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IN THIS ISSUE

06 HONEYMOON HOTSPOTS Consider weather and tourism when planning your special getaway.

08 KEEPING IT CASUAL

Rising costs and changing attitudes have many couples celebrating less formally.

12 16 WEDDING TIPS & TRICKS Simple hacks to keep wedding expenses (and stress levels) at a minimum.

14 COME RAIN OR SHINE With preparation and perspective, couples can handle rainy wedding days.

16 HEALTHY HABITS Shedding pounds isn’t all there is to pre-wedding health.

18 GET SCHOOLED Peep our crash course in wedding and party-planning terminology.

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‘We’re going for Couple weds on Big Detroit Lake in sub-zero temperatures

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She said they wanted a winter wedding because they didn’t Lakes Country couple was want to cut into time at the lake just crazy enough to have cabin this summer.

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“I’ve never been to one, so I ping noses inside the tent, with just two heaters to keep guests think it’d be pretty cool,” Matwarm. After being together for thew said. The couple knew it almost five years, Madi Grady would be chilly, but they didn’t and Matthew Sanchez decided to know just how cold it was going have their dream outdoor wed- to get.

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Consider weather and tourism when making honeymoon plans

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 honeymoon provides a welcome retreat for people who want to spend plenty of time outdoors. couples after months upon months of budgeting, planning and ironing out the details Mexico: Areas of Mexico, such as popular CancĂşn and of their weddings. On their honeymoons, couples get Cozumel, tend to stay warm all year long, but they can the chance to escape the pressures of everyday life and be particularly hot in the summer. Spring brides and simply enjoy being alone with each other in special grooms may want to venture there before the summer season is in full swing. Couples might want to avoid locations.

Honeymoon vacations can be expensive, and many vacationing in certain areas in March, as students viscouples want to ensure they get the best value for their iting for spring break may compromise the romantic trips. A honeymoon that is overshadowed by inclement atmosphere honeymooners are hoping for. weather can make this once-in-a-lifetime trip memoHawaii: Spring and summer can be ideal times to visit rable for all the wrong reasons. While not every hiccup the islands of Hawaii, as the weather can be beautican be avoided, couples can plan their honeymoons for ful and travel tends to be less expensive during these those times of year when specific locales experience times of year. Rains increase as autumn sets in, and their best weather.

Hawaii often sees the bulk of its vacationers during the Jamaica: Couples tying the knot in the earlier part of winter, meaning higher costs and bigger crowds. the year may want to honeymoon in Jamaica. With Italy: April through June and September through average temperatures in the 80s year-round, Jamaica October are some of the best times to visit Italy. Be makes for a great honeymoon destination. Januaware that Venice tends to be misty and damp during ary through April see less rain than other times of the late fall and early spring. Italy, especially souththe year, and keep in mind June through the end of ern Italy and Sicily, can get quite hot during the peak December is hurricane season. summer months.

Australia: People opting to get married in the winter Weather and tourism should be considered as newlyin the Northern Hemisphere might want to escape the weds choose where to go on their honeymoons. 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.

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Chrysanthemums: Widely referred to as Lilies: Lilies are traditional flowers “mums,” these midsummer to latefall flowers can last between three and four weeks after being cut. Mums can be used to fill out floral displays because they tend to be inexpensive but durable flowers.

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lowers may look beautiful in gardens and even when snipped and brought inside to brighten up a mantel or dining table. Unfortunately, cut flowers have a finite shelf life.

While cut blooms can’t live forever, certain varieties will outlast others.

Choosing flowers wisely for wedding centerpieces or keepsakes can help couples enjoy selected flowers longer.

Peonies: Peonies can last for about a

week or two when brought indoors.

HGTV says to snip the stems when the buds are tight, wrap them in newspaper and store them in the refrigerator until you’re ready to arrange.

Zinnias: These bright blooms can last

for three to four weeks and are best harvested in summer. Zinnias are available in a wide range of colors.

Coneflower: The purple coneflower is popular, but coneflowers are available in many colors aside from purple. Coneflowers attract butterflies and are beautiful in cut displays.

Ranunculus: Ranunculus mimic the look of roses and display layer after layer of silky, crepe-like petals. These blooms can last a week or more in vases if they’re put in water right after being cut.

Carnations: Another budget-friendly

flower, carnations are popular from early spring until late summer. Available in many hues, they can be used in conjunction with other blooms to create well-rounded floral displays that may last between two and three weeks.

that are beautiful to behold. Lilies are available in various sizes and colors and can be bought fresh year-round.

Lilies often last longer than a week after being cut. Look for lilies with tight buds, as such flowers tend to last the longest.

Gladioli: The lovely flowers of the vertical-growing gladiolus, which is sometimes referred to as the “sword lily,” are available in yellow, peach, pink, white, and other hues. These bulb-based plants can last up to two weeks after being cut and add variety and texture to floral displays.

Although advice varies on how to keep cut flowers fresh the longest, veteran florist Nic Faitos, senior partner at Starbright Floral Design in New York, who has provided his floral expertise for Reader’s Digest, says the best approach is to keep vase water clean. In addition, ProFlowers suggests keeping cut blooms in a cool room away from direct sunlight and heat.

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ccording to The Knot Real Weddings Study, the average cost of a wedding exceeds $35,000, and that price tag does not even include couples’ honeymoons. Some couples may not have the means to finance such lavish affairs, while others may want to save for larger expenses, such as a house, while still being able to celebrate their nuptials with family and friends.

Casual weddings can provide that opportunity.

However, while casual weddings are less formal, couples will still need to keep some things in mind to make their ceremonies and receptions both fun and memorable.

Create your own traditions.

Let guests know the wedding will be casual.

While couples having casual weddings may choose to have their receptions somewhere other than banquet halls, they should still plan to feed their guests. Some guests may be traveling and staying in hotels to attend the wedding, and it’s a nice gesture to show appreciation for their efforts by providing them with a meal. A meal also offers a great chance for guests to mingle with the married couple and fellow guests.

Perhaps the most important thing couples can do when hosting a casual wedding is inform their guests that the ceremony and reception will not be formal affairs. Be as specific as possible regarding the dress code so guests don’t feel embarrassed if they overdress.

Don’t abandon tradition entirely.

Couples hosting casual weddings may not feel beholden to all the traditions associated with more formal affairs, but that does not mean tradition should be abandoned entirely. For example, fathers-of-the-bride may still hope to share a spotlight dance with their daughters, while siblings or friends may still hope to serve as bridesmaids or groomsmen. Just because a wedding is less formal does not mean it has to be completely void of tradition, especially those traditions that can let couples’ closest loved ones know how much they are loved and appreciated.

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Embracing some tradition does not mean couples cannot simultaneously create their own wedding traditions. Guests at casual weddings will likely be expecting something different than they’re used to, so couples should not hesitate to provide that. Couples should strive to keep things tasteful but not shy away from unique ideas that fit into the casual theme.

Plan to feed guests.

Don’t overlook logistics.

Small details, like transportation, parking and lodging will still need to be arranged.

If hosting guests at home after the ceremony, make sure guests will have ample places to park their vehicles. In addition, make the same efforts regarding lodging for guests that you would if planning a formal wedding, as out-of-town guests will still need a place to sleep.

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Now more than ever, brides and grooms are seeking menu ideas that reflect their personalities as a couple.

Traditionally, one of the more memorable aspects of wedding receptions is the food. Whether it was fun, tasty or something entirely new for guests, food tends to leave a lasting impression.

The experts at Boho Weddings say that, more than ever before, couples are seeking menu ideas that reflect their personalities as a couple as they seek to make a statement at their events. Celebrating with delicious, unique foods can make receptions that much more amazing.

Bite-sized bursts

Tapas and a movement toward small bites has started to take hold at wedding receptions. Such a choice allows guests to try many different flavors without filling up too quickly. From sliders to mini grilled cheese to soup shots to bite-sized pizzas, many of these small bites feature flavors borrowed from familiar comfort foods just presented on a miniature scale.

Comfort stations and bars

Couples who love comfort food can put it on display with a crostini station, a mashed potato bar, a chicken and waffles station, a gourmet popcorn snack station, or a ramen noodle bar.

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Outdoor weddings can be enhanced with the addition of trendy food trucks. These restaurants on wheels can inject burgers, sandwiches, international delights, crepes, noodles, and so many more flavors into a wedding.

High-end options

Couples may want to give guests a taste of the lavish with olive oil and vinegar tasting stations, whiskey bars, French hors d’oeuvres, Kobe beef sliders, lobster tails, risotto stations, and more.

Childhood favorites

When it comes time for dessert, some couples opt to avoid or downplay wedding cakes in favor of something simpler. A cookieand-milk bar, doughnut holes, soft pretzel stations, pie pops, or dessert shot jars push creativity and sweetness to new levels. Do-ityourself dessert stations, such as s’more-making and ice cream sundae stations, also can be big hits.

Couples are increasingly feeling less beholden to traditional wedding reception menus as they look to infuse their personal tastes into the foods they plan to serve their guests. Many catering managers and chefs welcome the chance to work with couples looking to create unique reception menus.

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rides and grooms understandably feel some stress when planning their weddings. Adding to the pressure is the fact that, according to a WeddingWire.com report, the average couple in their 30s spends $32,000 on their wedding. That is a lot of money riding on one day.

But planning a wedding can be even more fun than it is stressful, especially for those couples who employ a few tricks of the wedding planning trade.

1. Use labels. Once the guest list is

finalized, create a database of guests’ addresses. Print out two sets of labels: One for addressing the invitations and the other to address the thank-you cards.

2. RSVP tricks: Number the back of

RSVP cards and correspond the numbers to the guest list. If one or more responses is illegible, refer to the number to figure it out.

3. Create an email address. To have

all of the wedding-related details in one place, create a separate email address exclusively for wedding correspondence. Making (and using) a wedding-specific email folder with your existing address works, too.

4. Use veil weights. These weights

can be sewn into veils to prevent flyaways during outdoor ceremonies or photoshoots.

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Simple hacks to keep expenses (and stress levels) at a minimum before and during your big day 5. Keep bugs at bay. Spray chair

and reception table legs with insect repellent. Dryer sheets also can be tucked into inconspicuous spots to keep bugs away.

6. Use page markers for seating.

Use multicolored, self-sticking page markers to create easy seating arrangements. Each color can represent a category: His, Hers, Friends, Work, etc.

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7. Make a photo clothesline.

9. Stock up on string lights.

8. Use loose flower centerpieces.

10. Be present. Enjoy yourself!

A clever and inexpensive idea is to pin photos of the couple to a string, cataloging how they met and their time together leading up to the wedding.

Loose flowers in a vase are easier to sort and transport home for guests who want a memento. Make precut butcher’s paper or cellophane available to make bouquets.

Lights can be wrapped around trees outdoors, strung indoors around windows or draped along buffet tables to create a romantic ambiance.

Remember what this day is about.

Take mental snapshots throughout the day, focusing on specific details.

Share them with each other at the end of the evening.

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11. Be clever. Wedding programs can

14. Keep child guests entertained.

12. Get your guests excited.

15. Provide a fun selfie-station.

double as fans for a hot summer ceremony. Just print on heavier paper and affix a handle.

Have guests request songs for the dance in the wedding RSVP.

13. Wear a button-up shirt while getting your hair styled. This will

be easy to change out of so you won’t put a strand of hair out of place.

Providing wedding-themed coloring books during the reception will keep them busy.

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any brides and grooms fear the prospects of rainy wedding days. But even couples who have contended with everything from a few drops to an allout deluge on their wedding days look back fondly on the ceremonies and receptions. In fact, how couples handle any precipitation can affect how happy the festivities may be.

Have a rainy day game plan.

Rain affects outdoor weddings more than any other type of ceremony or reception. If the goal is to exchange vows outdoors, work with the venue to make this possible with a tent or gazebo.

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However, if the weather is especially foul and windy, move it indoors.

Know vendors’ rain policies. Some

Couples who live in notoriously damp climates can purchase golf umbrellas, which tend to be larger than the average umbrella and keep them stationed in decorated stands to ease transitions between wedding sites and keep everyone as dry as possible.

live musicians will not play in damp weather. Florists may need to make accommodations for arrangements blowing in the wind. Couples need to understand what they’re responsible for and what may be covered if a weather event occurs. Wedding insurance may help cover the costs of nonrefundable cancellations.

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Invest in golf umbrellas.

party members, including the bride, can ask their makeup artists to use durable, waterproof products. This can help salvage beautiful looks should some drops begin to fall.

upset if the weather turns for the worse. But don’t dwell on it. Guests will sense negative energy, and couples should set the tone of sticking it through despite a little adversity

and can be a good lesson for the marriage as well.

Embrace the rain. While a couple

probably won’t wish for rain, there are some benefits to overcast skies, say the wedding professionals at Brides magazine. Flowers are less likely to wilt in rainy conditions. In the absence of bright sunlight, outdoor photographs can really pop. Rain is romantic and may compel couples and their guests to cuddle close.

Don’t let rain on a wedding day become a drag. With preparation and perspective, couples can handle rainy wedding days.

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Our song A first dance song at the wedding reception often sets the tone for the upcoming festivities and can exemplify just how newlyweds feel about each other. Couples may agonize over which song to choose, but there are many different resources available that can help couples narrow down their options.

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Shedding pounds isn’t all there is to pre-wedding health Metro Creative fter the big question is popped and loving partners decide to spend their lives together as a married couple, a whirlwind of activity will ensue. Although wedding planning is exciting, some couples may feel overwhelmed with all the decisions that need to be made before they can tie the knot. In this state of increased pressure, stress may build and health could falter. According to a Cornell University study, more than 70 percent of brides-to-be have weight loss on the brain, but shedding pounds shouldn’t be the only health factor to consider.

Here are some easy ways to stay mentally and physically fit in advance of a happy wedding day.

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some time for date nights with your fiancé, and don’t overlook the benefits of hanging out with friends and getting away from wedding planning for a bit.

Eat body-boosting foods.

The foods we eat can impact everything from energy levels to skin radiance. Foods like berries, sweet potatoes, broccoli, greens, green tea, and dark chocolate all contain antioxidants that boost the immune system, states The Food Network. Avoid drastic diets that can do more harm than good. Simply cutting 500 calories a day can help the average person lose a pound per week if weight loss is a goal. Simple ways to trim calories are to choose skim milk over whole milk and choose lowGet daily exercise.

Exercise is important for maintain- calorie snacks. ing healthy body weight and keeping Cut down on alcohol consumption. stress levels in check. Exercise also can Toasting to the future with a glass of boost mood. The Department of Health wine may become rote in the months and Human Services recommends getleading up to the wedding, but alcoting at least 150 minutes of moderhol is a diuretic and a source of liquid ate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of calories. Alcoholic beverages dehydrate vigorous aerobic activity each week. the body and cause it to hold onto Strength training exercises performed water. When imbibing, stick to lowat least twice a week complete a wellcalorie cocktails like a vodka spritzer balanced exercise regimen.

(60 to 80 calories) instead of a calorieladen frozen margarita (300 calories).

Slow down and relax.

Feeling and looking one’s best starts Those who go full-throttle with all of their responsibilities including wed- long before the wedding day. By makding planning may burn out. Stress can ing health a priority, couples can weaken the immune system and make start their new lives together on a people vulnerable to illness. Schedule healthy footing.

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schooled on wedding terminology Couples about to embark on their wedding journeys will likely learn a thing or two about party planning once their engagements are over and they are newly married.

Dais: A podium or platform raised from

the floor where the bride and groom are seated.

Deposit: A percentage of the total cost of service given to a vendor to secure a date for their services.

Dragées: Round, small edible balls of sugar that appear on wedding cakes.

Escort (seating) cards: Printed cards that direct reception guests to their seats.

Wedding planning can seem Fondant: A sweet, plyable product used to decoratively cover layered cakes. It can be used in lieu of overwhelming and a tad straight buttercream. confusing at times, but a crash Handle wrap: Ribbon or fabric that wraps around course in wedding terminology the stems of a bouquet the bride and wedding party carries. can help couples make more of honor: The title given to the woman informed choices along the way. Maid/matron who assists the bride and stands closest to her at Blusher: A short, single-layer veil that covers the bride’s face before the ceremony.

Boutonnière: A single flower bud worn by the men

in the bridal party.

Canapés: Bite-sized appetizers served during the

cocktail hour of a reception.

Civil ceremony: A marriage ceremony conducted by a council official or justice of the peace at a municipal location rather than in a house of worship.

Cocktail hour: Typically an hour-long interlude between the wedding ceremony and the main dinner of the reception. Guests have time to arrive and mingle before being seated.

Corkage fee: A fee some establishments charge to allow guests to bring their own wine.

the altar. “Maids” are those who are unmarried, while “matrons” are women who are.

Master of ceremonies: An individual who will work

with the DJ or band to announce the various components of the wedding reception.

Nosegay: A small bouquet or flower arrangement typically given to the mothers of the bride and groom before the ceremony.

Processional/Recessional: Musical pieces that mark the entrance and exit from the wedding ceremony.

Receiving line: A line of the key people in the wedding who welcome and greet guests.

Stationery: All of the paper products used at the wedding, including invitations, programs and enclosures.

Tablescape: A word that describes the multiple components of centerpiece designs.

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O Keep a careful record of all gifts received

Here’s a helpful checklist to keep you on track.

planning checklist

6 to 12 months before O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O

Select a wedding date and time.

Make a preliminary budget.

Determine the type of wedding you want.

Determine the size of the guest list.

Reserve your ceremony and reception location.

Determine who will officiate ceremony.

Hire a wedding consultant, if you plan to use one.

Decide on your color scheme.

Determine your wedding theme or style.

Start compiling names and addresses of guests.

Select bridal attendants.

Have fiancé select attendants.

Plan reception.

Check catering facilities if at a club or hotel.

Select a caterer, if one is necessary.

Select music, entertainment and DJ for reception.

Select a professional photographer.

Select a reliable, creative florist.

Select your dress and headpiece.

Announce engagement in the newspaper.

Select bridesmaids’ dresses.

4 months before

O Select the men’s wedding attire O O O O

2 months before

O Address invitations and announcements.

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O Have a final fitting for your gown and

O Make final arrangements for ceremony O Make sure all bridal attire is ordered.

O Have both mothers coordinate

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and select their dresses.

O Register at a bridal registry in the towns of both families.

O Order invitations and personal stationery.

O Complete the guest lists and compile them in order.

They should be mailed four to six weeks before the wedding.

Finalize all details with caterer, photographer, florist, reception hall manager, musicians, etc.

Order wedding cake.

Finalize ceremony details with officiant.

Make rehearsal arrangements.

Plan rehearsal dinner.

Plan bridesmaids’ luncheon.

Make appointment with hairdresser.

Arrange accommodations for out-of-town attendants or guests.

Finalize honeymoon plans.

1 month before O O

(deposits should be paid, contracts signed).

and reserve the right sizes.

Check requirements for marriage license in your state.

Shop for wedding rings.

Start planning the honeymoon.

Begin shopping for accessories.

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bridal attendants’ dresses.

Have a formal bridal portrait done.

Complete all physical or dental appointments.

Get marriage license.

Make transportation arrangements for wedding day.

Purchase gifts for attendants.

Purchase gift for fiancé, if gifts are being exchanged.

Have the bridesmaids’ luncheon.

Purchase going-away outfit.

(write thank-you notes immediately instead of letting them pile up).

O Make sure you have all accessories, toasting goblets, ring pillow, garter, candles, etc.

O Select a responsible person to handle guest book and determine its location.

2 weeks before

O Attend to business and legal details.

Get necessary forms to change names on Social Security card, driver’s license, insurance and medical plans, bank accounts; make a will.

O Prepare wedding announcements to be sent to the newspaper.

O Reconfirm accommodations for out-of-town guests.

O Finish addressing announcements to be mailed on the wedding day.

1 week before

O Contact guests who have not responded.

O Give the final count to the caterer and review details.

O Go over final details with all professional O O O O O O O O O O O O O

services you have engaged. Inform them of any changes.

Give photographer the list of pictures you want.

Give all musicians the lists of music for the ceremony and reception.

Plan the seating arrangements.

Arrange for someone to assist with last-minute errands and to help you dress.

Practice having your hair done to make sure it comes out properly, and determine the time it will take.

Practice using any makeup in the same lighting you will have on the wedding date.

Keep up with your thank-you notes.

Pack your suitcase for the honeymoon if leaving immediately after wedding.

Make sure you have the marriage license.

Make sure you have the wedding rings and they fit.

Make sure all wedding attire is picked up and fits.

Have a rehearsal with all participants, reviewing their duties.

Attend rehearsal dinner party.

Stay calm and enjoy yourself.