Let’s talk about the cast of characters on your wedding day who does exactly what is going to be up to you because guess what if you’ve been reading our blog you probably know that I am all about making your wedding day a reflection of you. If that means that there are a couple of guys on the traditionally gals side or vice a versa that does not make any difference. What makes a huge difference is that again your wedding day is a reflection of you, your loved ones and those people who are most important to you. […]

MAKE SURE YOU Bring the rings. Instruct the Best Man to not keep the ring in his pocket. Wear something that’s also appropriate for your rehearsal dinner. If your groomsmen ask you what they should wear, make sure they don’t show you up. (i.e. if you’re in khakis and navy sports coat, they shouldn’t be in black Armani suits.) In advance, ask the officiant what he/she expects of you. If there are any kids, appoint someone to supervise, coral, and muzzle. Ensure all parties know when/where to show up. Double-check that the slacker groomsmen know the details. Try to do […]

Today, we treat weddings like weird science. The moment that sparkly diamond comes in for a landing on the ring finger, we pull the wedding guides off the shelf, dust off our Pinterest inspiration-boards, and create a series of Excel spreadsheets and to-do lists. While some of those checklist items are practical and necessary (like answering the question: “Will there be food, and if so, what?”), other elements of wedding planning are not based on the weird scientific method, but rather deeply rooted in superstitious, mythical, and sometimes offensive historical customs. One tradition that we take for granted today is […]

If you’re looking to make all of the couples at your wedding feel special, you can set aside time to play the popular wedding anniversary dance to celebrate love and marriage. The Wedding Anniversary Dance always evoke a sentimental moment at a wedding reception as married couples are reminded of their own love. You can set the mood by choosing a variety of wedding anniversary songs that are easy to remember and well-known. What Is The Wedding Anniversary Dance Tradition? After the bride and groom dance, cake cutting, along with the father-daughter dance and mother- son dance, and a little […]

A budget begins with a guest list that informs most of your costs. Be prepared to spend the most (around 40 percent) on taking care of guests’ basic needs—that’s a venue, food, and beverage.” The remaining amount includes fixed costs like your photographer, videographer, and entertainment. Then, there’s the more logistical and arbitrary stuff—transportation, labor, lighting, stationery, and anything else you’ve deemed essential in the mix. Use the handy guide below as a rough outline for spending breakdowns and adjust according to your priorities. Venue and Catering: 40 percent of your budget Photography and Videography: 15 percent of your budget […]