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Why You Need a Pre-Engagement Party Registry—and What to Put On It

February 14, 2018 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

Source: Brides 

Engagement Party Registry

Who’d have thought that a list of gifts you’d like to get could be so complicated? While the concept seems simple (and you’ve been making birthday wish lists since before you could write!), putting together a registry for your wedding comes with its own set of etiquette rules and some serious subtleties. For example, have you ever thought about when you should put your registry together? If you assumed it will be fine as long as it’s done before your invitations go out, you’re wrong. Your registry should actually be started before your engagement party! Before you object, hear us out—and take a look at the registry items you should add first.

A wedding registry before the engagement party? Yes, we’re serious, and here’s why. While gifts aren’t expected at engagement parties, many of your friends and close family members will still want to mark the occasion with a little something. Sure, they could show up with a bottle of bubbly or a classic silver-toned frame, but it would be nice as the guests of honor to give them a little guidance before they head to the store. Starting your registry early means that you might end up getting a few items you and your partner actually want, even this early on in the process.

So what should you register for? Since it’s not quite time for guests to splurge on bigger-ticket items (which usually make an appearance at bridal showers and for the wedding itself), stick to items that fall in the $100 or less category. You and your S.O. may not have taken stock of your lives (or browed the shelves of your local Target or Williams-Sonoma) quite yet, so opt for classic registry items that you know you’ll want no matter what. Not sure where to begin? Here are 6 items that are tried-and-true registry staples, and will fit seamlessly into nearly any home design scheme.

See all of the gifts here.

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The Return of Cool…Tuxedos

February 10, 2018 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

As with all trends they eventually circle back to the classics. Menswear for 2018 is no exception. This year brides and grooms are turning away from the trendier styles of the past and upgrading (in our humble opinion) to a more timeless silhouette.

The classic tuxedo has fully made its comeback in bridal, but it doesn’t mean that there’s just one style for men. Within the world of formal wear there are many silhouettes and ways to differentiate yourself from all the other guys in “penguin suits.” We want to make sure our Ashley & Alexandria’s clients know their options. Below are different areas where men can stylize their looks and really stand out on their big day and at other important events.

Style: Black or white jacket? Peaked or shawl collar? Grosgrain or satin lapels? Still think all tuxedos are the same? Well, that’s not quite the case. Even though you’re wearing a classic tuxedo, there are many ways to pick a look that is tailored to the formality and tone of your event. These subtle changes add up to a look that can accentuate specific aspects of the grooms personal style.

Tuxedo

That’s Really Cool

Bow Ties: While opting for a crisp satin black bow tie is certainly a classic option, you and your groomsmen can look stylish and unique by spicing it up with color. You can also experiment with new materials including wood and feathers!

Tuxedo

One Wed

Socks: This trend is going nowhere and we’re happy to see it stick around. Colorful and coordinated “sockwear” is a great way for the groomsmen to highlight their look, without the guests even knowing. Bonus points for grooms who attempt this. The photos of all the groomsmen with their socks is becoming one of our favorites!

Tuxedo

Dunhill

There are many ways to stand out with style at your wedding. Stop by Ashley & Alexandria’s today to check out our selection of men’s tuxedos by Rondinelli and Dunhill!

– Ryan McClure

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5 Things No One Tells You About Being a Best Man

June 7, 2017 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

Source: Martha Stewart Weddings

Your best bro is getting hitched, or as you like to think, “another good man bites the dust.” You’d take down a zombie posse to protect this dude, so naturally you’ll do the ultimate wingman duty and stand by his side as he ditches singledom for good. You already know what happens at a bachelor party in Vegas stays in Vegas and you have been told you look good in a tux. Cakewalk. You got this. But take heed from best men past: There’s a little more that goes into this honorable job of being a best man than taking a few shots for the wedding team.

Best Man

You have to say, “yes”—a lot.

What happened to Iron Man, the guy who could singlehandedly open a beer bottle top with his teeth and debut his bare, painted chest in 30-degree weather? He seems to have been replaced by a shirt-tucking, hair-parting prepster who really did not like it when you told him his pink whale-clad cummerbund reminded you of your grandmother’s toilet seat cover. This new version of your BFF is suddenly sensitive and left his sense of humor back in college.

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