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January 2011What's New...
And what to do next!
Congratulations!!

We're writing this newsletter to help keep you on track with your wedding planning. If you've got any specific questions, please feel free to email us and we'll answer you and then also answer it in here. We're sure it's something of concern for others too!

Congratulations and remember to have fun as you go through this planning time!

Dora Vela,
publisher, the Wedding Guide of New Mexico
Where to pin groomsmen's flowers

If you're wondering where to pin the groomsmen's flowers, you're not alone. Brennen at Albuquerque Florists says that boutonnières should be pinned on the left lapel and exact placement depends on the style of lapel. Easier than you thought, wasn't it!


Who gets the first piece of the groom's cake?

wedding cake 

Question: Who gets the first piece of the groom's cake and when is it cut?


Answer: The groom should serve the first piece to the brides' maid with a glass of wine. Legend is that the unmarried female guest will receive a slice of the groom's cake that will be taken home and placed under their pillow. And that night they will dream of George Clooney - or whoever their future husband will be!


If you've got other questions, please send Dora an email from  WeddingGuideNM.com


Choosing your officiant

Having your wedding and reception in one place makes things easier on your dream day. But what about having someone come in to officiate who isn't a vendor of the facility. This is your day and having the freedom to choose the officiant you want is an important consideration. It would definitely depend on where you reserve the ceremony and reception. At Sandia Resort, for example, they do not have any special rules for the person conducting the ceremony and many facilities do not provide that service, however, many reception sites can refer people that they have worked with in the past if needed.

Ways to limit your reception bill without looking cheap

bottles

Is there any way to cut people off of food and drinks without looking cheap? Absolutely! Most reception sites will have a designated time for the cocktail hour and dinner hour and once those are over the food is taken away. One of the best ways to offer drinks is to host them for a designated period of time. You may also put a cap on how much you would like to host the bar and after that cap is reached the bar becomes a cash bar.


If you've got other questions, please send Dora an email from  WeddingGuideNM.com
A Timeline - are you on track??
Vanessa
Check out what you need to do next!

6-12 months before:
Decide type of wedding                           Decide budget
Choose location of ceremony                 Select type of clergy
Choose attendants                                    Select gown, veil,accessories
Select attendants' gowns                         Compile invitation list
Select reception site                                 Plan details of reception
Select men's formal wear                        Select photographer
Select videographer                                  Select florist
Select caterer                                             Select bridal registry
Select music for ceremony                      Select music for reception
Discuss honeymoon plans                      Reserve limousines
Order wedding favors

4-6 months before:
Order invitations, stationery...              Finalize honeymoon
Shop for trousseau                                   Find a place to live
Shop for home furnishings                     Set appointment for physical
Update immunizations                            Order flowers
Shop for wedding bands                          Get passport

2 months before:
Select attendants' gifts                            Try out new hair styles
Address invitations                                  Get marriage license
Gown fittings                                             Attendants' fittings
Reserve rental items - ceremony           Reserve items - reception 
Order wedding and groom's cake 
Call local newspaper on announcement deadline
Mail invitations to arrive 6 weeks before wedding       

1 month before:
Arrange for final gown fitting                   Attendants final fittings
Have wedding portrait taken                    Arrange lodging for guests
Buy groom's wedding gift                          Buy attendants' gifts
Confirm honeymoon reservations           Check luggage.
Make reservations for bridesmaids' luncheon / rehearsal dinner

2 weeks before:
Record wedding gifts as they arrive.        Write thank you notes.
Review reception seating plans.                Make place cards
Arrange to move to your new home         Finish trousseau shopping
Arrange for name and address changes on accounts, credit cards, licenses, insurance policies, utilities
Schedule hair/manicure appointments
Double check attire and accessories for wedding party
Confirm time & date of rehearsal with members of wedding party

1 week before:
Host bridesmaids' luncheon                      Pack for honeymoon
Have final consultations with caterer, florist, musicians, photographer,  and videographer
Give final guest count to reception facility and caterer

Relax and get plenty of rest...the planning is complete, let the festivities begin. Congratulations, enjoy your day!
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Vanessa
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