Making it worth your while

Hi again!

So, I've been thinking. It's wonderful that weddings today have become much more personal affairs and that people are trying to find ways to have their own personal touches throughout the day. Maybe these touches are subtle and tucked into the menu and the Italian influence is a nod to the groom's heritage, or, the linens and centerpieces are organic to emphasize the couple's "green initiative." such elements are excellent, they are both personal and serve a purpose.

My question is, can it go too far? If every single element of your day relates back to the couple that's simply wonderful as long as it all comes together. However, if your favors or your centerpieces seem like a far reach to make it connect than maybe take a step back. I was reading some other blog posts on a wedding site this morning and the feed happened to be about the worst favors the other bloggers had received at the weddings they'd attended. The feed qucikly became about what not to do. One bride mentioned that she's been given a subscription to the couple's college newspaper as a favor because that's where the couple had met. It's a nice idea, but I'm guessing most of the guests did not share their alma matter. The couple could have achieved the same sentiment by making their ceremony programs look like the college paper with the headlines relating back to their early days as a couple or even their vows.

So here's my tip: while your wedding is absolutely all about you, take a step back and think about whether or not, if you were a guest, would this be something you would want? If you think you'd hate it decide whether or not it's a crucial element. Maybe there's something else that makes even more sense or you can find another way to work in the same details. This way, every penny spent has a purpose and doesn't go wasted.

Happy Planning!

-Lucy

Lucy Miller
Assistant Event Coordinator
Brookstone Event Center