If there is one thing we know for sure, it is that during your wedding there will be a crisis of some sort. No matter how big, (the cake falls) or how small, the limo is 5 minutes late, anything that occurs off schedule or out of the ordinary can be a crisis in your eyes. Intertwined Events and Becky Hill Photography have some tips and tricks to help you survive any wedding crisis!
To start off, don’t sweat the small stuff – you can almost always turn something small into a positive. If a bridesmaid is a little late, use it as extra time for you to get the attention of hair and makeup! If guests are late to arrive to the ceremony, use those few precious minutes to have quiet time to yourself so that you can reflect on your day! And, if your future parents-in-law are taking you to whit’s-end, understand that they are just as excited and emotional as your family is about the momentous occasion!
However, if something bigger should occur, like rain or a dress rips, turn to the professionals you hired and let them work their magic! Chances are likely they are already working on the solution and its just a matter of some flexibility on your part and creativity on theirs. For every outdoor wedding venue location, there is always a “Plan B” indoor site. Stay calm, understand that things may change from the original vision but they may turn out even better than you had imagined. So its raining, pshhh not going to get you down! Just bring all the florals and lights from the outdoors in and create your own garden, beach or forest oasis inside! How cozy and creative! Guests will surely love it! And it will be a fun story to tell for years to come! There is always a silver lining!
The way you handle a wedding crisis is extremely important as is how you treat those family, friends and vendors that are working hard to make everything perfect again! Class, poise, and a little bit of humor can go a long way to make the unplanned – a fabulous, spontaneous success! Remember, whether its just how you planned it or strayed a bit off course - this day is for you and the love of your life to commit to one another and celebrate that committment with your very favorite people! ENJOY IT!
xoxo,
The Ladies of Intertwined Events & Becky Hill Photography
Picking your bridal party can be a very stressful experience with so many questions: Who do I pick, How do I not hurt people’s feelings, and How do I decide between my friends?! Well Intertwined and Becky Hill Photography have some tricks and tips to help lessen the stressful experience and help you pick your best bridal party!
2) Number – decide on the number you want for your bridal party. You must keep in mind the size of your wedding! If you are having a small wedding, you do not want to have an over-the-top bridal party – the more is not the merrier! A rule of thumb is 1 bridesmaid for every 50 guest; while you do not have to follow this entirely, it is good to keep in mind when deciding on the number!
3) Blood – if you are close with your sisters or future sister-in-law, this probably never crossed your mind, but you should almost always include family – it is just not worth the future conflict or discord that it might bring about.
4) Returned Invitations – you do not have to return the invitation. If someone asked you to be in their bridal party, it does not automatically mean that they have to be in yours also!
5) To Do – how much do you expect of your bridal party? If you simply want them for moral support, you do not need to worry about their locations. However, if you are expecting them to be helping you with the little details, you will want to choose women who are close in location to you.
6) Finances – you should always take into consideration the financial obligations that will be placed on your bridal party. Being a bridesmaid can be expensive, so do not demand that your friend be one if you know she is in a bind with money. On the other hand, you should never count someone out just because of their financial situation; if they are someone that you would like to be in your bridal party, extend the invitations and let them know that you understand if they cannot financially participate.
7) Guys – men are now acceptable in the bridal party; so, if you have a best guy-friend or brother – don’t leave him out he can stand with the girls – and will probably enjoy that!
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