Special Features - February 10, 2016

Weddings

2016 WEDDING GUIDE IS A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO

Photo Fabulous Choosing the right photographer

Outdoor Weddings Things to consider when planning for the outdoors

Unforgettable Destinations Some memorable honeymoon getaways

planning let the

3 the checklist 4 + 5 the wedding photographer 6 + 7 wedding dress silhouettes 8 + 9 choosing the right florist 10 grooms: looking your best 11 outdoor weddings 12 + 13 responsibilities of bridal party members

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14 + 15 destination weddings 16 + 17 100 first dance songs 18 + 19 dinner service 20 + 21 unforgettable honeymoon ideas 22 wedding budget 23 tame wedding day nerves

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This handy tool allows you to tick off all the wedding tasks on your to-do list and make sure all the planning is on schedule in the lead up to your big day.

12-18 MONTHS: Set your budget Choose and book your venue Set your date!

Put together your guest list Decide on a church or civil ceremony Book your church or registrar Arrange a marquee if you need one Take out wedding insurance 9-12 MONTHS: Choose bridesmaids, best man and ushers Compile guest list and send out your Save the Date cards Choose and book your photographer and videographer Get your transport sorted Book your DJ and/ or band Book your caterers and decide on your menu Start looking at wedding dresses and work out what you like

0-3 MONTHS: Put engagement announcement in newspaper Send out invitations Have your dress fittings Start wearing in your shoes at home Buy gifts for your bridal party Write speeches and thank yous Trim your hair (nothing to drastic!) and have a hair trial Trial run of bridal make-up Get your wedding license

6-9 MONTHS: Choose and book your florist Choose and book your cake maker Start shopping for your wedding dress and get it ordered!

Buy your shoes, underwear and accessories Order or start making your wedding favours Book hair and make-up 3-6 MONTHS: Choose bridesmaids dresses Get your grooms wear sorted Buy your wedding rings Book your honeymoon Book your wedding night accommodation Choose readings, poems and hymns Agree your order of service with your vicar or registrar Set up your gift list Start writing your vows

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FINAL WEEK: Confirm numbers with venue and caterers Brief your bridesmaids, ushers and best man on your plans and give them emergency numbers Confirm all your timings with suppliers!

Pay final balances Collect grooms wear if you’ve hired it Collect your wedding dress from your boutique Have a manicure and pedicure

don’t underestimate importance of wedding day

photographer

Limousines, gowns and flowers are each important components of a couple’s wedding day. But few aspects of a wedding are as important as photography.

hiring a professional photographer for their weddings. Although there is something to be said for candid images captured on phones and personal cameras, the pictures a couple will cherish and look

Thanks to the popularity of social media, some couples may overlook the importance of

back on for decades are best supplied by a professional photographer.

Even if you will be hiring a videographer and having photos snapped by loving friends and family, professional wedding photography is an ideal way to immortalize this special day. Most couples say “I do” with the hopes of staying together forever, giving them only one chance to capture the magic of the wedding day on film. Leaving photos to chance by hiring an amateur photographer may be something couples regret down the road.

Professional photographers use high-quality equipment that will produce much better results than photos snapped on the average digital camera. Plus, the photographer has experience with posing, placement of arms and legs, head tilting, and lighting, each of which ensures that the photos come out looking as good as possible. While a friend may not notice an eyesore in the rear of a photo composition when taking a picture, a professional

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may notice something that will stand out and make adjustments.

Furthermore, professional photographers tend to have an eye for interesting angles to capture images that may be overlooked. Rather than a series of portraits at one level, he or she may climb high for aerial shots or lie on the floor for a different perspective. The results may be unique vantage points that set your wedding photos apart from those of the masses.

Price alone should not dictate which photographer to hire.

Although wedding budgets are often stretched, skimping on a photography allotment may result in subpar results. That doesn’t mean you need to hire the most expensive photographer,

but couples should realize the value of experience and professional equipment, both of which tend to come at a premium price. Do not expect to pay package prices that would be offered at department or discount stores. Many photographers are artists who take their work very seriously. A photographer will be spending all day with you capturing hundreds of photos. Each image will then need to be reviewed, repositioned and potentially enhanced or retouched. This timeconsuming attention to detail is often what dictates the higher costs of a very good photographer.

A professional photographer will provide the expertise needed to produce beautiful wedding photos. will meld with your own perception of how you want the wedding to look.

Expressing your expectations and comparing your goals with the portfolios of photographers will help you find the best fit. Do not feel shy about asking for testimonials from past customers or talking to

Keep in mind that photographers are unique individuals and not all the visions and styles of particular artists

couples you know who have recently gotten married and asking for a recommendation.

While couples are making wedding day magic, photographers are behind the scenes capturing all of the memories couples can relive for years and years to come.

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silhouettes

wedding dress

Few wardrobe decisions are scrutinized as much as a bride-to-be’s choice of wedding gown.

Finding the perfect gown that flatters the future bride’s figure while stunning her guests and soon-to-be husband is a labor of love for many brides.

The Bridal Association of America estimates a bride-to-be will spend between $1,500 and $2,000 total on her gown, veil and accessories.

Brides often spend months, if not years, shopping for the right gown.

Finding the right gown means having an understanding of what silhouettes are available and what flatters certain body types. After all, you want to look like the best version of yourself when getting married.

Here is a look of some of the common types of gown silhouettes and why choosing this shape might be right for you.

ballgown style may not be ideal for petite women, as the skirt may overwhelm their figures.

of the dress will fit to the waist and gradually fan out from the hips to form the outline of an uppercase “A.” When in doubt, A-line gowns are classic and sensible and a favorite among brides.

A-line Another silhouette very forgiving or appropriate for many body types is the A-line gown. A-line cut dresses should be the go-to style for anyone looking to minimize perceived flaws. The cut

Trumpet Women who

Ballgown A ballgown dress is truly a classic style, evoking images of fairy tale princesses. With a fitted bodice and full skirt that flairs at the waist, this silhouette is usually good for all body types.

Because the full skirt, typically poofed-up by crinoline and will hide the hips and thighs, women with a pear shape might gravitate toward this style. The

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prefer

something a little more form-fitting may select a trumpet silhouette.

This dress is fitted through the body and then the gown flares out at mid-thigh level. Women with taught stomachs and hourglass figures can benefit from this style gown, but those who do not want anything tight in the hips and thighs will want to select something else.

Mermaid A bit more fitted than the trumpet, this silhouette is close to the body from the chest down to the knee. The skirt then flares out slightly by the knee. Tall, thin women generally look best in this type of gown.

Modified A-line A balance between a traditional A-line and a more fitted gown, the modified A-line does not flare out as much. But it does flare out enough from the waist to hide areas around the hips and thighs. This is another good choice for a wide array of figures.

Tea length Brides who do not want a gown that reaches the floor can opt for a tea length dress, on which the skirt generally falls between the ankle and the knee.

Sheath Lean brides who want simplicity in their gowns can opt for a sheath silhouette. The narrow shape of the gown from the neckline to the hem will definitely accentuate the body shape. Therefore, women who are shy may want to select a different option. Petite women who may be overwhelmed by more fabric can usually wear a sheath gown with success.

Although a bride may have a wedding gown style in mind, it is a good idea to try on a number of different silhouettes to find the one that is most flattering. Bridal salon employees are usually well-versed in matching body type to a gown and can prove invaluable when selecting a dress.

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choosing the right He slipped a ring on your finger and your heart exploded with untold happiness, anticipation and love. The two of you are flooded with well wishes from family and friends and then the whirlwind of mind numbing details… design, colour, texture, venue, guest lists and oh so many little decisions and the hard line of a budget. There are so many things to think of while you are taking the childhood dreams of your wedding day and making it a dream come true. Perfect details for a perfect moment.

This is where your florist

will come in to help ease the anxiety of decision making.

florists will not charge for this time. Take as much information as you can with you. Pictures of your dress, your colour swatches or images of the bridesmaids dresses, pictures of flowers you like. If you have a Pinterest page then add your florist so she can see what types of bouquets are catching your eye and help you pinpoint what it is that you like in them. The more you know about your dream wedding the better your florist can help you.

Most importantly go into your consultation knowing what your budget will be for flowers and decor at the

A florist has extensive knowledge when it comes to not only guiding you in flower choices but understands design and colour theory so they can take your general ideas and help you weave it all together into am amazing visual representation of your dreams.

When you have set your wedding date and have started to gather your thoughts on colours and dresses and venue go and visit your florist and set up an uninterrupted consultation.

Most

ceremony and reception.

Even if you only have a rough budget in mind it is best to go to that appointment with some direction for your florist in that area. You may have fallen in love with the “perfect” bouquet on Pinterest that your florist starts to source material for only to find out that its a $300 bouquet and your budget was only $500 for all the flowers.

Wedding flowers are difficult to budget for.

Usually flowers and decor for a wedding are the most challenging to budget for and are often more expensive than people anticipate. There is such a large variety of factors that go into the cost. There is the actual expense of the flowers you choose which can vary from carnations that cost about $2 a stem to a rose that is

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about $5 to a hydrangea that is $12 or a stem of orchids that can be up to $65 a stem. In saying that think about this, it takes about 6 carnations to be the same size as a hydrangea and that stem of orchids has about 10 blooms that can be used for a whole bridal party.

Another factor that goes into the cost of wedding flowers is time of the year. With the ability to source product from all over the world we can offer most flowers all year long. That doesn’t mean they are the same cost all year. The last factor that goes into the cost of your wedding flowers is how difficult the design choice is. The more time and skill a wedding takes for your florist to create the more you will need to budget for.

questions to ask yourself.

The main one is why are you wanting to take on the designing? Are you doing the flowers yourself because you are artistic and want to create your own dream flowers? If that is the case that’s wonderful! Go talk to your florist for advice on product choices, availability of product and what supplies you may need. Have your local florist bring in flowers and supplies for you so that you are working with quality product that will look amazing in your photos.

If you are passionate about doing the flowers and have little or no experience then ask your florist if they can provide you with an hour session of training as to how to arrange your flowers! There will be a charge for this but

There are lots of ways to bring the cost of your flowers in line with whatever budget you have, make sure you spend time talking to your florist of choice to find out what all of your options are.

With the evolution of Pinterest there comes the discussion of DYI wedding flowers. If you are thinking you want to do your flowers yourself there are a few

will be very beneficial.

If you are making this decision because you have a limited budget I suggest that you go talk it out with your florist. See what kind of help they can offer you.

You may be surprised at what options you find out! This day is all about beginning a beautiful love story and a new family! Take the time to make sure you are making the right decisions for you when it comes to your flowers and decor as they are front and central in all the pictures of this most important day of your life. Your local florists are here to help make this day especially perfect for you!

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look

grooms:

Weddings are a chance for couples tying the knot to be the center of attention. All eyes will be glued to the bride and groom on this special day, which makes it even more important for couples to look their collective best.

Brides might garner most of the attention on a couple’s wedding day, but dashing grooms also will get their share of attention. As a result, grooms must be just as diligent as their blushing brides with regard to grooming and appearance on their wedding days. To look picture-perfect, grooms

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may want to include these grooming tips in their wedding day preparation.

hair every day before the wedding. Allow some natural oils to build up and make your hair shine in a healthy way.

Hair Schedule a haircut with a professional stylist roughly a week before the wedding to get your hair shaped and trimmed.

Although trendy hairstyles may show off creativity, keep in mind that photos last forever, and it’s often better to stick with a classic cut. A barber or stylist may suggest styles that best suit your face shape and hair texture.

Above all, the haircut should be neat. Resist the urge to wash your

Shaving Shaving is another thing grooms must consider.

If you have a beard, make sure it is clean, combed and trimmed.

Men who shave the day of their weddings may find their skin is sensitive and irritated, which can lead to redness. Unless your facial hair grows especially fast, shave the evening before. This is a good time to splurge on a professional shave with a straight razor at a barber shop. A hot shave from a professional will produce a close shave with the least amount of irritation when done correctly.

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Skin Get plenty of sleep the night prior to the wedding. Being well rested will help reduce puffy eyes, dark circles and sallow skin. It will also put you in a more positive mood, which can help you enjoy the day even more.

The day of the wedding, shower using water and a mild soap. Avoid any skin irritation by patting your face and body dry, rather than rubbing it with the towel. Moisturize your skin to avoid dry patches. Stores sell many moisturizers geared toward men’s needs, often in unscented or more masculine fragrances.

Reducing shine is key for wedding day photos.

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Rely on face and hair products that will not add unnecessary sheen to your skin or hair to avoid making you look greasy. Matte hair waxes and sprays will tame tresses. Also, ask your fiancé to pick you up a package of blotting tissues if you are prone to oily skin.

Smile Make sure your teeth have been thoroughly brushed and that you have used a minty mouthwash so you’re primed for that first kiss.

Many grooms also opt for whitening treatments prior to the wedding so they have a dazzling smile.

wedding

outdoor

Getting married outside can add a romantic, relaxed feeling to your wedding, but that doesn’t mean outdoor weddings are without their challenges.

• Alternate Location Plan No one likes rain on their wedding day, but having a backup plan is essential for an outdoor wedding.

• Communication Plan Unless your indoor site is in the same place as the outdoor site you’ll need a communication plan for vendors and guests a like.

• Staging Area If your wedding and reception are outside is there a nearby indoor location for you to use to get dressed?

• Musician/DJ Needs Do you know what your musicians or DJ need in terms of appropriate shade and temperature control?

• Food and Flowers Is your reception outside?

Make sure to check with the caterer, baker, and florist about refrigeration needs.

• Seating for Elderly Guests You may be having a super quick outdoor wedding ceremony, but some of your guests still need a place to sit.

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• Tents and Shade If only your ceremony is outside you probably don’t need a tent, but you may want one if you’re worried about sun or rain.

• Lighting Is your reception lasting into the wee hours? Do you have the appropriate lighting?

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bridal party

responsibilities of

members

Being asked to join a bridal party is both an honor and a responsibility.

When asked to take on such significant and meaningful roles, men and women may recognize the honor but be unsure of what their responsibilities are as couples move forward with their wedding plans.

Bridal party roles can vary depending on certain circumstances, but many couples still want their bridesmaids and groomsmen to

and may even choose or offer suggestions about the color and style of the bridesmaids’ dresses.

Once a dress style and color has been chosen, the maid of honor will make sure everyone is fitted on time.

perform many of the more traditional tasks associated with their roles. The following are some of the tasks bridesmaids and groomsmen can expect to perform in the months leading up to the wedding and during the wedding itself.

A maid of honor will also plan the bridal shower, sending invitations and arranging for lodging for out-of-town guests if necessary.

Many brides want the details of their bridal showers to be a surprise, and maids of honor should

• Maid of Honor: The maid of honor serves as the bride-to-be’s right-hand woman as she plans her wedding and gets ready on her big day. Maids of honor typically go gown shopping with the bride

honor those sentiments when possible. A maid of honor also plans the bachelorette party, though many brides do not mind being involved in the planning of such parties.

The maid of honor may be asked to help address save-the-date cards and envelopes as well.

Come the day of the wedding, the maid of honor will ensure the bride’s day is as stressfree as possible, helping to address any lastminute issues that may

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arise. Maids of honor may be asked to serve as the legal witness to the wedding and sign the wedding license before the reception. At the reception, the maid of honor will toast the bride.

• Best man: The best man is the maid of honor’s counterpart, helping to plan the bachelor party and toasting the groom at the reception.

The best man also tends to hold the rings during the wedding ceremony, and during the day of the wedding, he will coordinate the groomsmen to make sure everyone is ready to go on time. The best man may arrange transportation for the groom and groomsmen on the day of the wedding and may also return the groom and

groomsmen’s attire the following day if the newlyweds are departing on their honeymoons.

• Bridesmaids/ Groomsmen: The bridesmaids and groomsmen serve similar functions, acting as sources of support as couples plan their weddings. Bridesmaids and groomsmen help to plan the bachelorette and bachelor parties and may also be asked their opinions as couples make decisions regarding their weddings. Bridesmaids and groomsmen must be prepared to take pictures once couples have officially tied the knot. They also must help the brides and grooms with any issues that may arise in the hours before couples become husband and wife.

• Flower girl/Ring bearer: Flower girls and ring bearers are often young relatives of the couple, whether they are a young brother or sister or a niece or nephew.

The responsibilities of the flower girl and ring bearer are typically limited to the ceremony, during which they will walk down the aisle, either together or individually, before the father of the bride escorts his daughter to the altar or stage.

• Father of the bride: The father of the bride walks his daughter

down the aisle during the ceremony, and, along with his wife, may pay for the wedding, though many couples now finance their own nuptials. The father of the bride will dance with his daughter during the reception, and some fathers may even share a special toast for the newlyweds during the reception, though such a toast is not traditionally required.

Bridal parties play a big role on couples’ wedding days, and those roles are both an honor and a responsibility.

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destination determining if a

wedding is for you

When the time comes to walk down the aisle, more and more couples are choosing to make the procession in a faroff land. Destination weddings are on the rise, with researchers at TheKnot.com reporting that roughly one in four couples who tied the knot in 2011 chose to have a destination wedding.

Destination weddings may appear to be an ideal way to tie the knot, but couples should know that planning such a ceremony may

as well. That planning may not be so simple, so before couples spread the word about their island wedding, it’s best to consider a few factors to determine if a destination wedding is truly the best way to go.

• Guests: How many guests a couple hopes to invite is a great starting point when determining if a destination wedding is for you. Many couples who choose to have a destination wedding do so because they prefer a more intimate ceremony. Destination

be even more difficult than planning a more traditional affair.

Couples who choose to have a destination wedding must be ready to put a significant amount of faith in a wedding planner, who is often affiliated with the resort where the couple will be staying. Though the wedding planner may handle many of the details concerning the ceremony and the reception, couples should know that some of that planning will still fall on their shoulders

weddings are obviously more expensive for guests than a more traditional ceremony, so many guests won’t be able to afford to attend.

Couples who intend to invite many guests might want to avoid a destination wedding.

• Locale: The destination for your destination wedding should be a locale that holds a special place in your heart. A random location that you find on the Internet might work out, but having some prior experience with the destination can help you anticipate minor, yet potentially problematic, issues. These issues can include the accessibility of the airport, currency exchange rate and the weather. In addition, you can help guests have a better time on

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their trips if you have already familiarized yourself with the locale.

If you haven’t traveled much as a couple and don’t have a particular place in mind, then you might find a destination wedding is more hassle than it’s worth.

• Accessibility: A common problem many couples encounter when planning a destination wedding is the accessibility of their chosen locale. Couples will likely have to visit the destination at least once prior to their wedding, which will eat up some of your wedding budget and your vacation time (which you will need to save for the actual wedding and your honeymoon). If the locale is a remote island that’s not very accessible, that can

make these prewedding trips pretty stressful.

Accessibility should also be a consideration for your guests. How far will your guests have to travel? How much money will guests have to spend on airfare and hotel accommodations?

The less accessible the locale is, the more you and your guests are going to have to spend.

Accessibility of the airport is another consideration.

Some island locales and resorts are known for their remoteness, which can be a problem for wedding guests. If the resort is a long ride away from the airport, that’s another expense for guests. The resort may provide a shuttle service, but that cost will fall on the couple

Destination weddings can make for a beautiful ceremony, but such weddings are not for every couple. and the shuttle may not run frequently, which can prove problematic when guests’ arrivals are staggered.

• Legality: The law is another thing couples must consider when deciding if a destination wedding is for them.

Laws vary depending on the locale, so before you commit to a specific locale, make sure you’re

legally allowed to get married there and if there are any hurdles you must clear before you can. Those hurdles might be significant, and couples may find they’re not worth the hassle.

Destination weddings are on the rise, but couples must consider a host of factors to ensure a destination wedding is truly for them.

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first dance wedding songs A fine collection of a 100 first dance wedding songs to give you some great ideas for your first dance as a married couple.

1) At Last, Etta James 2) First Day Of My Life, Bright Eyes 3) It Had To Be You, Harry Connick Jr. 4) Iris, The Goo Goo Dolls 5) Marry You, Bruno Mars 6) Into My Arms, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds 7) All You Need Is Love, The Beatles 8) Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Andy Williams 9) These Arms Of Mine, Otis Redding 10) Can’t Help Falling In Love, Elvis Presley 11) Make You Feel My Love, Adele 12) I’m Yours, Jason Mraz 13) Let’s Stay Together, Al Green 14) Greatest Day, Take That 15) Amazed, Lonestar 16) Unforgettable, Nat King Cole 17) Stand By Me, Ben E. King 18) Turn Your Lights Down Low, Bob Marley & The Wailers 19) The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, Roberta Flack 20) You Got The Love, Candi Staton 21) I’ll Be There, Jackson 5 22) You Make My Dreams, Hall & Oates 23) Such Great Heights, The Postal Service 24) Dog Days Are Over, Florence + The Machine 25) By Your Side, Sade 26) Heroes, David Bowie 27) I Will Wait, Mumford & Sons

28) For Once In My Life, Stevie Wonder 29) You Do Something To Me, Paul Weller 30) Closing Time, Semisonic 31) She’s So Lovely, Scouting For Girls 32) Crazy In Love, Beyoncé & Jay-Z 33) Something, The Beatles 34) Tiny Dancer, Elton John 35) Loving You, Paolo Nutini 36) Turn Me On, Norah Jones 37) I Say A Little Prayer, Aretha Franklin 38) Reet Petite, Jackie Wilson 39) My Baby Just Cares For Me, Nina Simone 40) I Believe In A Thing Called Love, The Darkness 41) The Way You Look Tonight, Frank Sinatra 42) Have I Told You Lately That I Love You, Van Morrison 43) You Are The Best Thing, Ray LaMontagne 44) My Lady’s House, Iron & Wine 45) Fidelity, Regina Spektor 46) I Only Have Eyes For You, The Flamingoes 47) Keep Your Heart, TV On The Radio 48) For Lovers, Wolfman & Pete Doherty 49) You Turn Me On I’m A Radio, Joni Mitchell 50) God Only Knows, The Beach Boys 51) Waterloo Sunset, The Kinks 52) I Was Made For You, She & Him 53) Dance Me To The End Of Love, Leonard Cohen

54) (I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You, UB40 55) Accidentally In Love, Counting Crows 56) Straight To Love, Nick Cave 57) So Beautiful, Darren Hayes

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58) Somebody Loved, The Weepies 59) You And Me Song, The Wannadies 60) What A Wonderful World, Louis Armstrong 61) All Of Me, John Legend

62) Your Song, Elton John 63) Why Shouldn’t I? Cole Porter 64) Thinking Out Loud, Ed Sheeran 65) How Sweet it is (to be Loved by You), James Taylor 66) Only Love, Ben Howard 67) How Long Will I Love You, Ellie Goulding 68) Real Love, Tom Odell 69) I Won’t Give Up, Jason Mraz 70) Ho Hey, The Lumineers 71) Anyone Else But You, The Moldy Peaches 72) Everlong, Foo Fighters 73) Beyonce, XO 74) Pharrell Williams, Happy 75) Imagine Dragons, On Top of The World 76) James Blunt, Bonfire Heart

77) Let’s Get It On, Marvin Gaye 78) Groovy Kind of Love, Phil Collins 79) Des’ree, Kissing You 80) Colorblind, Counting Crows 81) Five Years Time, Noah and the Whale 82) Home, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros 83) She’s the One, Robbie Williams 84) I Only Want To Be With You, Dusty Springfield 85) Moon River, Andy WIlliams 86) You’ve Got The Love, Florence + The Machine 87) Better Together, Jack Johnson

88) You’re My Best Friend, Queen 89) You Do Something To Me, Paul Weller 88) One Day Like This, Elbow 89) Still Into You, Paramore 90) A Thousand Years, Christina Perri 91) Run, Leona Lewis 92) Truly, Madly, Deeply, Savage Garden 93) Love You Till The End, The Pogues

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Weddings are typically the culmination of months of careful planning. After a couple has officially tied the

knot, a celebration typically follows.

Although music and mingling are integral to a wedding reception,

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brunch or some passed appetizers, while some couples opt for a cocktail party in lieu of a dinner party. Still, some weddings feature only desserts.

But guests attending more traditional weddings expect to dine at the receptions that follow such affairs.

Buffet service and a sitdown dinner are the most popular choices for wedding meals, and each has its advantages and disadvantages.

Choosing the dinner service that works best for your wedding may involve a careful comparison of the various offerings and keeping your budget and guests’ comfort in mind.

Sit-down dinner A sit-down dinner consists of several courses of plated food served by a waitstaff.

Guests never have to leave their seats, and sit-down service is usually in line with a formal reception. Some food offerings at sitdown dinners tend to be fancy and presented in a manner that is appealing both to the eye and the palate.

There are several ad-vantages to sitdown meals. Guests can focus entirely on enjoying themselves and conversing with fellow guests rather than getting up to seek out food, and those with mobility issues do not have to worry about maneuvering to a buffet station or trying to balance food.

Guests get top-notch treatment and will have a waitstaff on call to

fill their every need, which can make an affair more memorable for all in attendance.

But sit-down dinners are typically more expensive as well.

Guests are generally given several choices for the main course, and that could mean ordering extra food and preparing it to be ready for guests’ selections.

Serving meals may take longer, and sometimes meals may not arrive hot to the table. Guests may be limited to certain food choices, and portion sizes may not be what guests were hoping for. Sitting idle for a while can affect the mood of the reception and lead to boredom.

as guests pick and choose their meals.

While experienced catering managers and reception site staff should have plans in place to create a freeflow of guests to the buffet stations, there will be a first and a last table called to eat, and guests on the tail end of the service may be stuck with whatever is left over if food is not adequately restocked. In an effort to accommodate

Buffet service A buffet-style dinner is served from a long dais table that holds several chafing dishes full of food. Wedding guests will rise from their seats and make their way to the buffet stations, where they’ll be able to serve themselves or be served by staff manning the stations.

Buffets present an array of foods that cater to the various dietary needs of guests. Those at the reception can sample several different foods rather than be restricted to one main course. Guests can limit portion sizes or sometimes return for second helpings.

Buffets are generally less formal and allow guests to mingle more readily.

But buffet-style meals may produce long lines

everyone, extra food may be cooked for buffet-style dinners, which can be costly and wasteful. In addition, guests are asked to do more work, as they need to get up and retrieve their own food.

A catering company or the banquet manager at a reception site can work with couples as they decide if a buffet or sit-down dinner is the best option for their wedding receptions.

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Rio Olympics, Brazil After being on the top of your very own podium on your big day, celebrate by cheering on

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London 2012 may have set the Olympic bar pretty high, but, renowned for throwing a great party, the Brazilians are bound to put on a good show.

Rio 2016 promises to be a spectacular sporting event with a hot and

spicy side-serving of Latin revelry. Taking place over 17 days from 5th August next year, 7.5 million tickets are available for spectators.

So book now for the chance to unwind after your nuptials in a breathtaking city at the top of its game.

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Classic car tour, Cuba Time has stood still for decades on this Caribbean island, but things are about to change. Cubans are crying out for what the West has to offer now that relationships with the US are thawing, but to experience this unique island in its full iconic glory, you’ll need to go very soon! A package deal to Varadero’s white beaches is the perfect antidote to the hard work of planning your wedding, but be sure to leave the resort and experience the real Cuba, while you still can. How? Take a tour of Havana and beyond in a vintage Chevrolet to soak up the beauty of its crumbling buildings, slow-paced atmosphere and fun-loving locals.

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tempted to go it alone.

Cuba’s vintage cars are best enjoyed from the back seat with a driver who knows how to drive (and fix!) them.

Sardine run, South Africa South Africa is an unforgettable destination at any time, but visit during the annual Sardine Run for a truly oncein-a-lifetime trip. From May to July, billions of sardines migrate north along the east coast, attracting the attention of the ocean’s greatest predators. Marine lovers prepare to be wowed, as dolphins, seals, whales, birds and sharks gather to enjoy the greatest fine dining experience nature has to offer. Not for the faint-hearted, this is a hair-raising

opportunity to get up close and personal with such creatures as copper sharks and killer whales, but it’ll certainly give you and your new spouse something to remember.

Travel tip: Getting close to the action comes at a price. If it’s out of your budget, don’t despair: cage diving with great whites in Cape Town is a thrilling alternative, for a fraction of the price.

New Orleans Mardi Gras, US It may not be an official slogan, but New Orleans’ motto to ‘laissez les bon temps rouler’ (let the good times roll) never rings truer than during the Mardi Gras celebrations each February. Brash, bold, loud and colourful, the festivities build for a few weeks in the run

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up to Shrove Tuesday, when the biggest party of all begins. Parades, masquerade balls and general merriment ensue, as visitors are welcomed with the enthusiasm you’ll learn to love about New Orleaners. Dress up for the occasion, and you’re much more likely to be laden with ‘throws’ (trinkets thrown from the floats to the crowds).

Travel tip: With over 50 parades on offer, you may want to plan ahead a little. But don’t be inflexible: go with the flow if you want to let the good times roll.

the annual April celebration of the Thai New Year, is the world’s biggest, when locals and visitors take to the streets to soak anyone who passes. As well as the thrill of pouring icecold water over your new husband, this is a chance to see traditions at work. Temples fill with locals, washing Buddhist statues in a ritual that brings luck in the year to come. Once you dry off, Thailand is yours to discover.

Songkran, Thailand Who doesn’t love a good water fight? Especially when the sun is beaming and the location tropical.

Plus, this is no normal water fight: Songkran,

Travel tip: You never quite know when you could come under ‘attack’, so be prepared by carrying spare clothing – or a water pistol!

Songkran is celebrated across Thailand, but the southern island of Koh Samui is popular with honeymooners.

budget

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Keeping track of everything you spend on your wedding ensures that you stay within your budget. It is also a good idea to determine who is responsible for what portion and to solidify a budget with each contributing individual.

Nothing is more stressful than an altercation over the price difference between orchids or tulips - it is best to get the money talks out of the way early on so that everyone can get down to the joyful business of planning the event.

The following list includes most, but perhaps not all, which will need to be considered for an average local wedding ceremony and reception. As with all things, there may be more or less, depending on your personal style, to consider.

Start with these suggestions and personalize your own budget as you see fit.

Bridal attire: Dress Headpiece Shoes Lingerie Hair/nails/makeup Miscellaneous Groom’s attire: Tuxedo rental or purchase Shoes Underwear and socks Miscellaneous

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Stationery and postage: Save-the-date cards $_______ Invitations $_______ Thank-you cards $_______ Programs $_______ Postage $_______ Miscellaneous $_______ Flowers: Bridal bouquet Attendants’ bouquets Corsages and boutonnieres Miscellaneous

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Ceremony Marriage license $_______ Officiate $_______ Ceremony site fee $_______ Ceremony site music $_______ Decorations $_______ Reception Food and beverages $_______ Reception site music $_______ Wedding cake $_______ Transportation $_______ Wedding favors and frills $_______ Tips $_______ Utensils (cake knife, toasting flutes, etc.) $_______ Decorations $_______ Miscellaneous $_______ Photography: Engagement Photo $_______ Wedding Photography $_______ 22

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Miscellaneous Wedding party gifts $_______ Wedding insurance $_______ Wedding party expenses (hotel, airfare, etc.) $_______ Wedding Website $_______ Entertainment expenses for out-of-town guests $_______ Engagement dinner $_______ Rehearsal dinner $_______ Honeymoon: Airfare Car rental Accommodations Food Entertainment Travel insurance Miscellaneous

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When couples tie the knot, many changes are in store, many compromises will be made and many lasting memories will be created. But in the weeks and months before their big days, couples can easily get caught up in the whirlwind of wedding planning, never taking inventory of their feelings until their wedding days have arrived.

Come their wedding days, couples should not be surprised if some nerves set in. A survey from the anxiety self-help resource The Fear Source indicated 71 percent of

• Slow down and breathe.

Wedding planning involves making many decisions, and sometimes couples move at breakneck speeds. Make slowing down a priority. Try to enjoy a quiet dinner with just the two of you.

• Address performance anxiety. Realize that your guests are your friends and family members who will be forgiving of any hiccups along the way. You’re bound to recover gracefully from any mishaps.

• Work on confidence.

Wedding fears may stem from inadequate selfconfidence. Give yourself a pep talk and surround yourself with positive people.

• Recruit more help.

Weddings are huge undertakings, so it’s no surprise that

brides-to-be suffered from some type of nerves during the lead-up to their weddings. Ninetytwo percent of brides experienced nerves on the day of the wedding or the evening before, while 66 percent reported that it affected their daily lives prior to their weddings or hampered their performance and enjoyment during the day itself.

• Keep an open dialogue.

Speak with your future spouse about the things that may be causing your anxiety. Communicating openly and honestly is one of the foundations of a strong relationship.

couples sometimes feel overwhelmed. Ask reliable relatives or friends to double-check all of the last-minute details.

Wedding days nerves are to be expected and often have little to do with the decision to get married. Planning such a big event can be nervewracking, but there are ways to combat any anxiety that builds up as the big day draws near.

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