1. Pick your wedding colours in advance. You don’t necessarily need to have all the details worked out, but the main colours should be decided on. Arrangements, decorations, and the bridal bouquet should all have a common theme.
2. Look through wedding magazines and cut out pictures of any style you may like.
3. Pick at least one or two types of flowers that you would like to feature. Learn the meanings of the flowers, if this is important to you, or just choose one that has a special personal meaning.
4. Do some research to find out if your preferred flowers will be in season for your wedding date. Even if it is not in season, you will probably still be able to get it, but be prepared to spend a little extra.
5. Know your budget. Keep the maximum amount you are willing to spend, but don’t reveal that figure to a florist. Keep in mind the approximate amount of money you would like to spend. If you are comfortable, you can reveal that figure to the florist – it will help them decide how to get the most value for your money.

Find below a list of bouquets/arrangements/flower related items to keep in mind when getting ready to finalize what flowers are needed for your upcoming wedding.

Bridal Party
For your bridal party you will need to consider flowers for:

• Bride’s bouquet
• Flowers for the bride’s hair
• Bridesmaid’s bouquets
• Maid of honour bouquet (if different from the bridesmaids)
• Flower girl bouquet (if applicable) or flower girl’s petals to throw/toss while walking down the aisle
• Flower’s for flower girls hair
• Corsage/boutonniere for groom
• Corsage/boutonniere for the bride and groom’s parents and grandparents

Ceremony
The ceremony typically includes less floral arrangements than the bridal party requires. Consider the following places/areas where you may want to include your selected arrangements/flowers:

• At the alter
• At the entrance
• At the signing table
• Chair/aisle décor and flowers

Another great item for your ceremony, in addition to flowers, is candles. Candles create a lovely, romantic atmosphere to celebrate your special day.

Reception
Like the ceremony, the reception does not require many floral arrangements. Consider the following places to put your flowers:

• At the entrance to the reception area
• The centre of the table, or throughout the  centre of the table
• At the bar
• At the buffet table
• On your wedding cake
• Around the area where the speeches are made

Print out this helpful checklist and use it when you are planning the flowers you will need for your wedding. We assure you that you won’t miss a thing when using it.

The trash the dress movement began in 2001 when John Michael Cooper, a Las Vegas photographer, wrote an online article about the concept. A photographer in New Orleans, Mark Eric, read the article, and was instantly hooked – coining the phrase “trash the dress”. What was Cooper’s article about? Well, he was tired of shooting traditional wedding photos, so he prompted some of his brides to be daring – and as a result, he began taking unusual wedding photos instead.

Why was Cooper’s idea so successful? Well, brides have had a longstanding iniquitous relationship with their wedding gown, struggling for months to find the perfect one, spending a small fortune when they finally slip on the dress of their dreams, and then having it altered so it will fit magically. Brides go to great length and endure countless sleepless nights over a dress that is, usually, worn once. Some brides do say that they feel a bit nostalgic at first about trashing their dress, but they then realize they are going to have one-of-a-kind photos, rather than a wedding dress sitting perfectly in a box collecting dust and smelling of moth balls.

If completely trashing your dress doesn’t seem like you either, you are able to opt for less of a beating. Some brides get their dresses wet, dirty, or even light them on fire, but others don’t – they might just get their pictures taken in a field, in an alleyway, at an amusement park, or along railroad tracks. Even for these brides there is an unlimited number of ways to “step outside the box”. When a bride chooses to trash her dress she is able to decide what type of atmosphere she wants, but the ultimate message any photographer will try to exude through the photo is the love between the bride and groom, and that the dress is not going to be warn again (likely, although some brides choose to sell their dress after they have it dry cleaned, so someone will wear it, just not them). The overall focus is on the bride, not the dress; it is creative photography to express the bride’s personality, and sometimes the grooms too, if he chooses to be involved.

Location really affects what kind of trash the dress session is possible. However, any locale, from cities to the country, offers creative possibilities.

These trash the dress photo sessions usually take place in the week following the wedding. Since the ceremony is over the bride is able to relax and have fun at the shoot. These photo shoots give the bride and groom awesome imagery from their wedding, resulting in fantastic (and unique) memories for the rest of their lives. More and more couples these days are favouring the un-styled, un-planned moments of their wedding rather than the prescribed agenda of highly organized groups of people staring at the camera.

If you consider yourself to be an unconventional bride, a unique photo shoot like trash the dress might be a great way for you to relieve any leftover stress from your wedding.

What have you done with your wedding dress? If you have any ideas on what to do with a wedding dress that will never be worn again, leave us a comment! Or have you trashed your dress? Share your stories with us.

The wedding ring originates from the deserts of North Africa, where the ancient Egyptian civilization sprang up along the banks of the Nile River. The river was the source of fortune and life to the Egyptian society since it was along the trade route. Many plants grew on the banks of the Nile River for the Egyptian civilization to cultivate; it was these plants that were the first materials used to make a wedding band. Sedges, rushes, reeds, and papyrus were twisted and braided together into rings for women. Since these early rings were made of plants they usually only lasted about a year before deteriorating. Over time hemp was used, followed by longer lasting materials such as leather, bone, or ivory.

The reason a ring was chosen as the symbol for love was due to the fact that it was a circle; the symbol for eternity in Egyptian society, as well as many other ancient cultures. A circle represents eternity because it has no beginning and no end, like time – it continues forever. A circle always returned to itself and the shape began to be worshipped in the form of the Sun and the Moon. The hole in the centre of the ring also is significant. It is the symbol to the gateway or door that leads to things and events in both the known and the unknown worlds. Therefore, with the symbolism that the circle possesses it is not difficult to see why the ring is a gift to be associated with love; love which is never-ending and leads to things both expected and unexpected. The Egyptians saw love as being the most worthy and important emotion to take on the characteristics of the circle and capture eternity.

The Egyptians wore the ring like we do today, on the third finger of our left hand because it was believed that the vein in the finger directly traveled to the heart. This tradition was later taken up by the Greeks when they conquered Egypt, and then passed down to the Romans, who called this the vena amoris, which is vein of love in Latin. However, there are some countries and groups who do not follow this tradition and wear the ring on a different finger or hand. The Jewish faith wears the wedding ring on their index finger rather than their ring finger of their left hand, and Roman Catholics traditionally wore the ring on their right hand instead.

When the art of metallurgy was popularized, metals naturally replaced all other forms of wedding rings, but surprisingly it was a slow process. The early metal rings were clumsily made and uneven. Often precious and semi-precious stones were set into them. Using jewels at this time was not for romantic sentiment, but rather to display the wealth of the giver.

In early Rome, iron was the adopted metal of choice, rather than copper or brass, which was commonly used elsewhere. Romans saw iron as symbolizing the strength of their love for their bride-to-be, although rust was a problem with these rings.

Initially when a ring was given, the women then became property of her husband. Although rings are seen to be legally binding still, we no longer believe that a woman becomes property of her husband once she accepts his ring. Gold and silver rings were sometimes given on occasions to show that the bride’s groom trusted her with his valuable property. To symbolize this further, the ring was sometimes shaped as a key rather than a normal circular band; but it was not presented at wedding ceremonies, like nowadays, but instead when he carried her across the threshold to her new home.

Once the coinage system was implemented gold was rapidly promoted as the first choice for wedding rings. Later in medieval Europe gemstones were again a common tradition like when metallurgy was initially implemented. Rubies were chosen for their colour, red like the heart, sapphires were selected to represent blue skies above, but the most sought after and important of all was the indestructible diamond, just like engagement and wedding rings today.

Silver made a comeback in renaissance Italy, but was instead selected for the engagement ring, rather than the wedding band. Engagement rings tended to be highly ornate and were usually inlaid with neillo, a very decorative form of enamel engraving, that was coloured in black to stand in contrast to the bright metal. The Italians, instead of using traditional simple bands, used exquisite bands with clasping hands emerging from hoops at the front.

Silver again was popularized briefly again in seventeenth century England and France where they were widely used for wedding rings at the height of the fashion for posey rings; the word posey meaning love poem.   Men would get poems inscribed either on the inside or outside of the ring, with the words faith and hope often used in the selected poem. However, gold once again broke into the mainstream, and silver was once again pushed aside to the engagement ring, rather than the wedding band. A gold duplicate of the silver engagement ring would replace the original on the wedding day, so that the engagement and wedding rings matched.

In Irish folklore it was thought to be bad luck, or even illegal, if the ring was not made of gold. This was never an actuality, however, and like elsewhere metals of all kinds were used. But a gold ring was used during the ceremony throughout Europe if the couple could not afford one, although it had to be returned afterwards. The symbolism at the ceremony was important.

Other superstitions that emerged over time about the wedding ring were that it had to fit absolutely perfect when it was given to the bride or else trouble would fall upon the couple. If the ring was too-tight then it could point to a marriage that was filled with painful jealousy, or one person could stifle the other. If the ring was too-loose then it could symbolize the parting ways of the couple through careless acts or forgetfulness.

Originally, it was thought that the ring was wore on the left hand because when the man faced his bride at the alter, and he reached straight across with his right hand (most people are right-handed), that he would naturally lift her left hand. And the same would go for her, when she placed the ring on her husband’s hand, since more and more men are beginning to wear wedding bands too. A man wearing a wedding band is a fairly modern concept. The tradition only began around World War II when military men were travelling away from their wives for an extended period of time. Wearing the ring kept them close to their wives and offered them a cheerful reminder of their loved ones at home.

No matter what the ring looked like, it is clear that it was in honour of a union, engagement, and marriage, and it has been going on since ancient times. Although the traditional may not have always been as glamorous and romantic as it is today, it was still a way of exchanging a contract of engagement or marriage to the one you loved. The ring has come to represent the eternal commitment and love.

Suggestion #1: Avoid Fragrant Flowers. Even though some flowers have such a strong, sweet scent, we recommend avoiding using them, or at the very least, using them sparingly. You may love the scent, but your guests may not. Some flowers have such an overbearing scent that it can give guests a headache, and some even have the potential to change the taste of your meal and cake if they are placed nearby.

Suggestion #2: Avoid Flowers That Die Quickly. This seems fairly obvious, doesn’t it? If you are having an outdoor, summer wedding, avoid these types of flowers especially, since the hot sun blazing down on them will result in them dehydrating quickly.

Suggestion #3: Avoid Flowers That Will Stain. Pollen is a particular culprit – and a pollen stain is very difficult to remove from a white wedding gown. Also, if you are using flowers that are artificially coloured, sometimes dyes may rub off onto your dress. If you must use dyed flowers just remember to avoid having them rest against your dress when walking up the aisle, standing at the alter, or posing for photographs.

Roses are – plain and simple – the quintessential wedding flower, but why is that?

Since roses are synonymous with romance it seems only normal that they would be the most popular wedding flower. They are more elegant than daisies, less pretentious than tulips, and more affordable than orchids.

• They are symbolic. The rose, myrtle, and apple were all sacred to Venus, the goddess of love. Even though roses were sacred to the goddess of love, they were turned into poetry by the Victorians. The Victorians were inspired by the French book Le Language des Fleurs by Charlotte de la Tour, and adopted the flowers code to convey their sentiments. Soon every young Victorian woman took pleasure in in knowing that receiving a rose – a symbol for true love – was of the highest meaning.
• Despite their worldwide cultivation, roses are still considered a luxury. No matter how often you receive roses, or use them in an arrangement, they always have the utmost importance due to their symbolic nature.
• There are over eleven thousand varieties and forms of roses in existence. With such a large selection there is a rose for any wedding theme, no matter how exotic. Plus, due to such a variety, styles range from small blooms with sturdy leaves to larger flowers with soft, delicate petals. But the real beauty? Roses are widely available and can be reasonably priced.
• Roses are varied. As a result, there are three main types of roses that are likely the best candidates for weddings:
  • Hybrid Tea Roses: The hybrid tea rose is valued for its classic uniform shape, its durability (it can last a whole day without wilting) and its availability.
  • Spray Roses: These are smaller roses that include five to ten small heads per stem and help fill out a bouquet more than a single stem, which makes them a great value. Spray roses are available in single hues or bicolour, like the hybrid tea rose too. Because of their variance in size, they are ideal for giving texture and visual interest to an arrangement.
  • Garden Roses: These roses are larger and lusher than the other varieties. They are often very open, and they are more natural and free form than other varieties. Because of their fragility they are rarer, precious, and costly – but they definitely add an element of elegance to your wedding.
    
• When picked and processed, roses are one of the most long-lasting flowers.
• Many rose varieties produce a sweet fragrance – and more than 85 percent of North Americans identify it as their favourite smell.
• Roses are versatile; they are able to transform your wedding from minimal to mod all in a single arrangement. Here are some fantastic ways to use roses on your wedding day:
  • For a classic, clean look pair white roses with a classic flower like a gardenia or hydrangea. White-on-white creates a stunning sight for you and your guests to enjoy.
  • Or you can take a classic white arrangement and throw in something a bit unexpected, like a shocking black or brown floral element (i.e.,  an olive or fern shoot) to create a dynamic contrast.
  • If you want to create something a bit more romantic try making a visual statement with roses by adding fur-trimmed or beaded wraps to your bouquet. Or try jewel-toned, tear-shaped beads dangling from candelabras instead.
  • Think feminine and modern by incorporating sweet elements like satin ribbons looped into an arrangement of big, open, garden roses.
  • Do you want something romantic, yet eccentric? Suspend a wreath of garden roses from the ceiling over each table. That will be a wonderful décor element for your guests to admire.
  • If you are looking for something a bit more modern try monochromatic arrangements in any colour you wish. Take the single-colour cluster of flowers and arrange them in a glass cube or vase with a strong geometric shape.
  • Or juxtapose roses with bright flowers, like spiky dahlias in yellow and orange. Place them in a cool coloured vase, like blue, for a stunning contrast.
    
• Roses are simply perfection. It doesn’t matter where you are getting married; an outdoor garden, or a ballroom, roses make your wedding ring romance.
• After your wedding, you can dry your wedding bouquet to keep as a reminder of your special day (stay tuned for an upcoming blog about how you can dry your wedding bouquet yourself – it is a great way to keep a part of your wedding day).

Skip the boots: Boots are  big in the area of trends this year, from cute ankle boots to sexy knee highs – a girl has plenty of options when she is boot shopping. However, one option that is not available is wearing them to a wedding, no matter how casual the wedding may be. Even in the fall, strappy heels, peep-toe pumps, and traditional pumps are appropriate. Most weddings require cocktail attire, and boots are definitely not part of traditional cocktail attire. Dressing up is fun; find a gorgeous pair of heels for a friend’s special day!

Cover your shoulders: In the summer it’s great to be able to wear strapless dresses, halter dresses and other –less dresses without having to worry about getting cold. In the fall, however, you need to keep warm and often dresses don’t provide enough coverage to keep you adequately heated. This year Pashminas and wraps are very popular, but shrugs seem to be on the way out of the fashion foreground. Many dresses are sold with a coordinating wrap for cooler weather, but if the dress you purchase isn’t you can always purchase one separately. Especially hot this year is contrasting and bright colours. Have a black or brown dress? Match it with a bright wrap for bang of colour to your ensemble.

Go for a feminine sweater: Sweaters are a great way to keep warm and are always super cozy; however, they can sometimes make a cocktail dress look too casual. Sweaters are great to wear when you are travelling to the wedding, from the wedding to the reception, and back home again, but don’t wear it during the ceremony or at the reception – you want to look dressed up and fancy, so don’t let a cardigan bring down your fashionable outfit. When you are choosing a sweater to wear, look for something feminine with small buttons, low-key embellishments or ruffles, plus make sure you choose a colour that will compliment or contrast your dress, the same way a wrap would.

Modified from: NJ.com

The Romantic Song: “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” by Aerosmith
Why: Do you remember the movie Armageddon? No? Well, it wasn’t too memorable, but this song definitely stood out. Over ten years after the movies release the song remains a first dance favourite thanks to its dreamy lyrics of love and devotion.
Key Lyrics: “Lying close to you feeling our heart beating/And I’m wondering what you’re dreaming/Wondering if it’s me you’re seeing/Then I kiss your eyes and thank God were together/ I just want to stay with you in this moment forever”

The Sexy Song: “Your Body is a Wonderland” by John Mayer
Why: This is a fun and sexy wedding song. It’s more upbeat than your typical first dance song, but it is still one that you are able to sway to.
Key Lyrics: “And if you want love/We’ll make it/Swimming in a deep sea of blankets/Take all your big plans and break ‘em/This is bound to be a while”

The Traditional Song: “The Way Your Look Tonight” by Frank Sinatra
Why: Frank Sinatra is as classic as they come, and this song has probably been playing at wedding receptions since its recording in 1964. Sinatra’s voice adds a touch of elegance to any reception.
Key Lyrics: “Some day, when I’m awfully low/When the world is cold/I will feel a glow just think of you/And the way you look tonight”

The Non-Traditional Song: “Better Together” by Jack Johnson
Why: Jack Johnson’s voice is recognizable yet unique. This isn’t your usual first dance fare, but it hits all the right notes and acts as the ultimate sweet and loving wedding song.
Key Lyrics: “There’s no combination of words/I could put on the back of a postcard/No song that I could sing/But I can try for your heart/Our dreams, and they are made out of real things/Like a shoebox of photographs/With a sepia-tone loving”

The Fun Song: “I Found Love” by the Free Design
Why: What better song for a fun-loving couple than a wedding song that has you tapping your toes to its sunshine melody? It’s quirky, light, fluffy – and it’ll without a doubt make the bride and groom crack a smile.
Key Lyrics: “I found love in the fall and it did not hurt at all/I found sunlight and flowers, soft summer showers/ I can feel my heart touch my Adams apple/I can feel the feather in my head/There is a lightness, politeness, fingers tingle, tootsies tap/‘Til dawn comes and finds me never in my bed”

The Friends-First Song: “Because You Loved Me” by Celine Dion
Why: This song is from the Up Close and Personal soundtrack, where the film’s main characters build a relationship – both professional and romantic – that was rooted in mutual respect and friendship. The lyrics encompass the same type of love between two people, gathering strength from an encouraging friend and lover.
Key Lyrics: “You were my strength when I was weak/You were my voice when I couldn’t speak/You were my eyes when I couldn’t see/You saw the best there was in me”

The Rock n’ Roll Song: “November Rain” by Guns n’ Roses
Why: For the couple who lives a bit on the edge, it is probably the music video – and Stephanie Seymour’s wedding dress mini skirt – that made it one ultimate first dance song for the rockeuse in all of us.
Key Lyrics: “If we could take the time to lay it on the line/I could rest my head/Just knowin’ that you were mine/All mine/So if you want to love me, then darlin’ don’t refrain/Or I’ll just end up walkin’/In the cold November rain”

The Nostalgic Song: “Everything I Do (I Do It for You) by Bryan Adams
Why: This is probably the song we sway to with our first crush at the grade school dance. So for the couple who wants a dose of nostalgia this tune is it. While it has been overused as a first dance song, it remains a classic and most certainly conveys love and devotion.
Key Lyrics: “Look into my eyes, you will see/What you mean to me/Search your heart, search your soul/And when you find me here you’ll search no more”

Adapted from: Divine.ca

Planning a wedding, although fun, can be difficult and stressful at times. Here are eight suggestions on how to reduce the stress that is often  associated with weddings, and therefore decrease your chances of turning into the infamous Bridezilla.

Don’t expect people to do things for you because you are the bride.
Nothing is more annoying than a bride who believes she is entitled to anything she wants when it comes to her wedding. In all likelihood, it isn’t going to happen. Watch for bargains to ensure you are able to get the majority of what you want: your “dream” dress, the perfect flowers, the proper reception hall, and the honeymoon you’ve fanaticized about. But if you aren’t able to get something you want, don’t get angry because you believe you deserve it. People get married every day, not everybody always has everything they’ve dreamed of.

Be able to take criticisms and comments from others.
People are going to want to offer their two cents when you are planning your wedding, especially if you have asked for their assistance in planning process. Don’t dismiss their thoughts because you think only you know what’s best; consider their suggestions, you never know what they might come up with.

Don’t talk about your wedding 24/7.
Of course you are excited when planning your big day and you probably want to share the news with everyone (except if you are Carrie Bradshaw and you keep forgetting you are engaged to Adian Shaw). But make sure you give yourself a breather, concentrate on other things as well. Make sure you have time for yourself, not always time for you and your wedding.

Let your wedding party be themselves.
Imagining a picture perfect wedding, where all the groomsmen are well-groomed and the bridesmaids are all the same height? It’s probably not going to happen. Let people be themselves that day, not carbon copies of one another. The people in your wedding party are your friends, you love them the way they are, don’t make them change for you.

Anticipate that things won’t go as planned.
After the hours you have spent planning your wedding you want everything to run smoothly, but weddings are part of life, they don’t result in the changing of the axis so that things magically follow through as planned. If you anticipate that some things may not go as planned, such as a flower girl suddenly falling ill, they won’t seem as dire to you, like they may if you don’t anticipate some hiccups throughout the day.

Embrace impulsiveness.
If you are anything like me, you like things to go according to plan and have a mini-meltdown when something falls apart. Well, on a day you are depending on so many others, something is bound to crumble. But, if you are anticipating this then it won’t seem nearly as tragic. For example, if your photographer doesn’t show, don’t panic – instead get a bunch of disposable cameras and have your guests and wedding party take pictures of your big day. It will be much more personal, seeing the genuine smiles captured on camera, then the posed portraits from a photographer.

Let your hubby-to-be in.
Don’t forget it is as much your fiancés day, as it is yours – therefore, let him have some input into your big day. This could be anything from having him plan one whole section of the wedding, to having him there for you to vent to when something stresses you out during the planning stage. Communication is important during this stressful time.

Focus on your marriage rather than the wedding.
Don’t get caught up in the idea of a picture perfect wedding, remember what this day is all about; it’s joining you and the man you love together as man and wife. You are both making a lifelong commitment to one another and that is much more important than one day.

First, you need to know what type of flowers you want to use on your special day. Often people don’t have a favourite flower until they get engaged and have to begin planning their wedding. Most brides and grooms have never had to think about what flowers say about their style, personality or what they might be communicating. To help, here is a list of popular wedding flowers by season (for meanings please see here):

Spring

• Amaryllis
• Chrysanthemums
• Lilac
• Apple Blossom
• Daffodil
• Lily
• Azalea
• Daisy
• Orchid
• Bluebell
• Freesia
• Camellia
• Primrose
• Carnation
• Heather
• Rhododendron
• Cherry Blossom
• Honeysuckle
• Clematis
• Iris
• Tulip
• Crocus
• Jasmine
• Dogwood
• Hyacinth

Summer

• Aster
• Marigold
• Azalea
• Orchid
• Carnation
• Heather
• Peony
• Cornflower
• Iris
• Rose
• Chrysanthemum
• Jasmine
• Rhododendron
• Delphinium
• Larkspur
• Daisy
• Sweet Pea
• Freesia
• Lily-of-the-Valley
• Fuchsia
• Lupine
• Tiger Lily
• Gardenia

Autumn

• Chrysanthemum
• Daisy
• Hydrangea
• Morning Glory
• Dahlia
• Iris
• Orchid
• Freesia
• Lily
• Rose
• Sunflower

Winter

• Carnation
• Rose
• Chrysanthemum
• Holly Berries
• Freesia
• Iris
• Snowdrop
• Forsythia
• Lily Winter
• Jasmine
• Orchid
• Amaryllis
• Amazon Lily
• Calla Lily
• Camellia
• Geranium
• Hyacinth

Other preliminary decisions to make include: the colour, the shape, the quantity, and the budget.

Choosing a colour can be a difficult decision. Even if you have a colour scheme selected it is still sometimes tough to narrow down how you want to accent that scheme. Things to consider are: whether you want the flowers to draw attention or be the focal point, if you want them to blend with the overall style, or if you want them to complement the other elements of the décor.

When thinking about shape you need to consider height, primarily. A low centerpiece is going to allow guests to see around one another and across from one another at the table rather than a tall centerpiece, which will block their view. For bouquets, popular shapes include round, cascade, and hand-tied. Round bouquets and nosegays are common, and create a more formal tone, while cascading bouquets are dramatic and romantic, hand-tied ones are more natural and traditional.

Try to figure out how many of each type of arrangement you will need (i.e., thirteen tables means thirteen centerpieces). Consider centerpieces, bridesmaids’ bouquets, pew flowers, standing arrangements, hanging arrangements, boutonnieres, and corsages, plus whatever else you have in mind. Talking with an expert is always a good idea – they have the experience in creating such items, so they are a good person to bounce ideas off of. (If you call Bunches Direct you are eligible to receive a free consultation and quote based on what you want for your wedding).

Lastly is figuring out your budget (and this might be the most important element too). Once your budget is established you can determine how lavish your arrangements can be and where you might need to cut some corners.

Your flowers will set the tone for the look of your wedding – be it opulent, simple, dramatic, or understated. Flower decisions are important for your wedding, so the more you research and learn, the more you will be able to create the exact tone you want at your wedding.