Ushers are typically responsible for
If the divvying up of wedding guests is unbalanced--say, the groom has 100+ guests and the bride has 20--instruct the ushers to direct guests, as they arrive, to the best available seats.
The role of usher is ideal for teenage boys and/or adults whom your clients want to include on their big day. Ushers should be comfortable talking to people. Most ushers will have to rent (or buy) formalwear unless, of course, you are comfortable with them wearing their own suit.
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Previously, I briefly explained the wedding party roles of the Matron of Honor, Best Man, Bridesmaids, Groomsmen/Ushers, and the Bride’s parents. This week I will dive into the basic roles of the Groom’s parents. Please keep in mind this is a very basic description of what each member of the wedding party is responsible for and can vary from wedding to wedding.
Groom’s Parents (Collectively)
· Helps prepare the guest list for the bride and her family
· Selects attire that compliments the Mother of the Bride
· Plans and pays for the rehearsal dinner
· Can witness the signing of the marriage license
Groom’s Mother
· Arranges accommodations for out-of-town guests
· Dance with the groom during the mother/son dance
· Selects attire that compliments the groom’s attire
· Offers a toast at the rehearsal dinner
This information is brief and should be used as a starting point on what to expect from the groom’s parents. Next week, I will go into greater detail of the Ushers' role.
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So you just had the wedding of your dreams and you get home from your FABULOUS honeymoon only to be greeted by an overabundance of gifts. Without a doubt, anxiety begins to set in at the thought of writing thank you cards. Do not stall any longer, I am here to help! Sure, this task seems like a huge undertaking, but if you follow the simple steps listed below you’ll be done in no time.
Step One: Start the note with a proper greeting such as, ‘Dear So and So…’, ‘Hello…’ It seems very silly to include this in the steps to writing a proper thank you note, but you’ll be surprised by the number of people that forget to include this simple step.
Step Two: Express your gratitude for the gift. It’s very important to include the item purchased. If a guest purchased a personalized picture frame, you should write something like, ‘Thank you for the personalized picture frame.’
Step Three: Write about how you plan on using the item. ‘I already have plans of putting a picture of us on our honeymoon in the frame.’
Step Four: Discuss a past event or refer to the future. Write something like, ‘ I was so glad to see you last summer at the family reunion and even more glad to see you at our wedding a few months later’ or you can write something like, ‘I was so happy to share our wedding day with you and look forward to seeing you soon.’
Step Five: Say thank you for the gift again. Write something like, ‘Again, thanks for the gift. We really appreciate it.’
Step Six: Wrap it up! Use words or phrases such as, ‘Love’, ‘Thanks Again’, ‘Yours Truly’, or whatever suits your style.
Step Seven: Finally, review the note for spelling errors and prepare for mailing.
Good Luck!
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Last week I briefly explained the wedding party roles of the Matron of Honor, Best Man, Bridesmaids, and Groomsmen/Ushers. This week I will dive into the basic roles of the bride’s parents. Please keep in mind that this is just a basic description of what each member of the wedding party is responsible for and can vary from wedding to wedding.
Bride’s Parents (Collectively)
· Traditionally pays for the wedding and reception
· Helps prepare the guest list for the bride and her family
· Can witness the signing of the marriage ceremony
· Acts as hostess at the reception
Bride’s Mother
· Assist with planning the wedding ceremony and reception
· Assist (along with the Maid of Honor) the bride in selecting her bridal gown
· Arranges accommodations for out-of-town guests
· Is the last person to be seated before the processional begins
· Sits in the left front row to the left of the bride’s father during the ceremony
· Dances with the groom after the first dance
Bride’s Father
· Rides to the ceremony in the limousine with the bride
· “Gives the bride away” when the officiant ask
· After “giving the bride away” at the ceremony, sits in the left front row to the right of the bride’s mother
· If divorced, sits in the second or third row unless financing the wedding
Hope this information is helpful as a starting point on what to expect from the bride’s parents. Next week, we will cover the basic roles of the groom’s parents.
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Cupcakes are a current trend at weddings and events that are a HUGE hit. I like to think of them as a great alternative to having traditional cakes. I fell in love with gourmet cupcakes a few years ago on a weekend getaway to Vegas. While out shopping with a few friends we came across a little bakery where the sweet aromas left your mouth watering. We had to go inside to see what was baking. To our surprise, it was a bakery specializing in gourmet cupcakes – The Cupcakery! I felt like a little kid in a candy store. Between the 3 of us, we indulged in the Julius, Southern Belle (red velvet), Strawberry Lemonade, Strawberry Shortcake, and Lemonberry. They were ALL just as good as they smelled. I now love incorporating cupcakes into events as they are always fun and fabulous. Although I haven’t been to Vegas in a few years, I was able to have a few cupcakes here and there while visiting friends and family in Dallas, TX.
Here’s my top 3 Cupcake Shops:
The Cupcakery
2222 McKinney Ave. Suite 230
Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 214-855-0003
AND their newest location in the Houston area is located at
9595 Six Pines Drive, #960
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Phone: 281-298-2889
I’m excited about their latest location being opened in the Houston area! Be sure to visit them if you’re ever out in The Woodlands area. You won’t be disappointed!
Ducked off in a little shopping center on Peachtree Road in Buckhead is Cami Cakes. I recently found out about Cami Cakes while vacationing in Atlanta, GA. I must say, I will definitely make a pit stop there on my next visit to Atlanta!
2221 Peachtree Road, Suite B
Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: 404-748-4288
Located a few blocks from the Galleria in Uptown Park is Crave Cupcakes. I heard about Crave through a few friends’ Facebook post ranting and raving about how good this new little cupcake shop was. I had to try them out myself. I was NOT disappointed as the reviews of their tasty treats were absolutely correct. I enjoy having their Red Velvet and Strawberry Cupcakes.
1151-06 Uptown Park Boulevard
Houston, TX 77056
Phone: 713-62-CRAVE
Incorporate cupcakes into your next event and I’m sure they will be a huge hit!
Specially Yours,
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While searching for a topic to write about for this month’s (July) Wedding Wednesday series, it dawned on me to clarify a question that has been asked on several occasions from brides and grooms to be – What is the role of my wedding party? So I would like to take the time out and dedicate each Wednesday in the month of July to explain (and hopefully shed some light) on the daunting question. Please keep in mind that this is just a basic description of what each member of the wedding party is responsible for and can vary from wedding to wedding. So let’s begin with the roles of the Matron of Honor, Best Man, Bridesmaids, and Groomsmen/Ushers.
Maid of Honor
Best Man
Groomsmen/Ushers
Hope this information is helpful as you prepare to select the key individuals who will help make your dream wedding come true. Next week, we will cover the basic roles of the bride’s parents.
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