Yesterday I watched the TV reality series Four Weddings. This particular segment was geared to the 40 top No No comments from the brides who had already appeared in the series. Here is a brief synopsis of each one:
1. Late bride - never a good scenario
2. Ensure the bridal parties flowers are on-time for the wedding
3. Bridesmaids outfit – choose wisely
4. Do not make the bridal party too big
5. Be aware that not everyone will like the brides gown
6. Make sure the officiate is not late and on-site well before the ceremony
7. Ensure the officiate stays on track and does not want to steal the show
8. Couple know their vows
9. Over kissing or under kissing at the conclusion of the ceremony
10. Outdoor wedding, remember the bugs and provide defence as applicable
11. Reception; outdoor or indoor remember to think of temperatures
12. Beware of outfits if outside e.g. wind friendly headwear
13. If too hot and outdoors provide fans/hand fans or covering
14. Ensure that outside noise influences are kept to a minimum
15. Avoid animals, etc. within the ceremony, outside weddings check the grounds
16. Ensure guest can see the ceremony
17. Church to reception, keep distance to minimum
18. Cocktail hours that are not organized efficiently
19. RSVP protocol, guests arrive at reception and did not RSVP – decide process
20. Wedding date – ensure it does not clash with an official statury holiday
20. Wedding date – ensure it does not clash with an official statury holiday
21. Centrepieces too tall, not big enough, not enough, too costly
22. Length of time between wedding ceremony and reception
23. Choosing a menu suitable for all your guests
24. Food presentation whether it be buffet or a plated service
25. Buffets versus a plated service
26. Ensure there is enough food for everyone especially buffets
27. Speeches keep them simple and not too much information about the couple
28. Music volumes whether it be for the reception or cocktail hour
29. Don’t overdo the entertainment
30. Make sure the music will appeal to everyone and get guests dancing
31. The question of utilizing gimmicks and if yes, making sure they are tasteful
32. Do you need to have scary items – e.g. if you are married on Halloween
33. If bride changes into a 2nd outfit ensure it is on the same level as the wedding gown
34. Throwing the bouquet – appropriate behaviour from the guests catching it
35. Garters – tastefully remove them
36. Wedding cakes chose flavours that all the guests will appreciate
37. Chocolate fountains – yes or no? Double dipping?
38. Reception terminations – advise guests prior to break downs.
39. Cash or host bar? Choice of drinks? Should non alcoholic drinks have a cost?
40. Knowing your level of alcoholic consumption, even the wedding couple
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