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I am trying to plan a wedding for next June. Originally wanted an outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception, but an now leaning more toward a ceremony and reception at the same venue. How common is this and how do I pull it off so that it is elegant?
Answer From Sharon:
You're in luck! There are so many gorgeous locations that offer both indoor and outdoor settings in one, so that you can have your ceremony in the garden area and then your cocktail party on their terrace and your reception indoors! Tour a bunch of locations that you discover here on WeddingMappe... Question:
Hi, we're planning on getting married next year at the end of July. And I have no clue as to what to do first, and when! I know what I want and have ideas. But I just don't know what to do.. please help!
Thanks,
Jessica
Answer From Sharon:
Hi Jessica! The start of wedding planning can be *very* overwhelming! There are SO many details to arrange, it's almost like a second full-time job. So to get you started on the best footing, here are my suggestions for the first things to do: 1. Talk with your groom about your Priorities L... Question:
I am planning a winter wedding in south Florida. The bridesmaid dresses are navy blue and I do not know what color of tux would complement their dresses? I originally picked grey but it is a lighter grey which I'm understanding does not match the dark navy dress. HELP!
Answer From Sharon:
Lighter gray actually looks really nice with navy blue -- as does a darker gray, called charcoal. Here's a little secret that I use when trying to coordinate men's and women's wardrobes: go to the men's department at Macy's, Lord & Taylor or other department stores and look at how the stylists ha... Question:
We're working on our guest welcome bags that we will be giving to our out-of-town guests and bridal party members staying in the hotel. What are the best things that we can put in these gift bags, especially on a budget?
Answer From Sharon:
Great question! I just attended a wedding where the guest welcome bags were phenomenal! The best I've ever seen. Here are what I would consider the Essentials: * At least two bottles of water * At least two cans or bottles of soda, regular and diet * Bags of chips and pretzels * Bags of ch... Question:
Hello, My girl friend and I want to have a small wedding of around 30 people or so. This would be my 5th wedding and her 3rd so we do not want a big deal. We will have only her 3 children and my three children and their spouses along with both our folks and sibblings in attendance. I have $2K to ...
Answer From Sharon:
Hi Mike! With your small guest list, you're ultra-lucky in that you can choose from a wide range of unique locations, like a small party room at a winery, a yacht, a bed and breakfast that your group takes over and then you can enjoy all of those fun events and activities in that tourist area ... Question:
I'm looking for help with our directions in our invitations. What works best? Printed directions or a map? Is it ok to place ceremony/direction on same card using front and back?
Answer From Sharon:
Great question! Since your first step is going to be placing your Wedding Mapper link on your personal wedding website for your guests to use -- and also sending everyone the link so that they know it's there [I'd send the link early on, and then a week or two before the wedding, for your guests'... Question:
I really like the thought of black and chrome... but im having a hard time finding the accent color... i thought blue, but thats so unoriginal. I have a lot of different size brides maides so different style dresses are in order, but i really want them to have an accent color thats not too bold o...
Answer From Sharon:
Black and chrome is super-hot in wedding color trends right now, and since they are both considered neutrals, you have your choice of accent color. I wonder, what is it about blue that's turning you off? There are SO many different shades of blue that look amazing -- from an icy, metallic blue... Question:
I am the mother of the groom. How can i help two most deserving people to have the day of a lifetime? They both work two jobs trying so hard to save. They don't want to ask for help. I am unemployed and don't have the finances to even offer. I have heard of weddings being done on a low budget. We...
Answer From Sharon:
Any parent who wants to help with the wedding plans, but -- like most people these days -- can't give as much money as they would like, can provide priceless help with the following tasks: 1. Ask your own friends and family members if they know anyone in the wedding or events industries who ca... Question:
Me and my fiance are planning on getting married in barcelona in sept 2010, we dont know where to start,do u know a good wedding planner in barcelona?? We have approx 70 guests and would love a villa in d hills as the location for the ceremony, reception and accomodation, all help appreciated!! c...
Answer From Sharon:
I wish I could recommend a great wedding coordinator there, but the best I can do is highly recommend that you hire a great wedding coordinator HERE, near where you live, so that you can work directly with him or her. Today's experts are well-connected overseas, they understand the legal steps ne... Question:
My friend is getting married in only 3 months. I was wondering what were some of the first things to do right away for planning the wedding?
Answer From Sharon:
The first thing your friend needs to do is build a guest list, so that a suitable location can be booked ASAP. The size of wedding determines not just the budget but also the style, since it's possible to have a big, informal backyard wedding for a fraction of the price of a banquet hall wedding....Sharon's Latest Book
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