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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1983-04-27, Page 8Poge 8 Times-Advocote, April 27, 1983 for all occasions No matter what the occasion yoe can count on getting quality mei- chandise and helpful advice. Small • appliances, glassware, brass, wicker and much, much more all at competitive prices. • / GETIYARE role ot/S (OTIC/r, P(2uS , •12 Main St. 25.2511 ( . (Weddins are special to LIS. VI/el take pride in our wedding doios and feel that all aspects of Four •floral accessories shoulcl.be perfect. Let us help create a look•that enhances your day and we will enter your name in our draw for a Second honeymoon at ' the beautiful Benmiller Inn aounP! P1owes 395 Main St. Exeter 235-2350 0 (ommenial, InduNda) and',,•d,hnv, Phnh,maph, 137 Thames Rd., Exeter, Ont. NOM 1S0 Telephone 519-235-1298 Your Floor and Wall Covering Specialists Hwy. 21 Grand Bend 238-8603 Planning A Wedding? • • We rent Wedding or Anniversary Cakes Remember 5% Discount on Bulk Fruit for the Bride's cake itt •�ss IP!V. M egw..w INwNe W &P.M w b We're open: Daily 9 a,m. - 6 p.m. Thurs. & Fri. 9 - 9 Closed Sundays Everything for the Bride and Groom It's comforting to know you can depend on these professionals to do their part in making your wedding day the happiest event in your life. These experts all offer friendly personal service combined with excellent selection • Entertaining suggestions for newlyweds in small living spaces Although living space is at a premium these days, a couple does not have to sa- crifice entertaining in style. Here are some entertaining tips that will help newlyweds make the most of the space they have. Tabletop Tips: An attrac- tive tablesetting can be the basis for successful enter- taining. But before selecting your china pattern, you should consider both your lifestyle and living space. Will you have a problem storing your china because ()flack of shelf space in your apartment? Do you enjoy both casual and formal entertaining? if so, you should consider purchasing one set of china — one that can be dressed up or down according to the occasion — such as "'Lantana," a new transitional china available in eight romantic patterns just introduced by Lenox. Versatile china pattern According to Charles Solt, design director for Lenox, whose fine china and crystal head the` list of most popular bridal registry selections, "Lantana was designed for flexibility and versatility — designs that can be used for both a casual Sunday brunch and a more festive Saturday night din- ner party. And it's very affordable too — something most newlyweds consider a top priority." Dining with Style: When having dinner.guests, do not try to squeeze fifteen people at a table meant for eight. Instead, set out a group of small tables rather than one big one. This will allow the hall and sometimes a comer of the living room to be used. Or consider a buffet, but be sure to serve food that doesn't need to be cut. Also, if serving space is a problem, cover a desk or ENTERTAIN WiTH STYLE, even in small spaces, with Spring Violets, a new transitional fine china pattern from the Lantana Collection just introduced from Lenox China. Spring Violets, with its elegant scalloped shape, is called transitional because it carebe dressed up or down for both casual and formal entertaining. That means there is no need for extra storage space for two sets of china. T. V. table with a protective pad and patterned tablecloth that coordinates with your china pattern. Decorating Space Savers: Before inviting your first guests over, you will want to decorate your apartment to reflect your sense of style. When decorating. be careful not to crowd your space with too many pieces of furniture. Functional and versatile pieces are the keys to creat- ing a room that is comfort- able for a party of two or twenty. Modular furniture, which can be separated and moved easily about a room Remarriage: a whole new proposal Nearly 30 percent of all marriages today are remar- riages. But the number of remarriages isn't all that's growing, says Bride's maga- zine. So is the spirit of cele- bration. Traditionally, couples em- barking on second and third marriages faced strong pres- sure to keep the wedding a small, quiet affair bearing lit- tle resemblance to a first wedding. Etiquette hooks addressed the subject with an abundance of negatives: "Thc remarrying bride does not wear white;" "A second engagement is never an- nounced in the newspa- pers.' All that's changed, says Bride's. The emphasis now is a lot less on rules, a lot more on the importance of sharing a joyful new beginning sur- rounded by family and friends. Some of Bride's sugges- tions for a remarrying couple: • As the bride. he just a little bit selfish at this time. Wear an engagement ring. Indulge in a beauty day at the salon—complete with lavish haircare, facial, and manicure. You deserve nail! • Feel free to marry in the outfit ofyour chcice. Thc traditionally .,impte, cream - colored suit is still lovely — hut so is a romantically long and lacy gown. in white or your favorite color. Thc only accessory best omitted, suggests Bride's. is the veil — lone a symbol of youth. A more >.ophisticatcd choice might be a dramatic picture hat cloche , or wreath of fresh or silk flowers. • if either of you has chil- dren. try to include them in as many plans as you can. As Barbara Tober, Editor- in- Chief ofBride's says, "if children will he part of your marriage. why not make them part of your wedding'?" They'll feel especially important playing a rule in your ceremony —depending on their ages. they can he ring hearers or flower girls, bridesmaids, ushers. or honor attendants. • Make your reception as extravagant a party as you wish, complete with all the wedding traditions— a receiving line. the "first dance." the ceremonial cut- ting of the cake. and a cham- pagne toast. A warm way to welcome guests is to head tip the receiving line yourselves, rather than leaving it to your parents. They, in turn. will he free to circulate among guests. • Don't feel a honey- moon isn't necessary "this time ,wound." Getting mar- ried is tiring. even if you've been through it before. How to fit in some rest and relaxa- tion around childrenY If possible, plan a trip just for the two of you first, then a "group honeymoon" so you'll all feel like a family. into different groupings, is an attractive and space -sav- ing choice. Wallcoverings can add a more spacious feeling to small rooms but you should select soft, neutral colors. Also, if you want patterned wallcovering, be sure to select a small print rather than a busy, strong geomet- ric pattern. Married alien the year is new, He'll be loving, kind and true. When February birds do mate. You may wed, nor dread your fate. If you wed when March wind's blow, Joy and sorrow both you'll know. Marry in April when you can, Joy for maiden and for man. Marry in rhe month of May, You will surely rue the day. Marry when June roses grow, Over land and sea you'll go. Those who in July do wed, Must labor always for their bread. Whoever wed in August be, Many a change are sure to see. Marry in September's shine, Your living will be rich and fine. If in October you do marry, Love will come, but riches tarry. Hyatt wed in bleak Novem- ber Only joys will come. remem- ber. When December snows fall fast, Marry, and Inge love will last. Hang it alt If floor space is a prob- lem, try to think of the objects you can hang on your wall such as stereo speakers, lamps, or even a bicycle. By using a little imagina- tion and pre -planning, a newlywed couple can enjoy entertaining in style, no mat- ter what size home they have. Advice on advice for the bride and groom How to handle a never- ending stream of advice from family and friends is a chal- lenge all marrying couples face, according to article in a recent issue of Bride's maga- zine. "It's.not good fora mar- riage if a wife makes more money than her husband," the bride's mother might say. "You really should buy a condominium instead of renting." the groom's uncle will insist. Everyone is eager to help a pride and groom adjust to their new roles. The only trouble with all this help is that it can be so over- whelming that the couple end up feeling confused and pressured. Which advice should they take? How can they turn down a piece of advice without hurting a loved one's feelings? In order to deal with this situation, the couple must know what they want, says Bride's. They should sit (low n together before the wedding and ask: "Where do we want to live?" " How important will our carecN he?" " How (10 we hope to spend our free time?" Pre- marital counseling — avail- able through churches, universities, and psycho- logical associations — can help by providing a frame- work for these talks. The answers the couple arrive at should he as specific as possible — for instance, "We'll try to start a family with,n three years," or "We'll plan to spend 1 week- end a month alone. just thc two of tis." When the couple disagree, They should push to find a compromise rather than one or the other simply giving in. since "easy" solu- tions often lead to anger and resentment. Once a couple feel secure in their decisions, says - Bride's, they'll be able to react calmly to the advice coming their way. First, they should deter- mine if there's an underly- ing reason why a person is so eager to offer advice. If a bride finds her mother -in- law -to -be taking a little too much interest in the wed- ding, she should stop and examine what's going on: maybe the woman always wanted a daughter of her own. The bride can then respond on this level instead of with anger and perhaps think of ways to get her fiance's mother more involved. Second, the couple should realize that all the advice they get won't be useless — especially when an advice -giver has experi- ence in the area. A harried bride and groom may feel that yet another opinion on where they should go for their hone nioon is the last thin they need, but if it's coming from a cousin who has traveled all over the world it could prove invalu- able. Finally, the bride and groom must know how to stop listening and turn down unneeded advice. Since most advice -givers mean well, it's only kind for the couple to let them know that they do value their opinions even if they can't use all of them. But, at thc same time, they should make it clear that they arc rejecting the advice: "We've thought about what you said, but it's just not right for us," or "Thank you, but we've already decided on another plan." in the end, a couple must he able to say, "We did it aur way." ire ave an excellent selection for weddings and other formal occasions. Representing Syd Silver, Classy and Freeman Rentals t.xquisitely d.signrd mai hing engagement and wedding rings are available in every price range. Our extensive selection is sure to hold the ring votive always dreamed nt. Sto. in s,o,. How-to's of trousseau gift -giving: Consider color, fabric and style The most favored gift of any trousseau is intimate apparel. Whether you're the groom looking for this intimate gift, or mother of the bride, here are some simple shopping tips on how to select your trous- seau gift. Color is always a key fac- tor when selecting an inti- mate gift. Keep a sharp eye on what the bride-tq-be is wearing these days and which colors she favors. Most likely what colors she wears outside reflect what she'd love to wear under- neath. Pale pastels and roman- tic prints look fresh this season. Shades such as nude and champagne, lav- ender, silver, rose, Tight blue and mint are among the newest. Soft colors also offer greater wardrobe mr�ileage because they can bri"worn under blouses and dresses of all shades when darker tones may be more limiting. Seek out a salesperson to help you in the department. tell her the bride's color preferences, then ask her advice about choosing styles and shades. Intimate apparel is sen- suous by design but one important consideration in buying is selecting the right fabrics. Not -many brides today want to iron slips or send nightgowns to the dry cleaners, so look for easy - care, stain -resistant fab- rics. One of the most luxurious fabrics offering the feel and look of silk combined with ease of care is "Qiana." "Qiana" fabrics not only drape beautifully with the look of pure elegance, but they are also hand or machine washable. If the 1 FOR HER TROUSSEAU there's nothing more elegant to receive than an embroidered lace-trinuued ensemble from Barbizon. A dreamy twosome in flowing "Qiana" satin is as easy to care for as it is beautiful. bride prefers a more cotton - like hand, look for blends with " Dacron" polyester for truly easy -care. Selecting a style can be trying with so many beautiful designs this season. In day - wear, items such as a cami- sole with tap pants, a teddy. lacy full slips and chemises. are all great trousseau ideas. Most popular are long or short sleepwear gowns with matching coats, cozy paja- mas, or short -length cami- soles and chemise sets. Lace and embroidered trims add final fashion touches. Loungewear styles in jumpsuits, pajamas and caf- tans are dual purpose and can be worn for home enter- taining as well as for loung- ing. A quilted robe in "Qiana" satin makes a lovely gift, especially if your honeymoon is planned for a cold weather spot. If the intimate details of size is a question, find out what sweater or dress size the bride wears. Sleepwear and loungewear are often sized similarly to dresswear and sportswear, either in numbered sizes, 46-8-10. or categorically,' Petite, Small, Medium or Large. Fitted innerwear styles,'such as camisoles and full slips, are more often labeled by bust size, 30/32 and up. Crispy, versatile waffles: they're not just for breakfast any mope! Serve crisp, golden waf- fles throughout the day .. . not just breakfast! The sur- prisingly versatile waffle can be enjoyed as a deli- cious dessert, even a main dish. With the new Oster "Gold 'n Crispy" Waffle Maker, two delicious waffles can be made in just 2- 21 minutes. Thermo- statically controlled heat grills evenly and exactly to ensure perfect waffles every time. By adding your own favorite topping or varying your recipe, you can enjoy different waffle taste treats at any meal. You and your new spouse can share in the fun of making delicious hot waf- fles right at the table. The Oster "Gold 'ii Crispy" Waffle Maker pro- duces waffles that are toaster -size for quick reheating. A convenient signal light tells you when the waffle maker is ready for cooking. Clean up is a breeze with its nonstick, non -stain sur- face. When not in use, it stores away compactly. There's convenient cera storage, loo! 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