Of course any of us would love to go out and buy anything and everything for our wedding and reception, but unfortunately reality sets in, and most of us need to stay within a certain budget. Because of that, many brides wonder the appropriate amount to spend on every item and accessory, including wedding favours. How much is too much, and how little is too little? Having a budget is a good idea and even commendable, but no one wants to come across as cheap or tacky. So what is a good amount to spend on your wedding favours, and how can you get the most bang for your buck!?
Obviously the answer as to an appropriate amount will be different for every bride and wedding. The one thing to keep in mind regarding your budget and your particular wedding is that your favours should be appropriate for the occasion itself; a more upscale wedding should have more elegant wedding favours, whereas a more casual wedding would offer more affordable and perhaps fun-styled favours. Keep in mind that fancy silver candlesticks may be lovely, but don't quite suit a barefoot beach wedding setting.
The size of your invitation list will affect the budget for your favours greatly. Obviously the more people you have, the more the favours will cost you. If you absolutely must have hundreds at your wedding, the favours are most likely going to have to be a bit more modest.
Your best bet for deciding the appropriate amount for favours is to start with your budget overall, and once you've figured your dress, the catering, DJ, venue rentals, and everything else, see how much that leaves you for favours. If the budget is somewhat skimpy at this point, you might want to see where you can make adjustments. Talk to your wedding planner to get suggestions with this.
In any event, always plan on spending at least $1 per favour; while you may not actually purchase wedding favours that are a dollar each, if you multiply that by how many guest you have, you then have your budget for overall favours. Two hundred guests equals $200 for favours; you can probably make something at home for that much. Assembling bags of chocolates or personalized candy bar wrappers tha tyou wrap yourself are great options.
And if you have the budget for it, you may even consider gift bags with an assortment of favours. Each favour might be somewhat modest, but if you wrap them individually in beautiful wrapping paper and nestle them in tissue paper in the gift bag, your guest will feel like they're getting a handful of gifts to take home with them.
Whatever you budget for favours, make sure they reflec tthe fact that you put some time, effort and thought into choosing them as a way of expressing your appreciation to your guests for sharing your special day.
Looking for ideas for your wedding? Contact Cariad Productions at cariadproductions@gmail.com for more ideas!
Check out my past post August 16th, 2010 for fun Bride & Groom favour ideas - http://cariadproductions.blogspot.com/2010/08/fun-favours-of-bride-and-groom.html
Monday, January 31, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Tips for Picking a Reception Venue
There is no point in seeking out a venue that incorporates a castle, cliffs and sandy beaches if you live in the city and are on a small budget. It is very important to keep your wedding dreams in line with what you can afford. This will save a lot of arguments when planning the wedding and a lot of debt after you're married. But that doesn't mean you can't still have your dream wedding. There are ideal venues to suit all budgets and tastes, it just takes a little creativity.
Who is Coming?
Planning your guest list can be a tiring and frustrating chore or a fun activity depending on your budget and how well everyone you know gets along. Once you've ironed out all the family politics of who should come and who shouldn't, your wedding guest list should be based on your total wedding reception budget. Your budget includes the reception venue, food, drinks and any overnight accomodation. There may be other "hidden" charges at the venue too, so be sure to add a little extra and check the fine print. Don't be afraid to ask your wedding planner for tips and to ensure that you know exactly what is included in the pricing. Contact Cariad Productions for advice at cariadproductions@gmail.com.
Where Should the Venue Be?
Once you know who is attending, you can decide where the best place to have the reception is. If you have friends and family dispersed around the country, or even the globe, you might be reluctant to hold your reception locally instead of preferring a wedding reception venue that is accessible to more guests. This is to ensure that your guests are able to make it to your wedding with minimal fuss and expense. If you do opt for a local venue, consider how people you want to invite will travel there and where they might stay. You might need to include details on the invitations regarding travel, transportation, directions and nearby hotels and attractions.
Meanwhile, do not forget to consider how you and those immediately around you will attend the wedding if the venue is out of town. There are additional costs involved in a non-local wedding as well, so be sure to keep that in mind.
What Type of Venue Suits You?
While picking a venue can be lots of fun, when you and your partner both want to have final say on the location it can make for a challenging time and tough negotiations. Each of you should make two lists. One list stating the features of your ideal wedding reception venue, and the other saying what you'd really NOT like in a venue. Requirements should be listed in order of importance as this will help when it comes to compromising later. You can perhaps both agree to 'lose' item '4' and so on to find your perfect venue.
When is the Wedding?
You can't book a wedding reception venue iwthout knowing the date of the wedding, but then there is nothing more disappointing than finding your dream venue and discovering that they are booked up on your wedding day. If you find your dream wedding reception venue, before setting the wedding date, you can make a provisional booking pending the speedy booking of the wedding date with your ceremony location. Both book well in advance, and be sure that they are aligned. Once you've decided on: budget, how, who, what and when, you can start looking at wedding reception venues that know you can afford. You will both love and that you and your guests can easily get to.
If you have any questions or are looking for suggestions in selecting a venue, I'm always here to help, cariadproductions@gmail.com!
Who is Coming?
Planning your guest list can be a tiring and frustrating chore or a fun activity depending on your budget and how well everyone you know gets along. Once you've ironed out all the family politics of who should come and who shouldn't, your wedding guest list should be based on your total wedding reception budget. Your budget includes the reception venue, food, drinks and any overnight accomodation. There may be other "hidden" charges at the venue too, so be sure to add a little extra and check the fine print. Don't be afraid to ask your wedding planner for tips and to ensure that you know exactly what is included in the pricing. Contact Cariad Productions for advice at cariadproductions@gmail.com.
Where Should the Venue Be?
Once you know who is attending, you can decide where the best place to have the reception is. If you have friends and family dispersed around the country, or even the globe, you might be reluctant to hold your reception locally instead of preferring a wedding reception venue that is accessible to more guests. This is to ensure that your guests are able to make it to your wedding with minimal fuss and expense. If you do opt for a local venue, consider how people you want to invite will travel there and where they might stay. You might need to include details on the invitations regarding travel, transportation, directions and nearby hotels and attractions.
Meanwhile, do not forget to consider how you and those immediately around you will attend the wedding if the venue is out of town. There are additional costs involved in a non-local wedding as well, so be sure to keep that in mind.
What Type of Venue Suits You?
While picking a venue can be lots of fun, when you and your partner both want to have final say on the location it can make for a challenging time and tough negotiations. Each of you should make two lists. One list stating the features of your ideal wedding reception venue, and the other saying what you'd really NOT like in a venue. Requirements should be listed in order of importance as this will help when it comes to compromising later. You can perhaps both agree to 'lose' item '4' and so on to find your perfect venue.
When is the Wedding?
You can't book a wedding reception venue iwthout knowing the date of the wedding, but then there is nothing more disappointing than finding your dream venue and discovering that they are booked up on your wedding day. If you find your dream wedding reception venue, before setting the wedding date, you can make a provisional booking pending the speedy booking of the wedding date with your ceremony location. Both book well in advance, and be sure that they are aligned. Once you've decided on: budget, how, who, what and when, you can start looking at wedding reception venues that know you can afford. You will both love and that you and your guests can easily get to.
If you have any questions or are looking for suggestions in selecting a venue, I'm always here to help, cariadproductions@gmail.com!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Wedding Bob Hairstyles
Not everyone likes their hair long, and you should feel comfortable on your wedding day, so don't be afraid to rock the bob!
As the wedding day approaches the excitement and the desire to have everything turn out just right greatly intensifies. Choosing the perfect hairstyle is one of the keys, and can be a challenging task for many brides.
A bride-to-be with short to medium hair length might feel discouraged thinking that the styling options she has are greatly reduced compared to longer hairstyles. However, this perception is inaccurate and most of the time just need a bit of imagination. By putting your artful skills to work you will be able to get a fabulous hairstyle that will make you feel confident as well as contributing to an unforgettable wedding day. Not the artsy type? Ask your hairstylist for ideas!
Bob hairstyles are a trendy and stylish option for a future bride who likes to be modern without turning to a complicated hairstyle. Bobs are a perfect alternative, especially in the summer when the temperatures are higher and tend to complicate hair styling.
Here are a few ideas for inspiration to get you started:
Curly bob hairstyles are very romantic, being one of the most inspired choices you can make for the occasions. The styling options are virtually endless, ranging from innocent modern large curls to glamorous retro styles that provide a distinctive and unique allure.
A wavy textured bob is another option you can use if you are not ready to embrace a curly hairstyle wholeheartedly. With the right hair styling products at hand, your success is almost guaranteed.
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