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Tips on receiving your guests

It is always good to receive your guests on your wedding day. However, you must keep a tab on the time. Practically, you must give 30 minutes for every 100 people in the line.

Once you are familiar with the basic idea of what a receiving line is all about, you will be able to handle it better. You can form the receiving line either in the vestibule right after the ceremony or at the entrance to the reception area. Once everybody in the line is in position, then you start receiving. Keep the greetings precise but sincere. If you find tome, it is always better to review the guest list before hand. You must introduce your relatives and friends to your spouse and vice versa. If the line is exceptionally long, then you can include some pleasant music to make the wait lively. You can also ask the waiter to serve hors d’oeuvres and champagne. Try and be as friendly as you can. If by chance you forget the name of any person or are having some problem pronouncing the name, it is better to stick to general comments not involving the name. You will not want to get embarrassed on your wedding day for sure.

Posted on August 13, 2008

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Beat Wedding Blues

It is natural for all of us to be a bit nervous before our wedding. But that does not give you any license to call off the wedding or run away from it. Planning a wedding can be really stressful at times.

But that does not mean that you are stressed about the marriage. Learn to distinguish both kinds of stresses. You might have petty grievances with your partner about how disorganized he is or how casual his outlook towards life is. But that is not a reason for you to call off your wedding. It is important that both of you talk to each other and resolve any petty grievances you have. The transition from in a wedding brings with it mixed feelings. It brings uncertainty as well as excitement. There is no reason for you to be scared of these feelings and run. This is a natural phase in all our lives. Enjoy it to the hilt. If you have any doubt in your mind regarding anything, it is better to clarify now instead of arriving at the altar with reservations. If you feel that you are not too sure to go ahead with the wedding, then postpone the wedding instead of cancelling it outright.

Posted on August 11, 2008

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Handy Wedding Day Tips

Your wedding day is a day where everything should be perfect. But you will never stop worrying lest something goes wrong at the last moment. Isn’t it? Here are some tips that will help you get plan things in a way that you stay free of worries.

•    The most important task is to choose the date and venue and the budget. Once that is done, half your worries are over. Make sure you stick to the budget.
•    Book the venue in advance.
•    Make sure your dress, shoes and other accessories are chosen much before hand.
•    See to it that your guest list is prepared before hand and revise it thoroughly to ensure that nobody has been missed out.
•    Get the music and the photographer organized with care. Make sure that they arrive before hand.
•    The flowers for the bride’s bouquet must match the bridal gown.
•    Practice our vows in front of the mirror so that you do not falter on the D day.
•    You must choose the menu with proper care much in advance. You have to take into consideration all your guests. It is most important for you to be happy and relaxed on your special day

Posted on August 09, 2008

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Facilities at your wedding

If you have high profile guests attending your wedding, then you might want to depute security guards at your wedding. These guards screen the guest as per the pre prescribed guest list.

They make sure that there are no gate crashers. Hiring security guards is the best way to keep a control on your guest list. It really looks bad if you have to patrol up and down to screen guests, in your wedding attire. It is better to approach the company before hand so that you can be relaxed on that aspect at least. If you have many guests arriving, you might also want to have a valet parking option available. This will ensure that your guests do not park miles away from the venue and then walk. They can simply get down at the venue and hand over the keys to the valet. The rest will be taken care of the valet. They will park the car and then get them back when the wedding is over. Another important facility available at your wedding should be a good cleaning service. It must include everything from vacuuming, window treatments, cleaning up spills, furniture polish and others. You can check the yellow pages for details on companies providing these services.

Posted on August 03, 2008

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The Wedding Registry could be useful

The sooner you create your wedding registry, the better it is for you. It makes it easier for your guests to plan on what they would like to give you. You must carefully choose your gifts.

The entire idea is that your gifts must be useful to you. You would need to take a stock of the things that you already have first. Only then, you must register. There is no point of getting something that you already have. Before choosing a store, you must research a lot. Find out which place has a good stock and which ones give you better deals. There is no hard and fast rule that you must have only one store. You can choose two or more if you find the stock good. Once you have decided on the store you need to ask them to assign an expert to help you register. Some stores allow you register yourself with the help of a handheld scanner. Make sure you have gifts with a wide pricing mix. Not everybody will be able to afford expensive gifts. Also you must check whether the guests will have to pay extra for shipping or not. Once you register yourself, you will need to let your guests know that. It may be a little embarrassing though. You can include the information in your invitations or even the bridal shower invitation.

Posted on July 25, 2008

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Affordable Wedding Accessories

Not everyone would like to spend a bomb on wedding accessories. They might not be able to afford it. Some may feel that they would rather invest the sum towards their honeymoon or maybe in a new house or a car. There is no reason to feel sad. There are plenty of cheap accessories that look equally good. You can take advantage of that.

For instance, you really don’t need to pin expensive flowers on every chair during your wedding. It sure does look nice, but six months from now, nobody will even remember this. You can even create your own placards as pew makers. You will definitely need to invent in supplies if you want to make your own accessories. But it will be a lot cheaper than buying ready made ones. Also, you can customize it as you want. You can even borrow your sister’s or mother’s veil. At times families have veils come down for a generation. If you really want to save money, you need to do a thorough homework. There are lot of offline and online choices. Just make sure that you compare thr rates with various vendors before you choose any one.

Posted on July 17, 2008

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Learn to relax and feel rejuvenated

A bride has a lot of planning and other work to do before her wedding. They want everything to be perfect – starting from the flowers to food to decorations.

So they really work very hard to get everything right. But again, they would want to look their best on the wedding day. So it is very important that you take your time out and relax before your special day, if you really want to look good. Here are a few tips on how to rejuvenate before your wedding day. •    Decide on your make up and hairdo at least two weeks before your wedding day. If possible try and do a rehearsal before hand so that you are not in for any kind of surprises on the D day.
•    Eat well and take a short nap before the ceremony starts. That way you will feel relaxed and rested.
•    Get a facial and spa done. You must pamper yourself to the core. After all it is your special day.
•    Go in for a pedicure and manicure a couple of days prior to the wedding.
•    Do not take any stress.
•    Try and sleep as much as you can to avoid dark circles below your eyes. Be happy all the time. I am sure it would not be too difficult as it would come naturally.

Posted on July 09, 2008

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Choosing Your Wedding Music

The ceremony music is the music that is played during the ceremony it includes the prelude, processional, recessional and postlude.

Prelude music – It is played before the ceremony starts and while all the guests are comfortably seated.
Processional music – It is played just when the wedding party enters the place. Ceremony music – It is played when the ceremony takes place. Recessional music – It is played as and when the wedding party leaves the place. Postlude music – It is played when the guests start leaving the place. Before you actually sit down to decide which music should play when, it is necessary that you check out the policies of the venue pertaining to the music and the available instruments. If nothing is mentioned, then it is better to call up and ask. You can hire a band or you can also consider a friend and relative to sing for you. The music you play for your wedding helps set the atmosphere for your wedding and thus, needs to be planned with care. You can hire a DJ directly. This way, you will be able to save some money. If you have higher budget, then you can hire the services of an entertainment agency.

Posted on July 08, 2008

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Wedding Planning Tips

Your wedding is one of the most important and biggest events in your life. You will surely want it to go glitch free. For that you would need proper planning days ahead of the D day.

Here are some tips: •    Spending a lot of money doe not necessarily mean that you will have a fabulous wedding. So prepare a proper budget and follow it.
•    Plan a lot and document the entire plan the moment you think about it. You might be in the midst of an important meeting when something comes to your mind. Carry a notebook with you so that you can jot it down before you forget.
•    Try and get a good deal from your florists, caterers, bakery, photographer and others. Get everything in writing from your vendor.
•    Take the weather into consideration in your plan.
•    Involve your would be spouse in the plan too so that he or she is equally responsible.
•    Get as much help as you can get. Planning a wedding is a massive task and you will surely not want to be exhausted before your special day. Do not assume anything. Do not keep anything for the last day. Get all loose ends tied up so that you can enjoy on the D day.

Posted on July 05, 2008

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Look Beautiful On Your Wedding

Looking good on your wedding day is not just something that you can achieve overnight. You have to start off at least a couple of months before the D Day. You need to invest in a good skin care program months before.

You need to take proper care of your skin and health. If you are fresh from inside, then the glow will definitely emanate from within. You must take care of your diet and have a healthy lifestyle. A day before the wedding, it is necessary that you go for a spa, facial, massage, pedicure, manicure and maybe a little trim to keep your tresses in shape. On your special day have a good relaxing bath. You must eat at least a small meal on that day to ensure that you do not faint at the altar. You can get your makeup and hair done a couple of hours before the ceremony. Your nails must be in proper shape and nicely polished. You would definitely not want to have chipped nails with uneven nail polish applied all over on that day. Your makeup should go with your gown. It should not be totally out of context. You may want to apply a lipstick that will last you longer. One tip is that you can apply some foundation before applying lipstick.

Posted on June 27, 2008

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Choosing Gifts For The Groom’s Men And The Bride’s Maids

When you shop for gifts for your bridesmaids, make sure to see whether they match with the theme of the wedding or not. You can choose from a variety of gifts like scarves and jewelry and accessories.

You can get small purses or beaded breeches designed for them with their initials on it. Or you can give them crystal showpieces that will remind them of your wedding. It is better to personalize every gift so that they have a sentimental value attached. After all, your bridesmaids are your treasured friends. They deserve some personalized attention. Now comes the gifts for the groom’s men. It is always difficult to shop for men than for women. You can opt for perfumes or tie pins or wallets with their initials on. If you are a good cook, you can even think of whipping up something like a cake or some pasta or anything that you wish to. Again, the groom’s men are your close pals and thus they deserve something special. You can even take them out for a drink, maybe a pre bachelor party kind. Also there is no need to splurge on the gifts. Try and stay within the pre determined budget.

Posted on June 24, 2008

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Get the best wedding photographs

Wedding photographs are something that can be cherished throughout your life. You can even show your grandchildren your wedding photographs.

Thus, it is necessary that you hire a good photographer who will not compromise on quality. These are the photographs that need to be preserved for life. If the print quality is bad, you will regret later. You might want to explain to your photographer what are the things and moments you would want to capture. Make sure you hire a professional. You will need to see a few samples of his work before you decide to finalize one. If you want him to capture any special moments along with the key wedding moments, then give him a brief before hand. There are so many special moments in a wedding between the bride, the groom and their family. The more observant your photographer is, the better for you. You will be busy on your special day. You cannot give instructions on that day. So it is better that you give a brief before hand. If required, you can also jot it down in pen and paper and hand it over. Your photographer may be a professional but its your wedding and you call the shots

Posted on June 22, 2008

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