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On Attitude
Piece of advice taken from acclaimed event planner, Ms. Rita Neri herself - " When a person uses her charm on her wedding suppliers she will be a thousand times more effective in getting them to create the most wonderful wedding imaginable. Being anything less than charming and civil actually works against her because she ends up alienating the very people whose cooperation she needs most.
The wedding pros will tell you that when it comes to getting more attention and service from them, it's the little things that count meaning consideration and manners are important.
"Money is not everything."
Once you hired the services of suppliers, it doesn't include that you have right to be rude, unprofessional and be a very demanding person that even during the wee hours of the evening and morning you are nagging them. We understand that Brides and other celebrants have the tendency to be perfectionist and we are trying to bend to your every request but, we also have limitations and feelings as human beings, too. Saying "please" and "Thank you", making "request" rather than " orders" also helps. Instead of barking your orders at once during the phone call, care enough to ask how are we doing or ask how's our day.
Kind words spells a lot of difference between a Bridezilla and a Charming Bride.
What do you think?
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Destination Wedding
Destination weddings have come into fashion as couples choose to extend the celebrations over a few days in the company of their nearest and dearest. It might be sensible to hire a wedding planner and coordinator to do the legworks and ease out your anxieties.
do not procastinate
During the few months of planning, it's easy to keep putting things off thinking you still have a long way to go. The sooner you decide where you want the wedding or party be , the less harassed you will be as the day draws near.
think of your guests
Not everyone can spare the time and money to go an out of town. Carefully consider who you want to be present and be prepared for people to decline even at
the last minute
send out "save the date" cards or email ASAP. Provide ample time for people to make travel plans including arrangements for childcare by letting them know early on about your celebration. Give them as much as info on possible accommodations, travel tips and a list of activities you've planned so ou can work on group discounts and make necessary bookings.
get legal requirements sorted out
Make sure you have all legal and religious documents completed way in advance as some of these may take some time to acquire. Each town, city of country has its own specific laws about marriage that you should familirize itself.
don't get married the day you arrive
You want to look best on your big day. Take a day or two to unpack, rest and relax. This gets you enough time to get over any jet lag.
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Garden Celebration
Garden celebrations are becoming popular and have seen the emergence of more garden venues for lease. Aside from the popular garden venues, you may also consider national parks, wildlife and recreation areas; hotel gardens and even your own yard or your relative. Whether its a garden wedding ceremony or a garden reception, planning for outdoor is not without several considerations:
consider the weather
Topping the list to consider in planning an outdoor is the time of the year. We suggest that you must never have an outdoor wedding during the rainy season, which is usually June to October. Weather is unpredictable and lately Philippines have been visited by a number of typhoons even December. Once you decide to have an outdoor wedding, it is best to consider an area where you can have back up place so you are secure in the knowledge that whatever the weather dictates your party can go on.
keep the ceremony simple
For starters, your gown should be cut in simple, soft, flowing lines to go with surroundings and without cathedral train. Simple attire can be also beautiful.
keep the reception fun
Create magical effects with lots and lots of lights. Hang lit lanterns from trees. Decorate your tent. For that romantic glow have candles too. Set up luminaries. Instead of floral centerpieces on table, consider small pots of flowers and herbs and place them in a cluster at the center of the table. Guests can bring them home as their souvenirs which also mnimizes your cost. Set up a fountain or bird bath filled with fruits in season. On the spot grilling and cooking is best enjoyed by guests in an outdoor. Put citronella candles to keep mosqiutos away.
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Thematic Wedding
details! details!
As in any wedding, the secret is all in the details. After getting the picture of what theme will be, start focusing on the smaller components of the wedding picture.
stay focused on the theme
Don't get side tracked by other ideas or suggestions. If it doesn't apply to your theme throw it out.
do your research
Doing a theme wedding means knowing what the look and feel of the motif is all about. Search the internet.
prioritize your budget
Theme weddings can end up costing more since there are elements required that are above the usual wedding needs. There will be a tendency to want to include everything just to achieve the look of the theme.
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