We are so excited to be mentioned in a wedding blog out of Detroit. Eric and Jade run the blog at http://detroitweddings.net. Here is an excerpt from their wedding planning blog!
Planning a wedding can be a very exciting time for you and your partner – it gives both of you a new opportunity to learn more about each other, and it provides a setting in which to explore one another’s tastes, likes, and dislikes. However, it can also be an incredibly hectic time, causing unwanted and unnecessary stress during one of the most critical periods of your relationship. While hiring a wedding planner will indeed relieve a tremendous amount of that added stress and anxiety – ultimately making for a more enjoyable planning experience – here are a few tips that you can practice that will help you prioritize your planning list.
Cosmetics – The cosmetics of your wedding, while very important to your experience and the lasting memory of your wedding day, should not come before the logistics of your wedding. Selecting the right dress, for example, should be secondary to securing the best venue at the best price, and within a safe and practical timeline. Communicating with your wedding planner very early on about venue preference will take away a great deal of burden, and will allow you to devote plenty of time to other features of your wedding, such as choosing the perfect wedding dress.
Guest List – This is another great example of what you can do to make this process much easier on yourself and on your partner as well. Giving your guests an appropriate amount of time to respond to your invitation should be your utmost concern, especially if your wedding will be out of state or out of the country. 
Your wedding planner will be able to provide you with a large selection of invitation themes and packages, so you shouldn’t worry about that at all. You should begin your part of the planning process by compiling a rough guest list, which can be adjusted later to fit your budget or preference. This leads us to the next item on the list – budget.
Budget – You should have a clear idea of your budget constraints before starting anything else on this list. This is where a wedding planner is most useful. As professionals, their job is to make this process as carefree and enjoyable for you as possible. Part of that responsibility is effective budgeting using the limits you set and satisfying the requests you make within that budget. Sit down with your partner and discuss the best options for both of you, and make sure your planner has a clear understanding of what you’re willing to spend. A good wedding planner will work closely with you to ensure that you get exactly what you want without exceeding your budget.
Venue – Choosing the right venue is a major part of your planning, but selecting a venue in a timely manner is much more important. You should set aside time earlier in the planning process to sit down with your wedding planner and discuss possible options based on your budget, preference, and convenience to your guests (if that’s something that concerns you). In order for you to have the best feedback from your wedding planner, you should have a refined list of possible locations for your wedding and possible alternatives should those be unavailable. This will make the booking process much easier, and you will be that much more likely to secure the venue that you want.
Wedding Planner – The last item on this list, and the easiest way to make your wedding planning process as smooth and carefree as possible, is hiring a wedding planner. Professional planners have a catalogue of skills that can make any scale of wedding a huge success. They have heightened organization and multitasking skills, both of which are a must if you hope to plan a successful wedding. They have a clear understanding of timelines and deadlines, 
and will meet your expectations when you give them hard dates and time frames. A good wedding planner will be able to envision your requests and turn them into reality on your wedding day. Not only do planners have an extensive skill set, but they are extremely knowledgeable about the market – this means that they will be able to find you the best prices and discounts, match you up with your first choice, and give you the liberty and peace of mind to enjoy the months leading up to your wedding day.