How should I select my wedding venue?
· Your venue is the largest expense category within your wedding budget. ·
So, let’s be practical. First! 38-45% of your total wedding budget is for your venue. Don’t visit a venue that is not within these limits. Second: Decide if you prefer an outdoor – waterfront, beach, mountains, lawn, or garden ceremony or Indoor – (fewer weather contingencies)- fireplace, large window, a historic mansion, or a place…
Outdoor Weddings
· Lately, several brides are choosing to have their wedding outdoors. ·
Why not do what we do, and offer your ladies heel protectors. Trust me, they will love that you were considerate of their shoe investment. Details!
I have tried many different companies for wedding stationery and I have even created my own. Some have great designs, but sub-standard quality. Others have great quality, but few designs. Minted has it all; lots of design styles to fit every taste, and excellent stock quality. You select your design, personalize your data, load in…
When selecting your wedding stationery…
· Think ahead.. ·
I like to recommend that all stationery for your wedding have a running theme, design, color palette, etc. I call it “Suite Stationery”. Starting with your Save-the-Date announcement, you are setting the tone for your wedding. People will begin to assess the type of wedding, your style, your personality, and even what they will wear…
When working with your Florist..
· Bring lots of information... ·
For the ceremony florals, bring photos of your venue ceremony site, and your color palette, including your invitations, bouquets, bridesmaids dresses, and grooms’ attire. Use a Pinterest Board that shows your entire color palette. Then for the reception, show the proposed tablescapes. Be sure to include ALL tables; head table or sweetheart table, cake table,…
Save Money – yes! With our volume discounts, vendor coupons, and connections, we can get you better prices on products, services, and rentals. Save Time – We do this full time, and therefore we can focus on the intricate details of your wedding or event. Remember, there are no do-overs! Our Experience in the industry…
Reserved Seating for your Elders
· You want your elders to feel special... ·
Make “reserved” signs on the aisle end seats with their name and photo on it. This way your Ushers and/or Hostesses can direct your “special guests” to their seats. This is also a good tip for your “handicapped” guests. Mark a convenient seat just for them, so they know you considered their needs. Also, reserve…
A Wedding Planner has connections…
· and knows how to negotiate... ·
We spend countless hours with other wedding/event professionals that offer a wide variety of services to make your wedding day not only special, but cost effective. We know how to get better deals on various products and services based on these relationships. Because of our volume of weddings, vendors will work with us on pricing…
When choosing your ceremony and reception music…
· Consider this.. ·
When selecting the music for your wedding ceremony, PLEASE LISTEN TO THE WORDS!!! Although some songs have a captivating beat or rhythm, the words may not be appropriate for this setting. Think of songs that align with each part of the ceremony; like, “A Mother’s Prayer”, as the parents approach the alter, or “Lord make…