Summer is in full swing and when it comes to weddings, there are new and old traditions about who will pay for specific costs.
Back in the day, the bride's family paid for the wedding and the groom's family paid for the rehearsal dinner and the honeymoon.
Today, it is reasonable to see both families and/or the bride and groom share in the costs.
The last thing anyone wants to see is someone spending their savings or going into debt.
Two things I always ask clients when they call our office, what is your guest count and have you established a budget?
Happy planning and please don't hesitate to call our office if you would like to explore ideas. xo
Gianna's Picks of the Week -
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| Sophisticated. |
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| Simple and elegant. |
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| Low heel for dancing. |
Romantic lighting.
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| Bridesmaid dresses - dramatic or soft. |
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| We love the pale pink bow tie. |
Tips of the Week
Your table setting might look like the diagram below. If you are planning on having party favors or place cards, think about your place setting before you create your designs.
Brunch the Day After the Big Party
Buffets are great for a going away brunch. You and your guests can arrive within a specific block of time which is great for catching flights and late check outs.
Whether you are having your going away brunch at a private residence or hotel, consider the following -
Coffee, tea, OJ and your favorite juices plus ice water. Great for those who drank a little too much the night before. xo
A delicious burrito bar with all of your favorite items such as scrambled eggs, black beans, shredded cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes, onions and guacamole, so everyone can build their own burrito.
For those seeking carbohydrates, bagels are great with cream cheese and lox or bagels with an assortment of cream cheeses.
If you want something sweet, add pastries.
Selecting Your Bridal Party?
Consider friends who know you the best and will understand a crazy bridezilla moment.
Friends that will help you when things go wrong and/or when you have a lot of plates spinning at the same time.
My number one tip - never allow someone in the wedding party, who is intoxicated to give a toast. I have seen a few horror stories play out in front of me - it is painful to watch and it ruins friendships.
Your Bridesmaids -
When you select the bridesmaid dresses, please consider their body shapes. Some of your bridesmaids may not fit into a style made for a size 2. I recommend selecting dresses (can be the same dress, but a few different styles - strapless, halter, etc.) that your bridesmaids can try on to see which one fits her body the best.
Dresses start at $200 and go up, plus there is the cost of alterations, shoes, clutch, bridal shower and wedding gift. If any of your bridesmaids are on a strict budget, this might cause your friend some financial uneasiness.
Some of our clients have it in their budget to pay for all the dresses and those who don't might choose to pay for their friend's dress or contribute towards the cost.
See what works best for you and enjoy the process.
When you select the bridesmaid dresses, please consider their body shapes. Some of your bridesmaids may not fit into a style made for a size 2. I recommend selecting dresses (can be the same dress, but a few different styles - strapless, halter, etc.) that your bridesmaids can try on to see which one fits her body the best.
Dresses start at $200 and go up, plus there is the cost of alterations, shoes, clutch, bridal shower and wedding gift. If any of your bridesmaids are on a strict budget, this might cause your friend some financial uneasiness.
Some of our clients have it in their budget to pay for all the dresses and those who don't might choose to pay for their friend's dress or contribute towards the cost.
See what works best for you and enjoy the process.
Have a great week! XO
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