Your wedding is a day you’ll remember for the rest of your life. Make sure it’s one you remember positively. One element of wedding planning that’s often overlooked is catering. Many people rush hiring a caterer, erroneously thinking catering isn’t a big deal. However, if the food served at your wedding is not up to par, guests won’t have a good time, and you might not either. This post intends to simplify things, which it will do by telling you about some tips that you can use to choose the perfect caterer.
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The Introverts’ Wedding: How We Made It Work
Key Takeaways
- Intimate Ceremony: Small guest list with immediate family and close friends.
- Elopement Elements: Private moments, such as a first look in a secluded garden.
- Online Tools: Utilized wedding websites, virtual tours, and online invitations.
- Wedding Planner: Delegated tasks to reduce stress and manage logistics.
- Delegation: Involved family in tasks like the seating chart.
- Quiet Spaces: Scheduled breaks and private areas for relaxation.
- Short Events: Brief ceremony and reception with structured activities.
- Preserving Memories: Candid photography and online guestbook.
- Self-Care: Prioritized exercise, meditation, and rest before the wedding.
- Authenticity: Planned a day true to their introverted nature.
A wedding is a big deal. In fact, it is one of the most important events that will ever take place in a person’s life. But what happens when the couple planning the wedding are self-proclaimed introverts? My partner and I enjoy a quiet and private life, and the idea of being the center of attention in a traditional wedding ceremony filled us with dread instead of joy. Nonetheless, we knew that we wanted to celebrate our marriage with the people that we love. So, here is how we made it work.
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Key Takeaways
- Embrace flexibility in wedding planning
- Choose a venue that fits your vision
- Prepare for unpredictable weather
- Consider wildlife and pests for outdoor events
- Cherish support from loved ones
- Focus on the essence of your celebration
Wedding planning stories are a dime a dozen, and pretty much anyone who has gone through the process can regale you with tales of unwanted dramas and last-minute crises. As a New Yorker, the idea of getting married on a ranch never even crossed my mind as a remote possibility, even in a parallel universe. But, as it happened, I did end up having a Texas outdoor wedding and, boy, was it an experience. If you have ever dreamt of riding a cowboy into the sunset, read on.
Continue reading Trials and Tribulations of My Texas Outdoor WeddingWhen Music Tastes Clash: Wedding Playlist Compromise
Key Takeaways:
Communication: Discuss and share favorite songs, and be open to suggestions.
Combine Tastes: Mix genres, blend styles, and create must-play lists for each partner.
Use Technology: Collaborate on playlists and consider guest polls.
Embrace Genres: Tailor music to different wedding stages (ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, dance floor).
Creative Transitions: Match tempos, use remixes, and theme transitions.
Work with Professionals: Clearly communicate preferences with DJs or bands and trust their expertise.
Guest Requests: Set boundaries, filter requests, and include surprise elements.
Sound System: Ensure appropriate sound setup, consider venue acoustics, and have a backup plan.
Every couple imagines their ideal wedding day, and music is essential to establishing the tone and sustaining the celebration. But what happens if your partner’s taste in music is very different from yours? Is your ideal playlist a jarring mix of super loud rock and super slow ballads?
This blog will help you navigate the fun (and occasionally stressful) process of making a playlist for your wedding that will please you, your guests, and help avoid any wedding planning fights.
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