HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Our Annual Wedding Guide HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Tips from the Pros Money Matters Create an Excel spreadsheet to budget everything from vendors to honeymoon. Think about what is important when planning the reception — where do you want to make a big impression? Where do you want to spend most of the cost? Another tip: Decisions mean progress. The more options you have the less likely you are to make a decision. So do not go overboard when choosing vendors; narrow your list down to three and then interview vendors. Chose the one you like best; you will be spending a lot of time together. –Janice Najor Envisage Event Planning Show the Love Be yourself that day because images are frozen moments and you want both of your true personalities to come out. Laugh a lot, have fun and enjoy the greatest day of your life. Don’t worry about the production of the wedding; no one will remember the little details anyway. Show the love you have toward each other! – Mae Alias Avaa Photography Bye Bye Baggy For tuxes and suits the modern fit is in, with a more natural shoulder, tapered leg and fitted look. Baggy is out! Light gray is the new hot color for tuxes. – Michael Shihadeh Sam Michaels Tailoring The Right Stuff When searching for a photographer/ videographer make sure you find the right studio that fits your personalities. Make sure you’re comfortable with the photographer you’re working with because you’re going to be spending a lot of time working together! And when your big day comes, just enjoy it. Don’t stress yourself — just go with the flow and make the best out of the biggest day of your life! – Wilson Sarkis Wilson Sarkis Photography & Cinematography Hit the Phones My biggest tip: If you invited 500 people and only half of them responded, don’t assume you know who is coming. You need to take the time to call each one. If you call twice and they still don’t respond, take them off your list. If you don’t put the effort into calling, they can still show up and your party will look unorganized. –Jeana Asmaro Beyond Words Events Heart on Your Sleeve Relax and enjoy your special day. Let your joy show so the photographer can capture it. – Dan Monkman Digital Dan Photography Dress It Up Soft, feminine and pastel — dresses are a must this spring and summer. A unique style that has been hitting the runway is the one-shoulder look. Regardless, anything you choose you must feel comfortable and of course love it! – Silvia Dabish Via Blanca Boutique Presto Chango Brides are wearing multiple dresses, one for the pictures and ceremony, one for the reception and one that is sexy and beautiful for the bridal dance. Also, it’s nice to send guests away with a lasting impression like cupcakes, cider and donuts in the fall, or a hotdog stand for a bride and groom who love Coneys. – Suhair Kallabat, Eventfully Yours HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH From top of page: Laura Hermiz Roumayah and happy guests. photo courtesy AAVA Studio Mariah Zeer and Lourdes Bachi at the June 30, 2011 wedding of Laura and Jimmy Roumayah. photo courtesy AAVA Studio 34 CHALDEAN NEWS MARCH 2012
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