Friday, March 29, 2013
Favorite Wedding Designs - Pronovias
This gorgeous dress is made out of feathers...need I say more.
For more visit: http://www.pronovias.us/
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Wedding Invitations 101

Ordering Tips: You should order your invitations - at minimum - 2 1/2 to 3 months prior to your event. This allows enough time to get the invites back and you can start addressing them. You should also order 20%-25% extra for your B list and for any error that may occur.
Also, you should consider postage in your budget. When I got married, I didn't account for postage. I know, I know, being a planner for over 15 years, I should know better, right? Depending on the size of your invite and if it can run through the postage machine, you may have extra postage added.
Have any ordering tips that you would like to share? Leave a comment at the bottom.
Thanks! Happy Wednesday!
Erika
Monday, March 25, 2013
Engagement Season Part II
Whether you're getting married 2 years after the engagement or 6 months after the engagement, you will need an action plan. This checklist will guide you step-by-step as to what is to come next. I can not stress to you enough the importance of booking a planner early in the game; your planner will save you time, money and stress.
However, if you've already gotten a team of people, check off what you have already gotten accomplished and move from there.
Post Engagement Checklist:
- Create a Budget - This should be the amount provided by all contributors
- Determine Wedding Date
- Determine Wedding Party
- Book Ceremony/ Reception Venues
- Start Guest List
- Book a Planner - Planners have insight and relationships with vendors
- Book Officiant
- Book Photographer and Videographer
- Book Band and/or DJ's
- Book Florist
- Determine Bridal Attire (Bride, Bridal Party and Groomsmen)
- Reserve Hotel Rooms
- Wedding Registry
- Wedding Website
- Determine Stationery (Invitations, Menu Cards, Seating Cards, etc.)
- Honeymoon
- Arrange Transportation
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Book Wedding Cake Baker
- Hair/Make-up
- Wedding Rings
I hope you find this checklist useful. Again, congratulations on your engagement!
Erika
·
|
Friday, March 22, 2013
Favorite Designs - Lazaro
Lazaro is one of my favorite gown designers. Look at how gorgeous this dress is, from the fullness of the skirt to the intricate details. This gown exemplifies the new and improved strapless bustier.
Still looking for a gown? Find more of Lazaro's designs at http://www.jlmcouture.com/Lazaro
Tell me, would you wear this dress on your wedding day?
Erika
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Wedding Invitations 101
![]() |
Photo courtesy of www.etsy.com |
![]() |
Non-Traditional Wedding Invitation; done by yours truly. |
http://www.invitationconsultants.com/sw-main.aspx
Erika
Monday, March 18, 2013
Engagment Season Part I
The Engagement Season starts on Thanksgiving and ends on Valentine's Day; hitting several of the major holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day and of course, Valentine's Day. According to The Knot, approximately 39% of engagements will take place around that time of year.
So you're engaged what's next???
Well, I know you've dreamed about this time since you were a child, but now it's time to start planning. If you're going to book a planner, now is the time to get one; a planner will save you time and money. (What better reason to have a planner?) Next, you will need to book your venue for both the ceremony and reception.
Next week I will give you an action plan as to how to proceed with your wedding planning. It will surely get your mind on the right track and help you prioritize.
First, comes first....Congratulations on your engagement!!!
Erika
Friday, March 15, 2013
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Brides and Basketball
Hey Everyone,
Long time, no speak? This past weekend I represented Brides Against Breast Cancer at a Brides and Basketball event. We were there to get the word out about their organization and some upcoming events.
I also got to see the Clippers play against the Detroit Pistons! Take a look at the photos.
Erika
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)