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14/01/2009 13:41:00
Flowers & Decorations
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Simple bunches of mums and dahlias are ideal for cool-weather centerpieces. Add eye-catchers like a coil of bittersweet berries wrapped around a hurricane lamp or aglazed urn of maple-leaf branches.
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 Just because you're having a winter wedding doesn'tmean you need to sacrifice beautiful flower arrangements.A pure white canvas can be the perfect backdrop forbright pops of color, making a big impact with fewerpieces. Or a streamlined white-on-white or monochromaticeffect creates a stunning modern twist. You also don'thave to fret, the chill in the air doesn't mean your wallethas to feel the deep-freeze! Here are some seasonaloptions for any budget:
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Affordable: santini mums, roses and ginestras
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Mid-range: narcissus, bouvardias, and cybidiumorchids
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Splurge: amaryllis, ranunculus and sweet peas
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Fruits and veggies—front and center! Centerpiecesplucked from a farm stand are replacing floral fantasies.
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Give your wedding a charming custom touch byincorporating your favorite lines from books, poems orsongs into the ceremony or reception decor. You can easilyprint them on glass, fabrics, favors and more!
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Move beyond monograms and create a decorative logo to"brand" your wedding. Designs can be based on yourinitials, but can also incorporate your hobbies andinterests. Use your personalized logo on save-the-dates,invitations, napkins, table decor and more.
 
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After the ceremony and photos, the bridal party’sbouquets often get plunked down and forgotten. Groupedon a side table in vases personalized with charming nametags, they’re showcased for all to enjoy.
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Centerpieces do not have to be identical. Go traditionalwith some table displays, and decorate others withunconventional arrangements.
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 To prevent wedding day drama, check to make sure thatno one in your bridal party is allergic to the blooms you’reputting in bouquets.
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Create an impact on a budget with one showstoppingfloral piece, like a flowering chandelier, then top yourtables with a forest of candles.
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Spruce up your centerpiece by adding lots of votivecandles—they're affordable and give a table instantglamour, bathing everyone in a flattering light.
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Use a long runner (on a banquet table) or a tray (on around table) as a platform for your flowers and candles—itadds a block of color and defines the space.
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If you don't think you'll have time to create all thebouquets and centerpieces you'll need for your weddingon your own, ask for help. Your groom and mom (and his)as well as your bridesmaids should all be on your short listof people to call when you need wedding-planning help.
 
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No matter where you wed, first impressions are essential.A personalized entryway will make your site morewelcoming and help guests feel at home almostimmediately. If you're having an outdoor wedding, hangleis of orchids or sun-catching glass ornaments on thesurrounding trees. For a ballroom, have your florist createan escort card table arrangement with plenty of height soit's the first thing guests see. A rustic affair calls for tonsof lanterns lining the pathways. Jewelry
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 To make sure your engagement ring is at its sparkliest foryour big day, clean it with a mixture of six parts water andone part ammonia. Use a soft-bristle brush to make itreally shine.
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A dusting of baby powder on your finger before theceremony will ensure that your ring slides on smoothly.
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Don't go overboard on your wedding day jewelry. If youare wearing a statement necklace, don't wear largeearrings as well. Making one piece the focal point of yourlook creates a subtle, sophisticated effect.Dresses
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Even if you think you prefer a certain gown style, stayopen-minded while on your search—you might findsomething you love that you never expected!
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Line up something for posterity. Some designers will offera signed fashion illustration of your dress.
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