Wedding Planning
What is a wedding? A wedding is a celebration of two people who unite their hearts and souls as one. How do you want to celebrate your wedding? What is important to you? Is it important to have your entire family and a multitude of friends in a lavish, elegant venue with the best food…
Read MoreOkay brides. You are so excited – the venue has the date available and you are eager to sign on the dotted line before someone else gets your date! Have you read the fine print on the contract? Here are a few things we noticed on some contracts that you might want to check: A…
Read MoreAnyone remember David Letterman’s Late Night show? David Letterman had his Top Ten lists. With that in mind, I put together a Top Ten Guidelines to be a Better Bride. This list is designed to help you really enjoy the most important day of your life AND at the same time eliminate the stress of…
Read MoreWant an instant conversation piece? This is so easy and so fun! First – find meaningful photos of each of your wedding guests. It could be a picture of you and Aunt Betty at a family reunion, or a photo of you with your Uncle Jim at his Christmas Party, or just a photo of…
Read MoreOne of the things BrideStLouis feels is important is their goal to help brides understand the world of weddings and the professionals that provide the services to make their event the fabulous event that it will be. Planning a wedding is new to the newly engaged couple, and dealing with vendors in the wedding industry…
Read MoreWe love getting emails from brides who found BrideStLouis.com so helpful. In fact, the bride who sent us this information inspired us to collect similar information from other brides. So, after reading the following, if you know of any brides who would like to share the details of their wedding have then submit photos and…
Read MoreMaking the decision to terminate the services of your wedding planner less than 90 days before your wedding is a huge decision. Never lose your temper and fire your wedding planner on the spot as it can only make your life more difficult. However, there are some certain signs that it may be in your…
Read MoreMany of today’s mothers have daughters who are rapidly making their way up the corporate ladder. But many of these brides-to-be still depend on the balanced advice from their mom’s when it comes time to picking a venue, finding a gown, or tasting the cake. Today’s moms need to help provide the proper balance in…
Read MoreWant to keep the party going? The more you can adhere to these pointers, the more likely your party will be at full steam at closing time. It’s been said that a party should end “Not when it shouldn’t end, but when it does.” What that means is that it feels better when people are…
Read MoreOkay the pressure is on, and you are stressed! Your best man and maid of honor are totally not into the traditional toast speech. They turn to you for help. Here are some easy intros to get them started in the right direction. Sample Speech Formats: It can be hard to share your best friend…
Read MoreAre you debating whether to see one another before the ceremony? Let’s these 8 photos of tender and loving moments show you why they are so popular.
Read MoreBe prepared! Here are some solutions for many bridal day issues. Rain – It is what it is. Have a backup plan and perhaps give everyone in your wedding party inexpensive parasols. And they say, it is Good Luck to rain on your wedding day. Getting dizzy while standing at the altar – Many people…
Read MoreEvery bride should have an emergency kit handy on her wedding day. Anticipating anything big or small that can go wrong is the key to staying calm. I’ve seen just about every major and minor mishap including a bride who forgot to bring shoes for her wedding. No problem – we just stop on the…
Read MoreHere are ideas submitted by you, our readers. It’s time to start voting for your favorites. Go to our Facebook page and tell us your favorite or email us at Bride@BrideStLouis.com and tell us which idea is your favorite. Please provide the number and the name of the person who submitted the idea. Voting…
Read MoreDid you know that every Wednesday at the St. Louis County courthouse you can get married by a judge? The other week I had the chance to observe brides and grooms lining the hallways waiting their turn to be called before the judge. As many as 28 couples waited their turn and then were called…
Read MoreRule #1 – There are no rules! Rule #2 – Do whatever you would like! Some quick additional notes: For many of the current weddings, the average number of attendants has risen from 3 to 6. If you choose to have 6 or more, remember this – you will have one that is contrary, one…
Read MoreIt’s true, weddings can be expensive! However, there are ways to still get married and not start married life in deep debt. I have heard nationwide estimates of $27,000 for the average wedding, but here in the St. Louis area, I find that the average cost is closer to $23,000. What if you can’t afford…
Read MoreThe New Year is here and like most people, I have no idea where the year has gone. Because New Year’s Resolutions can be daunting, I’ve consciously decided to be more realistic about expectations. I might make a list, but I no longer feel that I have failed, if circumstances keep me from completing my…
Read MoreAt this time of year, if you are planning a winter wedding and celebrating the Holidays, you might feel that things are spiraling out of control. Even if your wedding is several months away, here are seven golden ideas to keep you in control: Stay within your budget. (Yes, you really need to create…
Read MoreFew symbols have a tradition as long and as rich as the dove. A White Dove Release is a breathtakingly beautiful sight! The symbol of hope, peace, and love all wrapped up in two beautiful snow-white birds. Two doves in a pure white decorated birdcage are usually set up at your wedding near where vows…
Read MoreThis is our final section that continues our discussion about wedding planners and how they do business. We will answer the final two questions and provide a summary of their responses. What are some of the toughest issues that you have had to deal with? Dealing with families of the couple is the…
Read MoreToday’s blog continues our discussion from the previous day about wedding planners and how they do business. We posed four questions to various planners throughout the area, and here is a summary of their responses. Second question to our wedding planners: When you recommend a vendor, what is the basis of that recommendation? Do you…
Read MoreRecently I had the wonderful privilege to talk to several Wedding Planners in our area and I asked them several questions regarding Wedding Planning and issues that they had experienced. Plus I asked specific questions about their business practices. Here are some insights from professionals in the field and some honest information about how they…
Read MoreIncluding your child in the wedding ceremony is extremely important in second marriages as it helps the child/children feel as if they are part of the new family. A nice touch is to present the child with a gift just after your vows are completed, and when you present this gift, you each can make…
Read MoreOver the last few years, I’ve noticed more and more winter weddings and find they are just as elegant as a June wedding. In fact, one bride last year was a bit sad because she planned a winter wedding and was really hoping for snow. Here are some ideas to help keep in the spirit…
Read MoreWe know you have a wide variety of wedding venues from which to choose here in the St. Louis/St. Charles area. From lavish gala aficionados to barn locations, there really is something for everyone. The following list of questions and tips will help you navigate your options. Print this list out and use it as…
Read MoreNot all weddings have to be expensive and extensive. Sometimes the best weddings are the smaller, more intimate ones. Just because you are low on funds, doesn’t mean you can’t get married. I’ve seen some terrific weddings with less than 10 people! The easiest way to save money on the reception is to limit the…
Read MoreOne piece of advice that I give brides is that your wedding will most likely have a bump in the road. No matter how well you plan, there are times when things go wrong. Sometimes it is things beyond your control like weather, and other times it’s dealing with one of the many people that…
Read MoreIt’s time to talk about making your wedding reception something that family and friends will be talking about for years. You don’t have to spend a fortune. You just need to add some extra pizazz and show guests that you really appreciate them. Let me explain what I am talking about. After years and years…
Read MoreProvide etiquette advice and/or guidance Help with the creation of a custom wedding theme Refer and contact wedding vendors, get estimates, set up and attend all appointments with you, review each contract before signing to ensure that everything is as it should be Assist in your wedding invitations, making sure they are sent out on…
Read MoreThe Boy Scout Motto is “Be Prepared” and the same applies to every couple looking for a reception site venue. Here is a list of questions that you will need to ask each and every potential venue. Before going into detail determine if they are available for your particular date. If you are still open…
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