This destination wedding in the Philippines is full of some of my favorite things – a non-traditional gown {LOVE the blush}, a hand painted cake, and lots of sparkle!
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Real Wedding Wednesday { City Chic }
Tuesday Tips { Vendor Meals }
Deciding whether or not to feed your vendors is a tricky thing for some. While we don’t think you need to provide them with a “wow” meal, it’s always nice to make sure they get something to munch on. Here’s a few quick tips on choosing vendors meals:
- Who should we feed? The short answer is any vendor that is staying for the duration of the wedding. A floral designer who is dropping items off, setting up, and returning at the end of the night does not need a vendor meal. Your DJ, photographer, and other vendors who are staying for the entire event are most definitely going to need a meal.
- What should they eat? This is usually dependent upon the client’s preference. Some couples order a simple “boxed style” meal {sandwich, chips, and cookie}, while other couple may have their vendor eat off the buffet {after guests have gone through}. We definitely recommend checking vendor contracts because some of them require a hot meal.
- When should they eat? Depending on the timeline, most vendors try to eat when everyone else eats. There isn’t usually too much going on during this time, so it’s a great chance for your vendor to sneak off for a few minutes to grab a bite.
- Where should they eat? Try to keep vendors as close to the reception space as possible. Some couples like to provide a reception table specifically for vendors. If you’d prefer they not eat with guests check to see if the venue has a small side room near the reception space.
Category: Tips and Timelines /
Tags: Orlando wedding planner, RW Events, Vendor Meals, wedding planning tips
Tidbits & Tips { Traditions & Personality }
Here’s a quick tip from Matthew Wengerd of A Fine Press {that we 100% agree with}:
Favorite Friday {One Love Photography }
I am majorly swooning over One Love Photography! They are a California based company {they’re willing to travel} and they’ve got a great eye for awesome weddings photos {like the ones below}!
Category: Favorite Friday /
Tags: Destination Wedding, Orlando wedding planner, RW Events, Wedding Photography
Trendy Thursday { Farm-to-Table }
These selections for a farm-to-table wedding from Chef Shannon Cook are seriously making my mouth water! She recently got married and shared some of her food selections from her special day:
“We had small jars of olive oil roasted nuts and marinated olives for snacking.”
“For the non-wine drinkers we had a selection of local beers. For water pitchers, we collected glass milk bottles all summer. Each bottle was laden with lemon verbena stems and fresh mint.” {She grew most of the herbs herself!}
“We filled shallow wooden boxes and platters with what I feel are my favorite food groups – cheese and fruit. I like to offer guests a variety of cheeses and almost always rely on a tangy fresh goat cheese, a bloomy triple or double crème, a hard, nutty aged cheese such as a Parmesan Reggiano or Comté, and a washed, ripe cheese with serious character such as a Tellegio.”
“I collected smaller jam jars to fill with a buttermilk and Oregon blue cheese dip and crisp farm veggies.”
“Roasted grapes are a delicious accompaniment to roasted meats or a beautiful presentation on a cheese board. I like to serve them as a topping to bruschetta that’s has been spread with a creamy soft blue cheese or a tangy goat cheese and drizzled with honey.”
Category: Trend Alert /
Tags: Farm-to-Table Wedding, Orlando wedding planner, rustic wedding, RW Events, Wedding Trends
Real Wedding Wednesday { Milk Station }
This couple chose to say “I Do” at an old milk station in New Zealand! The simplicity of the decor {crisp white linen with gold accents and delicate floral arrangements} make this such a pretty wedding!
From the Bride: “We wanted our day to be elegant but without the weight of tradition. The styling reflects some odd juxtapositions – a formal table but with casual arrangements featuring some strange twists – a gold handgun, a dinosaur on the table. My very clever sister in law helped with the details immensely. The day was just as we planned, relaxed and intimate and shared with loved ones – the perfect celebration for us.”
Tuesday Tips { If I Could Do it Again }
We don’t like it when couples look back on their wedding day and wish they had done things differently. So, we’ve brainstormed a few tips that might help you in the planning process so your day will be what you’ve always wanted!
- Don’t limit your vendor search to just your local area.
- Give yourself plenty of time to plan!
- Start reading blogs early in the planning process. Blogs are a great tool if you want to see past weddings from vendors you’re interested in.
- Look up reviews – check out Wedding Wire for reviews on ALL your vendors!
- Think about having a back-up pair of shoes {maybe some cute flats for dancing}
- Be specific with your florist – tell them your style, your colors, and any specific flowers you want included. See if they’re willing to create a mock-up for you.
- Consider having a smaller bridal party – having more than three or four bridesmaids can become difficult when you’re trying to keep track of everyone.
- Lower the guest count – 300 people at a wedding is a LOT. Think about how much time you’re going to spend greeting everyone and not getting down on the dance floor.
