Archive for the 'Wedding Planning' Category

Weddings, the After Party

If you want to keep your wedding going long after your reception time is up and the band goes home, consider an after party. This event can be immediately following your reception at a nearby site and it will keep the good times rolling. But you have to plan ahead. Weddings, the After Party »

The Engagement Party

So he’s proposed and you’ve accepted. Congratulations! You’re about to start on the exciting course of getting married and planning a wedding. The first milestone on this journey is traditionally the Engagement Party. The Engagement Party »

Financing Your Wedding

Everyone is looking to have the perfect fairytale wedding. However sometimes our fairytale wishes are bigger than the reality of our checkbooks. A recent survey by the leading bridal registry website The Knot, an online wedding retailer says the average wedding will cost between $10,000 and $20,000. The reality is many newlyweds have less than $3000 dollars put aside for their wedding. Financing Your Wedding »

Planning a Wedding - The Basics

A wedding should truly be happiest moment of your life. However many moderns brides try to take on too much in an effort to create the perfect wedding. Instead of ending up with a beautiful service and reception that they can enjoy they stress out over every last detail and turn into the dreaded Bridezilla. Here are some tips to help you keep your sanity in tact when planning your wedding:

The key to success with a wedding or any type of party is to plan ahead, the further ahead you know and work out the details the better.

Unless you are having a small simple affair it will be impossible to manage the entire event yourself. Get a small group of family or friends who are willing to help and delegate some responsibilities.

For more complicated events you may want to hire a professional wedding planner. Typically wedding planners will get a commission based on the cost of the entire event. It varies from 10 to 25 percent based on the work, and location involved.

For more detailed tips on how to plan your wedding reception visit our wedding reception section.

Managing Wedding Stress

We’ve all heard tales of a “Bridezilla” losing it, and not being able to enjoy their own wedding. Sometimes it’s hard to remember that no one wants to be a Bridezilla, they end up becoming one because they don’t know how to deal with wedding stress. Here is a list of helpful tips to keep you from turning into a Bridezilla.

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Wedding Limousines - The Basics

Choosing transportation or a limousine for your wedding is an important step. Do you want a horse drawn carriage, a classic Rolls Royce or an Exotic stretch Hummer? Here are some tips to consider:

  • Try to find something that compliments or completes the style or theme of your wedding.
  • For a fairytale style wedding a horse drawn carriage is an excellent choice.

  • For a more elegant and sophisticated affair a classic old car makes a distinguished look.

  • For a modern and contemporary wedding choose something exotic like a stretch Ferrari.

  • Looking for something unique, try renting a convertible or exotic sports car.

  • If you are providing transportation for a medium to large group of attendants consider a stretch SUV. Some of them can accommodate 18 to 20 people comfortably. Don’t pay for more car than you need.

  • Be sure to shop around prices can vary considerably from one company to another.

  • If possible try to see the exact car you will be using.

  • Try to meet the driver if possible, make sure they are someone you feel is trustworthy and dependable.

  • Sign a contract. Make sure it’ clear exactly what is included and what isn’t. Gratuities for the drivers are in the 15 to 20% range. Know if it is included in the price before hand. Review overtime rates before hand.

Do you need Wedding Insurance?

While we all hope that everyone’s wedding goes off perfectly and without any problems, the reality is sometimes things go wrong. Here’s a list of things that could go wrong an ruin your wedding day. Do you need Wedding Insurance? »

Honeymoon Planning – the Basics

The honeymoon is the reward for all of those hard stressful months of wedding planning. To get the most out of your honeymoon here is a basic timetable of things you should consider. Honeymoon Planning – the Basics »

Wedding Planning Tips and Tricks

Planning a wedding is an exciting thing, and can be very scary. With some basic tips and tricks, you will be sure to make you day special. Wedding Planning Tips and Tricks »

Engagement Rings - Tips for Surprising Her

You’ve decided you’re going to buy a ring and pop the question, congratulations. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

Engagement Rings - Tips for Surprising Her »