tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22361205913271893812024-03-05T00:24:34.529-05:00A Bride's BFFA wedding planning blog for brides filled with tips and wedding inspiration.Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.comBlogger76125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-68337956438365449072014-07-09T09:30:00.000-04:002014-07-09T09:30:01.318-04:00Guest Seating Arrangement TipsFor many couples, guest seating arrangements can be one of the most stressful parts of wedding planning. Here are some helpful tips to get you through the task:1. Don't wait too long to begin working on your guests seating arrangements. Seating arrangements always take so much longer than anyone ever realizes. My advice is to start working on this at least 1 month in advance, or as soon as the Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-43280168707233749862014-07-02T14:03:00.000-04:002014-07-02T14:03:00.297-04:004 Bachelorette Alternatives: Ditch the Strippers & Do Something NewBachelorette parties don’t always have to be about strippers, nightclubs and little penis shaped straws. It’s the age of personalizaton – from invitations to ceremony readings to wedding playlists. Now more than ever, the entire process leading up the day of weddings is being tailored to reflect the personalities and quirks of the couple saying ‘I do.’ Here are 4 fun alternatives to consider:A Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-42201788163171517272014-06-27T09:30:00.000-04:002014-06-27T09:30:00.342-04:003 Simple Tips to Stay Within Your Wedding Budget
Today on Frugal Fridays: 3 Easy Tips to Help You Stay Within Your Wedding Budget.
Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-35338611641200376622014-06-18T09:00:00.001-04:002014-06-18T09:00:01.873-04:0026 Non-Floral Beach Wedding Centerpiece IdeasThe great thing about beach-themed wedding centerpieces is that there are so many great non-floral options. This also means they can be assembled way ahead of time. Check out these 26 fantastic non-floral beach centerpiece ideas:
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Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-56906880247374494232014-06-11T09:00:00.000-04:002014-06-11T09:00:05.996-04:00Real Wedding: Swanky & Sultry DC WeddingI remember my first meeting with the bride. She blew me away when she described her wedding venue: An Upscale Burlesque Restaurant and Bar in Washington, DC named SAX. I had never heard of the place and to be honest, I could not visualize how this would work for a wedding! But this girl knew exactly what she wanted, and her vision and ideas were very clear right from the start. During our first Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-70305190769096976222014-06-06T12:30:00.000-04:002014-06-06T12:30:24.758-04:00Frugal Fridays-Cheap DIY Wedding Ideas
Just because you're trying to save money on your wedding doesn't mean it has to look cheap! Check out these frugal but fabulous DIY money-saving ideas.
Save money by buying a very simple cake and wrapping different widths of ribbon around your cake. Uses complementary colors and contrasting textures to give it a pretty effect. Then, stick the ends together with royal icingMimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-71791768906353555582014-05-30T17:04:00.000-04:002014-05-30T17:04:04.090-04:00Repost: We're Having An Ambush Wedding!<!-- Copying this AtContent post you agree with AtContent™ Terms of Service (https://atcontent.com/terms/) -->
So imagine this...your recently engaged friend is "planning" her wedding scheduled for sometime in the far future(12-14 months from her engagement). She decides to throw a New Years Eve party with her groom-to-be to ring in the New Year....
Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-21168878416670161952014-05-22T10:47:00.000-04:002014-05-22T10:47:11.004-04:00Military Wedding Details and EtiquetteIn honor of our men and women in uniform on this upcoming Memorial Day weekend, today's blog post is about Military Weddings.
Many people who have affiliations to the Armed Services may want to incorporate their respective military organization into their big day. I was actually surprised at the lack of information available about the etiquette and particulars of planning a Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-16672438268656601512014-05-14T12:39:00.000-04:002014-05-14T12:39:00.278-04:008 Creative Uses for Wheelbarrows in Outdoor WeddingsIt's amazing how with a little creativity and love, the most ordinary and mundane things can be converted into extraordinary works of art. A wheelbarrow is a fun prop you can incorporate into your outdoor wedding in so many fun ways! Complete your romantic setting with a display of floral extravagance set upon a vintage wheelbarrow...
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Use it as an outdoor cooler to serve Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-1878988936829888452014-05-07T09:30:00.000-04:002014-05-07T09:30:03.098-04:00What Your Color Scheme Says About Your Wedding
The color scheme you choose for your wedding is more than just décor, on a conscious and unconscious level, colors and color combinations create powerful moods and feelings.
Ensure that your guests will get the right message by knowing what different colors mean and the emotions they invoke. Then, just like your wedding décor, use color in creative ways to support your message and to Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-58349556994637732622014-04-30T09:00:00.000-04:002014-04-30T09:00:07.885-04:00When Tragedy Strikes on Your Wedding DayNot long ago I had a prospective bride contact me for Day-of Coordination Services. She decided to hire me as her Day-of Coordinator, so I sent her my contract to sign. After not hearing back from her for several days I emailed to follow up. Sadly, I learned that, her fiancé’s mother had passed away. And with the wedding just a few weeks out, now they weren't even sure if there would be a weddingMimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-13356585004012623892014-04-23T10:08:00.000-04:002014-04-23T10:08:00.068-04:00Unique Alternatives To The Basic Wedding TentIt's always best to include a tent at any outdoor wedding or event. Tents provide shelter from the elements and can do a lot in setting the tone for your wedding. But selecting the right tent for your type of event is essential. Luckily, today tents come in many innovative and unique styles and options. Gone are the days of the old hum-drum frame and pole tents. Check out some of these snazzy Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-18807435469910593902014-04-16T09:32:00.000-04:002014-04-16T09:32:00.744-04:005 Must Haves for Your Country Rustic WeddingCountry-Rustic Weddings have been steadily gaining popularity over the past several years. If you're planning on using a Country or Rustic theme for your wedding, here are some must-have decor items that will bring your theme to life:
Mason Jars
Newport Light Photography
Burlap
Ruffled
Wooden Crates and Signs
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Natural Elements (grapevine, curly willow, branches, mossMimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-7226392088496941342014-04-10T09:00:00.000-04:002014-04-10T09:00:02.186-04:00Love and Cherry Blossoms are in Full Bloom in Washington, DCSpring is an excellent season for a wedding in my hometown; the nation's capital. With all the pink cotton candy-like cherry blossom trees blowing in the wind, love is literally the air! Washington's Tidal Basin may be the most famous site for the cherry blossom spectacle, but in reality trees in bloom can be found all over the Washington, DC metro area. Check out this one in my back yard.
Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-6374563802802612432014-04-04T09:00:00.000-04:002014-04-05T20:41:07.350-04:005 of The Most Commonly Overlooked Wedding Planning Mistakes For most people, getting married only happens once in their lives. And with all of the excitement about the wedding plans, couples often overlook these subtle details which they soon come to regret. Here, I offer insights into some commonly overlooked areas of wedding planning:1. The Wrong MusicThe right music can make a wedding day that much more meaningful, while the wrong music can make the Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-71167508264385062592014-03-27T16:36:00.000-04:002014-04-15T21:40:31.591-04:00How to Simplify Your Wedding Guest ListWhen you stop and consider all the things you have to spend money on for your wedding guests (food, favors, venue space, etc...), you realize that the size of your guest list can make or break your wedding bank. We've all heard it over and over again..."the easiest way to cut down on your wedding expenses is to cut down the wedding guest list".
But how, exactly, do you Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-83438373674653547972014-03-19T15:13:00.000-04:002014-03-20T15:06:42.907-04:00Wedding Monograms
Are you stuck on figuring out ways to personalize your wedding? Consider a wedding monogram. Hands down there is no easier way to personalize the look of your wedding than by slapping your initials all over it (in the loveliest of ways of course).
Monogram UsesThere is an endless list of possibilities on where and how you can use your wedding monogram. It’s commonly used on everything from Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-75399184180017171072014-03-16T15:04:00.001-04:002014-03-16T15:04:26.749-04:00Wedding Planning Tip: Cocktail Hour Hors d’oeuvresDo not skip hors d’oeuvres at your cocktail hour. There’s nothing worse than guests drinking for one or two hours with not enough food to eat.
Not sure whether to serve stationery hors d’oeuvres or passed hors d’oeuvres? As a rule of thumb, especially in a more casual atmospheres, stationery hors d’oeuvres are ok as long as there is enough to go around, and you set it up in a way where your Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-23718590709850241092014-03-14T09:30:00.000-04:002014-03-14T09:30:01.899-04:00Does the idea of all the attention on you as a bride freak you out?Does the idea of all the attention on you freak you out? Many of the brides I work with tend to be on the introverted side. But that's ok! Here are some tips from Blissful Bride Coach Jennifer Gilchrist who is doing a 30-day series on becomming a blissful bride. Check her out:
)Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-16943947959108265182014-03-10T09:30:00.000-04:002014-03-10T09:30:02.652-04:00Nautical Wedding Favor IdeasI love beach and nautical themed weddings. Below are of my favorite nautical-inspired wedding favor ideas that will add the perfect touch to these weddings. Design Tip: don't feel stuck by having to use the traditional navy blue, white and red colors. You can create a nautical theme using bright colors too!
Anchor Candy Cups, Nautical Twist Wine Bottle Stoppers, Sea Salt Favors, Sailor Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-27469669789574863302014-03-04T09:00:00.000-05:002014-03-04T09:00:12.447-05:00Real Wedding: Unconventional Wedding Venue Couple Shirani & DavidPiggybacking on my last post about unconventional wedding venues...I want to give a big shout out to my newest clients Shirani and David who will be celebrating their nuptials at SAX DC (a burlesque lounge). Yes, you heard right, a burlesque lounge! Complete with dancers and all. When I first discovered what type of venue my client had chosen I was like HUH?! But it's not like what you wouldMimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-36593123931778513342014-03-02T09:30:00.000-05:002014-03-02T09:30:00.070-05:00Non-Traditional Wedding VenuesReception halls and hotel ballrooms are not the only locations for wedding receptions. Today anything goes. A budget conscious bride may be able to find eclectic, wedding-friendly options; many of which may surprise your guests (in a good way). When selecting a non-traditional wedding venue it’s important to keep in mind the following:Not all choices will end up costing less. The secret is Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-58866741615454337382014-02-28T09:00:00.000-05:002014-02-28T09:00:00.657-05:00Wedding Etiquette: Thank You CardsAre thank you cards are going
out of fashion? I hope not; a big Thank You should never go out of fashion!
Proper
wedding etiquette states that you should send out thank you cards within 2
months of the wedding.
Check out this article from our friends at Jam Paper for information
on how to address your thank you cards and thank you card wording examples.
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makeMimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-34867257352635498482014-02-26T00:11:00.000-05:002014-02-26T00:11:00.193-05:00Personalized Tea Bag FavorsPersonalized tea bag favors are a great idea for your wedding and here's why:
Affordable yet stylish. The favors featured here sell for about $1.00 each and yet are elegantly dressed up with 3 styles.
Tea is classic. Americans have been sipping this savory brew since 1907, when an American tea merchant named Thomas Sullivan began handing out samples of his tea in small, Chinese silk Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03879774805052545633noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2236120591327189381.post-80351739865371763762014-02-24T09:00:00.000-05:002014-02-24T09:00:08.386-05:00Wedding Etiquette: Bachelorette PartiesBachelorette parties are fun times, but it's not up to the maid of honor and/or bridal party to host the bachelorette party for the bride. If she wants one, then everyone who attends should contribute equally, even the bride!
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