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Welcome ............................................................................................................... 4 Let’s Go Shopping - GUIDE ............................................................................... 5 Catering - LET’S EAT ......................................................................................... 6 My Bridal Planner - WEDDING ........................................................................... 8 The Perfect Place For Your Wedding ................................................................... 10 Honeymoons Take Planning Too ......................................................................... 15 Photographer - WORKSHEET ........................................................................... 16 Traditions Are Wedding Magic ............................................................................ 18 Groom & Attendants - ATTIRE ......................................................................... 27 Looking Your Best Without Blowing Your Budget ............................................... 28 Vintage Is Trend In Bridal Jewelry ....................................................................... 30 The Wedding Budget - PLANNER ..................................................................... 32 Finding The Perfect Wedding Favor .................................................................... 34 My Song List - DJ/MUSIC ................................................................................ 38 Wedding & Goom’s Cakes - OUR FAVORITES ................................................ 40 Who Pays For What? ........................................................................................... 42 Thanks to our Sponsors ...................................................................................... 45 Wedding Guide - CHECK LIST ........................................................................ 46
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museums. Casual weddings would do well on the beach EDDINGS or in a park. If exotic is what TAKE you are thinking of, perhaps a PLACE destination wedding would be EVERYWHERE THESE just your style. Visit your chosen DAYS. WINERIES, BEACHES, venue at the same time you are PARKS, HISTORIC HOMES, planning the wedding. You’ll see RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, what the venue looks like at GARDENS, MUSEUMS that time of day and season. If AND RESORTS ARE JUST A you choose to have your event FEW LOCATIONS BRIDES in a public space, check to see CHOOSE. if there are fees, permits and scheduling requirements. San Franciscans may choose a trolley venue. In New Orleans, How much can you spend? don’t be surprised to see a Your budget will play a big part wedding party rumble by in your wedding venue decision. on a historic streetcar. Many If the location of your dreams brides wouldn’t think of getting is more expensive than you married anyplace but her place planned, negotiate the price of worship. Regardless of or reduce other expenses. where you decide to tie the Sometimes just changing knot, these ideas will help you your day or date will reflect a plan and budget. significant savings. Does your wedding have a theme? If you have your heart set on a formal wedding and reception, consider your place of worship, hotels or
How many guests will you invite? Your guest list is critical in selecting a venue. If you are planning to have an event for 300, don’t book the romantic,
adorable chapel that only fits 50. The first question most venue representatives will ask you is “How many guests are you planning to invite?” Who is going to coordinate the event? The last thing you need on your wedding day is to worry about the details. Traditional wedding locations may supply an on-site event coordinator to keep track of everything and coordinate deliveries and services. If you choose an untraditional site or decide on a destination wedding, you may want to hire a wedding planner to provide these services. Does the location have all the amenities? Do you want a dance floor? Does the venue allow liquor and provide a bar? Is catering available and if not, is there a kitchen for outside caterers to use? Do you need to bring in already cooked food?
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borrowing happiness, something blue represents purity, love and fidelity, and the sixpence is for prosperity. Some brides combine objects, such as a borrowed, blue ribbon tied around her leg and dimes are often substituted for sixpence. A White Wedding Dress This is a fairly new tradition. Brides once wore their best dress, no matter what the color. Diverse colors went in and out of fashion. In 1840, Queen Victoria wore a white dress, not to represent purity and wealth as commonly thought, but because it was the cheapest fabric available - it didn’t need to be dyed. That did it! White and ivory dresses continue to be the most popular
wedding dress colors in America today. The Wedding Ring The wedding band is a traditional symbol of marriage. Wedding rings are mentioned in writings from ancient Egypt and early Roman times. The band is worn on the third finger of the left hand because both ancient Romans and Egyptians believed that a vein named vena amoris (love vein), ran directly from that finger into the heart. Bridesmaids & Groomsmen Every bride and groom wants their best friends and family members to be present when they say “I do.” These days your attendants are there to support you and wish you
well, but in Roman times, the bridesmaids dressed exactly like the bride to confuse evil spirits or enemies from kidnapping the bride. The groomsmen were on hand to abduct an unwilling Bride and drag her to the ceremony. The Wedding Kiss The phrase “you may now kiss the bride” typically signifies the couple is officially married and the ceremony is over. This tradition originated in Roman times when legal contracts were sealed with a kiss. Throwing Rice This tradition also goes back to Roman days when coins or seeds were tossed out to wish the newly married couple fertility.
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LOOKING YOUR BEST
WITHOUT BLOWING THE BUDGET
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MANY BRIDES EXPERIENCE STICKER SHOCK WHEN THEY GO DRESS SHOPPING FOR THE FIRST TIME. HOW CAN A DRESS YOU’LL ONLY WEAR ONCE COST SO MUCH? FORTUNATELY, YOU CAN LOOK FABULOUS AND FASHIONABLE WITHOUT GOING OVER YOUR BUDGET. consignment stores and which can be much less • Find deals online. local classified ads are expensive. Research bridal Look for overstock or excellent places to shop for outlet stores in your area. consignment web sites. • Borrow a dress. A friend a wedding dress. Check Ebay and Craigslist both or family member may carefully for stains, rips have wedding sections know of a “heirloom” dress and other damage before and there are other sites buying. available for you to use. dedicated to reselling • Make your dress. If you • Bridal store bargains. wedding dresses. Caution: sew, make your dress for Check out the clearance Before you buy, check the little more than the price of rack or opt for a white or return policy in case the ivory bridesmaid dress, the material. dress doesn’t meet your In all cases, a tailor can expectations. alter or customize your • Think inside the big gown or add an accessory. box. Many retailers carry A bow or sash around the inexpensive formal dresses waist, a new veil or a jacket in white or ivory. You may can create an entirely new be lucky enough to find look. Use your creativity! one on sale. No one has With a little ingenuity, that to know that your beautiful sensibly priced gown can dress isn’t a “wedding” dress. become your heirloom • Look for resell shops. dress for the ages. Thrift stores,
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VINTAGE Is Trend In Bridal Jewelry
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THE MIX OF CRYSTAL AND PEARL IS A SIGNATURE LOOK. Vintage remains a strong trend in bridal jewelry. Harking back to the adage that "everything old is new again," brides are favoring art deco, estate-inspired silhouettes when it comes to jewels.
al designs: florette bracelets, delicate drop earrings, vintage-inspired necklaces. These pretty pieces are perfect for the blushing bride and their versatility makes them ideal for the bridal party as well.
The mix of crystal and pearl is a signature look. It's a timeless combination fused into an array of brid-
The desire to look fabulous without spending a fortune has never been quite so high. Many brides
are choosing just one or two standout accessories, balancing a modern detail-oriented ceremony and reception with their minimalistic, classic ensemble. The beauty of this jewelry is that it's distinctive without being overwhelming. It can be worn alone and looks great layered.
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Attire Music Location fee ________________ Gown ______________________ Ceremony musicians _________ Officiant fee ________________ Headpiece/veil ______________ Band/DJ ___________________ Marriage license ____________ Undergarments/hosiery _______ Extra musicians _____________ Rings ____________________ Shoes _____________________ Miscellaneous _______________ Pillow ____________________ Accessories ________________ Total music: ________________ Miscellaneous ______________ Jewelry ____________________
Total ceremony: ___________ Makeup ____________________ Photography Hair _______________________ Photographer’s fees __________ Reception Nails ______________________ Videographer’s fees __________ Reception Site ______________ Tuxedo ____________________ Photo Pkg. fees _____________ Food _____________________ Shoes _____________________ Miscellaneous _______________ Drinks ____________________ Cuff links ___________________ Total photography: __________ Rentals ___________________ Men’s grooming _____________ Cake _____________________ Miscellaneous _______________ Gifts Favors ____________________ Total attire: ________________ Wedding party _______________ Miscellaneous ______________ Parents ____________________ Total reception: ____________ Transportation Other ______________________ Flowers
Limousines ________________
Total gifts:__________________
Buses/transport for guests _____
Ceremony _________________ Miscellaneous ______________ Bride’s bouquet _____________ Total transportation: __________ Bridesmaids’ bouquets _______ Stationery Corsages & boutonnieres _____ Invitations _________________
Reception centerpieces ______ Calligraphy ________________ Flower girl basket ___________ Postage __________________
Bathroom arrangements ______ Thank-you cards ____________ Ceremony _________________ Miscellaneous ______________
Miscellaneous ______________ Total stationery: ___________ Total flowers: ______________
Honeymoon Accommodations _____________ Food ______________________ Airline Tickets _______________ Cruise Line Fee _____________ Entertainment _______________ Excursions _________________ Souveniers _________________ Miscellaneous _______________ Total honeymoon: ___________
TOTAL BUDGET ______________________________
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Your guests will take one look at it and smile because it is so “you.” Something personalized with the date of your ceremony will be a lovely thank you.
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Six to Twelve Months Before __ Select a wedding date and time __ Make a preliminary budget. __ Reserve your ceremony and reception location. __ Determine who will officiate your ceremony. __ Determine the size of your guest list. __ Compile names and addresses of guests. __ Select attendants. __ Check catering facilities at the reception site. __ Select a caterer, if needed. __ Select a photographer and/or videographer. __ Select a florist. __ Select your dress and headpiece. __ Announce your engagement in the newspaper. __ Select bridesmaids’ dresses. __ Hire a limousine for the wedding day, if needed. Four Months Before __ Make final arrangements for the ceremony. __ Make sure all bridal attire is ordered. __ Have both mothers select their dresses. __ Create your bridal registry. __ Order invitations and personal stationery. __ Complete the guest lists. __ Select the men’s wedding attire. __ Check requirements for marriage license. __ Shop for wedding rings. __ Plan the honeymoon. Two Months Before __ Address invitations to be mailed 4 to 6 weeks before the wedding. __ Finalize all details with service personnel. __ Make rehearsal arrangements. __ Plan rehearsal dinner. __ Plan bridesmaids’ luncheon. __ Make appointments with hairdresser. __ Arrange hotels for out-of-town guests. __ Finalize honeymoon plans. One Month Before __ Have a final fitting for you and attendants. __ Have a formal bridal portrait done.
__ Purchase gifts for attendants. __ Have bridesmaids’ luncheon. __ Purchase going-away outfit. __ Keep a careful record of gifts received. __ Make sure you have all the accessories: ring pillow, garter, candles, etc. __ Select people to handle guest book. Two Weeks Before __ Attend to business and legal details __ Prepare wedding announcements to be sent to newspaper. One Week Before __ Contact guests who have not responded. __ Give final count to caterer and review details. __ Go over final details with all professionals. __ Give photographer the list of pictures to take. __ Give all musicians the list of music. __ Plan the seating arrangements. __ Keep up with the writing of thank-you notes. __ Pack your suitcase for your honeymoon. __ Make sure you have the wedding rings and that they fit. __ Make sure you have all wedding attire and that it fits. __ Have a rehearsal with all participants. __ Attend rehearsal dinner. The Wedding Day __ Be sure to eat something. __ Fix hair or have an appointment to have it done at least 3 to 4 hours before the ceremony. __ Make sure nails are done. Allow plenty of time to apply make-up. Have everything together. __ Start dressing an hour to an hour-and-ahalf before the ceremony. __ Have the music start 30 minutes before the ceremony. __ Have guests seated. Five minutes before the ceremony, have the groom’s parents seated. Immediately before the procession, the bride’s mother is seated.