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Two Birds with One Shot

Post author By sclarke
Post date July 26, 2017

Or should we say all birds in one day? Bridal expos are like a gold mine for people who have gotten engaged and are ready to start working out the details of their wedding ceremony and/or party. The best thing about bridal expos is that you will get all the providers you need to find in one single location. You will be able to compare prices between competitors, look at the products and services they offer and even get discounts or special sales since this is a common practice in this kind of events.

Bridal expos are also a great opportunity for couples who are not sure about what they’re looking for. At these events, they will be able to see the grand majority of the available options out there and get all the information they need, including prices, contact information, samples, etc.

Even if you already have some things worked out for your wedding, it doesn’t hurt to take a look at the offers and if you find that your provider is offering a special discount, you might be able to negotiate a better price, even if you had already agreed on something, so it will probably be worth your time.

A lot of times couples tend to go for the classic things or the most well-known things when they plan out their wedding but there are so many wonderful options out there nowadays that you might be missing on something beautiful and perfect that will make your wedding truly unique.

If you visit a bridal expo, don’t be afraid to ask questions. Providers will be more than willing to answer any questions you might have and to figure out what you need or what you’re looking for so that they can offer things that fit your particular needs.

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Having Fun At Your Wedding

Post author By sclarke
Post date July 19, 2017

Connecticut is a state that offers thousands of entertainment options so no matter where you live in Connecticut, you will be able to find a number of CT entertainment options in your area. The best part is that you will surely find something that fits your specific likes and needs. This state offers a series of entertainment centers that are available for you whether you have a family with kids, are planning on going out with your partner or simply want to have some fun with your friends.

The It Adventure Ropes Course is a great place to go whenever you feel like getting out of your routine and trying something different. It’s a fun and healthy experience you can share with friends or loved ones and it will surely provide a day of good fun and laughter. Another great option is Ocean Beach Park, an area where you will not only be able to enjoy the beach and the ocean but also access a local pool. Both of these venues are also a couple of unique venues where you might be able to host a wedding if you are looking into that.

The Safari Golf is a classic place to have a date or to bring children and have a blast. It’s the kind of place where you can forget about judging your every move and simply enjoy the moment. If you have kids and are looking for something specifically designed for them, you might want to consider visiting Kid’s Quest where the little ones will lose track of time as they try their luck at different games available for children of all ages. One last option for you to try out is the Flight Trampoline Park where, no matter if you’re a child or an adult, you will have a great time jumping around.

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Keeping the Memories Alive

Post author By sclarke
Post date July 12, 2017

A wedding day is one of the most important days in people’s lives. The meaning behind this tradition is beautiful and even though each couple will give it the significance they want, it all comes down to proclaiming your love for one another in front of loved ones. Of course, you also have the party to consider. No matter what religion you practice, you will probably have some guests who are interested in the religious or spiritual ceremony and then you will have all the rest who will be looking forward to partying with you.

All throughout the ceremony and the party, the only thing you and your partner should be concerned with is celebrating one another and having a great time with all of your guests. This is why all the extra details should be taken care of with anticipation. One very important thing you don’t want to forget is making sure you hire a really good CT wedding photographer who can take the pictures that will help you keep the memory alive throughout time.

There are a number of photographers who specialize in weddings in Connecticut but you should make sure that not only are they good, but also that their style fits what you are looking for. Wedding Couture, for example, is a luxury wedding photography brand created by Netmartin and they use a highly styled approach so if you want to get this kind of pictures, you should check out their book. Still, if this is not your style, if you’re looking for something that feels more natural and real, you might want to look up other photographers who will offer what you want. You will find photographers who use drones to capture pictures from the air, others who focus on landscapes and even some who play with light and colors and can offer alternative options. Find the one that fits your particular needs best.

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Making it Unique

Post author By sclarke
Post date July 5, 2017

One of the most important things about a wedding is that it should show both people’s personality and find a way to combine those two worlds into a beautiful reception. A lot of couples find that their tastes clash in several aspects and they might be afraid to try to combine them because they might be spelling out disaster. However, no matter how different you both are, there will always be a way to find a middle ground and this is what will truly make your wedding unique. There are a lot of couples who, out of fear of messing things up, stick to the traditional ideas, decorations, food, etc. and even though this might play out to be a nice wedding, it won’t offer you or your guests the unique experience you could be offering.

In order to talk about wedding reception ideas, start by talking about your passions; are you an outdoors kind of couple? You might want to host the reception at a garden or a vineyard or maybe even at a beautiful opening in the middle of the woods where you will be able to pamper your guests with marshmallows on a stick and a bonfire for everyone to sit around once it starts getting late.

Did you meet at a state fair? How about using this as a theme for your wedding, offering stands with candy and games so that your guests will be entertained and will be able to take a favor back home that will remind them of your wedding?

No matter what your interests are, this can be used to build up a theme around which you will be able to plan everything for your wedding. Don’t be afraid to talk about it with your wedding planner, she will probably be able to help you and even offer some great ideas you might not have considered yet.

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Getting Married in Connecticut

Post author By sclarke
Post date June 28, 2017

No matter where you plan on getting married, the most important thing is that you and your partner should find a venue you both love. It should be the kind of place that can live up to the dreamy expectations you have for your wedding. It also needs to be within your budget. Considering this, if you are planning on getting married in Connecticut, there are a few venues you might want to take a look at.

Remember that seeing a few pictures is never the same as actually going to see the place in person, so take some time off your agenda to make a tour and visit these properties. If there is one you like in particular, you could even ask to see it while a wedding is taking place so that you can get an idea of how it would look like during your own celebration.

For an outdoor reception, you might want to take a look at Webb Barn. This 19^th century construction offers both the area inside the barn and the beautiful gardens around it to host a party. It is the kind of place where you would be able to have a unique and different kind of wedding, rather than going down the traditional lane.
Crystal Peak is a great option two. They are very conscious about people’s budgets so you might get your dream wedding in this lovely venue even if you don’t have such a big budget destined for the party. Check out their packages and offerings.
The Gwyn Careg Inn opens up all of its spaces to people who are looking to get married. This might give you a lot of flexibility if you are unsure about what it is that you want exactly. With the woods around it, you will definitely get some lovely wedding pictures to save.

These are just a few of the Connecticut wedding venues that await your special day.

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One car to fit them all!

Post author By sclarke
Post date June 21, 2017

Weddings vary so much from one to the next one that you will probably see a lot of different ideas throughout your life. You might go to the traditional church ceremony, followed by an elegant dinner and live music with a dance floor. You might end up at a thematic medieval times wedding where you are supposed to share your food with twenty others in your table and you won’t get any utensils to make things easier.

Everyone is entitled to have their dream wedding and as long as the bride and groom agree on things, guests are always in for a surprise. If you want to do something classic and more traditional, you might choose the first kind of party mentioned, with classy decorations, a table for the newlyweds and beautiful flower arrangements that show off taste.

One very nice way to compliment this kind of ceremony is using a limousine. Limo services are available all across the country, but you might just be lucky enough to find a specific wedding limo service in your area. This kind of service can be used to get you from your house to the church, from the church to the party venue or even from the venue to the airport to begin your honeymoon. A limo service will surely get your guests’ attention and you will be able to make an entrance worthy of those pictures that will be kept and shown for years to come.

You could even schedule a specific photo shoot session with the limo to take advantage of the service you are hiring. This will make for some really unique pictures and it will give you and your partner some time to enjoy and connect before the actual ceremony.

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Find it all in one place!

Post author By sclarke
Post date June 14, 2017

Weddings are supposed to be magical ceremonies followed by unforgettable parties that make up the best moment in the couple’s history. As such, there is a lot of pressure into making sure everything is perfectly coordinated, down to the most minimal details, making sure that everything flows smoothly and that all the guests have a good time.

If you just got engaged and don’t even know where to start so that you can actually make this happen, don’t worry, there is one event you won’t want to miss. A Bridal Expo is a planned event where you will be able to find providers for everything wedding related. What’s more, you will be able to learn a lot of stuff you probably had no idea about. A Bridal Expo is a great place to get a general idea about what’s in the market, prices, themes, available providers, venues, dress makers, etc. This will give you the opportunity to get a macro idea about the possibilities you have and, who knows? Maybe, if you already had a specific idea in mind, you might find exactly what you were looking for.

Bridal Expos are a great place to visit as a couple or even with your bridesmaid or mother. Take the time to go around and see what everyone has to offer. Don’t be afraid to ask or make notes about prices and products and services because with so much information, you might forget a few things. If possible take some time before you visit the Expo to look into the providers that signed up for it. If there is a specific provider, whether they do flower arrangements or sell wedding dresses, that you are interested in, you should go find them and see if they have any special discounts to offer. You might be surprised!

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There’s your best friend… and then there’s your wedding planner

Post author By sclarke
Post date June 7, 2017

When you start planning out your wedding, you will probably involve two people aside from your husband-to-be. They will be your best friend and your mother. After all, even though your groom will have an important say over the big things, it is usually women who look after all the details involved in planning such an important event. Men tend to be more… distracted, about flower arrangements, wedding favors and other wedding related topics.

Considering this, you will probably use your mother’s and best friend’s help for a number of decisions you’ll have to make, however, there is one other person who will be extremely important in your wedding planning process. This would be your wedding planner. If you don’t have a planner yet, don’t worry, you are still in time and you will surely be able to get a really good one. One of the most important things you should consider when doing so is that it should be someone you absolutely trust. If there is good chemistry and you are happy and satisfied with the way she helps you around all the preparations leading up to the big day, you will surely find yourself at your party simply enjoying it. This means you won’t even think twice about issues or last minute details, because you’ll know she has got you covered. And this is why your wedding planner will be as important as your mother and best friend.

She will not only be able to help you, she will also be there for the groom and for your mother and best friend and anyone else who is involved in the wedding planning. As such, you should make sure you select her carefully, and if you don’t feel comfortable with your wedding planner, don’t hesitate to talk about it and find a solution.

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Don’t Overlook An Often Missed Detail

Post author By sclarke
Post date May 24, 2017

Planning a wedding should be a fun and unique experience for every couple. And not one couple is the same as others. Each person involved will have different expectations, needs and wishes and it is extremely important to make sure both intentions are combined in order to create an event that allows them to have one of the happiest days of their life.

Considering the importance of this day in couples’ lives, it is also very important to keep your guests in mind at all times. It’s true, a wedding is all about celebrating two people’s love for each other; however, it is also important to keep in mind that you are hosting a number of people (whether you chose to have a small 50 people wedding or a big 700-person party) who should get the opportunity not only to be comfortable and happy but also to really enjoy this event so that they will continue talking about it for years to come.

As such, as a bride or groom, you should take some things into consideration during the planning process to make sure everyone is happy and you don’t have to worry about anything when the day comes. There are a lot of details to take care of, including the food, refreshments, drinks and even wedding favors, but one thing that is important and is often overlooked is the wedding transportation. CT is a state where you will be able to find all kinds of wedding venues, and if you are considering holding the church ceremony in one place and then the party in another one, it is extremely important for you to consider the transportation of your guests. You might want to hire buses to get everyone there quickly, but there are also a number of options, like limousines, cars or even wagons with horses that could add a very nice detail to your event.

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Make Your Ceremony Unique

Post author By sclarke
Post date May 17, 2017

A wedding is supposed to be all about the couple getting married. Each person will bring different things into the relationship and, as separate beings, they will have different likes and tastes and this is a great opportunity to combine both personalities in order to create an event that will not only reflect who you are as people and as a couple, but will also turn your wedding into an event no one will forget.

There are a number of wedding ceremony ideas that can reflect who you are and provide both you, your partner and all of your guests with a different experience than the traditional wedding. One great idea that people don’t often do is having a guest book where your guests can write down their best wishes for you both. Another idea is, instead of using a traditional pillow to carry the rings, use something original, like a book you both love or have your pet bring them to you.

Sky lanterns are a great idea for everyone in the party to participate and it will provide an extremely romantic moment as you stand, watching the lanterns float away, embracing your partner.

One great option is creating a wedding time capsule. In it, you can place both significant things from the wedding and letters from family and friends, to be opened up in 5 or 10 years, depending on how patient you are. When the time to open the box arrives, it will bring back a lot of memories from such a special day. One alternative option is writing love letters to one another and saving them for a day when you’ve had a big fight. When you read the letters written on your wedding day, it will help you remember why you are together and you will be more than willing to work things out.

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