When it comes to your guest list, things can be tricky. With expectations running high and the budget maybe not so, just how do you manage to please Uncle Tom Coblers and all, avoid a family crisis and keep your budget in check?
While we can't wave a magic wand, we can certainly aim to help make the process easier. Check out our online gift list and member budget calculator in our member area http://www.mrs2be.com/belladonna-registration.php
Here also are a few of our hints and tips that may help:
Set a rule that if you've not seen a friend (long standing excepted) for over 6 months, consider inviting them as an evening guest only, especially if you really could have made the effort to meet up
Try not to feel under pressure from family members, explain your reasons for wanting to stick to your numbers and ask them to respect your decision
If guests are expecting children to be invited and there are none in the wedding party itself, set another rule inviting adults only
When inviting newish partners of friends consider inviting them to the evening reception only, even if the friend is attending during the day as well
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Precious Memories
Every girl knows that the most important part of any wedding day is the wedding dress itself!Aside from the photos, your wedding dress acts as a reminder of your special day for years to come. With this in mind, you may be pleased to hear that we have recently stumbled across a fabulous way to keep those precious memories safe.
Pictured above is a fabulous wedding dress preservation box that comes edged in delicate lace, finished with a co-ordinating satin ribbon and complete with acid free tissue paper. Boxes are available in a variety of shapes and sizes to include a handy travel box.
We loved these boxes, so we quickly added them to the shop and what's more, be one of the first 10 people to order, quote 'BOX 'at the checkout and get a 5% discount! Click here to view these fab boxes http://www.mrs2be.bigcartel.com/category/accessories?page=2
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team x
Monday, January 25, 2010
Vintage Wedding Theme
The Vintage wedding theme has gained popularity over recent years and has become one of our favourites in the Mrs2Be office. From favors to frocks, these theme is bursting with romance and excitement. Go the whole hog or simply add a few vintage touches, you can't go far wrong with this theme and once again, done correctly, this is another that can save you money (think fab recycled vintage wedding dress for a start!).Needless to say, we wanted to get in on the act so we did some research and are pleased to be able to offer you our thoughts and ideas on this theme in our homepage article. Click here to read the article http://www.mrs2be.com/vintage-themed-wedding.php
We have also just added some fantastic vintage style wedding favors to our new online shop! Click to view the favors collection http://www.mrs2be.bigcartel.com/
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team x
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Discover Your Wedding Style!
If the new year has left you itching to get out there and start booking your wedding extras, take a minute to firstly consider your wedding style.
In an eagerness to get those all important tasks ticked off, it can be all too easy to begin randomly booking suppliers,ordering stationery and so on but without a thought about your desired tone or style, things can quickly start to go wrong. Carefully panning your wedding style will result in day that is remembered for all the right reasons, be yours a relaxed and informal gathering or an elegant affair.
As a starting point, we have put together some guidance, simply click the following link and discover your wedding style http://www.mrs2be.com/wedding-style.php
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team
In an eagerness to get those all important tasks ticked off, it can be all too easy to begin randomly booking suppliers,ordering stationery and so on but without a thought about your desired tone or style, things can quickly start to go wrong. Carefully panning your wedding style will result in day that is remembered for all the right reasons, be yours a relaxed and informal gathering or an elegant affair.
As a starting point, we have put together some guidance, simply click the following link and discover your wedding style http://www.mrs2be.com/wedding-style.php
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Singing In The Rain
Not something that you really want to think about but have you considered what to do should it rain on your big day?The Mrs2Be team have recently discovered some fab umbrellas that really embrace the wedding theme. Shaped like a heart, inexpensive and in a variety of colours these umbrellas will ensure that your day is not a washout. Unlike traditional umbrellas, these won't look out of place on your photos and there's even a black option for the groom. It's no surprise then that we quicky added these funky umbrellas to our new online shop!
Wedding umbrellas are a popular item in second hand wedding goods auctions which means that after the event you should be able to get the majority of your money back by listing the umbrella on ebay without loosing too much, especially if you are lucky enough not to have to use it - a small price to pay for peace of mind we say!
Visit our online shop to view the umbrellas for yourself and use discount code 'SUNSHINE' at the checkout to claim 5% off all umbrellas http://www.mrs2be.bigcartel.com/product/white-heart-umbrella-product-00121
Happy planning!
The Mrs2Be Team
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Fab Local Wedding Fayres!
As we once again find ourselves in wedding fayre season, the Mrs2be team recently met up with Emphasis Events & Marketing.
Emphasis Events are a new and exciting company specialising in the organisation and promotion of quality lifestyle events and shows and exhibitions such as wedding fayres. With a demand for a new approach to fayres and an increase in customer service, Emphasis Events has risen to the challenge and developed an extensive portfolio of events with the emphasis being on the customer.
Emphasis hosts a number of wedding fayres throughout the year, these events give the Bride and Groom to be the opportunity to meet some of the wedding industry's best local suppliers. Each fayre will host a range of suppliers in order to make sure that the happy couple have more than enough information to make a start on planning their big day. Fayres include but are not limited to photography, balloons, flowers, cakes and stationery with some fantastic discounts and offers for attendees.
For details of the fayres, visit http://www.mrs2be.com/my-bridal-fairs.php. Don't forget to register with Emphasis on the day to receive your goodie bag and to be entered into a competition to win a honeymoon voucher worth £2,000!
Happy Planning
The Mrs2Be Team
Emphasis Events are a new and exciting company specialising in the organisation and promotion of quality lifestyle events and shows and exhibitions such as wedding fayres. With a demand for a new approach to fayres and an increase in customer service, Emphasis Events has risen to the challenge and developed an extensive portfolio of events with the emphasis being on the customer.
Emphasis hosts a number of wedding fayres throughout the year, these events give the Bride and Groom to be the opportunity to meet some of the wedding industry's best local suppliers. Each fayre will host a range of suppliers in order to make sure that the happy couple have more than enough information to make a start on planning their big day. Fayres include but are not limited to photography, balloons, flowers, cakes and stationery with some fantastic discounts and offers for attendees.
For details of the fayres, visit http://www.mrs2be.com/my-bridal-fairs.php. Don't forget to register with Emphasis on the day to receive your goodie bag and to be entered into a competition to win a honeymoon voucher worth £2,000!
Happy Planning
The Mrs2Be Team
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Gold Wedding Rings Making A Comeback
Over recent years silver, white gold and platinum have become an increasingly popular choice for wedding and engagement rings. 2010 however will see gold making a come back and in fact becoming a hot trend for this year and it is said for many years to come.
It is said that two tone bands incorporating a diamond as well as gold bands with Celtic designs will be among the most popular choices. Experts say that alongside diamonds, gold jewelery will remain forever fashionable. Celtic bands are hand crafted and therefore considered a work of art. These rings can be personalised with your own choice of design, often making them a popular and romantic choice.
So which colour metal is best and which will stand the trend test of time? This is a tricky one and the answer is that the choice has to be yours. Just as wedding rings in recent years have been increasingly silver in colour, so too has much of the modern jewelery, however gold is still more common and is also set to make a come back in all types of jewelery this year.
Consider then not the changing trends of the catwalk but instead follow your heart (and your jewellery box!) and go with whichever YOU are more likely to wear. A wedding ring should reflect your personality and style and after all, a wedding ring is not just for the big day... a wedding ring is for life! Our advice then is simply that whatever your preference choose carefully.
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team
It is said that two tone bands incorporating a diamond as well as gold bands with Celtic designs will be among the most popular choices. Experts say that alongside diamonds, gold jewelery will remain forever fashionable. Celtic bands are hand crafted and therefore considered a work of art. These rings can be personalised with your own choice of design, often making them a popular and romantic choice.
So which colour metal is best and which will stand the trend test of time? This is a tricky one and the answer is that the choice has to be yours. Just as wedding rings in recent years have been increasingly silver in colour, so too has much of the modern jewelery, however gold is still more common and is also set to make a come back in all types of jewelery this year.
Consider then not the changing trends of the catwalk but instead follow your heart (and your jewellery box!) and go with whichever YOU are more likely to wear. A wedding ring should reflect your personality and style and after all, a wedding ring is not just for the big day... a wedding ring is for life! Our advice then is simply that whatever your preference choose carefully.
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team
Thursday, January 07, 2010
Can you Pinch an Inch?
With Christmas behind us and the 2010 wedding planning season underway, it's time for those of us getting married this year (and indeed the rest of us!) to start considering getting rid of a few extra pounds.
Loosing weight is rarely easy and in our experience it helps to have inspiration from others, so what better place to find this than the Mrs2Be Face Book pages. The members of the Mrs2Be office have all pledged to try and loose at least half a stone before the summer and will be keeping you updated on how we are going each week.
We would love to hear from you whether you are struggling and need inspiration or whether you are a shining example for us all to follow. Be it weight watchers, slimming world or a new funky diet, send us your thoughts and experiences and may the best diet win! In the meantime, check out our health and fitness pages for ideas on how to shape up for the big day by clicking the following link - http://www.mrs2be.com/lose-weight-for-your-wedding.php
And finally, remember to look out for our very own Mrs2Be diet progress updates each week on Face Book.
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team x
Loosing weight is rarely easy and in our experience it helps to have inspiration from others, so what better place to find this than the Mrs2Be Face Book pages. The members of the Mrs2Be office have all pledged to try and loose at least half a stone before the summer and will be keeping you updated on how we are going each week.
We would love to hear from you whether you are struggling and need inspiration or whether you are a shining example for us all to follow. Be it weight watchers, slimming world or a new funky diet, send us your thoughts and experiences and may the best diet win! In the meantime, check out our health and fitness pages for ideas on how to shape up for the big day by clicking the following link - http://www.mrs2be.com/lose-weight-for-your-wedding.php
And finally, remember to look out for our very own Mrs2Be diet progress updates each week on Face Book.
Happy Planning!
The Mrs2Be Team x
Cash Please!
As more and more couples choose to ask for cash as an alternative to a traditional wedding gift, Mrs2Be has been exploring some of the more subtle ways to do this. These days many couples are choosing to marry later, have already lived together or simply dread the thought of receiving six toasters and a dozen sets of towels!
In our view, the best way to ask for cash is to do this is in the invitation as this is the traditional place to direct guests to your chosen wedding gifts. It has become usual for couples to include an additional information sheet giving details of anything from wedding directions, menu choices and gift request within a wedding invitation. In the main, gone are the days when it was thought rude to send details of a gift list or to ask for cash, so just how do you go about approaching the subject? Here are some of our suggestions:
Simply ask outright - Be honest and tell the guests your reasons as they will probably appreciate your honesty
Use a wedding savings scheme - Many travel agents are now offering a system where guests can pay a sum of money towards your honeymoon. This isn't strictly asking for cash but it does free up cash that you may have otherwise used for the honeymoon so in our view, it's as good as!
Incorporate the request in a poem - You will find plenty of examples of these on the Internet.
Ask for vouchers - Again, these are a good alternative to cash and choosing vouchers for DIY or travel are sure to free up some of your funds that would otherwise be eaten up in the future. Don't forget to check for expiry dates on any vouchers that you receive
Happy Planning
The Mrs2Be Team x
In our view, the best way to ask for cash is to do this is in the invitation as this is the traditional place to direct guests to your chosen wedding gifts. It has become usual for couples to include an additional information sheet giving details of anything from wedding directions, menu choices and gift request within a wedding invitation. In the main, gone are the days when it was thought rude to send details of a gift list or to ask for cash, so just how do you go about approaching the subject? Here are some of our suggestions:
Simply ask outright - Be honest and tell the guests your reasons as they will probably appreciate your honesty
Use a wedding savings scheme - Many travel agents are now offering a system where guests can pay a sum of money towards your honeymoon. This isn't strictly asking for cash but it does free up cash that you may have otherwise used for the honeymoon so in our view, it's as good as!
Incorporate the request in a poem - You will find plenty of examples of these on the Internet.
Ask for vouchers - Again, these are a good alternative to cash and choosing vouchers for DIY or travel are sure to free up some of your funds that would otherwise be eaten up in the future. Don't forget to check for expiry dates on any vouchers that you receive
Happy Planning
The Mrs2Be Team x
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
2010 Trends
As we head well and truly into 2010, here are some of our predictions for the hottest wedding trends this year:
Nearby honeymoons - This one is cost saving and even allows for weekend escapes with friends and family in tow (a nightmare for some but a dream come true for others!)
Personalised wedding favors .....see our new shop for some fab ideas ;-)
Single colour flowers - simplicity is making a comeback and we love it, look out for some examples on our new colour theme pages soon
Eco friendly - this one has been gathering pace for a while. We've added plenty of ideas within our articles and there are plenty more out there on the web, just search Eco wedding and make yours a greener day
HD and Blue Ray DVDs - even more important to get the detail right ladies, remember to choose your videographer well and if necessary go along to approve the edits before seeing the final version!
Look out for more articles on the Mrs2Be website to help you out with the finer detail soon and in the meantime...Happy Planning
The Mrs2Be Team x
Nearby honeymoons - This one is cost saving and even allows for weekend escapes with friends and family in tow (a nightmare for some but a dream come true for others!)
Personalised wedding favors .....see our new shop for some fab ideas ;-)
Single colour flowers - simplicity is making a comeback and we love it, look out for some examples on our new colour theme pages soon
Eco friendly - this one has been gathering pace for a while. We've added plenty of ideas within our articles and there are plenty more out there on the web, just search Eco wedding and make yours a greener day
HD and Blue Ray DVDs - even more important to get the detail right ladies, remember to choose your videographer well and if necessary go along to approve the edits before seeing the final version!
Look out for more articles on the Mrs2Be website to help you out with the finer detail soon and in the meantime...Happy Planning
The Mrs2Be Team x
Sunday, January 03, 2010
Beside the Seaside, Beside the Sea
If you have always dreamt of a beachside wedding in the UK then you may be pleased to hear that one of Britain's most famous beach resorts is soon to be a wedding venue!
The infamous Blackpool Pleasure beach is to have a a solid timber wedding venue built with Blackpool Tower as the backdrop. Couples will hopefully be able to take advantage of this venue in 2011 as work starts in the summer of 2010.
So, if bright lights, kiss-me-quick hats and candy floss are your thing you might want to consider the newly to be developed Blackpool as your dream destination. And the bonus is there will be no shortage of guest accommodation!
For more information visit: http://www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com/plantrip.php?contentID=4
Saturday, January 02, 2010
Table Place Names
If you are looking for some ideas for Table Names on your wedding seating plan, then we have put together some especially for you!
The important thing is to inject your personalities into your choice as this makes it all the more personal for your friends and family.
A special thank you to the lovely Ivy Ellen luxury stationery company who provided us with an example of a Table Name card from their Vintage Floral collection. To see this and get some inspiration visit Mrs2Be.com.
Have any ideas of your own? Drop us a line and we will add them to our list!
Happy Planning!
Nicky & Emma
The important thing is to inject your personalities into your choice as this makes it all the more personal for your friends and family.
A special thank you to the lovely Ivy Ellen luxury stationery company who provided us with an example of a Table Name card from their Vintage Floral collection. To see this and get some inspiration visit Mrs2Be.com.
Have any ideas of your own? Drop us a line and we will add them to our list!
Happy Planning!
Nicky & Emma
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