Creating  your unique wedding  day

Presented by Bergen Linen

Bergen Linen A Hallak Company

60  Oak  Street,  Hackensack,  NJ  07601 Phone  (800)  789-­‐‑8115

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Weddings  seem  to  come  in  waves.    You  will  go  months  or  a  year  without  any  weddings.    Next  thing  you  know,  you  are  invited  to  three  in  a  row.    What  if  this  time,  your  wedding  is  one  of  those  three  invitations?    

How  will  your  wedding  stand  out?  

Top  3  To-­‐‑Do’s?  Date,  ceremony  and  reception  location.  Once  chosen,  you  are  simply  building  around  that.

Details are very important to you… and why shouldn’t they be? The problem is knowing where to start.

Modern  brides  certainly  think  outside  the  box.    Today’s  venues  include  choices  such  as:  

Art  galleries

Zoos

Libraries Industrial  buildings.  

Weddings  can  often  take  on  a  life  of  their  own.    You  are  trying  to  create  a  memorable  event  that  showcases  both  of  your  personalities  and  ideals.  Think  outside  the  box  and  find  a  compromise.  

   The  Ceremony  

Couples  are  often  exchanging  their  I  do’s  in  an  intimate  ceremony,  which  is  then  

followed  by  a  lavish  reception.  

A  traditional  ceremony  can  certainly  be  

personalized.      Religious  couples  

may  wish  to  include  their  favorite  

religious  officiate.        What  if  one  person  is  not  as  religious?    For  some  vow  exchanges,  modern  couples  are  hiring  an  additional  

officiant.  

The  Reception

While  it  is  your  special  day,  why  not  offer  your  guests  the  VIP  treatment  too?    It  is  easy  to  do  so  with  a  few  simple  gestures.  

Separate  locations  for  your  ceremony  and  reception?    You  may  wish  to  offer  guests  transportation.        Be  sure  to  put  someone  in  charge  of  filming  the  limo/party  bus  antics;  there  are  sure  to  be  some  laughs  along  the  way!  

Overnight  guests  would  also  certainly  appreciate  a  thoughtful  gift  bag  with  some  ‘essentials’  including  snacks,  aspirin  and  some  information  on  local  a\ractions.  Don’t  forget  a  handwri\en  note!  

Thinking  outside  of  the  box?  

Before  booking  something  adventurous,          please  keep  in  mind  that  some  people  may  not  be  comfortable  with  your  selection.    If  possible,  allow  them  some  time  to  decide  on  how  they  wish  to  arrive.  

You  will  be  surprised  at  what  some  couples  offer  their  guests.    Imagine  having  your  a\endees  arrive  by  hayride…or  a  hot  air  balloon?      

Personalize  your  event  space  with  treasures.    Pictures,  treasured  mementos  and  other  keepsakes  

offer  guests  a  peek  into  your  marriage.    

When  selecting  a  bridal  party,  it  may  be  difficult  to  create  a  ‘cut-­‐‑off’.    For  those  not  in  the  direct  bridal  party,  why  not  include  them  by  requesting  their  assistance  as  an  usher  or  another  important  role.  

Want  to  make  it  extra  special?    Provide  your  ushers  with  a  helpful  guide  and  some  fun  facts  about  the  guests.    This  creates  an  easy,  free  flowing  dialogue  between  two  people  that  may  not  know  each  other.          

Chances  are  that  some  of  your  wedding’s  a\endees  have  children.    If  you  choose  to  invite  full  families,  please  keep  this  in  mind  when  se\ing  the  time  and  location.  

As  the  night  winds  down,  surprise  guests  with  a  parting  snack.  Taco  trucks,  warm  chocolate  chip  cookies,  ice  cream…the  options  are  truly  endless.  And  you  don’t  have  to  pick  just  one!  

Once  your  wedding  has  passed,  it  doesn’t  mean  the  memories  have  to  stop.  When  it  comes  to  public  photo  sharing,  you  have  many  choices  so  take  advantage.  

Upload  images,  videos  and  songs  to  your  wedding’s  website.  Combining  both  professional  and  candid  shots  is  a  great  way  to  showcase  your  memories.    

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