Marriage is a special event in life that is sometimes marred by numerous stressful decisions. There is so much to plan, such as the cake, the flowers, the venue, that it can all be overwhelming at times. Take comfort in the advice of the following article, and use it to ensure that your wedding goes smoothly and according to plan.
If you plan to serve your own food at the wedding, try shopping wholesale at places like Costco. You will get more food for a better price if you shop wholesale. Think about asking people you know to assist with the food costs.
When you decide who you want to give the speeches during the reception, ask them to read them to you so you know they are appropriate. For example, you would want to eliminate any jokes that apply to a very specific group within your guests in order to avoid anyone feeling excluded and to make sure the speech is well-received by all who attend your wedding.
When choosing a makeup artist, look at their past work. Are you impressed with their style? Make sure you love it. You don’t want to wait till the last minute only to find out that you are not pleased with the makeup job they will be doing.
Ask local boutiques about having small, individual portions of cake for the guests as your wedding. Many bakeries can provide wedding cupcakes that come in at 100 calories or less per serving. Other healthier options include gluten-free pastries, no-calorie sweeteners, and icing alternatives, such as meringue or fruit spreads.
Brides who have sensitive skin can have a stress free wedding day by using skincare products that will give a glowing look without causing hives, irritation, or a breakout. Look for special treatments that can help to brighten and soothe your skin. Ingredients like oatmeal scrubs, sea salts and rose offers these properties.
The lighting in your venue should be able to be dimmed. You may not think this detail is important; however, consider the effect of low lights on parts of your reception. For example, you may want to dim the lights for your first dance or other important dances and brighten them when you want everyone to participate in dancing. Inquire about the lighting with the venue, prior to signing any contracts.
You may decide to go with a boldly colored wedding cake which can function as the main centerpiece at the reception. In that case, consider placing a swatch of color-coordinated fabric beneath the cake. You can choose from a wide selection of fabrics, including silk, velvet and satin, and you can then opt for either patterned fabrics or solid-colored fabrics.
If you find it in your budget, you can have your wedding booked on a cruise with your close friends and family. This will allow you to get your honeymoon started when you’re done with the ceremony. There are cruise options that carry special rates for couples looking for this kind of wedding and honeymoon option.
For receptions that don’t include dinner, consider renting less traditional seating arrangements rather than tables and chairs. Items such as chaise lounges, or lounge chairs can help your guests to interact more easily. If you use plush seating, the guests may also feel more at ease. This may also create more areas to relax where you’re staying.
Did you dream as a little girl about the fabulous over-the-top wedding you’d have some day? Do you still wish to have a spectacular, magical night? There is a lot of planning to do for a wedding and it can be overwhelming sometimes. The above advice should be a boon to you while you plan your wedding day, and provide you a sense of relief.
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