Q. - We’re not allowed to throw rice or birdseed after our ceremony, and I really don’t want to do bubbles. What alternatives to tossing rice do we have? A. - Tossing rice originated with the ancient Hindus and Chinese to bestow fertility upon the bride and groom. Although highly traditional, this practice has lost … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – What Are Some Alternatives to Tossing Rice or Bubbles?
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Wedding Q & A – When Putting on a Veil, Where Should the Comb Be Placed?
When it comes to bridal accessories, many brides wonder how to put on a veil. Check out this question about how to put on a veil, specifically the comb, and my answer. Q. - When putting my veil on, where should the comb be placed? A. - It depends on how are you wearing your … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – When Putting on a Veil, Where Should the Comb Be Placed?
Wedding Q & A – What Color Should My Veil Be?
Brides have many questions regarding their veil: How long should it be? Should they wear a blusher veil over their face? What should the veil color be? Here's a question from a real bride about veil color. Q. - What color should my veil be? A. - If you want a more traditional look, the … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – What Color Should My Veil Be?
Wedding Q & A – Keeping Wedding Guests From Over-Drinking
Keeping guests from overdrinking. Q - Is there any trick for getting our wedding guests not to overdrink? A - Great question about overdrinking. No one wants that. Make sure you have an experienced bartending staff on hand. If your venue is providing the food and beverages, they will usually also provide bartenders. However, even … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Keeping Wedding Guests From Over-Drinking
Wedding Q & A – Backyard Weddings
Outdoor weddings are on the rise, with 68% of wedding ceremonies and 58% of receptions held outdoors. (Statista ), so it’s highly likely that you are dreaming of an outdoor wedding. Why not take it a step further and create a wedding that reflects your unique style, intimate connections, and cherished memories with a backyard … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Backyard Weddings
Wedding Q & A – Do I Have to Toss the Bouquet?
Q. - I’m not sure that I really want to toss my wedding bouquet at the reception. What else can I do instead? What wedding bouquet toss alternatives do you suggest? A. - These days, most florists will make a special toss bouquet for you, so you are able to save your bridal bouquet for … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Do I Have to Toss the Bouquet?
Wedding Q & A – Invitation Wording
Q - I have a question about my wedding invitation wording. Whose names are supposed to go on the invitation? My FMIL wants their names on there too, but they’re not paying for the wedding! A - Some people are under the belief that besides the names of the bride and groom, the only other … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Invitation Wording
Wedding Q & A – The End of the Reception
Q - I don't know what to do at the end of the reception. What is a good way to “wrap up” the reception without being rude? A - One of the best ways to “wrap things up” at the end of the reception is to have it seem like a natural ending. The last … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – The End of the Reception
Wedding Q & A – Alternatives to Flowers
Alternatives to Flowers Q. I am not a flower lover! Everything else in the wedding seems more important to me personally, than wedding flowers. My decorator is really encouraging me to go with fresh cut all around, but this will be expensive. Should I pay, is it just me that doesn't really care about flowers? … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Alternatives to Flowers
Bride’s Q & A – Wedding Programs
Q - We’re not sure if we want to use wedding programs at our ceremony. Are we required to have one? A - There is no requirement or obligation to use a program for your wedding ceremony. Programs also make a wonderful, and relatively inexpensive, keepsake for your guests. The basic purpose of a program … Continue reading Bride’s Q & A – Wedding Programs