, make sure to allow for enough time to get ready. Ideally you should have a trial before the Big Day but factoring sufficient time for these things means you can accommodate any tweaks or adjustments as well as getting you relaxed and comfortable for the rest of the day. Plus your overall look comes out better too!
Don’t make your ceremony too long
As a rule of thumb, try not to make your ceremony more than an hour. Anything longer means guests will start to get restless and slightly disengaged which is no fun at all. It also has a knock on effect as the timings of everything else to follow is dependent on when the ceremony finishes and the later it runs, the further back everything else happens.
Work with your photographer to create a shot list
I cannot stress how important it is to create a shot list for your pictures. If you’re not familiar with what a shot list is, essentially it’s a list of the different shots you would like your photographer (and videographer in some cases) to capture on the day. From accessory and stationery flatlays during morning prep to pictures with different groups of people after the ceremony, having a shot list beforehand is key to being prepared. This way your photographer can work through the list quickly which saves time.