A Few Drops of Rain Won’t Ruin Your Big Day

For many brides, rain is one of the absolute worst things that could happen on their Big Day. When you look at this situation through pink-colored glasses, though, you will find that things are not as bad as they seem.

What is there to know about coping with rain on your wedding day? Here are some tips to keep in mind:

• You cannot control it – so why stress over it? Summer, fall, winter or spring – rain could pop up as an uninvited guest at any point during the year. Take it as it is – this may actually be the only thing you cannot plan months in advance.
• Be ready. Planning an outdoor event? Have a plan B in store, just in case rain decides to pour down on your guests. A wedding tent is a really great solution for outdoor weddings on a damp day – so make sure to have one prepared.
• Make guests feel cozy. Rain has started? Make guests forget about it! Provide them with excellent foods, hot chocolate to warm up and a huge smile every time you see someone joining in on the dance floor – they will completely forget about the rain.
• Make yourself feel great. Put on a pair of colored, fun wellington boots and take out your chic umbrella – it’s time to shoot some fun rainy wedding pictures! The right photographer can turn these into works of art, so don’t be afraid to have some real fun with this shooting!

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Your Out of Town Guests Will Be So Happy If You Do These Things!

Inviting out of town guests is a great thing to do if you want these people to be by your side on your Big Day. However, it comes with a certain kind of responsibility – especially if you know these people haven’t visited your wedding location before.

How to make your out of town guests feel really happy with your wedding day? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

•      Arrange their transportation. A shuttle bus to take your guests to and from the airport, as well as to and from the wedding ceremony and reception – now, that’s something your guests will definitely appreciate! Moreover, you will also make sure they aren’t late for the wedding – so it’s a win-win situation, really.
•      Offer them accommodation options. You are not obliged to pay for your out of town guests’ accommodation. However, you should do everything in your power to make this trip feel as smooth as possible for them. Offer them a list of accommodation options, so that they can choose whatever suits their style and budget.
•      Welcome them with a pretty gift. A welcome bag or box can really put a smile on your guests’ faces! You don’t even have to go overboard with this: a basket filled with delicious local goodies (such as a special type of honey you can only find in that area) will definitely satisfy your out of town friends and relatives!

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What Do You Do With Last Minute Guests?

RSVPs have a very clearly defined role – but sometimes, it doesn’t even matter how much you plan for the perfect wedding day and it doesn’t even matter how easy you make it for guests to send back their RSVPs. Surprise guests are almost bound to happen, and you should be prepared to handle them gracefully.

What do you do when a last minute guest confirms their presence at your wedding? Here are the most essential tips to know:

•        First and foremost, you announce your coordinator or Maid of Honor. By this moment, they should already have a list of confirmed wedding guests and the seats they are assigned to – so they can easily find a bit of extra room at a table. If an unexpected guest shows up on the actual wedding day, it is important that your Maid of Honor has this list with her, so that she can smoothly handle the situation.
•        However, if the unexpected guest announces their attendance a few days before the wedding, you should make sure they are provided with an escort card, just like everyone else. Ideally, you should order a few blank ones when you order your day-of stationery. This way, even unannounced guests will have a theme-coordinated escort card to help them navigate the seating chart.
•       Last, but definitely not least, remember not to let this ruin the wedding day for you. This is a unique moment in your life and you deserve to be fully happy – so take things as they are, season them with a big smile, and enjoy your Big Day!

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Top Tips to Choose a Wedding Date

As wedding planners, we know your wedding date is hugely important for the entire wedding planning process. But how do you actually set the date? How do you do it in a way that will positively impact everything else?

• We have some tips for you – read on, find out more, and start planning the wedding of your dreams.
• Season, location, and even day of the week – they all matter, especially from a financial point of view, but from that of the weather as well. If you want to save money, try to have your wedding in off-season, at a location that’s not highly touristic, and during the week (or on Sunday).
• Your friends’ weddings should also have an influence, especially if there are a lot of guests who will have to attend both weddings. Try to allow a gap between the weddings, so that everyone can attend all of the weddings.
•  In general, it is highly recommended that you don’t plan your wedding on a holiday. Not only will it be more expensive, but it is quite likely that many of your guests will not be able to attend it because they have other plans.
• Last, but surely not least, make this a special date. Try to set your wedding around the date you met the first time, or even around the engagement date. Doing this will add a lot of sentimentalism to the entire Big Day, making it even more magical.

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Luxury Wedding Ideas You’ll Love

Most people believe that luxury weddings cost a lot. Of course, they definitely do come at a hefty price when thinking of the traditional sense of the word “luxury - but the truth is that you can still have a stunning wedding that looks utterly opulent and elegant without spending a lot on it.

What are some budget-friendly luxury wedding ideas both you and your guests will love? Here are some wonderful suggestions:

•        Pop open one of those really big bottles of champagne. They are much less expensive than it may seem, and even if they fall in the higher price range, they are worth every penny. There’s something really luxurious, elegant, and festive about those bottles that makes them the perfect addition to a delicious wedding cake.
•       Not sure about the big bottle of champagne? How about some smaller ones – or, to be more precise, mini-bottles of champagne as wedding favors? You can personalize their label with your wedding date or a cute message and they can be kept by the guests as a souvenir of your Big Day too. Plus, let’s face it: they are absolutely adorable too!
•        If you want your ceremony to feel as if it was torn out of a real-life fairytale, invest in a truly over-the-top backdrop for the altar. Even a very simple space (such as a classic backyard) will be instantly styled-up if you create a gorgeous backdrop made out of blooms, greenery, or even unique items (such as old photos or vinyl discs).

We bet you want to enjoy your engagement and the months leading up to the Big Day – and we have some great news for you: we can actually help you plan the perfect wedding without the slightest trace of stress in your life! Contact B.A. Bride Wedding and Event Planning today and let’s talk about your dream wedding!

How to plan a long distance wedding

Long distance wedding planning can be even more difficult than planning a wedding at home (or at least in close vicinity to it). However, it can definitely be done – especially if you keep in mind the following tips:

• There’s a list of things to do “here” and a list of things to do “there”. Write down your tasks and see which of them can be done at home, and which of them will require for you to travel to your wedding location. For instance, you can buy your wedding dress and the bridesmaids’ gifts at home, but you should definitely meet face to face with your florist, pastry chef, and photographer.
• The simpler and more minimalist your wedding is, the easier it will be for you to handle all the small details involved in planning the big day – regardless of where you may be located and where your wedding will take place.
•  You will have to make quick decisions – but that doesn’t mean you have to make them rash too. Think things through, decide on the spot when needed, but make sure you only make choices that are 100% compatible with the rest of the wedding.
• Sometimes you will have to let go. There will be times when things will simply not go as you planned them to – but it is essential to let go of these moments, move with what you have, and genuinely enjoy this utterly unique and amazing day in your life.

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What guests dislike about weddings

The last thing you want at your wedding are guests that don’t enjoy themselves – so you will want to do everything you can to make sure everyone’s happy at your big day. What are the things guests dislike most about weddings? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

•        Weddings that take place during three-day weekends. It may sound like a really amazing idea to have a three-day weekend wedding, but it is more than likely that a lot of guests will have other plans for that min-vacation. Avoid these weekends for your big day – and if you absolutely must have your wedding on a national holiday weekend, be sure to let everyone know about it long before the big day arrives.
•        Receiving lines. Everyone hates these – so why have them anyway? We all know wedding etiquette is much more relaxed these days, so you can definitely skip the traditional receiving line and simply meet and greet everyone at their tables. It saves time, creates a much warmer and welcoming atmosphere, and it helps you re-organize your wedding day schedule in a way that’s genuinely enjoyable.
•        Bad directions to/from your wedding venue and ceremony site. You really don’t want your guests to go MIA as a result of your bad directions – so it’s highly advisable that you do everything in your power to make sure they can easily reach all points of interest. Maps, pictures, directions, GPS coordinates – they can all help. Furthermore, asking someone to actually “test” the instructions will surely help you spot any potential errors.

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Wedding planning mistakes to avoid

As wedding planners, we know how difficult putting together a wedding can be – but we also know there are a ton of mistakes that can be simply avoided to begin with. What are some of the worst wedding mistakes brides make – and why not make them as well? We have some tips for you – continue reading to find out more.

• Don’t buy your dress online. Of course it’s tempting to believe there’s a gorgeous wedding gown to be shipped from China at the modest price of $50 – but chances are it’s going to be nothing like the photos you were presented with. Even if you do buy from a reputable site, you might want to measure yourself first and ensure you have a seamstress to help you adjust the dress to your particular body.
• Don’t skimp on the makeup artist. We know you are amazing at doing your makeup – but the truth is that you will be really nervous on the morning of your wedding day. Avoid making makeup mistakes by hiring someone to do it for you.
• Don’t buy the accessories before the dress. You can only know for sure what dress you will wear once you actually purchase it – and buying the accessories before it may prove to be a waste of time and money.
• Don’t go all DIY. It’s not cheap, it’s really time-consuming, and it can become a huge source of stress. It is a great idea to sprinkle your wedding with one or two objects or elements created by you – but doing everything yourself will only turn you into an anxious mess.

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8 Last Minute Wedding Details You Can't Forget About

We all know planning a wedding is no easy task – and while you surely have everything in order, there are always those small details that can very easily slip away. What are some of the most important last minute wedding details you can’t forget about? Read here and find out more.

•      Your last wedding gown fitting. This is one step you definitely need to do as close to the wedding as possible (so that all the small last minute adjustments are made).
•     Writing a note for your groom. He is the love of your life – so why not sweeten his Big Day even more by sending him a beautiful, romantic note? He will more than appreciate it!
•      Appoint someone to be the go-to person. It may be your Maid of Honor, your mom or anyone else. This person should be completely reliable, because they will basically replace you in giving instructions and helping the guests around.
•      Prepare the tips. Although it will not be you who gives away the tips (usually, that’s the Best Man or another close member of the wedding party), you should still make sure to have them prepared before the wedding day.
•       Re-confirm all deliveries. Be 100% your cake, your flowers and your food will be there on time on the Big Day!
•       Confirm all back-up plans, specifically the “bad weather Plan B”. Yes, we never like to think of the worst case scenario, but taking it into consideration and planning for it can be a true life-saver.
•      Finish up your “getting ready” timeline. Remember, you should allow some “extra” for this so that you don’t run out of time!
•       Pack for your honeymoon and send your luggage to the hotel. The last thing you want to worry with on the morning of your wedding is how and what to pack. Carefully plan this ahead and send the luggage before you, so that you can simply pack it up and escape into your honeymoon.

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The Hard Truths of Wedding Planning

Hiring the best planner and vendors is crucial for the success of the Big Day. And while they will all be more than eager to make you happy, it is also important that you know what your expectations should be.

• What are the wedding planning things nobody actually tells you? We have gathered some of the hard truths of wedding planning – so read on and find out more.
• You cannot make emergency calls to your planner and vendors all day long. In truth, there are very few issues that actually require an “emergency call”. Of course, your wedding planner will share your sadness if one of the bridesmaids can’t make it to the wedding, and they’ll be there to jot down small changes you make along the way. However, most of these things can be communicated via email – so calling your vendors or planner for them may not be an efficient idea.
• Wedding planners and wedding vendors like holidays too. So finding good ones during the busiest times of the year might get more difficult than you think – and those who will be available are entitled to charge more. After all, you don’t want to be in the office on the 25^th of December either – don’t you?
• You cannot complain to your wedding planner for every fight you have with your fiancé, or for every quarrel you have with the Mother in Law. Your wedding planner is there to counsel you and offer you advice, but she cannot be your best friend and professional service provider all at once.

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Tips to staying sane during the wedding planning

We all know just how hectic and downright stressful wedding planning can be. Yet, you should always remind yourself that you are doing this for a day of joy and happiness – and you should be able to enjoy it, instead of being too tired or anxious over everything that happened during the wedding planning process.

• How to stay sane during the wedding planning? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.
• First and foremost, don’t feel pressured to plan the wedding in a certain amount of time. Take as much time as you need it – some of you may be perfectly fine with a 1-year engagement, while others may need longer.
• Do whatever makes you feel good. A large part of the pressure experienced by brides and grooms is due to an archaic set of rules everyone feels they must follow. Sure, many wedding etiquette tips make perfect sense even in today’s world – but there are still a lot of things you can simply do your own way.
• Relax. You need this – you need to take some time off every now and again and ensure you are getting the relaxation you need. Date nights, pampering at the spa, or simply spending an evening with Netflix and your loved one – they can all help you control the stress and feel better about the entire wedding planning process.
• Don’t do it all alone. You are just one human being, and there are many around you who will be more than happy to lend you a helpful hand. Delegate some of the tasks to your Maid of Honor, fiancé, mother, bridesmaids, and anyone else who wants to help.

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