A very romantic moment for a couple may be an engagement. That said, the romance of the engagement is often quickly overshadowed by the stress of planning a wedding. This article contains tips for couples that can make the planning of their wedding as satisfying as the wedding itself.
Should you want to cater the food yourself, look to wholesale stores like Sam’s. When shopping wholesale, you can get large amounts of food for cheaper than you could if you did not wholesale shop. See if your friends can split some of the cost.
It is a good idea to hear the speeches of those who will be speaking at your wedding so you know that their comments will be appropriate. There will be many different generations at the wedding, so sometimes a joke between young people is not received well by elders.
Use food that has an ethnic theme for the reception. Chicken, steak and other common choices are overused, so you should go with a unique menu. Variety makes things interesting and will ensure you have a memorable dinner!
There’s nothing more important in a wedding than the person who you are marrying. There is not need to hurry this important choice. Make a detailed list of the things that endear this human to you, and likewise the things that you may not appreciate so much.
You have to think about transportation when it comes to your wedding. You should have taxis and limos to take people home when it’s over. Also, this will get people who drank alcohol during your wedding home safe and sound.
Fashionable brides who love the look of luxury may wish to glam up their bouquets with sparkling embellishments like rhinestones, Swarovski crystals, or even diamonds. This can be achieved through heat-fixed crystals, adding a little piece of jewelry or even using an heirloom piece. To make sure it coordinates with everything else you are wearing, be consistent with the colors, size and cut of the stones.
Ever wonder what you will look like gliding up the aisle at your wedding? Set up a large mirror and practice walking toward it. If you plan to wear high heels with your dress, this is especially important. If you fear turning your ankle awkwardly, think about flat heels instead. This will help you to feel comfortable on the big day.
A reception held around lunchtime is a great idea. People consume less alcohol during daylight hours, and this can lower your bar tab. Lunch receptions are often cheaper and will allow you to use more money toward other needs for the wedding.
When making table assignments for your reception, ensure that even numbers of guests will be at each table. Also group the tables by age, this will give people things they can talk about.
Keep your dress at the shop in which you have purchased it until the wedding day. When you put it in your personal closet, it may get stained or wrinkled. If the bridal shop holds it, you will have a clean, pressed dress for your ceremony.
Look on Craigslist for talent to make your wedding special. Always have a face-to-face meeting with anyone you hire off of Craigslist prior to giving them any cash.
If the guests are going to enjoy a meal consisting of multiple courses, make sure they are entertained by keeping little candies in a dish at the table in between the serving times of the courses. Get sugar roses in colors that match your theme, or perhaps some crisp crackers.
Think about getting silk flowers as an alternative to real ones. You can get these way in advance because they aren’t fresh and then have them on hand and reduce one thing to do right before the big day.
It’s important to have a backup plan if you want your wedding ceremony or reception to be held outdoors. Have some tents on hand, or choose a venue that provides both indoor and outdoor space. Get proper installation of temporary walkways at the outdoor site to make sure muddy conditions do not end up soiling the shoes of the wedding participants or the guests.
Wedding Planner
Be sure to prepare well for your first meeting with your wedding planner. Copy the stylists and fashion designers who make mood boards and “look books” comprised of imagery, fabric swatches and other inspiring tidbits which can be a great start for the final product. Photographs, song lyrics and magazine clippings can be used to display your ideas in such a manner that your wedding planner can get a visual image of your ideas.
Use the above advice to make planning your wedding another memorable bonding experience. The wedding plans can be a good training ground for how you will live your married life together. These tips are geared not only towards making a couple’s wedding great, but also their relationship going forward.
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