If I knew then...
Wow! I've been married a little over a yera and I still checkin on the message boards from time to time.
I know everyone wants everything to be just perfect for their wedding day, but I when I look back, I have learned some valueable lessons to pass on to all of you brides to be.
1- Don't skimp out on paying for a good videographer or photographer and do your homewwork on these vendors. I loved both of my vendors, but I found met another photographer (after the fact)that I would have been happy to have spent the extra cash on. I think she's listed on the Knot (Karen Cunningham).
2- Make sure your dress is comfortable and your bustle is well attached. I loved my dress, but my bustle broke in the middle of cocktail hour and I had to hold my gown the entire time.
3- You can skimp on invitations, flowers, and escort cards. These little extras do help set the tone of your day, but you don't need to go crazy with it. It all winds upo in the trash anyway. Sometimes, (especially in this case) simplicity speaks volumes.
4- Get a good make-up artist. Even though I really liked my make-up artist, I wish I had used the one my hairdresser suggested.
5- When you go for your hair trial, try to schedule an appointment to try on your gown, so you can see the whole picture.
6- Send out your thank yous ASAP. It took us forever and it was really embarassing :(
7- Register at more than one place. I know it's a pain, but a very good idea. I wish I had known Gracious Home had a rigistry, I would have registered there.
Lastly, breathe, smile, and try to enjoy your day. It goes so fast. YOu want to savor every moment.
Good luck and best wishes to you all.
I know everyone wants everything to be just perfect for their wedding day, but I when I look back, I have learned some valueable lessons to pass on to all of you brides to be.
1- Don't skimp out on paying for a good videographer or photographer and do your homewwork on these vendors. I loved both of my vendors, but I found met another photographer (after the fact)that I would have been happy to have spent the extra cash on. I think she's listed on the Knot (Karen Cunningham).
2- Make sure your dress is comfortable and your bustle is well attached. I loved my dress, but my bustle broke in the middle of cocktail hour and I had to hold my gown the entire time.
3- You can skimp on invitations, flowers, and escort cards. These little extras do help set the tone of your day, but you don't need to go crazy with it. It all winds upo in the trash anyway. Sometimes, (especially in this case) simplicity speaks volumes.
4- Get a good make-up artist. Even though I really liked my make-up artist, I wish I had used the one my hairdresser suggested.
5- When you go for your hair trial, try to schedule an appointment to try on your gown, so you can see the whole picture.
6- Send out your thank yous ASAP. It took us forever and it was really embarassing :(
7- Register at more than one place. I know it's a pain, but a very good idea. I wish I had known Gracious Home had a rigistry, I would have registered there.
Lastly, breathe, smile, and try to enjoy your day. It goes so fast. YOu want to savor every moment.
Good luck and best wishes to you all.
