Wedding Cakes
- If you are on a tight budget why not serve your wedding cake as dessert to your guests.
- Save the top tier of your wedding cake for your first anniversary or baby’s christening. Remember, the cake needs to be fruitcake. Place the cake in a box then in a plastic container and freeze. Allow the cake to thaw slowly in the week before eating.
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Wedding Ceremonies
- The basic elements of a civil wedding ceremony are fairly universal: 1. The greeting; 2. The declaration of intention (wedding vows); 3. The exchange of Rings; 4. Blessing, Readings, songs, etc; 5. The pronouncement; 6. The kiss.
- The best thing about a civil ceremony is that you are not bound to the traditions of one religion and the ceremony can be performed almost anywhere.
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Wedding Decorations & Hire
- The themes for weddings today are indeed endless. Consider the following theming ideas: Colour – perhaps a two-colour combination; Traditional – Think classic white princess wedding; Nostalgic – Art deco or rock 'n’ roll; Cocktail – Lounge party with a less formal feel; Cultural – Scottish, Oriental, Indian inspired; Destination – A beach theme is often popular.
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Bridal Fashion - Men
- To buy or to rent that is the question?
Buying Pro: There are more styles and option available in store to buy than there is to hire especially for the more casual look.
Buying Con: Your measurements may change over time.
Renting Pro: You can hire the latest, trendiest look and give it back before it goes out of fashion.
Renting Con: A damaged or stained hired suit carries financial penalties.
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Bridal Fashion - Women
- Never leave your wedding dress hanging in a closet for long periods of time. The weight of the gown may cause stretching or tearing of fabric, damaging the shoulders and causing hems to drop.
- Don’t take all your bridesmaids, your mother, the next-door neighbour and her best friend to try on and find the perfect dress. Too many opinions cause unwanted stress and sometimes result in being pushed into decisions. Remember it is your day… not theirs!
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Wedding Budgets
- Both make a list of top ten wedding priorities, and then collate the two so you know where you both really want to spend money.
- Be realistic and honest about your financial situation and stick to it.
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Wedding Flowers
- What’s in season when? Spring – Bella donna lily, daffodil, freesia, lilium, peony, tulip; Summer – Orchid, daisy, frangipani, lavender, sweet pea, water lily; Autumn – Azalea, blushing bride, chrysanthemum, jonquil; Winter – Camellia, hyacinth, tulip, violet.
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Wedding Gifts & Bomboniere
- In Renaissance Italy, wedding guests were presented with sugared almonds to represent everlasting happiness. Today, wedding guests still receive individual bags of sugar almonds in lucky odd numbers, or five almonds to represent health, wealth, fertility, happiness and long life.
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Bride's Hair & Beauty
- Take your veil and accessories and even a picture of your gown to your first hair consultation so your hairstylist can get a feel for the mood of your wedding.
- Styles come and go. Avoid make-up trends on your wedding day and aim for a timeless, classic face.
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Bride & Groom Health & Fitness
- The most sensible way to shed weight before a wedding is regular exercise and a good eating plan. Diets don’t need to be extreme, just followed religiously.
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Hen's & Buck's Parties
- Do something a bit different other than the typical strip club for the boys and bride carrying around plastic men’s genitalia all night at the club. Ever thought of a weekend of pampering at a spa resort, go to the races, lawn bowls or even a life-painting class?
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Honeymoons
- Have you checked your passport lately? Do you know where it is? Has it expired?
- If you’re changing your surname, don’t make flight reservations in your new name unless all your identification has been changed and issued.
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Wedding Jewellery
- When looking for the perfect diamond ring remember the four C's – Colour, Clarity, Carat and Cut.
- Don’t forget the wedding bands! For the ceremony, the bride should take her engagement ring off or move it to her right hand.
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Wedding Entertainment & Music
- Think of all age groups that will be attending your wedding. Play a bit for everyone if possible.
- Remember to ask your entertainer the following: How long will you play for? How many breaks? What will you wear? Do you charge a flat fee or by the hour? Do you need extra power outlets? How much room do you need for your equipment area?
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Wedding Photography
- What’s your style? Styles range from traditional posed through to candid and natural. It’s important to decide on a style that suits you, because it will have a big impact on your wedding.
- Sit down with your photographer before the wedding and work out a timetable, location and "rain option" and the kinds of photos you want to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.
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Wedding Planners
- Some questions to ask your wedding planner: How long have you been in business? Are you affiliated with any other service providers? What range of services do you offer? Do you take a percentage fee, charge by the hour or have a flat fee?
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Wedding Receptions & Catering
- Things to consider: Are there any guests with dietary requirements or vegetarian? Buffet or sit down meal? Are you able to sample the dishes before the day? Does your caterer have set menus or are they able to be flexible? Does the reception require a temporary liquor license? If so, who will arrange this?
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Wedding Stationery
- The wedding invitations often set the tone and theme for your entire wedding. Invitations can be ordered through a stationer. You can purchase your paper and have your stationery professionally printed; or often do-it-yourself invitations add a personal touch to your wedding. Remember that many stationers offer matching bomboniere, so you can organise them at the same time that you order your wedding stationery.
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Wedding Transport
- Don’t limit yourself to cars when thinking about transport. What about a helicopter, boat, horse and carriage, or arriving by seaplane!
- Remember, if you are hiring a classic car in summer, ask if it is air-conditioned.
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Unique Touches
- The possibilities are endless; you have every opportunity to be unique from the ceremony to the reception. Ever thought of holding an evening ceremony and having the bridal party walk down the aisle holding candles, or releasing butterflies or doves once you’ve been declared husband and wife?
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Wedding Video Production
- A good videographer will try to make the wedding into a story rather than just a straight record of events.
- Some places of worship don’t allow video equipment, while others allow it under strict conditions. Check with your church or celebrant to avoid complications.
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