Wedding Planning Tips...
The Reception
Because the reception is usually the single largest expense in any wedding, lots has been written about it. Much of the lore of receptions represents an historical or traditional flavor. But times have changed. The economy is different. The bride and groom are different and the focus on the reception as the celebratory segment of a wedding event has changed somewhat.
One assumes that the commitment to another person inherent in the engagement process, is binding. However, like the Crystal Harris plan to marry Hugh Hefner, it is always subject to change. Crystal canceled her wedding plans two days before the event. One can only assume that there were sufficient funds available to cover lost deposits and to issue guest list wide notes of cancellation. But assuming that the wedding and reception went on as planned, these modern notes of advice would have been well received.
1. Leave the reception before the guests. It used to be the "rule". The wedding couple changed into their "traveling clothes" and left the reception to begin their honeymoon. Today's couples have challenged that tradition and are frequently the last to leave the reception. In some cases, it becomes a waiting game. No one is sure who should leave when, so no one does. One can speculate about the reason for this need to be the last to leave the party, but it can prove awkward. Be gracious and leave before your guests begin to nod off at their tables. It was a super party, but someone has to leave.
2. Whatever your budget for the reception, DO IT WELL! If you don't have the money for a sit down dinner, switch to a buffet. Don't skimp. Do what you can afford to do beautifully. Switch days, switch times, switch venues-do whatever gives you the most beautiful ceremony and reception within your budget. Don't try to reach a level that you cannot afford. Skimping always shows.
3. Let you focus at the reception be on your guests. This is a huge party/celebration you are hosting. And hosting means that the focus is on the guests. The first rule of entertaining guests is to consider their time and attention. That means: cut down the time between the ceremony and the reception. Don't make them wait several hours between events. If the lag time is two hours, that is too much. Also, work hard to have the venues for the reception and the ceremony close together. Be considerate of your guests and don't make them drive an hour or more to get from one event to another.
4. Cut down the guest list. You don't need to have the area's largest reception. Invite only those people who matter to you both. Surveys have shown that after several years, couples look at their wedding photos and are amazed by the number of guests that they cannot name. To a person, those couples regret having invited people who really don't matter to their important event.
5. If you have changed your mind and don't want to go through with the wedding, cancel it earlier rather than later. Don't pull as Crystal Harris and cancel the wedding to Hugh Hefner two days before the event. Remember the focus on the others. The bride isn't the only star of the day. The groom is a significant player as well. If you two have doubts, work them out or agree to disagree and be gracious hosts.
For advice on other issues that can complicate a wedding, see one of our experienced consultants who have seen it all at least once. Then can be your best source for answers. Please feel free to email any questions.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
Exclusive Wedding Notes!!
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Wedding Notes!!
Perfect Weddings is now WeddingWire Rated for 2011Lancaster, Ohio - July 5, 2011 - WeddingWire, the nation's leading wedding technology company, is pleased to announce that Perfect Weddings is WeddingWire Rated 2011 for Wedding attire. WeddingWire Rated is an annual award program that distinguishes wedding vendors across the country for their excellence. Based on hundreds of thousands of recent wedding reviews, WeddingWire Rated is the most recognized and trusted brand among engaged couples looking to find the best local businesses for their wedding.
Perfect Weddings has over 14 reviews on WeddingWire. Reviews by our newlywed clients include detailed ratings and insightful descriptions about their experiences working with our business and staff. Our reviews provide transparency for potential clients, assisting them in making the most informed decisions for their big day.
"We are delighted to unveil the 5th annual WeddingWire Rated program," said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire, Inc. "Perfect Weddings has made a commitment to capturing their clients experiences on the nation's leading wedding review site."
As the largest site for wedding reviews, WeddingWire empowers engaged couples with the most comprehensive and trusted review system available. The WeddingWire Rated program provides Perfect Weddings with a simple platform to capture customer feedback from their wedding planning experience. Newly engaged couples can easily access all of the reviews for Perfect Weddings on WeddingWire.com. We would like to thank our newlyweds for our WeddingWire Rated 2011 recognition.
For more information, please visit Perfect Weddings on WeddingWire at http://www.perfectweddingsbridal.com./
For more information on WeddingWire Rated 2011, please visit www.WeddingWire.com.
About WeddingWire, Inc.
WeddingWire, the nation's leading technology company serving the $70 billion wedding industry, is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower both engaged couples and wedding professionals. For engaged couples, WeddingWire offers the ability to search, compare and book over 200,000 local wedding vendors, from wedding venues to wedding photographers to wedding cakes. WeddingWire also offers an online community and a suite of cutting-edge planning tools for weddings, including wedding websites and wedding checklists, all at no charge. For wedding professionals, WeddingWire provides free online management tools creating the only market opportunity that gives local businesses control over their clients, reviews, leads and performance. Businesses that join the WeddingWire Network appear on WeddingWire.com and other leading sites, including ProjectWedding.com, MarthaStewartWeddings.com (NYSE: MSO), Weddingbee.com, and Celebrations.com (part of the 1-800-Flowers family of brands, NASDAQ: FLWS). .\
Perfect Weddings has over 14 reviews on WeddingWire. Reviews by our newlywed clients include detailed ratings and insightful descriptions about their experiences working with our business and staff. Our reviews provide transparency for potential clients, assisting them in making the most informed decisions for their big day.
"We are delighted to unveil the 5th annual WeddingWire Rated program," said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire, Inc. "Perfect Weddings has made a commitment to capturing their clients experiences on the nation's leading wedding review site."
As the largest site for wedding reviews, WeddingWire empowers engaged couples with the most comprehensive and trusted review system available. The WeddingWire Rated program provides Perfect Weddings with a simple platform to capture customer feedback from their wedding planning experience. Newly engaged couples can easily access all of the reviews for Perfect Weddings on WeddingWire.com. We would like to thank our newlyweds for our WeddingWire Rated 2011 recognition.
For more information, please visit Perfect Weddings on WeddingWire at http://www.perfectweddingsbridal.com./
For more information on WeddingWire Rated 2011, please visit www.WeddingWire.com.
About WeddingWire, Inc.
WeddingWire, the nation's leading technology company serving the $70 billion wedding industry, is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower both engaged couples and wedding professionals. For engaged couples, WeddingWire offers the ability to search, compare and book over 200,000 local wedding vendors, from wedding venues to wedding photographers to wedding cakes. WeddingWire also offers an online community and a suite of cutting-edge planning tools for weddings, including wedding websites and wedding checklists, all at no charge. For wedding professionals, WeddingWire provides free online management tools creating the only market opportunity that gives local businesses control over their clients, reviews, leads and performance. Businesses that join the WeddingWire Network appear on WeddingWire.com and other leading sites, including ProjectWedding.com, MarthaStewartWeddings.com (NYSE: MSO), Weddingbee.com, and Celebrations.com (part of the 1-800-Flowers family of brands, NASDAQ: FLWS). .\
Friday, June 17, 2011
Wedding Notes!!
Its Summer! With the sun shining, sunny colors rule! So, Hellooo Yellow!
1 color-3 ways
Lemon! This vivid hue evokes images of summer days and sidewalk stands. It also brings the happy to any occasion
Lemon/Rose- Make a strong statement with this bold, modern color combination. Its a standout choice for a reception in an all-white loft space.
Lemon/Khaki- Want to go rustic bur so over beige-on beige? Pair a beaming bright with a natty neutral and you have a mix that's perfect for a countrified party.
Lemon/Lime- This cheery twosome would be supercute at a preppy lawn ceremony.
All this and more ideas from "Brides" magazine
Please let us know if you have any questions.. check us out on Facebook or at perfectweddingsbridal.com
1 color-3 ways
Lemon! This vivid hue evokes images of summer days and sidewalk stands. It also brings the happy to any occasion
Lemon/Rose- Make a strong statement with this bold, modern color combination. Its a standout choice for a reception in an all-white loft space.
Lemon/Khaki- Want to go rustic bur so over beige-on beige? Pair a beaming bright with a natty neutral and you have a mix that's perfect for a countrified party.
Lemon/Lime- This cheery twosome would be supercute at a preppy lawn ceremony.
All this and more ideas from "Brides" magazine
Please let us know if you have any questions.. check us out on Facebook or at perfectweddingsbridal.com
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Wedding Notes!!
Bridal attire has gone from safe to sensational. Here are the Five high-fashion trends that are leading the push into the next generation of bridal fashion.
#1 Belts... Cool cinchers give formal gowns a hip, ready-to-wear feel. Belts can also be a great way to personalize your look! Also a definite style plus, is that it can give you an instant hour-glass shape. Choose a belt that works well with the fabric of your gown.
#2 3-D Flowers.... Viva volume! Giant fabric flowers are creating beautiful additions and dimensions to the ball gown. These flowers update even the most classic silhouettes with modern texture. Each gown has it own distinct design, try a few on to find the perfect fit for your figure.
#3 Vibrant Shoes.... OMG! This is the trend everyone is loving... Why not a color? Why not a shoe that you can rock again? This is definitely a fun trend that is breaking all the "white" barriers. Wearing a stand out shoe puts your own personal stamp of style on your gown. This definitely is where a bride can have some fun, most popular idea has been the wedding color that your bridesmaids will be wearing.
#4 One-Shoulder Asymmetry... Uber-glam stamp on the white dress! Long favored in the fashion industry, the asymmetry strap definitely adds a Hollywood-chic look to a dress. The one-shoulder creates a more dramatic flare, giving into the more modern approach to the "white" dress. Many styles have evolved. Try a few different styles on to find the one that will not over power your frame.
#5 Organic Draping... Simple Fabrics! This style especially is becoming more popular with the natural or "green" movement. Light, featherweight fabrics are being artfully designed to fall in a sort of unstructured shape. This style is a definite new approach to the lighter-than-air look. This gown is not for everyone. Find a wide selection of these gowns, so you can find the perfect fit.
We have the perfect dress for you... if you haven't found a dress yet or need to accessorize it, we are here to help!!
Please check us out on www.perfectweddingsbridal.com
These ideas and more from Brides Magazine..
Please comment or email to perfectweddingsbridal@gmail.com with questions..
#1 Belts... Cool cinchers give formal gowns a hip, ready-to-wear feel. Belts can also be a great way to personalize your look! Also a definite style plus, is that it can give you an instant hour-glass shape. Choose a belt that works well with the fabric of your gown.
#2 3-D Flowers.... Viva volume! Giant fabric flowers are creating beautiful additions and dimensions to the ball gown. These flowers update even the most classic silhouettes with modern texture. Each gown has it own distinct design, try a few on to find the perfect fit for your figure.
#3 Vibrant Shoes.... OMG! This is the trend everyone is loving... Why not a color? Why not a shoe that you can rock again? This is definitely a fun trend that is breaking all the "white" barriers. Wearing a stand out shoe puts your own personal stamp of style on your gown. This definitely is where a bride can have some fun, most popular idea has been the wedding color that your bridesmaids will be wearing.
#4 One-Shoulder Asymmetry... Uber-glam stamp on the white dress! Long favored in the fashion industry, the asymmetry strap definitely adds a Hollywood-chic look to a dress. The one-shoulder creates a more dramatic flare, giving into the more modern approach to the "white" dress. Many styles have evolved. Try a few different styles on to find the one that will not over power your frame.
#5 Organic Draping... Simple Fabrics! This style especially is becoming more popular with the natural or "green" movement. Light, featherweight fabrics are being artfully designed to fall in a sort of unstructured shape. This style is a definite new approach to the lighter-than-air look. This gown is not for everyone. Find a wide selection of these gowns, so you can find the perfect fit.
We have the perfect dress for you... if you haven't found a dress yet or need to accessorize it, we are here to help!!
Please check us out on www.perfectweddingsbridal.com
These ideas and more from Brides Magazine..
Please comment or email to perfectweddingsbridal@gmail.com with questions..
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Wedding Notes!!
Engagement Gifts....
Your first engagement gift is likely to be your ring although a ring isn't necessary to be engaged. Diamonds remain the stone of choice for most brides to be, but other precious and semiprecious stones are considered appropriate.
When the budget is limited, many brides forgo an engagement ring and choose instead a wedding ring that may be plain or elaborate. Some couples choose a ring that will serve as both the engagement and the wedding ring.
Engagement rings don't have to be new either. The groom to be may choose to honor his bride with a family heirloom ring or have family stones reset into a style of the bride's choosing.
An old custom that is being revived is giving the groom an engagement gift. It certainly is not necessary but many brides are choosing to give their groom a personal gift like a special watch, a signet ring or leather edition of a favorite book.
In addition to your ring- or in place of it - your finance may give you a gift of your choice. It is usually something personal like earrings, pearls, jewelry case, rather than practical like clothes, a car or money.
Gifts from family and friends are not expected at engagements, although persons very close to the couple may choose to surprise them with household or trousseau items. Whatever you get, be sure to respond promptly and in writing even if you said thank you in person when you opened the gift.
The engagement is like opening day of a very special and festive season. For more ideas, please talk with one of our experienced consultants. Or please email any questions!
Perfect Weddings
www.perfectweddingsbridal.com
perfectweddingsbridalgmail.com
Your first engagement gift is likely to be your ring although a ring isn't necessary to be engaged. Diamonds remain the stone of choice for most brides to be, but other precious and semiprecious stones are considered appropriate.
When the budget is limited, many brides forgo an engagement ring and choose instead a wedding ring that may be plain or elaborate. Some couples choose a ring that will serve as both the engagement and the wedding ring.
Engagement rings don't have to be new either. The groom to be may choose to honor his bride with a family heirloom ring or have family stones reset into a style of the bride's choosing.
An old custom that is being revived is giving the groom an engagement gift. It certainly is not necessary but many brides are choosing to give their groom a personal gift like a special watch, a signet ring or leather edition of a favorite book.
In addition to your ring- or in place of it - your finance may give you a gift of your choice. It is usually something personal like earrings, pearls, jewelry case, rather than practical like clothes, a car or money.
Gifts from family and friends are not expected at engagements, although persons very close to the couple may choose to surprise them with household or trousseau items. Whatever you get, be sure to respond promptly and in writing even if you said thank you in person when you opened the gift.
The engagement is like opening day of a very special and festive season. For more ideas, please talk with one of our experienced consultants. Or please email any questions!
Perfect Weddings
www.perfectweddingsbridal.com
perfectweddingsbridalgmail.com
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Wedding Notes!!
This is the month to break out the spring blooms, think pretty pink hues!!
1 color, 3 ways!
First Blush! The "IT" shade of 2011? Rosy pink. Here are three ways to handle this hot hue on your big day!
Sleek Loft! Rosy Pink//Gray- a great pink for any streamlined space, this chic pair has a sophisticated but playful vibe that's perfect for a p.m. party!
Golf Club! Rosy Pink//Lime- The classic prepster combo gets an update with punchier shades of pink and green. Outdoor brunch reception, anyone?!
Tropical Villa! Rosy Pink//Orange- These intense, festive tones make a powerful statement. Bring them out to play at a bash in the Caribbean islands or at a sexy nightclub!
This and more ideas From "Brides" Magazine!
Perfect Weddings
http://www.perfectweddingsbridal.com/
perfectweddingsbridal@gmail.com
(740) 654-4696
1 color, 3 ways!
First Blush! The "IT" shade of 2011? Rosy pink. Here are three ways to handle this hot hue on your big day!
Sleek Loft! Rosy Pink//Gray- a great pink for any streamlined space, this chic pair has a sophisticated but playful vibe that's perfect for a p.m. party!
Golf Club! Rosy Pink//Lime- The classic prepster combo gets an update with punchier shades of pink and green. Outdoor brunch reception, anyone?!
Tropical Villa! Rosy Pink//Orange- These intense, festive tones make a powerful statement. Bring them out to play at a bash in the Caribbean islands or at a sexy nightclub!
This and more ideas From "Brides" Magazine!
Perfect Weddings
http://www.perfectweddingsbridal.com/
perfectweddingsbridal@gmail.com
(740) 654-4696
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