Category Archives: Tidbits and Tips

When getting ready for your big wedding day, there are so many distractions. It can be easy to leave essential items at home. Here are the items you should definitely have available: Bride’s Big Day Checklist Wedding Gown Hoopskirt/Crinolines Undergarments … Continue reading →

Is the bride and groom the center of attention during the reception? It all depends on the wedding cake! Steering clear of the traditional tiered cakes, most couples today are opting for whimsical designs, rich colors, gum paste flowers, and … Continue reading →

Have you ever wondered why a bride wears a veil on her wedding day and she is to be the only one seen in white. Or why there is a check list of something old, new, borrowed, and blue before … Continue reading →

Knowing your wedding style is an essential component to the wedding planning process. It determines the type of wedding gown you select, the bridal party attire as well as the venue. Over the next month we will be focusing on … Continue reading →

You have been planning a fabulous wedding and you are 30 days away from saying “I do” the last thing you need is to overlook an important detail. Many “day-of” wedding planners get involved one month prior to the wedding … Continue reading →

“If you like it then you better put a ring on it. Oh, Oh, Oh” Ok, not quite but you get the point. Planning on popping the question or shopping for the perfect engagement ring – clarity and cut matters. … Continue reading →

First things first, enjoy your exciting news. Let it be a secret between the two of you for a few days, then announce your engagement. Go visit with your parents and tell them in person, if possible. The next step … Continue reading →

No one wants to wake-up to bad skin, especially on their wedding day! The wedding day brings out the need for perfect glowing skin for every bride. Before the dress and photo shoot, hours of beauty techniques are practiced to … Continue reading →

When you think of summer what comes to mind-warm weather, great atmosphere and bright colors. But then reality sets in, frizzy hair, afternoon showers and must we discuss the humidity! The summer can be extremely frightening to our exterior and … Continue reading →

A wedding program is the official schedule of the wedding day that outlines all of the events that will take place. The program is also a souvenir that many of your guest will take home in remembrance of this special … Continue reading →

Hurricane Season Began Today!!! Don’t let it ruin your wedding day. The Climate Prediction Center outlook indicates a 70 percent chance of 13 to 18 named storms, including 6 to 10 hurricanes with 2 to 5 major hurricanes for the … Continue reading →

Do they really exist – yes! – and they are not becoming extinct. I have sat in several meetings with clients and their mothers were there for support, minimal guidance, or to sign the check. Then there are other situations, … Continue reading →

Traditionally, it is the responsibility of the groom’s parents to host AND pay for the rehearsal dinner but more and more engaged couples are covering the bill. Many couples are covering it because they do not know how to bring up the topic of ”wedding … Continue reading →

Aww, the first dance – how happy and in love they must be. That’s why it is so important to find a song that represents the moment and emotions that resemble the couple’s love for each other. Below are 10 … Continue reading →

Almost at the halfway point for 2009 – we are definitely seeing a break in tradition and a slight change in trends due to economic factors. The media’s spin on the “recession” is causing couples to tightly clinch their wallets. … Continue reading →

Hmmm… not sure. It depends on who you ask. In many cultures cash gifts are acceptable and expected. They go as far as pinning money on the brides dress, handing the groom wads of cash during the receiving line, or … Continue reading →

Planes, trains, and automobiles. Okay, maybe I should say limousine, horse and buggy, vintage car, or party bus. Whatever mode of transportation you choose, make sure you have an iron clad plan to ensure everyone is on time. Questions you … Continue reading →

Congratulations on your recent engagement! Your wedding is 12+ months away and there are so many details that need to be nailed down. A major question we hear from brides is “where do I start”. Here are the items you … Continue reading →

A unique reception is the key to a great reception which is why so many brides and grooms are selecting a theme for their wedding day. Choosing your wedding theme is not the same as picking a theme for a … Continue reading →

Looking for something eclectic, contemporary, or quirky? Consider a unique blend of natural and synthetic colors. Not afraid of colors… PERFECT! Your wedding colors should depict your personality and style. That does not mean that your bridesmaids have to wear … Continue reading →