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POLL! The Garter Toss. Should We Toss It From The Wedding Reception?

May 20, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Last post we talked about the bouquet. Today we pick up the garter toss. In theory this is a bit of bawdy fun where the groom reaches under the bride’s wedding dress, and pulls a special garter off her leg (ooh la la!). The garter is then thrown, bouquet style to the eager groomsmen. Problem is, at some weddings, it’s turned into a cringe inducing lap-dance/up-skirt flashing fiasco. At a wedding I attended, prior to the garter removal (teeth, of course)

look like fun? or humiliating? Weigh in!

the groom donned a blindfold, and fondled the legs of female guests to see if he could find the bride! All in front of Grandma. That put me off this particular tradition personally but I’m all for grooms who want to have their fun embracing their inner Chippendale. My advice would be to discuss in advance exactly what you’re comfortable with – good practice for married life!

So, what do you think? To toss, or not to toss?

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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: Something Blue In Palm Springs

March 21, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

They say a picture says a thousand words- Here’s proof. A thousand thank yous to our beautiful bride Nicole Gillis for sharing these lovely shots from her Fall 2012 Palm Springs wedding. We reached out to get the name of the photographer – as soon as we do, we’ll happily credit the shots!

Your something blue doesn’t have to be hidden under your dress or as subtle as pale nail polish – why not flowers? Blue is beautiful!

: Flower girls are a source of wedding ideas.

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POLL! Whose Oscar Finery Would You Rock Down the Aisle?

February 25, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

There were a plethora of could be wedding gowns on the carpet last night! here are three very different options, which one would you wear down the aisle?

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Classic Bridal Looks Never Go Out Of Style: The Claudette Colbert Edition

February 12, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

I went to a screening last night of the fabulous, 1934 Academy Award winning film “It Happened One Night”. It’s always been one of my favorite “wedding movies,” with one of Hollywood’s most stunning bridal gowns, on the equally stunning Claudette Colbert. This bias cut satin gown, designed by Robert Kalloch, may as well be in the encyclopedia under “1930s wedding dress.” But here’s the thing: the dress holds up. A bride, this weekend in 2013, (provided she had the exact measurements as Claudette Colbert) could wear it straight down the aisle.

Claudette Colbert in her bridal gown from the film “It Happened One Night” circa 1934.

As you or a bride in your life shops for a wedding gown, think about 90 years from now. Will that dress you’re trying on still be a classic, or will it go the way of Princess Diana’s 1980′s explosion? (oh the flowers…don’t talk to me about the flowers…bless her heart).

Live well, and love well. (and dress thoughtfully).

-Dinah

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Should She Invite Her Ex to The Wedding? My Little Advice Shop

February 5, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

Q: Should I invite my ex-boyfriend to my wedding? I made a point of staying friends with all my exes through the years precisely so we could all “get along” at an event like this.

advice for the bride and groom (Photo credit: @heylovedc)

A: Here’s the thing. When it comes to post break-up relationships, there are two kinds of people:the Keep In Touchers and the Never See Againers. You are quite clearly a Keep In Toucher. So, the question becomes. Where does your man fall? I have a feeling he’s on Team Never See Again, otherwise you would not be writing, you’d be putting together the perfect “singles table” of all your exes. As a longtime player on Tean NSA, I advise that if that’s the case to let this one drop. Your man will be a hundred times happier on the big day, and that will show. After you get settled in to married life, have a barbeque for the old crowd. Lower the stakes over the steaks, get it?

Be well, and love well.

Dinah

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A Wedding Reception That’s Just Desserts? Yes, Please!

January 29, 2013 By Dinah Leave a Comment

A Dessert Party is a wonderful idea for an event whether it’s a shower, engagement or even a small wedding. (believe it or not, you don’t need sea bass or prime rib to have a great reception!) A well styled buffet of elegant desserts can be a showstopper. You can go the DIY route, or find a local bakery (like Palm Springs’ own Pastry Swan) to take over. Either way, vary up your offerings – cakes, petits-fours, home-made cookies,

Live well, and love well

-Dinah

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Horror Stories Are For Halloween! Not The Bride!

October 11, 2012 By Dinah 1 Comment

Did you hear about the bride whose dress was burned in a fire the night before her wedding? Did you hear about the groom who locked himself in the hotel bathroom and missed the whole reception? As a florist in an ideal destination wedding location like Palm Springs, I understand why people are compelled to share bridal nightmare tales with wedding vendors. They know we’ve dealt with our fair share, and in their own way, they are showing respect for the sometimes challenging, but always rewarding, work that we do. But for goodness sake people, please stop scaring the brides! Lord knows they’re a skittish bunch, so don’t follow up “Congratulations on your engagement!” with some tale of a wedding gone horribly wrong. It may be funny to you, but to this person diving into the difficult planning process, it’s no laughing matter. So have a little heart. Save the bridal calamity tales for the bridesmaids. Now THAT’s your demographic!

Don’t freak out the bride, please. (Photo credit: Vineet Radhakrishnan)

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Obama & Romney Down The Aisle? Preventing Political Family Run Ins At Your Wedding

August 3, 2012 By Dinah Leave a Comment

As if planning a wedding wasn’t stressful enough, brides getting married in 2012 have the challenge of the Presidential election. Now I’m not speaking literally. We’ve decided as a nation to have elections on Tuesdays, which doesn’t interfere with many events. The divisive nature of American politics, however has many brides worried about, at best, uncomfortable conversations and at worst, disruptive and inappropriate behavior. Here are three tips from top Palm Springs florist My Little Flower Shop to avoid the worst case scenario.

Brides: Think ahead. One advantage you have is a guest list, and RSVPs. You already know who the potential pot-stirrers are, so mitigate with calmer heads at their table. You can also ask their family members to speak to them in advance about avoiding sensitive topics at your celebration. Make good use of placecards.

Wedding Party Member: Congratulations, you’re an Interpersonal Diplomat. Bridesmaids and groomsmen have to add conversational negotiation to their list of duties. Do your part to find out who might be throwing bombs into a conversation and keep an ear out for friendly chats trending towards the election. Then redirect! The best new topic? Try the honeymoon locale. Has the political commentator ever been to Bali? No? What destinations are on their bucket list? Now you’re off and running.

Enlist your parents and siblings to keep politics out of your wedding celebration.

Wedding Guests: You know what they say. The conventional wisdom is that it’s a bad idea to talk about religion and politics among people you don’t know. Good rule. You never know who’s sitting next to you. You might have a great joke about Senator XYZ, but you might also be sitting next to his daughter. Stay on your good behavior. Don’t bait anyone, and don’t take the bait if someone’s trying to drag you into an exchange that could turn ugly. The bride and groom will be grateful.

Politics don’t belong at a wedding. Sharing that with family and friends should keep your celebtration a neutral zone. If someone really acts up, drop them off at a local campaign office. Once they’re put to work when everyone else is at the family softball game, they’ll be back, and better behaved in no time.

Be well and love well

-Dinah