This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal. Read Part 1 and Part 2 first Balanced vs. “Bloated or Barren” Never leave guests for more than two-three hours without food at a maximum (This is also the key to avoid dreaded drunken behavior on behalf of anybody). Equally to this point, you don’t want to overdo […]
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal. Read Part 1 first Selective Servings In the most traditional version, a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres is preceded by a seated dinner of three courses: The first course is typically an artfully arranged plate of appetizer-friendly foods. The main entree usually includes a meat or fish, […]
By Jaclyn Ianetti How do you choose the right meal menu for your guests to enjoy at your wedding? Some of your guests may not be picky at all, while others may be vegetarians; your cousin is a vegan, your friend a diabetic, and so on. It would be completely overwhelming trying to please everybody […]
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal store, Bergen County, NJ What’s new for the upcoming season? Silhouettes: Regarding the Silhouettes, trends in the bridal industry have taken a more elegant and minimalistic turn. On the runway, minimal wedding gowns with elegant lines that accentuate the figure are becoming quite popular in the Spring […]
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal store, Bergen County, NJ Read Part 1 first Color: A popular and unusual trend for spring/ summer 2014 is the use of pale colored fabrics. The use of the different colors is sure an alternative to the traditional white or ivory gown. Pale yellows, light peach, and […]
By Jaclyn Ianetti Bridal Gown…Check! ✓ Doesn’t that look…and sound…a whole lot like how a “chore” would? Instead of treating your dress as a chore to be checked off your “To-Do List,” embrace it as an experience to be enjoyed. After all, your dress is the one thing that shouldn’t feel like a job hunt […]
Read Part 1 first STYLE YOUR SELF : Signature Style Let’s face it, there are an overwhelming variety of styles to choose from, and when is the last time you ever worn anything even similar to a bridal gown in your life? It’s not like you dress up like Cinderella in a white ball gown […]
Read Part 1 and Part 2 first Make an appointment at a store that catches your eye and heart when you’re ready to try gowns on. While there’s nothing wrong with popping into a bridal shop, you will have a better opportunity (and experience!) for trying anything on when people are available to assist you […]
Read Part 1 and Part 2 first * Wedding Day Wardrobe: Dress as the style of the invitation suggests. Casual or formal? Well, if it’s an invite with flip-flops and seashells, it’s most likely a casual affair and it’s most likely not expected of you to wear a long silk dress. On the flipside, if […]
This article brought to you by Aleana’s Bridal Shop, Bergen County NJ Read Part 1 first * If you choose to bring a guest along, make sure it is an appropriate choice. Leave the wallflower and sulky date at home who will hinder your spirit as you shine on the dance floor…or the guy with […]
