Saturday, June 9, 2012

UNIQUE Honor: Bridal Party Responsibilities

So, you've been asked to be in a wedding. First of all, congratulations! This is truly an honor! I'm sure your next question is - what does the couple expect from me? No worries! We've mapped it out for you!

Best Man:
  • Plan and host Bachelor Party
  • Rent or purchase attire
  • Attend Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner
  • Helps keep the Groom calm
  • Supervises Groomsmen and Ushers
  • Holds Bride's ring during the Ceremony
  • Escorts the Maid or Matron of Honor
  • Makes the first toast at the Reception
  • Organize the return of any rented wedding attire, including the Groom's
Maid or Matron of Honor:
  • Assists the Bride with her gown selection as well as choosing the attendants' gown and accessories.
  • Purchase gown and accessories that she will be wearing
  • Helps the Bride with wedding-related projects, such as addressing invitations, assembling wedding favors, etc.
  • Plan and host the Bridal Shower
  • Plan and host the Bachelorette Party
  • Record gifts received at Bridal Shower as well as collecting all ribbons and bows for making Rehearsal bouquet
  • Attend Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner
  • Arrive early on wedding day and assist the Bride with dressing
  • Helps keep the Bride calm
  • Organize Bridesmaids and their gowns
  • Straighten the Bride's veil and train before and throughout the Ceremony
  • Hold the Groom's ring during Ceremony
  • Signs the marriage license as an official witness
  • Makes a toast at the Reception
  • Fixes the Bride's gown during the Ceremony
  • Holds the Bride's bouquet during the Ceremony
Bridesmaids:
  • Purchase gown and accessories
  • Assist Maid or Matron of Honor in planning and hosting Bridal Shower
  • Help with wedding-related projects, such as assembling wedding favors, running errands for the Bride, etc.
  • Attend Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner
Carrie Wildes Photography
Groomsmen and Ushers:
  • Purchase or rent wedding attire
  • Assist in planning Bachelor Party
  • Attend Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner
  • Seat guests and distribute wedding programs
  • Escort Bridesmaids
  • Decorate the Newlyweds' vehicle
Parents of the Groom:
  • Assist in compiling guest list
  • Father - Purchase or rent wedding attire, Mother - Purchase attire that is complementary to the wedding color scheme
  • Host the Rehearsal Dinner
  • Make a toast at the Rehearsal Dinner
  • Mother - Dances with the Groom
  • Attend Rehearsal
Parents of the Bride:
  • Assist the Bride with wedding gown and wedding party attire selections
  • Help prepare the guest list
  • Father - Purchase or rent wedding attire, Mother - Purchase attire that is complementary to the wedding color scheme
  • Assist in the details of the wedding
  • Host the Wedding
  • (Father or both parents) Escort the Bride down the aisle
  • Father - Dances with the Bride
  • Attend Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner
Jason Mize Photography
Flower Girl:
  • Parents purchase her dress and accessories
  • Attends Rehearsal and, depending on her age, Rehearsal Dinner
  • Drops petals down the aisle preceding the Bride
Ring Bearer:
  • Parents purchase or rent attire
  • Attends Rehearsal and, depending on his age, Rehearsal Dinner
  • Carries rings on a pillow (may or may not be real)

Thursday, June 7, 2012

UNIQUE Anniversaries!


A very special "Happy Anniversary" to our UNIQUE June couples!

Happy One Year Anniversary, Missy and Mike!



Happy Two Year Anniversary, Amanda and Anthony!




Happy Three Year Anniversary, Amanda and Chip!




And, blessings for many, many more!


Images courtesy of Vadim Photo, Tina Bass Photography, and Abe's Photography.

Friday, June 1, 2012

UNIQUE Honor: Preferred Pro

We are honored to be named one of Puff 'n Stuff Catering's Preferred Pro for Planning, courtesy of Wedding Wire!





Puff 'n Stuff Catering is an amazingly talented company! They take pride in, not only the taste of their food, but also creative presentation options! They have been in business for 30 years, and when it comes to their events, their award-winning team commits the utmost attention, creativity, and commitment to quality and service.


They truly are "Passionately Perfecting Life's Celebrations!"


Image courtesy of Puff 'n Stuff Catering.