Couples often ask me ”when should we have the first dance” within the timeline of events during their wedding reception.  My response is there really is no correct answer.  There are some typical times in which couple’s do their first dance, including (1) immediately upon their arrival and announcement as a couple at the reception (2) immediately after the toasts or (3) immediately after dinner.  Which of these you choose – or if you choose another time altogether to insert your first dance, is really up to you and your fiance.  Unlike many choices you will make as a future bride, for this one, you really can’t go wrong!

Martha Stewart Weddings

Who doesn’t love Martha’s “Good Things”?  Check out these good things for Spring Weddings!

Self Magazine has a great article on foods that make you feel good.

An optimist is the human personification of Spring. – Susan J. Bissonette

What have you found Readworthy this week?

Kristy

I saw these on the cover of Martha Steward Living and immediately thought of about 20 wedding applications, the most straightforward of which is place cards.  The large stenciled letters with names filled in with black sharpie are the perfect place card for a spring wedding. Click here for more information on how to make these egg place cards.

Martha Stewart

 I would set them in white egg cups like these to keep your place cards in one place and add another element of interest. 

Martha Stewart

You could also put them in a small “nest” on the plate at each setting.  I found these at Beau Coup for a great price!

Beau Coup

There are a lot of ways to incorporate the decorations of the season into your spring wedding without being cheesy or passe.  Get creative.  It makes your guests smile.

Kristy

I am confident every wedding planner has gotten this question:  ”Should I include my registry information on my invitations?” 

The answer is no.  Doing so is almost universally regarded as ”tacky” and inappropriate and no bride wants “tacky” or “inappropriate” to describe any aspect of their wedding.  

So how do your guests figure out where you are registered?  The most common avenues for passing along registry information are (1) shower invitations and (2) wedding websites. 
Showers are most often organized by the bridesmaids, so inclusion of the registry information is appropriate because it isn’t coming from the bride herself. When you register, the store will typically provide you with fancy little cards stating you are registered at X Store. Including these cards in shower invitations is the ideal way to use them.  A wedding website it also more informative and all-encompassing than your invitation, so inclusion of your registry information on your wedding website is generally considered acceptable.

Above all, the best way to get the information of your registry out is by word of mouth. Let your closest relatives know and allow them to pass on the information.

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