by Krystle Hernandez

Created on: April 23, 2009

Selecting a wedding date and time can be a momentous occasion for a newly engaged couple, or a couple who has been engaged for years but just hasn't gotten around to walking down the aisle. But, with roughly three hundred and sixty five days in a year, how are you expected to be able to just pick one, "perfect" date? Moreover, once you set the date, how do you know what time you should book your venues for? Should you go with a morning ceremony and a reception brunch? Should you go with an early evening ceremony and a nighttime soiree that lasts well into the early morning hours? With so many decisions, it is no wonder that couples can become easily overwhelmed! So, here are some tips to help you when you are selecting a wedding date and time.

Think about a timeline.

If you just got engaged, before you pick the perfect date, you should be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get the perfect gown, your dream venue, and shed those last twenty-pounds before the big day. Timing is everything. Although some engagements may last a year to eighteen months, others will be considerably shorter, and some may even be much longer. The important thing is to consider what goals you and your future spouse are working towards and factor getting married into those plans in the way that is most appropriate and suitable for your unique situation.

Consider your budget.

Your overall wedding budget may determine whether or not you will be able to afford a particular date, considering the fact that many venues are booked solid on Saturdays well in advance. If you have a smaller budget, you may also need to be more flexible when choosing your date. Ultimately, you may have to reserve your venue(s) for a less popular day of the week, like Friday or Sunday. Similarly, some months are arguably more popular amongst brides than others; therefore, prices during these peak times can spike. If you live in a northern area with snowy winters, you may find that wedding venues drop in price during the winter months.

Moreover, certain venues may have varying fees when it comes to what time you choose to book. Brunch weddings may be less expensive than formal, sit-down dinner, evening weddings.

Sentimentality.

If you've got plenty of wiggle room in your budget, you may want to select a date that has some sentimental value to you. Many couples choose to marry on the anniversary of their first day. Other couples pay homage to their parents by selecting to wed on their anniversary date. If you are fortunate

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