New York, October 2009 — Harlem Weddings announces its engagement to New Rochelle. Expanding the show to markets outside the of the New York tri-state area is one of the many announcements this popular bridal show has planned for 2010.  The Harlem Weddings bridal show is known for creating unique and elegant bridal show, with a limited number of vendors per category, and theme décors are some of the elements that sets’ this show apart from others. The vision extends well beyond the basic bridal show; Harlem Weddings offer a new experience with every show, each event portraying a different theme filled with charm.

Harlem Weddings will be hosting is very first New Rochelle bridal show at The Bethany Church Ball Room and introduces partnerships with a number of industry experts including Condi Nest whom will provide brides-to-be attending  the show with a full year’s subscription to Brides Magazine.  Liberty Travel will host the Vegas Destination Lounge, and a Winter Wedding team is some of the elements to be featured at the show.

The engagement celebration is February 20, 2010; doors open at 1:00 PM and attending guest will be treated to live music, workshops, wedding cake tasting, gift bags, and great door prizes. The staff of Harlem Weddings has promise a very innovative year fill with more than just bridal shows; and encourages wedding vendors and engage couples to visit and register at the HarlemWeddingsOnline.com website to received updates on what to expect in the upcoming year.

“We continue to introduce new concepts, we continue to pay attention, we continue to entertain, simply we make it happen” said Harlem Weddings founder Nidelka Mayers; their engagement to New Rochelle is just the first occasions to celebrate this coming year.  Other plans include new venues and areas in New York boroughs including Brooklyn and a wedding cake competition.    

For additional information or for registration please visit www.harlemweddingsonline.com or call 646.205.8208.

Harlem Weddings
Nicky Mayers
Toll-Free: 866.544.0258
Office/Fax: 646.205.8208
E-mail: yourweddingaffair@earthlink.net

Website: www.HarlemWeddingsOnline.com

This stylish come to your emotional rescue wedding day survival kit!  This chic yet durable little train case holds thirty last-minute essentials to help prevent the last-minute disasters that can threaten big day. With these essentials a bride can be prepared for virtually any emergency on her wedding day and beyond. Contents included are: Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Dental Floss, Mints, Drinking Straw, Pain Reliever, Antacid, Hand Lotion, Emery Board, Clear Nail Polish, Nail Polish Remover, Facial Tissues, Deodorant, Tampons, Adhesive Bandages, Hair Brush, Hair Spray, Bobby Pins, Interior Mirror, Lint Remover, Mending Kit, Scissors, Safety Pins, Stain Remover, Static Remover, Super Glue, Double-Sided Hem Tape, Earring Backs, Corsage Pins, and Extra Wedding Bands.

Customize your kit by including a pair of hosiery, flip-flops, perfume (travel size), lipstick (in the shade you are wearing), lip bam, extra batteries for digital camera, handkerchiefs, eye-drops (look for redness reducing), contact lens solution, and smelling salts.  If you’re getting dressed in a place that won’t have a bathroom near, you’ll also want to bring a mirror, bottle of water, and moist towelettes.

Good extras: charged cell phone, camera for taking getting dressed candid’s, list of vendor’s phone numbers, wristwatch.

“As any wedding-planner can tell you, it is always better to be prepared than in a panic. Wedding emergency kits allow you to plan for the unexpected. While the kits may not cover every possible scenario, they will definitely provide you solutions for the most commonly needed items in a ready-room on wedding day.”

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Source: Magnet Street Weddings

Inspired by: Breast Cancer Awareness

Obviously your needs and wants as a couple will influence your decision. . Before you begin the registry process have a heart to heart with your fiancé. Discuss you tastes, style, priorities, and your vision of your future home. Also be sure to take into account what items you already have as a couple.  Your selections will be easier and more focused when you have a game plan and you are working towards common goals!

If you are an established couple that has most of the household basics, you may want to consider registering at specialty stores such as art galleries, hardware stores, sporting good stores, or even travel agencies. No matter where or what you choose, make sure you register for gifts in all different price points so that your guests can choose gifts within their budget.

2. Where should I register?

Choose your stores wisely! Make sure that your registry offers you and your guests what you need. Consider the stores selection, locations, online abilities, shipping abilities etc. Are they hassle-free?  Figure out what is important to you and your guests and make sure that the stores you choose meet these needs.
Couples today usually choose 2 to 4 different registries. This gives your guests more options and locations. Consider department stores, online stores and, or specialty stores.

3. How do I let guests know where I am registered?

Although it is usually considered impolite to ask guests to buy gifts at certain locations, putting your registry information on your wedding website is perfectly acceptable and in this day and age, probably one of the most effective and polite ways to aim people in the right direction. Word of mouth is also a great tool! No matter what, people are going to ask your closest friends and family what would be best to get you, so just make sure they are well informed.

4. When should I register?

Make sure to register BEFORE the first bridal celebration but not nearly enough that many of your items may become discontinued. It is typically recommended that you register 4 to 6 months prior to the wedding. The majority of the gift purchases are made two weeks prior to the wedding and two weeks after the wedding. Due to this, make sure to do a thorough check two weeks before the wedding for any discontinued items.  This would also be the time to add items if necessary. You may also want to consider adding seasonal items at this time as well. 

5. How many items should I register for?

Request more items then the number of people on your guest lists to account for showers and engagement parties. In this case more is better. Make sure you “over-register.” This will insure that your guest have many options. They will appreciate this!

Source: Premier Bride

2. Be organized
Your original guest list can be a great tool when it comes to thanks you cards. Consider adding a column next to the guests name and address that you can check off once the thank you is complete. Obviously, this will also be a great source for the addresses as well.

3. Be timely
For gifts that are received prior to the wedding, be sure to get a thank you card in the mail within a weeks time period. Guests will be glad to know that you received the gift. As for the gifts that are received the day of the wedding, be sure that your thank you cards are out within 4 weeks of the honeymoon! The sooner the better!

4. Work as a team
Make this your first project as man and wife. A common way to split up the work load is to have each person responsible for writing the thank you cards for their own friends or family. A more unique approach would be the opposite. The bride would write the thank you cards to all the grooms friends and family while the groom writes the cards for the bride’s friends and family. This would allow each of you an opportunity to make a good impression on the others friends and family.

5. Make it personal
Handwrite each thank you card and be sure to reference the person and the gift itself. It is best to tell how you will use the item or how the money will be spent.

Source: Premier Bride Magazine

To find trunk shows check out the designer that you like, this information is usually listed on their website.   Some of my favorites are Amsale, Vera Wang,  Monique Lhuillier. And of course a great brand is Watters Brides who do beautiful designs for the  ”Recessionista” bride.

Uniquely balancing the monochromatic purples are the earthy tones of beautiful brown. The passion of purple is undeniable and paints a magical picture that’s perfect for a fairy tale wedding. Accent this lovely color palette with neutral tones for a look that is contemporary chic.

Inspired by: Domestic Awareness Month
Source: Wedding Magnets