 Styles have changed over the years, and probably will continue to do so. In the 1960s and 1970s,
weddings took place underwater, in the air, in forest groves, and on water skis, but the most
recent trend is a return to the more traditional and romantic style of wedding. Since the late
1980s, in fact, some modern couples have become so nostalgic in planning their weddings that
they have been more old-fashioned than their parents were.
Remember that wedding consultants, who specialize in the planning of these events, are tuned into
the latest trends and touches and can be an invaluable aid. We offer consulting, event & wedding
planning. We would gladly welcome the opportunity to discuss your plans for the perfect
wedding.
Some wedding details to be mindful of are as follows:
- Be aware when planning the wedding that such items as specially designed invitations,
place cards done in calligraphy, engraved or novel wedding favors, or boxes of groom's
cake may be among the extras needed.
- Determine whether the ceremony will take place on site, either in a chapel or under a
chuppah, or be a simple civil ceremony. Or will guests come from a church or temple
directly to the reception?
- Many clients envision fantasy decor will your caterer handle these details or is a designer
needed?
- The plain white wedding cake has lost favor: chocolate, carrot, fruit filling, or other
unusual flavors may be preferred, usually frosted in white or a pastel shade and often
garnished with fresh or intricate aromatic pastel flowers.
- Will there be a receiving line? If so, confirm the proper order with a good etiquette book,
especially where divorced and remarried parents or children from prior marriages are
concerned. We recommend, The New Manners for the 90's By Letitia Baldrige
- Some planned ceremonies require coordination with the band or orchestra, especially for
the introduction of the bridal party, the couple's first dance, dance of the bride with father,
the groom with the mother, and so on.
- Will there be a bridal table or special family tables? Schedule the best man's toast. Will
there be any other toasts?
- Coordinate the cake-cutting ceremony with both the photographer and the band. Will the
bride throw her bouquet? Do the bride and groom want to have a garter throwing?
- Will there be any videotaping (or viewing) or a photography session that might interfere
with timing of service?
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