Published May 8, 2023
Finding a date for your wedding should be one of your top planning
priorities after accepting a proposal. What kind of event you host
will depend greatly on the month of your wedding. After all, a
wedding in the Berkshires in January is very different from one in
June. Numerous significant aspects must be taken into
consideration while choosing the ideal month for a wedding.
One of the most infamous aspects in wedding planning is choosing
your wedding date, and for good reason too! It might have a big
effect on your wedding's theme, setting, and preparations.
Although your friends and family may put a lot of pressure on you
to go on a date, take your time. Later on, you'll thank us. When
picking the ideal wedding day, there are many enjoyable and
practical aspects to take into account. Let's get started straight
now.
1. SEASONS
Typically, the two most popular times of year for weddings are spring and fall. However, your state certainly affects this. For instance, summer weddings in This area occasionally trail winter and spring nuptials in popularity. When it comes to your venue or vendors, peak seasons may be more expensive and/or have fewer available dates. Although it is always worth inquiring if you have a specific date in mind, many popular dates are booked about 15 months prior to the wedding day. Every season is lovely for a reason—we've had stunning weddings in every season at every location!
2. FULL MOON
According to several folktales, getting married at a full moon is
lucky. While a starry sky during a declining moon also appears
gorgeous in images taken during a wedding at night, it is
unquestionably beautiful. Marriages during a full moon were
thought to be the healthiest and happiest, according to the
ancient Greeks.
Many people also think that the lunar cycle restarts at the new
moon, heralding in a new beginning and a chance for adventure. A
wedding that takes place 12 hours following a rejuvenated or
waxing moon is a terrific choice for optimal luck.
3. WEEKDAYS
Weddings during the weekend, especially on Saturdays, are
frequently very popular, which reduces your options for both
venues and providers. By choosing a weekday wedding, you can
typically get better deals and expand your date options. The
percentage of spring marriages that take place on a Saturday has
decreased to 33%.
Having a laid-back pre-wedding atmosphere with friends and family
is ideal on Mondays. Wednesdays are well-liked because people want
to break up the week, perhaps by making Tuesday a pre-wedding spa
day. No matter if you are hosting many friends who are parents
with active children or long-distance visitors, Thursdays,
Fridays, and Sundays are always an excellent choice.
4. NUMEROLOGY
Another unusual technique to bring good feelings to your wedding
day is to use numerology to select the date. According to
numerologists, your Life Path Number, which is obtained by adding
the digits from your birthday, is what makes you who you are.
To determine your Life Path Number, use the basic math below:
Your birthday's month, day, and year should be reduced to single
digits. For instance, add 1 + 2 to get 3 if your birth month is
December.
Day: 14 = 1+4 = 5 Month: 12 = 1+2 = 3
Year: 1999 = 1+9+9+9 = 28 = 2+8 = 10 =1+0 = 1
Next, multiply the three Master Numbers single digits together:
3+5+1 = 9.
Accordingly, if November 14, 1999 was your birthday, your Life
Path Number is 9.
5. PARTY DATES
In the 1920s, weddings on the twentieth of the month were great occasions. If you want to round out your wedding anniversary numbers, the first and second of the month are also acceptable dates. There are Friday the 13ths every few years, which some couples select for added fun. Beautiful palindrome dates are also always in demand because they will stand out on Save The Date cards and be simple to recall for years to come.
6. GOOD DAYS
If you want to give your wedding a lucky boost, think about
choosing a date based on numerology or a lucky number. Since the
number "one" stands for unity and new beginnings, getting married
on the first of any month is a wise decision. The second combines
dualism and partnership. Due to its good connotations in ancient
mysticism, the third of the month is considered lucky throughout
the world. It is seen as a good day to move into a new house. The
fifth stands for excitement and vitality. Venus is related to the
sixth and is represented by passion and harmony. Marriage is
related to the seventh because it is difficult to separate. The
ninth day of the month, which is three to the power of nine, is
lucky.
All of these numbers can have their strength increased by
combining two of their affinities. For instance, because the 29th
is linked to friendship, compassion, cooperation, and diplomacy,
matching the numbers 2 and 9 is advantageous.