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Wedding Cake Inspiration: Macri's Bakery
WeddingDay | February 15, 2011Your wedding cake is one of many important details of your day. But where should you begin in the design process? How can sugar, flour and eggs become a representation of you and the journey you’re about to begin as husband and wife? We asked Carmela Macri and Shelly Brasseur from Macri’s Bakery in South Bend where couples can find inspiration for their wedding cake. Read on for some great ideas!
Videography vs. Cinematography
Samuel Gensic | February 14, 2011Learning about cinematography may persuade you to think differently about your wedding budget.
Meet Your Photographer Before You Book Them
Heather Sanderson | February 7, 2011One of the things that comes to mind for me as a photographer (even as an everyday person) is first impressions. In that first meeting, you can see how that other person reacts to you, read their body language, see their facial expressions and even how they interact with other people around them.
Wear It Again!
Mandy Nowels | February 1, 2011As a bridal shop owner I hear this phrase all the time from my brides: “I want them to be able to wear it again.” They are usually referring to the bridesmaid dress when they say this. While that is a very nice thought, I think it can sometimes be harder than they expect. It is a hard task to find a formal look that satisfies the bride while also choosing a dress that the bridesmaid can realistically wear again.
Why a Wedding Videographer is Important
Ashley Stills | January 24, 2011Photography is an art form and it captures one aspect of your wedding day beautifully. A video, on the other hand, is different because it includes movement and sound – your walk down the aisle, what it sounded like when you were pronounced husband and wife for the first time, that groovy dance only your Dad knows how to do and the crazy stories the best man chose to share.
Shopping For The Right Photographer
Laura Geiger | January 17, 2011There is something very exciting and comforting about that instant and natural rapport between client and photographer. It’s the same good feeling you get when you connect with anyone for the first time. This should hold true for all the key players in your wedding day. DJs, planners, caterers, florists, etc… When I meet with potential clients I am interested in their story, individually and as a couple. I want to know how they met and what their connections and common interests are.
Make it Personal: How Your Wedding Cake is a Reflection of You
Alexis Sideris Davis | January 10, 2011It's 2011 and this is not your mom's wedding cake! Gone are the days when brides had to choose from a limited number of variations on the white wedding cake. Cakewalk makes every custom cake a truly personal reflection of the client, whether it's a pristine and sparkly snowscape in keeping with your all-white winter wedding, an autumn confection with marzipan apples so realistic you want to take a juicy bite or a grapevine-adorned creation to echo your Michigan summer vineyard ceremony.
Entertaining Your Guests Beyond the Dance Floor
Nicole Beltz | January 4, 2011You want your special day to stand out from all the other weddings your family and friends attend. That’s not to say you won’t include traditional activities at your reception – music and dancing, cutting the cake and throwing your bouquet – but you want to create a signature day that everyone will remember. So how can you entertain your guests beyond the dance floor?
Healthy Hair Tips and Spring Trends
WeddingDay | January 3, 2011All brides & grooms want to shine on their wedding day especially for photos that will be viewed for generations. Our 5 Elements Wedding Team was designed to help create beautiful memories for the happy couple and the wedding party, too. We assure a fun and exciting yet calming beginning to your big day!
What To Consider When Choosing a Reception Venue
Sharon Iovino | December 26, 2010What should you look for in your reception site, aside from that sense of rightness you know you'll have the moment you see the perfect spot? The site you select for your special occasion establishes the feel, creates the mood and begins your story. That space is one of your most important decisions and the following considerations are vital in determining the perfect location for your celebration.