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Saturday, January 30, 2010
Something Blue
I like this idea. Instead of hiding your something blue in a garter under your dress, try showing it. Try throwing on a blue headpiece on your big day.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Midnight Snacks
This idea is great. Want to wow your guests with a special surprise try a midnight snack. Just when everyone thinks the party is almost over, hit them with a great snack. Think mini cookies and milk shooters, mini burgers and crinkle fries, or a taco bar. This is a definite pleaser. We have bride's that do the late night snack and it's always a hit.
Photo from TheKnot.com
Photo from TheKnot.com
Monday, January 18, 2010
Why Hire A Wedding Planner? Article by Micheal Willms
"One of my favorite topics is, "Should I hire a wedding planner and why? After all, my mother and her mom did mom's wedding and everything came out just fine!"
One of the best analogies I can give regarding not having a wedding planner, given my dad is a surgeon, is opening up your own abdomen to do surgery, and then having second thoughts as you nick an artery, and then wanting to reach out for help. Little late I'd say. I urge you to avoid learning after the fact, because once you’ve had your wedding and you’ve gone through the experience to learn what it is all about, then you’ll know why having an expert on your side is needed.
Today, I compare weddings to a movie production, but with only a onetime run through. All I can say for weddings without planners is the professionals hired better get it right and the photographer better catch it perfect on camera because if not, we may have Bridezilla comin' out and eating us all alive. Give me some humor here! But seriously, in a large production, there is always the need for a "go to" person to arrange everything and keep the show under control during execution.
From my initial "What I Do First?" list, there are 54 entries of pre-wedding things I count on needing to be done, not to mention any extraneous items from each person's needs...and these are just the pre-wedding details, now imagine it is the week of your wedding. Your family starts to arrive from Sunday to Tuesday; everything begins to be turned upside down. You have all kinds of last minute things you want to do and now most certainly, you don’t have the time as your family and friends want you to go to Universal City Walk, or whatever diversion is comparable in your town.
Most of the brides I work with are not available during the time the vendors are operating their business making it even more challenging for communications. Plus many vendors are occupied with several events at a time, which the event that is fastest approaching usually takes the focus making it difficult and time consuming to get the vendor to respond. A dedicated planner is persistent to get the answers you need and distribute information that is pertinent, confirming the vendor understands it clearly.
Where the real action is, is on the day of the wedding. This is when it’s truly action-packed as far as details. For most weddings, set up begins before makeup; leaving vendors with the need of a point person to fine tune what is live and happening. Most of my time during the last two weeks of wedding planning is spent refining time line adjustments for vendor time in/out, confirming time for highlights (like cake cutting), etc. as there are always last minute changes once everything plays out.
Along with all of what I’ve just shared, imagine the bride being a consummate hostess with a smile plus having to handle the RSVP management, wedding rehearsal execution, guest list management, guest's umpteen million questions that roll in all day long, transportation organization, amenity distribution.... I’d say that a mad woman would be an easier role for a bride left alone! But when you have someone you can trust working on your behalf, available to call, text and email like a maniac to get what needs to get done done, you have the comfort to actually relax, and enjoy your wedding day."
Written by Michael S. Willms of MSW Event Design for Your Wedding Day
One of the best analogies I can give regarding not having a wedding planner, given my dad is a surgeon, is opening up your own abdomen to do surgery, and then having second thoughts as you nick an artery, and then wanting to reach out for help. Little late I'd say. I urge you to avoid learning after the fact, because once you’ve had your wedding and you’ve gone through the experience to learn what it is all about, then you’ll know why having an expert on your side is needed.
Today, I compare weddings to a movie production, but with only a onetime run through. All I can say for weddings without planners is the professionals hired better get it right and the photographer better catch it perfect on camera because if not, we may have Bridezilla comin' out and eating us all alive. Give me some humor here! But seriously, in a large production, there is always the need for a "go to" person to arrange everything and keep the show under control during execution.
From my initial "What I Do First?" list, there are 54 entries of pre-wedding things I count on needing to be done, not to mention any extraneous items from each person's needs...and these are just the pre-wedding details, now imagine it is the week of your wedding. Your family starts to arrive from Sunday to Tuesday; everything begins to be turned upside down. You have all kinds of last minute things you want to do and now most certainly, you don’t have the time as your family and friends want you to go to Universal City Walk, or whatever diversion is comparable in your town.
Most of the brides I work with are not available during the time the vendors are operating their business making it even more challenging for communications. Plus many vendors are occupied with several events at a time, which the event that is fastest approaching usually takes the focus making it difficult and time consuming to get the vendor to respond. A dedicated planner is persistent to get the answers you need and distribute information that is pertinent, confirming the vendor understands it clearly.
Where the real action is, is on the day of the wedding. This is when it’s truly action-packed as far as details. For most weddings, set up begins before makeup; leaving vendors with the need of a point person to fine tune what is live and happening. Most of my time during the last two weeks of wedding planning is spent refining time line adjustments for vendor time in/out, confirming time for highlights (like cake cutting), etc. as there are always last minute changes once everything plays out.
Along with all of what I’ve just shared, imagine the bride being a consummate hostess with a smile plus having to handle the RSVP management, wedding rehearsal execution, guest list management, guest's umpteen million questions that roll in all day long, transportation organization, amenity distribution.... I’d say that a mad woman would be an easier role for a bride left alone! But when you have someone you can trust working on your behalf, available to call, text and email like a maniac to get what needs to get done done, you have the comfort to actually relax, and enjoy your wedding day."
Written by Michael S. Willms of MSW Event Design for Your Wedding Day
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Mary & Stefan: The Dress
What can I say? I am speechless! This dress is awesome it was designed by bride and made by Monaco Couture. This was the wedding of Mary and Stefan, held on Halloween, I just found the pictures from Erin Hearts Court. I love how all of the bridesmaids' dresses are different, and the shoes...forget it!! Behold:
All images from Erin Hearts Court, photographer
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Great Idea For Bridesmaid Gifts
The adorable necklaces by Gems by Emily, make great gifts for your bridesmaids. They come in different styles and metals. They are also affordable for gift giving. Check them out at the Etsy store.
Photos from Etsy.com at Gems by Emily
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Reception Idea, Choreographed Dance
Want to do something unique for your reception, but short on ideas. One of my favorites, a choreographed dance. I love it when our brides do it, and so do all the guests. You can do it as an entrance or after toasts. Think a cute father daughter dance or something spunky with your new husband/ wife. This is a real crowd pleaser, trust me!- Mason
Photo from TheKnot.com
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Venue Idea
Looking for a venue location, but nothing fits your unique personality? I love this idea, an airplane hanger. This couple got married in a hanger in San Marcos, TX. Aces on the idea!
Jake Holt Photography
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Hot Deal
Right now WeddingTracker is running a deal for Knot members. Use promo code Knot50 and get 50% off your personalized wedding website. Comes with the following features:
Gift registry page
Unlimited photo upload
Music/Video upload
Flash animation templates
Guestbook
Maps + accommodations
RSVP manager
And more!
Unlimited photo upload
Music/Video upload
Flash animation templates
Guestbook
Maps + accommodations
RSVP manager
And more!
Reception Ideas
A Grooms Cake that will WOW!
Your guests will remember a memorable Groom's cake. This is an area you can be super creative. These cakes are traditionally southern, but they are popping up everywhere now. Stick to something that represents the Groom's likes or personality, and have fun!
Photo from TheKnot.com
Your guests will remember a memorable Groom's cake. This is an area you can be super creative. These cakes are traditionally southern, but they are popping up everywhere now. Stick to something that represents the Groom's likes or personality, and have fun!
Monday, January 11, 2010
Reception Ideas, How To Wow Your Guests
Not Your Traditional Wedding Music-
Want to wow your guests and do something fun and different? Surprise your guests with some non traditional music.
"Sure, a string quartet is nice, but you'll blow guests away with a jazz trio or a Spanish guitar player. To get the party going during the cocktail hour, look into hiring a mariachi band, a bluegrass group, or even a barbershop quartet for some seriously memorable melodies." TheKnot
Your guests are sure to remember something unique! If you don't want a cookie cutter wedding, there are plenty of ways to stand out. Talk to your planner about new ideas.
Want to wow your guests and do something fun and different? Surprise your guests with some non traditional music.
"Sure, a string quartet is nice, but you'll blow guests away with a jazz trio or a Spanish guitar player. To get the party going during the cocktail hour, look into hiring a mariachi band, a bluegrass group, or even a barbershop quartet for some seriously memorable melodies." TheKnot
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Trend For 2010
The white wedding cake is back! A big trend in this coming year is a throwback to the classic. Think simple and clean.
"While dessert tables and candy bars have been popular for the past few years, wedding cakes have made a comeback. But instead of the colorful two-tiered styles we saw in 2009, this year it’s all about the classic white wedding cake. "- The Knot
Here are a few of my favorites- Mason
"While dessert tables and candy bars have been popular for the past few years, wedding cakes have made a comeback. But instead of the colorful two-tiered styles we saw in 2009, this year it’s all about the classic white wedding cake. "- The Knot
Here are a few of my favorites- Mason
Photos from MarthaStewartWeddings.com
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