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One wedding trend I’m seeing more and more: A couple’s furry friend taking part in the ceremony.
I happen to love when pets are involved in the processional of a wedding, and I've actually done several weddings that included dogs. One of these featured a pair of pugs dressed in a bridal gown and tuxedo, respectively. Adorable! Other weddings had the pups serve as ring bearers, strutting down the aisle with satchels in their mouths containing the wedding ...
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Tip of the Day: Christine Paul of Christine Paul Events suggests allotting 25% of the guest list to the bride's parents, 25% to the groom's parents and 50% to the couple themselves. This keeps parents from taking over — after all, it's your wedding. But if the 'rents are paying for it or contributing towards the cost, try to be as tolerant as possible.
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Tip of the Day: "The wedding color palettes I'm seeing for spring and summer are beautiful muted pastels — think Caribbean sea or pale, pale pistachio green. For a fall/winter wedding, think about deep, dark green or my favorite combo: dahlia red paired with slate grey," says celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss from Mindy Weiss Events.
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Tip of the Day: When it comes to capturing the details you've worked so hard to plan, it's key to have a list of the still-life shots you want: the cake, the centerpiece, your wedding gown on the hanger, place cards, bouquets and more. "Some things, like escort cards, are time sensitive, so it's good to know when they'll be placed, so the photographer can get to them before ...
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Tip of the Day: Are Mom and Dad willing to contribute financially to your wedding? Before broaching the topic with them, sit down with your fiancé and discuss your expectations.
"Make sure you get to a point where you both agree on your vision and how much it will cost," says financial pro Pam Krueger, author of The Moneytrack Method. "This conversation will be the springboard for how you deal with money as a ...
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Tip of the Day: Just a taste, please. Tasting stations have taken over the cocktail hour, with couples showing off their favorite foods in manageable portions. From oyster shucking stations and mac ’n cheese bars, to make-it-your-own taco stands to local food trucks pulling right up to the patio, the idea is to surprise your guests with an unexpected assortment of party food. View Post
Tip of the Day: Match your accessories to your gown. "Don't get stuck suffering from a bad case of the 'wrong proportions,'" cautions Andrea Calvert of Happily Ever Borrowed.
"For example, if your dress is a tulle ball gown that boasts quite a few embellishments, take it down a notch on your accessories. But if you chose a streamlined, simplistic satin sheath dress, feel free to amp it up!" she says.
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Tip of the Day: "Before you know it, you will be inundated with emails, promotional material and invoices from venues and vendors. Create a separate email address to keep track of all things wedding-related," says Jani Elmore of My Newlywed Nest. Then after you've said your vows, you can simply delete the account and not have to worry about unsubscribing from all of the junk.
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Tip of the Day: "Avoid overly dramatic and trendy makeup...you'll want to look like the prettiest and most 'special' version of yourself possible, not like a totally different person!" says Jennifer Trotter, a makeup artist and the owner of Lip Service Makeup.
She recommends looking at Pinterest boards, Instagram feeds of professional makeup artists, magazines, and even favorite photos of yourself to find inspiration. Consider your dress style, how you plan to wear your hair,
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Tip of the Day: Regina of Cloud Nove Events recommends Prepare all final wedding payments and tips in advance. Have an envelope labeled with each vendor's name and amount and designate someone to distribute them at the end of the evening. (Bring some extra envelopes in case you’d like to adjust accordingly at the end of the event.)
"The last thing you’ll have time for is to stumble through a pile of cash to pay each vendor, and most likely you won’t have correct change.
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Tip of the Day: "It is definitely the year of floral glamour. Oversized bridal cascades, ceremony arches, fresh flower walls...these are all making flowers once again the spotlight of weddings," says Heidi Werner, a wedding guru for The Carolina Inn.
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ip of the Day: If you're using a Pinterest board to gather ideas and inspiration for your wedding, make sure to go in every so often and "clean up." "Delete photos that no longer fit your wedding style and/or theme, this will help keep you focused and help keep a cohesive look for your wedding. Too much inspiration can lead to confusion," advises Brooklyn-based wedding and events planner Laura Remmert of Laura Remmert Events.
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ip of the Day: If you're using a Pinterest board to gather ideas and inspiration for your wedding, make sure to go in every so often and "clean up." "Delete photos that no longer fit your wedding style and/or theme, this will help keep you focused and help keep a cohesive look for your wedding. Too much inspiration can lead to confusion," advises Brooklyn-based wedding and events planner Laura Remmert of Laura Remmert Events.
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