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Tips & Articles from CT Wedding Professionals |
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Meaningful Photography
Finding ways to create and capture the memory of your big day
Where to have an e session, photo with your grandmother, and more.... (read more)
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“Your” Wedding, Not “Theirs”
Six months ago you attended your cousins wedding. It was nice. The food was great, the flowers were adorable but the DJ was - well…. not “your cup of tea”.
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What happens when the DJ does NOT show up
I have been in the mobile entertainment industry since 1984 and have NEVER missed one single event. Illness, injury, and even family crisis has not kept me from fulfilling my commitment and obligation to my clients... (read more)
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Apples to Apples
How to compare vendors on more than just price
What to consider when comparing vendors in the same field... (read more)
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Get The Party Started
There are so many parts to a wedding, mitzvah or party. The ceremony, food, drinks, and dancing are just a few. Dancing, however, is a major part of any event as it spans the most time. So why is that many vendors insist on setting up shop on the dance floor? Here are some recommendations to prevent losing time out on the dance floor:... (read more)
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Colorful Love
Finding the right color match
How to pick colors, what to consider and cute color combos.... (read more)
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Another Wedding Horror Story
We have all heard the horror stories about weddings...the limo brought the groom to the wrong church, the bride's dress didn't fit on the morning of the wedding, the bride's parents hate each other and have to be refereed the whole night...Let's add one more to that ongoing list: the mother of the groom was late to the ceremony and delayed the entire wedding! The following is a true story but all parties will remain nameless.... (read more)
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The Tipping Point
Tips on Tipping
I just had a bride ask me a great question and I thought, "Blog topic!".
Her question was, "Is it expected that we tip any of the vendors? What about the caterer? If so, then what amount is appropriate?".... (read more)
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Fight or Flight
The best way to handle a wedding day fight
Best hates the Bride, or Bridesmaids hate each other. A few weeks ago, a bride friend of ours came to us with an issue. ... (read more)
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It's the Details That Count
Anyone who knows me knows that I hate to be pushy and force my services on anyone...BUT...I do like to EDUCATE and INFORM people. Mistakes are very easy to make when there are so many details involved, not to mention trying to go about your everyday life when planning a wedding.... (read more)
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Friendly Help
How to handle assistance from Family and Friends
Will your friends and family offer the professional look you want at a price you can live with.... (read more)
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Why A PROFESSIONAL DJ Makes The Difference
As a proud Member of the American Disc Jockey Association ( ADJA ), Music In Motion Entertainment is more than happy to release this video segment showing what can happen when you ” Do It Yourself ” with Wedding Entertainment.
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Tackling Trunk Shows
Ever wonder what trunk shows are all about? They can be a bride's best friend if you understand them and approach them correctly!... (read more)
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Wedding Horror Story
If you are interested in seeing a video that shows why you don't want to hire wedding professionals only on their price, be sure to see this. ... (read more)
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Pre-Ceremony Pictures
We want to know if you plan on seeing your fiance before the ceremony on your wedding day. This is a growing trend and can put a major twist in tradition. If you don't mind breaking the tradition of not seeing each other before "I do", the "first look" can have some great positive spins on the wedding day.... (read more)
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Today's Wedding Videographer
Is your idea of a videographer someone running around with big clunky cameras and blinding bright lights? Like sequins, ruffles, and big hair, this wedding service has also evolved. ... (read more)
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Rethinking Wedding Favors
While many weddings are planned right down to the smallest detail finding the perfect party favor can pose a bit more of a challenge. Living in Connecticut, we are very lucky... (read more)
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Who Pays for What? Wedding Money Etiquette
Most people have a hard time talking money, it is an understandably uncomfortable topic. However, weddings are one of the most expensive events in the average person's life- and money is a topic that needs to be talked about. ... (read more)
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Choosing a Band for Your Wedding
The Social Role a Band Plays
Music has more impact on how much fun people have than any other single factor. I recently attended several weddings as a guest and noticed that although the bands involved were excellent musicians... (read more)
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Personalization the RAGE for 2010
Gobo Light the hot item for this year!
It's not just about chair covers anymore! 2010 trends are all pointing towards ” personalization.” From custom M&M’s, to uplighting, to isle runners with the bride and groom’s names... (read more)
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What to Know When Ordering Your Wedding Cake
While finding that perfect wedding cake can send absolute thrills through any bride, there are some basic rules to follow. No matter if you are going through that fabulous favorite shop, or your best friend has the honors- the rules are the same. ... (read more)
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Save Money and Still Have The Wedding of Your Dreams
Weddings are expensive, and there really aren't too many ways to reasonably cut corners either. Even so, the wedding of your dreams shouldn't be hard to get either. A booming fad right now is the do it yourself route. Making your own couture may sound daunting but with both the internet and so many supplies at hand the local area, it's easier than ever.... (read more)
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Deserving Couples Wedding
by Jessica Robinson of Jessica's Country Flowers
Each year we host a contest called “Deserving couple” which we take applications from engaged couples who have financial hardship and yet still give back to their communities. We feel that we have been extremely fortunate in business and this is our little way of giving back. We donate our services at no charge to the couple and help to coordinate the entire wedding.
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Not Just Another Wedding
Wedding Story of Irina & Vadim Lerman
Irina and Vadim Lerman were at that critical point in their late 20s when it seemed like all of their close friends were getting married. They were going to numerous weddings every month, and when they decided they want to spend the rest of their lives together wanted to ensure that their wedding was not "just another wedding."... (read more)
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