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The Right Providers

weddingvendorIf you are planning your wedding, you are probably aware of the million details you need to take care of and decide over before the big day. If you are an organized person, you probably started out with the big things, like the venue and the church (in case you are getting married in a church) and then moved on to other things.

No matter what part of the wedding you are working on, you should always make sure you have the right vendors providing the service or product you need. A lot of people hire general vendors for their weddings however, with so many specialized wedding vendors, you might be better off hiring one of the latter. Make sure you can always trust your wedding vendors.

Finding Wedding Vendors in CT

Wedding vendors are easy to find in Connecticut so if you’re planning to get married in the area, you shouldn’t have any issues finding the right ones. Make sure you have a clear idea about what you are looking for. You might find yourself making different choices along the way, but coming in with a clear idea will always help vendors offer you what you need or at least something that is close to that initial idea. This will also help you avoid extra costs while they take advantage of you not knowing.

Coordinating the Vendors

Once you have decided on the vendors you will hire, make sure you put them all in contact with the venue so that they can talk about details and you are completely sure that they will be able to get there on time, be allowed in and have the contact for any kind of issues. This is a very important step that a lot of people don’t even think about. Make sure you plan ahead to avoid any issues on the day of your wedding when that’s the last thing you’ll want to be worrying about.

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Wedding Planning Tips

Wedding Flowers: Artificial or Real?

flowers-260894_960_720One of the huge pieces of your big day is your wedding flowers. While you’re planning your wedding, you want to make sure that you’ve taken into consideration the flowers for the day. You have to choose wedding vendors for a variety of items, including your flowers. One of the biggest things you need to consider is the budget you want to allot for the flowers. Do you want to go with artificial or real? Who needs to have flowers?

All of these questions play into what type of flowers you’ll have and how many. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Budget First

Make sure you decide on what you want to spend on flowers. Are you a true flower lover? Then you’re going to probably want to allot more to flowers than the person who is not as big on flowers as decoration. Pick your budget up front to help guide in type and amount.

Who Needs Flowers?

Decide on who will carry flowers and where you want them to be displayed throughout the wedding and reception. Are you going to use flowers as centerpieces on reception tables or are you going to go with candles or lights? Make a list of those who will need them to carry and to wear on their clothing to distinguish them from others at the ceremony.

Silk and Real Can Go Together

Remember, you can always use a mixture to keep your budget in line. If you prefer your bouquet to be real but need to cut the budget, your bridesmaids can have silk arrangements. Also remember that real flowers can have issues on the day of the wedding so silk may be a better solution to have peace of mind.

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Wedding Vendor Spotlight

Tips to Help You Relax Before Your Wedding Day

Weddings can be a very stressful time for the bride. This is because you want to make sure that everything is all set before the big day comes. As such, you will have to check with everything and everyone that you have hired for the event to be perfect.

But before the big day comes, you have to remember to relax so you can take some of that stress off. Here are some tips on how you can relax before your wedding day:

  • Get a Warm Bath – If you have access to a tub, it can be a fast way to relax sore muscles. You can also use a bath salt that will help moisturize your skin and give you a soothing scent afterwards.
  • Do Yoga – Yoga has been known to relax people because of its meditating session. This is a great way for you to do some exercise and stretch your stress away!
  • Drink Plenty of Water – You will need to drink more water so that you can keep yourself hydrated. Instead of drinking energy drinks, soda, or coffee, you should opt for water to keep you rehydrated.
  • Have a Massage – Getting a massage is always a great way you can relieve tension. Fortunately, there are now a number of massage spas where you can spend a relaxing afternoon just before your wedding day comes.

If you’re looking for a spa where you can get a massage, you may want to check out our featured vendor: A New Beginning Spa to help you relax before your big day. Another option is to visit our upcoming show for an easy way you can get all your wedding suppliers in one venue.

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Wedding Vendor Spotlight

Wedding Vendor Spotlight: Testa’s Banquet Facility

If you’re looking for a family-run venue that has all you could want for your wedding day — a great location, fabulous food — look no further than Testa’s Banquet Facility in Southington. Along with being an excellent wedding venue, it’s also the venue for our next bridal expo.

Testa’s offers a variety of packages for your wedding, meaning you can have the day you want at the price you can afford. Their experienced planners will help you arrange everything from the meal to the entertainment.

Their banquet rooms can accommodate an intimate wedding or a bigger wedding. Whether you have 30 guests or 250 guests, though, you’ll get the same excellent service from the staff at Testa’s. You and your guests will be taken care of, meaning you won’t need to worry about the logistics on your big day.#

Of course, another reason to choose Testa’s is their food. Their menus are full of Italian family favorites, including cheeses, meatballs, and their famous sauce!

If you want to find out more about Testa’s Banquet Facility, the best way is to visit, and there’s no better time to visit than at our upcoming bridal expo there. Join us there on November 17!

 

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Wedding Vendor Spotlight: Event Caterers

Weddings are all about love, and one thing that you and your guests will love is a great menu. The best way to ensure a great menu is to choose a great caterer. For your Connecticut wedding, Event Caterers offer everything you need.

The Danbury-based company is headed up by chef Joseph Yorio, who brings his training and experience to creating your wedding menu. They produce delicious American Contemporary cuisine that is perfect for your big day.

Whether you prefer the sound of their grilled Black Angus filet mignon served with truffle potato gratin, roast Long Island  breast of duck, panko crusted swordfish, or porcini mushroom ravioli, you can be certain the food is crafted with care and passion for the ingredients.

To find out more about what Event Caterers offers, you can get in touch with them through our exhibitor directory or through their website. You can also meet Event Caterers and many other great wedding vendors at our next show!