Question for early ceremony brides!

Our ceremony is early - 11:30, which means hair & makeup are going to have to be done early (7-8 am). Did you guys have problem finding a hair and/or makeup stylist to come to you this early in the morning? On a Sunday no less? Just wondering, it's something I hadn't thought about originally, but now am kind of worried about. Thanks!!

First, she asked for some advice and that's what we are trying to do.
I know what she feels like and believe me, I didn't want my in-laws on mine either, but you know what? It doesn't hurt anyone and the only thing that it does is get, you, the bride stressed. Why do that? She will be so much better off for her OWN sake, not theirs. It really could be uncomfortable for her for A LONG TIME if she doesn't. Since she isn't spending any extra money on it and it will leave out a lot of pain, she's better off. This is just my opinion and totally from my own experience. It's not worth what she will go through later. Who knows, she may become very close to her in-laws down the road and regret that she didn't right?

Question for early ceremony brides!

My wedding is on Sept. 24, 2000, on Sunday morning, also at 11:30am. I didn't really have a hard time getting someone (in fact, I just got my people this week), because it IS so early in the morning, that they are usually free. The only problem was getting people who are located in the area, so they won't have to travel far to get to you that early. Good luck!

Regarding the wording as relates to who is paying - I think that the parents names listed first implies that they are hosting ("paying") for the wedding. If your parents are hosting and are the ones covering the entire cost, they most probably will feel bothered by the idea that some folks may assume that your fiance's parents are contributing. The "son of" line sounds like a nice gesture to include them on the invite. Regarding how his family treats you - you basically have 2 choices, put them on or don't. Do whichever feels comfortable for you. We all know ourselves, no one can make that decision for us. Good luck. Try not to let it stress you out.

The invite is issued by the "hosts" of the wedding, in this case your parents, so it's improper for Fi's parents to be included at the top - Your parents are inviting everyone to their party celebrating your marraige - his parents are not co-hosting.

Question for early ceremony brides!

I'm concerned too, because my ceremony begins at 11:30 as well. The ceremony and reception will take place at the same facility. My main concern will be decorating the reception hall, what time should the florist be there to set-up, when can I unpack favors, place the centerpieces, etc. I know some halls let you do some decorating the night before, only if the facility isn't booked...but I doubt it if I would get so lucky with my wedding in July 2001 at Chateau La Mer.

Any helpful hints?

Star

Question for early ceremony brides!

We have to drop off our favors the Thursday before our Saturday afternoon reception and the reception hall takes care of the set up.

The Sweet 16 I saw set up looked GREAT, as did a few other events - I have complete confidence in them. Talk to your coordinator at your reception site - they should be able to tell you the routine for the day with regard to set-up. Your vendors should be able to handle their part directly with the hall too, you may just want to confirm that they have done that and are all set.

Question for early ceremony brides!

Thanks Karen. That is helpful. Details like that could easily get overlooked, with so many other things going on. I will talk with my banquet manager and vendors, to make sure we are all on the same page...:-)

Star

The Sweet 16 I saw set up looked GREAT, as did a few other events - I have complete confidence in them. Talk to your coordinator at your reception site - they should be able to tell you the routine for the day with regard to set-up. Your vendors should be able to handle their part directly with the hall too, you may just want to confirm that they have done that and are all set.

decorating,etc

My cateringhall took care of all the decorating, setting out the favors, etc. And when you sign the contract with the florist, you can dsicuss with them the time they need to be there to set up the centerpieces, your personal flowers,etc.

408 for me! :-)

decorating,etc

Thanks Phyl. I'm especially concerned about the centerpieces because I might do the fish bowl thing. So I might be responsible for preparing that portion right? Maybe I will ask the catering hall to find out my limitations...it doesn't hurt to ask. Thanks again.

My reception is at the Sandcastle.

Question for early ceremony brides!

My wedding is at 11:30 too. I may have to get my hair dont the night before and sleep sitting up !!! (I dont even know any hair salons way out in Suffolk) What are you doing Star?

Question for early ceremony brides!

Hi
I am getting married September 17 also 11:30 ceremony. My first stylist turned out to be a flake, long story. What ended up happening is my mother went to a hair place in my area and we found someone great who lives right in my neighborhood. For makeup. my mother was going to do it. I ended up going to a prescriptives counter and this girl did a great job. She is going to come to my house at 7:30 to do the make up. I know an early start is a pain in the butt cause when you call places they always are interested in you coming to them but just keep calling and checking. I am also dropping off my stuff at the place on this Sunday so I dont have to bring it all that morning.
Well I asked him to let me know today and he didnt e mail me ( I was out of work today to pick up my dress) Tomorrow morning I will just have to call him.