New Jersey Wedding Planner - The Office - Pam & Jim Wedding FINALLY

So just on a fun note, one of my favorite shows "The Office", Pam & Jim finally got married! After watching for how many seasons and watching these two flirt with each other, and then him declaring his love for her, but then being rejected. Then reuniting and finally finally getting engaged, the wedding happened last night. Jim and Pam had to deal with what most brides and grooms deal with which are awkward family moments, wedding guest and so on. The wedding party did a great dance down the aisle at the ceremony doing a spoof off the popular YouTube video (http://www.nbc.com/The_Office/video/clips/office-wedding-dance/1164915/) . This episode was great because it really showed how no matter what goes wrong on your wedding day the only thing that really matters in the end is that you and your new husband/wife are happy and look forward to your future together. If you like Pam's wedding gown it was Designed by Galina and can be found at Davids Bridal. Jim also gave the sweetest speech at the rehearsal dinner, it put a tear in my eye ;) See it below! If you missed the episode they have it online at nbc.com .

Nadya

New Jersey Wedding Planner - Create Your Own (Wedding, Birthday, Bar Mitzvah, Baby Shower, etc) Album!

Ok so your BIG event is over! All that's left to remember your special day is your memories, video and of course your pictures. For Weddings there are some photographers that will provide you a wedding album as part of your package but some may not include this and will provide you with the digital images instead. Even if you do get an album as part of your package you cannot forget about your Parents! There are several online sites that can assist you with creating custom albums at an affordable price. We recently used this great site "Blurb" to create an album to display all the great weddings we have done this year for our Bridal Show. Blurb allows you to create an album that fits your needs and budget with lots of options. You can do a soft cover book to a hard cover book with a dust jacket or a wrap around image like you see in the more modern albums. They give you the option to use Premium Paper at an extra cost as well as using a custom logo. Page counts can go from 20- 440 pages so you can go wild with your pictures! This is also a great idea if you want to create your own guest book for your wedding with images that can usually cost a lot when done by a photographer but you can make your own with pictures that you have already for a great price. This is a great way to personalize your Guest Book Sign in! See some samples below of a Wedding Album & Guest Book. check out their website for more samples, this is great for any occasion! Have Fun!!

Nadya

New Jersey Wedding Planner - An Elegant Halloween Wedding

So I have seen a few postings about Halloween theme weddings. Although this idea could get out of hand it can definitely be done in a tasteful way with little details. I'm not talking about having your guest show up in costume, I mean there is nothing wrong with that idea but it's not exactly subtle! The expression of the holiday can come through with your favors, invites, wedding day stationary, linens, flowers and cake design. Of course if you choose to do this type of wedding you want to stick to fall colors such as browns, oranges, reds, typical fall colors. You can be a little more edgy and go with black and reds or orange. Another great idea is setting up a candy bar for your guest. Although this idea works for any wedding, this is especially great for a Halloween theme wedding. You can bring color in with the candy you choose to display or pick any candy you love and provide your guest with cute little paper or plastic Halloween baggies to fill with their favorite candy, or get personalized bags. Put up a sign that says "Trick or Treat" which you can easily DIY! Having kids at the reception, have a kids table with candy as the centerpiece and provide some Halloween theme coloring books and favors too keep them intrigued. Below are a few ideas! Remember less is better :) , have fun!!

Nadya

New Jersey Wedding Planner - Choosing the Best Dress for Your Bridesmaids

Bridesmaid dresses do not have a good reputation. Images of overly puffy sleeves, blinding colors and hideous hats often come to mind when the phrase is mentioned. Luckily, the reality is that we’ve made some huge strides in the dress department. Here are some tips to making sure you pick the best bridesmaid dresses for the special girls in your life.


First, choose a dress in a color you love that also complements the theme and décor of the rest of your wedding. Try to pick a dress that complements your gown as well. You can ask your bridal store consultant with help on this one.

Secondly, don’t pick a dress that costs an arm and a leg. You may be willing to spend a fortune on your own dress, but please don’t expect your bridesmaids to do the same. If you have your heart absolutely set on a specific dress that you think may be out of your friends’ budgets, consider helping them out financially.

Also, try to keep each of your bridesmaids in mind when picking the style of the dress. A-line dresses are generally flattering on nearly every body shape, and aren’t too revealing. The last thing you want is for someone who worked so hard to make your day so special feeling entirely uncomfortable during the whole celebration.


Lastly, try thinking outside the box. A lot of brides are now choosing only a color and fabric, and allowing their bridesmaids to each pick the dress style they want to wear. This allows them to feel like you’re not completely controlling them, while still giving you some say over how everything looks in the end.


Courtney

Photo Sources:
www.theknot.com
www.perfectweddingguide.com

New Jersey Wedding Planner - Little Details - Mr. & Mrs. Signs

When designing your wedding it's the smallest details that really stand out and make it your own. One detail I love is the Mr. & Mrs. Chair signs, it's a cute and fun way express your new status! These can be a DYI project or ask the person who made your invitations if they would be willing to make the signs to go with your design theme. You can also make the signs for your guest book table and even make signs for important members of the Wedding Party such as Father of the Bride, Mother of the Groom, etc. Take a look at a few examples of these signs! Also checkout some of these sites that help you DIY these signs! Have fun :)

DIY Sites:


http://weddingmonograms.blogspot.com/2008/04/mr-and-mrs-signs.html
http://www.projectwedding.com/wiki/show/d-i-y-wedding-challenge
http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/mr-and-mrs-chair-signs

Check out this Etsy store, The Back Porch Shoppe. She has great handmade signs for your event, custom made to order!

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5834886

Nadya

New Jersey Wedding Planner - Fall Wedding Design Ideas

The air is crisp and there is a slight chill outside, that's right it's Fall! Wow this summer flew by and we had a lot of beautiful weddings with bright fun colors. With the change of season comes a change in design including color scheme, flowers, attire and location. We want to provide you with a few design ideas for your fall wedding. A lot of the popular colors include browns, oranges, yellows, reds and greens. The availability of flowers for the Fall season is also something else to consider. Below are a few of the flowers in season, of course a popular one is Roses which come in all the colors mentioned above and are always a classic! A few accents that can be used are small pumpkins, gourds, squashes, ornamental berries, leaves, dry grasses (rye or wheat) for texture and don't forget some greenery like ivy. Hope these ideas help move the creative wheels!

Nadya

New Jersey Wedding Planner - Attire For All Seasons

Sometimes it can be hard deciding on what to wear to a wedding. What’s appropriate? What color is acceptable to wear? And it can be especially difficult now, with the seasons changing. So I decided to gather up some tips on what to wear when going to weddings. Whether it’s a summer, fall, winter or spring wedding, you’ll know you’ll be in proper style!

Men are easier to dress than women are. For a black tie affair in any season, it is always appropriate to opt for a tuxedo. For a more casual wedding, a suit is ideal. In some situations, a button down or sweater and slacks will work just fine. Use your judgment based on what the weather is like and what the invitation suggests. If you are still having trouble deciding, remember that it’s better to be overdressed at first; you’ll have the option to take layers off later.

Now for women, who are a little trickier. For this reason, I will go season by season and give some guidelines.

FALL. If it’s starting to get cooler, try to go for darker colors like burgundy, navy, and dark green. If it’s still considerably warm out, you can stick with the brighter colors found in summer, even into September. Fabrics will be heavier when it starts to get cooler, so don’t be afraid of layering or wearing fabrics such as wool. Dresses are appropriate this season, but make sure the length is appropriate. No one wants to see your thighs in November ;o)

WINTER. Pants are most often seen on women during this season, for the obvious reason that it is really cold outside. If you decide to go this route, make sure to choose your nicest pair. If you decide on wearing a dress, make sure it is long and don’t forget stockings! Also, since it’s so cold out, outerwear is a great accessory. Dress your outfit up with an elegant coat (i.e. pea coat). Also, colors in this season are always more subdued—stay with darker hues and away from brighter ones.

SPRING. For spring weddings, try lighter/pastel colors. If you decide on pants, choose a more delicate fabric. Dresses should still be an appropriate length, and if you decide to wear a jacket, make sure it’s not as bulky or as heavy as winter wear.

SUMMER. This is the most flexible season when it comes to outfits. Colors are brighter; however, darker hues are still acceptable (although people tend to stay away from them). Since it’s hot out, dresses can be shorter than other seasons. Skirts, pants and capris are suitable, but use your judgment. And try not to wear jeans or shorts unless the invitation says so.

If after all these suggestions you are still having trouble, just remember that little saying: you can never go wrong with an LBD. And remember, these are all just general tips for you to follow. Colors and styles will change depending on the wedding, but these guidelines should give you a great start! But PLEASE remember this cardinal rule before dressing in any season: STAY AWAY FROM WHITE!! That's reserved for the bride.

Enjoy the wedding day!

Kaitlyn


Photo sources:
www.squidoo.com
www.designersuits.org
www.fashionmefabulous.com