| What defines a good wedding from a great | | | | need not splurge for the Beef Wellington, your |
| wedding? What transforms your guests from | | | | caterer should be able to provide in-season cost |
| saying the wedding was "The usual - it was ok" | | | | saving - but also tasty options for you and your |
| to "I had such a great time!"? The secret to | | | | guests. Make sure you seat your guests next to |
| planning a spectacular wedding bash isn't in the | | | | other guests they know and enjoy their |
| flowers, the table linens or even the icing on the | | | | company. |
| cake. Think about all the weddings you have been | | | | Finally, select wedding favors for your guests that |
| to - what created such a good time? | | | | they can take home and enjoy. A wedding favor |
| The truth is many brides focus on all the "little | | | | is a memory of your wedding and should reflect |
| details" such as driving her fiancé crazy | | | | your personal taste and style. This is the one item |
| over the rose petals being an exact, and I mean | | | | your guests will bring home with them as a |
| exact match to the bridesmaid dresses. When | | | | keepsake of your event, so give them something |
| your guests are focusing on the friends, family, | | | | you would enjoy receiving as well. Our |
| food and entertainment - trust me, they won't | | | | recommendations are items which can be used in |
| even notice that the petals are a shade or two | | | | their homes such as photo coasters, wine |
| off. The only one who will notice is you. | | | | stoppers, photo albums or wallet sized frames |
| To "wow" your guests make sure everything is in | | | | (which can also double as place card frames). If |
| place for them to have a good time. The key | | | | you are afraid that your guests will leave behind |
| elements to a good party are the other guests, | | | | favors, opt for something edible such as candy, |
| the entertainment, the food and drinks. You | | | | chocolates or cookies. |
| should cut down on other expenses such as | | | | The key to planning a spectacular wedding is to |
| flowers, transportation and attire to allow for | | | | place yourself in your guests' shoes and think |
| more of your budget to keep the good times | | | | about the prior weddings you attended. Make sure |
| rolling. Entertainment can include a band, DJ, | | | | you keep in mind that just like any other party - |
| impersonators, special guests, even dancers. Food | | | | your wedding isn't only about the "guests of |
| should fit into your budget but also offer a | | | | honor" but also about making sure everyone feels |
| variety of options for every palette. Although you | | | | included and is having a good time. |