Hair/Makeup: Many brides are concerned that they will look like “Tammy Baker” if they allow a stranger to apply makeup for their special day.  Have you ever needed to be “photo perfect” for eight hours or more before?  I encourage all brides to consider professional hair and makeup, so that their hair and makeup will last all day.  Makeup artists offer a “pre-makeover” and hairstylists offer a “trial run” so that you can see exactly how you will look.

Honeymoon: A honeymoon specialist can help you decide on the perfect get away.  She is well versed regarding weather trends, and can recommend a quiet hidden treasure, a location with unending recreational activities, or all-inclusive “couples only resorts”.

Hotels/Reception Sites: With your guests’ “pocketbook” in mind, it’s helpful to recommend low, medium and up-scale priced lodging for your out-of-town guests.  If the majority of your guests are travelling, consider hosting the ceremony and reception in the hotel. The reception site should be booked immediately after the ceremony site.

Invitations:  This is the first statement you will make about your special day and, while the invitation doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg, it should be tasteful. Most invitation ensembles are ordered in increments of 25.  It’s best to order an extra 25 at the time of placing the initial order in case of mistakes or forgotten guests.  Ordering additional invitations “after the fact” will be more costly.

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