Planning a wedding as a Type B bride is... an adventure. While some brides live for spreadsheets, checklists, and twelve-month timelines, you’re more of a “it’ll all work out” kind of gal. Being chill doesn’t mean you don’t care—it just means you’re not losing sleep over the exact shade of your tablecloths. If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed and  a little under-organized, you’re in the right place. Here’s everything I wish I knew before planning a wedding the Type B way.

Type B Bride Survival Guide: Wedding Tips I Wish I Would Have Known Sooner

Not every bride dreams of color-coded spreadsheets and minute-by-minute schedules. Some of us just want to enjoy the ride (and maybe panic a little later). Here's what I wish someone had told me before I planned my wedding as a true Type B bride.

Here Are Some Signs You Might Be a Type B Bride

Before we dive into the Type B Bride’s survival guide ~ let’s make sure you’re at the right place! If you relate to more than 50% of these statements, this blog is absolutely for you.

Things I Wish I Knew Sooner As A Type B Bride

Planning a wedding without a checklist sounded like a dream—until I realized a few things the hard way. If you’re a Type B bride like me, here are some lessons I wish I’d learned a little sooner (and saved myself a lot of last-minute scrambling).

1) There Are Actually No Rules To A Wedding Registry (Within Reason)

You don’t need a 47-item registry filled with fancy kitchen gadgets you’ll never use. If you’re a Type B bride, keep it simple: practical (or even just fun) stuff you actually want (gift cards, cozy throw blankets, some cute Anthropology glasses). No one’s judging you for skipping the crystal wine decanter. Honestly, it’s refreshing to see a list that’s different from the rest.

2) Your Vendors Still Exist Even If You Don’t Reply

In true Type B bride fashion, you might see an email from your florist asking for final centerpiece counts and think, "I'll answer that later." And then... you don’t. Days turn into weeks, and now you’re wondering if maybe — just maybe — the problem solved itself. (Spoiler: it didn’t.) Vendors are the MVPs behind your big day, but they do need a little help from you — like actual answers. Set a reminder, answer them all at once with a giant brain dump email, and then reward yourself with coffee. Or cake. Preferably both.

3) Your Bridal Party Needs a Little More Direction Than You Think

You love your friends. They love you. But they cannot read your mind. As a Type B bride, you might assume everyone will just magically know where to be, what to wear, and when to show up. Spoiler: they won’t. Give them a little more guidance than you think they’ll need—a simple group text with the basics will work wonders. Otherwise, you can't get mad when they show up wearing whatever.

3) Not Every Pre-Wedding Event Needs to Be a Production (You Can Also Opt Out Of Them)

Engagement parties, bridal showers, bachelorette trips... planning those too? Exhausting. Type B brides, listen: it’s okay to keep things casual - or just skip them entirely if they're not your vibe. A backyard barbecue counts. A pizza night is valid. You don’t have to throw a 4-day destination bachelorette party to prove you’re excited to get married.

4) You Don’t Need a Six-Page Excel Sheet (But Maybe a Sticky Note?)

Not every bride needs a giant binder filled with color-coded tabs and a ten-point checklist for cake tasting. If you’re a Type B bride, your system might just be a sticky note that says “Call florist????” — and honestly, that’s valid. Organization looks different for everyone. You just need enough of a plan to make sure the DJ shows up and the guests have chairs.

5) Some People Will Think You’re ‘Too Chill’ — Ignore Them

Your family, your vendors, and random acquaintances may look concerned when you tell them you don't have everything planned. Some might even say, “Are you sure you’re not forgetting something?” Just keep doing your thing. Being a chill bride isn’t a flaw, it's sometimes even a secret weapon. You’re simply focused on marrying your favorite person (and maybe remembering to bring the marriage license).

7) Procrastination Happens, But Some Wedding Planning Things Need a Head Start

Buying favors? Meh, you can wing that. Booking your photographer? Please don't wing that. Type B brides are magical last-minute planners, but some vendors (especially venues, photographers, and caterers) get booked a year out. If you know you want something specific, make sure to get to it early. You can save the chill energy for the fun stuff later.

8) There Might Be A Few Times You'll Regret Saying 'I'm Not That Picky'

At first, you’ll feel so chill telling everyone, “Oh, I’m not that picky.” You’ll smile as you let your florist, caterer, and photographer make all the decisions. Fast-forward three months, and you’re suddenly very passionate about the exact shade of eucalyptus in your bouquets. Turns out you do care — just not about everything. Spend a little time up front figuring out what matters most to you (even if it's just "good snacks” and "lots of Taylor Swift" in your playlist).

9) Your First Dance Might Be Decided the Night Before

Picking a first dance song sounds fun—until you realize you and your partner can’t seem to choose. Type B couples tend to procrastinate on this detail and that’s okay! But don’t wait until you’re about to step out on the dance floor. Make a playlist of top contenders now and try to come to a decision a week out from the wedding (or at least the night before).

10) Everyone Will Probably Be More Stressed Out Than You—and That’s OK

Here’s the truth: your mom might panic. Your bridesmaids might over-plan. Your aunts may be asking you questions that have never even crossed your mind. Stay grounded. You’re the bride. You don’t have to turn into a Type A planner overnight just to make other people comfortable. And in a lot of cases, your closest people will be more than happy to help you out with planning!

11) You Don’t Need To Find A Vendor For Everything

Look, not everything needs a professional with a clipboard and a 12-month waiting list. Type B brides know that sometimes your cousin’s homemade cupcakes taste better than the $900 bakery quote. Some things you can DIY, some things you can Amazon Prime, and some things... just don’t need to exist at all. Choose vendors for what really matters to you—and wing the rest.

12) It’s Okay if You Don’t Care About Table Linens

No one will leave your wedding saying, “Wow, the napkin folds were life-changing.” If you’re a Type B bride, things like charger plates and linen textures might not even register on your radar—and that’s perfectly fine. Focus your energy (and budget) on the parts you do care about, whether that’s a killer dance floor or a dessert bar stacked with donuts. Happy guests remember the feeling of the wedding, not the tablecloth thread count.

13) You Don’t Need To Get Overwhelmed By a Wedding Theme. Just Go For Vibes

Formal themes? Color-coordinated mood boards? Exhausting. As a Type B bride, your wedding theme might simply be “things that make me happy.” Maybe your colors are pink, sage, and whatever matches the bridesmaids' shoes they already owned. It's not lazy — it’s resourceful. And honestly, the "vibe" is all anyone really remembers.

14) It All Comes Together in the End… Kinda Magically

Even if you forget things, even if you wing half the decisions, even if you didn’t stick to any checklist—your day will still be beautiful. Because it’s yours. And your Type B energy? That’s part of what will make it feel real, relaxed, and unforgettable.

Here’s to A Wedding That Feels Like You!

At the end of the day, your guests won’t remember if the welcome sign was late or the napkins were the wrong shade. They’ll remember the laughter, the happy tears, the dancing, and the pure love that filled the room. Being a Type B bride means focusing on what really matters—and letting go of everything that doesn’t. So take a deep breath, answer (most of) those vendor emails, and enjoy the beautiful, perfectly imperfect day you’re about to create. You’ve totally got this.

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