Simple ROM - What do I need?

[pinkcharms]

My fiance and I planning to ROM first then the actual wedding will be a few months to a year after the ROM. So the ROM we are not inviting any friends, only close family (prob less than 10 people). It's going to be a really simple one inside the ROM itself. Anyone done something like this before? What do we need and how much would it cost? Do you think a professional videographer is necessary for simple ROM?

Or do you think it's better to solemnize outside of ROM? Would it be very rush since they have like fixed number of time slots?

Usually when ROM and wedding so far apart is it worth shopping for package deals? Esp given that my ROM is so simple is it worth it to get a professional to plan? I'm thinking if I shop for a wedding package now would they throw in a simple ROM for free? Haha.

Thanks! Appreciate all the advice and tips I can get!

[azureskies]

I guess you can plan your own rom if it's just a simple one

[almondgrass]

Hi pinkcharms! I think if you're having a small scale ROM and solemnization, you can just get a small lunch buffet from your venue for your guests. You can plan this yourself and it isn't necessary to hire a professional for this because it's quite easy to liaise with your venue for your food. Good luck!

[pinkcharms]

Thanks almondgrass. Other than food i'm also concerned about my dress, makeup and hair, videography/photography etc. Currently I'm looking into PS + AD bridal packages that are willing to provide at least my dress, makeup and my htb's suit for free..

i heard good things about Cang Ai and Bluebay. Anyone know whether they can do PS + AD free ROM? haha.

[snowywish]

- date
- venue
- wedding clothing
- buffet
- photography

[booknerd]

agree with them. hiring a pro will just add to your expenses.

[babymaybe]

yeah, planning a simple rom is very achievable

[MsNona]

- venue
- date
- decor
- gown/ tux
- reception

[mudpiesandstars]

YUp. there's no need to hire a wedding coordinator if you'll just have a simple ROM

[chavvot]

thanks for this informative cheklist

[tina_adam_071815]

A little Google search can help you with that. I've read some blog posts by other brides about their own DIY ROMs, I think those will be of great help to ya~

[niceshot001]

This is such an informative read

[bananarama]

Thanks for all the helpful replies in this thread!