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Happy Brides I think that being a Bride must be one of the most memorable occasions in a woman's life. It was more me. On the special day, every bride will want to look her best and takes care that everything about her is perfect. The glow on the bride's face is natural and comes from within. It all starts with those nice smelling bathing salts, the herbal treatments, the beautifully created wedding dress, the coiferred tresses, the enhancement of the facial features with the required make up, and finally the perfect jewelery to adorn the femineity of the bride, completes the bridal look. Falling in Love - Such a Romantic Time. Whether you are the bride to be, or the proud Mother of the bride this is an exciting time for you both! Congratulations, to you and your fiancé on your engagement. It all starts here. The planning, the organising and the celebration; making it into the happiest day of your life. But, when do you start to plan? NOW. Begin straight away. Start a wedding folder to keep all the correspondence in. Get organised and make a list of everything. It's more fun if you do it with your Mother or a very close friend. : Remember to stay friends with Mum. She is as exited as you are and will be dreaming of you on your day. Regularly ask her for her opinion and make her feel special too. Get exited together, with lots of hugs and cuddles. This will make it lovely for both of you. Don't rush anything, have endless discussions over the shape of your dress, the colour of the table linen, the booking of the hotel, deciding on the menu, who to invite, the seating plan and lots of other things; like what colour dresses the bridesmaids will have to match the theme of the day. Don't forget your friends. You will need your girlfriends around you too. These ladies will want to share their thoughts and ideas with you, so let them. The time will come when you will be helping them with dreams of their own. Above all, make the planning fun for everyone. This way you will get so excited that you will begin to tingle in anticipation. Involving the Bridegroom Now, many of the wedding articles and guides you read will recommend that you involve your 'husband to be' at the planning stage, ie right at the beginning. True, some men are extremely organised and can absorb lots of planning detail without being confused. Generally, however, they can't, they just switch off. Nearly all the best weddings are organised by the bride and/or her mother. Naturally, it is important that you both view the reception venue together, and regularly attend church, if it is to be a church wedding. Likewise, encouraging him to attend wedding fairs will make him feel that he has contributed. Other than that though, it might be wise to keep him informed as you arrange it. Maybe the bridegroom will be given the task to arrange the transport; wedding cars and such, and may also be asked to sort out the hiring of the Morning suits or Dress wear, for himself, the best man and the Groomsmen/Ushers etc. Not always though; you may want to co-ordinate the bridesmaids dress colour with that of the Groom and Groomsmen's cravats and pocket handkerchiefs. This may be crucial to the colour of the day and will need careful planning. Nothing should be left to chance, smart brides plan for success. Most Bridegrooms are either writing their speech or planning the stag weekend with the best man and that will take up a lot of time. Keep him in the loop with the plans on a 'need to know' basis It will be stored somewhere in the memory banks for future recall. Enough said on the subject. So, what exactly do you have to organise? In no particular order: Here are my Top 20 essentials:- 1. Set your budget - a realistic maximum you can afford 2. Set Date, Day & Time - If a church wedding, make appointment to see the Vicar/ Priest 3. The Reception Venue - If it's to be civil ceremony, can you hold one there? 4. The Caterers (if not provided by the Venue) decide your menu choice and drinks order 5. The Band/DJ - they get booked up very quickly, don't leave it too late 6. The Toastmaster - Does the venue provide a professionally trained Toastmaster? I had one - they are brilliant! 7. The Photographer/ Videographer - Recommendation is the best way to choose 8. Decide on the number of Guests - Daytime and Evening, refer to budget 9. Best Man, Bridesmaids and Groomsmen - decide on outfits & dresses 10. Your Wedding Dress - allow 4 months minimum for a made to measure dress 11. Order your Wedding Cake - allow 6 months to marinade if traditional 12. Decide and book your honeymoon - remember to change Passport in your new name 13. Florist - order your flowers, including bouquet, button- holes & arrangements 14. Wedding Gift list - choose a company that satisfies all your requirements 15. Invitations, Order of service booklets, place cards, Menus & Seating plan 16. Book transport - You, your parents and attendants too. 17. Decide on Readers at Church or civil ceremony 18. Buy gifts for Parents, Best man, bridesmaids and other contributors 19. Choose your wedding rings - Allow time to be made or altered 20. Book your hairdresser. Make-up specialist & Manicurist Then book your Stag and Hen weekend - you will have earned some fun! ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Now, let's take a look at The Brides individual needs. - The Dress. Exploit your femininity -Bedazzle and impress your friends. WOW!! - Essential Oils - fill the bridal suite with a wonderful aroma - Fragrance. 'Love is in the Air' buy a sophisticated scent to waft you down the aisle - Hair. Choose a stunning style to compliment your tiara & facial features - Make-up. Have the best. Look a million dollars! Hire a Professional - Heavenly Spa. A must for you, Mum & the bridesmaids, the day before - Manicured Nails. Look Perfectly Polished with soft sheer shades - Shoes. Elegance and style will help you walk on clouds of joy - Jewellery. Needn't be expensive, but should LOOK Expensive! Get the book 'How to be Lovely- The Audrey Hepburn Guide to life' - By Melissa Helston - Inspirational! Below, is a wedding planner It may remind you of something you have forgotten. If you want to return to the Home Page Bride and Bridegroom - Wedding Planner Date & time of wedding: Church or Civil ceremony: Bride's name - are you keeping your name? Reception Venue: Address: Arrival time: (if Church Wedding) Hall / Hotel contact name: Let key people know Time of Wedding Breakfast: Plan timings Number of Guests: where will you seat them? Is Grace Required? Photographer's name: Videographer name: Flowers by: Usher's names: Are you having a receiving line? Are flowers & gifts to be presented? Band or Disco Name: Time of First Dance: Harpist name: String Quartet's name: Wedding cameras on tables? Wedding Guest Book Wedding Invitations - By Misty Honeymoons - By Mike Mansfield Planning a wedding - By Keri Wood __________________________________________________________ I hope Jane's view and advice helps. If you want to talk it over without pressure? or just need re-assuring, either way call me on 01380 871784 or 07770 625378 Or if you want to check my availability by going to my contact page Finally..... Seven Keys to a lasting Marriage By Melody Brooke MA, LPC, LMFT Wedding Services, Wedding Services, Wedding Services, Wedding Services, Wedding Services, Wedding Services. Plan a Wedding, Plan a Wedding, Plan a Wedding, Plan a Wedding

'How to plan a Wedding' by Jane Slingo

`'How to plan a Wedding' by Jane Slingo`