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04/17/2010
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Signature Drink Ideas
I'm sure there's questions on here already with this, but I was wondering if you could answer anyways ...

What are some good blue signature drink recipes?

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Also, here are some fun signature drink names (stolen from "The Modern Bride Survival Guide" by Antonia Van Der Meer)

- Altar-ed State
- Blushing Bride
- By My Cider
- Cloud-Nine Cocktail
- Diamond-Ring Sling
- Electric-Slide Special
- Eternitini
- First-Kiss Fizz
- Groom's Gimlet
- Honeymoon Helper
- "I Do" Daiquiri
- Maidarita
- Rosy Future
- Tie-the-Knot Shot
- Tuxedo-politan
- True Blue
- Veil Ale
- Wedding Bell-ini
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03/16/2010
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Candy/Dessert Bar Reception
So I've heard that with candy bars, the formula is (G * 3) / 16 = lbs (guests times 3 divided by 16 equals the amount of candy you need) ... I have a couple questions:

1) Is the amount in pounds the amount per type of candy, or the amount in total of how much candy you need?

2) Is there a different formula for a dessert bar reception (basically, I'm thinking of having just desserts ... no buffet or seated meals or whatever)?

3) What are some suggestions for a dessert bar (suggestions for desserts, candies, and/or drinks)?
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01/26/2010
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I have a few wedding books, and they all pretty much say the same thing when it comes to wedding budget:

Reception = 50%
Music = 10%
Flowers/Decorations = 10%
Photography/Videography = 10%
Attire/Beauty = 10%
Other* = 10%

I'm not anywhere close to this, and I'm fine with that, budgets are made to fit to your needs ... so basically my question is just this: what's your budget like (percentage-wise)?


* = Ceremony, Stationary, Transportation, and Gifts
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11/08/2009
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For the Groom:

Moi, [groom's name], je te prend, [bride's name],
pour être mon épouse,
pour avoir et tenir de ce jour vers l'avant,
pour meilleur ou pour le pire,
pour la prospérité et la pauvreté,
dans la maladie et dans la santé,
pour aimer et chérir;
jusqu'à la mort nous sépare.

I, (groom's name), take you, (bride's name),
to be my wife,
to have and to hold from this day forward,
for better or for worse,
for richer, for poorer,
in sickness and in health,
to love and to cherish;
till death separates us.

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For the Bride:

Moi, [bride's name], je te prend, [groom's name],
pour être mon mari,
pour avoir et tenir de ce jour vers l'avant,
pour meilleur ou pour le pire,
pour la prospérité et la pauvreté,
dans la maladie et dans la santé,
pour aimer et chérir;
jusqu'à la mort nous sépare.

I, (bride's name), take you, (groom's name),
to be my husband,
to have and to hold from this day forward,
for better or for worse,
for richer, for poorer,
in sickness and in health,
to love and to cherish;
till death separates us.
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08/05/2009
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88 Must-Take Wedding Photos
GETTING READY

•Bride's dress on the hanger or over a chair
•Close-up of bride's shoes
•Close-up of bride's bouquet
•Bride in curlers or having makeup applied
•Bridesmaids applying their makeup
•Bride putting on garter
•Mom and/or bridesmaids helping the bride arrange her dress, bustle the train, etc.
•Close-up of dress details
•Bride together with bridesmaids
•Bride hugging mom
•Flower girl(s) ready to go
•Mom or bridesmaids putting finishing touches on bride, adding the veil, etc.
•Bride spending moment alone, thinking quietly, praying or looking out the window
•Full-length shot of bride all dressed and ready to go
•Groom putting on tie
•Groom with groomsmen
•Ring bearer ready to go
•Groom with dad, hugging or whispering advice
•Bride and groom separately getting in the car, limo or cab

CEREMONY

•Groom looking out the window, waiting for the bride to arrive
•Car arriving with bride
•Bride stepping out of the car
•Wide shot of ceremony space from the back
•Guests arriving (especially if they're using special transportation like a shuttle bus, boat or even escalator)
•Ushers helping grandparents and special guests to their seats
•Front and back shots of flower girl/ring bearer walking down the aisle
•Close up of details (guest book, pew decorations, etc.)
•Groom and groomsmen waiting nervously for bride to walk down aisle
•Guests sitting down, waiting for ceremony to start
•Bridesmaids walking down the aisle
•Wedding party standing at the altar
•Bride just before walking down the aisle
•Back shot of bride (and escort) beginning to walk down the aisle
•Full-frontal shot of bride (and escort) walking down the aisle
•Close-up of groom's face when he sees bride for the first time (this can be done earlier, if photos are done before the ceremony)
•Back shot of bride and groom together at the altar with officiant between them
•Shot focusing on bridesmaids' bouquets, lined up as they hold them at the altar
•Close-up of each hand as the rings are exchanged
•Close-up of bride's face, as seen over the groom's shoulder
•Close-up of groom's face, as seen over the bride's shoulder
•Shot of both sets of parents' faces as they witness ceremony
•The kiss
•Happy couple walking back down the aisle together, as married couple
•Guests getting ready to shower the couple with well wishes (and bubbles, birdseed, etc.) as they leave
•Bride and groom walking out of ceremony space, hand-in-hand

BEFORE THE RECEPTION ? During the cocktail hour (These can be taken before the ceremony)

•Full shot of bride and groom together, smiling
•Full shot of bride and groom hugging
•Full shot of bride and groom kissing
•Bride being lifted or carried by groom or sitting on groom's lap
•Close-up of couples' faces as bride is lifted, carried or sitting on groom's lap
•Bride with her parents
•Groom with his parents
•Bride with groom's parents
•Groom with bride's parents
•Bride with bridesmaids
•Groom with groomsmen
•Bride with groomsmen
•Group shot of bride, groom, family and wedding party
•Groom leaning up against a wall with bride in front of him, kissing
•Bride and groom walking toward the camera, holding hands
•Bride and groom walking away from camera, holding hands
•Bride and groom looking off in the same direction together

RECEPTION

•Close-up of details (place settings, name cards, etc.)
•Close-up of centerpieces
•Wide shot of entire room before everyone arrives, even better if taken from above
•Any special moments during the receiving line process
•Bride and groom's first dance
•Groom dipping bride
•Bride dancing with her dad -- close-up of her face as seen over his shoulder
•Groom dancing with his mom
•Close-up of cake
•Bride showing her new ring to the guests
•Bride and groom hugging guests, close-ups of faces
•Best man (or other guests) making a toast to the couple
•Bride and groom's faces as they listen to the toast(s)
•Guests smiling and clapping
•Guests dancing and cutting loose on the dance floor. (Tip: Ask for a slow shutter speed to get a blurry/focused effect)
•Wide shot of entire room after guests arrive, even better if taken from above
•Close-ups of guests' faces, laughing and having a great time -- lots of these
•Groups of friends sitting together at their table or dancing
•Bride and groom whispering to each other
•Parents (or even better, grandparents) dancing
•Kids dancing or playing around
•Close-up of band or DJ
•Bride and groom cutting the cake
•Bride and groom feeding each other
•Bride and groom in back seat of getaway car
•Back of car as it drives away
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07/15/2009
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15 Must-Ask Questions for Wedding Officiants
1. Will you marry us if we are of different faiths?

2. Will you marry us if one or both of us have been divorced?

3. Will you officiate our ceremony if we are not current members of your church?

4. Do you charge a fee? Or is the fee a donation to the church?

5. Do you require premarital or religious classes? What are those requirements?

6. Would you allow another officiant to take part in the ceremony?

7. Can we personalize our ceremony by writing our own vows or selecting specific readings or music?

8. Can we choose non-religious readings or music?

9. Will you give a sermon during the ceremony? If so, can we have some input?

10. Should we bring you the marriage license before the wedding date? Will you mail it to the state for us?

11. When will the rehearsal be held?

12. Would you like to come to the wedding reception with your spouse?

Will you play any role in the ceremony -- give a blessing or prayer before the meal?

13. Are there any restrictions as to our attire, or our bridal party's attire?

14. Is flash photography allowed during the ceremony?

15. Will you wear a mic if the videographer requires one to capture the ceremony?
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07/15/2009
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25 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Wedding Location
1. What is their payment schedule (deposit, balance, etc.)?

2. When do I need to give them my final head count?

3. Do I have to rent tables, linens and chairs, or are those included in the cost?

4. What is the fee for renting the space?

5. Is there an overtime charge?

6. How many parties will be held on the day of my wedding? Will there be other parties at the same time as my wedding?

7. Do they have a liquor license?

8. Can I bring in my own liquor? Is there a corkage fee?

9. Do they have coat check facilities?

10. Do they offer valet parking? What is the fee for valet parking?

11. Does the venue have an in-house caterer, or can I bring in my own?

12. Is there a bridal suite for the bride and groom to get dressed?

13. Is there a bathroom attendant?

14. Where can I take my formal portraits?

15. Is there enough room for a band/deejay and a dance floor?

16. Are there any limitations on the type of equipment a band/deejay can set up?

17. Will there be a location manager on hand during the wedding?

18. Are there limitations on what type of decor I set up?

19. Can I work with any vendor, or do I have to work with their preferred vendors?

20. If it is an outdoor location, what is the backup plan in case it rains?

21. What is their typical wedding schedule or timeline?

22. What is the maximum number of guests allowed in the room?

23. If I hire an outside baker is there a cake-cutting fee?

24. Is there a set-up or clean-up fee?

25. How many hours will I have the room for?
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07/15/2009
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20 Questions for Potential Florists
1. How long have they been making wedding arrangements?

2. What style do they specialize in -- modern, traditional, romantic, etc.?

3. Can I see a portfolio of their work?

4. Are they familiar with my ceremony and reception location?

5. How do they charge for their services -- a flat fee or per-item fee?

6. What is the cost of each item: bridal bouquet, bridesmaid bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, etc.?

7. Can the florist also provide an aisle runner, candles, candlesticks/holders, trellises, potted plants, etc.?

8. Can they work within my budget?

9. How far in advance will they make my bouquet and centerpieces?

10. Will the florist make a sample bouquet and centerpiece for me to see?

11. When will the flowers be delivered? Is there a delivery fee?

12. What time will the florist return to pick up any rentals?

13. Will they make a tossing bouquet for me? Is there a fee for it?

14. Can they tell me how to preserve my bouquet?

15. How many weddings will they be doing the weekend of mine?

16. Can they recommend seasonal flowers to help me save money?

17. Do they have creative and original ideas?

18. How much is the required deposit?

19. When is the balance due?

20. When do I need to give them the final table count for centerpieces?
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07/15/2009
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26 Questions to Ask a Potential Band or DJ
1. How long has the band or deejay been in business?

2. What is their fee structure -- a flat fee, per musician, hourly, etc.?

3. Is there an overtime charge?

4. Can I see a video of one of their performances?

5. Are they performing at a bridal showcase where I can see them live?

6. Does the band specialize in a particular type of music?

7. How many musicians do they recommend for the event?

8. Who will act as the emcee?

9. Do they have a specific routine or order of events that they recommend for the reception?

10. Can I give them a playlist and a "Do Not Play" list?

11. Have they ever worked at my wedding location before?

12. How much time do they need to set up?

13. Do they need access to special electrical outlets?

14. Do they have substitute musicians in case someone gets sick?

15. How much is the deposit I'll need to give them to hold the date?

16. When is the balance due?

17. How many breaks will the band or deejay need? Will they provide live or taped music during their break?

18. Do I need to provide food for the musicians or deejay?

19. Will they take requests from my guests?

20. How many hours of playing are usually included for a wedding?

21. How many genres of music can they play?

22. Will they learn a special song if I ask them to?

23. Will they bring backup equipment?

24. What will they be wearing?

25. Can they play music for the ceremony and music during the cocktail hour?

26. Do they have a list of recommended songs for the ceremony? For the first dance? For the parents' dances?
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07/15/2009
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30 Must-Ask Questions for Wedding Planners
1. How many weddings has she planned?

2. Can she work within my budget?

3. What is her fee? Is it a flat fee, a percentage of the wedding, an hourly rate, etc.?

4. What is included in her fee -- all phone calls, meetings, e-mails, etc.?

5. Does she get a kickback from vendors?

6. Does she understand my vision?

7. Will she make a checklist of all the items I need to accomplish?

8. Will she create a timeline for the wedding day?

9. Does she have an assistant who will work with her at my wedding?

10. Can she recommend vendors who fit my budget and style?

11. What will she take care of -- finding vendors? Invitations? Favors?

12. Can she get me discounts with vendors?

13. Will she review vendor contracts with me?

14. Can she help me with etiquette issues that may arise?

15. Has she planned a wedding at my location before?

16. Is she planning other weddings on the same day or weekend as mine?

17. Can she help me plan the rehearsal dinner, post-wedding brunch or shower? Is there an additional cost for these parties?

18. Will she coordinate with all the vendors the day of the wedding -- handling all deliveries and overseeing the set-up?

19. Is planning weddings her full-time job?

20. Who will take over for her if for any reason she can't be at my wedding?

21. Can I see pictures from weddings she's planned?

22. What will she wear to my wedding?

23. How accessible is she? How often does she expect to meet with me?

24. Will she help me find my wedding dress and attire for the other members of the bridal party?

25. Has she worked with any of the vendors I've already hired?

26. Can she run my rehearsal if my officiant can't be there?

27. Does she provide a wedding day emergency kit?

28. If I give her payment envelopes, can she pay each of my vendors?

29. How much is the deposit I'll need to leave?

30. When is the balance due?
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