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A DAILY JOURNAL PUBLICATION | 2020
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COUNTDOWN TO THE BIG DAY
CHECKLIST
To help you get a better understanding of how to plan a wedding and when
you should be making certain decisions, here’s a time frame you can follow
that should ensure that your wedding goes off as smoothly as possible.
10 to 12 Months Before 4 to 5 Months Before 1 to 2 Months Before
If you haven’t done it already, this is a This is a good time to decide on wedding Schedule the first bridal-gown fitting.
good time to announce your engagement invitations, of which there are many Also finalize the readings you’d prefer
and introduce your respective families. styles to choose from. Also, now is ideal during the ceremony and mail them out
Since most reception halls and churches to start hunting for a wedding cake by to anyone who has agreed to do a reading.
have busy wedding schedules, it is also sampling a number of different bakeries’ If your family prefers to host a small
important to book both as early as possi- cakes before ultimately making a decision. gathering for close family and friends
ble, preferably at least a year in advance of Just to be sure, confirm that all of the after the wedding rehearsal, the night
your wedding day. It’s also a good idea to bridesmaids have ordered their gowns and before the wedding, this is a good time to
start putting together a guest list around start looking for a tuxedo for the groom order any food or drinks you might want
this time and ask your parents whom as well as the groomsmen. If you haven’t to serve that night, or make a restaurant
they’d like to invite as well. Also, since done so already, purchase your wedding reservation.
your budget will determine just about ev- rings and let any other people you’d like
ery aspect of your wedding, sitting down to participate in your wedding (ushers,
and determining what you can spend and readers during the ceremony, etc.) know
developing a savings plan should be first
3 to 4 Weeks Before
of your intentions.
and foremost. Confirm your honeymoon arrangements
and see if your wedding rings are ready.
This is also when you should get your
2 to 3 Months Before marriage license and check the guest list
6 to 9 Months Before Finalize your guest list and mail out your to see who has and hasn’t RSVP’d. For
This is the time when you want to start invitations. If your guest list includes those who have yet to RSVP, you might
booking some services, such as a florist, a considerable amount of people who want to contact them so you can get a
caterer, a DJ/band and a photographer. are spread out geographically, mail the closer idea of what the head count will be.
However, some of the more experienced invitations as close to 12 weeks in advance You should also prepare and order your
DJs and bands, as well as photographers, as possible. This is also a good time to fi- wedding program around this time.
might have their schedules booked a year nalize your menu choices for your guests,
in advance, so this might be something and find all your wedding accessories
you’ll want to consider doing shortly after such as the ring pillow, candles, etc. Also,
you get engaged and choose a date. Also,
1 to 2 Weeks Before
since it is tradition to provide gifts for
this is a good time to inform any guests those in the wedding party as well as the Get a final attendance count and submit
who will be traveling significant distances parents of the bride and groom, this is it to the caterer as soon as you know of it,
of the date of your wedding. The earlier a good time to decide on and purchase while also providing a final seating chart.
your guests can book a flight, the less those gifts. Just to be safe, confirm that all Pick up the wedding gown and tuxedo.
expensive that flight will be. groomsmen have ordered their tuxedos Make sure the wedding party picks up
and finalize all transportation, both to and their attire. Also, finalize your vows and
This is also a good time to order gowns for from the wedding and to the airport for confirm all wedding-day details such as
both the bride and bridesmaids, as some your honeymoon. transportation, photo schedules and ad-
manufacturers require a few months to dresses. And don’t forget to pack for your
ship to bridal shops. You might want to honeymoon.
ask someone, such as your priest or rabbi,
to be the officiant of your wedding. And
much like out-of-town guests will save
travel dollars the earlier they learn of your
The Day Before
wedding date, you will likely save money, This is mainly when you rehearse for the
too, if you book your honeymoon around ceremony and make any final confirma-
this time. tions you might have to make. Also, make
sure to get some sleep so you’ll look good
in all of your wedding-day photos.
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CHECKLIST
wedding party roles
Bridesmaids Groomsmen
Along with walking in the Groomsmen are the male
A wedding can be a wonderful and wedding procession, brides- equivalent of the bridesmaids,
memorable experience for all of those maids attend the shower and typically having nearly iden-
contribute to the bridal gifts. tical responsibilities. Some-
involved. That’s why you ask friends Bridesmaids, who are typically times, groomsmen can act as
or relatives to share in the event sisters or friends of the bride ushers for guests arriving at the
or groom, also dance with the ceremony. Groomsmen walk in
and serve in your wedding party. groomsmen during the recep- the wedding processional and
tion. To be further involved, attend and help organize the
Your offer is a wonderful honor, one each can be given specific roles, bachelor party, as well.
that carries with it varying degrees like reading a religious passage
at the ceremony, providing
of responsibility depending on the assistance with choosing Ring Bearer
role each person will be playing. wedding vendors or helping to
Like the flower girl, the ring
address wedding invitations.
To help you decide whom to ask to bearer is a very young member
of the family, only the ring
be in your wedding party, here is Flower Girl bearer is a male. The ring
a list of titles and responsibilities If the bride has a sister who is bearer’s role is to carry a pillow
especially young, that sister with the rings sewn on it
for each participant’s role. typically fills the role of flower during the processional. Some
girl. Since most flower girls couples choose to have the ring
are very young, their respon- bearer and the flower girl walk
sibilities are generally limited next to one another during the
to carrying a basket of flowers processional.
during the processional and,
depending on the bride’s pref-
Maid of Honor Best Man erence, tossing flower petals on Parents of
The maid of honor is a role typ- Perhaps the most well-known the ground to mark the bride’s the Groom
ically filled by a sister or a very responsibilities of the best entrance. The groom’s parents should
close friend. It is the equivalent man are organizing the host a rehearsal dinner prior
of the groom’s best man. The bachelor party and giving the to the wedding. They may
maid of honor’s role, therefore, toast at the reception. But the Parents of also choose to contribute to
is typically very involved. best man, who is typically a the Bride the wedding if they desire. In
Among her many responsibili- brother or best friend of the The bride’s parents may be most cases, the groom’s parents
ties, the maid of honor accom- groom, also has a slew of other responsible for hosting the have limited responsibilities,
panies the bride on shopping responsibilities. In addition wedding, if they will be com- but can be involved as much
trips for her wedding dress to helping the groom choose pletely financially responsible as the wedding couple would
while also planning the bridal his tuxedo and get dressed for the event. In some cases, like. Traditionally, the groom’s
shower, bachelorette party and before the wedding, the best the father of the bride escorts mother confers with the bride’s
coordinating the bridal party man coordinates the couple’s his daughter down the aisle mother on what color gown she
gift for the bride. Also, the gift from the groomsmen and alone, but in other instances or is wearing, so as not to go with
maid of honor helps the bride takes care of the newlyweds’ in religious ceremonies, both the same shade. The groom’s
get dressed on her wedding transportation to the airport parents may accompany the parents may walk down the
day, holds the groom’s wedding after the reception or the next bride. In all cases, it’s her pref- aisle in advance of the rest of
ring during the wedding and morning. The best man may erence. The mother of the bride the wedding processional and
may also help in the writing also hold onto any payment may help fund or contribute take their seats.
of invitations. The maid of that’s due to the reception site to the planning of the bridal
honor will also typically act as or the donation for the house of shower if the maid of honor
a witness to the wedding and worship, and take care of any needs assistance. These parents
dance with the best man at the final financial details. He also may also foot the cost of an
reception. If the woman you’re holds the bride’s wedding ring engagement party or dinner to
asking is married, her title will during the ceremony. meet the groom’s family.
be matron of honor.
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R E H E A RS A L
After saying yes,
women begin search
for ideal gown
STORY BY JENN WILLHITE
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For brides-to-be the journey to
C
Current trends for dresses range from the clean,
simplistic lines of a traditional style to the free and
find the perfect wedding dress flowing whimsy of boho chic.
Traditional dresses generally follow a distinct
can often feel like an endurance shape, like a sweetheart ball gown or fit-and-flare
design, says Alyssa Klein, manager of Sophia’s
challenge. When it comes to Bridal and Tux in Columbus. Materials, such as
satin and chiffon, as well as sleeves and high neck-
picking the right gown, area lines help to define the traditional style and are all
trending right now, she says.
experts agree it is wise to go “The dresses offer very clean lines, and it is very
clear who the bride is,” she says. “It is those types of
with one that best expresses the styles that are timeless.”
Vanessa Wahl, manager of The Wedding Studio in
bride’s style and makes her feel Greenwood, says the traditional style is enjoying a
newfound popularity since Meghan Markle, Duch-
her most beautiful. ess of Sussex, wore a simple yet elegant gown when
she walked down the aisle in 2018 to marry Britain’s
Prince Harry. Wahl says the duchess’s personal style
speaks to how up-to-date she is when it comes to
fashion. And her sleek choice appeals to brides.
“I think once she had that gown on, that is when
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everyone said they wanted to go clean,” Wahl a rustic setting like a barn, the same dress
says. “I think people are trying to get away would work in a heavier material.
from what is trending and have something “A lot of designers are producing gowns
where they can look back and not think, that fit that niche,” Klein says. “I really love
‘Why did I wear that?’” seeing the creativity that goes into those
“I really love seeing On the opposite end of the spectrum is the bohemian style gowns that are so different
carefree flair of bohemian style. Wahl says but still clearly a wedding dress.”
the creativity that goes boho is still very much in style even though it Some dresses even incorporate Chantilly
debuted on the West Coast a few years ago. “I lace, Wahl says. Yes, that same antique lace
into those bohemian think what is a little hard about the Midwest that graces your grandmother’s dining room
is we are the last to get trends,” she says. table runner.
style gowns that are so
Boho offers an ethereal, softer edge with Brides who have their hearts set on matching
different but still clearly a many dresses accentuated by floral lace their dress to their wedding theme or venue
and fringe that are easily adaptable for any should not only consider the material the gown
wedding dress.” wedding. A style that is light and flowing is made of, but also the details of the dress,
would be appropriate for an outdoor summer such as beading, length and type of hemline.
Alyssa Klein wedding, and for an autumn wedding in “If you are getting married on the beach,
10I’m thinking light and flowy, like an A-line applique pop, like a 3-D effect.”
dress with spaghetti straps, some beading Whether buying off the rack or special or-
up top and a chiffon bottom,” Wahl says. dering, Klein cautions brides about waiting
“If you want to do something like Union too long to find a dress because it will inev-
Station or the Scottish Rite Cathedral, then itably need some type of alteration that can
that is where the clean dress comes in.” take upward of three months to complete.
When considering color, the days of stark Brides want to have something that is
white bridal gowns may be in the past. Most going to showcase them rather than just the
brides shy away from the traditional white dress, Wahl says. Once they find the right
once they see how bright it is, Wahl says. one, even though they may try on others,
Many opt for a shade that works best with they always come back to that one, she says.
their skin tone, Klein says. “I think the best advice I can give to brides
“Every time we get a new selection of is to be very open,” Klein says. “Nine times out
gowns, we are getting new colors,” Wahl of 10, brides will buy the dress they initially
says. “The dresses have a darker color un- said they didn’t want. You never know when
derneath and then lace applique so you still you are going to fall in love with your dress.
get a white feel to it, but we get to see the So always be prepared for that to happen.”
DAILY JOURNAL 11wedding
total wedding budget
CHECKLIST
budget $
Ceremony Flowers
Location fee___________________________________ Ceremony___________________________________
Officiant fee___________________________________ Bride’s bouquet___________________________________
Marriage license___________________________________ Bridesmaids’ bouquets________________________________
Rings_____________________________________________ Corsages & boutonnieres______________________________
Pillow_____________________________________________ Reception centerpieces________________________________
Total Ceremony___________________________________ Flower girl basket___________________________________
Bathroom arrangements_______________________________
Reception
Total flowers______________________________________
Reception site___________________________________
Food_____________________________________________ Photography
Drinks___________________________________ Photographer’s fees___________________________________
Rentals___________________________________ Videographer’s fees___________________________________
Cake_____________________________________________ Total photography_______________________________________
Favors ___________________________________
Transportation
Total Reception_______________________________________
Limousines___________________________________
Attire Buses/transport for guests_____________________________
Gown_____________________________________________ Total transportation ____________________________________
Headpiece/veil___________________________________
Stationery
Undergarments/hosiery_________________________
Shoes_____________________________________________ Invitations___________________________________
Accessories___________________________________ Calligraphy___________________________________
Jewelry_____________________________________________ Postage_____________________________________________
Makeup_____________________________________________ Thank-you cards___________________________________
Hair_____________________________________________ Total stationery_______________________________________
Tuxedo_____________________________________________
Gifts
Shoes_____________________________________________
Cuff links___________________________________ Wedding party___________________________________
Men’s grooming___________________________________ Parents_____________________________________________
Total attire_______________________________________________
Other_____________________________________________
Total gifts________________________________________
Music
Honeymoon
Ceremony musicians_______________________________
Band/DJ___________________________________ Accommodations___________________________________
Extra musicians___________________________________ Food__________________________________________
Total honeymoon_____________________________________
Total music_____________________________________
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DAILY JOURNAL 13featured
cou p le
14ENDURING
Newly married
Urbans spent many
years getting to
know each other
Story by Jenn Willhite
Photos by Emily Stewart, Dirt Darlin Photography
DAILY JOURNAL 15Amy and Ty Urban’s love story goes
back more than two decades to a
kindergarten classroom where the two
first met.
“I always kind of had a crush on her
through elementary school,” Ty admits.
“When we got to middle school she
started having a crush on me, and I
wouldn’t give her the time of day at that
point.”
And as with all young love that goes
through ups and downs, their paths
converged again in high school when
they began dating between their sopho-
more and junior years in August 2010.
In September 2016, they began
looking at engagement rings together
because Amy knew their styles would
be different, she says. “After looking at
rings, I said I wouldn’t be that person
who would bug him about when he
would propose,” Amy says. “So I had
no idea.”
Flash forward to 2017. Looking back,
Ty cites poor planning for his spur-of-
the-moment proposal. Not too long
after arriving at his family’s home for
Easter, Ty had his little brother ask for
Amy’s help in getting an Easter egg
open. When she opened it, she found
the ring, which has a diamond center
stone that was his grandmother’s.
“It was very sweet,” Amy says. “It is
just funny how it wasn’t planned at all,
and it worked out.”
It wasn’t long after their engagement
that the couple decided to book The
Garment Factory in downtown Frank-
lin for their wedding. “I wanted to get
the venue out of the way so we would
have our date,” Amy says. It was Aug. 3,
the ninth anniversary of their becom-
ing a couple.
“The Garment Factory is beautiful by
itself, so we knew we didn’t really need
a theme, a lot of decoration or anything
like that,” she says.
Given Ty’s admitted tendency for
procrastination, Amy took the helm
16when it came to the planning. And
it turned out to be a process that was
remarkably painless. “I thought it would
be a bridezilla type thing,” Ty says. “But it
wasn’t. If there was anything I did want,
she would always ask.”
Laid-back by nature, they were able to
agree on even minute details. Simple was
their theme and approach. They married
in a short ceremony on the lower level
of the factory, reciting vows, which they
wrote themselves, before Amy’s uncle,
Steven David, an Indiana Supreme Court
justice.
“It was the most meaningful ceremony,”
Amy says.
When planning their reception they say
they took into account others’ suggestions
for elements to include. One thing was
R elax and enjoy your stay!
Every couple wants their wedding day to be fun
and free of stress. You hope your big day will be
exactly the way you’ve planned. Maybe there’s
a family tradition passed down from generation
you want to keep, or cultures brought together
in a special way. You may want to break a few
rules or combine ideas to make it your own.
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DAILY JOURNAL 17certain: They didn’t want any breaks in the being overwhelmed. Amy says social media
wedding, so planning the ideal timeline was was a great tool during the planning process
essential. but suggests not using too many applications.
Amy, who works as an accounts receivable “I only used Pinterest, and that was just to
supervisor for Simon Property Group, says see others’ ideas,” she says. “I made a wedding
organization throughout the planning pro- board and had it for years before, but as we
cess was key, including spreadsheets to keep got closer, I made one called the ‘Real Deal’
track of her nearly one dozen bridesmaids, and only saved pictures of things I knew I
guest list and vendors. wanted to incorporate.”
Just as their ceremony was meaningful yet And if there is one piece of advice she has
simple, so was the decor for the reception, to offer other brides-to-be who seek online
held upstairs in the factory. Rustic chic with inspiration, it is to keep it simple. Don’t get
an accent of steel blue complemented the in- too bogged down and only include those
dustrial ambience of the factory with its steel ideas and expectations that are realistic, she
and wooden beams, open ductwork and brick says.
walls. Baby’s breath and greenery graced the To the guys, Ty says, play an active role in
tables with mason jars and painted wooden the planning stages, don’t procrastinate and
“The Garment Factory signs. certainly don’t get too anxious. Looking back
Guests commented on one element that on his wedding day, Ty, who works as a storm
is beautiful by itself, isn’t seen often. On display were the wedding water coordinator for the city of Franklin,
dresses their mothers wore, accompanied by chuckles a little when he thinks about how
so we knew we didn’t framed wedding pictures and a sign that read, his nerves almost got the better of him.
really need a theme, “All because two people fell in love.” “Declaring your love for someone else in
The Urbans knew they didn’t want to spend front of 300 people, even though we know
a lot of decoration or their reception visiting each table to greet and love them all, is pretty nerve-wracking,”
everyone. Instead, after the ceremony the he says. “After the fact, it was like, ‘What
anything like that.” newlyweds came back in and dismissed the were you so nervous about?’ It is so much
rows of guests one by one, Ty says. fun when you are up there; don’t sweat it
Amy Urban
The newlyweds caution other couples about beforehand.”
18DAILY JOURNAL 19
TT ING TH
S E E
By Katherine Roth | The Associated Press
Invitations today reflect varying styles of celebrations
DESTINATIONS
Whether formal or casual, wedding
“One of the biggest trends we’ve been seeing are printed
invitations these days are meant to set envelope liners, particularly for destination weddings. So if
the tone for the celebration, reflecting you’re getting married on a beach, there are liners printed
the themes of the weddings them- with seashells, or maybe light blue with waves,” says
selves. Rachel Sylvester, senior lifestyle editor for Real Simple
Heavier, more expensive papers re- magazine.
flect fancy black-tie weddings. Simple Kyle Williams, lead merchant for wedding stationery at the
textured invitations with interesting Chicago-based, design-oriented Paper Source, which has
fonts reflect celebrations in a more 130 stores across the country, says, “Destination weddings
contemporary style. And florals reveal are a huge trend now, and we’re responding with invita-
more classically romantic events, tions that speak to various destinations, like beach scenes,
experts say. or mountain vistas, or grapes and flowers for Napa Valley
weddings.”
20COLORS WEBSITES ECO-FRIENDLY
No matter what kind of celebration Websites are a must now, experts “All of our paper is mostly recycled,
it is, couples are becoming more agree, and can be mentioned on what- and that’s something people really
creative with color, experts say. ever type of invitation you choose. expect now,” says Williams.
“You often see a color-on-color “Your website is a catch-all place “Plantable wedding invitations embed-
approach to invitations, with a lot for wedding information that is very ded with seeds are a great sustainable
of couples pairing blush pink with detailed, and an important way of get- option, as is vegetable-based ink. And
orchid, for example. In addition to ting news about any last-minute event for those who want to go beyond pa-
invitations, there’s an attraction to changes to your guests,” Sylvester per, there are even rustic-looking invi-
a range of colors reflected in things says. tations made of thin, laser-cut wood,”
like bridesmaids dresses, which are says Sylvester, of Real Simple.
“It’s poor form to include anything
increasingly in any array of related about your registration in your invita- “E-cards are certainly less expensive
colors instead of all the same color,” tion,” she adds. “A wedding website is and more environmentally friendly,
she says. a more appropriate place to include a but paper is by far more popular,”
FLORALS and GREENERY link to a registry, if you go that route.” she says. “At the end of the day, aside
“Florals and greenery are really from the photos, you have your dress
It’s also a good place for links to maps
working right now. It’s really more and your invitation suite (invitations,
and hotels, and a place to post photos
about the execution. The trend R.S.V.P. cards and thank you notes)
after the event.
started a few years ago with leaf that encapsulate who you are and
motifs, and now we see it in lilacs, what the wedding was like, and will
lavender and eucalyptus leaves,” remain a memento for years to come.”
Williams says.
LUXE MATERIALS
“When couples come in to look at
invitations, paper quality is the first
thing they look at,” Williams says,
adding that thicker papers and
fancy envelopes and liners are hot
items.
“If it’s a black-tie wedding, for exam-
ple, it’s top-quality thick paper and
envelopes with a bit of shimmer,”
he adds.
CRAFTY
You can design and print your
own invitations, use a professional
designer or stationer, or go with
an in-between option, using online
retailers like Shutterfly or Minted.
If you decide to make your own,
Sylvester recommends aiming for
interesting calligraphy, or hiring a
calligrapher to handwrite names and
addresses beautifully for you.
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PUT A
ON IT
Jewelers offer couples
a variety of styles and
colors to signify their love
story By Jon Shoulders
We’ve all heard the phrase “a
diamond is forever,” but when it
comes to the various styles, shapes,
colors and textures of engagement
rings and wedding bands, options
are ever-changing and constantly
growing. Whether you’re just
starting your quest for that perfect
ring or perhaps thinking about
an upgrade or replacement, keep
reading for some trends and tips to
inform your search.
DAILY JOURNAL 23Photos by Brittany McGee/McGee & Co. Fine Jewelers
Sleek chic ment rings are popular, anywhere from
Doug Corbin, sales manager at Green- three-quarters to one carat at least,”
wood-based McGee & Co. Fine Jewelers, she says. “People aren’t going for the
says decorative, multifaceted engage- small ones anymore. I’m selling more
ment rings have been all the rage in re- carat-plus than I do anything else in
cent years, but he has seen an increasing engagement rings.”
number of orders coming in recently for Like Corbin, Burton is seeing a de-
more simple, streamlined styles, particu- creasing demand for busy, ornate styles
“In the coming year we’re larly among young professionals. when it comes to engagement rings.
“In the last 10 to 15 years, the vintage “I’m selling a lot of what we call the
going to see ... a quieter, halo style has been the dominant trend,” Tiffany-style setting, where it’s very sim-
Corbin says. “However, in the coming ple with no stones around it,” she says. “I
more conservative setting. year we’re going to see ... a quieter, more think there’s a lot of attraction right now
conservative setting. They will accent to simplicity and elegance, and we’ll see
They will accent the the engagement ring with stackable-style more of that this year and probably next
bands in multicolors that don’t neces- year.”
engagement ring with sarily match. Instead of the real glitzy, Living color
articulate stone, which is usually what Colored diamonds and gemstones
stackable-style bands in halo is supposed to be, I’m starting to sell can provide a means for serious stylistic
multicolors that don’t a much cleaner engagement ring.” expression or simple, subtle accents, and
Tina Burton, co-owner of Columbus Steve Carothers, owner of Max’s Jewelry
necessarily match.” Gold & Diamond, adds that sizable in Columbus, says the industry is start-
stones are gaining in popularity moving ing to see more demand for color as 2020
Doug Corbin into 2020. “Right now solitaire engage- kicks off. After all, if a classic diamond
24just doesn’t feel right, why not have
some fun and go with something that
reflects your individuality?
“What’s nice about doing accent
stones in color is that you can enhance
a center stone that’s more traditional,
or use those as part of a ring that’s very
different and more non-traditional,”
Carothers says. “We’re also seeing
customers choose what we call choc-
olate diamonds and some yellow and
champagne colors, too.”
Don’t forget that there are no rules
for what you end up with. Explore
colorful accent stones or side stones,
and even less conventional metals like
blackened platinum.
Getting the band together
Corbin says unadorned, minimal-
istic bands have been popular among You may have noticed friends or col-
men for nearly two decades now, leagues wearing colored silicone bands,
although an increasing number of style and Corbin says you’ll probably see more
options in tungsten and titanium have of these in the coming years, as men and
led to rising interest in more creative women opt to use them during work, ex-
designs and patterns. ercise and other active pursuits in order
“The tungsten bands for men have to protect their actual engagement and
been selling recently, and I think wedding rings from damage or theft.
higher gold prices have something to “People are choosing those to put on
do with that,” Corbin says. “There are during their active life or occupations,”
probably more creative style options he says. “The manufacturers of these
with the tungsten than the gold bands. silicone bands are making creative,
Black tungsten bands are doing ex- nice-looking bands now instead of the
tremely well, too.” plain black.”
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26Engage your search skills ness can help direct the rest of your search, bouncing off white walls and a white
Don’t have time to visit a bunch of making it easier to decide on additional ceiling. Since diamonds, of course, act
brick-and-mortar stores to begin your components like accent stones and shank like a cluster of little mirrors reflecting
search? Start by getting out your computer shape. what’s around them, you might as well
or mobile device and simply scouring the “If you know right off the bat that you try to get a sense of what your poten-
e-landscape for ideas. want, say, a princess square stone, that tial ring will look like in a few different
“Pinterest and Etsy, and other sites might dictate the rest of the ring’s look for contexts.
along those lines, are what a lot of people you and make the other decisions easy,” Burton reiterates that while the setting
are turning to, to find precisely what they Carothers says. “Of course you don’t have of an engagement ring is important in
want,” Corbin says. “It helps because to choose the center stone as your first overall appearance, it’s not a bad idea
[they] will show their significant other consideration, and other parts of the rings to put most of your search energy and
just what they want, and there’s no stress you browse might speak to you.” resources toward the center stone.
and anxiety when it comes time for the Also make sure to check out each ring “You can always reset it later,” she says.
person to come into their local store to you’re considering under a few different “If you don’t know exactly what you’re
buy.” lighting conditions — preferably dim looking for, you can always pick a setting
Carothers says focusing on your ideal lighting, natural daylight and a diffuse and change it down the line if a different
center stone shape as the first order of busi- lighting environment such as bright light style catches your eye later.”
DAILY JOURNAL 27MY BEST
WEDDING
By Linda Lombardi | The Associated Press
Wedding-day pet When Kelly Curry was planning her
wedding, she knew her dogs Char-
“We had them there for every-
thing except for the reception — for
lie, Zoey and Izzy were going to be the pictures, and they walked down
services can take in it, and that her friends would
expect no less.
with bridesmaids and groomsmen,”
Curry says.
“They’d be surprised if they One potential complication was
the stress out of weren’t there,” says Curry.
The question was how to make it
the elderly Charlie, who’d always
been a bit of a handful and had
work. She happened to see a social- recently gone blind. “I explained to
having a dog in media post about a pet wedding her that he had issues,” Curry says,
service, Pawfect for You (“Wedding “and she gladly accepted to take
Day Pet Care and Chauffeur”), him, and she did a great job with
the wedding which offered to do it all: pick the him.”
dogs up, wrangle them during the It’s hard for brides and grooms to
event, and bring them home again find a friend who can handle their
safely, letting the bridal couple enjoy pup all day on the wedding day, says
their perfect day with no worries. Silva.
“I thought it was a joke,” said “How do you coordinate this
Curry, who was married in October when everyone you know is at your
2017 in Haddam, Connecticut. It wedding and anyone close to you
wasn’t, and she got in touch with is in your wedding party? How
Pawfect for You’s owner, Veronica can they go home, pick up the dog,
Silva. bring the dog over for pictures,
28coordinate how the dog walks down
the aisle?” says Silva. “And then
you’re stuck with, everyone’s sitting
down for dinner, how can I get the
dog back home without imposing on
someone?”
Having a dog in a wedding is about
more than the dog. For one thing, it’s
about timing.
“Dogwalkers commit to a window,
not a specific time, which is normally
fine, but weddings are different,” says
Silva. “Some of the timelines I’ve seen
from professional wedding planners
are down to the minute, and we have
to be cognizant of that.”
Lara Leinen, whose company,
Doggy Social MN, services the Twin
“One couple, their dog had a says. After all, “they’re busy getting
Cities area and Wisconsin, had a
severe case of anxiety,” she says. “So married.”
previous career as a wedding planner,
we decided we’d only be there for And while many couples, like
so she knows what goes into it.
the first look and the pictures for 20 Curry, have their dogs walk down
“I’m working on the back end with
minutes — just the couple and their the aisle, there are also many who
all the vendors to make sure the cou-
dogs, no bridal party or anyone just have them there briefly for
ple’s day is perfect,” for them and the
else.” photos, and then the handler takes
dog, she says. “I want it to be stress-
Such sensible choices mean the them home. That may be a more
free for everyone involved. I reach
“pet” in a wedding is almost always limited sort of involvement, but it
out and let them know who I am and
a dog. Silva has had some inqui- might be the most important.
what I’m doing and that if timelines
ries about cats but no one’s gone “For most couples, one of those
get off, let me know and we’ll roll
through with it. Leinen has her first images with their dog in it — that
with the punches.”
feline wedding client scheduled for is going to be their favorite photo,”
She makes sure the pet is getting
May, with a cat who’s comfortable says Leinen. “Maybe not their fa-
potty breaks, water, etc. “I’m con-
riding in a backpack carrier. vorite moment — maybe later when
stantly paying attention to the energy
“And if at any point in time we they’re dancing alone with their
of the animals and making sure that
feel it’s too much for the animal, we significant other on their wedding
they’re happy,” Leinen says.
have the OK from the couple to back night will be the most significant
The handler also helps ensure that
out — we’re going to change course moment to them. But picture-wise,
pets play their roles comfortably and
and do something different,” she it’s the dog picture.”
efficiently.
“We walk around with chicken,
cheese, turkey, proscuitto in our
pockets,” says Silva. That helps with
the photos in particular, especially
with those tight timelines: “We
need to make sure we’re not taking a DINNER &
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traditionally
Report offers
14-country
snapshot
of wedding
traditions
By Leanne Italie
The Associated Press
DAILY JOURNAL 31NEW YORK — In much of Europe newlyweds in 14 countries: Argentina, eymoon, for instance, though in parts
and North America, September and Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, of South America, couples tend to stay
October are peak months to get mar- France, India, Italy, Mexico, Peru, closer to home, Goodson said.
ried. In Chile and elsewhere in South Portugal, Spain, the United Kingdom Wedding traditions vary widely
America, wedding guests are familiar and the United States. by region in some parts of the world,
with la hora loca, a wild late-night “One of the similarities that we including India, where a range of
wedding party with masks, noisemak- saw across many countries was the cultures have their own flavors, and
ers and costumes. strong desire to put a personal stamp auspicious and good luck dates are
More than two-thirds of U.S. cou- on a wedding,” said Lauren Good- chosen for ceremonies. For Hindu
ples still seek a parent blessing before son, senior director of insights for weddings, for example, such dates are
tying the knot, compared to less than parent company The Knot World- distributed in an annual calendar.
10% in Italy and Spain, while Colom- wide. “We see that springing up from But other aspects of weddings offer
bian weddings have the lowest guest engagement all the way through to more commonality, such as fall being
count at an average of 91, as opposed the ceremony, the reception and the a popular time to get married in the
to 524 in India. honeymoon.” U.S., Spain, Portugal and elsewhere
Those are just a few of the insights While personalization is a strong in Europe and North America due to
in a report released in May by the trend, some longstanding traditions mild weather. In Europe, extended
bridal site TheKnot.com and sister are common across the countries, she summer vacations are common, mak-
sites WeddingWire.com and the Span- told The Associated Press ahead of ing wedding planning difficult. De-
ish-language Bodas.net. The report the report’s release. An average of 78 cember is the top month for engage-
is based on a survey of about 20,000 percent of those surveyed took a hon- ments in all countries except India.
32Timelines for planning weddings couples, or 67%, ask for a parent blessing, family members also include Italy, where
varied among respondents. Colom- compared to 14% in France, 8% Italy and they cover two-thirds of expenses, the
bian couples had the shortest wedding 9% Spain. report said.
planning period at seven months, “Seeking parents’ permission ahead The number of invited guests varies,
followed by India and Chile at eight of time is one of the areas where we saw with smaller receptions, including those
months. Goodson said countries some of the biggest differences,” Goodson driven by economic constraints. Some are
where couples are less likely to live said. influenced by other factors.
together before marriage tend to have In terms of wedding price tags, in “It’s actually a pretty big honor to be
shorter planning timelines. Respon- Mexico it’s traditional to name a “pa- invited to a Colombian wedding,” Good-
dents in the U.K. had the longest at 15 drinos” who serves as a type of sponsor son said. “It really says something to your
months. for the engaged couple — often relatives, connection to that couple.”
As for bride attire, those in the godparents or others with a special rela- While receptions are as personalized
Americas and Europe continue to tionship to the couple, according to the as ever, great music keeps the party going
embrace white dresses, with many report. It’s considered an honor to serve until the wee hours in such countries as
personalizing their looks through in the role but there are big responsi- Chile and Peru, where a Latin American
non-traditional silhouettes and acces- bilities, such as contributing to the cost tradition of la hora loca, or “crazy hour,”
sories. In the U.K., Meghan Markle of the wedding or participating in the is popular.
wasn’t the only one to rock a tiara at ceremony. At one recent wedding in Santiago,
her wedding: 22% of British brides In South America overall, Goodson Chile, a couple reported hiring gigantic
wore one, Goodson said. said, couples tend to cover a hefty portion LED robots to blast confetti in the air
The traditional parent blessing of expenses. In Spain, parent contribu- while guests danced under neon lights,
before engagement isn’t necessarily tions are much more substantial. In Peru, according to the report. Some of those
widespread outside of the U.S., she Chile and Colombia, couples pay about surveyed said they take on la hora loca
said. It’s less common in Europe, 55% of wedding costs, and a significant themes, like the pair who decided on cos-
where couples will make the decision percentage take out loans or amass credit tumed characters from Super Mario Bros.
to marry, then share the news with card debt to make it happen. to entertain guests and hand out hats,
parents. Countries where couples see more beads and other wacky party favors.
More than two-thirds of U.S. financial support from parents or other Now that’s a wedding.
DAILY JOURNAL 33wedding guest
Consider going If your life is anything like mine, you’ve been invited to
at least six weddings all happening within a four-month
span, and you’re still trying to plan your own.
alone and know And with each couple and their nuptials being unique,
questions of what to wear or what to buy or whom to bring
as a plus-one can run the gamut.
how much to give Esther Lee, senior editor at The Knot, says some of the
most common questions she receives from wedding-goers
are around gifting and dress code.
By Christen A. Johnson | Chicago Tribune (TNS)
Lee shares her expertise on some of the most boggling
wedding questions, and offers some savvy ways to stay
cool during that midafternoon outdoor ceremony, as well
as other quick tips on how to survive this wedding season.
34really mean? Do you really have to abide
by the given dress code?
A: Guest should always abide by the
dress code because it really does lend to
the space or the aesthetics of the wed-
ding. Formal suggests less fancy than
black tie, which is an after-5 p.m. cere-
mony, usually held in a nice event space
with dresses longer in length. Formal is
more scaled back: You can wear a glitzy
dress, but it doesn’t have to be a gown.
For women, statement heels and a fancy
clutch are really good for a formal occa-
sion. Men should consider accessories
like cuff links or a nice shoeshine. Semi-
formal means a tuxedo isn’t required.
In general, it’s better to be overdressed
than to show up underdressed because
you can always remove something. Show
up looking really good in support of a
couple.
Q: Any dress code tips for those attend-
ing an outdoor summer wedding?
A: Wear breathable, light fabrics like silk
or cotton. For men, consider linen suits.
It’s actually acceptable for men to forgo
socks and wear boat shoes or loafers.
There are portable fans that attach to
your phone and operate on batteries. It’s
a nice touch if the couple provides it for
The conversation has been edited for of thought (into it). Get a more thought- the guests.
space and clarity. ful gift, even though it’s not as expensive.
Do gifting early, and pick the lesser and Stay hydrated. Guests should drink
Q: What’s the appropriate amount to plenty of water the day before, and cou-
smaller items. If you know other people
spend on a gift for a couple? Does it ples should provide a hydration station.
going to the wedding, go in as a group
vary depending on if you’re a single/
on a big gift, and you could save money Q: Are there any benefits of coming to a
dating couple/married?
that way. wedding without a plus-one, especially
A: Lately, we’re seeing a range on
how much guests are spending, but Q: What are some things people should if you’re single?
it’s contingent on each guest and the keep in mind to be a good guest during A: A lot of singles who meet at weddings
relationship with the couple. If you’re the ceremony and reception? end up marrying each other. About 16%
going to a co-worker’s wedding, your A: Follow the rules. The couple makes a of singles connect on the dance floor
spend might be less than if it is a family website for a reason. Abide by the dress somehow before they start dating, ac-
member or best friend. We see couples code. Be on time. Just be a good guest. cording to our data, so you might meet
spend between $100 to $400. Overall, it Those are basics. Couples put a lot of your future significant other.
does depend on the number of wedding time into planning their wedding day. We Q: Anything else you think people
events you’re attending. So if you attend highly encourage guests to be present should know?
the bridal shower and bachelorette, then and be there for all of the wedding and A: Overall, the biggest thing, as a guest,
your overall wedding gift spend would reception. There is a lot of work that is buy off the registry. Follow the rules. If
be less. went in to celebrate the couple’s love for the couple is asking you to be there, be
the day. It’s their journey, and they chose present, be supportive. The last thing a
Q: What are ways to save on a gift —
you to be there. Be present. couple needs is a snarky wedding guest.
without completely forgoing getting a
gift — if you’re on a budget? Q: Let’s talk about those dress code They need the love and support of gra-
A: So much of that is about putting a lot rules. What does “formal/semiformal” cious friends and family members.
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