Trunk Shows at Betsy's

Betsy Robinson's Bridal Collection is a wonderful bridal gown salon in Baltimore and brides love the special attention they receive there. Tis the season for trunk shows and here is their fabulous line-up:

December 2^nd-4^th Amsale Bridal

December 9^th-11^th La Richi Couture
January 6^th-8^th Amsale Bridal
January 13^th-16^th Watters & Watters & Thomas Knoell
January 20^th-22^nd Augusta Jones
January 27^th-29^th Reem Acra
February 3^rd-5^th James Clifford
February 10^th-12^th Blue by Enzoani
February 17^th-19^th Matthew Christopher
February 24^th-26^th Victoria Nicole

Be sure to call soon for an appointment.

Happy Anniversary

Happy Anniversary to our Blog!  We're one year old today!  In celebration here's one of our earlier posts that we happen to love.

Top Ten Things to Remember for your Wedding Day.

image from Amy Deputy

Things tend to get a little bit hectic around your wedding day. Here is my Top Ten List of Reminders. Print them out or jot them down - you are going to need them.

1. Don't forget about the marriage license. You have to actually give it to your officiant. It doesn't count if you leave it at home.

2. Remember a hankie. It does not matter if you rarely cry. It is just like the umbrella theory - if you have a hankie you will not cry. And if you do, well, then you have a hankie.

3. Scuff your shoes, please. Do a shimmy in your front yard in your wedding shoes. Actually, wear them around the house for a few hours too. Break those puppies in.

4. Leave your cell phone at the hotel. You do not need your phone. You will not be taking calls. I am certain someone will have a phone if you need one.

5. Eat. Please. Before the ceremony AND during the reception. There is plenty of time to visit the tables.

6. Pre-pack. Start the packing process a few weeks ahead. Pack everything separately for different events, especially if you will be moving around. Pack for the honeymoon at least two weeks before the wedding. It will save you a trip to Rite-Aid on the way home from the Rehearsal Dinner for sunscreen.

7. Your camera. Remember to bring it or have someone else bring it for you.

8. Hold hands with your Groom. Look him in the eye when you say your vows. Try your very best to feel comfortable in front of all of your guests during the ceremony.

9. Take a minute if you need it. Have your wedding planner schedule in some time for you to be alone with your brand new husband after the ceremony. It will give you two a chance to chat and breathe.

10. Have fun. This is an amazing time. Enjoy yourself. Try not to let the little things annoy you. Remove yourself from people that are causing problems.

Keys to Cocktail Hour

There are a few keys to a good cocktail hour.

Key Number 1:

Keep it to an hour.  Of course you want to get all of your favorite photos, but if the list is too long and is going to hold up the flow of the wedding then consider having photos done before the wedding ceremony.

Key Number 2:

Passed drinks.  No one likes to wait in line at the bar, but bartenders can only move so fast.  Pass trays of water, white wine, and a speciality drink and the lines will be dramatically reduced.

Key Number 3:

Passed hors d'oeuvres.  A variety of tiny treats will keep hunger at bay.  Add a sushi station and guests won't want to go into dinner.

Key Number 4:

Music.  Keep it light and keep is simple, but guests will appreciate the gentle music.

Key Number 5:

Avoid the gap.  Here in Baltimore, we prefer to have the cocktail hour begin directly after the ceremony.  It differs in different areas of the country, but we like the events and the guests to be on a flow throughout the day.