The old saying is, once he proposes and buys the ring, his main responsibility is just to show up, hopefully on time. But your wedding is a celebration of both of you, your relationship, and your story. It'll be much more enjoyable if you can share in the planning together!
It's true: You've found a rare guy if he is willing to share in your excitement when shopping for a dress, flowers, or what color napkins you will have for your cocktail hour. Some Grooms are led like zombies through the wedding day, and a big reason for this is that they literally have no idea what to expect! Here's 5 good ideas to get your Groom more involved, in no particular order.
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Sometimes "reality" takes a back seat, especially when planning a "fairy tale."
Society nowadays is bombarded with short attention spans and instant gratification. Whether its instant messages, instant access, or instant oatmeal, people want what they want and they want it right now! If you're lucky enough to have your father in your life at the time of your wedding day, most certainly he is involved in some way, shape, or form.
But Dad can be more than the guy who pays for the event (as used to be customary of the Bride's father...). Very commonly, Dad is given a moment to speak at the Reception (as in a before-dinner toast), and of course, there is the Daddy-Daughter Dance, and perhaps his most important role: walking his daughter down the aisle and giving her away. But a growing trend from brides I've talked to right here in our area (Detroit/Metro) are finding ways for Dad to help in the wedding planning too. In fact, there are many ways to involve your father or step-father, even if they are no longer with us. How? Read on! A recent study by XO Group Inc., a global media and technology leader and creator of the top wedding website, TheKnot.com, recently released the results of its annual Real Wedding Study. This comprehensive report surveyed nearly 13,000 US brides and grooms married in 2013. But today we obtained specific data about Wedding Videography - and Videography in the Detroit area - by following up with the Site Director of TheKnot.com, Anja Winikka.
If you've just returned from attending your first Bridal Show chances are you are pretty overwhelmed! Even if you go into the show having planned course of action, the massive crowds, sea of vendors, and the huge bag of brochures and promotional material is sure to leave your head spinning...So here's some helpful tips on how to make some sense of everything!
You take care of him, bathe him, limit how much he eats, teach him right from wrong, and establish boundaries for him. No were not talking about your groom, we're talking about your dog!
Your pet is a big part of your life: why not somehow include him/her in your big day? Here are some fun ways to include your dog in your wedding plans: The award-winning ensemble comedy focused on a paper company in Scranton, PA - Dunder Mifflin - with the running storyline being that this paper company was chosen to be the subject of an upcoming (faux) documentary. It wasn't until this final season where we started to see the characters really interact with the "filmmakers" who had been covering their lives for the past nine years.
As a great resource to Real Detroit Bride's Guide readers and brides, I encourage people to ask questions about your wedding...If you are wondering about something there is a good chance someone else out there is too!
I recently was asked the following question from a very cool couple I met at a recent bridal show: (paraphrased) "Is it proper to ask for a food-tasting prior to booking my Reception Hall?" Well, as modern technology makes life more and more convenient, it was only a matter of time that they introduced the Bridal Diaper....
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed....something stinks. In recent months, there has been increased internet chatter revolving around a "new" bridal fashion trend: The Bridal Diaper, an adult-diaper that creates an easier alternative to taking a pee-break during your wedding day. Today is Mother's Day, a day to honor a very special person (or people, if you
include grandma and stepmom!) in your life. Your mother will most surely be involved in your wedding, in some way, shape, or form, even if it is a remembrance and celebration of her legacy (if your mom has passed, here are some ideas to remember her and others that have passed on your wedding day.) |
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AuthorTom Santilli has been in the Detroit wedding industry since 2002, and in that time has established himself as one of the top in his field. His company, Complete Video Solutions , was named as the #1 Best Wedding Videographer in Detroit by local brides and Channel 4 FIVE consecutive years and is currently inducted into TheKnot.com's "Vendor Hall of Fame." He also has won several awards for his wedding production, and is a member of WEVA (Wedding & Event Videographers Association.) As the Detroit Wedding Examiner, he has helped hundreds of brides with their weddings, with a local knowledge not found anywhere else. Being in the industry for so long, he is an expert in all areas of wedding planning, not just videography. He welcomes your questions, article suggestions, or feedback, and he can be reached Archives
January 2024
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