Get the shots you want on your big day!

By a landslide, photography is the #1 option when it comes to capturing memories from the biggest day of your life. Before the wedding, it’s important to meet with your photographer so that you can give them direction as to what shots you definitely want. Maybe you want to ensure you have a candid shot of you and your grandma or one with your bridesmaids at your favourite hang out. Whatever your desires, it’s a good idea to communicate them with the photographer you’ve entrusted to shoot your wedding. Start by making a list of the shots you’d like. 3 categories to consider include places (at your favourite park), persons (a group shot of all of the kids) and moments (the first time the groom sees his bride). Make your list and then ask your photographer for any suggestions that they have. Also, check out the internet for websites that list photo opps that you may not have thought about. Finally, your photographer will likely have a list of shots that they recommend.

If you’re still looking for that perfect wedding photographer, don’t wait too much longer as the photographer you want could book up.  It’s best to book your wedding photographer at least 6 to 8 months in advance. If you want a particular photographer for a specific date, book them 9 to 10 months in advance.

For the last minute bride who has not yet booked a photographer, check out Trident Photography ! - An artistic, reliable and experienced professional wedding photographer.

What is one of the biggest problem between couples in any relationship? Money. In the current economy, it’s very easy to see why people are more tense and spend more time arguing about money. Kelly Keehn is a financial expert, speaker, elder planning counselor and author, along with being a contributing author to Bridal Fantasy Magazine. Recently she did an interview on CTV on couples and money - a great interview that every couple should see. Check out her website at www.kellykeehn.com - the video is right on the home page! There’s also tons of other great resources to help you with any questions you might have about money. Enjoy!

Severed Shoe - a broken heel is basically impossible to fix on the spot so act like a boy scout and always be prepared. Bring an extra pair of shoes with you. They don’t have to be the exact same shoe - just have the same heel height. If you don’t have a spare pair, don’t do barefoot - at least not for the ceremony or the pictures. Borrow some shoes from a guest or one of your bridesmaids. Even if they don’t match, most people won’t notice. However, they will notice your ten little piggies poking out from under your dress. If you still have a lot of time before the wedding, ask a friend to run out and get a new pair of shoes for you.
Check one of our Bridal Fantasy exhibitors Mayfair Shoes .

Absent Officiant - surprisingly this does happen to a fair number of couples. See if there is another wedding going on in your ceremony venue and find out if that officiant can marry you. Check the phone book for a marriage commissioner or you can have one of your friends ordained online. You will have to check if that would be legitimate in your area. If none of those options work see if there are any lawyers in the crowd who can legally marry you. Finally, you can ask someone to conduct the ‘spiritual’ ceremony and go down to the courthouse the next day. Keep in mind - it’s not the piece of paper that makes you married, it’s what in your hearts.

Sweaty Groom - wedding day nerves combined with a hot day equals a perspiring groom. If you’re prepared for this, then your groom won’t have to worry about showing any wet spots. Bring an extra shirt for the groom - two if you know he’s going to have a problem. If you can’t get an extra, have your guy duck into the prep room at your ceremony site and blow-dry whatever spots you can see with the cool setting. Carry some antiperspirant for him in your emergency bag.

Check out this great blog post we found - an amazing way to create your own inspiration boards for your wedding day (or anything else!). It has great tips on an easy way to make up a insipiration board tailored to your specific tastes without having to know a whole lot about computer programs!

http://www.weddingbee.com/2009/05/08/how-to-make-an-inspiration-board/

Have fun :)

Collapsing cake – this is actually a lot more common than people think. It could be that the cake is too heavy for the stand it’s on or too close to the dance floor but it’s a fairly easy fix. Simply put the cake back together as much as you can, spread more frosting around to cover up the cracks and add some decorations for the final touch up. You can even take some flowers from your décor if you’re running short. This is another great reason to let your baker set up your cake.