Planning a wedding requires a lot of patience, time and attention to detail. For many it can be quite stressful and can take a toll on not only your time, but your emotions as well. Which begs the questions… are you a bridezilla or a bridechilla?
Bridezilla
This is a bride who is stressing about everything and has little to no, well, ‘chill’. She’s determined and dead-set on getting her way and making sure everyone complies. A bridezilla has imagined her wedding day for what seems like forever and nothing is going to stop her from ensuring that her big day is exactly how she pictured. There’s nothing wrong with going after what you want, but be aware that these brides are usually not considerate of those around them and this can relate to money, schedules etc.
Bridezillas want things a certain way and want to make sure that their big day is perfect in every way. They’re usually very hands-on and will want control over all aspects of the planning. Wedding planner? What wedding planner??
If she’s surrounded by people who are unsure and don’t really know what to do, where to lend a hand or what to contribute, then a bridezilla may not be all that bad. After all, she’ll tell them.
The bridezilla will have planned everything down to the smallest detail, because she wants that first-hand reassurance that everything will be smooth sailing. Because when it comes to your wedding and paying large amounts of money, you want to know what’s going on 100% of the time.
Bridechilla
Basically, everything that was mentioned above, just the complete opposite. The bridechilla doesn’t seem to fuss over things and she just goes with the flow. It’s not that she’s careless, but she’s just not worried about everything as much. She doesn’t seek control over every little aspect of the planning process.
Being a bridechilla seems like it’s the easy choice, but it’s important to keep some things in mind about the laid back bride.
There is such a thing as being too chilled. When the bride-to-be is showing little to no interest about the wedding planning, there’s a great possibility that those around her will have to pick up the slack.
Some people enjoy some direction. For example, a bridechilla may tell her bridesmaids to wear what they want. This may leave them feeling confused and unsure of what exactly to wear or what the limitations are. Stress and frustration can be transferred to those around the bridechilla.
So… are you one of them?
This is your big day after all, so it should be exactly what you want, but you shouldn’t be over-stressing and taking all the fun out of it. With that being said, you shouldn’t allow those around you to carry all the weight, or, alternatively, feel like they have no say at all.
Trying to maintain a balance of both is the ideal – taking control but also letting go when needed. It’s great to know what you want and to have control of the planning, but you shouldn’t be too forceful, and don’t forget to chill out now and then.
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What are wedding harvest tables? Simply put they are snack tables. They are statement tables as food and nibbles are laid out beautifully and form part of the decoration. Harvest tables are usually embellished with greenery and topped with delicious foods.
Harvest tables typically appear after the ceremony and before the reception. Your guests can enjoy the lovely snacks spread out while you and your parter take pictures or change for the reception. Think of it like the pre-starter.
They aren’t ordinary snack tables, there generally needs to be a wide variety of nibbles laid out nicely.
Your guests can enjoy a variety of canapés along with other treats while enjoying cocktails.
Wedding harvest tables typically feature an assortment of cheeses, fruits, meats, crackers and breads.
The tables usually feature a lot of contrast and may coordinate with the weddings colours.
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Miles Teller and Keleigh Sperry tied the knot on September 1, 2019 in Maui. The happy couple wed in a Catholic church on the island. Even though they opted for a wedding by the beach, they decided to keep things very elegant and classic.
Miles Teller is known for his roles in The Divergent Series (2014-2016), War Dogs (2016) and will star alongside Tom Cruise in the upcoming Top Gun: Maverick (2020). He met model Keleigh Sperry in 2013 at a party for the Black Keys. The two hit it off and there was an instant connection.
A week later they went on the date, and let’s just say the rest is history. After fours years of dating, Miles popped the question in August 2017. The pair went on a romantic safari in South Africa. While enjoying their morning coffee and the wilderness, Keleigh noticed a rose attached to a tree. She decided to investigate as she thought it was weird to see a rose in the middle of winter. The flower had a note attached to it and when she started reading it, Miles finished it and got down on one knee.
Maui was the destination of choice for the love birds because it was a home away from home for Keleigh and her family. Miles joined them for family trips and fell in love with the destination. Hawaii seems to be a popular wedding spot for celebs.
Miles and Keleigh opted for a Hawaiian chic themed wedding. They worked with Unveiled Hawaii in Maui and Christine Rose Events in California to achieve their desired nuptials.
The blushing bride wore a Monique Lhuillier dress, which was elegant and tradition, while still feeling whimsy and light. The ensemble was accompanied by her mother’s necklace, which is a family heirloom.
The dashing groom wore a suit by Celine, designed by Hedi Slimane.
Wedding guests included Nina Dobrev and The Divergent Series co-star Shailene Woodley.
The reception took place on the beach with the breathtaking sunset as a backdrop. Keleigh changed into an Oscar de la Renta dress for the reception. Their entertainment included a 12-piece band that performed the couple’s favourite tunes.
Following the reception was a tropical jungle themed after-party that featured Norwegian DJ Kygo. The newlyweds partied ’till the break of dawn.
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After tying the knot, the reception usually follows, filled with celebration, fun and lots of dancing. However, planning a proper party requires a lot of thought. With all the details, make sure you don’t overlook your wedding playlist, because let’s face it, the music makes the party. Here’s how to plan your wedding playlist:
DJ or band or DIY
This one is pretty simple. Pick between hiring a DJ, a live band or creating your own playlist and just letting it play.
Plan
As with everything, planning is your best friend. Sorting out your playlist well in advance will not only put your mind at ease but also ensure that the end product is perfect.
Theme
Ask yourself: What is the vibe going to be like at your wedding? This will help determine what music and genres you should or shouldn’t play.
The happy couple’s big day
You and your partner should make a list of songs that you definitely want played at your reception. The ‘must-haves’, even if they only please you and your partner.
A time and a place
Plan your playlist according to the happenings of your reception. For example, you wouldn’t play hype or dance music when the speeches are happening. Customise the playlist to your reception schedule.
Go with the flow
This tip is similar to the above. Make sure your music flows. You don’t want your guests jamming on the dance floor, getting all pumped and then a sad, sappy song comes on.
Mix it up
Even though it’s your big day, it’s important to cater for everyone. A great idea is to play something for everyone. Mix in some old and new school, as well as some classics.
Special requests
If you really want to make your guests happy, you can ask them to make suggestions beforehand then incorporate it into the playlist where appropriate.
Review
Listen to your hard work! As you listen to all your songs, picture your reception. Run through the order of the evening and imagine what it’s going to look and sound like.
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