Simple Rustic Elegance

This is the first of the entries in regards to items we find interesting and not so "cookie cutter" for weddings.  These items from Bragging Bags' shop on Etsy are unique and can be used for all different types of weddings.  From fall, rustic, outdoor or even western there is something in this shop for you to find and create your own unique touch for your wedding.  With the right elements you can achieve Simple Rustic Elegance. Below are some of our faves.

Down the aisle, instead of roses, why not use miniature pumpkins? 

For the reception, from table numbers to centerpieces the options are limitless.

For those brides that do not want real flowers or may be even allergic.  Bragging Bags' Shop even offers some beautiful alternatives to live flowers.

Garters to cuff links. The options are limitless.  Make your day special by adding any of these items to you day.  It will truly be a day to remember.

Check out Bragging Bags' shop on Etsy.  Tell them we sent ya!!

Happy Planning!

AMAZING wearable Art!!

Want something uniquely yours for you wedding day?  How about a pair of hand painted shoes?  These shoes by Norakaren are unbelievable.  They are absolutely gorgeous.  No matter what you theme, color or season of the year, she can design a shoe that best reflects your unique style.  She offers a wide array of shoes...flats, sandals, peep-toes & pumps.  There's something there for everyone!

She can design shoes for all occasions.  Weddings, Proms or just a great night on the town her designs will be something that you will wear over and over.  These shoes are definitely wearable art.  They will be the talk of the town!

If shoes were not enough she also can make matching clutches.  What would be a better fit for your bridesmaids?  Matching shoes and clutch...what a great gift!

Check out Norakaren's etsy store and facebook page.  There is nothing better than making your wedding uniquely yours, these shoes will do just that. 

Is there a difference???

I get this particular question many, many times!  My venue provides a site coordinator, why get a wedding planner?  What's the difference between a site coordinator and a wedding planner?  Is there a difference?

YES THERE IS!! 

A site coordinator handles just one piece of the puzzle: the Venue.  Their "allegiance" is solely to that venue.  Think about this, who do they work for? They have been hired by the venue to ensure that the what they are supposed to provide is completed.  They make sure that the room has enough tables & chairs, the staff is aware of the nights events and that the kitchen is running on time etc.

A wedding planner will put all the pieces of the puzzle together.  Even just a "day of" coordinator provides so much more.Your wedding planner works for you and their sole "allegiance" is to YOU.  You hired this particular person to handle the details of the day. They work for you. They make sure that your vision of the day is executed flawlessly.  They will be the contact of all your vendors including the venue. 

Don't get me wrong there are site coordinators that go above and beyond.  They are asset to you as well as the wedding planners. They know the venue, inside and out.  So they would be able to tell you the best way to run your ceremony and reception layout. But, what they can and cannot do is limited. Most of  the times, they've only met with you once or twice.  Aside from emails and phone calls you barely know this person.  A planner is the one who gets to know you and your family so they can provide that personal touch.  The person during the planning process you can call and vent to without any judgement.  The person who will help with the planning woes.  Because in the end it can be stressful.  There is so much along the way during the planning process that can cause you do be nervous, the planner is that person that will give you that encouragement.  Help ease those nerves.

 Wedding planners make sure to contact each of the vendors prior to the wedding to go over specific details.  If there are any concerns that we or the vendors have, it gets resolved before the wedding day.  The site coordinator usually will not have contact with the vendors before the day of the wedding.  Unless, of course, the vendors themselves contact them.  Which means you are the "middle-man".  You refer questions or concerns from one to the other.

A wedding planner is there to assist you with anything that you may have concerns about.  Whether it's before or on the wedding day.  They offer your a personal touch, making sure that you on your day are stress free.  The site coordinator normally doesn't have the time to give you that personal touch, maybe only checking on you 1 or 2 times throughout the event.  Again, the main focus is the venue, they have to make sure that the kitchen, the timing and everything else dealing with the venue is executed perfectly.

All in all, both are an asset. When a good site coordinator meets a good wedding planner, fireworks happen.  It's the best of both worlds.  On your wedding day, instead of having one piece of the puzzle amazing, wouldn't you want someone that knows how to make all the pieces fit and make your entire day flawless?  If you had a choice wouldn't you want someone there on your side, "your right hand gal", to help every step of the way with every aspect and not just the venue?  In the end it's your day.  And don't you want the best people helping you make that day as amazing as you have envisioned your entire life?