Top 10 Questions Answered That Corona-Virus Wedding Cancellation Couples Have!

We know that most of you are grappling with uncertainties that Covid-19 has brought to your wedding dates. Some weddings are getting postponed; some are wondering what to do while others are still figuring out their logistics for weddings planned later in the year! The numbers of cancelled weddings in 2020 are endless. While you navigate through these testing times, we have some answers for you. All your coronavirus wedding cancellation related questions and issues answered, right here for you!

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When do I fix my wedding date for?

This one is the most important and asked question! Times are rapidly changing in India with regards to Covid-19. While we don’t know what the government’s plan is for the next 3 months, it would be advisable to plan a wedding only after the lockdown is lifted i.e. fix a date or book a venue only after the lockdown is lifted. If you want to roughly have a timeline, anything after October looks good given the current circumstances. If you want a monsoon wedding, here are some fun monsoon wedding ideas for inspiration!

What To Do I Do With This Extra Quarantine Time?

We have you covered for this one! From creating DIY favors to getting an amazing glow on your skin, this quarantine time can actually be used in a productive way for your wedding. WedMeGood’s Instagram page has a set of amazing live sessions happening every week, check them out. We also have a list of things to do that can distract you from all these current happenings!

How do I uninvite people for my wedding that was supposed to happen in the first week of May?

We have a gorgeous idea for this one. These beautiful coronavirus cancellation templates designed by WedMeGood make uninviting people easy as well as pretty! 

Is getting married in a non Covid-19 affected destination an option post the lockdown?

While the idea of a destination wedding is extremely dreamy given our current situation, it would be advisable to wait till the lockdown ends to take a call on this. Also remember, even if your destination is Covid-19 free, the travelling part is going to be tricky. In planes, people from various locations travel to one single destination and you may not know you may encounter.

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Planning to get married by the end of the year, should we postpone?

We wouldn’t recommend that. Making any kind of changes is going to cost you money and take a lot of effort in terms of co-ordination. Ensure that you are up to date with whatever the government is recommending. Once the lockdown lifts, you will have a better idea plus all your vendors will get back to work, so it’ll be easier to manage any kind of changes then.

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Have already paid my wedding vendors, what do I do?

Relax, breathe! Most wedding vendors are being considerate with date changes and venue changes during this pressing time. Talk to them and communicate your issue with them. If you are planning to postpone the wedding, most vendors are ready to reschedule. If you plan to cancel your celebrations, tell them that and come to a mutual decision regarding the refunds. Being honest and considerate is key at this time!

Haven’t got my wedding lehenga and wedding is in August and by the time lockdown lifts, it may be too late! What to do?

Most designers and stores will understand your issues and once they re-start work they may push deliveries out soon. If you haven’t made the purchase, we suggest start doing your research online. Check various online stores that retail designer as well as non-designer pieces that you may like. This way you will have something shortlisted once the lockdown is lifted and can shop!

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My wedding is in November and I already have my save the dates ready, should I send them?

Right now, timing is a very crucial element. While we understand the excitement, waiting to send them out would be an advisable thing to do. Once the lockdown is lifted your guests will be more excited too to respond.

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Can I ask for a refund on my advance if my vendor isn't available on my postponed date?

That depends on the clauses of your contract. Check your wedding venue contract cancellation clauses and you can proceed accordingly. If there was no contract, please talk to your vendor and explain the circumstances. The situation is tough for everyone and most vendors are ready to understand the couple’s state of mind!

Wedding in November but how can I continue with planning when things are closed?

Start emailing vendors that you're interested in working with and have some virtual time with them where you can explain your ideas and your mood boards and they can show you what they have to offer. At least they will know what dates you are looking at and have a pencil booking in their schedules. This way you can set up actual meetings once the lockdown is lifted instead of starting your research at that point of time! You can check out all wedding vendors online here. 

Don’t worry brides-to-be, there are lot of others who are sailing in the same boat! We will all get through this. Don’t believe us? Check this first person story of this bride who changed her entire wedding because of Coronavirus scare!