Just a Thought........

Lists! When working with a photographer, try and map out the line up of all the photos. How artistic do you want to get? Are there particular pictures you want? Both of you under a veil, you looking at yourself through a hand held mirror. Try and look at some photographers website portfolio's and get some inspiration. If you make a list of who you want pictures of and how (to give to your photographer for a reference throught the day/night), it will make things go so much more smoothly.

Things to Consider.....

Any couple who is considering whether to hire a wedding planner will be interested in noting that we will:

Work according to an established timeline and let you know what should be done, at what time.

Assist you in establishing a realistic budget that is tailored to meet your most important aspects of your special date.

Haggle over prices and negotiate discounts so you can have what you want at the lowest price.

Advise you when payments are due to each vendor.

Help you select a menu that works for you as well as your guests. We will see that there are special foods for special diets, which cater to all age groups. We will also make sure that all food and drink items are of the very best quality for your budget.

Help to select a tasteful wedding cake, within your price range

Handle decorations, table linens, flowers and favors to make sure all components are properly coordinated.

Ensure that everthing is orchestrated smoothly from the walk down the aisle to the tossing of the bouquet. (All you and your family need to do is enjoy and have fun!)
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If you're over the age of 12, you know that the traditional bachelor party involves strippers, booze, and then
more strippers. [YAWN] That's all fine. And we would never discourage lapdances and liquor.

But you can do better. You can get more creative. In addition to the ho-hum routine of pole-dancing and beer,
consider mixing it up with the following

10 (Stripper-Free) Bachelor Party Ideas

Golf. But only if the groom actually-you know-likes to golf. Otherwise it feels forced, rote, and awkward. If someone influential eagerly suggests, "Hey guys-lets do golf!" others might feel  obligated just out of peer pressure. Feel out the groom's honest interest level.

Taste Whiskey. This ain't cheap. But arranging your own private "tasting" at a posh whiskey bar, this lets you class-up an ordinary bar experience.

FISH.a day of deep sea fishing, bring some beers, what else do you need?

Play poker. Perfect for a lean budget. Grill steaks, get beer from a cheap grocery store, and play Texas Hold'Em with a $20 buy-in.

Hunt. Especially for guys who don't usually go hunting-it's a wacky adventure. 10 guys. 10 guns. 10 cases of beer. What could go wrong?

Kill each other. Virtually. If your group is into video games, a weekend of Halo, Grand Theft Auto, or Madden could be the perfect (if nerdy) way to relieve stress. If you do this, just lie to other friends and tell them you hit a strip-club.

Ski. The Plunge's favorite bachelor parties are the ones that incorporate both rugged outdoors and drunken revelry. Skiing fits the bill: a few runs on the slopes, a few bourbons in the lodge. Bonus? Ski bunnies, not for the groom though.[tee hee]

Take in a game.If you can swing it, get box seats. If you can't, just get really, really drunk. Either way, pony up the cash to get seats you would never usually afford. I Plan It Right has a nice connection for the Blazers.

Feast on steak.Maybe your group has tons of dough but can't find a weekend to all getaway. No problem: rent a limo and go for a steak dinner. Especially if this is not the kind of lifestyle  your groom is used to, this will
make him feel like royality.

Rent a beach house. When enough guys chip in, renting a house is cheaper than hotels, gives you an Old School-type vibe, and increases the odds that the groom, at some point, will vomit. Which is the goal of every good bachelor party. (Unless, of course, the bachelor party is the night before the wedding. Which you would never schedule, right??

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Wondering what style of dress will work best for you? Check out our guide to choosing the best wedding dress accourding to body type. Every girl should look her best on her big day- here are a few hints to help accentuate your best qualities.

Pear-Shaped Figure: Full A-line silhouettes, V-neck tops, Bateau necklines, Scoop-neck tops, Strapless necklines all disguise fuller hips and the pear shaped body types best. These looks also balance torso to bust proportions. For a headpiece that adds slender lines, go with a Chapel length bridal veil.

Apple-Shaped  Figure: Princess-line and drop waist wedding dresses are most flattering. You can also try out A-line gowns as well as dresses with plunging necklines. Go heavy on the accessories to draw the eye up.

Hourglass Figure: Choose any dress that emphasizes your small waist. Popular choices are corset gowns, two-piece dresses, and ball gowns with a fitted top.

Petite Brides: Sheath wedding dresses are a great choice as they tend to elongate. Most importantly keep it simple without too much drama or detail.

Tall Brides: Tall girls have all the luck! Almost any style gown will work for a towering bride. But do avoid empire-waist dresses to avoid the "tent-as-wedding-gown" look.

Broad Shouldered: Steer clear of halter and off-the-shoulder necklines (unless you have long hair to drape over your shoulders) which tend to accentuate the shoulders. Instead, try strapless and scoop necklines. Delicate jewelry works best for broad shouldered brides as well.

Full-Busted: You may need a little help from a corset to get your girls under control. After that is taken care of, look for dresses with a higher neckline to draw less attention to the chest area. (You don't want people to only notice your chest!)

Full Arms: Look for gowns with off-the-shoulder straps or sheer fabric over the arms. You can also find a flattering formal short jacket to wear over your dress. Also try dresses with a longer sleeve. You'll just have to make sure the sleeves aren't too tight.

 Send me a message if you have any questions.