bridal emergency kit

23rd April, 2012 - Posted by Natasha - No Comments

Sometimes when you want your wedding day to go as smooth as possible, and nothing to go wrong, the unexpected happens, you forgot your garder belt, one of your bridesmaid’s dress started to tear, one of the grooms had a little too much to drink lastnight and has a bad hangover. For whatever reason it may be, the bridal emergency kit can save the day. Have your maid of honour or whomever you’d like to be in charge of this, carry this kit throughout the whole day making sure that those unexpected problems will be solved immediately.

Here are a list of some things I carry in a bridal emergency kit and I tell brides to carry as well (feel free to add more to the list if needed):

  1. Clear nail Polish
  2. Nail File
  3. Nail polish (bridesmaids shade and bride’s shade)
  4. Makeup
  5. Stocking
  6. Hairspray
  7. Comb, brush, and teasing comb
  8. Bobby pins
  9. Hair elastics
  10. Tissues
  11. Lint brush
  12. Backings to earrings
  13. Mini flat iron (for touch-ups)
  14. Baby Powers (Brides- sometimes you may spill something on your dress, baby powder will help get out the stains fast)
  15. Visin Eye drops for red dry eyes
  16. Contact lens solution and case
  17. Tums, Midol, Advil, Tylenol
  18. Deoderant, Body Spray, Body lotion
  19. Tampons and pads
  20. Band-aids (for those unexpected blisters)
  21. Gum and Mints
  22. Extra garder belt
  23. Flats (for bride and bridesmaids)
  24. Cellphone Charger
  25. Moist Towelletes
  26. Extra Camera
  27. List of vendors phone numbers
  28. Extra copy of the maid of honour and best man speech
  29. Extra copy of Bride and Groom speech
  30. Sewing Kit, Safety Pins, Small Scissors
  31. Copy of invitation

Until next time!

X-O-X-O

Natasha

chocolate martini anyone?

4th October, 2010 - Posted by Lia - No Comments

When planning your wedding, you may have to make a few difficult decisions. One of these may be the decision on whether to include a bar at you wedding reception. It is traditional to offer guests various alcoholic beverage options. While this is ideal, it can get very costly, very fast. There are ways around this dilemma though, it all depends on the situation, budget, and you and your grooms vision for your wedding:

Open Bar: Okay, we’ll be honest….everyone loves an open bar! Many love the freedom of having the bar open all night throughout your reception. However, depending on the number of guests, the amount of alcohol ordered, and what kind of alcohol is being served it can get extremely pricey. Our advice? If you can afford it, then wonderful! If your budget is a bit more modest, then stick to one of our next options.  Meet with the bartender before hand and concoct a signature cocktail or drink for your special day! Figure out what drink flavors, mixes, or combinations best represent you and your future spouses relationship, or even use your favorite drink as the signature drink!

Limited Bar: This is a great idea if you still want your guests to feel like they have some freedom, yet it won’t cost you a large portion of your budget. By having a limited bar at your wedding, your guests do have the open bar option but for a limited time. You will select certain hours, such as an hour or two in the beginning, or throughout the time the meal is served. By having control over when your guests flock to your bartender, you can keep costs down while still having a good time.

Cash Only Bar:  Some deem this as tacky, but if carried out with class it can be done! As I said before, alcohol can get expensive! Save on costs by offering a “Cash Only” bar. Guests can still enjoy as many beverages as they want but not at a detriment to your bank account. Have a classy and elegant sign near the bar that reads “Cash Bar Only”, and allow guests to take it from there. By allowing your guests to pick up their own tab on the bill you can breathe easy, and enjoy a drink or two yourself without worrying about additional costs.

No Alcohol Served: There is nothing wrong with not having alcohol served at your wedding. It’s your special day, your choice, your agenda. Perhaps you don’t have the funds for any sort of bar or you feel uneasy with the cash only option. Sometimes the bride and/or groom can have issues with family members drinking one too many (who’s family doesn’t have one of those!?) which creates an awkward situation for everyone. Minimize the stress by eliminating the alcohol from your wedding, it’s your decision as it is YOUR day!

Keep in mind that regardless of what decision you choose for your bar options, it’s you and your groom’s decision. Your guests will still be able to enjoy themselves at your wedding with or without a drink in their hand!

 

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