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

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!

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

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.pink bouquet

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!

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

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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Wedding Movie Wednesday: Classic Comedy -The Princess Bride

Cover of 20th Anniversary Edition

Cover of 20th Anniversary Edition (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

As any bride or event planner knows, the process of planning a wedding can get stressful. What’s a good escape? A fun movie, and why not one with a fairytale wedding? We came across The Princess Bride on cable the other night and it’s a perfect antidote to real world stress, wedding related or otherwise. A few belly laughs and you’re back on the road to happily ever after.

Happy viewing.

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)

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

Planning the wedding

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My Little Flower Shop: A Palm Springs Florist Flirting With Palm Desert?

We are so grateful to all our friends and fans who make up the My Little Flower Shop family.  You are keeping us busy, busy busy! And happy, busy bees we are here at your favorite Palm Springs florist. Anyone shopping in the Uptown Design District sees our delivery vans buzzing in and out of our driveway on Indian Canyon headed to all the fashionable spots and fabulous residents of our beautiful valley.  So all that buzzing back and forth- why not have another beehive in another fabulous, glamorous location?  How about..hmm.. 11 miles East or so? Stay tuned Little Flower Fans!

A My Little Flower Shop bride. In the Desert. Among the Palms. Oops, have I said too much?

A My Little Flower Shop bride. In the Desert. Among the Palms. Oops, have I said too much?

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Little Flower Girl, Big Wedding Dreams.

Little girls have big wedding dreams and unlimited imaginations.  Now look at that from a different perspective. You want the person designing your wedding to have…big wedding dreams and unlimited imaginations. Hey, look! In-house wedding planners unfettered by budget or reality! Let them tell you all their thoughts and dreams and stories. And when the wild dream of a cotton candy dress becomes a cotton candy cart at the reception, you’ll know who to thank. With a big fat ball of cotton candy

Be well, and love well.

Flower girls are a source of wedding ideas.

Flower girls are a source of wedding ideas.

Dinah

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Real Wedding Sneak Peek! LOVING this photo by Walter Wilson

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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?

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

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

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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.

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Your Wedding In Palm Springs. No Question About it.

“Oh, you got married in Palm Springs.”  When your destination wedding is in Palm Springs, the natural beauty in your photos will give you away.  Come fall in love with our mountains, the amazing venues, vendors, and of course, each other.

 

 

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