Flowers For The Wedding

Flowers for a Wedding they form the centrepiece of all parts of your day, From the church to the reception, flowers are really important when it comes to creating a fabulous Wedding Day. Weddings and flowers go hand in hand, They can also be used to create fabulous cake wedding designs. Don’t Leave it to the last minute to think about what flowers you want. A lot of preparation of flowers is done the day before and the morning of the wedding when the couple and their families are at their busiest and most stressed. It is wise to have them professionally prepared. Find a florist  who shows passion, Love and commitment for what they do. Once you have settled on a date for your Wedding, Waste no time in booking your florist as they are limited to the number of weddings per weekend, Actual decisions regarding the flowers should be made once the wedding out-fits have been chosen. A good wedding florist will want to discuss the precise details around six weeks before the wedding. A Florists shop will always tell you about their dedication and creativity, by looking at their arrangements, Beware of using a florist who does not have a shop as the availability of flowers and suppliers could let them down and in turn let you down on your dream day.

Wedding Dress

One of the first things brides think about after they get engaged is their wedding dress. It is often the single biggest expense of the wedding, so think wisely about what you choose. Here are some tips to help you secure the dress of your dreams. This is not the time to go with a fad, You will have pictures of this particular dress that people will be seeing years from now so timeless elegance is the key! If you have never looked good in a slinky number, or one with flouncy sleeves then you won’t look any better in them on your wedding day. Don’t fall in love with a style choose a style to suit you.  If white is just not your colour (not everyone looks wonderful in white), don’t be afraid to choose some of the amazing tinted dresses that are available. When white is toned down with a soft whisper of another colour it can enhance your beauty without washing you out.  Go to a range of Bridal Stores before you make your mind up on a style. Make sure and wear your most alluring undergarments because you’ll be spending a lot of time showing them off to a perfect stranger. Make sure you have a lot of time and then try everything on! It’s amazing how the dress you just didn’t think of is often the one that looks best on you. Think carefully before committing to a wedding dress this is one of the most important purchases you’ll ever make and shouldn’t be a spur of the moment one.

Men’s Wedding Suits

Men’s Wedding Suits Looking good on your wedding day is not the sole responsibility of the bride. Come on groom’s this is your big day as well, so even if you don’t have the body of a god, you can ensure a touch of glamour by choosing the correct suit for your body type. TALL AND BROAD If your daily workouts have left you with broad shoulders, neck arms and chest, you may not want extra padding to add additional bulk to your physique. Consider the elegance of a shawl collar tuxedo. Its clean lines will give you a slimmer silhouette. Choose dark colours and possibly a striped pair of trousers to give you a lean look and draw attention away from your upper body. If you also have a thick waist, go with a waistcoat with a deep neckline and avoid cummer-bunds which will draw focus to your mid-section. SHORT AND SLIM Make sure you pay special attention to tailoring. A properly fitted suit is key to style success for men with shorter frame. A classic two or three button jacket and pleated trousers in monochromatic colours work best, A satin stripe on your tux trousers also will help add height. SHORT AND STOCKY a shawl collar tuxedo will give you a leaner look. To offset a large waist thicker shoulder pads will help and give the illusion of a broader chest and slimmer mid-section. Select a long vest with a deep V neckline and avoid frilly or pleated shirts and cummerbunds Black and Navy are the best colours, If necessary choose a larger jacket so that it doesn’t pull at the waist when buttoned, Select a suit that suits your style (photo kindly supplied by S D Kells Enniskillen).

Wedding Photographs

Having Professional Photographs from a wedding photographer of your wedding is one of the most important things to consider when planning your big day. Remember that after all the hype has died down and you return from your honeymoon, along with the video, photos will be key to sharing your memories. Create a Shot List for the photographer with the photos that you would like to capture on the day. This is particularly helpful in the family photos, There’s nothing worse than getting the album back and realising you don’t have a picture of Grandma with yourself, nominate one member of each family who can round everyone up and help the photographer to get the shot. Create a list of the key photos you would like, don’t forget to include photos of the rings, backs of dresses, shoes, flowers, table settings and menus etc these help give your end album an extra dimension.

Wedding Stationery & Invitations

Carry your colour theme through your wedding stationery.

Wedding Invitations can come in a multitude of designs, according to your own personal taste and the theme or colour scheme of the wedding For instance, you can choose long rectangular shaped invitations, square or even heart shaped. Why not reflect the colour of your bridesmaid dresses in your invitations or perhaps choose a design that has the same flower in it as your bouquet of flowers, It is the fine attention to details that will help bring your big day together, making it even special. Formal The type of invitation you choose is important because it is the very first indication to the type of event you will be having, whether it be large and formal or intimate and low-key, The invitation can set the tone of the gifts your guests choose and also the attire that they choose to wear on the day. So it is best to choose carefully. There is a vast selection of designs available catering for all types of weddings and budgets. There is no standard invitation, as everybody has their own tastes and expectation for invitations, reception cards and return envelopes. Prices of invitations can vary depending on how many you order the complexity of their design and their quality.

Wedding Bands & Music

Picking the right tunes!

Music can play a huge part in setting the atmosphere, Think of any great party you’ve ever been to, and two of the most important elements of that party will undoubtedly be the music and the entertainment, Deciding on the music for your big day takes a lot of careful planning and consideration. Music can play such a huge part in setting the atmosphere and ambience at the wedding. Choosing what music to walk down the aisle to. or which song to have your magical first dance as a married couple are decisions not to be taken lightly. If you haven’t already, now is the time to put some serious though into the wedding music that will feature during you big day. Virtually every wedding will feature party music that will get the guests bopping away into the wee small hours. Whether it’s a DJ or a band there’s a whole range of options to get your guests strutting their stuff. Your wedding day, the happiest day of your life, is a day you and your partner will treasure forever, therefore the music should reflect a bit of you. whatever musicians you decide to hire you will probably find that all of them will charge a set fee, plus an additional hourly rate. With this in mind, you may well find that it becomes more cost effective to get them to play at both the service and reception. or reception and evening do some wedding bands also offer a DJ services worth taking a look at to keep the budget down (photo of James Peake Experience band).

Wedding Cakes

A Slice Of Something Sweet On Your Big Day!

A Wedding wouldn’t be a wedding without a cake to cut and share with your guests after your meal, The traditional tiered wedding cake has come a long way over the years. There are now so many different flavours, sizes, shapes and decorations to choose from that you are sure to find the perfect one tailored just to suit your style. Although many couples still like to settle for the more traditional style when it comes to their cake they can still put their own touch to it when it comes to the decoration. flavours now range from a traditional rich fruitcake, a variety of sponges and luxury carrot cake and vanilla sponge. And when it comes to decorating the cake. the choices are now endless. Chocoholics will be satisfied to know that there are now a wide variety of establishments offering chocolate wedding cakes. Of course, there is another new phenomenon in the wedding cake world now the cupcake wedding tower. A pretty display of individual cupcakes, one for each of your guests, can be a real crowd pleaser at the reception (like the one in the photo a wedding we done at Crom Castle west wing). One of the other big attractions for the cupcake option is that they are much easier to transport to the venue with less chance of any damages along the way! And for those who like the idea of a cupcake-feast but still want to be able to cut a cake. your baker can make a small wedding cake decorated in the same way as the cupcakes which can sit on top of the tower.

Wedding Chair Covers

Wedding Chair Covers can add and elegance to a room for your special day.

Creating an elegant atmosphere at your wedding reception is an important task for any bride and groom. After all elegance for your wedding day will let your guests know how truly special your day is. Wedding Chair Covers are one way to create a atmosphere that everyone will remember for years to come. Many brides work the colour of their chair covers into the theme or colour scheme of their big day with coloured sash, bows or flowers

Preparing the all-important speech

One of the most nerve wrecking parts of the wedding day for the majority of bridegrooms is the speech, it is something that can leave you full of dread, especially if you are not comfortable with speaking in public in front of a crowd of people – even if they are family and friends. The key therefore is to make sure that you are prepared and have practised your speech before the big day arrives. What you don’t want is to stand up in front of your guests and literally become speechless! No groom wants that at the most important event of his life! Every groom wants to make a good impression. Some people are natural performers, But for most people giving a major speech of any kind is a huge challenge. People that do it often know the best way is preparation. Work out the details of your speech ahead of time. Of course it is mostly to friends and family but you want to make a smooth delivery. Some people write out speeches entirely and memorize them. While this can make it easy to talk, It doesn’t always make the best speech because a speech is more than just talking. Many speakers first prepare an outline that includes all the major points. Memorize the outline or write down the key points on a card and then practice your speech Preparation is the key Tips for a good speech is to speak slowly and clearly and not rushing through it, as when you speak rapidly there is more chance of mistakes while you should also stand upright and face your audience which is something that will help give off an air of confidence. And don’t forget, enjoy it is your day and everyone is there to celebrate with you and your new wife.