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Several key items should be considered when planning a
beautiful, memorable wedding ceremony and reception. While
the bride and the groom are responsible for the execution
and preparation of the big event, the wedding party can
play a substantial role in aiding the process. Bridesmaids,
groomsmen and families of the betrothed can help in various
ways. The help of these participants often ensures a stress-free
wedding planning process. Even those on a budget can have
a beautiful event-if you plan it correctly. Just remember
that as you look for areas to cut costs, there are certain
essentials that must remain.
When planning the ceremony and reception, take into account
the invitations, programs, the cake topper, guest book and
favors. These items can guarantee the success of the event
and make it an affair to remember. Consider when deciding
upon these pieces, what the theme of the wedding and reception
are. Having a particular theme will help pull the event
together seamlessly. There are hundreds of options for wedding
accessories to choose from, and new choices are added every
day as trends and times change.
Wedding Programs
The program is essential to planning the wedding. The couple
needs to keep track of who is invited and who is attending.
To keep it convenient and easy to handle, invite each guest
to the ceremony and the reception so only one invitation
is sent and there is only one list to keep track of. Keep
lists of the guests that have responded and if they are
attending both portions.
Invitations
Depending on the budget and taste of the affianced couple,
the invitations can be bought or handmade or even created
by a computer-savvy bride or groom. If choosing to make
them by hand, it might be a good idea to invest in a how-to
guide or kit from your local craft store. The more popular
option though, and the most convenient as far as time management
as well, is the store bought version. Today, there are so
many options offered that range from simple styles on basic
paper choices to the more elaborate and ornate. Select the
design, style and theme of the invitation based on the theme
of the wedding and reception. Bridal magazines and wedding
websites will give plenty of ideas for invitations. There
are knowledgeable professionals available at stationary
stores and through online wedding guides that can assist
in selecting an invitation and putting together the accessories
needed.
The Guest Book
The guest book is extremely important because not only
is it a memento of the event and also keeps track of who
attended. Having a recorded list of the guests makes it
much easier to send thank you notes afterward. An option
that will keep the ceremony seamless is to have the same
guest book at the reception so that guests can sign there
as well and eliminate rushing before or after the ceremony.
The Cake Topper
A cake topper adds style and a personal touch to the wedding
cake. Whether or not to have one is the couple’s personal
choice, though. There are many options available to choose
from if a cake topper is wanted. There is the traditional
bride and groom option that reflects the style of the wedded
couple. There are also personalized toppers available such
as fresh flowers, monograms, and humorous icons. Cake toppers
are evolving with the trends and there are many to choose
from made from various types of materials. The options are
endless.
Favors
The favors given at the reception are important for several
reasons. They are the gift the couple gives to the guests
for attending the wedding so it is essential that they convey
the taste, theme and style of the wedding and the newly
wedded couple. Favors also add a little panache to the centerpieces
at the reception. Popular choices for today’s weddings
are personalized favors. Other options are: candy, coffee,
chocolate, favor boxes with trinkets inside or bells rung
at the reception.
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