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One piece of advice that I give brides is that your wedding will most likely have a bump in the road. No matter how well you plan, there are times when things go wrong. Sometimes it is things beyond your control like weather, and other times it’s dealing with one of the many people that…
Last weekend in New York the industry’s top bridal designers showed their Spring/Summer 2014 collections at Bridal Market. They say that gone is Organza and Chantilly Lace and that a new wave of fabrics will be exploding the scene like hand-painted lace and golf-flecked detailing. And then there is the new color trend – a…
You’ve probably been a couple for a while now, and the assumption that sex on your wedding night is the most amazing experience ever is a myth. It could be great, or you could both be way too tired to be really at your best or perhaps way too tipsy. However, your wedding night can…
Dread writing those “THANK YOU” Notes? Yes, I said EASE! It’s one of those tasks that seems endless and like most couples, newlyweds struggle at finding just the right mix of graciousness mixed with personal thankfulness. And then there is the task of finding enough time, as well, to write them. So – keep this…
We can all learn from one another, and we recently asked a number of brides who were just married to tell us just one thing they would share with other brides-to-be. Here’s what they had to say: The best advice I can give is to ask your groom to help write the thank you…
DO WEDDING CRASHERS REALLY EXIST? Yes – it really does happen! Wedding Crashers! I know this because I’ve seen it. In fact, as you review your photos after the wedding and if you find one or two people who keep showing up in your reception photos who you can’t account for, you probably had…
Lots of brides have contacted us to assist them in their plans for their wedding day and interesting enough, when I ask a bride, “What are your top priorities with regard to your wedding?” and “What money has been budgeted for that portion?”, those questions stop most of them right then and there, or I…
More and more I see brides opting not to hire a wedding planner. Budgets influence that choice many times, and other times, brides feel that they can easily handle the task themselves. However, let’s face it, as a bride, you will probably only experience a wedding once in your life. I’ve participated in a plethora…
It’s crazy, but one of the many questions that I have heard the wedding couple ask is, “How do we cut the cake?” While at first thought you might think that’s a simple question, there are some etiquette rules even on this part of the wedding. So, let’s talk about this. Rule Number One…
Guys have it easy when they get married…life goes on. Us ladies on the other hand – well! First off, we have a choice whether to keep our maiden name, take our husband’s name, or perhaps, like some, hyphenate our name and his name. Some women choose to keep their maiden name for professional reasons,…
I’ve seen a fairly large number of weddings, and I can guarantee you that there has never been a perfect wedding. Here are seven things you might want to put on your checklist when you are planning your big day. Don’t forget the marriage license. Yes, it’s true. It happens and it happens quite often….
You’ve been planning for months – maybe years? That day is soon here. Below is a quick checklist that should cover most of the items that you must be sure you have for the day to go smoothly. BRIDE: 1. Gown & Veil 2. Shoes, Hosiery, Undergarments 3. Something Old, Borrowed, New and Blue…
Most weddings consist of ceremony, picture taking, and reception. However, a new trend which is quickly catching on is the After Party. Many couples are choosing to continue to celebrate the special day with an After Party. And this After Party many times ends up being one of their favorite parts of the day. It…
Every bride needs some practical advice for relieving wedding stress. You won’t feel overwhelmed if you follow these simply seven steps: Lists are your best friends! This is the biggest party that you probably will ever plan so there will be hundreds of details, and more details. The beauty of lists, spreadsheets, budgets, and timelines…
As you begin planning your wedding you might want to consider the positive energy of Feng Shui. Feng shui is an ancient Chinese practice of placement and arrangement of space to achieve harmony with the environment. I’ve listed a few guidelines that help contribute to a loving energy that they say could have a positive…
Here’s a great link to determine when the sun will set on any particular date. Go to: http://www.timeanddate.com Plan your wedding and know EXACTLY when the SUN WILL SET.
Saying “I DO” can be a budget buster. Here are some additional tips and hints to save on your celebration: Keep the wedding guest list under 100. Limit the wedding party – keep it small. This cuts down on the cost of attendant bouquets and gifts to each member in the wedding party. Consider having…
The most important thing for a DJ at a wedding is to keep the music upbeat and keep the crowd interested. And, it’s really hard to do when you consider the diversity of the guests at weddings. An experienced DJ will have built up a collection of music that works for all ages and he…
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