MYTH 1 – IT’S MY DAY!

We spend a lot of time talking about how special the wedding day is but the need to put it in perspective is important. Most brides are sensible and know that just because they are being married on one day, the world does not stop spinning on its axis. The goal is to provide balance to the event. Subtle reminders that life goes on before and after the wedding can help stop some types of behavior which is sometimes displayed. Bridezillas need to be carefully grounded in the reality that life does not stop for the rest of the planet.

MYTH 2 – IT COSTS A LOT OF $$ TO HAVE A BEAUTIFUL WEDDING

Absolutely not! A beautiful wedding depends on the love of the couple and their families and does not depend on the amount of money they spent. Beautiful weddings happen at all price ranges.

MYTH 3 – THE WEDDING INDUSTRY IS FULL OF “PROS” OUT TO CHEAT YOU

There may be an occasional unscrupulous wedding planner who makes the news. There may be a florist, photographer or caterer who fails to follow through. However, they are vastly outnumbered by reputable, experienced professionals whose livelihood depends on their sterling reputation for honesty, integrity and reliability. The client should check out the reputation of a vendor under consideration and before a particular vendor or service is booked, it is worthwhile to ask for references.

MYTH 4 – WE HAVE A YEAR TO GIVE OUT OUR THANK YOU NOTES

Whoever started that myth was dreaming. The rule on thank you notes is simple – write them ASAP. Keep up with them throughout the period of showers, parties and gifts sent to the bride’s home. If a guest has thought enough to send a gift to celebrate the wedding, he or she deserves a thoughtful response which expresses timely and sincere thanks. If there is a legitimate reason for a delay in writing personal thank you notes, then gift acknowledgment cards are to be sent immediately and followed up by a personal thank you at a somewhat later date – but NEVER A YEAR.

If you are not sure about some wedding do’s and don’ts contact TriniWeddings at 868 628-WEDD (9333) or emailinfo@triniweddings.com. We would be happy to help you sort yourself out!