Wedding Ideas Blog
The First Dance
There is nothing that strikes fear in the heart of most grooms and some brides than the very thought of the first dance. All eyes are on the two of you alone in the middle of a big room. Since everyone has watched “Dancing With The Stars” expectations are pretty high. The truth is that…
Read ArticleChoosing A Unique Wedding Venue
There always seem to be venues in every city that brides gravitate toward. They are well publicized and everyone knows about them. The downside is that because they are so popular brides often have to change their wedding date or time in order to book that venue. But what if you cannot change your date…
Read ArticleA Smooth Wedding Day
Every couple wants to have a smooth, enjoyable wedding day but how do you keep the stress and bride/groomzilla away the day of the wedding. Start by meeting with your vendors before the wedding day to discuss when they will be arriving/delivering/setting up, if there are any conflicts try and resolve them before the wedding…
Read ArticleChoosing a Wedding and Reception Venue
Choosing a venue for your wedding and reception is not only an important decision, but it should be done as quickly as possible. Most venues can only accept one wedding per day or evening, and most weddings take place on Fridays and Saturdays. Holiday weekends may not be acceptable for some venues. Add to that…
Read ArticleFather Daughter Dance
“More than Just a Dance” One of the most poignant moments at a wedding reception can be the father daughter dance. In my final consultation with brides prior to their wedding, I often find some getting emotional when they describe sharing a dance with their dad. As the father of two girls, I know firsthand…
Read ArticleNo Children Allowed at Wedding Reception!
In order to avoid the possibility of kid related catastrophes, a bride and groom may wish to exclude children from their wedding and reception. If you are thinking about the option of an “Adults Only” wedding reception, its critically important that you consider the matter carefully and realize that some may indeed find this to…
Read Article20 Tips For a Successful Party at Your Wedding Reception
This is a very general statement but I suggest dancing to start no later than 9:30pm at a wedding. Any later than this and it will be hard to keep your guests amused. They will start to get bored and be less interested in dancing by this point. Some will leave early or maybe even…
Read ArticleFoods To Stay Away From At Your Wedding
Food is always one of the most thought about decisions in the wedding planning process, because a bride usually spends at least 30% of her budget on the food. It is to be expect a bride wants this investment to return a quality food. Interestingly, there is a stereotype that wedding food many times is…
Read ArticleWedding Cupcakes!
Cupcakes, cupcakes, cupcakes… Brides want them! With the evolution of “the cupcake” in full motion and so many options available, Brides are finding more and more ways to incorporate cupcakes into their special day. Cupcake creations have transformed from the former idea of the over sugared and under-thought-out dessert into divinely delicious, gourmet treats. With…
Read ArticleChoosing the Right Photo Booth Company for Your Wedding
Digital Photo Booths have quickly become the must-have item for weddings, birthday parties, bar and bat mitzvahs, quinceaneras, high school reunions, charities, expos and corporate events! Everyone from DJs, photographers, videographers, event coordinators, hotels and venues are all scrambling to find ways to incorporate this exciting and unique new concept into their own service offerings.…
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