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6 Things Couples Should Never Do for Their Wedding Day

What are the things that couples should not do for their wedding?

  • You should never crash diet
  • You should never stay up all night before the wedding
  • You should never try a heavy workout
  • You should never second guess
  • You should never overload yourself with last minute hiccups
  • You should never forget your soon-to-be spouse

 

From choosing wedding catering packages to distributing invitations to saying I Do’s, preparing for a wedding can be particularly hard for the couple. Unfortunately, this pressure can grow as your big day comes nearer, and truth be told that only one wrong move can make everything fall apart.

Thankfully, you could track all of your preparations by having a to-do checklist. However, it is also best to keep a copy of the things you should never do for your big day. To help you out in this endeavor, here are some items for you to consider:

 

You should never crash diet

  1. You should never crash diet

 It’s a common mistake for women to crash diet just a week or two before their wedding day. In most cases, they tend to get sick or experience difficulties on their big day because of this decision. Even more, being deprived of your proper nutrition can ‘cause impulsive eating.’ In all honesty, there’s no need for brides to go on a diet when they have been accustomed to a particular eating routine, as this wouldn’t result in a huge difference in the fitting. All you really need to do is trust your healthy, regular eating routine and stick to it.

Though if you’re that worried, then you can keep track of your diet; but remember not to overdo it – too much or too less can both give you the headaches.

 

You should never stay up all night before the wedding

  1. You should never stay up all night before the wedding

 While you may take the hands-on approach when it comes to preparing for your wedding (things like creating your very own handmade invites or place cards), you should definitely avoid staying up all night for this could be a recipe for disaster. Be sure to take the time to rest, particularly in the week of your wedding, as this could be so exhausting.

For all the brides and grooms out there, please heed this warning for complications can easily occur on your special day. If you really have a lot of things to do and prepare for, you could ask assistance from your friends and family. For sure, they’ll be happy to help you do all of them on time.

 

You should never try a heavy workout

  1. You should never try a heavy workout

 Doing a heavy workout is a no-no. Exercising may be a good idea to keep you fit. However, be cautious enough so you don’t overwork yourself. Otherwise, you may stumble and fall on that very aisle you’ve been dreaming to walk on with your high-heeled glittery shoes. Plus, you don’t want to experience sore muscles as you’re dancing with your spouse for the first time.

 

You should never second guess (not ever)

  1. You should never second guess (not ever)

 Preparing for your wedding day can be a handful. However, this very reason may not be right to justify second guesses before the wedding day. As much as possible, avoid last minute changes, especially with heavy tasks, such as the reception theme and logistics. This can only break the whole preparation and lead you to unnecessary chaos. If you really need to change some things, then you should keep them at the minimum.

 

You should never overload yourself with last-minute hiccups

  1. You should never overload yourself with last-minute hiccups

As mentioned above, last minute changes can be truly stressful, hence, why they should be avoided at all costs. If possible, ask someone to help you deal with finalizing every detail of your wedding.

You could possibly appoint someone like your maid of honor, your mother, or a close friend to handle these hiccups. Just be sure to coordinate with them, as well as with your wedding catering services, so that you can be assured that things will run as smoothly as possible.

 

You should never forget your soon-to-be spouse

  1. You should never forget your soon-to-be spouse

Your wedding day wouldn’t be possible without your soon-to-be spouse, so take your own little private time and catch up with each other. After all, that person is the reason why you’re getting married. Try not to worry too much about the preparations. You should be able to spend some private time together to keep your minds off the load and refresh. Perhaps a quick lunch date or a stroll in the park would do after you two finalize some things.

 

Key Takeaway

Wedding preparations may need your attention, but overworking things isn’t how you’re supposed to do it. Truth be told, you don’t need to put all kinds of efforts, such as crash dieting or heavy workouts, as these may only lead to unwanted circumstances.

Hence, take these 6 examples and don’t let them happen. Stick to the original plan and avoid unnecessary changes. Most of all, take time to breathe and go with the flow. Surely, in the end, things will go the way you wanted them to.

How to Pick the Perfect Song for the First Dance

How do I find the perfect song for our perfect dance?

  • Choose your dedicated song for each other
  • Remember songs that played during key moments in your relationship
  • Pick a song from a common favorite artist
  • Pay homage to your parents by choosing the song that played during their first dance
  • Decide on what kind of dance you want to do on your wedding
  • Listen to the lyrics to find out which is the most appropriate for a wedding

 

Love is a big emotion, which is why celebrating it should also be grand. From hiring the best wedding catering in Manila to booking your favorite local artist, there’s nothing you wouldn’t do in order to showcase your love at the wedding.

But it is also this complex emotion that will make it hard for you to decide on the perfect song for the first dance, for your first dance. This is because, in all honesty, there are just too many romantic pieces for you to choose from; all of which can potentially give you and your partner something to enjoy during your big day.

Now, the question of how you are going to narrow them down should be answered. But don’t worry because we’re here to help you out. Just follow these simple tips:

Choose “Your” Song

Choose “Your” Song

No doubt, if you and your fiancé have a song that you consider to be “your song” for each other, then there may not be any need to look any further. That is, if the song is fitting for a dance. If not, then you may need to dig a bit deeper much like those other couples, who don’t have any dedicated song, and look on to the other tips below.

 

Remember Romantic Moments with Music in the Background

Think back to the most epic moments in your relationship. Usually these are your firsts: the first date, the first time you held hands, the moment you realize you’ve fallen in love, etc. Try to remember if there was any music playing that amplified your emotions and made your heart explode during these romantic episodes in your life.

Who knows? That certain song or piece could work its magic again for your first dance.

Look at Your Favorite Artist’s Repertoire

Look at Your Favorite Artist’s Repertoire

Maybe you and your fiancé have a common favorite artist or, even better, have seen said artist perform live in concert. Whether you listen to a whole discography or remember what he/she played in their live set, you will most likely find that one song that is special to you and your partner.

Be sure to pick one that can be your favorite, the one that speaks volumes about your relationship, and the one that can showcase your love to each other (that words simply can’t express). If this song also happens to have a good feel and/or beat to dance to, then you’ve found the perfect piece.

 

Uphold Tradition and Heritage

If your parents and/or grandparents still remember the song they danced to, then considering re-using it. While the first dance is usually done to celebrate the newly bound couple, it doesn’t mean that you can’t also celebrate the bond created in the past.

By playing the same song that was playing in your parents’ or grandparents’ wedding, you can pay homage to the bond that kept you alive and guided you through life to be who you are today – the same person that your fiancé fell in love with in the first place.

You can say that, without your ancestors, you may have never ended up with the love of your life.

Decide Based on the Type of Dance You’ll Do

Decide Based on the Type of Dance You’ll Do

Just like the song, the type of dance that you choose to do must be special to you and your fiancé. Most couples choose to do a slow dance, but you could be a bit more creative than that. Especially, if you and your partner have a love for dance, you may choose to do a rumba, waltz, or even hip hop dance. Whatever you choose, the song must fit the dance.

Listen to the tempo of your favorite songs for dancing and use this as requirement for the song you will choose. If a song has meaning to you, but it doesn’t fit the style of dance you want, then you may need to reconsider it or cross it off your selection. Once you have a shortlist of songs, try dancing along to it and see what feels the best.

 

Write Down All the Possibilities and Read the Lyrics

Once you have a short list of all the potential first dance songs, you’re going to want to read all the lyrics. This is important because beats and melodies could sound happy, but the lyrics could be pretty inappropriate for a union.

Many, if not most, love songs are actually about breaking up. You don’t want to accidentally pick a break up song for the first dance to send your guests and yourselves an ominous message that the relationship won’t last. You would want something that will celebrate it and strengthen it instead.

 

Key Takeaway

Deciding the perfect song for your first dance is all about choosing something that has meaning. Any song that is special to you, your fiancé, and your family has potential. Just be sure that it is fitting for a wedding.

8 Inspiring School-Themed Wedding Ideas

Congratulations, you’re finally getting married! Of course, planning might take some time, from hiring wedding planners and organizers, to choosing one of the best catering services in Manila. Before settling everything in, how about talking with your loved one and reminisce on a few things, you might even be able to think of your own idea of wedding before approaching an organizer or planner.

Now, if you are planning on going back to your school days, when you two possibly met, then you might want to consider the following suggestions on how you could have an inspiring school-themed wedding.

Wedding Invitations

  1. Wedding Invitations

To be able to pull off the school-themed wedding idea that you wanted, you should start your effort with the wedding invitations. Your invitation cards will stand as your representative, hence, first impression should be duly delivered. Given the idea of school, you can opt to use a vintage paper from a notebook or a library card (especially if both of you are self-declared book worms) and then write or print from there. You can also use an attendance report card to indicate who’s attending your wedding for further emphasis.

  1. Wedding Decors

Regarding wedding decors, you may just need to be a bit more creative. You can try using the items one can often find in a classroom, say a globe, an old-fashioned pencil sharpener, books, a vintage wall clock, an abacus, or even a typewriter! You could definitely look for them at garage sales or online stores. Or, if you’re feeling crafty, then you can try wrapping some books with patterned paper or craft paper (like you do during your primary and secondary years) and write some inspiring love messages on its spine!

Your wedding day will definitely feel nostalgic.

Wedding Cake

  1. Wedding Cake

For your wedding cake, you can try requesting a customized cake that could resemble your idea of school. You can also try adding details such as origami, books, or the daisies in your school garden. This could hold plenty of memories that you and your guests will surely enjoy reminiscing!

  1. Wedding Bouquet

For the wedding bouquet, you can opt for friendly flowers that would portray the good old times you’ve had during your school years. A picturesque example of this is Minhee’s bouquet at her wedding with Truman, where they hand-tied a handful of flowers including carnations, Marguerite daisies, variegated tulips, Alchemilla, and chamomile.

Wedding Guest Book

  1. Wedding Guest Book

For the guest book, it is best to go for something more interactive. You can try customizing your yearbook, wherein your guests could sign on, or you can install a photo-op booth at your reception where your guests can take pictures and insert the pictures in a vintage accounting book with ready-to-fill photo corners. That way, your guest book can also be a souvenir after the wedding!

  1. Wedding Pop Quizzes

To draw in some fun, you can use pop quizzes about you and your partner for the guests to fill out. The questions could vary from your first meeting place to where the groom proposed. Also, you may leave a box for the guests to deposit the papers too.

Wedding Favors

  1. Wedding Favors

If you’re looking for great favor deals, you could choose something that your guests could use afterwards. Perhaps some books or custom imprinted pencils! You can order them online and have them imprinted with your names and wedding date for a more personal touch. For the details, you can tie them with a thin ribbon and put in a custom thank-you tag (you can use a vintage index card for the paper) that your guests will truly appreciate!

  1. Wedding Reception

The reception table is your opportunity to further emphasize the theme of your wedding. You can use black paper and write the names of the guests on it. You can, then, place it atop the guest’s table. Use a cafeteria-style theme on the tables and utensils, and opt for a subject name rather than a number to mark the tables.

Key Takeaway

Once you’ve settled your ideal arrangement, do not hesitate to request this to your wedding planner, organizer, and your chosen catering service to make your school-themed wedding happen!