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Show Thursday, January 11,2007 Special Advertising Supplement 2007 Q: What is the maid/matron of honor responsible for T'RO'M when it comes to the bride? A: Her main duties are to black techno stretch around be the bridesmaid wrangler the waist, while tiny banand personal secretary to deaus of lace, satin and faille the bride. She does a lot of gently bind the bosom like the jobs that, if the bride a Japanese obi for a contrast had a wedding planner, the of color or texture. wedding planner would do. Indeed, color also plays a The maid/matron of honor glamorous role in bridal deorganizes fittings, keeps signs this year with touches the bridesmaids in line and of silver and gold embroiorganizes the flower girls. dery providing winter brides She has to sign the marriage with dramatic accents in . license. Her job is to keep sheer overlays, satin sashes, the bride calm, try to make train appliques and silk her happy, try to keep things flowers. Ribbons, ruffles and organized. But if there's a bows also get the colorful wedding coordinator, the touch in deep, rich wines, maid of honor is lucky and chocolates and lavenders. she'll have a lot less to do. Forward to spring and color CNS Photo by Nadui Bormvuki llcou. Q: What is the best man relightens up in accents of Your alltndonti job* are lo btlpyou prepare Tor your wedding day. Before her wrfdlnR, bride Amy Daurlo's bridemu lib hrlprd her put on her j cut-in. Prior to the dress, making appointment* big day, Ihev helped Am) with many of the wedding planning detail* such a* chopping foir W d ki hbcr manicure i i t t and d running i errands. d sponsible for when it comes coral, periwinkle, pale blue, (Perfect wed&na to the groom? mint and lilac. Being asked to be a part of By Nicole Reino A: The best man has to carry *> Copley Ncwv Service a wedding party is a great Copley News Service party is fwfypu, Visit Copley News Service ui the rings. He also has to sign honor but also can lead to * w w. c opl ey nc wax om. wett-manneraC the license. He is also supuncertainty in the minds of posed to organize the fittings those involved. and the payments for the Today, many brides and groomsmen. But, again, if grooms are keeping certain there's a planner, he doesn't traditions Intact, throwhave to do those things. But ing others to the wind and he still needs to be there for creating their own definimoral support. tions of wedding etiquette. Q: Who should plan and Since some of the rules are pay for the bachelorette and not set in stone, members bachelor parties? of the wedding party may A: Traditionally, the maid not know exactly what is of honor and best man are expected of them. in charge of planning it. I Sarah Thaller, a wedadvise my couples to have ding planner and owner of all the bridesmaids, groomsBlossom Events in Bomen and even friends who nita, Calif., reveals what it means to be an effective and want to be involved chip in financially. well-mannered bridesmaid, groomsman, maid/matron of Q: If a bridesmaid can't afford to buy her dress or honor or best man today. Q: Is the bridal party expect- a groomsman can't afford to buy his tux, is it OK for ed to buy wedding gifts for her/him to ask the bride and the bride and groom? groom to pay for the attire? SEE THE LATEST in bridal gowns, tuxedos, caterers, invitations, hotels, A: Generally, in terms of A: What I'd recommend traditional etiquette, the florists, photographers, music, decorators, reception centers, spa retreats, is going to the bride and bridal party is supposed beauty specialists, and much more! groom with the approach to give gifts to the couple. 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No matter what, be completely optimistic even if it's storm- OPENS FRIDAY, JANUARY 12 THE ORIGINAL- BRIDAL SHOWCASE 24TH ANNUAL JANUARY 12-13 - SALT PALACE E3BRI DAL ^ AV t $7UU BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE fifc.«:'*V^ PREMIER WEDDING [OSEPH SMITH v . • •'--'. 7 ing. Whatever they need, get it. The entire bridal party should know the schedule for the day. Make the bride and groom a plate of food because they're not going to have a chance. It's the-little things like making an emergency kit that make a difference. Granted, if the bride and groom have a planner, the wedding planner would usually do that. Q: If there is no wedding planner and the maid/matron of honor has to bring an emergency kit, what are some examples of things that should be in it? A: Breath mints, gum, some of the bride's makeup, clear nail polish, nail file, hair clips, water - not Gatorade because it's got sugar in it and it will coat the teeth and make the breath stink. With mints, have sugarless mints. Some other items are Shout wipes and chalk in case Shout wipes can't get a stain out. Backs of earrings are another thing to have. If the jewelry people are wearing is all coordinated and it's pretty cheap, I'd say get extra jewelry. For more information about the wedding party, etiquette and other wedding-related topics, visit www.blossomevents.net. SIDEBAR Etiquette for wedding guests Copley News Service - Unless something goes terribly wrong (i.e. the bride's dress falls off), pretend you don't notice the small mishaps. - If you don't know what casual, semiformal and formal mean, don't guess. Ask someone in the wedding party about the dress code. - Dress weather appropriate. - To reduce stress for the people who have to find a place to put gifts, do not bring a gift to the wedding. Deliver it or have it sent to the couple a few weeks ahead of time. ' -R.S.V.P.! This seems so basic, but many guests forget this very important task. - Don't bring a date unless the invitation specifically says "plus guest." - If you don't like the food, keep it under wraps. Usually, couples put the food choices on the R.S.V.P. card. Choose what you like then, so you won't complain later. If none of the options appeals to you, eat a big meal ahead of time and be discreet about not eating much.. - Keep your "best" moves private. Unless you want to end up on the video clip that shows guests making fools of themselves, it is best to not do a flip or anything that could result in you, or any one else, getting hurt. - Limit your alcohol intake (this goes for the bridal party, too). Drunken scenes at a wedding are not appropriate. - Unless the couple has asked you to do so, do not wear white. It takes away from the bride and is considered rude by some. - This day is about celebrating a couple's love. The wedding is not about you. Keep complaints, judgment and negative comments to yourself. If you don't like the person sitting on your right, talk to the person on your left. If you don't like either person, think pleasant thoughts and eat your cake. Visit Copley News Service at www.copleynews.com. |