Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Wedding Theme: Romantic

Romantic weddings lend themselves to smaller, more intimate ceremonies, and reception celebrations, rather than large gatherings. However, isn't to say that you can't have a "romantic wedding" with 200+ guests - but beware that you may lose some of the "romance" in the process of trying to plan an event with some many people in attendance.

So, what constitutes romance? Some ideas are, red or pink hearts, soft, delicate flowers; candles, champagne, and wine; pearls, large bows, chiffon and organza materials; romantic music.

Romantic themes also lend themselves well to the seasons, (spring, summer, fall and winter) as well as holidays, such as Valentine's Day. Specific historical eras, such as Victorian weddings, are incredibly romantic.

As you can see, there are many variations that can be created to work with romance. How about a "Love Wedding", where you can use the words of love in different languages?

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Example Wedding Day Checklist

Initial Planning
Pick a Wedding Date and Time
Look for Ceremony/Reception Location
Reserve Ceremony/Reception Location

The People
Start Planning Guest List
Choose Wedding Party members
Research accommodations for guests
Create Guest List

Paper Products
Make/Print Save-The-Date Cards
Send out Save-The-Date Cards
Choose/Make Invitations
Buy stamps for invitations
Mail invitations
Create “Day of” Timeline
Make/Print Wedding Ceremony Programs
Make/Print Reception Program/Menu
Make/Print placecards and tablecards for Reception
Make/Print Drink Menu
Make/Print OOT notes
Make/Print Bathroom notes
Make/Print Tears of Joy Packets
Make/Print labels for candy at the candy bar
Order/Purchase Thank You Cards

The Ceremony
Reserve Florist
Reserve Photographer
Reserve Videographer
Reserve Minister/Officiate
Choose/Order Wedding Rings
Apply for marriage license
Select Music for Ceremony
Order/Purchase/Make flower girl basket
Order/Purchase Make Ring Bearer Box
Order/Purchase Sand Ceremony items
Assemble bubbles for after ceremony
Purchase/Make something for "In Memory Of..."
Order aisle runner

The Reception
Order Cake From Reception Hall
Order/Purchase Cake Server & Knife Set
Order/Purchase Toasting Flutes
Select Music for Reception
Choose Centerpieces/Decorations
Buy/ Make Guest book
Buy/Make “AWG” Letters for cake table
Order/Purchase Votives/Holders for tables
Order/Purchase “Silk” rose petals
Purchase/Make Card box

The Look
Make-up Trial
Make Hair, Makeup, Nail Appointment(s)
Choose Bridal Gown
Order/Purchase Bridal Gown
Gown Alterations/Cleaning
Choose BM Dresses
Order/Purchase BM dresses
Choose/Purchase BM shoes/jewelry, etc
Order/Purchase BM shoes/jewelry, etc
Choose Tuxedo/Suit
Order/ Fit Tuxedo/Suit
Order/Purchase Wedding Jewelry
Buy/Make wedding Veil
Order/Purchase Undergarments for wedding day
Order/Purchase Wedding shoes
Order/Purchase Tiara/Headpiece

The Gifts
Choose Favors
Make Favor Supplies
Choose BM Gifts
Order/Purchase/Make BM Gifts
Choose FI’s Wedding Gift
Order/Purchase FI’s Wedding Gift
Purchase parents gifts
Assemble OOT Gift Bags
Purchase bowls for Candy Buffet
Purchase candy for Candy Buffet

The Afterparty
Order/Purchase Wedding Night attire
Pick a Honeymoon

Extras
Purchase Items for Wedding Day Emergency Kit
Purchase "soon to be" or "Mrs.______" tank/Hoodie/t-shirt