Let’s face it - planning an Indian wedding is like orchestrating a full-blown Bollywood production (with a limited budget and unlimited opinions). Between the mehendi playlist and mama ji’s seating preferences, it’s easy to forget the small stuff that actually makes a BIG difference. Here’s a list of 11 things Indian couples often forget while planning their shaadi - and how our Indian Wedding Planner Book makes sure you don’t!
1. Budget Bhool Gaye Kya?
It starts with, “We’ll keep it simple,” and ends with “How did we spend 30% more?!” It’s easy to get carried away with the dream wedding vision, but many couples end up spending 20-30% more than their initial budget. Why? Because they stretch the budget slightly for every item, and often forget to reserve a small portion for last-minute costs like gratuities, extra décor tweaks, or surprise rituals. Our planner helps by setting realistic budgets upfront and maintaining a buffer fund, so you’re never caught off guard.
2. Venue vs. Vibe
Couples often rush to book venues without fully considering if the space suits all their events. For instance, outdoor setups for Mehendi and Haldi can be magical - unless it’s the rainy season! Our planner guides you through venue selection with a keen eye on weather, guest comfort, and event flow, ensuring your dream locations are practical too.
3. The Great Indian Time Buffer Gap
Indian weddings are packed with ceremonies often held at different venues. Many couples forget to add buffer time for travel, setup, and unexpected delays. Use our “Wedding Week” section to build in buffer hours - aka your secret weapon against chaos.
4. Naani’s Ride Matters
We love inviting everyone - from toddlers to taujis - but forget to plan their transport. Ensuring elderly guests and family members have comfortable transport is often forgotten, leading to missed moments or exhausted guests. Our planner’s “Invitations, Accommodations, and Transport” section ensures every guest arrives on time and relaxed, so no one misses the fun!
5. Tell the Guests, Yaar
Confused guests = hangry guests. Not telling them about dress codes or venue changes? Big oops. Clear communication about event timings, locations, dress codes, and dietary preferences is key to happy guests. Many couples underestimate this, causing confusion.
6. What About YOU?
Somewhere between décor and sangeet, couples forget their own joy. Remember, your wedding is about your celebration first! Our planner encourages you to carve out moments to relax and soak in the joy, so you’re energized and present throughout.
7. Feed the Crew
Vendors are the unsung heroes of the day. But they often go hungry and have nowhere to chill. Make sure you have a dedicated space for your vendors to have food and rest when needed.
8. Chaos without a Captain
Unassigned tasks = everyone running around like headless chickens. Assuming family or friends will manage the day’s coordination often leads to chaos. Our planner helps you designate clear responsibilities, turning the wedding day into a smooth, joyous flow rather than a stressful scramble
9. Early Birds & Late Owls
What if guests arrive before check-in or flights get delayed? Guests arriving ahead of time or departing late might experience inconvenience. Booking extra rooms or lounges for early check-ins and late check-outs can help ensure their comfort and ease.
10. Missed the Perfect Candid?
Couples often forget to share a list of key family members or special moments with their photographers or videographers, which can lead to missing cherished candid shots. Take time to brief them in advance to ensure nothing meaningful is missed
11. What Happens After?
Leftover décor, rented attire, jewelry safekeeping, and gift management are often afterthoughts. Use our post-wedding checklist to stay organized and avoid any last-minute scrambles.
Indian weddings are beautiful chaos - but with the Indian Wedding Planner Book by your side, they can be beautifully organized chaos!
