Choosing a Great Wedding Favor
When choosing a wedding favor, make sure that it adds something to your wedding decor and that it is complimentary. Don't purchase favors just to purchase favors; make sure that these special little gifts to your guests have meaning and purpose.
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of Santa Barbara, California 93111 —
Jewish Wedding Theme idea
For a Jewish wedding the theme can be "Meet Me Under The Huppah".
Contributed by Jacqueline Ashley Events
of Murrieta, California — 951-260-8377
Questions Smart Brides Ask Before Hiring a Wedding Band
1) Do they play often? Any band worth your consideration plays frequently with few breaks. 2) Do they have a professional website? Check the band's website. They should have a site with an up-to-date show schedule. If their calendar is out of date, it could be a sign that they are not in demand or that they aren't organized.
Contributed by Mother Mayhem
of Sacramento, California — 916-595-7500
First Dance as Husband and Wife
Your first dance should reflect who you are as a couple and accommodate both the bride and groom’s taste in music. Keep the bride’s dress style in mind - it’s hard to swing dance in a five foot long train! Browse through iTunes and YouTube to identify music and dance steps you both think will be fun.
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of Newport Beach, California 92657 —
Makeup Tip for Brides
I highly suggest doing a trial run with your makeup artist before your wedding day. A trial will allow you to discuss your makeup needs and desires with your makeup artist prior to your big day, ensuring less stress on the day of your wedding and guaranteeing that you’ll get the look you want.
Contributed by Artistry by Briana
of Los Angeles, California — 702-677-6717
Lily Pollen on Your Wedding Dress!
If you've gotten pollen from lilies on your bridal gown, don't panic - and don't use your hand to brush it off! Adhesive strips and other things like that won't work, either. Use a chenille pipe cleaner - the old fashioned, fuzzy kind used for crafting. Brush very lightly and the pollen comes off.
Contributed by Desert Floral Importers
of Cathedral City, California — 760-321-6359
Avoiding Tanning Catastrophes
Some sunless tanning solutions can turn your skin orange so be sure to do your research. Schedule an appointment at least 2 weeks before your wedding date to see how the solution responds with your skin. The final spray tan should be 2 days before your wedding for the best tan.
Contributed by Elegant Spray Tan
of Ventura, California — 805-253-0277
Address to Impress
Use black ink to hand address your invitation envelopes. This will accent your writing and add dramatic flair to your envelopes.
Contributed by Flair 4 Words
of Auberry, California 93602 — 559-855-8589
The Most Important Part of Wedding Planning
Good quality premarital counseling has been shown to increase the chances of a successful marriage by 30%. Don't neglect the most important wedding planning item - planning for a successful marriage after the wedding.
Contributed by Weddings That Last
of Mission Viejo, California 92691 — 949-533-6095
Make your wedding vows you!
Think about ways to make your vows fit you and your relationship. After all, you have chosen to marry in front of family and friends. So, think about the promises you are making to each other. They don't have to be long or fancy, but they should be you!
Contributed by Ceremonies by Bethel
of San Diego, California — 619-302-3035
Sressed Out Wedding Planning
If you thought you could handle planning you own wedding, but discovered it's a lot of work and stress, know that you can hire a wedding planner at any time before the wedding. Many planners offer packages which include day-of coordination or other a la carte planning services.
Contributed by Infinity Weddings and Events
of Lake Elsinore, California — 951-764-8202
Wedding Insurance Warning
Some event liability policies do not include alcohol related incidents. You may need an additional liquor liability policy. Check to see if California law in your location stipulates that only a venue holding a liquor license will be covered. Always do your homework, read the fine print in your policy and wedding venue contracts to know what is covered.
Contributed by All Traditions
of San Luis Obispo, USA — 805-781-8660
Reason to Hire a Wedding Planner
Your wedding planner can bring the best ideas to the table. While the bride and groom are only in the "Wedding Zone" for a year or so, a wedding planner never leaves it. He or she is constantly exposed to all of the top wedding ideas and the most contemporary information.
Contributed by Designs for Less Events
of Riverside, California 92501 — 951-526-9793
Shake Up the Ceremony Timing!
It is not written in stone that your wedding ceremony has to take place between 10AM and 2PM. Consider a late afternoon or evening wedding. And, for the very unconventional, think about doing the photos before the ceremony, therefore, not making your guests wait around for the reception to begin.
Contributed by An Elegant Affair Events
of Modesto, California 95357 — 209-483-2008
