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We are now serving Virginia too!
Hello Blog readers!
I am sorry to say that we have been too much time apart. With a renewed spirit ( and more time) we are back blogging! I am very excited to welcome Jonathan Pederson and Morgan Deskins to our Virginia location. They will be bringing you a variety of great blogs this year!
Jonathan has experience writing blogs and articles for newspapers, community organizations and online sources. He has started an internship with Another Wild Hare to help us focus on our social media and marketing. Morgan Deskins has experience working with graphic media. She has also started an internship for Another Wild Hare to focus on our visual marketing. I welcome them both!
For those who haven’t heard we are still primarily serving NYC, but we have also set up shop in Virginia to grow this market. Since I am from Virginia originally and since my grandmother is in poor health it seemed like the perfect time to move down to “Old Virginny” and grow the market. We have been here just three weeks and we have already done a wedding! Things are off to a great start.
In honor of you, our blog followers, we will be starting a contest on Facebook on Wednesday, July 23rd. Please make sure to like our page and stay tuned.
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What to Have in Your Bridal Emergency Kit?
Having a Bridal Emergency? While there can be a lot of stressful things that happen leading up to and during your wedding, the most stressful things are often the ones we don’t plan for. What do you do when you break your heal? Have to stand outside for hours in the sun taking pictures? How to get the strawberry seeds you ate out of your teeth? This is a list we have developed over the years as part of our emergency kit. We recommend that every wedding should have one on hand.
Blister Treatment Black Socks Sewing Kit Nail File Lotion Oil Absorbing Sheets (Clean toilet covers work just as well!) Sunscreen Stain Remover pen and Wine Out Tampons Krazy Glue Gorilla Glue Dental Flossers White Chalk Straws Q-Tips First Aid Kit with Moleskin Mints/Gum/Candy Portable Toothbrush/toothpaste combo Mouth Wash Benadryl Bobby Pins – Brown and blonde Granola bars with lots of protein, or nuts Clear Nail Polish Chapstick Pain Reliever Fabric Tape Hand Wipes Earring Backs Eye Drops Corsage Pins Tweezers Floral Tape Safety pins Nail Clippers Tissues Mirror Bug Spray Hair Spray Lint Roller Deoderant Caffeine: pills, espresso, tea, soda, whatever you can handle Antacid Scissors Pantyhose Hand Sanitizer Pens and notepad Lighter Water bottles Makeup bag, especially with concealer and mascara
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Emergency Bathroom Kits for the Reception
No fuss, no muss! When your guests need a fix-up at your wedding, they’ll likely head to the bathroom first. If you have the budget, including a basket in both the Men’s and Ladies’ powder room is a nice touch. Below is a list of things you might consider including, organized by category.
If you want to go the extra mile, you can even post signs next to the baskets! You can find some ideas on Pinterest, and below is a great signage idea you can order on Etsy.
Cute Custom Signs – Etsy
Many of the supplies for this project can be found at Wal-mart or Target for relatively low prices. If you can’t stretch your budget that far, definitely make sure you bring along necessities for yourself on your wedding day! Check back for a post on this in the near future.
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Being the Best Hostess in a Small Space
The holidays are rolling in and, most likely, you have a relative or two coming into town to visit. If you live in New York City, you know how difficult it can be to accommodate for visitors in a tiny apartment. However, while it will be a little cramped, there are many things you can do to make your guests feel right at home and wanting to come back again soon. New York can be an overwhelming place for those that do not live here so you will want to do everything in your power to make your guests comfortable.
Preparing a welcome basket is a nice way to say “hello!” to loved ones.
Before their arrival:
Find out what airport they are arriving at and either arrange to pick them up or make sure you send them a list of transport options to get to your apartment, along with your address.
Ensure that you have a clean and welcoming place for them to sleep with fresh pillows and sheets, as well as towels in case they did not bring their own.
Buy a variety of drinks to have on hand, from wine to different juices, such as orange juice and lemonade.
Buy flowers to brighten up your abode.
Make sure to put some personal comforts out for your guest, such as magazines or a book you know they’d like, a spare toothbrush and some sort of little goodie, such as chocolates.
Welcome guests to your home with the fresh smell of chocolate chip cookies!
Upon arrival:
If you are able, let your guest have an apartment key during their stay. This will make them feel more at ease, and if you work during the day, gives them a way to come and go as needed while you are out.
Give your guest a map and a list of activities, restaurants and coffee shops close by so that they have plenty to do
Offer them something to drink along with a snack. Even if you can’t cook, offer up something simple, such as chips and salsa. Anything is much appreciated after a long trip. My favorite thing to offer guests is a cup of tea and some freshly baked banana bread or apple cake.
Cooking dinner one night is a great way to make your guests feel right at home.
During their stay:
Make sure that you are asking your guests what they need and if they are comfortable. A small issue can be addressed instantaneously, but unfixed could leave your guest with a bad memory of their trip.
Have activities planned, from museum trips to dinner reservations! This is crucial because your guests most likely know very little about the city you live in. Make you ask ahead of time if there are specifics they’d like to do for sure, but other than that, it’s up to you to make it an unforgettable trip.
Have at least one dinner at home. It can be something simple, personally I love making chili with various toppings people can add on, but it gives your guests a break from hectic city life and allows you to bond over homemade food and conversation.
Use beautiful stationary to say “Thanks for the company!”
After they leave:
Send a thoughtful e-mail or card to tell your guests how much you enjoyed having them around and encouraging them to come again soon. People rarely do this, but it will be much appreciated and ensure your guests do not think they were a burden.
With these tips and tricks in mind, you will have a happy and successful holidays, even factoring in the stress of hosting company. Best of luck!
If you need help planning last-minute holiday gatherings for friends and family, Another Wild Hare is here to help! We offer event planning services for all occasions. Call or email us for your free consultation today, and receive 10% off the price of your package if you book within one week of the meeting!
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Halloween Party Tips
The Halloween season is upon us and decorations are already abundant in the stores. You are probably already starting preparations for your own Halloween get together and looking for some ideas. There are so many fun and simple things that you can do to make your party great!
Decor
Decorate with fun orange lanterns and banners!
Starting with the basics, place some pumpkins by the front door. These can be used later as a fun decorating activity or can simply serve as a bit of fall decor. Hang a fall-inspired wreath in the living area (maybe one made of wheat) and place a variety of orange and yellow candies, such as candy corn, in mason jars on the coffee table. Buy a few chalkboard squares and write things like “Happy Halloween” and “Trick-or-Treat” on them. You can hang these wherever you would like. Place some orange and yellow and purple streamers around the room or on the staircase if you have one. Finish it all off by hanging some Halloween colored paper lanterns from the ceiling.
Food
This can really depend on the tastes of your guests but I’ll share a few of my personal favorites. Any party can use a veggie tray with carrots, celery, broccoli and some ranch dressing for dipping. A special Halloween snack would be to use Halloween cookie cutters to cut out meats and cheeses to put on top of crackers. This is a fun way to make sure the kids are eating more than just sugar! Additionally, try these special treats!
So easy you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of it! Recipe from CountryLiving
Pumpkin Cake:
This cake is incredibly simple to make! Simply pull out your bundt pan and make two chocolate cakes from any boxed cake you can find. Another option would be to make a white cake and dye it orange with some food dye. Stack them once they’ve cooked so that the flat part of both is facing inward. Take some vanilla icing and add some food dye to make it orange and melt it down a bit so that you can pour it over the cake. The stem is simply an ice cream cone. Easy and super fun for the guests!
Grrrrr. Wait, these aren’t scary! They’re delicious.
Frankenstein Rice Krispies:
Use any of your normal rice krispy recipes, BUT mix in some green food dye while everything is cooking up in the pot. After the krispies have set, melt down a bit of chocolate and dip the end of each krispy into it and let harden! That’s it!
*Not actually for puppies Recipe from Food.com
Puppy Chow:
Ingredients
9 cups Corn Chex cereal
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup butter
1 tsp pure vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Directions
Pour the Corn Chex cereal into a large bowl. Set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter, stirring after every 30 seconds until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour over the cereal and gently stir until all the cereal pieces have been coated. Transfer the cereal mixture to a large food storage plastic bag. Carefully pour the powdered sugar in the bag. Seal the bag. Shake until all the pieces are covered.
Games
Pin the Stem on the Pumpkin: a fall twist on the traditional donkey game. Kids put on their blindfold and attempt to reattach the pumpkin’s stem.
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Apple Bobbing: the classic fall party game where apples float around in a bucket and players try to retrieve one using only their mouth!
Spooky Storytelling: Kids sit in a circle and share the spookiest story they can think of with the rest of the group
I hope that this helps you in your endeavor to throw an amazing Halloween party. I tried to keep these ideas accessible for both adults and children. If you do happen to throw an adults only party, add in a few spooky and delicious Halloween cocktails and leave out the games for the perfect party! Happy fall everyone!!
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Back-to-School Parties
Whether you are a parent or in college yourself, you can throw one more summer party before things start getting busy with academics.
There are so many fun things you could do to make your back-to-school party amazing.
Décor Find things around the house that you would see in a classroom. Gather any books you have and tie them up with twine or ribbon for an old-school look (pun intended).
Here is a list of some more useful items to make the look (think red and white): Crayons and writing utensils Teacher’s Cup “Welcome Back” Sign Rulers Spinning Globe Chalkboard Country Flags Alphabet and Education Posters
Make any book a schoolbook with DIY covers and ribbon. Photo: About.com
Food
For appetizers, finger foods and snacks, get plastic trays to imitate a school cafeteria’s lunch tray and fill each pocket with a different food. Try a homemade pretzel mix with popcorn, nuts, M&Ms or other candies. On a different tray, you can have veggies with some sauces for dipping.
Be creative and mix food presentation with décor. Photo: Design Sponge
One of the first things people think of when they see apples is the classroom. Candied Apples will always be a hit. To make it more fun, have all the supplies ready and have the kids or your friends make their own. Buy green and red apples, caramel, fudge, nuts, sprinkles, other toppings and wooden sticks. Neatly lay everything out and have a Candied Apple Making Station.
Also, thinly sliced apples go well in peanut (or almond) butter and jelly mini sandwiches. You can make these for your guests before they arrive.
Look for trendy and in-style backpacks. Photo: Shoppers Base
Games with prizes and giveaways You can come up with some fun games to play inside or outside the house. When announcing the game, make sure to mention there is an awesome prize at the end for the winner.
A few great prizes for kids going back to school are high-quality backpacks, sturdy water bottles, and reusable lunch boxes or bags.
Another Wild Hare wishes you a wonderful start to another year of education and fun!
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Making a First Impression
When you have a specific theme and vision for your wedding, every detail is important. Although they may not be seen right away or be as grand as the table centerpieces, the stationery and paper products you choose for your big day are the important finishing touches that everyone will notice. It’s like the sprinkles and cherry on top, and it’s what sets your wedding apart from others.
From the Save-the-Dates to the Escort Cards, the type of stationery you choose will assist your guests in forming expectations in their minds as to what kind of soiree you’re throwing. For example, if you’re planning a nautical themed wedding and you send invitations with a simple typeface in blue, red and yellow with stripes, anchors or sand dollar designs, your guests may go along with your color theme and wear dresses, hats, and ties of the colors represented on your invite.
Typeface and material are very important to set the tone for your big day. Photo: Lauren Ross Photography
Save-the-dates and invites set the first tones of your wedding. If you’re going for rustic chic, it’d be best to play around with southern, homemade and organic typefaces and paper textures.
If you can afford it and your going for a sophisticated and elegant feel, you may even want to wrap your invites and RSVPs in a box tied with ribbon. To give your invitees something extra special, include textiles that go with your theme such as silk or lace. If appropriate, you may want to use scented paper as smells go a long way in making that first impression.
Another Wild Hare has done custom invitations for clients in the past, and when we get crafty with paper we like to order our paper from LCI Paper and PaperandMore.com. They have a wide variety of colors and thicknesses to choose from, making it easy to have your invitations be as unique and stylish as you!
So many envelopes, I can’t decide!
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Autumn Parties
Besides birthday parties and mixers, the autumn season is full of festivities. There’s something for everyone. Men are revving up for the beginning of football season, women are enjoying the beautiful shades of a deep sunset as the leaves tell us there’s a change in the air, and kids are going back to school. Check out some party ideas we came up with to make your fall season more memorable and unique this year.
Floral Headpiece. It’s as easy as one, two, three. Photo: Design Sponge
1. Floral
Aster, Goldenrod, Sunflowers, Sedums and Crocuses. If you have a green thumb, you’ll know these are autumnal flowers. You could have a floral arranging get-together.
You can purchase bunches of these breeds from the flower district or online, invite your friends over, and make beautiful arrangements. You don’t only have to make bouquets. You could get creative and make brooches and headpieces. You could also use tissue and parchment paper to make floral inspired crafts.
After making the arrangements, you can serve finger sandwiches made with edible flowers, dill, egg and garnish paired with floral teas. A few edible breeds are calendulas, nasturtium, and squash blossoms.
Enjoy all of the pretty creations while slowly sipping your tea.
2. Seasonal Ingredients and Fruits
There are quite a few autumnal foods. When you send out your invite for a Fall Food Themed Party, have each guest bring a dish made with seasonal ingredients. List the must-haves on the invite. Well-known ones are apples, chestnuts, squashes, pears and plums. Lesser known are artichoke, quince, and elderberries, to list a few.
As the weather cools, rivalries heat up. Photo: TheAdventurepost.com
3. Football Season
In August, have a tailgating party or backyard BBQ to welcome back the football season. Grab your favorite team’s jersey and cheer paraphernalia. As an awesome host(ess), make sure you stock up on all of your friends’ drinks of choice. Remember to include all the staples: burgers, hot dogs, chips and salsa, as well as popular finger foods. If you want to make the get-together more interesting, have a friendly wager.
Simple yet lovely berries in tinted glass. Photo: Inspired Admired
4. Crafting Party
Autumn means two of the most celebrated holidays of the year: Halloween and Thanksgiving. And with Christmas and New Year’s coming up, you can prepare a little early. No matter which holiday it is, we recommend getting your friends together for a crafting party.
Peruse the web for some décor craft options or DIY crafts, which can be used for holiday entertaining. For example, you can create fall foliage wreaths for the front door, pumpkin and gourd décor for the living room, or personalized mason jars as candleholders to light the front porch. Have enough supplies and materials for everyone. Once the gang arrives, show them the options you’ve found and have different stations or areas for each. Let them choose which craft they are interested in and they can dive right in.
They can take their finished work home or continue working at home if they’re more of a perfectionist and take their time to get it just right.
Remember to have refreshments and snacks. Crafting will work up an appetite!
Another Wild Hare wishes you a happy, fun and safe autumn season! Photo: OurHouse
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Non-Traditional Wedding Attire
Weddings date back to before the B.C. ages so it only makes sense there are traditions and “that’s the way things have always been” methods of choosing wedding attire. But with a never-ending flow of creativity and new materials at hand, today’s bride and groom may not want to stick to the same ‘ol white cap-sleeved gown and mile-long train.
There are thousands of weddings happening every year so it’s only understandable engaged couples may be feeling unoriginal and uninspired. One way to spruce up the innovative factor is a change of attire. Below are five unique and non-traditional ways the bride and groom can wow the aisle (and each other).
Grandma wore white, but it doesn’t mean you have to. Photo: Elizabeth Messina
1. The Non-whites.
You don’t have to wear all white or off-white. You can let your style, favorite colors and personality show on your dress. True, it is different and may surprise guests but it is a piece that should define you on one of the biggest days of your life.
Bejeweled gowns make a statement. Photo: JLMCoutoure
2. The Bling Bling.
Sometimes shiny things bring more charm to an otherwise plain dress. Glittery gems made to look like diamonds and crystals will help you light up the room even more. The shimmering accents are not as bold as going with a non-white dress, but it is still gutsy. You will be the twinkle in everyone’s eye.
If you dislike gowns, try pants. Photo: Miguel Benitez
3. The Non-Dress.
If you want to really stray from the norm, and you have just never been completely comfortable wearing an eye-catching dress, maybe you can look into a pants/dress getup. You may get away with the Rosa Clara pants with wings, pictured above. It is a cross between traditional and comfortable. If you are not thrilled with the idea of a dress at all, pantsuits are becoming more and more popular at weddings.
Deep colors will make guests “Oooo…” and “Ahhh…” all the way home. Photo: Zak Kelley of Paper Photographs
4. The Asymmetricals and Textiles
You can hark back to your Prom. Maybe that is where you met your prince charming. Maybe it was the most memorable day of your life and you never want to forget it. If you want to wear something your guests will not forget, try Wai-Ching. Using techniques such as satin roping and pleat layering with rich texturing and color, this designer is bold and gutsy but still keeps dresses looking sophisticated and pretty.
Show some dazzle and glamour on your big day. Photo: Johanna Johnson
5. The Accessories
You can really have lots of fun with this one. You can coordinate your accessories to match your theme. Thanks to films The Great Gatsby and Water for Elephants, Jazz Age and Carnival weddings have been hot this year. For a Gatsby themed affair, you should bedazzle yourself with intricate jewelry and headpieces, such as the one pictured above by Johanna Johnson. For a circus or carnival theme, go for brighter colored jewelry and pieces. Feathers would work for both themes.
Confidence radiates when you feel beautiful. Photo by Kristy Bassett
No matter what you wear on your wedding day, you want to feel comfortable and confident. Keep this in mind while you are shopping for attire, and you can’t go wrong!
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Bridal Expos: What to Expect
Many brides sign up for wedding website accounts to get the latest scoop on wedding trends as well as everything a bride would want to know and need to have access to.
Another thing you might look into is attending Bridal Shows and Expos near you. It is a one-stop shop where all the vendors are presented to you in a box with a pretty bow on top. Brides will even have a friend or family member attend these shows for them if they are too busy or out of town. Here are some tips to get the most out of your Bridal Show experience.
One of the things to look forward to: CAKE! It is OK to try one of each flavor (and go back for seconds). Photo Credit: Honey’s Cakes
1. Organize. Mark your calendar. Visit show websites, such as The Great Bridal Expo and Wedding Salon, for upcoming show dates, times, locations and tickets.
Get a filing binder or folder with tabs and dividers. Remember to bring this folder with you to the show. The labels we recommend for your organizer are:
- Planners - Ceremony Venue - Reception Venue - Photography/Videography - Rentals - Music/DJs - Cake/Sweets - Makeup - Attire - Floral - Catering - Transportation - Other
2. The List. Check out the list of vendors who will participate in the show you are planning to attend and do the research. Go to the venders’ personal websites for a more in-depth description of what they do and offer. For further info, visit WeddingWire.com and theKnot.com to view the venders’ customer reviews.
Having notes on-hand about the venders you are interested in will help you on the day of the bridal show. You can save time by only approaching booths and tables you are interested in.
3. Ring Ring! Contact loved ones. Give family and friends whom you would like to join you a ring on the phone. You can make a day of it! Plan where and what time you are going to meet. Research nearby shopping, restaurants and cafes for things to do before or after the event.
4. Got a card? When in doubt, grab business cards and brochures. It can get very crowded at these events, especially if it is hosted by Wedding Salon or another large company. If you do not want to wait around a booth to speak to a representative, just ask for a business card or brochure (something with a contact name, telephone number and e-mail address).
Event design companies will always be a staple at wedding expos. Guests can appreciate all the fine details of their work. Photo Credit: DC Photobooth
5. Strategize. Have a strategy. You might think: “I will hit up all the photographers and videographers first. Then I will do all the DJ and music booths second. The third group is….” This method is not effective, unless your only goal attending a show is to look at and find one type of service, such as photography, because you have not found one yet.
Companies that host bridal shows and expos do not place booths in category order. Wedding ceremony and reception companies are mixed in with bakeries and florists. Your best bet is to visit each vender one row or area at a time. Once you finish an entire row or area, spot a booth handing out cocktail, food or cake samples, get sustinance and just chill for a moment before moving on to your next row or area.
Also, if a booth is swarming with people and you want to speak to someone at the booth just wait until the fashion show begins. Most brides and couples will be sitting in the stage area while watching the show meaning most booths will be open and venders available to chat. You will then have plenty of opportunity to approach the booths you were eyeing earlier.
Ask questions if you want more info about the services a company provides. Photo Credit: Another Wild Hare
6. Q&A. Prepare questions. As an engaged couple, there will be a point when you will have to face the music, sit down and take the time to come up with questions for the companies you would like to meet with. At the show, if you approach a booth and a representative is available to speak with you, you should ask away. Do not forget to bring water!
7. Early bird gets the worm. Arriving early gives you an advantage even if there are people manning the door and you have to wait in a line outside. Venders will be available to chat without rushing. You will be able to see the space better and locate certain venders, without people blocking your view. You have first pick for bags, pens, and other goodies while supplies last. Make sure you locate the nearest bathroom as well.
8. Bag it up. Find a booth giving out bags and snatch one before they run out. Tons of materials will be handed to you: fliers, coupons, samples, business cards, brochures, etc. Make sure to get a bag or two for everything you will collect from the show.
There are also makeup, beauty and hair venders. Definitely visit their booths if you are in the mood for a mini makeover. Photo credit: Shear Art Salon
9. Say Cheese! One of the first things to pin down at a bridal show is the photobooth. Not all shows guarantee a photobooth vender, but nowadays it has become more common for photobooths to show up at expos. Before getting your hopes up, first double check the vender list to see if the show is featuring a photobooth. Once inside, do not be shy if you are the first person or group at the photobooth. Otherwise, you will end up spending more time waiting in line to get your fun memories on a stick of photo paper.
Once you spot bartenders and bottles, have someone from your party get some drinks. It will help relieve the stress! Photo source: Wedding Salon
10. We have a Winner! Enter contests, promotions and sweepstakes. When you approach a booth, make sure to ask about any promotions or contests being offered. With throngs of people everywhere, it is easy to miss signs or notifications about deals. Being informed could score you discounts, coupons, or even a free service.
As wedding planners, we’ve attended many Bridal Expos, and we know what to expect. In addition, we are familiar with many of the vendors in the New York City area, and can help you sort through all of the information you collect. If you need advice on how to get the most out of such a large event, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Congrats! You’re Engaged. Now what?
Whether it’s “Oh my God!,” “Finally!,” or just completely speechless except for “Yes!” you are now engaged. You might be wondering what the next steps are.
Stress may be creeping up on you or you may be in blissful shock. Either way, just take a few days or even a month to let it mentally and emotionally sink in. Before you decide to do anything, just breathe and relax—enjoy being engaged.
You can stop here and come back to this blog post when you are ready to take on what to do after The Question, or if you are feeling good please do read on.
So many things to do! Photo credit to BrideBook
Before you hit up other sites for the full To-Do list, read below to find out the first four things you should take care of.
1. Discuss and come up with a solid budget. You need to start somewhere and this is the best place. In order to figure out everything else, you need to figure out what you can afford.
2. Create a guest list. This goes hand-in-hand with your final dollar amount. Figuring out the number of people you are inviting will give you an estimate of how much you must spend as well as rule out certain ceremony and reception locations.
3. Decide whether to hire a Planner. Wedding planning takes on average 400 hours to complete. Can you spare the time? If not, you may be better off calling in the pros. Look up wedding planners in your area. New York City planners range from mid $8,000s to $100,000 and higher. It is all about what you can afford. (We at Another Wild Hare offer excellent services at competitive prices.)
4. Find a venue. Locations book fast, sometimes two years in advance. Make sure your lock your dream venue down. Also, you may be having the ceremony and reception at different locations, in which case: start looking now.
Enjoy your engagement! Photo credit to HereisScribble
For everything else you need to know and do before your wedding day, please visit wedding sites such as Martha Stewart, The Knot and Real Simple. They have already made the lists for you, and got it down to a science.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need assistance with your special day!
Written by guest author Kathryn Yao