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What to Do if You're Nervous About Being the Center of Attention at Your Wedding
For some people, being the center of attention is half the fun of having a wedding, but for many others it is a nightmare. If you have social anxiety or are simply very shy, you may dread the idea of a wedding with all eyes on you – even if you’re excited to marry your beloved. The obvious solution would be to elope or have a very small guest list with only your closest friends and family. However, that’s not always a practical solution, especially if your partner always dreamed of having a large celebration and you don’t want to take that away from them. Luckily, there are other ways to help prevent feelings of stage fright. Below are suggestions for both the ceremony and reception to limit the times you are the center of attention on your big day. Photo by Lauren Gabrielle Photography Ceremony: - Keep it short and sweet. As long as there are no religious restrictions dictating a longer service, you can make sure your ceremony is as short as you’d like so you won’t have to worry about everyone looking at you the whole time. - Let the officiant do the talking. Vows can be ...
More »For some people, being the center of attention is half the fun of having a wedding, but for many others it is a nightmare. If you have social anxiety or are simply very shy, you may dread the idea of a wedding with all eyes on you – even if you’re excited to marry your beloved. The obvious solution would be to elope or have a very small guest list with only your closest friends and family. However, that’s not always a practical solution, especially if your partner always dreamed of having a large celebration and you don’t want to take that away from them. Luckily, there are other ways to help prevent feelings of stage fright. Below are suggestions for both the ceremony and reception to limit the times you are the center of attention on your big day. Photo by Lauren Gabrielle Photography Ceremony: - Keep it short and sweet. As long as there are no religious restrictions dictating a longer service, you can make sure your ceremony is as short as you’d like so you won’t have to worry about everyone looking at you the whole time. - Let the officiant do the talking. Vows can be ...
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So you don’t know the difference between lilacs and lilies, or can’t make up your mind between white or pink roses? Don’t fret – that’s why you hired a floral professional. From price points to image-sharing websites, we break down what you need to know when preparing for your first florist meeting and the questions you should ask leading up to your big day in order for your floral designer to produce the right arrangements for you. First Meeting PrepOrganize your image-sharing website albums. Pin as many pictures that will help you depict the overall “feeling” you are trying to convey at the ceremony and reception. Make notes under each photo about the colors, textures, patterns, and elements you like, ... More »
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Over the past few years, the idea of providing wedding favors for guests has drastically fallen out of fashion. Given that millennials are the within the average age range for marriage, this makes sense as it’s often reported that the generation prefers to spend money on experiences rather than tangible items. In lieu of favors, many coupl... More »
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Should You Rent or Buy Your Wedding Décor?
There are countless decisions that have to be made while planning a wedding – many of which involve the décor. Not only do you have to decide how to dress up your event space, but you also need to figure out what to rent and what to buy. Some of these choices are easy – after all, you probably don’t need a 100-piece set of... More »
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There is no set time to date or checklist to mark in order to know it’s time to get engaged. Some couples are together for months, others for years. It can vary wildly by religion, culture, and more. With so many variables, it can seem impossible to be sure when it’s time to propose (or to start dropping hints about engagement rings)... More »
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4 Ways to Get a Groom Excited for Wedding Planning
There are countless gender stereotypes in the world, especially when it comes to the world of weddings. If you’re recently engaged, you’ve probably heard more than your fair share of jokes about “bridezillas” or reluctant grooms being dragged down the aisle. Though of course there are exceptions, it is more common for men... More »
It is increasingly common for couples getting married to already have children, whether with each other or from a previous relationship. Naturally, brides and grooms want to include their kids in the big day, as it represents not just the celebration of natural love, but also the coming together of their family. Roles such as flower girls, ring ... More »
The wedding website has gone from novelty to standard, but it’s still a new-enough tradition that the etiquette and procedures are not always clear. After all, it’s unlikely you’d be able to ask your parents what they did for their own wedding website, right? There are many resources that offer templates to create your own site... More »
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How Brides Make Shopping for Their Wedding Dress to Difficult
Shopping for wedding dresses is often the part of the planning process that brides-to-be look forward to the most. After all, there is a whole television franchise based on finding the perfect gown for the big day. However, it’s different than the average shopping trip, and there are many ways to wind up making the process more complicated... More »
The morning of your wedding is an exciting time, as it’s the last moment you can reflect on this step in your relationship. Yet, for most couples, they spend it without seeing the person they are about to marry. That’s why brides and grooms alike will often send a card or letter to their beloved while getting ready for the big day. T... More »
