2016 Fall Bridal Magazine

ALBERT LEA BRIDE Friday, September 23, 2016

A must-have

wedding to-do list

20

interview questions for a photographer

Local couple share their

Wedding Day

memories

Table of Contents Choosing the right wedding favors

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20 Questions for a photographer

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Patrick and Joy Hanson’s rustic wedding

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A must-have to do list for your big day

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Choosing the right wedding

reception favors

Be creative

Wedding favors can be just about anything, so there’s no need to stick to Jordan almonds or wine bottle stoppers.

The more creative couples are, the more receptive their guests will likely be. For example, for an autumn-theme wedding, fill mason jars with the ingredients for a spiced cake and give the recipe directions on a tag. For a summer wedding, gift guests with a sun and surf survival bag, full of sunblock, a beach towel and sunglasses.

Complete the theme

Some weddings follow a particular theme from start to finish, and wedding favors should stick with that theme.

Couples who will showcase their love of travel on their wedding days may want to give guests keychains or purse holders that feature popular landmarks around the world.

Those who are admitted beach bums may want to present a small fishbowl with sand and a goldfish inside, reminiscent of days at the seashore.

Go traditional

Couples who opt for universally appealing favors can lean toward some popular options, such as silver cake servers, candlestick holders, decorative photo frames, or engraved keepsake boxes.

Aim for favors that have utility.

Otherwise, favors may end up collecting dust on someone’s shelf.

Food and beverage gifts are fun

Food favors mean guests can enjoy their gifts and not have to worry about finding space inside their homes to display trinkets. Food favors can be lavishly decorated cookies, fine chocolates, petit fours, small bottles of champagne or cupcakes decorated like the wedding cake.

Favors are often integral to wedding celebrations.

Selecting a favor that will be appreciated and fit with the wedding is often a fun and stress-free part of planning a wedding.

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INTERVIEW

QUESTIONS FOR YOUR

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER 1. How many weddings have your shot in your career?

11. Is there a limit to the number of images you’ll edit?

2. Have you ever shot at my wedding location?

12. How long should I expect to wait to receive proofs from my wedding?

3. What is your preferred photography style?

13. Will I receive a disk of photos or will I need to order all images through you?

4. Do you bring your own lighting?

5. Will you have any other weddings scheduled on my wedding day?

6. How many hours are included in your packages?

7. Will you bring a second shooter to ensure key moments are captured from more than one perspective?

8. Do you work from a shot list?

9. Can I request specific images are taken?

14. How much are prints and is an album included?

15. Will you use any of my images in advertising?

16. What will you and a second shooter wear to my wedding?

17. What is your plan should an emergency come up and you can’t photograph my wedding?

18. How much is the deposit?

19. When is the full balance due?

10. How many images can I expect to receive?

20. What is your cancellation policy?

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Patrick & Joy HANSON

Bride: Joy Hanson, 22 Manager at The Interchange in Albert Lea Groom: Patrick Hanson, 23 Manager at The Interchange in Albert Lea Wedding date: September 27, 2014

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Photos by: McKenzie Hanson

​ edding Location: ​ W At ​Joy’s​parents’ farm just outside of Walters.

W​h​y did you choose that location? ​Patrick and Joy: ​W​e both love spending time outside and wanted it to be a part of our ceremony. We also loved the idea of a rustic barn-themed wedding. Having it on ​Joy’s ​ parents​‘​farm was also cost effective.

D​id you have a theme for the wedding? ​Patrick and Joy: ​We were going for a natural, rustic style along with some vintage flare, which we think turned out really well.

T​ell us about the dress. ​Joy: ​The dress belonged to my mother. Ever since I was young I told my mom I wanted to wear her dress for my wedding. She let me try it on when I was little and thought I was silly for wanting to wear it.

After Patrick and I got engaged I remembered that I wanted to wear her dress. I tried it on and it fit perfectly after a few minor adjustments.

The only major alteration I made was removing the long sleeves, which my mom totally agreed with being she and my dad got married in December.

T​ ​ell us about the flowers. ​Joy: ​My sister, Amy, put together all the bouquets. We had daisies, baby’s breath, and paper flowers that my sisters designed.

The rest of the flowers and plants that made up the wedding grounds decor were grown and arranged by my mother, which is one of her hobbies.

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T​ ​ell us about the cake​.​ ​Patrick and Joy: ​We had a two-tiered decorative cake for the cutting ceremony and to serve the wedding party. In addition, gourmet cupcakes in tulip papers were served to the guests. The cake, cupcakes and frosting were made by a family friend who used her own specialty recipes. ​ ​hat was your favorite detail?

W ​Patrick​: Instead of a unity candle ceremony, Joy and I played a song together. We both enjoy playing music and wanted our unity to be represented by something we have a passion for. ​ ​hat were you most nervous about?

W ​Patrick and Joy​: Everything seemed to fall into place. When it came down to the day of the wedding we had nothing to be worried about. There was a chance

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of rain the day of, but we had a large party tent ready for backup. It did end up raining for about half an hour after the ceremony, but, really, it just made everything more vibrant and the kids loved playing in the rain.

What was you most memorable moment? ​Patrick and Joy​: There were many memorable moments for us. Our ceremony was amazing but wasn’t perfect. The sound system cut out for most of the minister’s sermon so only Joy and I were able to hear, which isn’t all bad because it was mainly directed to us anyway, and, like many weddings, the flower girls and ring bearer started crying as soon as they arrived to the front.

We couldn’t entirely control how things played out even though we planned how it was supposed to happen.

Life is sometimes the same way.

We both know neither one of us are perfect and life is not always going to go as we plan.

That’s why we joined together in a covenant with each other under God as our guide. We believe he is our best option to truly continue learning how to love each other.

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12 OR MORE MONTHS AHEAD Announce your engagement Hire a wedding coordinator Set budget Set date Choose attendants Visit and reserve ceremony and reception venues Compile guest list and send save-thedate cards Order wedding gown and accessories Select and book: Caterer Officiant Florist Photographer Cinematographer DJ/Entertainment Arrange any cosmetic procedure or start beauty/health regime 6 OR MORE MONTHS AHEAD Order attendants’ gowns/shoes/ accessories Order invitations Register for gifts Purchase wedding rings Take engagement photos Select and book: Makeup and hair stylist Cake Rental equipment Photo booths Honeymoon Wedding night accommodations

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4 OR MORE MONTHS AHEAD Discuss details with vendors Select and book/purchase: Wedding day transportation Favors and gifts Groom’s attire Complete any decorations for the reception Plan rehearsal dinner 2 OR MORE MONTHS AHEAD Mail invitations (6-8 weeks prior) Finalize seating plan and placecards Confirm guest count and relay to vendors Confirm honeymoon plans Obtain marriage license 1 MONTH BEFORE Have final fitting for dress and shoes Pick up dress THE WEEK BEFORE Pack for your honeymoon Confirm transportation arrangements Prepare tip and payment envelopes for vendors Have manicure and pedicure Rehearse ceremony, attend rehearsal dinner DAY OF Get married and have fun!

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