Who Walks The Bride Down The Aisle? You Get To Pick!

June 17, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Father’s Day brings walking down the aisle to a wedding planner’s mind. But some brides want a non-traditional ceremony entrance. Here are three suggestions for anyone who is looking for aisle traveling companions for their wedding:

Your Mom. She’s been there from the very beginning, loves you like crazy, and will be thrilled to be asked.
Your 2nd Favorite Man. Ranked just below the ring-bearing hunk, chances are there’s an uncle, cousin or best friend in your life that you’d love to have with you on that special stroll.
Your fabulous self! Trust us- you’re going to be radiant, and perfectly capable of coming down that aisle

In the Jewish tradition, both parents walk the bride down the aisle. Photo by Super 8 Girl

In the Jewish tradition, both parents walk down the aisle. Photo by Super 8 Girl

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A Good Gang – Appreciating The People Who Love You

June 7, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Inquiring after my friendships, my Grandmother used to ask me, “Do you have a good gang?” I never understood this as a teen. Did she think I lived in a Little Rascals movie? As an adult I understand. She grew up in 1930s Brooklyn (not the movie version) where she needed her “gang” to help her get through what can’t have been the easiest life. So how about you, do you have a good gang? I’m guessing yes. Friends, family, we have to be grateful for the people in our lives who support us. Tell them you love them this weekend.

Be well and love well.

Dinah

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Our New Promotional Video! Check it out!

June 6, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

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YOUR WEDDING AND THE TV- NOT THE BEST MATCH

June 4, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Do you keep the TV on for “background noise?” Me too. But there’s a danger. I’ll aimlessly tune in while washing dishes, and next thing you know, I’m knee deep in a “Real Housewives of Cleveland” marathon, and poof! 5 hours have gone by. Don’t get me wrong, we all need to escape into a great story once in a while (check out Wedding Movie Wednesday blog posts for non-housewife suggestions) but be careful that your “background”noise doesn’t pulls you away from being more involved in life, liberty and the pursuit of a fabulous wedding.

Be well, and love well.

-Dinah

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - a train wreck I can't take my eyes off, I'm ashamed to admit.

Ashamed to admit it, but I can’t take my eyes off this train wreck.

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The Devil Is In The Wedding Details

May 22, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

If you read bridal blogs and magazines, there’s a lot of talk of “details” and “special touches” that brides and wedding planners are using to make 2013 weddings unique to each bridal couple.

Don’t let the details get your veil in a twist! It’s ok for place cards to be place cards and not art.

At the same time, I think the focus on producing creative details can put a lot of pressure on brides especially in this age of Pinterest and so many places to submit beautiful wedding photos for publication. Don’t let the culture of details get into your head- let the unique ideas reveal themselves as you plan. Take a deep breath, and maybe make time online a little less Pinteresting.

Be well, and love well.

Dinah.

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Tossing the Bouquet Toss – All The Single Ladies Will Thank You.

May 17, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

At wedding’s end, the bride tosses her bouquet to crowd of happy single gals, right? Often though, when a DJ turns up the Beyonce and puts out the call, eligible gals disappear into the woodwork. When I was on bridesmaid duty, I always found that was a perfect time to sprinkle rose petals in the bridal suite. Honestly, unmarried women want nothing to do with this archaic tradition.

Fear not, Brides! You can ceremonially dispose of flowers without setting your single friends’ teeth on edge. Try this: instead of throwing your flowers at someone, which is a little hostile when you think about it, GIVE them to a lady (or gentleman – we don’t judge) wish to honor. Grandma, Man of Honor, childhood best friend, you pick. We at MLFS even make you a “toss” bouquet so you can keep your own gorgeous bouquet for yourself!

I’m betting you have a guest who’d be thrilled with a special posy. And trust me, there are women who will be thrilled with not having their marital status paraded around the dance floor.

Be well, and love well.

-Dinah

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Yes, You Are Having A Celebrity Wedding!

May 10, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Getting married makes you a star in a way in your own family. A family wedding is a big deal – there’s no denying it. So believe it or not, in their eyes, you are a having a celebrity wedding! The “paparazzi” chasing you may be a little nutty – everyone wants to spend time with you and find out how the wedding planning is going. Just like Hollywood celebrity brides, you’ll get the same questions repeatedly. Have you chosen reception centerpieces? What’s the wedding dress like? Have patience.

My own celebrity moment, with the help of Design Visage of Orange County, CA

They’re not trying to drive you crazy, the just want to share your excitement and happiness. So when Grandma Ethel asks again about your linger-eee, smile and know you’re loved. Enjoy your moment in the spotlight.

Be well, and love well.

Dinah

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No Good Wedding Shows On TV? (Psst- Your Best Option May Be on The Channel Of Life)

May 7, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

There’s nothing on TV, and yet you find yourself sitting on the sofa flipping through the channels. Let me throw some metaphysical theory at you. Maybe the universe is telling you “Hey! Go do something else already!” Whether you’re planning a wedding or not, keep an eye out for hints that you’re not using your time in the best way. Not that the best way is always sorting place cards or organizing bookshelves. Sometimes a bubble bath is just what the doctor ordered.

Be well, and love well.

Dinah

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Real Wedding Sneak Peek! LOVING this photo by Walter Wilson

March 31, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Talk about Palm Springs wedding inspiration!

More from this wedding coming soon! Stay tuned…

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Emotional economics of brides: playing the wedding market. Boom, or bust?

March 27, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Radio story this AM – is she a businesswoman or a vulture? Discuss.

Thanks to my beloved KPCC & “Take Two” (hey Alex! Big fan!) for the story and photo. ]

Bridal Brokerage eases the financial pain of cancelled

weddings

Take Two | March 27th, 2013, 8:53am

Group Wedding Held On Valentine's Day In West Palm Beach, Florida

Joe Raedle/Getty Images

Brides hold their roses during a group Valentine’s day wedding at the National Croquet Center on February 14, 2012 in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Weddings are one of the most stressful and expensive events you can plan, so what happens if couple’s have to call off their wedding?

While it’ll still be hard to inform would-be guests that plans have changed, but now their may be some help dealing with the money already shelled out for catering, location, flower and a host of other traditions.

Enter Bridal Brokerage, a company that sells canceled weddings to couples looking to throw their parties for less money.

Get the full story HERE.