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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We always talk about wedding planning, but what about being a good wedding guest? This is what you should do: prior to wedding You RSVP in a timely manner. You let the hosts know if you have to cancel at the last minute; don’t just not show up! You do not ask the couple if
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Ever have this happen to you? Your good friends invite you over for dinner and as they serve your meal with a nice glass of wine, they inform you that your drink will cost $3.50. I hope you brought some cash. I know. This has never happened. But it does at weddings and honestly, guests
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Who likes leftovers? I do, but that is because it means I don’t have to cook. Again. However, I have restrictions on how much time I will spend eating them. That is why I often question the tradition of keeping the top layer of the wedding cake for the first-year anniversary. If you are going
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…remember to include your out-of-town guests at the rehearsal dinner if you can afford the extra head count. Also – another nice touch (and becoming a custom, rather than an option) is to have welcome bags waiting for them at the hotel. Remember to include amenities such as; bottled water, munchies, breath mints, and such.
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