Archive for December, 2009

Wedding Day Emergency Kit

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

Wedding Day Emergency Kit

A checklist of things every bride should have on hand on her wedding day.

Be prepared! Print this list and check off items as you assemble your kit.

Grooming

¨ hand lotion, wet wipes

¨ curling iron, hot rollers

¨ tissues

¨ hairdryer

¨ cotton balls, cotton swabs

¨ brush, comb

¨ makeup

¨ hairspray, hair gel

¨ makeup remover

¨ bobby pins, hair elastics, barrettes

¨ nail polish in shade worn

¨ headband or clips for pulling hair back while applying makeup

¨ nail polish remover

¨ toothbrush, toothpaste, floss

¨ nail file

¨ mouthwash

¨ tweezers

¨ baby powder

¨ small grooming scissors

¨ deodorant

¨ small hand towel

¨ perfume

¨ lint brush

Attire

¨ “throwaway” garter

¨ safety pins and a sewing kit with thread the color of bride’s and attendants’ dresses

¨ clear nail polish for runs in pantyhose

¨ masking tape or sewing tape (for last-minute ripped hems)

¨ extra earring backs

¨ small scissors (for thread)

¨ extra buttons

¨ club soda or other stain removal solutions

¨ flat shoes for the reception

¨ iron

¨ extra pantyhose

Health/Medical

¨ antacid

¨ bandages

¨ antihistamine, cold remedy, any prescription medications

¨ upset stomach remedy

¨ aspirin, pain relievers

¨ feminine hygiene products (tampons, panty liners, etc.)

Miscellaneous

¨ extra copies of directions to reception

¨ small flashlight

¨ breath mints

¨ folding utility knife

¨ cell phone and home phone numbers of all wedding participants

¨ duct tape

¨ contact information for all vendors

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¨ snacks

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¨ cooler with juice, sodas, and bottled water

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¨ champagne, glasses

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Eleven tips for the Best man or Brides maid speech and toast.

Friday, December 11th, 2009

Eleven tips for the Best man or Brides maid speech and toast.

  1. How do you know the bride and groom?
  2. Why did they choose you as best man?
  3. How would you describe the bride and groom as a couple to friends?
  4. What was the groom like before he met the bride? How has he changed knowing her?  How has the groom matured or not?
  5. How did they meet?  How did the groom tell you about her?
  6. If you are married, you may wish to think about marriage advice you’ve received or have learned.
  7. Are there any particularly amusing anecdotes that illustrate who the bride and/or groom are?
  8. Be considerate, do not to tell ‘private’ stories that could upset the wedding.
  9. Do not talk too much about yourself, this is their day.
  10. Keep your speech under four minutes and practice it with notes.
  11. Remember to lift your glass and toast at the end!

Making wedding photos better while maintaning elegance

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Most outdoor weddings need sound re-enforcement to play pre-recorded or live music, or to amplify the person performing marriage ceremony.  Speakers need to be placed where they are effective, but often spoil some of the wedding photos.  Using a custom tailored speaker façade/cover solves this problem and maintains the elegance of the surroundings.  Note how the speakers in the photo disappear into the background.

Making wedding photos better while maintaning elegance

Making wedding photos better while maintaning elegance

Maintaining Elegance
Maintaining Elegance