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| 2007-05-12 23:37:59
Guidelines for speakers at Weddings
Guidelines for speakers
Each speech should take five minutes and most people speak clearly at the rate of 180 words a minute, so plan a speech of about 1000 words. Speakers should make a list of everyone they must thank, and what to thank them for.
It’s a good idea to write out the speech in full, and learn the opening and closing paragraphs by heart. Write the key points of the speech on cards, and refer to them when necessary.
Speakers should remember that a wedding is a happy occasion. The audience is not feeling critical, so there is really no need to be nervous.
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| 2006-09-12 08:29:22
The Wedding Dress: What Not to Wear
Have you ever wondered if choosing a Wedding Dress is difficult? Consider the following paragraphs and compare what you thought, some practical information on choosing a Wedding Dress.
So, you've set a date, it’s one of the biggest days of your life! One of the many things, you have to do to get ready is to choose your Wedding dress. This article is to help prevent you from choosing the WRONG wedding dress. Here are practical ideas to keep you from making a very expensive mistake.
How can you put a limit on learning more? The next section may contain that one little bit of wisdom that changes everything.
1. It's gotta fit. This may seem obvious, but many brides claim they are a size six and cram their bodies into dresses much too small for them. This approach to wedding dress shopping can make for bad pictures, not to mention discomfort on your big day.
2. Not every woman has the desire to be current with wedding dress fashions, but there are some definite no-nos. Stay away from halters, giant puffy sleeves, and mermaid style skirts (tight around the hips and knees and flared at the ankles). Also avoid any dress that you saw in a wedding more than 5 years ago.
3. Consider the setting. Don't choose a dress for a different wedding, even if it's been your dream since you were a little girl. Long sleeved dresses should NOT be worn at an outdoor wedding in August. Conversely, don't choose a sleeveless dress for an outdoor reception in November. Lastly, and this is a little known fact, don't wear lots of tulle for an outdoor event. The fabric attracts bees like crazy.
4. Love your dress. Don't buy a dress that you don't absolutely love. You only get one chance to have your perfect day. Choosing the cheapest, or the most sensible, or even the one that your best friend likes the most will not cut it for your wedding. If you don't love it, don’t buy.
Hopefully this advice will keep you from being rash when it comes to your wedding dress. This is one of the only elements of planning a wedding that is almost entirely in your control. You may order flowers that come in silk instead of fresh. Maybe your caterer had a death in the family. Well, you won't have all of these things happen. At least, probably not. But, at least you will have not picked a bad dress.
Remember, take it easy, be calm, listen politely to advice, then YOU choose
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| 2006-07-15 09:54:28
Titanium Mens Rings – The Contemporary Look for the Modern Man
Titanium Mens Rings – The Contemporary Look for the Modern Man
by: Peter Crump
The wearing of a man wedding ring is a relatively modern phenomenon. So is the use of Titanium in Titanium mens rings.
One of the newest and classiest of the modern jewelry materials, Titanium is setting a standard in the looks of contemporary mens wedding bands.
Despite this, mens titanium rings are reasonably hard to find in your local jewelry store. Unfortunately titanium hasn’t quite made it into the consciousness of your local jewelry merchant. So if you want to find the ultimate in contemporary male jewelry, including men’s titanium rings, you have to look further affield.
Enter the internet. There is a world of choice on the net for the modern couple searching for the ideal contemporary design mens titanium wedding band.
But first, what is titanium?
Titanium is a naturally occurring element, not an alloy. In other words it isn’t just a mixture of two or more different metals to produce a third one, as alloys are. That is not to say that Titanium cannot be alloyed with other metals, just that Titanium itself is not an alloy.
It is in fact often alloyed with other metals for jewelry making to make it harder, although all Titanium including pure Titanium makes a fine jewelry material.
For the more chemically minded amongst us, Titanium is listed in the periodic table as a natural element, atomic number 22.
It was named in 1795 after the god Titan.
Titanium can even be found in space rocks. The Apollo 17 mission brought back rocks with up to 12% Titanium in them.
Because of it’s natural properties Titanium has been primarily used in the aerospace industry, and only more recently applied to jewelry making.
But why is Titanium such a great material for making mens wedding bands? A number of reasons.
Firstly it is very hard, much harder than traditional ring materials such as gold and silver. It is extremely lightweight, corrosion resistant and very strong. It is so strong in fact that rings are fashioned out of a solid block of metal, so make sure that you get your size right as resizing is usually not an option.
It is hypoallergenic, meaning that it cannot produce skin reactions or allergies as can be found with some other ring materials, though rare.
But the real reason is that it looks great! Titanium can be shaped into a wide variety of styles. It can also be colored into a stunning range of colors which can be mixed and matched.
For this reason the range of choices in mens Titanium wedding bands is much greater than for a more traditional material such as gold for example. Although gold can be altered to offer a small range of different colours, it is basically gold colored. Titanium offers a much wider range of choices in color.
Titanium also offers a choice of finish, most commonly satin, matt or polished.
Black Titanium mens wedding rings are amongst the most eye catching of all the Titanium rings. Black Titanium rings are usually a mix of black Titanium coupled with another color as an all black ring can be overpowering. But a contemporary style mens black Titanium ring is almost the ultimate in chic for the man who wants to make a statement.
Mens Titanium rings can be coupled with a wide range of precious gemstones, including diamonds, to add effect. And as Titanium is so strong it is also possible to buy tension set titanium rings.
What are these? Well the strength of the material is used to suspend a gemstone, say a diamond, between the two ends of the ring so that the gemstone is almost hanging in space in the ring. A totally modern look.
The strength of the Titanium keeps it there.
And for the more creatively minded amongst us it is possible to design your own mens Titanium ring. There are online jewellers who offer the option of making up a design for your Titanium ring that is unique only to you. You decide exactly what style, color or mix of colors you want.
Want to add a gemstone? Or more than one? Where do you want to put it in the ring? It’s all up to you.
There is no doubt that the older traditional materials used for making rings make beautiful rings. Gold or silver rings are still high on the list of choices for many men, and modern ring designs in these materials are also impressive.
But the modern man who has decided to wear his marital status on his finger shouldn’t buy a ring before he looks at the range of
Titanium mens wedding rings.
The only difficulty is making up your mind which one!
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To find out more about Titanium Mens Rings visit http://www.coolmensrings.ili1.com/titanium-mens-wedding-rings.htmlas well as many other types of Men’s Wedding Rings, including Platinum, Gold, Silver, Diamond, unique and custom made and inexpensive Mens Wedding Rings.
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| 2006-06-21 18:43:03
Wedding Rings
Wedding Rings
by: Elsie Gilbert
don’t tend to get the public airing that they deserve, in your average wedding celebration. However, wedding rings are likely to be worn for the rest of the bride and grooms’ living days, so they are, arguably, the most important element of the wedding accessories.
Wedding Rings – The Basics
Wedding rings are exchanged as part of the ceremony, normally as vows are said by both parties. The guests do not normally see the wedding rings until after the ceremony is well and truly over, so it can be tempting to skimp on this element and save money.
Bear in mind that the bride will almost certainly wear her wedding ring alongside her engagement ring. It is essential, therefore, that they both rings work together well. This is particularly important if the engagement ring is of an atypical shape or with a particularly large stone.
Always consider your everyday jewelry. Although it is possible to accessorize on your wedding day to complement you choice of wedding rings, this ring will be worn every day, for many years, so it must fit in well with your general style. This is equally important for the groom, as he too will have to wear the ring for some time, so he should also consider what would go well with his usual attire.
Contrary to popular belief, it is not essential to choose golden rings. If you prefer silver colored rings but want to retain the quality, why not consider white gold? It is also possible for the bride and groom to have different styles of ring, so do not feel pressured into selecting matching styled rings.
Wedding Rings – Ideas for Slashing the Budget
Whilst you want the best wedding rings possible, you do not need to spend a small fortune! Often, wedding rings are passed through the generations, particularly on the male side, so find out whether this is the case so that you can avoid the time and energy of searching for the perfect wedding rings!
When you are selecting an engagement ring, it may be possible to negotiate a discount on wedding rings, if they are purchased at the same time. Another possible option is to consider using cheaper wedding rings for the ceremony itself and to purchase the more permanent wedding rings, at a later day. The real point of this is to spread the major expenses – weddings do not come cheaply!
A great way to make cheaper wedding rings look unique is to have them engraved with your wedding date and your initials.
With a little imagination, wedding rings can truly look magical, without costing the earth!
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Elsie Gilbert offers great insights to all different types of wedding ceremonies, wedding styles, wedding accessories. From traditional to the exotic she makes it easy for the bride and groom to review and choose. For more details on all types of wedding ideas visit this site now www.weddingceremonyhelp.com
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| 2006-06-14 18:43:28
The Wedding Veil
The veil dates back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. They were wary of evil spirits and demons, and bright colors were believed to scare off these unwanted spirits. Occasionally, a Roman bride was completely covered in red veils to protect her from evil spirits. Others believe wearing the veil stems from the time of arranged marriages. The father of the bride may have feared the groom would not want to marry his daughter if he found her unpleasant to look upon, so the bride would be heavily veiled and she would not be revealed to the groom until after the ceremony.
Many believe the tradition of the 'unveiling' stems from Biblical story of Jacob and his two wives. Jacob's father-in-law, Laban, tricked him into marrying Leah instead of his true love, Rachel. Leah was heavily veiled and Jacob did not realize he had married the wrong woman until after the ceremony. Thus the Jewish tradition of Bedeken was born, where the groom lowers the veil before the ceremony and raises it prior to the kiss.
The veil became popular in England during the 1800's and signified modesty and chastity. In the Christian tradition, the veil is lowered by the father before the processional and is raised by the groom prior to the kiss.
In some Eastern ceremonies, the bride is veiled throughout the entire ceremony and is not unveiled until after it is over.
The wedding veil has evolved over the centuries, and has signified youth, virginity and modesty. Roman brides were married in swathes of brilliant red or yellow, while Viking queens wore metal skullcaps. Many Japanese brides still wear the traditional tsuno-kakushi, a white hood that supposedly hides the horns of jealousy. Veils made of lace were made popular in the United States by Nelly Curtis, the adopted daughter of George Washington. Legend has it that Major Lawrence Lewis, her father's aid, saw Nelly standing behind a filmy lace curtain and he was so taken by her beauty that he asked for her hand in marriage. She then wore a lace veil on her wedding day in order to preserve the effect for her groom.
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Tom Tsatsos
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| 2006-06-07 04:06:48
Ethnic Wedding Traditions
Ethnic wedding traditions represent the culture, values and beliefs of a particular country. Many wedding traditions are full of poignant symbolism and others, while beautiful, reveal the superstitious nature of their originating culture. Irish wedding traditions emphasize good luck. African wedding traditions incorporate the joining of two families. Greek wedding traditions feature symbols of fertility. Regardless of the country of origin, whether it’s Japan, China or Scotland, each wedding tradition greatly honors the sanctity of marriage and features underlying themes of unity and new beginnings.
Many ethnic wedding traditions are hundreds, even thousands of years old. Jewish, Indian and Native American wedding traditions are especially old. Some, like Hispanic wedding traditions, are a combination of the old and new. However, some countries’ traditions are dying as their youth turn to modern Western practices. The white wedding gown which has become a deep-seated tradition in North America and Western Europe has become increasingly popular among Asian brides. The adoption of a Christian wedding ceremony in non-Christian cultures is also on the rise.
Most, if not all, of the wedding traditions commonly adopted in the West did not originate in the West: a large bridal party meant to confuse and prevent evil spirits from ruining the bride’s wedding day; the bride’s father walking her down the aisle as a symbol of passing ownership of his daughter over to her new husband; the wedding ring as a symbol of a couples’ never-ending commitment; the shower of rice for posterity; the receiving line which allows the bride and groom to bring good luck to everyone they touch; and the blue garter meant to be tossed as a good luck token. Some are French, some are British, some are Roman, some are Egyptian, and some are Jewish. The commonly viewed traditions of the West could be considered ethnic wedding traditions as well.
As the world changes, so do the wedding traditions of each culture. Some ethnic wedding traditions are rarely practiced today; they are a relic of a bygone era. However, others are experiencing a renaissance as couples acknowledge their heritage by following the traditions of their ancestors. Other couples are combining multiple ethnic wedding traditions and ethnic wedding attire, both the old and the new, to create a wedding uniquely their own. If you are looking to add a bit of romance and history to your wedding celebration, embrace your background and incorporate one of these ethnic wedding traditions into your wedding.
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| 2006-05-25 10:04:11
How to Propose
How to Propose--------------
For most men (and women) proposing marriage is a nerve-wracking event, but it doesn't have to be. These tips can help you plan a proposal she'll never forget. Keep in mind there is no “right” way to propose; it's a personal and special moment unique to every couple.
Discuss marriage first: Marriage shouldn't be rushed into; it's a life-long commitment that requires serious discussion with your partner. Only when both partners are ready to take the “next step” should a proposal be considered.
Buy the ring: The engagement ring (and later the wedding ring) will be worn by the bride for the rest of her life. Don't settle on the first ring you see. Look for that “perfect” ring you'll know she'll love. Ask the salesperson's help in choosing a quality diamond and ring setting. Not sure of her style? Consider proposing without the ring and go shopping for it afterwards together.
Insure the ring: An engagement ring is usually a very expensive purchase. Don't leave things to chance. Should the ring be lost or stolen insurance will cover the cost of replacement.
Ask her father's permission: this wedding tradition dates to the days when a woman had no rights of her own; her father had full authority over whom and when she married. He accepted or declined proposals as he saw fit. Today most men ask the father's permission as a gesture of respect only.
Keep it a secret: As hard as it may be try not to tell anyone about your plans to propose. The less people you tell the less likely the bride is to find out. Unless of course you don't want to surprise her!
Plan the “big moment”: the proposal is one of those memories she'll cherish forever. Therefore, this “once in a lifetime” moment should be planned as befitting its significance. Don't feel as though you have to top other proposal stories. Not every woman expects her proposal in skywriting! Instead, choose a place or time with special meaning for both of you. Was your first date at the beach? It could make a great proposal location. Does she love Halloween? Consider carving “Will you marry me” into a pumpkin and hiding the ring inside as a “treat”. However you propose keep it simple and personal; the best proposals are those that focus on why you are proposing rather than the how or when.
Have a back-up plan: Fate has a way of interfering when you want things to go “just right”. As it's impossible to foresee how your proposal will unfold always have a back-up plan in place. Then it's just a matter of trying again!
Celebrate: Once she accepts spread the good news and celebrate! Make the most this moment for all it's worth.-------------------------------
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| 2006-05-15 03:05:05
Wedding Myths
Wedding Myths -
There are many wedding myths and superstitions most are based on events or omens that are said to foretell either good luck or bad luck. Ironically, some myths have both positive and negative connotations. Like all superstitions wedding myths have no scientific basis… however, it never hurts to keep them in mind just in case!
Wearing pearls: this is one of those wedding myths with both bad luck and good luck meanings. The ominous version of this myth holds that pearls represent future tears; thus wearing them will bring many tears and heartache in the marriage. The luckier version of this implies that the pearls take the place of the bride's real tears, thus she'll have a happy, tear-free wedding.
Tears on the wedding day: it is considered good luck for the bride to cry during her wedding. She will have cried all her tears away leaving none for the marriage. Another theory holds that a bride's tears are good luck as they bring rain for the crops.
Rain on the wedding day: this is another good luck – bad luck wedding myth. In the good luck version, rain is said to foretell the coming of children just as rain promotes growth in the farmer's fields. In the unlucky version, rain drops represent the many tears a bride will cry throughout her marriage.
Sign your married name before the wedding: it is considered bad luck for the bride to sign her married name before the wedding as it tempts fate. For the same reason, the bride should avoid wearing her entire bridal outfit (wedding dress, bridal veil, shoes and jewelry) prior to her wedding day.
Dropping the wedding ring: this is another contradictory wedding myth. On the one hand, dropping the wedding ring during the wedding ceremony was seen as lucky as it would shake out evil spirits hiding in the ring. On the other hand, dropping the ring was considered the most ominous of events; whoever dropped the ring was said to be the first to die.
The bride shouldn't make her own dress: this wedding myth states that for every stitch of the wedding dress the bride sews herself she'll shed one tear during her marriage.
Time of day to get married: the couple should exchange their vows as the clock's minute hand is moving upwards, therefore any time half past the hour, for example 2:30 or 4:45. The upward movement is said to bring blessings upon the couple as the minute hand is “ascending towards heaven.”
Surname of the same first letter: it is considered unlucky for the bride to marry a man with a surname that begins with the same first letter as hers. This wedding myth is summarized in the following Victorian rhyme: “To change the name and not the letter; is to change for the worst and not the better.”
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10 Common Wedding Reception Mistakes
10 Common Wedding Reception Mistakes --------
Every bride wants a fairytale wedding. Therefore, this article is to try and minimize problems that may occur during a wedding reception. Listed below are the more common mistakes made by brides and grooms during your wedding reception. We will tell you what to do!
Don't leave early. Your guests came from near and far to see you on your wedding day. Not staying the whole time of the reception would be a slap in the face. This will be the only time most of your family and friends will be able to see you as you will be very busy with last minute preparations the days leading up to the wedding.
Setup all the tables. Your wedding vendors will need to know where to set-up. Be sure there is a table for the wedding cake, music entertainment, catered food, sign-in near the entrance, gift table, tables and chairs for all your guests to eat and any other tables you may have planned for specialty items.
Preplan with your vendors a day or two before the wedding. Be sure all your wedding vendors know exactly what you want. Clarify times and location so you don't need to worry about them.
Don't arrive late to the reception. It is customary that guests do not start eating until the bride and groom start the food line. Be sure to get as many of your pictures taken BEFORE the wedding. There are many ways to accomplish this. One is to have the entire bride's family pictures taken. Then, have the bride return to the dressing room. Next, take pictures of the groom and his family as guests can see the groom before the wedding. This way you will not compromise the groom seeing the bride before the wedding. Therefore, all that is left after the ceremony are pictures of the happy couple.
Don't seat the young at heart directly in front of the music entertainment. Older generations are at a wedding typically to socialize with their family and friends. If they cannot hear each other talk, an unhappy situation may occur. So, if by choice, seat the young at heart near the wedding party but away from the entertainer's speakers.
Don't have one particular type of music. There are many different types of people in the world. And yes, they include your family and friends. For example, the bride and groom may love country music. It doesn't mean you have to play country music the whole night. There is a lot of celebration music besides what you like.
Start the food line or meal as soon as possible. Guests plan their meal times the day of your wedding around your reception. Guest will not eat a big meal before your wedding because they know they will be eating at your reception. Don't starve them.
Know what it will cost you if the reception goes into overtime. Ask the reception facility exactly how long you have the hall to rent and what time you must be out. Please allow time for cleanup if you are the ones doing it. What is the overtime charge for the facility, music entertainment, photography, etc?
Greet and say hello to all your guests. Finally and most importantly, greet all your guests. Make an effort to have a conversation with each and every person. They are there to celebrate your marriage. Give them the common courtesy of thanking them for coming to your wedding.
Don't get drunk and obnoxious. Keep in mind the only time brides and grooms eat during the wedding day rituals are at the wedding reception. There's not much food in your stomach and alcohol will affect you much faster. Try and eat throughout the day and watch how much you drink. You want your guests to remember how beautiful the bride looked, not how you acted.
(NOTE: This article has been reprinted from http://www.ArticleFeedster.com with permission.)
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 | 2006-05-04 03:31:28
7 Money Saving Tips for Planning Your Wedding Reception
7 Money Saving Tips for Planning Your Wedding Reception--------------------
1. Trim the guest list. This is difficult but sometimes necessary if the cost per guest is going to break your budget. Cross off names on the list of guests who might feel obligated to come to the wedding if they are invited but would not have their feelings hurt if they are not asked to attend. Think of inviting only relatives with whom you have a close relationship instead of everyone related to you. Invite only the people who are important to you and your parents rather than everyone you know. 2. If your wedding ceremony and/or reception will be held at a hotel, ask for discounts when your family and friends are staying at same hotel. Reserve a block of rooms for your guests several months before the wedding for the best rates. Speak with the appropriate manager when asking for discounts and reserving rooms.
3. When planning your ceremony and reception at a hotel, ask to speak to a manager who is in charge of these services. A manager should be in a position to offer the best rates for the hotel's services. Ask the manager to throw in extras. Use hotel house linens instead of renting others. Hotels and catering halls have their own "props" and centerpieces that they are happy to loan. Always ask for at least 10% off stated rates.
4. On your wedding day stick to your schedule for your ceremony and reception. Musicians will charge more if asked to perform beyond the time stated in their contract. You will also incur additional limo charges if your event runs longer than planned.
5. To simplify things and save you money, have your ceremony and reception in the same location. There will be no need for limos to take you to the second location. Many houses of worship have halls that are equipped to handle wedding receptions at reasonable fees-especially if you are a member.
6. Ask friend to lend their talents in lieu of a gift such as invitations or flowers. Ask a friend will pretty penmanship to address your invitations instead of hiring a calligrapher. If you simplify your flowers and arrangements, perhaps a friend can assemble fresh or silk flowers which will save you hundreds of dollars.
7. Consider having your wedding any day but Saturday. Fridays are also popular wedding days but may cost a lot less than a Saturday event. For even greater savings, choose a weekday evening for your wedding. Schedule the wedding to allow guests time to arrive at the ceremony after the work day has ended. Many guests enjoy weekday weddings as this frees up their weekends for other activities. Choose a date between November and April to avoid higher peak season rates in many areas.
About the Author
Roanna Rose has owned a full service bridal shop for more than 20 years. In 1997, the business was extended to the internet when the web site http://www.tjformal.com was created showcasing prom dresses, wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses & more.
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Wedding Entertainment
Wedding Entertainment--------
Picking out a disc jockey for your wedding entertainment can be very key to the success of the event. Below are some questions that should always be asked before saying ‘how much do you charge?’
1. What type of party experience does your DJ have? Is he or she experienced enough to handle unforeseen circumstances that may arise. They should offer appropriate music during certain times. Dinner and cocktail music should be played during the meal and change to dance or upbeat music after, when the couple feels is appropriate. Additionally, the DJ should work well with other professionals, such as the caterer and photographer.
2. What type of events does your DJ regularly play? Obviously one would prefer the answer ‘weddings.’ Many disc jockeys serve other markets and only do weddings when one comes along. Weddings are unique from proms or clubs and should be treated that way by entertainers. There is certain etiquette that needs to be displayed in a wedding entertainer, and an inexperienced DJ can end up ruining your wedding reception.
3. Can the DJ provide local references? The key to a disc jockey service is repeat business and word of mouth advertising. Ask for phone numbers or email addresses of past customers and have questions prepared to ask them about their experiences with the DJ.
4. Is the disc jockey’s price a good value? Shop around but don’t settle for the bottom line. There are bargain DJ services where you get more than your money’s worth. There are also services that will charge you too much. Watch out for companies that will try to take advantage of a couple preparing for a wedding.
5. What type of equipment will your DJ use? Make sure there is all professional equipment, no home speakers and home-built lights. You are hopefully hiring a professional who takes his job seriously. Make sure they have made an investment in equipment. Only expect the best. No bride and groom should have to worry about the microphone or speakers dying in the middle of their reception!
6. Will the DJ play a wide variety of music? You want to find a DJ that will entertain everyone at the reception. The music library should contain everything from big band , oldies, disco, country, rock, and should be on digital compact disc. They should also offer to purchase any of your special songs that they do not have in their music library. Also, ask for a sample music listing.
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Flowers
Flowers
Flowers are the most common and most beautiful of wedding decorations. Make an effort to choose flowers that fit your taste and style for the wedding. They will show up at the ceremony, reception, and in photos for years to come. Most couples choose to use a florist to arrange bouquets and decorations.
You can help your florist plan your arrangements if you bring pictures or fabric swabs of gowns and colors used in the wedding. Also try to bring along a layout of the church and reception facility.
If your floral designer is unable to be present for the ceremony, ask for specific instructions for handling the flowers. You may want to assign specific people (a bridesmaid or family member) to handle floral items.
Be careful when designing a bouquet that it is not too large, which would obscure the details of your dress. Flowers should compliment, never upstage your look. Keep in mind the proportion of your body when selecting the size of your bouquet.
In terms of floral color, pick something that offers a contrast to your gown. Floral arrangements that closely match the gown may get lost in photographs. When planning the color of the flowers at the altar, keep in mind that dark colors tend to lose visual impact in photos. Lighter colors will stand out better.
Ask the florist to separate the men’s lapel buds and the flowers for the mothers, grandparents, brides, and attendants. This keeps people from running in and out of the bride’s dressing room to get flowers.
When working with your florist, do not hesitate to be specific about what you like and what you want. If you want something lush and lavish, DO IT. You should expect a spectacular bouquet just for you on your special day.
Have your florist arrange two bridal bouquets, one for the ceremony and one to be thrown at the reception. This will allow you to preserve a bouquet that was designed especially for you.
Finally, begin searching for a florist at least 3 months in advance of your wedding date. Ask for references and check them closely. Check their shop to get a feel for the designer’s style and taste.
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Catering
Many couples do not realize that the catering or food bill is typically your largest expense involved with your wedding (45-50% of most budgets). This is why it is essential to choose your caterer carefully. Spend plenty of time with your caterer talking about your budget, what style of reception you want (buffet, sit down dinner, cocktails, etc) and the types of food you’d like to serve.
If you are unfamiliar with the caterer, schedule a ‘tasting’ to sample their culinary skills and take not that food is presented attractively too. Another way to ‘check-up’ on your caterer is to check references. Many brides ask for references but never actually call them. Make at least 2 reference calls. Don’t be shy—ask questions.
When hiring your caterer, be sure to ask about the dinnerware or china they use. Some will include the dinnerware in their price, but it may be chipped, scratched, or worn down. Ask to samples to make sure the place settings will nicely compliment your wedding décor.
Service is a very important element when choosing a caterer. Be sure to ask about the ratio of servers to guests. This can vary depending on the type of reception you have. A good estimate is about one server for every 8-10 guests.
When determining a final head count for your caterer, be sure to include a meal for your entertainer(s), photographer and wedding day coordinator. But, always confirm with these vendors that they do want a meal before you include them in your head count. Make sure to separate these from your guest head count, because a caterer may charge less for ‘vendor’ meals.
Ask your caterer to prepare a ‘leftover’ basket with a sample of all the food at the reception. Most likely, the bride and groom will not get the opportunity to eat and enjoy all the food at the reception. Even if you’re leaving the next day for the honeymoon, it will be a good snack.
Be sure to ask your caterer about ‘guaranteed numbers.’ Many caterers will quote prices based on a minimum or ‘guaranteed’ number of guests. Many base their figures on a minimum of 100 guests. If your final guest count is less than 100, there may be an additional fee.
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Tips for Weddings
What do I do First?
The day following your engagement, you run to the store to pick up every bridal magazine in sight. They are filled with photos of beautiful wedding gowns, rings, and articles on weddings. Some of the magazines give you a brief idea of what you need to do to plan your wedding, but you’re still not sure how to start off the process. The key is to start organizing and planning earlier rather than later
First, you need to create your own system to keep all the details in one place. You may choose to use a binder with a tab for each category you will be using. Examples of categories include: Bakery, Ceremony, Catering, Florist, Music, Reception, Photography and Transportation. An accordion file is another choice, using the same category tables. This way you will be able to see each category at a glance.
Which system you choose is up to you, but use it consistently to keep track of all receipts, pictures, brochures, business cards etc. that is related to each category.
Once you have your system in place, then you can begin the research. There are plenty of wedding-planning books on the market and countless online websites. Visit the bookstore or the library to pick up a book to help with the planning process. If you have friends who were recently married, ask them if they have a book you can borrow to save a few bucks.
Next, find a wedding timetable layout. This will include a list of things ‘to-do’ for the entire time (months or years) before the big day. Some of the first things on the timeline may be: consulting with fiancé and parents to decide the budget and financial support available. Another may be deciding the number of guests you want to invite to your big day, deciding what type of wedding (formal or informal), or even interview some wedding coordinators. The timetable is a basic guideline. You can recreate it on your computer to fit your wedding and time line.
Once you have an idea of all the details involved in planning a wedding, and all the time you will have to invest, then you can begin asking friends and families for help. Delegate tasks to help you check off all the ‘to-dos’ on our list by the time you arrive at your special day.
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The WEDDING DANCE SURVIVAL KIT
Got the Bridal Waltz Blues?
INTRODUCING:
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Coping Strategies - for those First Dance Nerves;
Exit Mechanisms - to save face after miss-steps;
Save Face with Grace - via the Professional Expertise of Your Personal Dance Consultant;
Convenience - bringing the lesson to YOU!
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The Wedding Dance
Your bridal dance doesn't have to be an awkward moment of shuffling across the dance floor, it can be a lot of fun! It could be an elegant waltz, sexy samba, raunchy rumba or even a rock 'n' roll number. The choice is yours and it's all so easy once you know how.
Anyone can learn to dance, it just takes a little time and dedication and you may find a whole new interest in your life opening up. Many couples have found taking lessons for their bridal dance has led them to a great new social activity, giving them a common interest which will bind them together for years to come.
Let us give you the confidence and poise to take the dance floor with a flourish. Mesmerise your guests with your self-assurance and create a special moment to be captured on video for years of enjoyment.
But don't let time slip by you. Planning a wedding can take quite a bit of time and before you know it the wedding is only two weeks away. Book in for your first lesson now and you will have plenty of time to perfect your skills over the coming weeks. The sooner you start, the more confident you will feel and you will look forward to your bridal dance with anticipation, instead of feeling nervous about it.
And guess what? You would be very surprised at the choices of music available to you - there are no limits. Whether you take a current song off the radio or choose a classic favourite, there is always a dance to match it with.
Apart from adding fun & excitment to your life, dancing lessons can also improve your overall fitness level, relieve stress, plus give you a poise and self confidence that you never thought you could have.
Denis Yates
(0414) 986 263 (mobile)
http://www.theweddingdancersite.com/
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