He proposed. She accepted. Now it's time to plan for the big day. Where does one start? He wants a big wedding. She wants a quaint one with family and close friends. Before deciding here are important facts to consider.
1. The date that you and your fiancé decide on is your day. You and only you and your fiancé should discuss and decide what you want. Allow suggestions with the understanding of who will be making the final decision.
2. Weddings are a very, very profitable business. Advertisements have convinced us that weddings must be an elaborate social event, and if you cannot afford or refuse to have an elaborate gala you will be disappointed and so will your guests.
Remember your family and true friends are happy for you and only want to share the moment with you. If your wedding day is enshrouded with elaborate festivities the true meaning of why two people are coming together will be lost. Remember Princess Diana's wedding? (My point exactly.)
3. Keep it simple. So you know a lot of people. But do you know that all of these people consider you an intimate acquaintance. If you have not heard from or seen them in years why invite them to your special day? Some of the loveliest wedding receptions that I have attended are the champagne and cake events. Have a party later when you both are more established financially, perhaps on your anniversary.
4. Enjoy the Moments. And you will, if you keep everything simple and plan within your means.
A gorgeous sunset in the background with an elegantly dressed man and woman dressed in a stunning dress is a great idea for a postcard from paradise. Why not make your wedding part of such picture perfect setting. For more-and-more people destination weddings become the choice for celebrating the biggest day in their lives. Destination weddings are popular with brides and grooms, and just as popular with the invited guests.
The prettiness and aroma of exotic flowers combined together with natural light, candlelight, and lighting fixtures sets the tempo for a complete wedding calibrations and beautiful bridal parties. The assortments of the flowers available for your choosing is simple unbelievable. What more, they are beautifully arranged in wedding bouquets which make perfect gift ideas for bridesmaids and flower girls on the memorable occasion.
Who says that wedding flowers have to be all white? Colorful flowers can be a great way to inject personality and style into your wedding. These are some ideas for colorful wedding bouquets for all different types of wedding ceremonies.
Why not add a few extra touches: In memory of the period of the courtship and the engagement, you could use all the dried up flowers that were exchanged then. These add to the passionate additions of the special day. The petals that have been dried can be placed into the basket of the flower girl or scattered across the table of the bride or the table where the cake is to be placed as an adornment. If there is an adequate amount, the petals could be put to use so as to spray the bridal pair or draped in organza as a memento for the guests. Nowadays, there are a number of brides who add to their bouquets two additional flowers. As the bride walks down the aisle, she halts and presents one flower to her Mother. Coming back, she presents the other flower to her now Mother-in-Law.
One of essential ensembles of each bridesmaid is the bouquet. Let's face it, bridesmaids bouquets will have a major impact to the overall effect of the ceremony, thus they have to be taken into consideration. While planning a reception can be downright busy, never overlook selecting the right bouquets for your bridesmaids. Fortunately, there are some guidelines to help you come up with beautiful flower arrangements that your attendants will carry down to your wedding altar.
Who says that wedding flowers have to be all white? Colorful flowers can be a great way to inject personality and style into your wedding. These are some ideas for colorful wedding bouquets for all different types of wedding ceremonies.
Even a fairly formal wedding can benefit from a bit of color in the wedding bouquets. As long as the flowers which you select are sufficiently elegant, adding color will in no way detract from the formality of your ceremony. Roses are an excellent option, as they are both traditional and available in a beautiful array of colors. For an autumn wedding, bouquets with roses in fall shades of terra cotta, sunflower yellow, and rich red will strike the perfect mood. Extras like red hypericum berries and velvet ribbons will enhance the effect.
Silk or real; what's a bride to do? For many brides, the question is really perplexing -- especially for those who want to mix a dash of "Do-It-Yourself" into their wedding flower preparations.
Obviously, silk comes with some advantages -- it's tough and shelf stable, and the petals won't come off at the worst possible moment. On the other hand, silk flowers don't always look real, and they aren't always a bargain, either.
Have you ever tried to climb over a fence with tripod in hand and weighty camera bag over shoulder? "Just pass them through the fence and follow", you say! In theory perfect but as is often the case when I'm out ready to shoot I have tripod ready, camera clipped in, slung over right shoulder legs extended, spread ready to go (the fact that I look like a giraffe with ungainly neck protrusions goes unnoticed) and my camera bag is old, slightly smelly and large!. So, how do I climb through the first fence, let alone the second or third in pursuit of the perfect daisy without a lot of folding of legs pushing and shoving, and unclipping of my precious digital genius first? Simple answer - I don't, I try to get through regardless. Result? The air rapidly turns blue around my head and expletives neither original nor inventive start erupting unbidden from my person. And then the final indignity as at least one part of my favourite jumper gets snagged by an ever vigilant barb! My alternative solutions: throw the gear over and hope for the best, find a gate (how many miles to the nearest?), or simply leave it all in the SUV...barring the digital genius and one's favourite 1:1 lens of course!
The bride and bridesmaids hold the most noticeable flowers on the wedding day, but they are simply not the solitary flowers essential for that special day. The gentlemen in the marriage celebration, counting the bride's father as well as the Page Boys, every single one needs a buttonhole flower that goes together with, or corresponds with the bouquets. The other men in the family can in addition be offered a different flower or bud. Always keep in mind that the buttonhole flowers are supposed to be positioned pointing upwards. The mothers of both, the bride and groom need a spray each. The spray does not necessarily have to go with the flowers of the bride. You must confirm their colors with their outfit collection. Men customarily have on their buttonholes on the left lapel and the women have their respective ones worn on their right side.
These gift ideas are the perfect wedding accessories and gifts that will make the gathering come alive and make your wedding a lovely event, cherished by all! The bouquets embellish the aisle, through which the bride gracefully passes, displaying her elegant wedding dress. The bouquets enhance the overall surroundings of the reception and wedding party. They give a feeling of royal elegance.
Wedding centerpieces are not necessarily the “center of attraction” in the event. But they do complement the bride and the group along with the other details of the wedding.
Normally, wedding centerpieces are not included in the reception or the catering; hence, it is a must that you hire the best provider of wedding centerpieces.
So, for people who wish to obtain some tips on choosing wedding centerpieces, here are some pointers that you could use:
1. In most cases, flowers are the best wedding centerpieces. They add color and life in the reception area.
Best of all, flowers can enliven the spirit of those who are present in the reception. It gives a homey feeling, thus, making the reception program more fascinating.
2. Do not just go with the flowers. Consider the arranger as well. The flower arranger could also be the same arranger you have hired to decorate the church.
The wrong flower arrangement, color, and types of flowers used as centerpieces can do more harm than good. Hence, it is a must that pertinent details like this one should be considered seriously.
3. Shop around
Do not be constrained on one establishment only. It is best to shop around and get more ideas on wedding centerpieces. Flowers are not the only thing that is considered as good wedding centerpieces. You can also have some candles, glass bowls, floating and scented candles, etc.
Bridal bouquets are the most popular accessories for brides to walk down the aisle. But what if you want to be a bit different? Here are 5 alternative ideas that will work for both brides and bridesmaids:
1) Wrist Corsage
This is a small arrangement of flowers that is secured to the wrist. Roses, orchids and other small-headed flowers work best.
The great thing about a wrist corsage is that both of your hands are free - ideal if you're going to be hugging lots of guests.
Bianca Jagger looked very chic having chosen a wrist corsage instead of a bouquet when she married Mick Jagger.
2) Pomander
A pomander (also called a kissing ball) is a round ball shape of flowers that has a delicate ribbon handle. This is easy to carry as the ribbon just slips over the wrist. Roses are the most popular choice for pomanders but you could also use gerberas or carnations.
Pomanders are often carried by bridesmaids and flowergirls, but can look spectacular for the bride herself.
3) Hair Decoration
Hair decorations can be both elegant and stylish. You can choose one large flower such as a lily to form the focal point of your arrangement. This type of arrangement is worn on the side of the head.
Alternatively you could go for a circular 'halo' arrangement, such as Audrey Hepburn wore at her wedding. She had a halo arrangement of white roses that was worn on top of the head.
In addition to flowers, you can incorporate beads, jewels and feathers into your hair decoration. Have a quick chat with your florist and you could come up with a unique design that suits your personality and complements your bridegroom's boutonniere.
4) Prayer Book
Another choice instead of holding a bridal bouquet is to hold a prayer book or bible. Some brides like to decorate the prayer book with a small arrangement of flowers and/or ribbons.
You could use a cherished bible that was given to you as gift, or you could buy a new one as a symbol of your new life and how you plan to lead it.
5) Lantern or Candle Holder
These are great for church weddings, especially if it is an evening ceremony. Candles are very romantic and will add to the ceremony. Use non-drip candles and a lantern design that fully encloses the naked flame to reduce the risk of an accident.
The base of the lantern or candleholder can be decorated with a small arrangement of flowers to match the colors of your wedding theme.
The style of your wedding dress and the style of wedding can influence the type of wedding bouquet that is appropriate for you. The most popular styles that brides choose for their wedding bouquet include cascade, nosegay, arm bouquet, and hand-tied. As the name implies, a cascade wedding bouquet features a bouquet of flowers that flow from the stem. A cascade wedding bouquet is a very romantic style. Brides with traditional wedding themes often choose a cascade wedding bouquet.
