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How to Choose the Right Colors for Your Wedding

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How do I choose the right colors for my wedding?

  1. Prioritize either the venue or the colors. Whatever you choose, the other needs to adapt to it.
  2. Base the hues off of the season in which the wedding will be held in.
  3. Understand that colors, psychologically, place people in mental and physical states. Think of the emotions that you want to be felt on your special day. Then, research what colors you need to convey this.
  4. Look at magazine, art galleries, and other sources for inspiration. The way artists use colors can make you look at your favorite palette in a more unique way.
  5. Use a color wheel to get perfect matches of two or more colors.

There are a lot of things to plan in a wedding; catering, seat plans, transportation, etc. Choosing the main colors for the event might seem like a small task compared to the rest, but you shouldn’t underestimate its importance. Just like the theme and venue, the colors will greatly affect the overall aesthetic and environment of the wedding! Particular things like the décor, dress code, and even the food garnish are greatly influence by the colors! Thus, choosing the right hues is absolutely important. Choose the wrong palette (or rather, no particular palette) and you may end up with an eyesore of a wedding! Here are a few tips so you don’t make that mistake:

 

Venue Hues and Other Outside Factors

You will find that you will be adjusting the style and design of your wedding and reception to your chosen venue; including the colors. But since you are trying to get both the perfect location and the perfect color scheme, it is very possible that these two will clash if you don’t think of them as one aesthetic unit. Thus, you should learn to prioritize. Think which of the two is more important to you. Whatever you choose, the other factor should adapt.

So, for example, you’ve already set your eyes on a specific venue. Your colors should then complement the over design of the said location. This works vice versa as well. Venues such as warehouses, lofts, or tents are good choices as they are far more easily styled than places like gardens and beaches. Then again, that’s your call.

Aside from the location, there are other details that you need to think of as well when picking your colors. For example, the flower arrangements will definitely have a dominant color to them and you don’t want them to clash with your hues. Other factors such as the family’s preferences or heritage could also influence your choice.

Go with the Seasons

Just like how people change what they wear to the changing seasons, your wedding theme can also depend on the time of the year. In fact, it can be pretty specific with how it influences your hues. For example, coral pink is better for the summer while a blush pink is more fitting for the rainy season. While they’re both pink, they are still very different from one another in terms of emotion. Psychologically, colors and the season will heavily influence the overall mood and vibe of your wedding (we will discuss this psychological effect of colors shortly). Thus, you want these two factors working together.

This doesn’t mean that you can’t choose your favorite colors. It only means that you have to be on the lookout for different hues and textures of that same color.

Mood

Colors convey emotions; at least psychologically. This is why certain places irritate a person or calm him down. The colors they see in this place set them in a certain physical or mental state depending on the dominant colors they see. While the topic is very broad and detailed, the general effects of colors are the following:

  1. Warm colors, such as red, yellow, and orange, can make a person feel comfortable or hostile.
  2. Cool colors, such as green, blue, and purple, can make a person feel calm or sad.

With such psychological effects of colors, these can set the right or wrong mood for your wedding; especially when in combination. Black, gold, red, or emerald can add a dramatic flair to the celebration, while light colors can bring out more joy. Think about the emotions you want you and your guests to feel and remember when you think back to your wedding day. Once you know, study what colors you need to add to your color scheme to convey this feeling.

Get Inspired

While it’s good to be original and avoid trendy themes, sometimes your mind can be limited creatively. To help you with this, you need to get inspired.  You can get this from many sources. Magazines, art galleries, and museums are all good places to look at to give you some ideas. The way artists use hues can help you see your favorite colors in a different way. Who knows? Maybe the perfect color scheme is in a photograph someone on the internet and you just haven’t seen it yet. Just be sure to add your own flair to these inspirations if you really want to be original.

Looking around your home can draw inspiration as well. Of course, you choose the designs and colors of your home décor based on your preferences. Thus, the colors in your home are something that you know you can live with seeing those every day. Why not use the same palette for the wedding? Doing this will give the celebration a personal touch that will be familiar – maybe too familiar for some – yet surely pleasing to your eyes. Plus, you can take home those expensive pieces of décor that you will buy just for wedding and these will fit right in.

Look at the Color Wheel

You don’t need to be an art major to be able to use a color wheel. The basics are pretty easy to understand and you can use these as a starting point to choosing your personalized choice of matching colors: These basics say that these combinations on the color wheel go well with each other:

  1. Opposites: This pairing gives the perfect contrast of warm and cool.
  2. Neighbors: The colors are similar and share the same primary color.
  3. Neutral & Bright: The neutral colors will accent the bright colors.

Key Takeaway

Most importantly: don’t stress out. Hiring a wedding planner is a good option for when you’re unsure about what you’re doing (or if there’s simply too much to do.) Better yet, as long as you promise not to turn into bridezilla you can ask for help from family and friends!

 

The 8 Unforeseen Critical Details You Need To Check with Your Caterer

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Holding a nice party? Organizing a wedding reception? If the answers to those two questions are a yes, then hiring a caterer is definitely a must. Caterers provide a diverse selection of food choices and packages for events like weddings, parties, and various social gatherings. Having a caterer for your big event makes sure that all your food and beverage needs are covered and that your guests will have a more pleasant and satisfying experience.

But before finalizing any deals with the caterer of your choice, you must look into a number of important details that can be the difference between a good experience, to a great one. To ensure that you have your money’s worth on the caterer of your choice, here are some critical details that you need to check with your caterer.

Presentation of the tables and dinnerware

Presentation of the tables and dinnerware

The presentation of the venue will be handled and done by the event designers. These designers will work out a theme of your choosing, which they would arrange accordingly. With a specific theme in mind, it is also important to inform the caterer about it, so the presentation matches with the theme. While most caterers provide the necessary designs and dinnerware, it is important to ask the caterer about this matter to make sure that it will be organized. Having the design of the tables and dinnerware be consistent with the venue’s theme can improve the overall look of your event.

Working with the venue

Working with the venue

For big events like ceremonies and wedding receptions, it is important to communicate well with the venue. With this in mind, you need to make sure that the caterer is able to work comfortably and properly with the guests at the venue, along with other services like photographers and videographers. It is important to address the rules and concerns of the venue to the caterer, so the caterer will have the necessary adjustments and preparations done well before the day of the event.

The length of the Reception/Party

The Length of the Reception/Party

One of the important details that you need to communicate to your caterer is the length of the event itself. They must also be in the know with regards to the program flow and length. This is important to them as they would know the right time to finish their service and clean up during the event. This would ensure that they would be able to wrap-up properly, while also making sure that the venue is left as clean as it was before the event.

Keeping an eye on health

Keeping an eye on health

With the quality and variety of cuisine that caterers can provide, guests would definitely enjoy and be satisfied. But there are cases in which certain guests cannot eat or drink certain food and beverages due to reasons like allergies and prior ailments. For scenarios like this, it is best to communicate to your guests that have any health concerns to ensure that everyone in the event enjoys the food and drinks that you will serve.

Special request on the menu

Special request on the menu

Caterers usually have a variety of menu choices for you to pick for your big event. Some menus have different themed food like Chinese and Mediterranean, or offer a diverse selection that will cater to the taste of the guests. While most of the menus are already in set, there are some cases where you can add an entirely different dish or two. For example, you want to have an additional dessert on the menu, or you want your favorite dish to be served as part of the main course. For these kinds of requests, it is best to ask your caterer whether or not adding special requests on the menu would be allowed.

Emergency situations

Emergency situations

With all the preparations and arrangements for the event at hand, it is important to still be prepared for unforeseen circumstances. Venue safety and security is one of the most essential things to make sure in any event. It is important to ask the caterer their protocols in case of emergency situations. In cases of acts of nature like typhoons which may cause the postponement of the event, communicating with the caterer with regards to rescheduling is of utmost importance.

Liability Insurance and Health Permits

While you may be blown away by the food and service of a caterer, that shouldn’t cloud your judgment especially when it comes to their legitimacy. Any talented caterer can bring beautiful styling along with delicious food, but a professional one will have all the safety measures to reassure their clients. Be sure that whoever you get to serve at your event has the right liability insurance and health permits. If they are not willing to show it to you or they give you an excuse, then they probably don’t have it. You wouldn’t want this type of service for your gathering.

Water and Electrical Needs

A talented catering service cannot cook food without adequate water and electricity. Thus, you should always check if your venue has this; especially in an outdoor setting or in a raw space. In such places, water and electricity are hard to come by or are in a hard to reach place. For the sake of a smooth event, you must make sure that the caterers have an ample and convenient supply of water and electricity. Otherwise, your get-together will be a disaster and you will waste money on a catering service that you won’t get to use.

Key Takeaway

There are many details you have to go through when organizing a big event and preparing for them is essential. Checking in with these specific details with your caterer would help you ensure that you get the best out of your catering service. With these concerns in mind, you can make sure that even the smallest details are done.

Are there any more details that you think should be included in the list? Feel free to comment below.

Wonderful Ideas for Summer Weddings

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When preparing and arranging a wedding, there’s a lot to make decisions on: venue, decorations, catering arrangements, music, and the date and time of the ceremony and the reception. All of these need to be coordinated with one another (can you imagine having an outdoor winter-themed wedding during the summer? Horrible idea!), which is why there are already available wedding packages for you to choose from and customize.

In the Philippines, summer weddings are quite popular. The sun is shining bright with little to no danger of rain, most people are free or would love to take some time off from work (good for out-of-town weddings) and beach wedding destinations are always an option. Here are some summer wedding ideas that can make your wedding extra special.

 

Destination Wedding

Picking the right venue for your summer wedding is essential, as it would give your preparation some direction when it comes to your decoration and arrangements. Would you want to have your wedding at a beach? Or would you rather have a garden wedding? There are many choices to choose from, and picking the right one would make your wedding experience unique and memorable.

Decorations and Souvenirs

Preparing for a summer wedding gives you a multitude of options to choose from when it comes to decorations and accessories. You can give guests keepsake items like postcards, or have a photo booth set up so that guests would have an instant souvenir. You can go for a more natural and rustic feel, and have more wooden seats and tables, mason jars, and a selection of vases to put the flowers in.

Summer Flowers

A full-blown wedding would not be complete without having a beautiful bouquet for the bride, and decorating the venue with beautiful flower arrangements. There is a good variety of summer flowers to choose from in our country. Popular choices include sunflowers, orchids, roses, chrysanthemums, and more.

Summer Cuisine

A summer wedding reception would not be complete without some of the finest cuisine best enjoyed during the summer. Favourites include grilled meats, freshly-cooked seafood, or even some healthy salads. You can also serve some cold desserts like ice cream to keep the guests cool on a warm summer day.

Plenty of Ice Cold Refreshments

In a summer wedding ceremony, expect the temperatures to be a bit higher than compared to your average day. It is important to keep your guests refreshed and cool. Offering guests unlimited cold drinks will do the trick. You can never wrong with serving ice-cold juices on a warm summer day.

Summer Colors or Sundresses

For bridesmaids and female guests, wearing pastel-colored dresses fits in the summer theme perfectly. For male guests, linen and wool shirts and coats would be an ideal match. Or you can have the guests ditch the formal attire and wear something a little more casual yet elegant such as sundresses and cotton suits.

 

Arranging the perfect summer wedding takes a lot of time and effort, but it gives the guests and the couple experiences and memories that would last for a long time.

 

Awesome Bachelor Party Ideas

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What are awesome bachelor party ideas?

  1. Video game night
  2. Sports tournament
  3. Barbecue and Ribs
  4. Road trip
  5. Skydiving
  6. Visiting the firing range
  7. Gambling at the casino

Strip clubs for bachelor parties are so old school. Unless that’s actually what you and your groomsmen want and your wife-to-be is comfortable with it – in that case, it’s your choice. Much like wedding catering packages and reception venues, you have plenty of other options for your bachelor party other than the traditional. Here are a few suggestions that are bound to be just as fun, if not more:

Video Game Night

Most men love video games. If this is true for you and your best friends, then this could be the perfect sendoff from singlehood to marriage. Gather your buddies and just play the night away. Play games that force you to either team up or go against each other. Adding beer to the mix will bring extra fun – and maybe the angry neighbor but who cares? Eventually you’ll play and drink until you’re all passed out. It’s the perfect way to feel like a kid again before going off into a life full of adult responsibilities. Just be sure to bring a large number of snacks to munch on and some extra drinks in case you run out.

Sports Night

Another thing men love is sports. While watching sports on TV can get the blood pumping already, there’s nothing like the rush of adrenaline from actually playing your favorite sports

Pick one sport that you and your friends would love. Then, organize an entire tournament; complete with jerseys. It doesn’t need to feel super legit but it just has to get your friends motivated to get competitive. After all, a little bit of friendly competition brings out the best and wildest sides of everyone. When a champion is crowned, have a boys’ night afterwards complete with food and drink. You can simply have this at home. That will be perfect to make this party idea the best bonding experience ever.

But if you and your buds aren’t exactly athletic, then you should at least get out of the front of a TV screen. Get tickets to a local thrilling sports event. Do a pre-game so you can enjoy the game(s) without inhibition. You can also still have the boys’ night after!

Barbeque and Ribs

They say that when you’re able to grill a mean piece of meat, you’re a real man. If you believe this, then put it to the test. Get your friends and gather around the grill to cook the best barbecue of your lives. In fact, to make it more interesting, go against your best man in a cook-off and see who makes the best barbecue and ribs. It’s another competitive part idea that is not just manly, but delicious as well.

Side Note: If you can’t cook to save your life, then don’t worry. Instead, this opportunity to learn from your best friends.

Travel/Road Trips

There’s nothing like hitting road with your best bros. It may be a simple bachelor party idea, but just being with your brothers on a long road trip is enough to make your last day as a lawfully single man epic. Just be sure to have awesome sounds, a full tank of gas, and an adventurous destination. It will be even more memorable if you go to a place special to you and your best buddies. Having a lot of beer here is sure to bring out the best memories of your younger years and the most laughable stories of the past. If you plan to get wasted, then make sure there’s a designated driver that will get all of you home safe. Also, never ever – at any costs or form of intoxication – pick up a hitchhiker because stranger danger is real.

Taking it to the Extreme

What better way to symbolize the plunge going into married life by taking an actual plunge? A long, hair-raising, spirit-shaking plunge to be exact by jumping out of a plane. Skydiving is an experience that you should save for the best of occasions and there is no better time to do than at your bachelor party. It’s a fitting last thrill ride for you and your buddies.

But if this is not to your taste, then you can try many other extreme adventures. Some examples are bungee jumping, hang gliding, scuba diving, surfing, rock climbing, mountain climbing, or even shark diving. Anything that “defies” death can be on the list of things you can do. It will bring you and your brothers closer together and it’s a great story to tell your future wife and kids.

For something less risky, just go go-carting with the boys or take the old bikes and skateboards out for a spin.

Fire Some Shots

If watching sports isn’t your thing, then actions movies is sure to be! The feeling of watching a good action-packed flick is sure to fire you up. Some of the best movies of this kind have men wanting to drive faster, hit the boxing gym, and even playing pretend at home. Though, who says that you will always have to pretend? A trip to the best firing range in the country could be just what you need to feel like an action star. Here, you’ll be able to try an assortment of guns and – if the range accommodates it – grenades. It will be an exhilarating experience for anyone that loves guns and explosions.

Winning it Big in a Casino

If you have the means to go to Vegas, then go for it! In a city where all adventures (and misadventures) stay inside of it, it’s the perfect place for a wild night that only you and your bros could have and know about.

But if not, then any casino would do! Complete the experience by dressing up in a full suit with your friends to feel like high rollers. It will definitely put you in the mood to stare down a dealer while trying to get the best hand. Wouldn’t it be great to win big just before the wedding? It will certainly make your finances happy! Just be sure to know when to quit and you’ll be fine. However, be wary of when servers are trying to get you too drunk and make you feel too daring than your bank account would allow.

Key Takeaway

These ideas will keep your last moments of engaged life memorable. No matter how you choose to celebrate, always remember to keep the brotherhood you share with your friends in the years to come.

 

Tips for Writing Your Wedding Vows

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Food is serious business, especially when it comes to deciding on food catering for your wedding. But what’s even more important are the wedding vows you make to your betrothed. This is what encapsulates years of love in the past and promises years more of that love in the future.

Unsurprisingly, many people find it difficult to put these vows into words. After all, most people simply feel the love and act upon it naturally. Hardly anyone puts each of these countless moments and feelings into words every single day. There’s no shame in blanking out each time you attempt to start writing your vows. However, it’s time to get serious and actually do it. Here’s a quick guide to give you the nudge you need.

 

Create a Vow Plan

What’s bound to happen when one person is used to discussing what they feel and what’s on their mind, while the other is more reserved? Uneven vows. Even if your differences aren’t this severe, a couple might not have the same expectations when it comes to the vows.

As such, it’s good to discuss beforehand certain aspects of the vows. Set an approximate minimum and maximum word count. Put on the table things that are off-limits such as particular stories or jokes. Agree on a tone (one might write a serious vow while the other makes a comedy out of the whole thing.) Set a due date – better yet, schedule when the two of you will write the vows. Maybe right after cake-testing, when you’re both feeling incredibly blissful?

Reflect on Your Love

Sometimes you’re just too close to the picture. Take some time apart from your future spouse to reflect on your relationship. Think of what makes the relationship special to you and what makes this person special to you. Write down the ones that stand out. Don’t worry, this isn’t going to be your vows yet, just a guideline.

Afterwards, spend time with your fiancée and take a trip down memory lane together. Think of the best and worst days you’ve had as a couple, the moment you got engaged, and the moment you knew that you really wanted to get married. This will help solidify what you actually want to put into words.

Describe Your Love

Easier said than done, obviously. But if you’ve managed to successfully jot down snippets of your feelings, then all you need to do is follow a few tips:

  • Choose the best adjectives that describe him/her. From here you can say why you used these adjectives. One best ways to do this it to…
  • Use examples. Like if your future spouse is very spontaneous, you might talk about the time he/she surprised you and how it made you feel.
  • Think of the rough times. Everyone enjoys love when they go through good times, but going through and conquering bad times is where true love shines. Talk about these moments and how you both became better because of each other.

Be Yourself

Rule number one is to make sure that everything you say is accurate and true. Rule number two is to make sure that your true self is still reflected in your vows. It might not be so believable otherwise!

Avoid Clichés

These can make your vows seem impersonal and like you just got ideas from a movie. Be original – however, don’t bend over backwards just to avoid clichés. If you really feel that your partner is your “best friend” and that is something you’d like to mention, then go ahead and say so. It may be cliché but you can find your own spin at the delivery. Make it a rule of thumb to make your vow written in a way that only you could have.

Get Feedback

Feedback is good for improving anything, including your vows. When you finish your first draft, you can go to your best friend, parents, or anyone you trust and practice saying it in front of them. If that’s too difficult, you can at least just let them read it. Ask them which parts they like and which parts can still be improved. Revise your vows only if you feel there is a need. Getting some feedback is good but in the end, it’s what you and your spouse thinks that matter most.

 

Remember that these are guidelines and not rules to writing a wedding vow! Bend and break them as you wish if that’s what works best for you and your partner. Here’s an extra tip though: find time to rehearse your vows to avoid stammering on the big day. Good luck and congratulations!

How Long Should You Be Engaged Before Getting Married?

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The moment two people become engaged is a wonderful thing – the love is strong and everyone is excited for the big day. Then comes actually planning the entire thing. From choosing the right wedding package in Manila (or another dream wedding destination altogether) to planning the guest list, the stress that comes with planning largely depends on how much time you have to plan it.

Choosing the wedding date is therefore one of the biggest decisions a couple must make for their big day. It automatically tells the couple how much time they have to prepare! On the other hand, some lovebirds want the day to come as soon as possible.

If you’re in a fix as to whether to have a short or long engagement, here are some points to consider.

 

Short Engagement

If you and your spouse have been together for a long time, like for 4 years or more, a short engagement might not be such a bad idea after all. It’s more likely that the two of you have already discussed some of the details at some point during your relationship, therefore some decisions will be a no-brainer.

  • You Will Spend Less Time Stressing Over Wedding Details

Getting married sooner will save you the trouble of overthinking every little detail. It’s a good way to keep things simple, and you won’t have to deal with the stress for a very long time. This is a good thing for easy-going, low-maintenance couples.

  • You Get to Be Married Sooner

You have always dreamed of being married to the one you love and thinking how it feels to live the married life. So why wait and prolong the engagement when you can marry sooner than later and start living your life as a married couple?

  • Your Guest List Won’t Keep Changing

Stretching out your engagement for several months or even a couple of years can entail a lot of changes in your guest list. Having it now means you’ll be around the people you’re closest to at the time you decided to get hitched.

 

Long Engagement

A long engagement will be good if you plan to be more thorough about the wedding, so this is perfect for those with specific details in mind and want to accomplish everything on their checklist. Making reservations early means you’ll get the exact venue you want, and may even get you discounts on things like the catering, hotel reservations, and more. In addition, you get to relish the following perquisites of having a long engagement before your special day.

  • It won’t be overwhelming

A long engagement provides the couple enough time to actually digest the reality of what is about to happen. It may decrease the chances of getting cold feet. When you do finally tie the knot, you can be sure you’ve already thought it through over and over again.

  • You’ll have more time to prepare

You won’t run the risk of the wedding gown not being how you imagined it or someone very important not being able to come due to the last-minute invitation. Everyone, caterers, dressmakers, and guests included, will be able to make necessary plans in advance. You’ll have ample time to pore over all aspects of the wedding as much as you want, and more time to save up as well.

  • You’ll get to know each other better

This is especially true for people who haven’t been dating for a very long time. Wanting to get married even after only a few months or a couple of years of being together is fantastic, but there’s no denying you could use more time to get to know each other better. For this reason, it is important that you take your time in getting to know your partner before exchanging vows.

 

 

The Final Verdict

There is no right answer to the question of how long you should be engaged before you tie the knot. It should depend entirely on the couple. If you feel that the timing is right, then go get married! Follow your hearts’ desire and don’t forget to enjoy the whole journey.

 

 

Effective Ways to Make Your Wedding Reception Entertaining for Everyone

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Perhaps the most difficult part of a wedding to plan is the reception – primarily due to the guest list. First there’s the struggle of balancing the number of people you actually want (or need) to invite and the budget. Then there’s the pressure of choosing the right venue and how

But it’s not just a matter of having a great venue and food. Catering to wedding guests’ social preferences is the key to a great reception. This may be the first time that everyone on your side of the family and close friends who have never met will be in one room, and the same on your partner’s side. You could spend a lot on fancy entertainment, but wouldn’t it be much better if the guests get comfortable despite being surrounded by strangers? Here are a few things you can do to make sure your guests let go and enjoy at your wedding reception.

 

Long table setup with backless benches

This will work best in a garden venue to better suit the theme. Imagine multiple long tables with backless benches that are set up so that guests on one table will be back to back with the guests of the other table. Since guests will be seated next to people they know and won’t have to awkwardly sit face to face with a stranger (as could be the case with traditional round tables), your guests could become more comfortable. With the right placement, people who belong in small cliques can be put together so they don’t get shocked with meeting a lot of new people right away.

Ice breakers

Now, if you have to go with the traditional multiple-table setup, pairs or smaller groups are bound to share a table with people they aren’t close to. So why not make a game out of it? Place icebreaker questions or fun facts about your guests on their tables so that they’ll have something to talk about! Not only is it simple and inexpensive but, if you do it correctly, people will make new friends and your reception will start off on the right foot!

Kid’s area/table

Kids are wonderful but sometimes they can end up getting in the way of some much needed catch up between adults. Having a kids’ area or table will solve this. The kids can have their own special set of food and party items like colouring books at their table.

Install an intimate bar and lounge

Back to adults – most adults love bars and lounges. It’s the perfect place to get comfortable and have a nice chat with people. Make both places comfortable so people will be urged to interact but not only with the people who already know each other. Comfortable guests equal a night full of stories and laughter.

Prescription box

Think of it as a suggestion box but with a twist. Have someone give out pieces of stylized prescription papers, asking guests to write down what they think about what “medicine” the bride and groom need in order to maintain a healthy marriage! You’re bound to get a mix of answers that are completely comedic and those that offer wise advice. It will get your guests talking and you instantly collect marriage advice from the people you are closest to!

Line dance

This is an oldie but goodie. It may be the most basic from everything here on the list but no one can deny a good line dance especially if people had a good start to the evening! Play your cards right and you can get all of the attendees doing one big line dance. Fun for all ages!

 

If you have other suggestions with regards to activities for the reception, don’t hesitate to share them in the comments section below!

 

 

Signature Cocktail Drinks to Serve at Your Wedding

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Wedding catering packages often include menus that can be customized according to the betrothed couple’s wants and needs. This could also include alcoholic drinks that, let’s face it, plenty of people are looking forward to almost as much as the wedding. But we digress!
There are a number of cocktail drinks that you can serve on your big day. If you’re curious about what goes in which signature cocktail, read on to help you make the best choice.

Classic Pimm’s Cup

Ingredients:
Pimm’s No. 1
Sparkling lemonade or lemon-lime soda
Strawberries, cucumber, mint, oranges
Ice

Steps:
Mix one part of Pimm’s No. 1 liquor with three parts of chilled lemonade
Add mint, cucumber, orange, and strawberry
Add ice
Serve immediately

Tangerini

Ingredients:
1 oz. tangerine schnapps
1 oz. vodka
Tangerine juice
Orange or tangerine peel

Steps:
Shake and strain 1 oz. of tangerine schnapps, 1 oz. of vodka, and tangerine juice in a martini glass
Garnish with orange or tangerine peel
Serve immediately

Honeydew Ginger Gin Fizz

Ingredients:
2 parts gin or vodka
1-part fresh honeydew juice
1-part yuzu juice or fresh lemon juice
1-part iced green tea
1-part ginger beer
Ample amount of mint
Slices of candied or crystallized ginger

Steps (for green tea):
Start by brewing the green tea
After brewing, chill the green tea for a few minutes
Pour all the liquid ingredients into an ice-filled shaker
Tear mint leaves into 6 per portion on top
Shake briskly for at least 2 minutes until the mint is pulverized and the cocktail should foam lightly
Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass
Garnish with candied or crystallized ginger slices and mint leaves
Serve immediately

Steps (for honeydew juice):
Puree the honeydew and strain through a mesh
Pour all the liquid ingredients into an ice-filled shaker
Tear mint leaves into 6 per portion on top
Shake briskly for at least 2 minutes until the mint is pulverized and the cocktail should foam lightly
Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass
Garnish with candied or crystallized ginger slices and mint leaves
Serve immediately

Earl Gray MarTEAni

Ingredients:
Beefeater London Dry Gin
Dubonnet
Pomegranate juice
Lemonade
Angostura bitters

Steps:
Mix 2 parts of Beefeater London Dry Gin, 1 part of Dubonnet, 1 part of pomegranate juice, and 2 parts of fresh lemonade
Add Angostura bitters
Garnish with lemon and lime, mint sprigs, and pomegranate seeds
Put it into a large punch bowl
Chill the mixture by putting lots of regular ice cubes or fruit cubes
Serve immediately

Spiked Chocolate Milkshakes

Ingredients:
8 oz. dark rum
6 scoops of chocolate ice cream
6 oz. Kahlua
10 oz. club soda
Coffee beans and shaved bittersweet chocolate

Steps:
In a blender, add the 6 scoops of chocolate ice cream
Add the dark rum, Kahlua, and club soda
Blend slowly
Pour the milkshakes into the mixture
Garnish with espresso beans and shaved chocolate
Transfer the final mixture into a high ball glasses or shooters
Serve immediately

Appletini

Ingredients:
2.5 oz. sour apple liqueur
2 oz. vodka
Sour mix and triple sec
Apple wedge

Steps:
Shake and strain the sour apple liqueur, vodka, sour mix, and triple sec
Add the apple wedge for garnish
Serve immediately

Sex on the Beach

Ingredients:
2 oz. cranberry juice
1 oz. orange juice
1 ½ oz. vodka
¾ oz. peach schnapps
½ oz. crème de cassis
½ oz. fresh squeezed lemon juice
Orange slice, 1 maraschino cherry
Cocktail umbrella

Steps:
Shake the cranberry juice, orange juice, vodka, peach schnapps, crème de cassis, and fresh squeezed lemon juice
Add ice into the mixture
Put the slice of orange and cherry on the cocktail umbrella
Serve immediately

 

Did you find what you’re looking for? Serve any of these signature cocktail drinks at your wedding day and you are sure to have a fun and memorable celebration. For guests who don’t drink alcohol (or if you’d like to keep all your guest sober, which is fine too), there are mocktails that you can also choose from to be served on your big night. Cheers!

Why Are Summer Weddings So Popular?

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Preparing for your wedding day requires a lot of time and effort, from searching for the best wedding packages to whittling down the guest list to suit a budget. It’s also important to choose the right date and time for your ceremony and reception. This can be a bit tricky in countries where there are four seasons, but since we only have the wet and dry seasons, it’s really a no-brainer.

Still, it’s good to know the perks of saying your “I do”s during the summer. Here are some of the reasons why summer weddings are popular today.

Weather

Granted, it gets very humid during the summer. Still, the weather is more consistent during this season, which means you do not have to worry about sudden rain showers and thunderstorms. You’re bound to have a warm and breezy day!

Location

One of the best things about tying the knot during this time of the year is that it is the best time to have an outdoor wedding. Do you want to have a tranquil garden wedding? Or maybe you want to achieve that picturesque beach wedding you always dreamed of? These wedding themes are easier to plan during summer. The trick is to choose a time of day when it’s not scorching hot and you’re golden.

Convenience for Guests

One good thing about summer weddings is that those still studying are on a long break. Parents and their kids are more likely to be able to attend the ceremony, even if it’s going to be held somewhere far away from Metro Manila. In fact, it gives everyone an excuse to have a long weekend without worrying about kids having to attend classes the next day. A summer wedding tends to be far more convenient for guests in terms of schedule.                                                      

Attire

You’ll get a wider range of dress options – from elegant suits and gowns, to summer dresses and khaki pants. It really depends on the theme you are going for. You can allow guests to wear something super comfortable or super creative! It will surely make your wedding a unique and memorable one.

Trends

There are a lot of great trends you can choose from for a summer wedding. Bright hues and pastel colors are the popular shades for ceremonies this time of year, so you can try combining just two hues plus an accent color. This will make your wedding space look more unified and sophisticated. Or you can go with one pastel shade plus an accent color. Research color schemes that you want to use for your wedding theme to see which suits you best. For the music, sounds with a laid-back vibe will be suitable even for such a traditionally elegant celebration.

Overall, summer weddings are popular today since it is effortlessly beautiful in all aspects. In addition, this is the perfect chance to mix celebration and vacation with your friends and family members that have supported you and your betrothed all throughout your journey.