Band or DJ?!?!? Which one to choose….

When planning your big day, you will eventually come to this question : "Band or DJ?" For such a simple question, the answer can MAKE or BREAK your wedding. Dancing is one of the best parts of the wedding for you and your guests. In order to find out what would be better for your wedding day check out this link to find out whether a DJ or Band is more the style you are looking for!

2025-03-11T11:11:09-04:00February 15, 2015|Uncategorized, Weddings|

Where Do I Put the Card?

We have seen all types of different card holders for the wedding. Some couples like to have every little detail match the theme of their wedding and tying in your card box with the theme is a perfect example. Below are some different ideas for card holders that we found on Pinterest.

2025-03-11T11:10:35-04:00February 10, 2015|Uncategorized, Weddings|

Are You a Starbucks Addict?

Check out this funny article on how to turn your starbucks addiction into a theme for you big day. It will be sure to give you a laugh: http://www.buzzfeed.com/jessicaprobus/18-things-every-starbucks-addict-needs-to-have-at-their-wedd#.xiWWpxBN02

2025-03-11T11:10:26-04:00February 8, 2015|Uncategorized|

May the Force Be With You!

Are you a "Star Wars" fan?! Check out this awesome article we found that spotlights a Star Wars themed Wedding. Don't be scared to bring out your inner geek for your wedding...remember this is YOUR day whatever you dream we will make it come true! Read the article at http://elitedaily.com/envision/may-love-star-wars-wedding-beyond-epic-photos/925335/

2025-03-11T11:09:35-04:00February 4, 2015|Uncategorized|

Are You Prepared?!

Are you prepared in every aspect of your wedding? Well, let us help you. Here are 5 helpful hints that will help you through your special day. Some may sound silly, but believe us, these things are often forgotten. Enjoy! Look at each other during your ceremony, NOT your officiant Sounds like a no-brainer, right? Couples almost always make this mistake. Remember you are marrying each other, NOT your officiant. So when you say your vows, you should gaze into your lovers eyes instead of awkwardly mouthing them to the officiant. Use a Crochet Hook Tiny buttons are such a gorgeous detail, but can take forever to button if just using your fingers. So instead, use a crochet hook! This tool will save a lot of time and aggravation. Just insert the [...]

2025-03-11T11:08:48-04:00January 29, 2015|Uncategorized, Weddings|

Newly Engaged? Have Questions-help? Here’s Help!

Recently, our sister property, The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel, had a Wedding Expo where professionals with different expertise held a Question and Answer Session to help newly engaged couples. So today we decided to do a frequently asked question blog with answers to all of the popular questions couples are asking. Check out some of the questions we came up with below: 1.) What is an Outdoor Ballroom? Our outdoor ballroom is truly unique, it modular design can comfortably accommodate anywhere from 100 to 500 guests. Its sides can be opened for a truly natural setting, but if mother nature isn't on her best behavior we can put the sides down and turn on the heat or air conditioning to make it comfortable for you and your guests. 2.) How many weddings take place in one [...]

2025-03-11T11:06:52-04:00January 12, 2015|Uncategorized|

Here’s to Another Year of Greatness!

I'd like to share a little story with you all. Now I know 99% of our blogs are wedding focused, but today I'd like to focus on welcoming 2015. Yesterday, in the midst of the blistery weather and usual Saturday grocery store and chaos, I stood on line waiting to pay for some items I picked up for my Grandfather. A very nice woman grabbed my attention and asked if I had a coupon for the cases of water I was purchasing. I politely replied yes and graciously thanked her for her offer. From that simple little coupon offer, started a conversation about the need for all people to be kind and appreciate one another - that there is more to kindness than just saying "have a nice day," but going out [...]

2025-03-11T11:05:00-04:00January 4, 2015|Uncategorized|

2015 Wedding Trends

As hard as it is to believe, 2015 is right around the corner! Along with the new year comes the new wedding trends. Here are some of the top talked about trends for 2015! 2015 Engagement Rings Rose gold and yellow gold have entered the bridal scene and are growing more popular as an engagement ring of choice. The romantic warm look of the rose gold band and the striking contrast with the diamond creates a beautiful and unique choice for an engagement ring. This copper and metallic look gives off a vintage vibe that is beginning to show up on bride's fingers more and more. Another engagement ring style that is not new, but definitely not going anywhere, is the halo engagement ring. This classic style is sticking around for 2015. 2015 Wedding Dresses [...]

2025-03-11T11:04:12-04:00December 20, 2014|Uncategorized, Weddings|

Can you pass this Wedding Trivia Quiz?!?

Can you get a perfect score on our wedding quiz?! Good luck!!! 1. How many couples get married in America each year? a) 1.5 Million b) 2.3 Million c) 4.7 Million 2. The average age of a bride in America is how old? a) 21.1 b) 25.3 c) 27.8 3. The average age of a groom in America is how old? a) 26.9 b) 32.1 c) 35.5 4. Average number of guests invited to a wedding? a) 85 b) 137 c) 178 5. The most popular month for weddings to take place? a) May b) June c) September Answers - 1:B, 2:B, 3:A, 4:C, 5:B

2025-03-11T11:03:32-04:00December 15, 2014|Uncategorized|

Finding Your Perfect Dress

You have the ring on your finger and the date and venue picked out. Congratulations! Now onto the next order of business- the dress. It can be a bit over whelming (which has probably started to become a familiar feeling) because of all the different looks and styles offered. One way to help immediately narrow things down is by figuring out what will flatter you best. I have laid out some wedding dress styles to help give you a basic idea of which style dress goes best with particular body types. Ballgown The dress that gives that "fairy tale" feel, this dress is great for large, traditional weddings. It is ideal for a lot of body types, especially pear shapes because it accentuates the waist and flows out hiding the lower body [...]

2025-03-11T11:02:51-04:00December 13, 2014|Uncategorized|

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