Movie Scene Duplicaton for your Wedding

Michael and Renee came to Dream Wedding and Event Planners wanting an outdoor forest feeling for their wedding ceremony inside during the cold and snowy month of March in Michigan.  Michael wanted it to look like the wedding scene in the movie, "Twilight".  We duplicated the general feeling, and they were thrilled.  The venue was the Planterra Conservatory in West Bloomfield, Michigan.  It was everything they had dreamed of and hoped for.  Photos courtesy of Jess and Nate.

Glamorous Cake Stands for Your Wedding Cake

A Swarovski Crystal cake stand will raise your wedding cake to new heights!

You can rent this solid Swarovski Crystal covered cake stand to enhance your event. When it is placed under the lights at your Reception, it will glitter and make your cake the center of attention.

To order this stunning cake plateau or other styles, contact Dream Wedding and Event Planners at 734.582.0200.

Pinterest is the new Online Idea Board

Have you heard of Pinterest yet?  I am sure many of you have, but there are still people out there that have not.  It is the latest online personalized idea board for everyone, whether you are planning a wedding or just want to post and keep track of your dreams, ideas and favorite things.  You just set it up and peruse the web for ideas.  Then you simply "Pin" pictures that you like onto your boards.  See Dream Wedding and Event Planners' boards at http://pinterest.com/weddingdesigner/wedding-and-event-designs/.  It is so much fun you could spend hours "Pinning" and following other "Pinners".  You will probably have to set a timer so the time doesn't get away from you!  Below are some of our "Pins".  You can ask to be invited at www.Pinterest.com.

Your Guests will love a Candy Buffet at your Wedding Reception

Candy Buffets are so popular right now for Wedding Receptions.  At every wedding I have coordinated where they had a candy buffet, the guests could not get enough of it.  You would think only the young adults and children would love this, but all ages gather around to get their bags filled with the candy of their choice.  Most couples choose the old-fashioned candy like Dots or Licorice, but you can step it up a bit with gourmet chocolates that are individually wrapped.  The candy bags can also serve as your Favors.  Whether you hire a candy bar professional or do it yourself, it will definitely be a "hit" at your Reception. 

A True Vintage Wedding!

Love Vintage?  Go all out with the old car, the dress, the shoes, and we can't leave out the suspenders!  You can tailor your entire wedding from ceremony to reception with gorgeous vintage chairs, centerpieces and decor.  You could even have an old time soda machine for your guests to enjoy - ice cold right out of the chest!  The sky is the limit, so why not have fun with it and make it "one for the books"?

Sometimes the Flower Girl is shy about walking down the aisle alone.  Sometimes it's the Ring Bearer.  One of the best ways to handle this situation is to have them walk together.  The tradition of the flower girl dropping petals and the ring bearer carrying the pillow can be switched out with this super cute idea of having the little boy carry a sign around his neck that reads, "Here comes the bride" while holding hands with the adorable little flower girl.

Wedding Reception: Selecting the Right Location

Now that you're engaged, you are embarking on the search for the perfect ceremony and reception sites.  Before you get started, here is a list of what you need to know:

1.   Figure out how many guests you plan to invite.
2.   Determine your budget - the most amount of money you want to spend on absolutely everything.
3.   Hire Dream Wedding and Event Planners for their expertise and advice. It can be overwhelming.
4.   How do you want your ceremony and reception to feel to you and your guests? 
5.   Make sure your reception venue is "roomy" enough to comfortably fit all of your guests.
6.   When you are standing the room, try to visualize where everything will happen.       
7.   Look for columns or any obstructions that might block your guests' view.
8.   How private is your reception space for your party?
9.   Lighting is key.  Try to visit you space at the exact time of day you are planning the event.
10. Determine if the curtains/carpet will blend with your color selection.
11.  Does the room have good acoustics so your music sounds good?
12.  Make sure there is plenty of parking.

These are just the "tip of the iceberg", but important elements to keep in mind during your search.  Dream Wedding and Event Planners will assist you in every aspect of your planning journey.  They will help you with every detail, often addressing pros and cons that you would not be aware of.