Your Wedding Ensemble

Your Wedding Ensemble

Hello everyone. In my last two articles we looked at the meaning of colors as it relates to your wedding as well as different wedding types. In this blog I want to look at your wedding ensemble.

Now be honest…what do you think of when you hear the term wedding ensemble? Is it the invitations and maybe the response cards alone? How much importance do you attach to your wedding ensemble? Or, maybe I should ask first is, “What is a wedding ensemble?”

Well, your wedding ensemble is a collection of cards and envelopes that are designed in such a way to send your wedding messages in a stylish and efficient manner. So what are we talking about when we use the term wedding ensemble? Let’s look at what they are.

The Invitation

This is one of the most important aspects of your wedding ensemble. This document contains the majority of the information that you need to have as it introduces the couple as well as the date, time and place of the ceremony.

The Reception Card

This aspect of your wedding ensemble allows the guests to be aware of the time, place and location of the event as this should not be written on your wedding invitation.

The Response Card

The Response Card, as its name suggests, should be returned to you so that you will know who would be attending the reception as this makes planning easier for you. This card accompanies the invitation and the response card.

Enclosures

Enclosures- These are small cards that are used to provide the guests with some more details than the invitation contains.

Pew Cards

Pew Cards-These are mainly used in the ultra formal wedding type and are usually included in the invitations of the guests that are considered to be of distinction. Such guests may be close family members or specially invited guests. Upon arrival, these guests present these cards so that they can be seated in their designated seats.

Map Cards

Map cards- These are usually used to cater for guests that are out of town and may have some difficulty in finding their way to the wedding ceremony or to the reception site.

If it is true that the wedding invitation is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of your wedding ensemble, you may have a good reason. The other aspects of your wedding ensemble are very important as well but this one seems to be particularly important since your wedding invitation style gives your guests an idea about the wedding type, the dress code, the length of ceremony etc.

Your wedding favors should not be forgotten though as they are a token of appreciation and they allow your guests to share in this special moment with you. For wedding favor ideas you can visit our online store at http://www.giftsforshower.com for quality, unique bridal as well as baby shower favors.

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I look forward to hearing from you.

Rhonda Joseph

What Is Your Wedding Type?

WHAT IS YOUR WEDDING TYPE?

In my previous article, we talked about the meaning of colors as they pertain to your wedding. I hope that the article was useful in helping you choose your wedding color. Today I want to look at the different types of wedding there are to help you choose the type of wedding you want. In an effort to help you plan for that special day it is important to determine what category your wedding falls under so that everything can be well coordinated as well as having a wedding that suits your taste and personality. It is crucial to consider the formality of your wedding so that all the components can fit accordingly. Let’s look at the different types of wedding you will be likely to hear about…

Ultra Formal Weddings

If you are hosting an ultra formal wedding you should want a more formal wedding dress and you would want your bridesmaids to wear more formal dresses as well. This type of wedding is one that is filled with tradition where the bride wears an ivory dress, a train and a veil. Length is an important factor here, since, the longer the dress, the more formal is considered to be. The bridal party is also dressed in traditional wear. The groomsmen are dressed in grey or black, the bridesmaids wear full length dresses as well as the mother-in-law. Ultra formal weddings are likely to take place in the traditional church which is beautifully decorated in colors that go with your color scheme and they usually take place in the afternoon or evening.

The color scheme is also an important factor to consider, since colors further define the formality of the event. Darker colors such as black, dark purples, deep reds give off a more formal feel.

Formal Weddings

This type of wedding has many of the characteristics of the traditional ultra formal wedding but on a smaller scale. The wedding dress is floor length as well with a veil and a train. The bridesmaids also wear full length dresses. The groom is likely to be in a tuxedo. This type of wedding will also take place in the afternoon or evening. The bridal party will also be likely to be dressed in the dark colors that were mentioned above.

Gold and silver hues can also look very formal.

Semi Formal Weddings

A semi formal wedding is not as traditional as the ultra formal or the formal and is less elaborate. Your wedding dress can be floor length in white, ivory or you may use a pastel shade. A semi formal bridal party may consist of a bride dressed in a material such as chiffon and may not feature much lace or beading. The veil of the bride may be shorter and a wreath of fresh flowers may be worn.

Informal Weddings

For informal weddings the bride’s dress is usually much shorter. The dress may be knee to mid calf length and may resemble a cocktail or a party dress.  Such brides usually do not wear veils. They may wear instead flowers in their hair. The groom may be dressed in a light suit. Although this type of wedding is without the pomp and glory, it can be as beautifully memorable.

Your bridal party is such an integral part of making your special day more memorable for you. No matter what type of wedding you decide to have it would be e nice gesture to show your appreciation with a bridal shower favor that suits the level of formality of your wedding. You can show your appreciation with appropriate bridesmaids gifts, groomsmen gifts as well as seasonal gifts at

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I hope that you find this article useful in choosing your wedding style.

I look forward to hearing from you.