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©2016 The Punxsutawney Spirit & Jefferson County Neighbors
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A Special Publication of The Punxsutawney Spirit and Jefferson County Neighbors
February 2016
Navigating the rehearsal dinner
ties tend to be large, and
within your party you may
have guests who are vegetarian or on gluten-free diets or
those who need to avoid certain foods. The more versatile
the menu, the more capable
an establishment is likely to
be with regard to meeting the
various needs of your party.
While many rehearsal dinners are held at restaurants,
it’s not unheard of to host
a dinner party at home or at
the home of the bride’s or
groom’s parents. If you plan
to go this route, just be sure
to provide a variety of food so
no one goes home hungry.
Booking
If you are hosting a rehearsal dinner at a restaurant, booking a reservation
should be near the top of
your priority list once you
have chosen a date for the
wedding. It’s not always
easy to find restaurants that
can accommodate especially
large parties, nor is it easy to
find restaurants that can accommodate the unique diets
of potential party guests. So
try to book a reservation three
to six months in advance of
the dinner. If you are getting
married during an especially
popular month to tie the knot,
such as June or October, try
to make the reservation even
earlier, as the longer you
wait the more likely other
couples will have booked the
restaurant for their rehearsal
dinners. Starting early also
gives you more time to find
the ideal restaurant to host
the dinner.
Tab
Many wedding traditions
have fallen by the wayside
over the last several decades,
and that includes who is picking up the tab. In the past, the
brides’ parents paid for the
wedding while the grooms’
parents were expected to pick
up the tab for the rehearsal
dinner. But many couples
now pay for their own weddings, and those that are footing the bill should include
the rehearsal dinner in their
wedding budgets. If parents
offer to pay or split the tab,
you can take them up on their
generous offer. But it is still
to a couple’s advantage to expect to pay for their rehearsal
dinners.
Rehearsal dinners are an
enjoyable tradition that affords couples the chance to
sit down with their closest
friends and family members
and enjoy a great meal together. Planning ahead can
make the dinner even more
enjoyable.
How to throw a theme party
Many people do not need a reason to throw a
party. Although they’re commonly held to mark
momentous events, like birthdays, parties can
be entertaining ways to get a group of people
together just for the sake of being social.
Entertaining a diverse groups of friends or even
family members may challenge party hosts to find
methods that encourage their guests to mingle.
One of the most effective ways to break the ice
is to give a party its very own theme.
Themed parties have a built-in conversation
starter: the theme itself. Socializing can increase
when other games or themed components are
included in the festivities. Here are some ways
to make a theme work for you.
• Introduce the theme with the invitations. Let
guests know that there will be a party theme by
mentioning it on the invitations. The invitations
also may tie into the theme. For example, palm
tree invitations can indicate a Hawaiian barbecue.
If costumes or specific clothing is suggested, be
sure to indicate that on the invitations so guests
can plan accordingly and decide whether or not
to participate.
• Coordinate the music. Guests will feel more
comfortable if you have a steady amount of music
playing in the background. Find music that fits
with your theme, such as music from the 1970s
for a disco party. Keep the volume moderate
while guests are arriving and getting to know
one another. Later on the volume can be turned
up for dancing.
• Arrange seats for conversation. Avoid lining
up a bunch of seats along a wall or in a straight
line. Instead, group a few chairs around a snack
table facing one another so that guests are encouraged to chat instead of spending the night
as wallflowers.
• Lead by example. If you want others to get
involved and have fun with the party theme, you
should lead the way. Be sure you are dressed for
the occasion and participate in any games or activities that you have planned. If you want guests
to get up for a round of karaoke, be the first person
to belt out a tune.
• Decorate the home or venue. Ensure guests
know there is a specific theme by decking out
the party space with the right accessories. The
decor can add to the fun factor and give guests
even more opportunities to converse over clever
knickknacks, signs or elaborate backdrops.
• Don’t forget the food. Tie your food choices
into the party theme, offering foods that are
theme-specific or renaming foods so they coordinate with the theme. Cheese-and-crackers platters
can get fun makeovers if you use cookie cutters
to cut the cheese into shapes. Plan cuisine that fits
with the theme, such as pretzels and beer for an
Oktoberfest party or milkshakes and French fries
for a 50’s Drive-In party. By thinking creatively,
you can find even more clever ways to keep guests
smiling and satiated.
Theme parties make it easy to tie various elements together and break the ice when guests are
invited to mingle.
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Rehearsal dinners are a fun
wedding tradition that typically take place the night before a couple walks down the
aisle. The immediate families
of the bride and groom as
well as any additional members of the wedding party
are on hand for the rehearsal
dinner, which often follows a
walk-through of the wedding
ceremony.
The rehearsal dinner is
usually a laid-back affair,
but there are some things
couples must navigate as they
sit down to their last dinner
together before becoming
husband and wife.
Guest list
It is customary to invite
anyone participating in the
wedding, including bridesmaids, groomsmen, ushers,
flower girls, and ring bearers,
to the rehearsal dinner. In
addition to those in the wedding, family members, such
as parents of both the bride
and groom and their respective siblings who are not in
the wedding, also are invited
to traditional rehearsal dinners.
Menu
If your rehearsal dinner
will take place at a restaurant,
then try to find a restaurant
that can cater to various
tastes. Rehearsal dinner par-
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modest-sized wedding opens the
door to endless options and possibilities. Here are some tips for
making your small-scale wedding
the event of the year:
Whittle down your guest list
If you can keep your guest
count low, the cost for just about
everything you need for your wedding will significantly decrease.
There’s always going to be more
guests you could invite, but if
you’re making a point to have a
small wedding, people will be
understanding. Set limits and stick
to them.
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of products to fit weddings of any
size or theme. A smaller wedding
opens up your options when it
comes to venue and personalization. You’ll likely need tables and
chairs, tents, a dance floor and
maybe even china, tableware and
linens. Start by searching on RentalHQ.com to find a store for all
your decorating and setup needs.
Keep the menu simple
One of the biggest costs of a
wedding is the food, so try to shy
away from extravagant and fancy
menu items. All you need are a few
key dishes and one or two desserts
to keep everyone satisfied. Your
guests aren’t coming to ogle over
a lavish spread, they simply want
to be there to celebrate with the
happy couple.
Stick to your budget
Create a budget using money
you already have in the bank.
There’s no need to go into debt
when planning an intimate wedding. If you have $1,000 to spend,
then plan a $1,000 wedding. If you
stick to a moderate budget, you’re
more likely to keep the planning
and actual event in control.
Think outside the box
A small wedding may require
a bit of strategic thinking and
DIY projects. For example, you
can make your own invitations
and party favors to not only save
money, but to reflect your unique
personality as a couple. You can
also get creative with the venue,
like a small bed and breakfast, restaurant or historic home. There’s
no need to book an entire banquet
hall.
Let these straightforward ideas
take some of the stress out of your
wedding planning. After all, your
wedding day is supposed to be
one of the happiest occasions. For
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reception playlist
Many elements combine to
make traditional wedding receptions special. But many veteran
wedding guests would agree that
the right playlist once guests hit
the reception hall dance floor
can turn an ordinary wedding
reception into something far more
memorable.
The majority of couples choose
between a live band and a disc
jockey to provide the music for
their wedding receptions. Entertainment is often one of the more
memorable aspects of a wedding
reception, as the right band or
disc jockey can help to establish a
jovial mood that makes it easy for
everyone to have a good time.
Couples can leave their wedding reception playlists to the
professionals, but they should
also know that they have a say in
which songs are played. In addition, couples can have a “no play”
playlist that prohibits certain songs
they dislike from being played.
When mulling the musical choices
for your wedding reception, consider the following advice.
• Begin by making a list of your
favorite songs. Make this list during different days and at different
times and moods so you get a
good cross-section of your favorite
tunes. But remember not every
song is a good fit for a wedding
reception. Melancholy songs or
those that include suggestive lyrics
are best left off the playlist.
• Aim to get as many guests on
the dance floor as possible. Wellknown songs and upbeat dance
music will inspire more guests to
cut a rug than lesser known tunes
you may be fond of. Music that
spans the decades and various
genres will appeal to guests from
all age groups, encouraging dancers young and old to cut a rug.
• Avoid songs that are difficult
to dance to. Some songs just are
not meant to be danced to. If your
favorite songs fit that bill but you
still want to hear them on your
wedding, ask the DJ or band to
play them during the cocktail
hour or while everyone is eating
dinner.
• Give the music vendor some
leeway. Disc jockeys and bands
have no doubt performed at many
a wedding before yours, and they
may have a better feel for crowds
than you do. Let them know they
have some leeway to play songs
that did not make it onto the playlist if guests seem to be avoiding
the dance floor. That professional
expertise is why you hired them,
and it can make for a more memorable night for everyone.
• Don’t stress out about the
music. The playlist can set the
tone for a positive reception, but
don’t stress out if you’re struggling
to come up with songs you want
to hear. Your vendor is no doubt
capable of creating a playlist that
will ensure everyone has fun.
Hiring a band or disc jockey
to perform at your wedding reception is a great way to make
sure everyone enjoys a fun night.
Adding your own favorite songs to
the playlist can make the reception
even more special.
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(BPT) – The terms wedding
and money go hand in hand. The
average wedding cost is now up to
$31,213 according to theknot.com,
and that’s not even including the
honeymoon. Because of increasing
costs, more and more couples are
looking to plan a smaller, more
intimate ceremony. While there’s
no universal way to define a small
wedding, it typically involves a
limited gathering of family and
close friends.
No matter the size of your guest
list, you’re bound to feel the stress
of planning as you want your day
to be perfect. But opting for a
Destination wedding planning pointers Changing your last name
Destination weddings continue to be popular among
couples tying the knot. In its
annual Real Weddings Survey, multiplatform wedding
resource The Knot found that
24 percent of the nearly 16,000
brides and grooms who participated in the survey and married
in 2014 had destination weddings, the second year in a row
nearly a quarter of all survey
respondents acknowledged
taking their vows away from
home.
Destination weddings often benefit from picturesque
landscapes and idyllic backdrops during ceremonies and
bridal party photo sessions. But
there are some things couples
should consider before they
decide to tie the knot in a
faraway land.
Paperwork
Whether you’re getting
married in your current country of residence or overseas,
you must allow time for paperwork to be processed. Wedding license applications may
not be processed as quickly on
a remote island as they are in
a major American city, so be
sure to get a firm grasp of the
application process and its
timeline before opting for a
destination wedding. In addition, some countries may mandate that personal documents,
such as birth certificates, be
translated into the official
language of the country where
couples will be tying the knot,
and such translations typically must be conducted by
approved translators.
Requirements
Some countries may allow
couples to tie the knot the moment they step off their planes,
while others have residency
requirements that can be as
long as several weeks. If your
budget is tight or your work
schedule is inflexible, then try
to find a country that does not
require you to spend several
weeks within its borders before
you can legally marry there.
Wedding planner
Many couples who choose
destination weddings ultimately get married at a resort,
and such resorts typically have
wedding planners or coordinators who are well versed in
local laws and customs governing wedding ceremonies.
Such professionals can make
it easier for couples to navigate
the sometimes complex laws
regulating destination weddings, and their services are often included in resort wedding
packages. If no such service is
included in the hotel package,
consider hiring a local wedding
planner to make the process go
more smoothly.
Engagement period
Couples hoping to have a
destination wedding should
expect to have a longer engagement than those getting
married closer to home. The
longer engagement period
gives guests more time to arrange for travel and couples
more time to navigate the
requirements of getting married overseas. When sending
save-the-date cards to guests,
include brochures on the area
where you will be getting married so guests can see what the
area has to offer.
Buy locally
Many couples choose destination weddings because
they are attracted to the local
culture in a given place. When
planning your destination wedding, embrace this culture by
choosing local foods, flowers
and entertainment. Not only
will it make your big night
more unique and authentic, but
also buying local will save you
money and benefit the environment at the same time.
Destination weddings are
significant undertakings, but
couples can ease some of their
workloads by taking certain
steps to make the planning
process go more smoothly.
While many brides opt to
take their husbands’ surnames
upon tying the knot, over the
years the popularity of such a
decision has ebbed and flowed.
Recent years have suggested
the practice is once again gaining steam.
A 2011 study published
in Names: A Journal of Onomastics indicates that younger
brides are more likely to embrace the tradition of taking
their husbands’ names in marriage. According to the study,
women who married between
the ages of 35 and 39 were 6.4
times more likely to keep their
maiden names than those who
married between the ages of
20 and 24.
Many brides view taking
their spouse’s name as the
natural transition from being
a singleton to being a married
woman. Other brides prefer
they share the same last name
as their future children, making the choice to take their
husband’s name a logical decision. Some brides feel having
the same last name as their
husbands helps them feel more
like a family.
Changing one’s name also
may make it easier to deal with
various issues. Finances, travel
and even parenting concerns
may be easier when women take
their husbands’ last names than
when they don’t.
But some brides still prefer
to keep their maiden names or
hyphenate those names with
their husbands’ surnames. Some
may view changing their names
as sacrificing their personal
identities, while others may
want to hold on to a family
name they are proud of. Interesting names also can be hard to
give up. Brides who find taking
their husband’s name would be
a tongue-twister may prefer to
forego this tradition.
Very often women who occupy positions of prominence
in their professions keep their
maiden names, feeling that taking their husbands’ names will
affect the cache they have built
up thus far. Women uncertain
of what to do in such situations
can keep their maiden names
professionally and still change
their names legally.
Changing one’s last name is a
personal preference and a decision that couples should discuss
together. Discuss the decision
well in advance of the wedding
so that both parties are aware
of each other’s feelings on the
subject before tying the knot.
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Modern trends in wedding videography
popular than a chronological
unfolding of the ceremony and
reception. Some videographers
like to show snippets of what’s
to come at the start of the wedding video, then go into more
extensive segments later on.
• Special filters or film: Filters and lighting effects can give
a wedding video an entirely different feel. For example, filming
in 8mm can lend a grainy touch
to the video and make it seem
ethereal or even part of a home
movie collection. However, few
people want the stark reality of
a high-definition camera that
highlights every flaw.
• Film chapters: Dividing
segments of the video into different chapters allows viewers
to fast forward to the parts they
want to see and pass those they
can skip. This saves the hassle
of having to watch the video in
its entirety.
• Cinematic styling: Instead
of a stationary camera on a
tripod, this method of filming
incorporates different angles
and close-up shots to give the
video a modern feel. It’s shot
more like a movie than a documentary, allowing viewers to
feel as though they’re really
experiencing the event.
• Artistic, indy feel: Film
buffs may want a wedding video
that breaks the mold. Ask videographers to create something
that would fit in at the Sundance
or Tribeca film festivals.
• Same-day editing: Want
to revisit the ceremony at your
wedding reception? Some videographers will edit portions
of the ceremony and preparations for the big day in the time
between the ceremony and
reception. This gives all guests,
including those who may not
have been able to make the
ceremony, the chance to view
the nuptials.
• Unobtrusive technology:
This trend relates to the equipment used to capture wedding
memories rather than the actual
finished product. No one wants
their view of the ceremony or
reception to be marred by a big,
bulky camera. Smaller video
cameras enable videographers
to seamlessly blend in and perhaps capture shots that larger
cameras could not.
Preserving wedding memories takes on new meaning when
couples explore the growing
trends in wedding videos.
Hidden expenses that can sink your budget
In the days of yore, the
responsibility of paying for
a wedding fell to the bride’s
parents. But that tradition has
largely fallen by the wayside
in recent years, when more
and more couples have used
their own savings to finance
their weddings. Few couples
enter the process of planning
their weddings unaware of just
how expensive weddings can
get, but costs can easily begin
to escalate if couples are not
careful.
Couples know that certain
wedding expenses, such as
the cost of booking a reception hall, will eat up a large
portion of their budgets. But
there are some hidden expenses
that couples must build into
their budgets to avoid finding
themselves in debt as they walk
down the aisle as husband and
wife.
• Taxes: Sales tax might
not seem so significant when
you’re buying everyday items,
but the taxes add up quickly
when paying for a wedding.
Depending on where you live,
state and local sales tax can
exceed 9 percent in the United
States, and some Canadians
pay as much as 15 percent in
combined sales taxes depending on where they live. Before
signing contracts with any
vendors, couples should get
the price including sales tax
written into their contracts,
as failing to do so may result
in a several thousand dollar
surprise when the time to pay
up arrives.
• Gratuities: Gratuities are
another potentially hefty expense that often takes engaged
couples by surprise as they start
to plan their weddings. Some
reception halls build gratuities
for staff into their estimates,
and these tips for the staff
can be as high as 25 percent
at some venues. But even if
gratuities for reception hall
staff are already accounted for,
don’t forget to include tips for
additional vendors the day of
the wedding. Couples may be
expected to tip the florist, photographer, band or deejay and
even the reception hall maitre
d’ if his or her gratuity is not
included in the aforementioned
staff tip. Brides-to-be typically
tip their hairstylist and makeup
artist on the day of the wedding
as well.
• Postage: Couples who
plan to invite guests via email
or online invitations can skirt
the cost of postage. But many
couples still prefer traditional
paper invitations, which include return envelopes that
tradition suggests should also
be stamped. Save-the-date
cards have grown in popularity
as well, and these cards must
also be stamped and mailed.
Depending on the size of your
guest list, postage can cost
several hundred dollars before
you mail your last invitation.
And don’t forget to save some
money for postage to mail
thank-you cards once the big
day has come and gone.
• Overtime: Overtime fees
for reception hall staff and
additional outside vendors
are typically written into contracts, but few couples imagine
needing more than the predetermined allotment of time
noted in their contracts. But it’s
better to be safe than sorry, as
unanticipated events such as a
misplaced wedding license or
heavy traffic on the way to the
venue can force the party to
start late and thus extend past
its deadline. Set aside some
money for overtime so you
don’t find yourselves scrounging for dollars or charging the
extra few hundred dollars on
your credit cards.
Weddings are expensive, and
even more so when hidden fees
start to make their presence
felt. Couples who build such
fees into their budgets will find
it easier to avoid breaking the
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A couple’s wedding day
is often a whirlwind for the
bride- and groom-to-be. Happy
couples hope to remember every
little detail, but that can be difficult when so much is going on.
That is why many brides and
grooms hire videographers to
preserve the memories of their
weddings.
Couples who fail to capture
their ceremony and reception on
film may feel like they missed
out once their big day has come
and gone. As a result, a professional videographer can be a
wise investment.
Today’s wedding videos have
come a long way from their
poorly produced predecessors.
Gone are the potentially cheesy
soundbites and elevator music.
Many of today’s videos are
artfully edited and highly cinematic productions that could
have couples wishing they were
viewing videos in theaters. The
following are some wedding
video trends popular among
today’s couples.
• Brief clips and highlights:
Few people want to sit through
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When to visit these honeymoon hotspots
A honeymoon provides a
welcome retreat for couples after months upon months of budgeting, planning and ironing out
the details of their weddings.
On their honeymoons, couples
get the chance to escape the
pressures of everyday life and
simply enjoy being alone with
each other in special locations.
Honeymoon vacations can be
expensive, and many couples
want to ensure they get the best
value for their trips. A honeymoon that is overshadowed by
inclement weather can make this
once-in-a-lifetime trip memorable for all the wrong reasons.
While not every hiccup can be
avoided, couples can plan their
honeymoons for those times of
year when specific locales experience their best weather.
• Jamaica: Couples tying the
knot in the earlier part of the
year may want to honeymoon
in Jamaica. With average temperatures in the 80s year-round,
Jamaica makes for a great honeymoon destination. January
through April see less rain than
other times of the year, and keep
in mind June through the end of
December is hurricane season.
• Australia: People opting
to get married in the winter in
the Northern Hemisphere might
want to escape the cooler temperatures and shorter days with
a honeymoon south of the equator. Australia and New Zealand
are beautiful spots to visit and
enjoy summer when those in the
Northern Hemisphere are mired
in winter.
• France: Paris and other
French cities can be enchanting
to visit any time of the year,
but locals advise honeymooners visit in September when
the climate is quite comfortable and tourism is minimal.
Spring is another great time
to visit France, especially for
those people who want to spend
plenty of time outdoors.
• Mexico: Areas of Mexico,
such as popular Cancún and
Cozumel, tend to stay warm
all year long, but they can be
particularly hot in the summer.
Spring brides and grooms may
want to venture there before the
summer season is in full swing.
Couples might want to avoid
vacationing in certain areas in
March, as students visiting for
spring break may compromise
the romantic atmosphere honeymooners are hoping for.
• Hawaii: Spring and summer can be ideal times to visit
the islands of Hawaii, as the
weather can be beautiful and
travel tends to be less expensive during these times of year.
Rains increase as autumn sets
in, and Hawaii often sees the
bulk of its vacationers during
the winter, meaning higher costs
and bigger crowds.
• Italy: April through June
and September through October are some of the best times
to visit Italy. Be aware that
Venice tends to be misty and
damp during the late fall and
early spring. Italy, especially
southern Italy and Sicily, can
get quite hot during the peak
summer months.
Weather and tourism should
be considered as newlyweds
choose where to go on their
honeymoons.
Considerations for outdoor entertaining
Outdoor parties have a flair
all their own. Entertaining outside means being able to enjoy
the fresh air, sun and extra space
that the great outdoors allows.
Entertaining outdoors may
include intimate barbecues
with friends or weddings with
hundreds of guests. While parks,
yards, and gardens can make
beautiful backdrops for parties,
hosts still need to emphasize
preparation when throwing an
outdoor party.
Select and prepare the space
Many homeowners host parties for friends and family in
their backyards. Whereas other
spaces, including parks, require
the transport of food and other
supplies, backyards offer the
ultimate in convenience, allowing homeowners to cook foods
in their kitchens and then carry
items directly to the backyard.
Backyards are not always set
up or equipped for events, and
preparation will be required to
turn the yard into a party-worthy
area. Plan a day for cleanup.
Remove toys, tools and debris.
Be sure the grass is mowed and
clippings are removed. Address
any tripping hazards and make
sure there is an easy path in and
out of the party, as well as to
the restrooms. Take inventory
of tables and seating options
and rent or buy extra seating if
necessary.
Provide shade and shelter
Every party host hopes for
good weather when entertaining outside, but it is best to have
a contingency plan in place just
in case Mother Nature does not
cooperate. Awnings and patio
umbrellas can only do so much,
and it may be necessary to
install pop-up tents or stationary gazebos to protect guests
from the elements. Think about
renting tents from party supply
companies, which usually will
erect the tents and take them
down after use.
Even if the weather will
be pleasant, have spots where
guests can escape the sun. It can
be uncomfortable and dangerous to sit in the sun for long
periods of time.
Keep food temperatures
consistent
If you plan to offer buffetstyle cuisine, arrange for serving dishes that will keep foods
hot or cold as needed. The U.S.
Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Food Safety
and Applied Nutrition advises
that it is important to keep
foods safe when entertaining
outside. Cold foods should be
kept in coolers or served on
beds of ice. Use hot chafing
dishes to keep hot foods at a
serving temperature at or above
140 F. Refrigerate or refreeze
foods within two hours or after one hour if it is above 90
F outside.
Plan for insects
Entertaining outdoors means
sharing the space with insects
and animals. Ants can be a
nuisance, but wasps and bees
can be harmful, particularly if a
person is allergic. Use repellent
candles around the entertaining
space to keep bugs away. Make
canisters of insect repellent
available to guests.
Home improvement centers
sell bug traps to keep bees and
other insects away from foods
and people by using sweet
lures. Netting on tents or a
screened-in area also can keep
guests comfortable.
Partying outdoors can be
convenient and fun. But hosts
still must take steps to ensure
their guests have a safe and
enjoyable time.
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Once wedding vows and rings
have been exchanged, many
couples join their friends and
family to celebrate with a wedding reception. Many brides and
grooms eagerly await the moment when they can make their
grand entrance to the reception,
and over the years it has become
customary for couples to make a
bit of a splash when making their
first appearance as husband and
wife. Some enter with a special
song. Others prefer something a
bit more theatrical. Explore these
ideas for memorable wedding
reception entrances.
• Catch guests by surprise.
Wedding guests will probably
expect the wedding party to enter through a certain door and
the bride and groom to follow
afterward. An element of surprise,
such as the couple rising from
the floor or appearing from a different area in the reception hall,
may not require a lot of planning
but can have a dramatic effect. participate in crazy antics if they
Unpredictable entrances also in- do not want to. Find things each
clude unexpected song choices or member of a wedding party feels
dramatic lighting to immediately comfortable doing. Couples may
draw everyone’s attention.
want their bridal party members to
• Stick to one or two songs. enter in a more traditional way beSome couples think it might be fore the newlyweds do something
fun to have each member of the more dramatic and humorous.
wedding party enter with a differ• Include the entrance in your
ent song. Not only will this take planning. If you want to follow
a lot of coordination on the part a certain theme, such as “Star
of the deejay, but it can make the Wars” or “Mission Impossible,”
entrance choppy as well. Intro- coordinate in advance with a deeductions may go more smoothly jay or band members. Talk about
if couples have the entire wedding what, if any, props you plan to use
party enter to a particular song and the type of music that will
that revs up the crowd and gets be playing. If entrances involve
them excited for the grand en- choreography, be certain to practrance. At the height of the song, tice in advance of the wedding so
the bride and groom will enter. everything will work out well and
The entrance typically segues into look professional. However, even
a couple’s first dance.
stunts that go awry can be enter• Go with people’s strengths. taining and funny for guests.
A couple may want to showcase
• Low-key entrances are acspecial skills as they enter the ceptable, too. Couples who aren’t
reception hall. There’s no limit into much fanfare should not feel
to what couples can do, from ac- pressured to make an entrance
robatic techniques to tap dancing with a dance routine or to have
to juggling. If it’s entertaining, any stunning visual effects. If
it very well may prove memo- you want a low-key introduction,
rable.
arrange for such an entrance with
• Make sure everyone is on the emcee.
board. Couples should recognize
Wedding entrances are what a
that some members of the wed- couple makes of them, and they
wants a retro feel, furniture ding party may be uncomfortable can run the gamut from traditional
options in leather, fine fabrics, acting like clowns in front of a introductions to theatrical skits
hardwood and wicker can readily crowd. Do not force anyone to and dance routines.
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corporate kind, but the merging
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wardrobes. Ideally, decorating a
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near and dear to both the bride
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(NewsUSA) – The answer is:
Yes, it’s expected.
But it’s also a chance for all
you brides out there to truly
show you know that not everything is about you on your
wedding day. That there really is another person involved
(that would be the groom) who
deserves a bit of recognition,
too.
We’re talking wedding presents – specifically, yours to
your husband-to-be.
Tradition does, indeed, hold
that both you and he exchange
gifts. And while it’s true that
some guys are initially shocked
to learn your engagement ring
doesn’t also count as a “present,” that’s no excuse for you
to waver.
“Giving him something
that’s just for him will make
him feel really special,” advises
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Here’s what you need to
know now that it’s prime time
for weddings:
• When to exchange them.
Etiquette dictates that the handoff occurs at one of three times:
the night before the wedding,
the morning of the ceremony,
or right before leaving on your
honeymoon. Think it’s bad
luck to see the groom before
the nuptials? “Many couples
choose to courier gifts via
bridesmaids or groomsmen
just before the ceremony,” says
Brides.com.
Be prepared when choosing
popular months for weddings
The season couples choose
to get married can affect many
aspects of their ceremonies
and celebrations. Vendors are
in high demand during popular
wedding seasons like spring
and summer. But those same
vendors may be more flexible and less expensive during
those times of year when fewer
couples tie the knot.
According to The Knot.com,
a leading Web-based wedding
resource, June, August, September and October are the most
popular months for couples to
say “I do,” while January, February and March are the least
popular months to get married.
Wedding dates can affect wedding costs considerably, and
knowing this can help couples
find the date that works best for
them and their budgets.
Value dates
Tying the knot in the early
part of the year can be a more
budget-friendly option for costconscious couples. Prices for
reception sites and vendors may
be lower in January and March
than during other times of the
year. However, February may
not be so budget-friendly thanks
to Valentine’s Day. December
also may not garner significant
discounts thanks to the holiday
season, when vendors may be
in high demand for holiday
parties.
Local events
Even though certain months
may not be in high demand for
weddings, that doesn’t always
mean they are the perfect time
for couples to tie the knot.
Popular local events, such as
festivals, large-scale meetings
and conventions, can intrude on
wedding plans. Consult with a
local chamber of commerce and
local schools to see if any local
events that might drive up the
cost of your wedding are going
on. Reunions or conventions
can stretch nearby restaurants,
hotels and reception sites pretty
thin, leaving you with fewer
options.
Vary the time
If you have your heart set on
getting married during more
popular months to tie the knot,
then you may be able to save
a bit here and there by being
more flexible with the time and
day you choose to make your
vows. Couples often choose a
Friday or Saturday wedding
because they believe it will
make it most convenient for
guests to attend. However, if
you provide ample notice to
guests, they may be able to
take off a Thursday or even a
Monday from work, making a
Thursday or Sunday wedding a
more doable option.
If Saturday is still your ideal
day to walk down the aisle,
think about having an early
wedding ceremony followed by
a brunch or lunch reception. You
also can customize your wedding to be a cocktail party only,
saving you some money.
Have backup options
Recognize that if you want to
get married on a Saturday at the
height of wedding season, you
may not get first choice on your
venues and vendors. Have a list
of service providers at the ready
just in case your first choices are
already booked.
By understanding how dates
and times can affect weddings,
couples can make more informed decisions when planning their nuptials.
• There’s a thin line between
“romantic” and “mushy.” Some
of you may be tempted to
compile a “love notes” journal
of every bit of correspondence
you’ve ever sent your groom.
Even assuming he’s the type
who wouldn’t consider that
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Dance lessons can be helpful prApart from their initial
nerves during their wedding
ceremonies, many couples
feel comfortable having all
eyes on them for the majority
of their wedding days. However, some couples get a bit
of stagefright when dancing
as husband and wife for the
first time.
First dances and parentchild dances are popular
wedding reception rituals.
The couple’s dance serves
as their first act as a married
pair, often occurring at the
onset of the wedding reception. Father-daughter and
mother-son dances may take
place at different points in
the evening.
Some people relish the
idea of having the spotlight
on them, while others are nervous about dancing in front
of a crowd. While couples
need not look like contestants
on “Dancing With the Stars”
to pull off a successful first
dance, taking dance lessons
prior to the wedding can
teach men and women some
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Couples may want to begin
dance lessons a few months
before their wedding day
to get acclimated to the experience. The more lessons
couples take, the more comfortable they will likely be
when it comes time to cut
a rug.
Private dance lessons may
be more effective than group
lessons, as they enable oneon-one interaction with instructors, who point out any
missteps immediately and
correct form on the spot.
Instructors also may suggest which routines couples
should embrace and which
they may want to avoid.
Preparation can stem nervousness and help couples
feel more confident on the
dance floor, even if their
dances last only a few minutes. The goal of dance lessons is for couples to become
better dancers, but improved
skills on the dance floor is
not the only thing couples can
take from dance lessons.
• Exercise: Dancing is an
excellent form of exercise
that can help couples build up
their endurance. In addition,
the cardiovascular benefits
of dancing can help couples
shed a few pounds prior to
their wedding days.
• Stress relief: Planning a
wedding is not always easy.
Having a night of the week
devoted to some fun couple
time can help relieve some
of the stress couples may feel
when planning a wedding.
• Enjoyable memories:
Taking dance lessons as a
couple is something couples
may look back on fondly
long after they have tied the
knot and cut their first rug as
husband and wife.
Dance lessons can help
couples calm their nerves as
their first dance approaches.
Tips for planning
your party menu
Many partygoers admit that
they often look forward to
foods served during social
gatherings. The way to a man’s
heart may be through his
stomach, but the same sentiment can be applied to both
male and female guests invited
to your next soirée. While
it might not be possible to
please everyone’s palate, the
following are some food factors hosts should keep in mind
as they prepare to throw their
next party.
• Consider your party
theme and size. Food choices
should fit with the type of
event you are hosting. A threecourse formal meal probably
will not complement an afternoon watching the game with
friends, nor would it work well
when you’re on a time crunch
before seeing a show. Take into
consideration the party you
will be hosting and make sure
the foods you choose work in
conjunction with other details
of the festivities. Finger foods
are ideal when guests are mingling, while a more formal sitdown meal is more appropriate
when you want to engage
guests in conversation.
• Calculate how much
food you need. It’s always
better to have extra food than
a shortfall of it, but it’s best to
find the right balance to avoid
costly excess and waste. Many
caterers offer approximations
regarding how many people
a tray or platter of food will
feed. You can use these estimates as references for the
food you will be preparing as
well. Keep in mind that serving
sizes are only a few ounces for
many foods. Guests who are
drinking plenty of beverages
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• Provide a variety of
foods. While you can’t offer
everyone’s favorite dish, you
can vary your offerings so
that guests are more likely
to find something they will
enjoy. Stick to crowd favorite
foods and use spices or ethnic
offerings sparingly. Offer
vegetables, a starch such as
rice or potatoes, a lean meat
or poultry, and perhaps a seafood dish. Ask guests to let
you know if they have any
food allergies, making sure to
prepare all dishes separately
so there is no risk of crosscontamination. Separate offerings when serving as well so
guests do not mistakenly use
a serving spoon that might be
contaminated with something
they are allergic to.
• Make items in advance.
Hosting a party requires hosts
to take on several different
roles. Hosts don’t want to
spend the party serving and
preparing dishes in the kitchen
while their guests are having fun. Whenever possible,
choose dishes that can be
prepared and refrigerated or
frozen in advance of the party.
Such dishes can then be reheated the day of the party, saving
you time and making sure you
get to spend some quality time
with your guests. Store-bought
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help you focus on the main
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Nail color adds finishing touch Post-wedding day tasks to tackle
Certainly a bride’s gown receives its
fair share of attention on her wedding
day, especially in those first moments
when she proceeds down the aisle to
her soon-to-be spouse. But another
part of the bride’s ensemble will be
scrutinized ... her hands. Wedding
guests will be anxious to see the
wedding ring, and photographs of
the couple holding hands typically
are included in the wedding album.
A bride’s hands need to look as polished as the rest of her wedding day
ensemble.
Luckily there are no established
rules when it comes to wedding day
nail polish. Colors can range from
neutrals and traditional shades to
shades that are brighter and more
exotic. Some brides like to wear blue
nail polish, which gives them flair and
completes the requisite “something
blue” tradition. Not sure what to
choose for your wedding day color?
See if one of these suggestions fits
your style.
Nude colors
Brides may want to downplay their
nails and not let them detract from
their rings or gowns. Using nude
colors will help achieve this. Nudes
can include blush pink, off-white and
beige-toned nail polish alone or in
combination, such as with a French
manicure. Some brides choose to go
with clear polish and let their natural
nails shine through.
Glitter
For a bit more pizzazz, brides can
have their nails done with a nude or
clear color enhanced with glitter. The
glitter will add a bit of sparkle that
can complement the shine of wedding
rings and any embellishments on gowns
or veils. An alternative is to have tiny
faux gems imbedded into the polish
near the base of the nail where it meets
the cuticle.
Nail Art
Polish can be enhanced further with
nail appliques or painted-on designs.
It’s common for nail art to only appear on one nail of each hand, and it’s
usually reserved for the ring finger. As
people admire the wedding ring, they
also can grab a peek at some fun and
flirty nail art designs.
Bold and Beautiful
Brides who really want to make a
statement can select a bold color for
their nail polish. Coral and deep pinks
can be a stark contrast against a white
gown and add a bit of drama to a bride’s
look. Brides also may want to coordinate their nail colors to the theme of
the wedding. A blue or teal shade for
an ocean-side wedding or a lavender
shade for a spring wedding amid tons
of blooms can look beautiful.
It pays to have nails professionally
manicured so that fingers will be flawless. A manicure also provides a little
pampering before the demands of the
wedding day set in.
Couples who plan their own weddings might enjoy a satisfactory exhale
once the knot has been tied and the last
rug has been cut. Once guests head
home and couples depart for their honeymoons, much of the work is done.
But there are some lingering tasks for
couples once they return from their first
trip together as husband and wife.
• Thank-you notes: Thank-you notes
are perhaps a couple’s biggest task upon
returning from their honeymoons. Such
notes should be sent to all guests who
attended your wedding as well as those
who could not attend but still gave gifts.
Carve out some time in the weeks immediately following your honeymoon
to write personalized thank-you notes,
mailing them all at the same time so
guests do not feel slighted if their note
arrives weeks after another’s.
• Cake: If you were unable to do so
before leaving on your honeymoon,
return to your wedding reception venue
to pick up any leftover cake. Many venues will store leftover wedding cakes in
their freezers for a reasonable amount
of time until couples return from their
honeymoons, but make it a point to pick
up your cake as soon as possible. It’s
customary to eat leftover cake, if you
have any, on your first anniversary.
• Vendor reviews: Many vendors
now rely on Internet reviews from
past customers to help grow their
businesses, and it’s a nice gesture for
couples to offer their reviews once they
have returned from their honeymoons.
Chances are you relied on such reviews
when choosing vendors for your wedding, so return the favor by writing
reviews and helping future couples find
reliable vendors who can help make
their weddings special.
• Dress: New brides who want to
keep their dresses as keepsakes or preserve them as heirlooms should have
their dresses cleaned and professionally
preserved when they return from their
honeymoons. The earlier you do this,
the easier it is to remove any stains
that might have developed during your
wedding.
• Gift returns: Newly married couples often receive repeat gifts or gifts
they never put on their registries that
they simply have no use for. Return
such gifts as soon as possible so your
home is not overwhelmed with clutter. Upon returning gifts, you also can
do a little shopping, as you will have
money to spend. In addition, many
stores give newly married couples
discounts on registry items that went
unpurchased, and the day you return
gifts is a great opportunity to cash in
on such discounts.
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Hosting guests at home can
be expensive. Whether they’re
hosting family and friends during the holiday season or throwing a backyard barbecue under
the summer sun, hosts should
know that such gatherings can
be costly.
Some hosts may find that
hosting guests at home is beyond their means. Fortunately,
there are many ways for budgetconscious hosts to save money
when entertaining at home.
• Keep the guest list manageable. The more guests you invite, the bigger your budget will
need to be. If your budget does
not have much wiggle room,
revisit your initial guest list
and pare it down to something
you can manage financially.
Smaller gatherings tend to be
more intimate, and hosts won’t
have as much work to do as
they would when hosting larger
get-togethers, which should allow them more time to mingle
with guests.
• Keep the menu simple.
While you might be tempted
to dazzle guests with your
culinary skills, a more elaborate menu might stretch your
budget. When hosting on a
budget, choose foods that won’t
break the bank. Hot dogs and
hamburgers can be bought in
bulk at the height of barbecue
season. When hosting indoors,
serve more affordable fare like
fish or salad in lieu of costly
prime rib.
• Encourage guests to contribute. You also can save money
when hosting by encouraging
guests to contribute to the festivities. Guests typically want
to pitch in as a way of showing
their appreciation for hosts,
so don’t hesitate to ask them
to bring some beverages or
desserts with them. Let guests
know which foods you plan to
serve so they can find the right
wine to pair with dinner and
bring a dessert that will complement the meal perfectly.
• Borrow items when necessary. If you’re hosting for the
first time or if your serving
dishes have seen better days,
save money by borrowing serving dishes, wine glasses and
extra seating. The cost of such
items can quickly add up, but
borrowing is free and your
guests will no doubt be happy
to contribute something to the
festivities.
• Use reusable dinnerware.
Come the end of the night,
disposable dinnerware might
seem like a godsend, saving
you the trouble of washing all
of those dishes and utensils.
But such items cost money,
and those costs can quickly
add up depending on the size
of your guest list. Reusable dinnerware saves you money and
can benefit the environment by
reducing the carbon footprint
of your party.
Hosting a get-together for
family and friends is a big
financial commitment. But
hosts working on a budget can
cut costs in various ways and
still ensure their guests have a
great time.
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Last-minute hosting tips
Before extending invitations
to guests, hosts know that throwing a party for friends, family or
professional colleagues is a lot of
work. But sometimes party planning slides down hosts’ priority
lists, leaving them to scramble to
plan a fun and memorable event
at the last minute.
Planning an elaborate affair at
the last minute can test any host’s
mettle, but even more casual affairs can prove difficult to plan at
the last minute. While it’s ideal to
party plan well in advance of the
festivities, the following tips can
help hosts who have left everything until the last minute.
• Address only those areas
where guests will spend time.
Hosts may prefer to clean their
entire homes before guests arrive, but that’s likely not possible
when throwing a last-minute
get-together. In lieu of cleaning
your entire home, clean only
those rooms where guests will
be congregating during the party.
Close the doors to any rooms
you did not have time to clean
before guests arrive. If you plan
to entertain outdoors, direct the
bulk of your attention to the
kitchen, the backyard and the
restrooms.
• Be specific when delegating
tasks. Last-minute party planning requires lots of cooperation.
Assign specific tasks to each
person who is helping you clean
your home and plan the party.
• Encourage guests to contribute to the party. When hosting friends and family at home,
encourage them to contribute
something to the party, whether
it’s food, beverages, entertainment or another element you
might not have time to plan.
Shopping for groceries and pre-
paring food can take a substantial
amount of time, leaving you with
little time to prepare your home
for visitors. Asking guests to
bring something gives you more
time to clean your home and plan
a memorable party.
• Focus on fun. While hosts
typically want to impress their
guests with a pristine home and
elaborate meal, guests really just
want to have a fun time and enjoy
the time they have to spend with
fellow partygoers, including the
hosts. Rather than putting pressure on yourself to throw a lavish
affair, direct your efforts toward
ensuring everyone has fun and
makes some good memories.
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(NewsUSA) – There are 2.5 million weddings
in the United States each year, and the weddings
business is a $40 billion annual industry, including
the ceremony, reception, bachelor(-ette) parties
and honeymoon.
Increasingly, newlyweds are opting for a cruise
for a cost-effective and carefree honeymoon.
About 5,000 weddings and vow renewals happen
on cruises every year, and cruises now account for
15 percent of all honeymoons.
The inclusive nature of a cruise is a leading
factor in the decision. A cruise provides a week of
great food, pampering and entertainment for about
$2,500 or less per person.
Most newlyweds say they prefer a week in a
fun-and-sun destination. That makes cruises doubly
attractive, since they visit several ports and offer a
selection of shore tours.
Though the Hawaiian Islands remain the all-time
favorite honeymoon destination, many newlyweds
are choosing cruises in the Mediterranean and the
Caribbean.
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Groom’s cakes make a comeback
Guests and well-wishers expect to see at least one cake at
wedding receptions. But wedding guests should not be surprised if they attend a wedding
and notice two cakes sharing the
spotlight on the dessert table.
Groom’s cakes have existed
for generations but have fallen
out of favor in many parts of
North America since the 1970s.
Now groom’s cakes are experiencing a resurgence in popularity.
A groom’s cake traditionally
represents something masculine, providing a contrast to the
oft-feminine features, such as
floral bouquets and frilly gowns,
that dominate many weddings.
Groom’s cake designs often
reflect a particular hobby or
interest of the groom’s.
Historically, groom’s cakes
are chocolate, a sharp contrast to
traditional wedding cakes, which
tend to be vanilla and white.
Tradition once called for single
women at the wedding to take
home a slice of the groom’s cake
to sleep with under their pillows.
It was believed the cake would
help them have sweet dreams of
the man they would eventually
marry.
Women today are likely no
longer snuggling up to fondant
and mousse cake slices at night,
and wedding cakes are no lon-
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Good luck wedding superstitions
Couples on the verge of tying
the knot spend lots of time hoping
their wedding days go off without
a hitch. The threat of rain drops or
temporarily misplaced rings can
make couples feel that the hands
of fate are casting bad luck on the
proceedings, but couples need not
worry.
Superstitions are not always
negative, and there are many things
thought to bestow good luck on
couples about to become husband
and wife. The following are some
of the more popular harbingers of
good luck couples can look for on
their wedding days.
• Rain: Rain signifies various
things in different cultures, and
many of those amount to a dose of
good fortune for a wedding. Rain
can represent fertility, suggesting
that couples will have many children. Rain also can signify cleansing
and renewal or the washing away
of past ills.
• Sugar: Many Greeks believe
tucking a sugar cube into your glove
will mean a sweet union between
the newly betrothed.
·• Coins: In Sweden, a bride
puts a silver coin from her father
and a gold coin from her mother in
each shoe so she will never have to
go without.
·• Unpleasant things: Egyptian
women may pinch the bride on her
wedding day for good luck. The
English believe finding a spider in
your wedding dress means good
luck.
• Bells: Bells may chime at Irish
weddings to keep evil spirits away
and ensure a harmonious family life.
Some brides also will tuck small
bells into their bouquets.
• Day: Some cultures view
certain days as luckier than others
for getting married. English tradition suggested Wednesday was the
best day for getting married, with
Monday weddings bringing wealth
and Tuesday events bringing good
health. English folklore states that
Saturday is the unluckiest day to
tie the knot.
Many traditions are in place to
keep bad spirits away from wedding
proceedings and ensure good luck.
Middle Eastern brides, for example,
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ger relegated to vanilla cake
with vanilla icing, which may
account for the waning popularity of groom’s cakes. Yet with
wedding cake bakers showing
off their creative prowess on
television or through their own
artistic bakery displays, it’s no
wonder that couples looking
for something unique are once
again embracing the tradition of
groom’s cakes.
Couples who are mulling
whether or not to add a groom’s
cake to their menus should consider the following tips.
• Make sure it is highly personal. Groom’s cakes typically
reference hobbies, affiliations or
interests of the groom. Some men
may want their cake to showcase
the logo of their favorite professional sports team, while others
may want a cake inspired by a
favorite superhero.
• Involve the groom in the process. Despite the name, groom’s
cakes may not always involve the
groom. A cake may be designed
or selected by the groom’s brideto-be or his mother. Some forward-thinking brides may want
to encourage their grooms-to-be
to select their own cakes and offer input on their designs.
• Find a bakery that has experience in whimsical cakes.
Groom’s cakes are very often intricate structures and sculptures.
The groom’s cake may be more
labor-intensive than the traditional wedding cake, so couples
may want to shop around for a
cake chef with the experience to
pull off the design they desire.
• Experiment with flavor combinations. Because the groom’s
cake is all about that special guy,
the flavor of the cake should be
centered around what he would
enjoy. The sky is the limit on flavors and can include traditional
chocolate, candy bar-inspired
flavors, coffee, coconut, or even
a bacon-infused cake.
• Consider serving the groom’s
cake at the rehearsal. Some couples prefer to serve the groom’s
cake at the rehearsal dinner
rather than having two cakes at
the wedding. Guests may not
be able to fit two slices of cake
after a large wedding meal, so
serving the groom’s cake at the
rehearsal dinner may be the best
of both worlds.
The bride – and her cake –
typically steal the show at the
average wedding. Therefore, a
groom’s cake can be a special
touch that allows the groom to
bask in his own wedding-day
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Factors to consider when
hosting an outdoor wedding
you can live with.
Location
Proximity to your reception
venue and the hotel where guests
are staying is another factor to
consider if you are planning on
hosting an outdoor wedding. A
remote location might provide
stunning views and privacy, but
guests might tire if the ceremony
location is far from the hotel and/
or reception venue. This should
not be too big an issue if the
ceremony and reception are held
at the same locale, but couples
should still look for nearby lodging before booking remote outdoor locations.
Weather
Weather is perhaps the biggest
factor couples must consider
when planning an outdoor wedding. Outdoor weddings are
best held during those seasons
when the threat of precipitation
is insignificant and temperatures
are mild, but it’s still necessary to
have a backup plan just in case
Mother Nature does not want
to cooperate. If possible, find an
outdoor location that provides
access to an indoor ceremony
Tips for toasting the bride and groom
Wedding toasts are a tradition that many guests and wedding participants look forward
to. An opportunity for maids of
honor and best men to express
their feelings about the bride
and groom, wedding toasts
often touch on the heartfelt
and the humorous while shedding light on the relationship
between the happy couple and
the men and women they have
chosen to play such significant
roles at their wedding.
While guests might enjoy
wedding toasts, best men and
maids of honor may be nervous
about honoring the brides and
grooms in such public settings.
That anxiety is perfectly normal, especially for those who
have never before been asked
to serve as maid of honor or
best man. Those tasked with
toasting the newly anointed
husband and wife can consider
the following tips to make the
task a little easier.
• Keep it brief. While there
might be many things you want
to say, try to express yourself
as concisely as possible. Convey your relationship with the
bride and/or groom, but avoid
lengthy histories that might
come off as rambling. While
personal anecdotes that shed
some humorous light on your
relationship are great additions
to wedding toasts, avoid going
into too much detail when telling such stories, focusing instead on the parts of the stories
that illustrate your feelings and
generate a few laughs.
• Avoid being too formal.
Even the most formal wedding can benefit from a toast
that veers more toward the
spontaneous. While you want
to thank the parents of the
bride and groom for hosting
the wedding and the guests
for being on hand to celebrate,
don’t feel as though you need
to be especially formal. Giving
a less formal speech also may
help calm your nerves.
• Practice, practice, practice. Practice your speech
ahead of time so you are not
reading from cards or notepads
during the toast. Reading from
a piece of paper is less likely
to engage the audience than
if you are speaking to them
directly and sharing some
heartfelt thoughts about the
bride and groom. It’s alright
to hold onto some cue cards
to keep you on track as you
deliver your toast, but practicing your toast as the wedding
draws near will boost your
confidence and make you more
comfortable once you have the
microphone in hand.
• Stay appropriate. Humor
adds a lot to wedding toasts,
but make sure to clean up any
humorous anecdotes so they
can be shared with all wedding guests, including kids.
In addition, avoid stories that,
while humorous, may end up
embarrassing the bride and
groom.
• Share well wishes. Before
you raise your glass and ask
guests to do the same, express
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is a fitting end to a tradition
that’s meant to highlight the
special relationship brides and
grooms have with their maids
of honor and best men.
Maids of honor and best
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in advance of the big day, but
there are ways to calm those
nerves and deliver heartfelt,
memorable toasts that will be
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facility in case of inclement
weather. If that’s not possible,
monitor the forecast as closely
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fall. (Note: The cost of such tents
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contingency into your budget.) If
the forecast is calling for chillier
temperatures than you had hoped
for, email out-of-town guests a
few days in advance to remind
them to dress warm.
Logistics
No matter how beautiful a
backdrop may be, photos of an
outdoor ceremony can be compromised. Couples, along with
their photographers, should visit
the site in the weeks before their
weddings to determine arrangements for the ceremony that will
guarantee photos are not compromised by sunlight or shade.
Facility managers can probably
offer advice as to the best places
to hold the ceremony and seat
guests, but a run-through at the
location with your photographer
in tow can help ensure your photos come out perfect.
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Many couples tie the knot
outdoors, as nature can provide
an idyllic backdrop on such a
special day. In many ways, planning outdoor weddings is similar
to planning weddings that take
place with a roof overhead and
four walls surrounding couples
and their guests. But there are
some distinct features of both
indoor and outdoor weddings, and
couples planning the latter would
be wise to consider the following
factors before they commit to a
location for their ceremony.
Laws
Laws dictate what can and cannot be done in open spaces, and
couples with outdoor locations in
mind should confirm local laws
and regulations before they commit to a location for their wedding. Research which permits you
might need and if there are any
rules or restrictions at each location you are considering. The cost
of such permits may be negligible,
but the rules may restrict what you
can do in a given space and how
long you can do it. Discuss these
rules with each other to determine
if the rules are something both of
Plan your wedding photos like a pro
(NewsUSA) – With everything that goes into your wedding
day, those once-in-a-lifetime
moments will go by in a blur,
which is why hiring a professional wedding photographer is
a must. After all, the last thing
you should be worrying about is
whether your photographer will
be able to capture your big day.
The key? Prepare yourself so
that you can accurately evaluate the “right” photographer
for you.
“The best photographer will
take the time to build a rapport
with you and use his or her
experience and creativity to
capture the mood, personality,
ambiance and even the geography of your wedding,” says PPA
(Professional Photographers of
America) photographer Berit
Bizjak. “The finest wedding
photography is more than a series of still pictures. It’s physical
poetry – it tells the story of the
day and portrays the essence of
both people and place.”
To this end, PPA, the largest
international nonprofit association created by professional
photographers, has taken the
guesswork out of the process
by offering six tips to help you
plan your wedding photos like
a pro:
1. Book far in advance. The
best photographers get booked
quickly – sometimes as much as
a year in advance – so don’t wait
until the last minute to book your
photographer.
2. Show them the money.
Now is not the time to skimp on
your photo budget. Call around
and get a price range for services,
and remember: after the cake is
long gone, and the dress is stored
away, your wedding photos will
be the only things left to share
and enjoy for years to come,
so don’t cut too many corners
on your photography budget –
you’ll end up regretting it.
3. Make sure your photographer is a real pro. Only
hire someone who has liability
insurance, experience taking the
style of photos you want, backup
equipment and a plan for when
things go south. Ideally, he or
she is a PPA photographer. PPA
photographers do more than just
snap pictures. They have the
technical expertise and artistry
to make you look your best and
bring your vision to life. They
also abide by a strict code of
ethics that makes a real difference. Watch this (video) to see
real married couples share their
stories.
4. Request to see a full gallery of real weddings. Look at
full wedding coverage (not just
a small selection of each wed-
ding’s best moments) to see a
photographer’s true style and
get a sense of how he or she
might tell your “story.” Do you
prefer more artistic or traditional
poses? Would you rather have a
photojournalist approach or a
mix of all styles?
5.Work with your photographer to create a detailed shot
list. PPA wedding photographers
can also help you create that
shot list, as they know what key
moments tell a wedding story
and can prepare for those. But
talk about your must-haves, and
walk through the entire program
with your photographer ahead of
time. Share your expectations
ahead of time to ensure that he
or she captures the key shots,
while remaining attentive and
available to catch the best candid
moments.
6. Plan your post-wedding
photo strategy• ahead of time!
Almost as soon as the festivities
are over, you’ll be eager to look
at the photos so you can relive
your big day over and over again.
Ask your photographer for teasers or a “sneak peek” and a
timeline for when the rest of the
pictures will be available. Will
they give you an online gallery
for family and friends to choose
the images they want? Again,
knowing these things ahead of
time will make things easy on
the back end, sparing you any
heartache.
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Four steps to finding the perfect engagement ring
(NewsUSA) – There are a
few big purchases in life that
you really don’t want to mess
up – a first house, a health care
plan, a new car, and especially,
the engagement ring for your
loved one.
According to The Knot, a
popular wedding inspiration
magazine and planning website,
the decision is so important
it takes consumers more than
three months to find the perfect
ring, and the average cost is
$5,000.
If you’re starting to sweat
under the pressure, here’s a
step-by-step guide to make your
decision easier:
1. Determine the Metal
• Platinum is a naturally white
metal, meaning it will never
fade, change color, or need to
be re-dipped or re-plated.
• White gold, on the other
hand, is a created by adding an
alloy mix to yellow gold. As the
white color fades, the ring will
need to be re-dipped a few times
each year.
• Platinum pairs well with all
stones because its natural color
will not cast any unwanted color
onto the gem, plus its density
makes for an extremely secure
setting.
• If you want matching bands,
be sure to consider what your
partner likes before deciding
on a metal.
2. Determine the Cut of
the Stone
• Traditionally, round and
princess cuts are the most popular.
• Recently, celebrities such
as Angelina Jolie, Sofia Vergara and Drew Barrymore have
brought attention to less common cuts such as emerald,
cushion and radiant.
3. Determine the Style of
the Ring
• Vintage: Offering a traditional look, these settings can
either be an actual estate piece
or a new ring with a vintage
style.
• Modern: Tension settings,
where the diamond is held without prongs, are a popular style.
Rough diamonds also offer a
modern twist to a ring.
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include pave and halo settings.
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and quality, and metal used as
the most important aspects of a
ring, whereas the groom focuses
on stone quality, style and price.
Each of these attributes factors
into the price of the ring, so it
helps to make sure the couple is
aligned before shopping.
• Platinum rings come in a
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Ideas for celebrating a first anniversary
Darrell and Shirley (Wiley) Plyler
Punxsutawney
July 2, 1966
Couples approaching their first
anniversaries may be amazed at
just how quickly their first year
as husband and wife flew by.
Many would admit it feels like
just yesterday that they were
reciting their vows and dancing
the night away in the company
of friends and family.
Couples about to mark their
first anniversaries often look
back on a year of new experiences. A first anniversary is a
milestone that should not be
taken lightly, and there are plenty
of enjoyable and meaningful
ways to celebrate your first full
year of wedded bliss.
• Enjoy a night of reminiscing
and cake. If you saved the top
tier of your wedding cake, take it
out of the freezer and let it thaw.
Serve a slice for yourself and
your spouse while you sit down
to recall the little details of your
wedding. Review your wedding
album or pop in your wedding
video to relive the magic of your
big day once more.
• Plan an escape vacation.
Why not make it a tradition to
travel on your anniversary? You
can have a new honeymoon
where you go to a romantic destination and participate in some
romantic one-on-one time each
and every year. Return to your
original honeymoon spot or find
a new locale.
• Dine at your wedding hall.
Some wedding venues double as
restaurants or may serve special
brunches or dinners on occasion.
Make reservations and honor
your first anniversary in the spot
where you first celebrated your
union.
• Trade paper gifts. The first
anniversary gift is paper, and you
can interpret this in various ways.
Declare your love in a full-page
ad in your local newspaper, or
treat your spouse to some tickets
to a show or a sporting event. If
you want to put your thoughts on
your first year of marriage down
on paper, use some stationery to
jot down an impromptu poem or
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love note.
• Throw a big bash. Invite
many of the same people who
attended the wedding to a party
at your home or another venue.
Share a spotlight dance to your
wedding song and be sure to
toast all of the people who helped
make your first year so special.
• Enjoy a fancy meal. Use
your anniversary as an excuse to
try that exclusive restaurant that
may be a little too extravagant for
just any occasion. Indulge in an
expensive meal and a nice bottle
of bubbly.
• Relax with a spa treatment.
Reserve a couple’s spa day at
a nearby resort or stand-alone
business. Explore the services
they offer, from massages to facials to relaxing body wraps.
• Have an adventure together.
Do something exciting for your
first anniversary so you will
remember it forever. Adrenalineinducing activities, like scuba
diving, riding roller coasters,
helicopter tours or bungee jumping, are thrilling ways to mark a
year of wedded bliss.
There is no limit to the number of ways couples can commemorate their first anniversaries. From romantic to wild,
these activities can keep the
spark alive.
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