Expert Advice from wedding guru, Sharon Naylor
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We are having a morning wedding (11am to 4pm). Any advice to do after the wedding with our guests that will not require a lot of money?
Answer From Sharon:
It's now common practice for the bride and groom to skip the getaway after the reception and instead plan to spend their post-reception time with their friends and family. Since you have a morning wedding planned, that opens up plenty of time for one or several post-wedding gatherings. For ... Question:
What would be an appropriate amount to budget per invitation for a relatively formal wedding?
Answer From Sharon:
Ooo, this is a tough question to answer, since there is such a vast range of invitation styles out there, different types of papers and printing methods. I suggest you visit www.invitations4sale.com to see discounted, designer invitations from some of the top companies (Birchcraft, Carlson Cra... Question:
Is it tacky for a couple to have a small ceremony for both their second wedding? I want an intimate beach setting with just us and he wants a big ceremony because he never had one the first time...... Help please!
Answer From Sharon:
This is something you'll have to discuss as a couple, since it would be terribly unfair for either of you to have a ceremony that doesn't suit your style or wishes. When it comes to second weddings, this is a common dilemma, since one partner often feels the need to 'keep it small' and the other ... Question:
What are the top 5 questions to ask when you're looking for your cake baker?
Answer From Sharon:
Since your cake will be one of the last great tastes at your wedding, it can make or break your entire day! So you need to be sure you're working with a great cake baker who not only creates gorgeous works of art, but that they taste amazing as well. First, get referrals from recently married ... Question:
Our wedding coordinator won't give us her cell phone number! She said she only gives it out to brides within a month of the wedding. Is this normal?
Thanks,
Jackie
Answer From Sharon:
Some wedding coordinators create what I call a Boundary Must when it comes to giving out their cell phone numbers, for the simple fact that some brides (and their moms) overdo it -- calling constantly, at all hours of the night, while the coordinator is on vacation, with tons of questions, or rus... Question:
I'm a bridesmaid, helping to plan a co-ed bridal shower that's gotten MUCH bigger than I expected. I originally wanted to have the shower at a restaurant, but it's looking like I'll have to do something less formal and at home. I don't want the bride and groom to be disappointed, since all of the...
Answer From Sharon:
First of all, at-home showers are not always less expensive than the deals you can find at restaurants. After all, you might have to rent extra chairs and tables for the guests, and even if you self-cater the event you might not be as good at building an inexpensive but impressive menu as a resta... Question:
Hi Sharon! We've been to a few bridal shows, where we met a bunch of wedding vendors. I really liked a florist that we saw there, but my fiance says the wedding experts who pay to appear at these things are beginners, that if they were any good, they'd be booked solid and wouldn't need to appear...
Answer From Sharon:
Hello Shelly! That's a common misconception, and I'm so glad you brought up this topic. While it's true that some beginning wedding vendors go to bridal shows to drum up business (and many of those are excellent, talented pros!), you shouldn't think less of any established vendors who make it ... Question:
Hi Sharon,
I'm not sure how to start, but I need your advice about a wedding planner. My mother and I planned my entire wedding last year and hired a wedding coordinator to do the "day of" coordinating. We hired her for peace of mind on the day of the wedding and had many responsibilities in o...
Answer From Sharon:
Hello Laura: I'm just horrified at that wedding coordinator's unprofessional and damaging behavior on your wedding day! It's terrible that you had to go through all of that, and I completely understand your wish to warn other wedding couples away from this particular wedding coordinator. I'd c... Question:
What are the top 5 questions to ask when you’re searching for the perfect caterer?
Answer From Sharon:
Some wedding sites require you to work with their own in-house caterer, and others allow you to bring in your own professionals. Either way, these important questions can guide you toward booking the perfect food master who will create the perfect menu and preparation that elevates your wedding i... Question:
What are the top 5 questions to ask as you search for the perfect wedding day floral designer?
Answer From Sharon:
A true floral artist operates under multiple levels of skill. He or she needs to fulfill your detailed vision for your bouquets, centerpieces, décor and more, and he or she needs to create a true ambience within the site that brings out the larger themes of your day, your personal style, and the ...Sharon's Latest Book
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