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Sanford Wedding Guide
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Sanford Wedding Guide
BY IZZY MENDEZ
Model: Angela Zirkle Wedding Dress Designer: Rolando Caballero Photo: Mastropieces Photography
Rolando Caballero is a Fashion Designer with 22 years of experience in haute couture. He was born in Venezuela, a country known for its beautiful participants in international beauty pageants. This has allowed him to dress representatives of important countries in Miss Universe pageants. Rolando said, "I had to close my atelier in Caracas, the capital of my country, and I hope to soon open my atelier in this beautiful city and fulfill my American dream with love and freedom! I am passionate about weddings and beautiful bridal gowns and, I love to create, and that is one of my specialties. This gown that I am presenting in this special edition of the Sanford Wedding Guide has inspired me in a romantic style with flowers, and a corset that helps to enhance the silhouette in a more feminine and delicate way." Rolando Caballero Diseñador de modas con 22 años de experiencia en alta costura. Nació en Venezuela, un país conocido por sus hermosas participantes en concursos de belleza internacionales. Esto le ha permitido vestir a representantes de importantes países en Miss Universo.
"Tuve que cerrar mi atelier en Caracas, la capital de mi país, y espero pronto abrir mi atelier en esta hermosa ciudad y cumplir mi sueño americano con amor y libertad!. Soy un apasionado de las bodas y sus hermosos vestidos, me encanta crear, y esa es una de mis especialidades. Este vestido que presento en esta edición especial de la Guía de bodas de Sanford, me inspiré en un estilo romántico con flores y corsé que ayuda a realzar la silueta de una manera más femenina y delicada.”
Location: Venue 1902 Hair & Makeup: Beauty Bella Glam Flowers: Sanford Floral Marketing You’re planning a wedding—congrats! You are now in charge of one of the largest group projects you have ever been assigned. But don’t worry! You already have the perfect partner, and now this guide is going to help you decide on the details.
Downtown Sanford is the perfect location for any couple looking for that elegant yet simple, special yet classic, look. It may be overwhelming when trying to figure out all these details, but making decisions little by little is the best way to make sure your stress is limited. Every part of this process should be an enjoyable experience that brings you excitement and happiness. Granted, sometimes things are out of your control, and that’s okay! We are here to help you with some tips to make that special day full of love and laughter and to achieve your happily ever after.
1. Remember: There is no right or wrong in wedding planning
The hardest thing to remember when planning a wedding is that nothing is required—except maybe a ceremony and some food for your guests (we don’t want anyone to be hangry!). Everything else that seems “the norm” is completely up to you. Consider sitting down with your partner and creating a list of the top three elements that are most important to you. This will help when deciding what part of your budget to spend on what. Is it florals? photography? venue? Deciding on these elements together will help when navigating your finances.
2. Communication is key
Weddings can put financial stress on a couple, but it doesn’t have to. Just because things are expensive does not always make them better. Communicating and setting a budget with your partner is key to helping this process go smoothly. No longer are there wedding rules for who pays for what. Decide how much you would like to spend with your partner, and if family members decide to contribute, ask what they would like to see the money go toward.
3. Don’t be afraid to ask for help
Projects such as choosing invitations, favors, venue, etc., or any DIY projects typically take a lot of time, and family or any bridal party member who live near you may be willing to help. You can save time and money by doing some elements yourself. For example, you can find centerpiece inspiration on sites such as Pinterest and easy DIY instructions. Break out the wine and a charcuterie board and make the night fun!
In this edition of My Sanford Magazine, you will find businesses that can help you organize your wedding within your budget. They will work with you to make sure that your wedding day will not decimate your bank account.
Making the major decisions such as guest count, location, and date should be tackled first. Having a general idea of each of these choices will be an enormous help when looking for a venue. If you are trying to be budget conscious, consider picking a time of year where it is off-peak season in your location of choice—for example, summer in Florida is a time when venues are typically less expensive. Venue 1902 in Downtown Sanford is the perfect place to help you create your dream wedding day. Their style can range from a classic, intimate ceremony to an elegant and glamorous reception with customizable packages to help create a day beyond your expectations.
5. Pick your people
Once you have the major decisions made, you can then move on to deciding on key people who will be there to help make your day special. Getting quotes and information from different vendors, such as dress designers or wedding stores, hair stylists and makeup artists, floral shops, DJs, or a live band, is a great way to compare pricing and services. Our best advice? Stalk them! Look at their social-media platforms to get real-time reviews and photos of their work and see what works for you. Look for local places that offer personal services for brides. Being able to do a trial run is very important, so you can talk specifics with your vendors about any services or looks you want.
Downtown Sanford is a perfect backdrop for your wedding, where you can create intimate ceremonies with receptions at a local restaurants, or pick a larger venue for your guests to dance the night away. Its streets and charming historic buildings allow you to celebrate a dream wedding. Can you imagine what it would be like to ride around the city in a golf cart wearing your wedding dress? Can you imagine what it would be like to enjoy the day with your guests aboard a ship?
Whatever you choose, you will have a special day to remember always. n
Izzy Mendez, her husband James and their dog Charlie moved to Sanford in 2017 and fell in love with it the moment they walked down the beautiful streets of downtown. She currently works in the event industry and at a fitness studio after retiring from dancing professionally with Orlando Ballet, but loves to spend time exploring new places to eat, drink, and have fun with loved ones and share adventures with all of you! Follow along on Instagram (theizzymcknight) for the latest and greatest that Sanford has to offer!
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