2018 Wedding & Bridal Guide

2018

GUIDE

Choosing Wedding Color Palettes
Some brides may feel beholden to the color white on over-the-top. Also, brides and grooms needn’t feel pres-
their wedding days, at least in regard to their gowns. sured by the “hot” colors of the moment. As with cloth- with us!
Those who do often embrace the opportunity to show- ing and hairstyles, trends change. It is better to select
case their personal styles and set the mood for their colors that will stand the test of time and look good for
nuptials by embracing various colors throughout their years to come.
ceremonies and receptions.
Couples may have to incorporate colors already at
Color can be a critical component when establish- their wedding venues into their style. Fortunately many
ing the ambiance for a wedding. Color can evoke certain reception sites are outfitted in neutral tones to enable
moods and set the tone for the day. Some colors work customization.
better together than others.
The wedding resource The Knot also says having a
According to the bridal guide A Practical Wedding, basic knowledge of the color wheel can help. Typically,
wedding colors can give couples a starting-off point for colors that pair well together are those that are opposites
all of the other details of their weddings. This ensures on the color wheel. Also, colors that share proximity on
the wedding ultimately has a cohesive look. Colors need the color wheel will have similar tones and play well to-
not necessarily match, but borrowing on similar hues gether. Examples of opposite colors include purples and
can make it easier to plan wedding party wardrobes, yellows, reds and greens, and oranges and blues.
flowers, table linens, and much more.
Couples should not be afraid to take some chances
Colors can come from anywhere, but many couples with their color palettes.
try to coordinate their color schemes with the season
in which the wedding takes place. In fact, couples who Book your event
are finding it difficult to decide on a palette can look to
seasonal colors for inspiration. For example, pastels and
blooming flowers can set the scene for spring weddings,
while jewel tones and rich reds and greens may be fitting
for winter ceremonies.

Some couples opt for more loosely defined color
palettes, such as neutral and natural colors. Country
and garden weddings can borrow ideas from the land-
scape, with natural linens paired with wildflowers. Using
whites, grays and beiges enables couples to add a pop of
color without overwhelming the setting.

Brides magazine suggests that couples avoid choos-
ing too many colors. A maximum of three with one me-
tallic can ensure that things look cohesive without being

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when many elements of the event, and couples MUST SEE TO
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ding planning. they can be drawn.
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more. The app will help
customers find products
in their area.

• Shutterfly: This pho-
to, invitation and image-
sharing tool can be an in-
expensive place to create
save-the-date stationery,
invitations, and photo
memory books.

• Appy Couple: This
app and website helps
couples manage their
budgets, timelines, wed-
ding parties, and seating
charts, while also allow-
ing them to share photos.
There is a free version and
basic packages that allow
access to more features.

• iWedding Deluxe:
In addition to managing
timelines, to-do lists and
vendors, this app offers in-
spiration ideas for gowns,
manages and tracks gifts,
and offers first dance sug-
gestions from iTunes.
However, it is only avail-

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2018

GUIDE

Wedding Costs: What To Expect Unconventional New Wedding Menu Ideas

Newly engaged couples may experience an array of Traditionally, one of the more UNIQUE EATS ... Taste reigns su- crêpes, noodles, and so many more
emotions when they sit down to plan their weddings. memorable aspects of wedding re- preme at weddings featuring cre- flavors into a wedding.
Some couples cannot wait to jump into planning and ceptions is the food. Whether it was ative menus.
want to catalog every aspect of the process, while oth- fun, tasty or something entirely HIGH-END OPTIONS
ers may proceed with caution because they don’t know new for guests, food tends to leave a chicken and waffles station, a gour- Couples may want to give guests
what to expect - particularly in regard to cost. lasting impression. met popcorn snack station, or a ra- a taste of the lavish with olive oil
men noodle bar. and vinegar tasting stations, whis-
Many couples find it difficult to create their wedding The experts at Boho Weddings key bars, French hors d’oeuvres,
budgets because they have no previous experience to say that, more than ever before, FOOD TRUCKS/CARTS Kobe beef sliders, lobster tails, ri-
draw on. The wedding planning advisor CostofWedding. couples are seeking menu ideas Outdoor weddings can be en- sotto stations, and more.
com indicates the average wedding cost in the United that reflect their personalities as hanced with the addition of trendy
States is $26,720, with most people spending between a couple as they seek to make a food trucks. These restaurants on CHILDHOOD FAVORITES
$20,000 and $34,000. Seventh Heaven Event Cater- statement at their events. Celebrat- wheels can inject burgers, sand- When it comes time for dessert,
ing states that, in Canada, the average wedding costs ing with delicious, unique foods can wiches, international delights, some couples opt to avoid or down-
around $30,000. Such costs can vary greatly depending make receptions that much more play wedding cakes in favor of some-
on couples’ preferences, including where they hope to amazing. thing simpler. A cookie-and-milk
tie the knot. bar, doughnut holes, soft pretzel
BITE-SIZED BURSTS stations, pie pops, or dessert shot
By breaking down wedding expenses, couples can get Tapas and a movement toward jars push creativity and sweetness
a clearer picture of how much they may need to pay for small bites has started to take to new levels. Do-it-yourself dessert
their weddings and where they may need to cut costs. hold at wedding receptions. Such stations, such as s’more-making
a choice allows guests to try many and ice cream sundae stations, also
• Reception site: According to The Knot, a premiere different flavors without filling up can be big hits.
wedding planning resource, couples can expect their re- too quickly. From sliders to mini Couples are increasingly feel-
ceptions to eat up the largest chunk of their wedding grilled cheese to soup shots to bite- ing less beholden to traditional
budgets. Wedding reception venues may cost between sized pizzas, many of these small wedding reception menus as they
$10,000 and $15,000. The average price for catering bites feature flavors borrowed from look to infuse their personal tastes
per person is roughly $70. Bar service may be around familiar comfort foods - just pre- into the foods they plan to serve
$2,000 for a three- to four-hour party. Some reception sented on a miniature scale. their guests. Many catering
sites combine the room cost with the food and beverage COMFORT STATIONS AND BARS managers and chefs welcome
costs, while others have à la carte fees. Couples who love comfort food the chance to work with couples
can put it on display with a cros- looking to create unique reception
• Cake: Wedding cakes tend to be multitiered intri- tini station, a mashed potato bar, a menus.
cate designs, so they will cost more than birthday cakes.
According to Statistics Brain, wedding dessert will come Tips For Trimming The Wedding Guest List
in around $390.
Weddings are a time more successful marriage, the must-have list. ing with a person (your
• Music: The Knot says wedding bands cost around to celebrate, and many couples must be practical • Separate friends from parent’s long lost friend
$3,500, which is more than twice as much as hiring couples hope to invite as and consider their wed- from high school) or the
a deejay ($1,200). Soloists or ceremony musicians may many people as possible ding budgets when creat- friends’ friends. If you person has never met your
cost around $650. to share their excitement. ing their guest lists. The don’t see people outside significant other, then
A 2014 study by research- average American wed- of events set up by mu- they probably can be cut.
• Wedding planner: Many couples employ wedding ers at the University of ding includes 120 guests, tual friends, you should If parents insist on invit-
planners to make planning their weddings easier. Wed- Denver found that cou- according to a 2015 New- not feel obligated to invite ing someone you barely
ding planners cost an average of $1,300, says Thumb- ples who invite at least lywed Survey released by those people to the wed- remember, they should
tack, a company that matches professionals with people 150 guests to the wedding WeddingWire. Couples ding. They are more likely help defray the costs.
who require their services. may have happier mar- who are finding it difficult friends of your friends and
riages. The study exam- to create and pare down not your close friends. • Cut out the kids. Even
• Transportation: Limousines and other transpor- ined 418 people who were their guest lists can em- though children’s dinner
tation prices vary depending on the vehicle(s) couples single at the beginning of ploy the following tips. • Know the guest list costs may be lower than
choose. The Knot notes that budgeting between $400 the study and married five ceiling. Catering halls or adults’, inviting children
and $500 for transportation might be wise. years later. It found that • Create initial lists. reception rooms often can can significantly increase
47 percent of those people When jotting down po- only accommodate a cer- the guest list. A no-child
• Wedding gown: Brides-to-be should expect their who had gotten married tential guests’ names, tain number of people. policy at the reception can
gowns to cost around $1,100 and the veil or headpiece in front of at least 150 write down everyone you Know this number before save money.
to be roughly $120, according to the Association of guests had “high-quality want to invite, regard- making a final list. The
Bridal Consultants. marriages,” while those less of budget. Then list limits of the space may • Avoid uncomfortable
with 50 or fewer guests the must-have guests for serve as the catalyst for situations. Unless you
• Photography and Video: Preserving wedding day fell short. the wedding. This should trimming the guest list. have remained particular-
memories costs around $2,800 for video and photogra- include the family and ly close, keep former boy-
phy services, based on data from Statistics Brain. While guests make friends with whom you in- • Consider coworkers friends and girlfriends off
weddings more enjoy- teract on a regular basis. carefully. Think about of the guest list.
The smaller details, such as accessories, gifts, offici- able, and may increase Create a separate column whether you’d still be
ant fees, stationery, spa services, and favors can quickly the propensity to enjoy a for guests who don’t make friends with your cowork- Paring down a wedding
add up as well. Couples should be sure to leave some ers if the company dis- guest list can be a diffi-
wiggle room in their budgets for incidental expenses Plan Your Event In Pioneer solved tomorrow. If not, cult process, but couples
that may pop up. you should not feel obli- should work together and
Pioneer Community Center gated to invite them. respect each other’s con-
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