When you sit down to start your wedding planning, you’re probably not dying to dive into the logistics first. Maybe you’re daydreaming about flower arrangements or a crisp fall color palette. Maybe you know one of the first decisions you need to make is the venue, so you’ve started researching and requesting information from some of the top wedding venues in your area.  While none of this is “bad”, today we’re diving into what you ACTUALLY need to do first - which is decide who you want to invite (and what that number means for your wedding venue's maximum capacity)! As a wedding planner, this is NOT something I can do for you. And while your guest list may not sound like the sexiest thing, honestly, it’s one of the tasks couples hate doing, you do want to know your number before you start going on venue tours (or even finalizing your budget). I can't wait to share some tips with you today! To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below: Why the number of guests you choose to invite is so important [04:20]The first thing you need to do to get started [05:20]Having an A list and B list guest list [05:41]What your wedding venue's maximum capacity really means [7:01]The BIGGEST mistake couples make regarding their guest list and venue [08:17]Navigating awkward guest list convos that might come up [11:10] Links Mentioned in the Episode Find the Full Shownotes HereWhen to Send Your Wedding Invitations (Episode 95!)5 Questions You Need to Ask During Your Wedding Venue Tour (Episode 84)Who should you even invite to your wedding (Episode 40)Leave a voicemail on our wedding planning hotline! (585) 210-3467@AskthePlannerPodcast on InstagramBook a 90-minute Clarity Call to get wedding planning help specific to your unique situationThe Ultimate Wedding Planning checklistVisit the ASK THE PLANNER Wedding Planning Templates Shop Connect with the show! 📞 Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467 IG: @asktheplannerpodcast TikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast 💻: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/ 💌: [email protected]