http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride Sat, 31 Jul 2010 14:49:35 PST en-us http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/57321 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/57321 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:20:00 PST http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/49961 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/49961 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 06:26:00 PST http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/40119 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/40119 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:38:00 PST http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/39269 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/39269 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:38:00 PST I am so happy I finally did it! YAY FOR ME I had a ball doing it !!! Ladies the dress is my final decision by Ms. Elizabeth Fillmore http://www.elizabethfillmorebridal.com/ It's unique (jenesais quoi and chic ) My FH loves it sorry I just had to show him, now he can imagine me in it Dahlings. Did I say Platinum darling I dare not do white.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/39066 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/39066 Tue, 30 Dec 2008 10:18:00 PST http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/38512 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/38512 Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:36:00 PST Ladies i wish you and your future husbands and family a MERRY CHRISTMAS but lets keep it real without him we are nothing and HE (CHRIST) is everything. HAPPY HOLIDAYS is takng the reason for the season out of the equation. Merry Christmas Their is a free will I know but there will come a time when every tongue will confess and every knee will bow that he is LORD.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37819 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37819 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:05:00 PST By the way ladies this is another couple our photographer shot. I will pass the comments . God has blessed us with a gift of free photography for our Wedding all day!!! (but of course we are not free loaders and have to give her something) Our engagement photo's are $150.00 Annette is fab! she is just breaking into the the wedding industry here are a few of her engagement photos.... Go Annette you are awesome... Darn it what is this double downloading my pics. not being able to edit the pics but can see them! What is the issue WBC?]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37714 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37714 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:20:00 PST I was going for something not too matrimonial more chic and fashionista. Tell me what you think. dude this site keeps changing the color on my image it's the same apple green on my cd covers. I was going for Avante Garde]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37706 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37706 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 11:42:00 PST Yall thanks to Natalie of pink weddings I can put this on here tell me what you think.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37671 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37671 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:58:00 PST Hey my fellow ATL brides how is planning going? Is anyone else a DIY bride? Anyone doing a never before seen theme to their wedding?]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37666 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37666 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:35:00 PST So My close friends and family know I am a beauty fanatic, so makeup, spa treatements, victoria secret smell goods, dinnerware, as I love to cook and entertain. You name it thats what I like about being WOMAN LOL!!!!! So make sure your maids know you. It is a drag getting gifts that you can't use or don't appreciate. But ladies we should always be grateful for what we are given don't get a nasty attitude with people if you didn't inform them. Checklist - Starting To Plan When you're first starting to plan a bridal shower, it's very helpful to have a checklist to help organize thoughts and outline the various elements that comprise the event. Hosting The Event Determine who will plan and host the bridal shower. Traditionally, the maid of honor is the host of the party, and she plans the bridal shower together with the bride. If the shower is a surprise, then the maid of honor should work with the bride's close friends and family to plan the wedding. This is sometimes the case as well, when the maid of honor or bride are traveling in to attend the wedding. Paying For The Event The maid of honor and bridesmaids are traditionally responsible for the hostin the event. The bride's family may help by assisting with location and the invitations. It is important to determine the budget for the event early, as this will dictate everything from how many people are invited, to the location, food and entertainment. Select A Date Bridal showers are usually six to eight weeks before the wedding and often held on weekends to accomodate the schedules of most attendees. Confirm date options with the bride, bridesmaids and family members in advance of securing the location and sending out invitations. If many people will be attending or will have to travel in for the event, consider sending a quick "Save The Date" note. Guest List The wedding couple can be consulted about who to invite to the bridal shower, as well as close friends and family members. If it is a surprise bridal shower, check with a few of the bride's close friends in addition to her mother and the groom's mother to insure no one is left out. Request the name, address, phone number and email addresses of each contact. If many attendees are unfamiliar, a note about how they know the bride or groom will be helpful for the day of the shower. Theme And Decorations There are thousands of great ideas to form a bridal shower around. The most memorable events are personalized to the interests of the bride or the wedding couple. Think about the bride or the bride and groom and list their common interests, hobbies or things they will really need in their new life together. Incorporate the theme of the event into the decorations. Have decorations do double duty by having them be prizes for the games or take-away favors. Find A Location Select a location that will comfortably hold the number of attendees on your guest list. If you have a particular theme in mind, look for a location that will compliment the look and feel of the party. A location with a similar theme as the bridal shower may require less decorating, enabling some additional dollars to apply towards the food or entertainment. Sending Invitations Now that the date, time and location particulars are finalized and the theme for the bridal shower has been determined, it's time to select and send the invitations. It is always most proper to send a printed invitation with the details of the event and any notes about bridal registries or gift suggestions. If the event is more casual and among a very close group of friends, a phone call or email invitation could also be used. Request an RSVP and manage the response list to plan appropriately for food, favors and the location. Selecting The Menu The menu can reflect the theme of the shower. Take into account the time of the party, and plan to serve an appropriate amount and type of food to the guests. Plan for a variety of refreshements and have a few options available to accomodate guests that may have dietary restrictions. Hosting The Event Greet the guests as they arrive, introducing them to other attendees, assisting with presents or offering refreshments. Consider having nametags or making a game about learning how each guest knows the bride. When the majority of guests have arrived, call the group to attention and begin the party by introducing yourself and the wedding party and expressing your great joy in making this day special for the bride and her family and friends. Bridal Shower Games There are many bridal shower games to choose from, ranging from sweet to funny to side-splitting to raunchy. Choose the games that are the best fit for the bride and the theme of the event. Browse through the selection on Amazing Bridal Showers for ideas! Opening The Gifts If opening gifts at the bridal shower, designate a member of the bridal party to take notes on who gave what to make the Thank You notes organized and easy. Remember to save the ribbons for the rehearsal bouquet! Favors Sending guests home with a special favor to remind them of the happy event is a wonderful way to say thank you for attending. Thank You Notes Help the bride with the Thank You notes by pre-addressing the envelopes with the names and addresses of the guests. Ideally, Thank You notes should be sent out within two weeks of the bridal shower.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37662 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37662 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:03:00 PST So are you experiencing not knowing what to tell your Wedding Party Well ladies look no further here is a break down of what each person in your wedding party is to do. Maid of Honor/Matron of Honor: A Maid of Honor is single; a Matron of Honor is married. She must be at least 18 years of age which is the minimum age to sign a legal document. It is OK to have a male Maid/Matron of Honor. His title would then be "Honor Attendant." Provides emotional support for the bride. Coordinates the bridesmaids. Helps bride with shopping for her wedding gown. Helps bride choose bridesmaid's outfits and accessories. Assists bride and bridesmaids with making arrangements for fittings and accessories such as dying shoes, etc. Helps bride with other wedding tasks such as addressing invitations, recording wedding gifts, etc. Plans the bridal shower. Helps the bride and bridesmaids dress before the ceremony. Holds and hands the bride the groom's ring during the ceremony. During the ceremony, she stands next to the bride, adjusts the bride's veil and train, and holds the bride's flowers when needed. Serves as the legal witness of the marriage and signs the marriage certificate. Stands next to the groom in the receiving line. May offer a toast at the reception. Helps bride change into her going-away outfit and takes care of the wedding dress arranging for it to be put in storage or taken to a place of the bride's choosing. Helps to ensure that the honeymoon luggage is in the right place when the bride and groom leave for their honeymoon. Bridesmaids Run errands for the bride during the wedding planning process. Assist in making favors and decorating the reception hall. Assist in addressing invitations and announcements. Assist Maid of Honor with bridal shower. They pay for their attire. Bridesmaids participate in bridal shower. They attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. May assist in caring for the flower girl or ring bearer before the ceremony. They march down the aisle in the processional and may stand in the receiving line. Flower Girl: The flower girl walks down the aisle just before the bride carrying a basket of flowers to strew in front of the bride. This custom symbolizes a beautiful path ahead. Ring Bearer: The ring bearer walks down the aisle just before either the flower girl or the bride carrying a pillow with symbolic rings. Pages or Train Bearers: For a very formal wedding, they carry the train of the bride as she walks down the aisle. Candle Lighters: Usually children of either family who light the candles just before the mother-of-the-bride is seated. Best Man (if Male) -- Honor Attendant (if Female): The Best Man or Honor Attendant must be at least 18 years of age which is the minimum age to sign a legal document. Provides emotional support to the groom. Assists the bride's parents in arranging transportation for the wedding party. Assists with making hotel arrangements for the groom's family and out-of-town guests. Arranges the bachelor party/dinner. Coordinates the ushers/groomsmen. Offers the first toast at the rehearsal dinner. Helps the groom dress the day of the wedding. Drives the groom to the church. Carries the bride's ring and gives it to the groom during the ceremony. Serves as legal witness to the marriage and signs the marriage certificate. Also holds the clergy's fee. Either drives or rides along with the bride and groom and maid of honor from the church to the reception. Offers the first toast at the reception and reads congratulatory telegrams and messages. The best man sits at the bride's right at the head table at the reception. Dances with the bride and attendants. Confirms honeymoon travel arrangements the day before the wedding and insures that the groom has the tickets, etc. when the bride and groom leave for their honeymoon. He also loads the bride's and groom's luggage for their honeymoon in their car and assists with their get-a-way. Returns groom's and usher's rented clothing to rental facility. Ushers/Groomsmen Assist groom and best man with errands and bachelor party/dinner. Responsible for clothing rental. Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. The ushers should arrive at the church or wedding site at least one hour before the ceremony and escort guests to their seats, seating friends of the bride on the left and friends of the groom on the right. When ushering guests, the groomsman/usher should offer his/her right arm to a woman. The woman's male guest/escort should follow behind you. If a male guest arrives alone (without a female guest), he should walk on the usher/groomsman's right. Unless the male guest has a physical handicap, the usher does not offer his arm. Act as escorts to the bridesmaids. One or two of the ushers will escort the bride's mother and the groom's parents down the aisle at the beginning of the ceremony. Pull the runner into place as the bridal march begins and pull it back after the ceremony. Escort the bridesmaids at the end of the ceremony. Escort the bride and groom's family from the church after the ceremony, then return to direct the departure of guests from the pews. The Groom's parents are seated just prior to the mother of the bride at the ceremony. Be available to give guests directions to the reception. Provide bridesmaids with transportation from the church to the reception. Decorate the get-away car. Dance with the bridesmaids at the reception. The Bride's Parents: The mother of the bride helps guests who ask for gift ideas. Assists in making the guest list. May accompany the bride when shopping for her gown. Toasts the couple at the rehearsal dinner. The father of the bride escorts his daughter down the aisle and stands next to the mother of the bride in the receiving line. The mother of the bride is the last person to be seated before the ceremony and is the first in the receiving line. Dances with his daughter after her first dance with the groom. The Groom's Parents: Traditionally host the rehearsal dinner. They stand in the receiving line. Often pay for the liquor and bar service at the reception. Assign Duties: There are some things that need to be taken care of the days before and the day of the wedding that the bride and groom will need assistance with. These duties should be assigned to members of the bridal party, family members or special friends: Decorating the reception hall. Decorating cars. Check to be sure everything is running smoothly and they have what they need: Caterer DJ or band Photographer/videographer Host & Hostess: We received an inquiry from a visitor and share the information with our visitors: "My husband and I have been asked to serve as host and hostess at our friend's daughter's reception. What exactly are our responsibilities?" Our reply: (Of course this is not my post) We are not wedding experts - we just put together some pages for information while Rich and I were planning our own wedding. So our suggestions are just that...just suggestions! I think I might know what your friends are requesting, because Rich and I did the same thing for our reception. We asked friends of ours to be the "host & hostess" at the reception hall. They arrived at the reception hall well ahead of our guests in order to greet people as they arrived and to make sure that everything was going OK with the caterers, cake, etc. We also asked them to light the candles on the tables and check over the decorations - all the last minute things that we couldn't do ourselves because we were busy at the church. It really was helpful to have someone there to do that for us! We actually had four people do this - one couple got there really early (they missed the ceremony) and the other couple left for the reception hall immediately after the ceremony (they did not stay for pictures.) Because the bride and groom and family members will be busy all night with activities, someone needs to kind of "take charge" to insure things are moving smoothly. Also, if the DJ, caterer or anyone else has a question, they need to know who to go to. It's kinda hard to ask the father-of-the-bride a question when he's up on the dance floor for the father-daughter dance! The parents of the bride and groom will be busy all night talking to guests and with other activities - so they will need help with fielding questions and handling any last minute problems (like notifying someone that the ladies room is out of paper towels - or some little thing like that.) Suggestion! The one base we forgot to cover - asking someone to pour the champagne for the toast! That was the only thing that went wrong for our reception - when it came time for the toast, we were all scattering around looking for a wine bottle opener and pouring the champagne -- including Rich & I! It was a little embarrassing at the time, but now we laugh about it. If you need any more suggestions, please let us know! Enjoy the wedding! DJ or Reception Director should announce: The person giving the blessing The best man giving the toast The first bridal dance The father/daughter dance The mother/son dance The formal cake cutting The tossing of the bouquet and garter Happy Wedding Day WBC Brides]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37433 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/37433 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:46:00 PST Everyone I would like to introduce you to one of my very good friend's and MOH Elizabeth i will post more... (This is her and Baby Anthony her SON) he is not chubby anymore.. He is handsome isn't he. I will post the others as I get them.. So my FH took this with a camera phone.. But don't fret she will be here Friday so I can take a few pics... WBC I Introduce My Joy My baby (NaVauge) lol she has Blossomed in the last 8 months I will repost... she has been in california what a hard time this has been. Ladies well now here is my dear and crazy friend (life of the party ) ANDREA...She looks so cute huh no man she is a beautiful nubian lady. Andrea Go knights!!!]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36662 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36662 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:56:00 PST MOH Choice :1-3 Should she and my honorary maid of honor wear platinum with me or should they wear apple green with the other. My Honorary Maid of Honor- 4-5 , Bridesmaids Choices 6-8 Give your Opinion please!! I need the fashion show portion to pop]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36465 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36465 Sat, 06 Dec 2008 09:06:00 PST Ladies I am so ready to be married. But you know, I have to refer back to the serenity prayer when I get like this God Grant me patience for the things I CAN NOT CHANGE! So Yes ladies i have gone from a spring bride to a fall bride.... LOL I guess it's better cause I have family members that are in their hot flash stages. lol So I am almost done picking my wedding party the final selection should be up with pics. Lovely. I AM READY TO BE MARRIED ALREADY LOL.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36290 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36290 Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:58:00 PST My wedding colors are Apple Green and Platinum with accents of white. The only black will be on the groom and his groomsmen anyways. LOL My delimea is now trying to place this colors in the right perspective. on the table. I want something that says fashion any ideas? Okay well I will have to try to find it online but I took this with a camera phone. It's in weddingstyle magizine but it is hard to find on the site itself.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36231 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36231 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:29:00 PST Awesome now I can focus on the minor details of how to get entertainment for that night and decor. I decided no commentator ...]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36180 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36180 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:17:00 PST Dump the idea of paper invites and go multimedia? Video save the dates and Video wedding invitations. I am so disturb about this ladies please tell me what to do it is a fashion show themed wedding/reception.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36171 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36171 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:18:00 PST So I am trying to figure should I go this route or do my fabric covered pocket folds. I can save time but I want it all to pop. Another one here you are... And for you brides that want elegant and simple here you are. Enjoy!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqWKmsoij54]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36075 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36075 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:52:00 PST ***Bestmen: Clinton Brantley ***Reggie Sinclair Marc Dixion Terence Hill Jermaine Johns Demetris Kimbrough ***Ring Bearer Langston Brantley Wow we need more guys!]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36071 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36071 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:36:00 PST ***Jr Bride: Navauge Jackson (My Baby) we are one ***Matron of Honor: Elizabeth Rackcleff Bridesmaids : ***Portia Brantley ***Shetesia Sinclair ***Michelle Tremble ***Veronica tremble ***Andrea Stempien Ryan (My spiritual sister @ DMWC in GA) ***Flower Girl: Layla Brantley So I want to ask a friend to be a hostess cause I admire her organized personality (LYNN) and my future cousin in law Keisha Tremble ( but if anyone x's out she is first in line to be a bridesmaid... ladies nothing is set in stone except for those I have confirmed.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36068 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36068 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:02:00 PST This is a camera phone pic we took while messing around. We are College sweethearts. Now ladies this is my Bestfriend, My prince charming. he is so Awesome. I love him so much. He's more than my other half he is my better half. We keeping it Tall and Sexy]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36065 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36065 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:31:00 PST My honey has a fasination with Candy apples Wait lol We both do so our edible favor will be candy apples and maybe chocolate covered strawberries, a bottle of fine wine and no ladiies not arbor mist or 5.99 wines lol and last but least our favorite compulation of love songs.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36055 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36055 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:43:00 PST Okay so since one of my brides maid didn't like one of my dresses I decided #8 to post a few options. Mind you the dress will be platinum. Which dress should i do if you have any suggestions please do. I'm 5'10 in height 145-155 lbs Slender not skinny with hips Volumptious 36D Glamour and Couture]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36038 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36038 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:53:00 PST how can I get this look ? I know where to get the glass bowls the platform can it be made? Where are you ladies getting your flowers? Do you think Calla lillies or tulips would be better?]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36036 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36036 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:32:00 PST Wow I haven't tried Micheals or Hobby Lobby yet but these bowls are cheap. So I thought lol I need a 16" inch tall bowl lol no wonder. But just in case you need the others ..... Glass Candleholders Round Votive Holders 3" (case of 24) $33.60 ($1.40 each) 03791621407Retail: $71.66Price : $33.60 I'm trying to decide between 3" and 5" which are running 2.29 each now for 18 that would be $41.22 Lol I still have to figure out how to design the base in the pic. The Votive and Tealight Holders 2 Ring Halo Clear Glass (2.5") 24 ... $18.96 Darn it I just saw this new look I may try !!!]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36029 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/36029 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 05:50:00 PST Mike (AtlantaProductionResource.com) I love you darling you hooked me up with everything early this morning Stage Base 12ft wide 8ft in length Runway 16ft long 8ft wide and lighting oh my all for $510.00 not to mention screens for stage. I was depressed as hell last night about firing my perspective wedding planner. Ladies this is God giving me the go ahead to show the industry what I can do. (this is my future profession) So he hooked me up with some information I have to try to contact a Atlanta hotspot. But let me remind you It is still Holy God is all in this. We just choose to be unique with it.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/35996 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/35996 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:51:00 PST I am paying my planner $1250 which is a deal for her service. But do I need her. I have started without her . Yes I do because of the fashion show portion and I don't want to climb walls with vendors etc. She is much needed.... With a budget of $5000.00 Help]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/35974 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/35974 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:34:00 PST I had fun but could have really use some more items to play around with. But it was cool. I wonder if meezs has a bride section.]]> http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/35949 http://www.weddingbycolor.com/chicbride/milestones/35949 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:39:00 PST make my inspiration board?]]>