The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed the way we socialize, especially how we hold weddings. It's changed how we lived, and weddings during COVID have changed considerably from where they were in 2019. With the CDC constantly updating its recommendations for the pandemic, we are all looking to remain safe during these difficult times.
Additionally, the California COVID-19 stay-at-home order has also caused some difficulty for people planning weddings in the state. However, there are many ways to still hold the wedding of your dreams within the guidelines set forth by the health professionals.
Here are some easy steps to help you plan your wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic while staying safe and still trying to match your desired dream wedding.
Finding a Venue
The first step of any wedding planning procedure is to find a wedding venue. It's hard not to simply search wedding venues near me on Google, as you'll have to do more research this time to figure out if the location will be open and allow as many guests as you would like.
You need to look further into their rules, how much space there will be, the area, and what capacity you'll be able to match. Finding a wedding venue now is more about safety and protocols and the beauty and the backdrop that it will add to the gorgeous photos you can take during your special day.
Some people even opt to have their wedding virtually because they can exchange their wedding rings over Google hangout or Zoom and share them with their loved ones from afar. After that, however, it's up to you what you want to do. There are many opportunities you can find from searching for a wedding venue even now during the pandemic.
To Elope, or Not to Elope?
Choosing to have an alternative wedding is becoming more popular as a choice now due to the pandemic. So many people have been trying to plan the traditional, generally larger wedding, but the outbreak halted their plans.
If you've been trying to plan a wedding, COVID-19 may have disrupted your plans, but there are other options you can choose to still get wedding planning done or to get married within the time frame that you would like.
If you don't want to wait a long time but know that you will not be able to get together due to the troubles of the lockdown, you can still host a small wedding or even elope and have somebody take photos for you.
Even if you have a small gathering of friends and family flying into the Los Angeles International airport, they can spend time with you during your special weekend. So it can still be a special event, even if you choose a less traditional route and decide on an alternative plan or even eloping.
Finding Vendors and Photographers
One of the most significant steps in planning for your wedding is finding vendors and photographers who will come to help complete the special day. Even if we are still dealing with COVID, wedding planning will still need to happen, and that's why you can take several different steps.
You can reach out to your potential vendors from home and get to know them virtually to see if they can work your wedding. You can also do the same with photographers, reaching out virtually to see if they can help with your wedding. COVID outbreak situations might deter physical meetings in person, but you can still do your best to find vendors and the best photographer.
The most important thing with finding vendors and photographers is to make sure that you have people who will help you keep the day safe and make things run smoothly. If they can't promise this, then you might want to keep searching for the best match!
Sharing the News and Finishing Touches
Now that you've decided on your wedding venue, your vendors, and your photographer, you could share the news with your family and friends. Now that you've organized your wedding, guest dresses can be purchased, and people can finally mark the date and plan their traveling. You can send invitations via email or print them, and make sure to keep track of your RSVPs.
You should also share your wedding registry or ask for donations for the charity of your choice if you're feeling driven to give back to a cause that you feel passionate about. Then, you can prepare for your wedding, apply proper safety precautions, and even start to plan your honeymoon!
And the Countdown Begins!
Now that all of the complicated wedding preparation is done, you can sit back, relax, and start to find the perfect dress, pick your bridesmaids and maid of honor, and get excited about finally being able to tie the knot.
If you're looking for a wedding photographer in the Los Angeles area, I would love to be of assistance! Feel free to contact me today to learn more about my services, the safety protocols I follow, as well as how we can make your dream wedding a reality and capture every moment of it too.