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As a wedding planner in Santa Barbara (Click here), I know a thing or two about wedding etiquette.  Bridesmaids are usually responsible for helping the wedding planner and giving their opinion when the bride chooses a wedding dress.  A bridal shower is usually thrown by the bridesmaids, however it is not necessary.  The mother of the bride or someone else close to her may want to plan this special event.  

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One of the first things you'll think about after you've gotten engaged (beyond the dress of course) is find your wedding venue. Once you've have the right spot, all the rest of those wedding day details (color, style, decor etc.) should fall into place. What should you look for in your reception site (aside from that sense of rightness you know you'll have the moment you see the perfect spot)? Keep these helpful hints top in mind.


A Roomy FitIt sounds obvious (because it is) but make sure the room is large enough to accommodate the number of people on your guest list. The space may look enormous when it's empty, but wedding essentials -- tables, chairs, a buffet, a bar, the band or DJ setup, the dance floor -- can take up a lot of space. Not to mention your guests will need some elbow room. Even if you choose an outdoor site, you'll need ample room on the lawn, in the arboretum, or poolside. The best way to assess the size of a site? Ask to take a peek of the space when another wedding (with an equivalent guest list size) is all set up. Of course, if you decide you must have your wedding at your favorite bar (the one with one bathroom, two booths, and three feet of floor space), you can always work backward and tailor your guest list to match. 


Eating, Drinking and Partying AreasThere should be logical places within the space where guests can eat, drink, talk, and dance. When you're standing in the space, try to envision where each activity would happen (especially if your ceremony will be there). If a room is too small to separate into sections accordingly, you will probably feel cramped. If it's shaped like an S or some other oddball figure, that could compromise your party's flow, as well. Also, note the locations of columns or other obstructions in the room -- will they block people's views of the dance floor or the cake table where the best man will give a toast?


Privacy!Privacy varies widely from place to place, as does the importance couples place on it. If you're having a daytime event in a public spot, such as a park, beach or botanic garden, be prepared for strangers to trek past your party. They may even smile, wave, and come by to offer their good wishes. If this is okay with you, go for the park. If not, opt for a lawn on a private estate or golf course. Or, hold the reception at a restaurant or gallery that will allow you to buy it out (as in, guests-only). Be sure to ask about available security at your site to keep gate-crashers at bay.
In addition, don't think that just because you're indoors, you're safe from uninvited guests. Banquet halls and hotels often hold more than one affair at a time. If there'll be other events going on simultaneously in rooms close to yours, you may hear karaoke-loving guests singing their hearts out to the sounds of Madonna through the walls or meet them over the hot-air dryers in the bathroom. If this bothers you, try to schedule your wedding when there won't be another one next door. If this is impossible, visit the site on a dual-party night and see how the sound carries and whether there really are any major people problems -- before you make a decision.

LightingLight can make -- or break -- the mood and the space. If you're marrying during the day, make sure your hall has plenty of windows. Who wants to spend six hours in a dark room when the sun is shining? If it's an evening affair, make sure the room's not too dim -- or that the lighting can be controlled for the big entrance, dinner, and dancing. If you're marrying outdoors, say, at dusk, will you be able to set up candles if necessary?
Visit the site at the same time of day that you've chosen for your wedding. Even if the space looks romantic by candlelight, you may be surprised by the sight of that 20-year-old carpet during the day. You'll also miss a chance to see how sunlight streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows completely transforms the room, if you only check it out in the evening.

A Great ViewWhat will your guests see when they walk into the room? Whether it's your city skyline, a stunning vista of rolling mountains beyond the windows, or the crashing sea on the sand behind you, exceptional locations with a view are always a plus. If there's no view per se, look to a place's decor or architectural details: artwork on the walls, fine Persian rugs on the floors, period furniture in the corners, or an amazing crystal chandelier as the room's centerpiece all give your reception site that something extra.


The Right ColorIf you're considering a certain theme and color palette for your party -- say, a modern lounge-style cocktail party reception done in black and red -- those gold cord swag curtains are really going to wreck the effect. The site doesn't have to be done in the exact colors as your planned decorations, but the walls, carpets, chairs, and curtains shouldn't clash or conflict with your party's mood or theme. If you want a spring wedding brunch, look for a space that's done in light (perhaps pastel) colors or florals. For classic elegance, consider a room done in neutrals or black and white.


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A bride is expected to look perfect on her wedding day for all photo opportunities that present themselves.  This may seem challenging, but this wedding planner in Los angeles recently set out to make it less intimidating.  With her tips you will look flawless no matter what.  Her tips are unique and extremely helpful when it comes to your wedding beauty routine.  Click the link below to read:

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In the wedding industry there’s a saying that every wedding has a budget. Even if you’re spending $1 million, you’re still on a budget.On average, U.S. couples spend $25,656 for their wedding, with the majority of couples spending between $19,242 and $32,070, according to a survey by The Wedding Report Inc., a research company that tracks and forecasts spending and consumer trends for the wedding industry.If you’re looking to spend less or at least stick to your budget, the key is to prioritize, said Tracie Domino, founder and creative director of Tracie Domino Events in Tampa, Fla.“People want to stay on budget,” Domino said. But couples don’t want to appear cheap, rather “they’re looking for value,” Domino said.

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Jessica Simpson may not be married to fiancé Eric Johnson just yet, but the mother of two is still dishing out advice for women who are getting ready to walk down the aisle.

"The wedding day is a very important day, but I think it's important for us, as brides, for us to know that it is the day we are most loved," the 33-year-old beauty revealed during a recent Google+ Live Chat for her Weight Watchers campaign. "No matter what your dress looks like, no matter the chaos of all of it, everybody is there to celebrate you, and to celebrate the love between you and your fiancé."

The fashion designer got engaged to Johnson in 2010, but the pair have put their wedding plans on hold due to Simpson giving birth to the couple's two children, daughter Maxwell Drew, 1, and 6-month-old son Ace Knute.

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I am one of the most successful wedding planners in Los Angeles and I have seen many brides struggle with the confusion of the wedding planning process.  To ease most newly engaged couples into the wedding planning journey I recently defined some of the most common terms.  These terms include fondant, tablescape, charger, etc.  Click the link below to read the full version of this post.

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HERE ARE SOME SMALL BUDGET TIPS TO CREATE THE  BIG WEDDING FEEL ON YOUR SPECIAL DAY.There are so many things to consider location, flowers, cake, food, and lets not forget the all important dress. So what is necessary for weddings on a tight budget? First and foremost creativity, and also a willingness to compromise. When planning a wedding on a tight budget try finding a venue that is free, such as your friend’s, neighbor’s, family member’s beautiful backyard. Weddings on a tight budget should also focus on a small guest list, limit your guest list to those friends and family members closest to you.

BELOW ARE JUST A FEW WAYS YOU CAN DECORATE AND HAVE A BIG IMPACT WITH LITTLE $$.


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