Attention Frequent Shoppers!

So very often I get a call from brides telling me about a recent trip to __________ (fill in the blank with your fav arts and crafts store). Usually the conversation goes from a great sale on cylinder vases to a 20% off coupon used on .99 cent glass rocks. Every now and then, I also get a mix of fish bowls, floating candles, and tulle circles. Now....do not get me wrong. Used the right way they could look great. However, there is a special aspect to wedding design (or decorating) that one must always keep in mind: Shop smart and with a PLAN!

Your wedding should be about YOU and the GROOM. A shopping spree at the local ___________ (fill in again!) with no plan of action or list of essentials is usually a blasé wedding mishap waiting to happen. Here are some tips for creating a beautiful AND unique wedding!

1. Pick a couple items you LOVE and not what you like or think would look nice.

2. Just because your wedding is chartreuse does not mean you have to buy every chartreuse ribbon, candle, and vase you see. Find ESSENTIAL decor items and make those pop!

3. Think of the big picture. Decide on your ideal look and work from there. NEVER go into a store and buy a lot of stuff that you are hoping will fit together later.

4. Consider purchasing unconventional elements. Just because you usually do not see it at weddings does not mean you shouldn’t! Most guests have seen the typical vases and marbles. Find a substitute that is in the same price range but will give a bigger WOW!

I have equipped you with the tools; your hubby-to-be will equip you with the card :), so now you are officially ready to go shopping!