Tip of the Day: "Find out if the DJ you're considering will know how to read a crowd. If they switch abruptly from upbeat pop to slow oldies to country, it could just kill the overall vibe," says Michelle from Michelle Girard Photography. Read reviews and ask friends and other trusted vendors for recommendations.
Plus, check out 10 Questions to Ask Before Booking Your DJ.
Jamie Benjaminson and Matt Seifort got married on January 24 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but there was one special person missing at the festivities — the bride's grandmother, Pat. A week before their wedding, she fell ill and was hospitalized.
Since she couldn't watch them exchange vows at the ceremony or dance with them at the reception, the newlyweds decided to do the next best thing possible: surprise her at the hospital! Their bridal party and videographer accompanied them as well.
Tip of the Day: "Give your bridesmaids a meaningful and wearable thank-you gift, like jewelry, so they'll always think back fondly on your special day!" says Megan Reynolds from Flawed Perfection Jewelry.
Plus, check out 15 Bridesmaid Gift Ideas for Every Budget.
Tip of the Day: "Your wedding gown is likely to be the most expensive garment you'll ever own, yet you only get to wear it once. And the one time you do wear it, it's on a hectic day when you're being rushed from preparation to the ceremony to the reception, and hurriedly taking zillions of photos along the way. Why not honor the dress with a fun fashion shoot before your big day?" says Chris Smith from Chris and Cami Photography, a member of Professional Photographers of America.
Taking bridal portraits before the wedding will help you get to know your photographer so that you feel completely at ease in front of the camera when you say your "I do's." Above all else, have fun!
It's officially Bridal Market here in New York City! Bridal Market is like Fashion Week for wedding gowns; twice a year, all of the designers show off their new collections.
Follow our live Instagram feed as our fashion team reports live from the shows! Here's where we'll be:
Wednesday, October 8:
10:00 AM: David's Bridal
2:00 PM: Dennis Basso
3:00 PM: Victoria Kyriakides
4:00 PM: Alfred Angelo
Thursday, October 9:
10:00 AM: Truly Zac Posen
11:00 AM: Angel Sanchez
12:00 PM: Theia
12:00 PM: Etsy Weddings
1:00 PM: Nicole Miller
1:00 PM: Delphine Manivet
2:00 PM: Romona Keveza
2:00 PM: Della Giovanna
5:00 PM: Oleg Cassini
Friday, October 10:
9:00 AM: Marchesa
10:00 AM: Claire Pettibone
11:00 AM: Kelly Faetanini
12:00 PM: Ines Di Santo
1:00 PM:: Anne Barge
2:00 PM: Reem Acra
3:00 PM: Rivini
3:00 PM: Modern Trousseau
4:00 PM: Isabelle Armstrong
5:00 PM: Monique Lhuillier
7:00 PM: JLM Couture
Saturday, October 11:
8:45 AM: Watters
9:00 AM: Group 868
9:30 AM: Temperley London
10:00 AM: Maggie Sottero
11:00 AM: Vera Wang
12:00 PM: Badgley Mischka
1:00 PM: Amsale and Kenneth Pool
3:00 PM: Eve of Milady
6:30 PM: Galia Lahav
What do celebs Victoria Beckham, Emma Watson, Salma Hayek, Rita Ora and Cara Delevingne have in common? They all have fabulous hair and have sung the praises of Tangle Teezer hair brushes.
Tip of the Day: "Let your invitations set the tone of the wedding. For example, if you're throwing a casual beach wedding, choose a fun design that reflects this motif. If your event is formal, then opt for sophisticated, classic fonts so that there is no confusion as to the type of affair you're having!" says Jen Halbert from Dulce Press.
Plus, find out How to Address Wedding Invitations.
Tip of the Day: "When selecting the menu for your wedding, add sliders or bite size sandwiches for guests to enjoy as they leave the reception. Most times, guests are hungry after a night of drinking and dancing at the reception; a late night snack will be an unexpected treat they'll appreciate," says Melissa Heholt from Statice Events.
Plus, check out more ways to Make Your Wedding Menu More Memorable.
Are you and your partner trying to plan a wedding that feels oh-so-you? Then consider putting a unique spin on your big day bar! A signature cocktail or two will definitely help your nuptials feel more personal and will give your guests something to talk about all night long.
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