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consideration before choosing a
dress. Green- and yellow-hued
dresses may not look nice on women
with olive skin tones, while very
pale colours may wash out women
with fair skin. Those with dark skin
may need a brighter-coloured dress.
• Price Tag –It is an honour to be
asked to be part of a bridal party, but
that honour can be very expensive.
The bridesmaids are expected to pay
for their wardrobe, hair styling and
makeup, as well as parties and gifts
for the happy couple. As a courtesy
to the women who already will be
investing a considerable amount to
be a part of your wedding, make
every effort to select a gown that is
affordable. There are plenty of
retailers offering stylish options that
may not be as expensive as some
specialty stores.
• Other Tips –Once you’ve
decided on the basic elements,
consider the following suggestions
to find a gown that the bridal party
will enjoy.
• Take one or two bridesmaids
shopping with you. Try to select
ones with opposite body types so
you can see how the gown looks on
a woman who is thin and one who
may be more full-figured.
• Think about choosing separates.
The bridesmaids can mix and match
tops and bottoms to find a fit that
works. This may enable a woman
with a larger bust size to select a top
with supportive straps while another
bridesmaid can opt for strapless.
Many stores have increased their
inventory of separates because of
their growing popularity.
• Choose one colour and then let
the bridesmaids choose the style
they like the best for themselves.
The look will still be cohesive, but it
won’t be boring with one type of
gown. Also, each bridesmaid will be
comfortable with a gown that flatters
her shape.
• Go with a tea-length gown.
These gowns have become quite
trendy and are less formal and
cumbersome than full-length gowns.
Plus, there is a greater likelihood
that the gown can be used again at a
later date.
• Purchase the bridesmaid gowns
at the same store where you will be
purchasing your wedding gown.
Most shops will offer a courtesy
discount if the bridesmaid gowns are
purchased at the same store.
Ensuring bridesmaids are happy in
their gowns takes a little work but
will be well worth the effort
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MS –Wedding receptions run the
gamut from small, intimate
gatherings in a restaurant to large
spectacles featuring hundreds of
guests inside a banquet hall. At the
heart of any wedding reception is the
desire to present a memorable party
for all in attendance. That being said,
there are some steps couples can
take to add extra indulgence to
wedding receptions and really
set them apart from the
mundane.
With the average cost of weddings
now teetering around $28,000,
couples certainly are pulling out
expensive stops to treat guests to a
good party. Although some may
argue that spending tens of
thousands of dollars on a one-time
event is preposterous, there are
scores of couples who want to
splurge on an event that (hopefully)
will be a once-in-a-lifetime
occurrence.
With this in mind, many want to
add special touches to the wedding
that will show guests how much they
are appreciated and to make their
celebration different from previous
weddings. Here are some ways to do
just that.
• Butler-passed hors d’oeuvres:
During the cocktail hour guests are
mingling and taking advantage of
the opportunity to engage in
conversation. This may be the last
real opportunity to chat amongst one
another before the volume of the
band or D.J. drowns out discussions.
Rather than disrupt the flow of
conversation to make a trip to the
food stations, choose butler-passed
hors d’oeuvres to bring food right to
the guests. It lends a feeling of
indulgence and is also a convenient
way to keep guests satiated.
• Valet parking: Most wedding
venues provide on-site valet parking.
However, if you’re using a restaurant
or banquet hall that does not provide
this service, you can hire a valet
company to do the parking for
guests. While you will be whisked to
and fro in the back of a limousine,
guests will have to do their own
driving. Being able to exit the car
right in front of the venue and not
worry about finding a
parking space will be convenient for
guests.
• Emergency toiletries baskets:
Rather than spending money on an
extra floral arrangement for the
men’s and women’s restrooms,
purchase items that can be grouped
into a handy basket. For women,
include items such as extra pairs of
stockings, spray deodorant, sanitary
items and sewing kits. For men,
mints or mouthwash, dental floss,
cologne, and stain removal pens
may come in handy. In the event
that a minor mishap occurs
during the wedding, guests will
have items at their disposal to
remedy it.
• Specialty courses:In addition to
the cocktail hour and the main meal,
you may be able to arrange specialty
stations for guests with particular
palates or interests. Some couples
like to have a cigar smoking area or
you can offer specialty cocktails.
When ethnic customs are included in
a wedding, menu items can be
geared around native dishes. Candy
and dessert bars are also popular to
have at weddings, particularly if
children are invited. A flambé
dessert presentation is both a
spectacle and a treat.
• Overnight accommodations:
For the wedding that will run into
the wee hours of the morning, offer
guests a place to stay nearby to
remove the hassle of driving home at
a late hour. Some reception halls
have arrangements with nearby
hotels. For those that don’t,
negotiate a discounted rate for
wedding guests. Many do and will
set aside a block of rooms for your
event with a discount code. You may
want to treat guests who choose to
stay over to a complementary
breakfast the next day as one final
show of appreciation.
• Special seating: Guests who
may have mobility issues or
difficulty hearing may appreciate
being seated in certain spots for
convenience. Seat the elderly or
handicapped close to the exits and
the restrooms if possible. When
choosing a reception room, confirm
the distance to the restrooms to
make it convenient for those who
may not be able to walk far. Those
who may be sensitive to the music
can be seated away from the
speakers. And of course, every
attempt should be made to seat
individuals who may have conflicts
with others away from one another.
• Birthday and anniversary
mentions: You can notify the band
or D.J. of any guests in attendance
who may be celebrating their own
special events on your wedding day
or in close proximity.
There are many extra touches you
can take as a couple to make guests
feel welcomed and important at your
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