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Seven Items You Need to Include in Your Wedding Day Emergency Kit

November 13, 2019 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

It is your big day. There are levels of excitement, nervousness, and emotions that have come to the surface. Between the ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, and the events surrounding the wedding, there is so much to think about. One item you can’t forget is your wedding day emergency kit. You can pack it yourself or get a kit with the items that are included. We gathered some tips from real brides. Here are some of the items they shared that are essential for your kit.

Ashley & Alexandria’s Designer Spotlight: Victor Harper is Elegant and Classic

June 5, 2019 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

Victor Harper Bridal Collection is Elegant and Classic

At Ashley & Alexandria’s we have some of the top bridal designers at our Southfield, Michigan Bridal Boutique. Some designers sell exclusively to us. This is important so our brides can have the best options when it comes to choosing their bridal gown.

This edition of our designer spotlight is Victor Harper. We are happy to add him to our collection of designers at our boutique. The Victor Harper collection is inspired by “the musings of feminine sophistication, elegance, and sensuality,” according to the designer’s website.

How Soon After Getting Engaged Should You Build a Wedding Registry?

April 3, 2019 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

Source: Martha Stewart Weddings

They say timing is everything, and that’s certainly true when planning a wedding. You have to book a caterer early on to ensure you get the one you want. The same goes for the photographer and the band or DJ, and, though it’s a product and not a service, a custom wedding dress must be ordered many, many months before your big day to guarantee it’s ready on time. But when it comes to filling out a wedding registry, what’s the deal? Here are a couple of things to know about when to register. [Read more…] about How Soon After Getting Engaged Should You Build a Wedding Registry?

Who’s Responsible for Hosting the Post-Wedding Brunch?

February 7, 2019 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

Source: Martha Stewart Weddings

The post-wedding, or morning-after, brunch is a nice way to end the wedding festivities. It’s especially popular at weekend-long and destination weddings since guests are already staying over. The brunch gives everyone time to chat in an informal setting, and this event can be held anywhere from a family member’s backyard to the café at the hotel where everyone’s staying. [Read more…] about Who’s Responsible for Hosting the Post-Wedding Brunch?

The Wedding Trends to Keep and Ditch in 2019 According to Wedding Planners

January 16, 2019 by aaadmin Leave a Comment

Source: Brides

With the new year comes new engagements, new brides-to-be (welcome, ladies!), and new wedding trends. And while we’re still excited about the trends and creative ideas we saw in 2018—think games for guests, statement bridal hats, and basically anything Harry and Meghan did—we, like you, are also ready to dive into the world of weddings for 2019.

Which is why we called on some of the industry’s top wedding planners to see exactly what they’re predicting for the new year. You’ll have to keep scrolling to see exactly what they said below, but one thing is certain: The rules are all out. Think mismatched bridesmaids dresses, coeds on each side of the aisle, and more. Also out? Wedding welcome bags and expensive favors (don’t worry, we’ll get to that later). In terms of what’s in, the experts say we’re all still obsessed with the world’s hottest power couple (hi, Harry and Meghan!) so feel free to continue copying the royal wedding’s statement church entrance, meaningful ceremony touches, and unexpected reception details. They’re also excited to see couples experiment with fresh color palettes and put unexpected twists on the traditional wedding in the year come to. [Read more…] about The Wedding Trends to Keep and Ditch in 2019 According to Wedding Planners