Selecting a photographer for your wedding is an important task. During your search, you’ve reviewed numerous portfolios and, perhaps, reexamined your spending limit a couple of times. Along with ensuring that your photographer’s style and approach are in line with your aesthetic and that your personalities are a good match, there are other factors that can enhance the overall results and your photography experience. 1. Choose a Great LocationMuch care and attention went into creating your overall wedding look – from attire to décor. So, why not make a statement with the background and landscape of your photos? Start the conversation with your photographer early in the planning process! A beautiful garden can be a wonderful option for the "first ... More »
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Getting great wedding images is not just the responsibility of your photographer. There are several factors that determine the outcome of your images, such as a bride who is not ready on time. Nothing hampers creativity more than lack of time, and when a bride runs late, the photographer can only work with the time he is given. Other than bein... More »
When you are planning a wedding, it often seems that many of the little details and decisions cannot be taken care of until the last few days before the big day. This can really add unnecessary pressure to the bride, especially since it is so important that she look and feel her best at her wedding. In the days leading up to the wedding, it&#... More »
Although winter weddings bear more weather-related risks, they also offer a parade of décor ideas that can generate a magical atmosphere. Ward off cold-weather catastrophes with these premeditated planning tips, and embrace the seasonal amenities that make winter weddings so captivating. Stay DryRain is an inherent risk when it comes to ... More »
"The most fun I've ever had at a wedding...""I danced all night, and my feet are hurting...""What a unique experience..." These are all comments that any wedding host would love to hear from his or her guests - and in the hands of an excellent band or orchestra, should be a guaranteed result. As an orchestra leader in Chicago and a producer of ... More »
When selecting a wedding photographer, there are three important elements you should keep in mind: personality, the photographer’s style, and cost. The first two are related to character traits unique only to that person and cannot be copied. The third element fluctuates due to many different variables. Let’s talk about each in the... More »
He popped the question, and you said, “Yes!” And so begins the giddy, rollercoaster ride of planning a wedding. There will be countless decisions to be made, and (let’s be honest) some stressful times ahead as well. That is why it is so important to do something fun together as a couple. Taking part in the long-standing trad... More »
In order to really get to know someone, agree to marry him. I had no idea my boyfriend was a "four-tine kind of guy." And I'm certain I never would have gleaned this knowledge had he not become my fiancé and had we not attempted to pick out flatware and other such items together. Who knew he had such a strong sense of color? This is a guy... More »
If I ever ask a woman to marry me and she doesn’t cry at some point during the proposal, I’m rescinding the offer. Immediately. Even if she says, “Yes.” If there is a dry eye in the house, I may just stand up, toss the ring over my shoulder and say, “Never mind,” as I walk away. I really have no idea how I ... More »
When my friend Kris* gets married this month there will be no groomsmen standing with him as he recites his vows; no friends from high school, no friends from college -- no FRIENDS period. It will only be the groom and his older brother, the bride, and her maid of honor. This decision seemed like a bad one many months ago when he called to ex... More »
Some couples who have been married before look for a tasteful way to incorporate this fact into a new ceremony. Whether one or both members of a couple have been married before, integrating the past in the context of how it has prepared the couple for a new commitment is not only appropriate for some couples, it can also be very meaningful. I... More »
As the bride and groom, you want your out-of-town guests to have a wonderful time throughout your wedding weekend, but chances are good that you will not have the time to entertain them yourselves. By keeping your guests’ hotel accommodation as centrally located as possible, they can entertain one another, and you and your fiancé ca... More »
While tradition dictates that a bride and groom should not see each other before the ceremony, there are many benefits to challenging this convention. By posing for photographs beforehand, you and your new spouse are free to join your reception directly after saying, “I Do.” You won’t miss out on the precious time you can spe... More »
Brides who follow fashion know that the textures, colors and styles that debut on the runway today will not only turn up in their closets tomorrow, but they will also make an appearance at their weddings. Linens, serving ware, place settings and even menus are affected by what’s hot in fashion. Right now, runways predict a winter season ... More »
During your wedding planning, incorporating family customs into your ceremony may become an important element. To see the joy and surprise on your guests’ faces when sentiments are conveyed in your native language or a special custom is introduced that represents your heritage is truly heart- warming. However, there may be challenges if ... More »
