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With everything going on on the day of your wedding, food is probably the last thing on your mind! 

However, it is very IMPORTANT to eat and drink something before you walk down the aisle and say I DO! 

Some foods that will keep you FULL without making you bloated are:

• Bananas and melon 
• Yogurt
• Eggs
• Oatmeal and Berries
• Plain Crackers
• Salad w/ lean protein (chicken, turkey, or fish) 
• Asparagus (to help decrease bloating) 
• Avocado
• Trail Mix ( w/ dried fruit, almonds, walnuts, and seeds)
• Foods full of Omega-3s

Remember to drink plenty of water before you walk down the aisle and throughout the whole day! It will keep your energy high and help calm your nerves!

Every bride wants to look their best on their wedding day!

Planning a wedding can be stressful and time consuming, which makes it hard to find time to work out and get in shape for your big day!

BRIDAL FIT CAMP (located in the south bay) is an outdoor fitness class that mixes cardio and strength training to help you loose weight and relieve some stress!

They offer a number of packages for you to choose from to fit your schedule.

1. A Little “Me” Time Package:

 This package is just for the bride and groom and includes 3-day/week sessions at the 2-day/week price (save $60).

2. A Lotta “Me” Time Package:

This package is for the bride and groom and includes 5-day/week sessions at the 3-day/week price (save $100).

3. The Family Affair Package:

This package is for the bride, groom, and 3 or more members of the bridal party!

With this package, their 4-week session is FREE!

You can mix and match your times and locations to best suit your busy life!

INCORPORATING YOUR WEDDING COLORS INTO

YOUR WEDDING OUTFIT

Even though you are expected to wear all white on your wedding day, there are a few ways to incorporate your wedding colors into your ensemble.

One way is to add a colored sash around the waist of your dress.

Another way is to find jewelry with the same hues as your wedding color. Depending on your color, there are many shades of pearls and diamond stones to chose from to integrate into your outfit.

Another alternative is to find a hair accessory to add to your hairstyle.

Adding a hint of color on the edge of your veil is another option.

Your shoes are a perfect way to add color to your outfit without going overboard.

Just because it’s a wedding doesn’t mean every aspect of your outfit must be white. However, you still want your dress to remain the center of attention so don’t over do it!

In Southern California, the average wedding budget is $30,000 & consists of 150 guests. 

According to the WEDDING BUDGET CALCULATOR from OUR DREAM WEDDING,  for an average Southern California wedding, these are the APPROXIMATE budget guidelines:

• Wedding Rings: $1,800
• Wedding Consultant: $24,000
• Stationary (Invitations/Announcements, etc.) : $825
• Transportation: $450
• Bridal/ Bridal Party Wear (Gown, Shoes, Veil, etc.) : $2,850
• Groom/ Groomsmen Wear: $600
• Beauty Services: $165
• Ceremony Fees (Including Officiant & Marriage License) : $600
• Reception Fee: $1,350
• Caterer: $4,500
• Wedding Cake: $600
• Music: $1,300
• Flowers: $1,700
• Photography: $2,400
• Videography: $900
• Gifts/Favors: $600

As you plan your wedding, you may spend less than you expect on one thing, which allows you to spend more money in another divisions. 

The wedding calculator has one column for the amount (in each area) that your budget allows and another column for you to input the amount you actually spent.  

The Budget Calculator allows you to input and keep track of your expenses throughout the whole planning process. 

The FIRST DANCE is one of the highlights of a wedding reception.

Choosing the wedding song that will be the first one you dance to as newlyweds can be difficult. The song you choose reflects the intimacy and charisma of your relationship.

Before you choose your song,

Consider your STYLE.

Every couple is unique and your song should reflect the style of your relationship.
Take a look at how THE KNOT breaks down the different styles of couples.

 Find a song that has MEANING to both of you.

Browse the internet for some INSPIRATIONAL FIRST DANCE PLAYLISTS.

There are probably hundreds of favorite love songs out there, making it hard to narrow down your choice to one song that represents the two of you as a couple. Considering your style & personalities & exploring your relationship will lead you to choosing the PERFECT song for your special day!     

CLICK HERE FOR 10 POPULAR FIRST DANCE SONGS!

Aside from choosing the type of flowers for your bouquet, you also need to choose your bouquet style.

The four popular bouquet styles are:

#1. Posy Bouquet

The Posy Bouquet is popular because of its simple, traditional look. This style best suits flowers such as roses, tulips, ranunculus and peonies.

#2. The Shower Bouquet

This style consists of a posy bouquet with a trail of flowers & greenery falling down in a teardrop shape. There are many different types of flowers that suit this bouquet style.

#3. The Sheath Bouquet

The Sheath Bouquet is long and slender. It’s designed to be carried over one arm. Ideally, this style is used for bouquets containing calla lilies and other similar flowers.

# 4. Creative Bouquets

Creative Bouquets are perfect for brides who want to stand out! This style doesn’t follow any specific design and allows you and your florist to use your imagination to create a unique, artistic arrangement.

A COED BRIDAL SHOWER!

May 5, 2010

This party was so fun to decorate! It was truly a tropical paradise that kick started the summer and prepared the couple and guests for all the wedding festivities to come. We decided on a MARGARITAVILLE theme & flooded the place with tropical flowers, island fruits, flamingos, & pretty much anything else TROPICAL! The pineapple trees were a huge hit & the festive flamingos were an AMAZING touch to this tropical buffet table!

CHECK OUT THE ABSOLUTELY YOU SPECIAL EVENTS YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR MORE PICTURES!

HOW TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR WEDDING DRESS!

1. Set A Budget

You should set-aside up to 10% of your budget to put towards your wedding dress.

2. Pay Attention to Minor Details 

 Fancy lacework and beading can dramatically increase the cost of a wedding dress. Focus more on the shape & cut of the dress.  

 3. Hire a Seamstress

You may come across a dress you HAVE TO HAVE, but can’t afford. You can hire a seamstress to recreate the dress in a cheaper fabric.

4. Shop Online

You are more likely to save money if you shop around online at the variety of dresses and compare prices.

5. Buy From A Chain

Looking @ a chain store such as David’s Bridal is a fast way to explore some beautiful, yet cheap wedding dresses.

6. Buy a Used Dress

Ebay, Craigslist & many other online dress stores offer a numerous amount of used dresses to choose from.

7. Rent a Dress

If you find your DREAM dress, but there is no way you will be able to afford it, try renting! Although you won’t be able to keep it forever, you will still be able to experience your DREAM wedding day in your DREAM dress.

8. Borrow A Dress

Some close friends or families pass down wedding dresses. Seamstresses can alter the dress to fit your body perfectly. Not only does this save you A LOT of money, but also adds meaning to wear a dress that has significance.