We are looking for a bride-to-be or recent bride to do a little blog swapping. If you, or anyone you know, is interested in writing a few posts about your experiences, let us know! Email Nicole@OnTheNoseEvents.com and we can get started. Talk to you soon!
~Nicole
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Wedding Hair
All over the runways of fashion week, models had embellished up-do's - this look is going to be huge for spring and summer, so why not incorporate it into your wedding look? There were some pretty out there looks that maybe don't have a place in the real world (copper wired braids, anyone?), but as usual, Chanel hit the nail right on the head with a super elegant style that works for everyone.
It would be so easy to DIY these by wire wrapping faux-pearl beads to the end of a bobby pin and gluing into place. So many possibilities!
It would be so easy to DIY these by wire wrapping faux-pearl beads to the end of a bobby pin and gluing into place. So many possibilities!
Friday, March 9, 2012
Tissue Paper Pom Poms
Not only is this one of the easiest DIY projects of all time, it's also one of the cheapest! Tissue paper pom poms are a great way to fill up a lot of space on a budget, or just add a few pops of color to a stark room. Martha Stewart of course (of course!) has a wonderfully easy to follow step-by-stap diagram here, check it out!
I love the look of a wall covered in all different colored poms, just a few hanging from a garland or even one or two hanging over each table. You can expect to spend about 25 cents per pom, so the more the merrier! Making this is also a super soothing project to take on when the wedding stress gets to you. You can just pouf the night away while watching a movie. Storing these couldn't be easier - just keep them in a large garbage bag until the big day, then hand them over to your planner to re-pouf and hang for your reception. Adorable!
I love the look of a wall covered in all different colored poms, just a few hanging from a garland or even one or two hanging over each table. You can expect to spend about 25 cents per pom, so the more the merrier! Making this is also a super soothing project to take on when the wedding stress gets to you. You can just pouf the night away while watching a movie. Storing these couldn't be easier - just keep them in a large garbage bag until the big day, then hand them over to your planner to re-pouf and hang for your reception. Adorable!
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Mossy Monograms
I love the trend toward earthy and green weddings. The one thing that I keep seeing more and more large mossy-looking monograms. These monograms are whimsically personal and can be used to decorate almost anything! Have them grace the ceremony entrance, the reception hall, or even the back of the bride's and groom's chairs at the reception.
Talk to your planner, purchase monograms online, or make your own by cutting out letters from styrofoam or purchasing pre-made paper mache letters from a craft store. Spray-paint your letter(s) green and use hot glue or spray mount to affix the moss.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Etsy Crush
After you have spent hours deliberating over your invitations, shouldn't you send them off in style? When your guests open their mailbox and see these beautiful envelopes, they'll know that something special is inside. Check out the amazing work done by Calligraphy by Hillary:
I love the look paired with the vintage stamps, so charming!
There are several styles of handwriting available and the turn-around time is fast. Impress your guests right from the get-go!
I love the look paired with the vintage stamps, so charming!
There are several styles of handwriting available and the turn-around time is fast. Impress your guests right from the get-go!
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Now What? Choose a Maid of Honor!
Getting engaged so exciting! Everyone wants to share in that excitement with you, but only one person can be the Laverne to your Shirley. Some people have always known who would be standing by their side on the big day, others have to decide (kind of quickly!) from a pool of friends and family. Traditionally, if you have an older sister or particularly close cousin, she would get the honor. But what if you don't have a close female family member?
Being a Maid of Honor is like having a reverse part time job: she does a ton of work, deals with lots of stress and has to pay for the privilege. If there is any doubt that that who you have in mind won't be able to handle all of the tasks involved, have a chat and be honest. If your best friend just lost her job, she may not be up for the honor. The last thing you want is to lose a friend over this, so being frank is the best policy.
Here's a short list of the MOH duties:
Work with all of your other bridesmaids to decide on a dress, hair do, shoes, purses, and a bunch of other little things - no easy task!
Help you shop for a dress and veil.
Answer your 100 emails about favors, color scheme, shoes and your future-in-laws.
Lead the planning of your bridal shower.
Help you register.
Attend all of the parties.
Witness your marriage and sign the certificate.
Make a speech at the reception.
And that's not the half of it!
Once you have decided on your Maid (or Matron) of Honor, the fun really begins. Treat her to a nice dinner and outline everything that is expected, you'll be glad you did when the big day comes. Also, let her pick a dress that flatters her figure and coloring - looking great is all of your photos is the least you can do to say thank you!
Being a Maid of Honor is like having a reverse part time job: she does a ton of work, deals with lots of stress and has to pay for the privilege. If there is any doubt that that who you have in mind won't be able to handle all of the tasks involved, have a chat and be honest. If your best friend just lost her job, she may not be up for the honor. The last thing you want is to lose a friend over this, so being frank is the best policy.
Here's a short list of the MOH duties:
Work with all of your other bridesmaids to decide on a dress, hair do, shoes, purses, and a bunch of other little things - no easy task!
Help you shop for a dress and veil.
Answer your 100 emails about favors, color scheme, shoes and your future-in-laws.
Lead the planning of your bridal shower.
Help you register.
Attend all of the parties.
Witness your marriage and sign the certificate.
Make a speech at the reception.
And that's not the half of it!
Once you have decided on your Maid (or Matron) of Honor, the fun really begins. Treat her to a nice dinner and outline everything that is expected, you'll be glad you did when the big day comes. Also, let her pick a dress that flatters her figure and coloring - looking great is all of your photos is the least you can do to say thank you!
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Wedding Planner FAQ - Part 2
"Aren't professional planners super expensive?"
You might be surprised! A professional planner will typically bill you for a percentage of your total budget for A-Z planning, per hour for special projects or a one time all-inclusive fee for DOC services or running your rehearsal. But, while that may seem like you would be paying more than you originally set out to, 9 times out of 10, you won't. Here is an example of how a planner can save you money:
You and your fiancé still need a photographer and would like hire one asap since it's getting down to the wire. Since we have already discussed your budget and your preferred style, we can go through our list of contacts and set up a few meetings with vendors we think you will like working with. Once you have chosen your photographer, we can negotiate a better rate on your behalf.
I think that an article on Offbeat Bride said it best: "This is a horrible fact of the wedding industry, but some nasty vendors out there give crappy service because they don't think they need to impress you. You're likely to only get married once, then they don't have to deal with you again. However, they DO want to impress me, because I can recommend them to hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of potential new clients. The alternative is badmouthing them with my planner friends and doing my best to make sure they never get another wedding. Unlike some rating sites, the planning community doesn't take bribes to remove bad reviews."
Professional planners aren't just for the rich and famous, they are for any couple who has things to do besides figure out which company to use for chair covers, hand assemble 15 floral centerpieces or any of the one million other little things that need to be done. Not having to worry about every little thing is such a good feeling - you can focus on getting married! You can't put a price on that.
You might be surprised! A professional planner will typically bill you for a percentage of your total budget for A-Z planning, per hour for special projects or a one time all-inclusive fee for DOC services or running your rehearsal. But, while that may seem like you would be paying more than you originally set out to, 9 times out of 10, you won't. Here is an example of how a planner can save you money:
You and your fiancé still need a photographer and would like hire one asap since it's getting down to the wire. Since we have already discussed your budget and your preferred style, we can go through our list of contacts and set up a few meetings with vendors we think you will like working with. Once you have chosen your photographer, we can negotiate a better rate on your behalf.
I think that an article on Offbeat Bride said it best: "This is a horrible fact of the wedding industry, but some nasty vendors out there give crappy service because they don't think they need to impress you. You're likely to only get married once, then they don't have to deal with you again. However, they DO want to impress me, because I can recommend them to hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of potential new clients. The alternative is badmouthing them with my planner friends and doing my best to make sure they never get another wedding. Unlike some rating sites, the planning community doesn't take bribes to remove bad reviews."
Professional planners aren't just for the rich and famous, they are for any couple who has things to do besides figure out which company to use for chair covers, hand assemble 15 floral centerpieces or any of the one million other little things that need to be done. Not having to worry about every little thing is such a good feeling - you can focus on getting married! You can't put a price on that.
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