Wedding Tip of the Day

Tip of the Day: Vendors are the best sources of wedding freebies, so don’t try to cut them out to save money. For example, a professional photographer might throw in a free photo flipbook or engagement shoot when you book their wedding package. Getting your makeup done by a pro? Ask if they can give you free faux lashes to enhance your look.

Tip of the Day

Tip of the Day: Not seeing eye-to-eye with your groom lately? No matter how frustrated you feel, avoid the temptation to say, "But it's my day!" That implies that you're trying to outrank him. In the wise words of Maya Angelou, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Ring-bearer wedding tip

Getting married in the evening? Have your ring-bearer walk down the aisle holding a small lantern with safe LED light cubes inside (the best man can hold the rings).

Wedding Tips

Tip of the Day: Don't forget to ask about site usage fees when booking your ceremony and reception sites! Some venues (especially historic sites and museums) may charge over $1,000 just for using their gardens and grounds—and that's a conservative figure. They use these fees to help pay for their landscaping services, irrigation, property taxes and more. Some sites may even require you to purchase additional insurance on your wedding if you decide to get married there. These are all important fees that you will need to take into account when setting your ceremony/reception budget.

Wedding Tips For That First Dance

Tip of the Day: If you're interested in taking dance lessons, sign up about three months or even six weeks prior to the wedding, so that a pro can choreograph the perfect moves for your song choice. Even if you don't plan on enlisting the help of an instructor, it's still a good idea to practice dancing to your first song a couple of times before your big day, especially if you plan on doing a dip as part of your finale!

Wedding Tip of the Day

Tip of the Day: Lighting is extremely important for any wedding setting—some say it's just as important as your flowers. Different hues can evoke a specific mood for your event. For example, bright yellows and pinks make your room look bright and cheery during the daytime, while purples and blues give nighttime weddings a chic lounge atmosphere. You can also use lighting to make your venue look larger. Fun effects (like projecting designs onto the ceiling) can transform even the plainest ballroom into an ultra-luxe environment for your guests.

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Tip of the Day: Nothing is worse than making your guests wait a half hour or longer to get a cocktail. Prevent long lines for drinks by arranging for at least two full bars to be set up at your cocktail party and reception. Ask servers to hand out hors d’oeuvres so that guests get a treat while they wait. You could also have them walk down the line with a tray of different cocktail shooters for guests to choose from!

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Tip of the Day: We love this creative alternative to a traditional guest book!  Use your last name initial with a piece of wood or anything that your guests can sign. If you don't want to use the initial of your married name, have guests sign a seasonal-related cutout at your wedding. For example, a shell would be cute for a summer bash, while a snowflake would fit in perfectly for a winter celebration. Best of all, you'll have personalized, meaningful décor to display in your home after the wedding is over.