It’s Green Monday here. Real vs fake? Real flowers vs fake flowers (excuse me, silk flowers…it’s all in the marketing message)? Real Christmas trees vs fake Christmas trees? It’s a quandary. In general, I prefer real things over fake things any day (with the exception of fur – fake will do). Real flowers are beautiful […]
If you read my blog you know I LOVE Bravo Network. One of my favorite shows is Inside the Actor’s Studio. I have always loved biographies and love to hear where people have come from and what adversities they have overcome to become so famous. It’s just a natural curiosity of mine. This show fulfills
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If you were given a ring like this one over here (thanks Mrs. Kristin Fielder Buehn for showing off your bling for this post), would you give it back if the engagement came to an abrupt end? Once the tears have dried up, the age old question becomes: Who gets the engagement ring? Does the
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[Yup, you read the title right. Read on….] 5. You LOVE to research information. Maybe you know a thing or two about weddings, the real point is that you love to find extra time to research etiquette questions, customs, traditions and overall wedding info. Usually this is done on the internet while you are working
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We talked about video today on TV. I love, love, love wedding videography – it is a great compliment to the still photography shots. Both have a place on your wedding day. Here’s the thing. You have to make sure you are hiring a professional videographer. Do you really want to spend $2k on a package
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This morning’s wedding segment we talked about wedding photography. Now I won’t bore you with what to ask a photographer when interviewing them (there are a 1,001 questionaires out there). I’m going to give you some advice straight from an experienced planner’s mouth: 1. Make sure you find a photographer that you feel comfortable with.
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We talked on the TV segment today about wedding traditions and where they come from. Here are few wedding traditions and their origins: Best man – did you know that this comes from the tradition of a man going to another village to get a wife and he could possibly be met with some physical
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Today on the morning show we discussed the real truths of wedding planning…that no one likes to talk about! 1. Have real expectations for your family, fiance, friends, wedding party etc. Some brides think they are going to get more help than they actually do – so don’t set yourself up for disappointment. 2. There
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tip on bustling your wedding gown… Make sure you bring someone with you to the store when you learn how to bustle your gown. Ideally this will be your maid of honor or at least someone who will be available at the reception. Have this person take a really close look at the hooks and
If someone you know asks this question, it can be uncomfortable and awkward. So here are some possible answers – pick or modify which one applies to your situation: “We would love to invite everyone, but we have decided on a smaller gathering of close family.” “Our (my parent’s) budget simply won’t allow us to
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Giving a good toast is challenging – so keep these points in mind: – Short, from the heart and to the point is always best. – If you have to read it, it’s too long (see above). – Make sure you have the room’s attention before you begin. – Hold the microphone very, very close
Try to get as much information from your guests and as early as possible. Do not be surprised at how many people definitely want to attend, but never get around to sending that card. – Make sure the RSVP is due at least 2-3 weeks before the wedding date. – Have your mom, fiance’s mom
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