The preparation for a Wedding can take a year. The day goes by in a blink -- probably the fastest 8 hours you'll ever have. And you may be so overwhelmed, with all the people, rituals, photography, etc., that you don't have an opportunity to take everything in. I recommend to all my brides that they have lots of photos, and videotape taken. The photos are what you will have forever to commemorate this one special -- this one Perfect -- day. Encourage all your friends to bring cameras. Some of my favorite wedding photos are ones taken by friends -- candid, spontaneous shots not taken by my professional photographers. After the wedding and honeymoon were over, I entertained myself by photoshopping some of my own photos with special effects, etc. It was so much fun! These photos will enhance your memories and whenever you look at them you will get to re-experience your Wedding Day. Have fun!
Coach Paula
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Be Prepared!
Tips for the Bride
* Wear a white kimono over your dress after you are put in it until your big reveal.
* Test your bouquet and bridesmaids bouquets for drops of water or color release by wiping the side of the bouquet across a white towel. (Some flowers do give off color).
* Have lambswool (sticky back type) available for your shoes, if needed
* Have an emergency kit -- bandaids, needle and thread (white or ivory, or the colors of your dress and your attendants' dresses), safety pins, styptic pencil, tweezers, q-tips, face tissue, make-up remover stick (works great on eye make-up smudges), aspirin, spot remover appropriate for your dress (note: you must check with your dress manufacturer or dry cleaner about which spot remover can be used on your dress), corn starch or baby powder for minor spills to your dress, extra stockings, extra underwear, masking tape, scotch tape, scissors and antacids.
* Don't drink -- you're already at risk of being spaced out -- don't ruin your reception by being drunk or sick (yes, it has happened...)
* If you don't have a coordinator, have a go-to friend who will handle details, like your purse, and taking you to the bathroom...
* Have someone (a friend or coordinator) with your photo checklist so you make sure you get all the shots you want. Your photographer is moving rapidly in the moment and may need to be reminded of certain shots.
* It is nice to take photos with each couple/guest so that they can have a photo keepsake -- even if you just email it to them. It makes guests feel that they are a part of your big day!
* Make sure you talk to each of your guests and thank him/her for coming!
* Don't fight with anyone on your wedding day. (Trust me -- this is a biggie!).
* Get sleep and don't drink the night before the wedding -- you will need all your energy. After all, you are going to be the star of a major production!
* Have fun at your Wedding!
And this post is written with love for my niece Linda, and my cousin, Elke -- two beautiful Brides-to-be! Love, Paula
* Wear a white kimono over your dress after you are put in it until your big reveal.
* Test your bouquet and bridesmaids bouquets for drops of water or color release by wiping the side of the bouquet across a white towel. (Some flowers do give off color).
* Have lambswool (sticky back type) available for your shoes, if needed
* Have an emergency kit -- bandaids, needle and thread (white or ivory, or the colors of your dress and your attendants' dresses), safety pins, styptic pencil, tweezers, q-tips, face tissue, make-up remover stick (works great on eye make-up smudges), aspirin, spot remover appropriate for your dress (note: you must check with your dress manufacturer or dry cleaner about which spot remover can be used on your dress), corn starch or baby powder for minor spills to your dress, extra stockings, extra underwear, masking tape, scotch tape, scissors and antacids.
* Don't drink -- you're already at risk of being spaced out -- don't ruin your reception by being drunk or sick (yes, it has happened...)
* If you don't have a coordinator, have a go-to friend who will handle details, like your purse, and taking you to the bathroom...
* Have someone (a friend or coordinator) with your photo checklist so you make sure you get all the shots you want. Your photographer is moving rapidly in the moment and may need to be reminded of certain shots.
* It is nice to take photos with each couple/guest so that they can have a photo keepsake -- even if you just email it to them. It makes guests feel that they are a part of your big day!
* Make sure you talk to each of your guests and thank him/her for coming!
* Don't fight with anyone on your wedding day. (Trust me -- this is a biggie!).
* Get sleep and don't drink the night before the wedding -- you will need all your energy. After all, you are going to be the star of a major production!
* Have fun at your Wedding!
And this post is written with love for my niece Linda, and my cousin, Elke -- two beautiful Brides-to-be! Love, Paula
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
It's Still Wedding Season
All the beautiful brides are getting ready for their big day! They are thinking about many things, including the cost of the wedding, will everything be perfect, will they look like a queen -- the usual. But there is also something else happening. Each girl/woman is preparing to step into a new life, a new identity, new responsibilities. The veil will be lifted and the joy will abound! Celebrate! This is a River Crossing and there is no going back! You are joining a new club! If you need help along the way, consider Bridal Coach. At Perfect Bridal Coaching, we coach from Engagement through the First Year of Marriage and beyond.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
The Wedding
I heard someone talking about how she had to get a dress for a wedding she was going to -- a dress for the wedding and outfits for the other pre and post-wedding events. Then she said she was going on a long trip and was not buying anything. I asked her the difference between the wedding and the trip. The trip is regular life, she said. Museums, restaurants, hiking, touring -- regular life. But a wedding -- a wedding is special, she said. A special occasion where everyone -- not just the bride -- wants to look their best because it adds to the specialness. I liked that.
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