Don’t make the same mistakes at your wedding as so many other brides and grooms. Every bride wants a fairytale...
By Chris Simeral Looking to save money on your wedding reception? Instead of relentlessly paring down your guest list or compromising...
The experts at California DJs know all the secret elements – and the “not-so-secret” ones too — to help you plan the ultimate wedding reception that’s perfectly you! Use these 10 essential elements to create the perfect day for you and your guests. 1. Generously Invite Writing the guest list”¦...
Your mother was married in the 70’s. Where is her guest book? It was most likely the traditional “guest book”...
Updated: November 25, 2017 One of the most expensive items in a wedding budget is food for the reception. It’s...
In today’s money-saving day and age, many couples who are planning for their wedding are looking for ways to save some money and do things on their own. Printing their own invitations or doing their own church decorating. Many of them are also looking for homemade wedding centerpieces ideas. Fortunately,...
Want to save some money or take DIY weddings to the next level? Consider catering your own wedding. You can...
Candy buffets or candy station as they are also know are a very popular item at wedding receptions these days,...
As exciting as it is to plan a wedding reception and then actually have the reception, when you are recalling it later, it often just seems like a huge blur. Even the best professional wedding photographers can only capture so many moments, and their focus is understandably going to...
Are you thinking about having a destination wedding in lively, romantic Italy? Or perhaps an Italian themed wedding? Italians have...
The importance of the wedding music for the introduction of the wedding party and the bride and groom themselves can sometimes be put on the back burner. The rest of the reception is about you, the happy couple, but the wedding party introductions are about all of you, the friends, family and neighbors. It is the celebration of your love and love itself.
How much wedding music is the right amount to choose in advance? This is a great conversation to have with your DJ or bandleader.
Simple: DJs are live humans beings that create and match the energy and mood of the crowd- iPods do not know what is happening and cannot adapt. If you want your wedding to have life and excitement: hire a DJ. If you are just looking for background/ambient music, maybe an iPod is fine.
If you’re like most couples planning a wedding, you want wedding reception entertainment that pleases you and your guests alike....
As much as things have changed in the last twenty-five years, it is still not always easy to plan a wedding with more than one cultural heritage to consider. Of course, there are the family issues that may come into play. But the good news is that the music can meet the needs of both cultures without losing the traditional songs and genres.
When my fiancee and I started looking for a wedding venue in PA, I thought it would be more difficult...
One of the main benefits of hiring wedding professionals instead of going DIY for your wedding is that wedding pros...
The days when your wedding entertainment “choices” were limited to band or DJ are long gone. One of the hottest trends today is expanding your wedding day entertainment to include special acts like wedding magicians and belly dancers. Since including elements of other cultures is another hot trend, belly dancers are...
I showed up to this wedding like every other wedding – one hour early with plenty of time to prepare...
By: Nora Foster Planning a wedding involves a number of decisions, but the biggest one you’ll face is deciding where...
The bouquet toss might provide the most excitement during the reception, but it can also provide some ladies with the most embarrassment of the night. For some, there can be nothing worse than being displayed as the lonely single woman in the middle of a room filled with loving couples...
Perhaps the best part of outdoor weddings is the opportunity to add your special touch. For example, something as simple...
You wedding first dance is important. You want your bride and groom first dance to be memorable and special. Here are some...
Planning a wedding is full of tough decisions. Deciding between a sit-down dinner and buffet could take weeks of stress and deliberation. However, assessing five important elements of the big day can make the decision as simple as saying, “I do.” The Budget If sticking to a tight budget is...
It’s your wedding so of course you can have your cake and eat it to. But what if you don’t...
This past Saturday I was DJ and MC for a wonderful young couple who planned an amazing outdoor wedding on...
The reception is usually the most anticipated part of the wedding celebrations. But if you are expected to deliver a wedding toast, it may be the most nerve-racking part of the day. Looking for some advice? Here are the top six rules for giving the perfect wedding toast and wowing...
Planning a menu for a wedding and choosing stations for cocktail hour can be a daunting task as it is. ...
It is very common for The Bride and Groom to have contrasting tastes in music. In our daily life, this...
Color theory can be a pretty large subject to cover and isn’t really necessary to determine what colors to use for your wedding. Although, a little color theory understanding couldn’t hurt! There are also several sites on the internet that can help with combining colors. When studying color theory, there...
Recently I met with a couple planning their wedding last minute. They were nice young professionals throwing their Church wedding...
No matter your wedding vision, you will at some point need to make decisions on the beverages you will serve your...
By: Nora Foster For a fraction of the cost of extra flowers or more decorations you can make a spectacular statement, add elegance and excitement, and create an atmosphere that is truly memorable just by using lights. Lighting can be used to highlight your flowers and other decorations, as well...
It’s the season for autumn weddings – I’m attending two of them this year, one for a lovely friend and...
Your mother was married in the 1970’s. Where is her guest book? It was most likely the traditional “book”...
Rustic Wedding Inspiration By: Nora Foster Rustic (or as many websites and blogs are now calling it “rustic chic”) weddings are still all the rage, particularly if you’re having your big event in a part of the country where barns, farms or covered bridges are a plenty. The theme is...
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Having trouble planning your wedding reception theme? No worries, we’re here to help with some great tips for choosing a...
When planning a wedding, a couple must select several wines to be served at the wedding, usually including at least...
In our business (tent and party rental) we’re reasonably priced, but we’re not the cheapest in our area. We get a fair amount of calls throughout the year that are simply price comparison calls—“Hi, can you tell me how much you charge for a 40×60 tent? Ok, thank you.” We...
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and that’s a pretty important time to have a proper wine picked. You might opt for...
On the blog that brings you the latest info on the hottest wedding trends and tips, we are proud...
Expenses, expenses. Planning a wedding can be so expensive – venue, band, limousines, invitations, hair stylist, flowers, photographer, dress, honeymoon, and countless other expenses – so it’s a good idea for the couple to do their research and determine where and how to save money. Sometimes, it’s not safe...
Hi Everyone, So here’s the scoop on what I have been up to since my engagement announcement and last month’s...
Last updated: October 10, 2020 Once the ceremony and cocktail hour are over, it’s time to really get the party...
Questions to Ask Yourself When Writing a Wedding Speech or Toast Wondering how to write a good wedding speech or toast? Start by asking yourself these simple questions and use the answers to begin to build your speech template. How long have you known the Bride and Groom? How did...
In recent years, there has been a trend towards “iPod weddings.” In other words, couples program their music to an...
MORE: Read our Ultimate Guide to Wedding Speeches & Toasts The basics of wedding toasting etiquette: The best wedding toasts...
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Summer officially begins on June 20th this year (for those of us in the northern hemisphere, anyway), and delightful summer details can already be seen popping up in weddings. Here are a few summer wedding trends you can expect to see at weddings this season and ways you can incorporate...
For the most part, attending a wedding is going through the same routine you’ve gone through at just about every...
Plum, Mango and Green Color Scheme – How I Put It All Together by Angie Zimmerman, the Wedding Flower Diva...