HOW TO AVOID A WEDDING DAY CATASTROPHE
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"Sometimes in working with a couple where there are uncomfortable family situations, we decide to give a floral corsage/boutonnière to the stepfather, stepmother or grandparent. I often remind the bride and groom that 'it's only a flower' and sometimes a little thoughtfulness can help to heal bad feelings. If nothing else, it will help to create a positive ambiance for your event and show that you are doing your part to make things go smoothly for all."

"Planning a wedding is a little like 'doing the marriage' as all the emotions and situations that a couple encounters in an actual marriage will come up. The bride and groom will find themselves (possibly for the first time in some cases) dealing with budgetary issues, emotions, parent participation/interference, priorities, negotiating, scheduling, planning, organizational skills, and handling stress — just to name a few. A good coordinator can assist the couple in dealing with issues responsively and keep the lines of communication open."

"Keep your wedding coordinator appraised of any changes in your schedule. One bride who lived in Los Angeles had planned to drive up to the Bay Area on a Friday with her dress. To her surprise, the alterations were not complete by Friday. She had to wait through the weekend and into Monday of her wedding week before departing. Not only did this cause her unnecessary stress and anxiety just before her wedding, it completely threw off the rest of the wedding schedule. Vendors, guests and wedding party members all had to be notified, schedules had to be rearranged, etc. It was stressful for all and could have been avoided with a few simple phone calls. Remember to include your wedding coordinator at every step of the way, and you'll always be sure to have a seamless event."

Contact Dreamcatcher Events to take the stress out of planning while staying within your budget.

Phone: (925) 947-3999

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PUBLISHED ARTICLES

The Golden Rules for Wedding Planning
(from the "wedding" section of SheKnows.com)

Wedding Magic: Details that Dazzle
(from Hotel F&B Executive Magazine)

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