10 . 09 . 2012
Fun Finds for the groom! Great Vermont made products, dress up the groom and his wedding party with Beau Ties Ltd. of Vermont, and Vermont State Quarter cufflinks by Subway Cufflinks of Etsy. Wood’s Bourbon infused Maple Syrup, delicious treat over Ben & Jerry’s vanilla ice cream. Pour your favorite beer in beautiful handblown Simon Pearce beer tankards. Hit the slopes with a Burton Snowboard.
04 . 30 . 2012
I can’t take my eyes off this stunning purple and green bouquet created by Tedd of Jasper and Prudence Florals . Tedd combined eggplant dutch hydrangea, purple sweet peas and dutch tulips with lime green mini hydrangea to create this beautiful spring bouquet.
Tip: Create beautiful centerpieces for your bridal shower by combining several small bouquets. Rather than giving the traditional centerpiece to one lucky guest, surprise each of your guests with their own take-home bouquet.
Our thanks to Paige Hiller Photography
03 . 05 . 2012
I have lived in Vermont for fifteen years. When I moved here from New York City, I thought that I would spend about two years here and then go back to the home. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would have made Vermont my home. I have travelled a lot throughout my career and one of the things that I like best about living here is the four seasons. Each season has its’ own personality, the landscape transforms itself and you are swept up by its beauty. Spring washes away the mud from the end of the winter season, summer makes you feel like a kid again with swimming in the local lakes and spending evenings roasting marshmallows as you count the stars in the sky, fall and its glorious colors, and winter, tobogganing down the back hill, reading by the fire and intimate dinners with friends.
In Vermont, the beauty of each season can help create a one of a kind backdrop for your wedding day. With four exquisite seasons, you can plan your Vermont wedding for the time of year that best fits your personality and style.
Spring Weddings in Vermont
Each season has its own special charms, but springtime in Vermont holds the promise of all that is new, fresh and full of wonder. Green fields dotted with beautiful wildflowers and apple trees beginning to blossom, coloring the landscape with pastels reminiscent of Monet’s garden, creating the perfect backdrop for your wedding day.
Summer Weddings in Vermont
Summer is a time of lush, pastoral beauty, warm days and long, cool evenings. It is the perfect season to plan an outdoor wedding, whether you envision exchanging your vows in a beautiful garden or charming white clapboard church, lakeside or on a mountaintop. Vermont’s stunning summer landscapes are the perfect stage for your wedding celebration.
Fall Weddings in Vermont
Vermont in autumn has a glorious foliage that is unparalleled, brilliant shades of yellow, orange and crimson light up the trees. Imagine dancing your first dance in a beautifully restored barn set against the dazzling foliage decorating the landscape as you celebrate your new life together.
Winter Weddings in Vermont
Wintertime in Vermont is quintessential New England, its charming villages blanketed in snow. The sharp, fresh aroma of evergreens, the magic of new snow, the twinkle of white holiday lights…winter weddings in Vermont offer a quiet but dramatic beauty. Picture yourself arriving by a horse drawn sleigh, dinning by candlelight, surrounded by your family and closest friends at a romantic inn. Winter weddings are magical in Vermont.
Whatever season you choose, you will be glad you chose Vermont as the perfect setting for your wedding day.
02 . 29 . 2012
Wedding Photography: Plan Ahead
You are getting married in a beautiful location, Vermont. You and your sweetie will be dressed to the nines. You will be glowing with love and excitement. So your portraits are sure to be perfect, right?
Maybe, but a little advance planning never hurts. Scheduling your photography sessions throughout your wedding day and selecting a few locations ahead of time will make for smoother shooting
on the your big day.
Here are some tips:
Think seasonally. If you are marrying in early summer, the most flattering natural light will occur around 6:00 p.m., so your photographer might sneak you out of the reception to take full advantage of the light. For a fall/winter wedding, the sun will set earlier, so consider bumping up your ceremony so you can smile for the camera before 4:00. I love this weather site; check out when the sun will set at your wedding location, down to the minute.
Quiz your venue. Ask where other couples have had their portraits shot as you tour your reception venue. It will give you a heads up on the best scenic spots.
Take a walk with your photographer. Do a walk through with your photographer at the time of day that you have scheduled your wedding photographs to be taken. Look for soft natural light, interesting surfaces and dramatic hues to get a sense of the best places to strike a pose.
Go off the beaten path. If you are willing to hike up your dress to scramble over rocks, wade through tall grass or otherwise take the road less photographed, it will show in distinctive shots with a relaxed feel. (Bring an extra pair of shoes or boots. Don’t be afraid to play.)
Now that you’re prepped, some ideas for picture-perfect settings:
Woods: Trees create a darker background that often contrasts nicely with white/ivory wedding gowns. If you are near an orchard, walk through the blossoming rows of apple trees. Get adventurous,
climb a tree or run through the tall fern.
Mountains: Hop on the chair lift or gondola and take a ride up to the top of the mountain. Have fun, go sledding with your wedding party on a tobaggan or throw on your skis and take your first run as Mr. and Mrs.
In town: Explore your venue’s town, amble down main street, walk over the covered bridge or have an ice cream at the local creamery. Not only will you snag memorable photos, but the setting will also give you a sense of place when you look back at those photographs in 20 years.
Waterfront: Take a stroll along the beach or to the end of a dock, or jump from rock to rock in a stream. Play! Sit on the dock and let your feet dangle in the water, get in a canoe or build a sandcastle.
Have fun with your photographer!
02 . 20 . 2012
Why a Wedding Planner?
Just as people seek professional expertise to help them through other big days: an accountant for tax day; a real estate agent for buying your first home; an Ob/Gyn and midwife to help prepare for that due date; a couple’s wedding day is a momentous occasion, a major investment and an event that most approach as novices.
Sticker shock, indecision, family pressure, logistical road blocks and time constraints are common stressors that couples face after the initial joy and excitement of getting engaged. How to navigate multiple locations; ceremony, cocktail, dinner and dancing? Where to acknowledge a lost loved one? When to have the first dance? How to word the invitations? Transportation? Hotel blocks? Getting married is not complicated: it is a decision between two people in love made into law; but having a wedding is about much more than that.
A wedding is a gift, a celebration, a custom, a rite…an EVENT with many details, big and small to negotiate. Planning a wedding takes time and effort.
A wedding planner can provide you with information on how to organize your ideas, what logistics to consider, how to create a budget, stay within the budget and get the best value within your budget, what questions to ask wedding professionals and much, much more. The wedding planner is a resource when it comes to etiquette, ritual, tradition and creativity
and a person whose experience, calm and professionalism can help create a stress free planning process in the months leading up to the wedding day.
Of course, there is some flexibility around what a Wedding Planner/Coordinator can offer.
Wedding Management, sometimes referred to as “Day-of” or “Month-of” coordination, includes services like:
•Vendor management and confirmation of finalized vendor contracts
•Development of a detailed itinerary for the wedding day
•Wedding rehearsal management
•Day-of coordination of wedding professionals, venue(s), family, wedding party, guests and couple
•Ceremony assistance: set up, program distribution, timing and cues
•Reception set-up: seating arrangement/name cards, guest sign-in, favors, etc.
•Reception direction: cuing speeches, dances, cake cutting, etc.
•Collaboration with other professionals, to ensure that the couple’s needs are met
•Securing of important items in a location prior to the end of the event
•Delivery of final payment and gratuities on the wedding day to vendors
Wedding Planning and/or Coordination Services, may also include the following, in addition to wedding management services:
•Recommendations of Wedding professionals
•Assistance in reviewing and negotiating wedding vendors contracts
•Wedding vendor coordination and management throughout the planning stages and wedding day
•Budget mindfulness and management
•Management of payment schedule
•Venue research for rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception sites
•Creative input and design assistance; color palette, decor, lighting, room layout, favors, etc.
•Ongoing meetings and site inspections with the couple or on the couple’s behalf
•Transportation, accommodation and activity recommendations for guests
•Timeline and ongoing task list leading up to wedding day
•Assist the couple with anything from straight forward “wedding management” to full-service coordination: engagement to honeymoon
A La Carte services are any that are added on top of an existing package and charged at an hourly rate. A couple might hire their planner, additionally, to deliver hotel welcome baskets, assemble favors or write up an itinerary of no-host activities available over the wedding weekend, for example.
On-Site Coordinators are provided by the venue and is often the primary contact at the wedding venue. However, this person’s role in working with or even communicating with the couple can vary dramatically. The “on-site coordinator” is different than an independent wedding planner in that:
1. An “on-site coordinator” is often regarded as interchangeable. At some venues the couple may be told the day before the wedding, that so-and-so will actually be acting as the
on-site contact for the day, instead of the person who has served as their main contact in the months leading up to their wedding.
2. An “on-site coordinator” may be in charge of multiple weddings at their venue per weekend, which can lead to less individualized care and attention and presumptions of the
“but we always put the gift table here” variety.
3. Perhaps most importantly, an “on-site coordinator” is responsible to their venue, first and the couple second.
A good “on-site coordinator” at the venue definitely has their place in the overall production of the wedding and they are often a pleasure for the independent wedding planner to collaborate with, but it’s important for the couple to understand what each of their roles are and how they will work in tandem on your wedding day.
A venue’s On-site coordinator will:
•provide a personalized tour of the venue
•provide a preferred vendor list of wedding professionals (however these lists do not always include the best wedding vendors and may include paid advertisements)
•act as a menu consultant for food and beverage selections (if this service is provided by the venue)
•outline all of the event items and ensure that these are communicated to the operational staff of the venue
•create an “estimate of charges” outlining the your financial commitments to the venue
•create a floor plan of the function space in order for the you to provide seating arrangements
•oversee the ceremony and reception set-up
•oversee venue operations
•be the on-site liaison between your wedding planner/coordinator and the venue staff
•review your numbers and details prior to completion of the final venue bill
An independent Wedding Planner/Coordinator will:
•assist with etiquette and protocol: family dynamics, ceremony and reception details
•create a detailed timeline and contact list for the wedding day, including getting ready, transportation, photographs, ceremony, reception and events surrounding
•work with the couple to organize and coordinate the wedding rehearsal, and remind the wedding party of all pertinent times and “don’t forgets” for the day of the wedding
•confirm timing and details with all wedding professionals associated with the wedding several days prior to the wedding
•act as the liaison between the family, wedding party, band/DJ, florist, photographer and other wedding professionals to create a seamless overall operation
•assist the couple personally on their wedding day and help with any additional needs of the wedding party
•assist the wedding party with their personal flowers and other accessories
•set up programs, place cards, favors, guest book, champagne flutes and personal items or other wedding details
•line up and cue the bridal party and musicians for the ceremony
•collect any personal items for the couple at the conclusion of the reception
A skilled wedding planner’s knowledge, credentials and involvement in the world of weddings is part of their investment in preparing to act as a partner with their clients, helping them put on a fantastic, beautiful, distinctive event of which they can be truly proud.
This is a partnership where the couple makes the final decisions, as the wedding planner consults and assists, leading them to straight forward decision making, saving them time and adding value to their wedding investment. The wedding planner acts as a trusted advocate and ally for couples and is sometimes a counselor to apprehensive family members or riled up friends.
The chemistry and trust between a wedding planner and the hiring couple is very important. Couples should seek out a planner they feel comfortable with and then evaluate that planner based on experience, enthusiasm, ethics, professionalism and credentials.
I have had the pleasure of working with both of our talented wedding planners, Janet of Janet Dunnington Destination Weddings and Nancy of NJoy Events, please take the time to look at their portfolios and visit their websites.
Happy Planning!
02 . 15 . 2012
We are so excited here at Vermont Wedding Style. Six months ago we were contacted by
Jennifer Stein, Editor in Chief and Publisher of Destination I Do Magazine, to help her write a
feature story about Vermont and ten fabulous wedding venues throughout the state. We
received our copy in January and were thrilled to see our three page spread in print. Check
out the newest issue of Destination I Do Magazine, Spring 2012.
America, Sea to Shining Sea. For couples looking to plan a domestic destination wedding check out the state of Vermont and these 10 fabulous wedding venues.
02 . 06 . 2012
Same-sex marriage in Vermont began on September 1, 2009. Vermont was the first state to introduce civil unions in July 2000, encompassing the same legal rights and responsibilities of marriage.
FAQ for Same-Sex Couples Who Want to Marry in Vermont
If I am already joined in civil union, what happens to my civil union on September 1?
Vermont’s new law, S.115, will not affect existing civil unions, or civil unions celebrated before September 1, 2009. If you are joined in civil union, you will remain joined in civil union unless you legally dissolve your relationship by court order, or unless one of the parties to the civil union dies. If you are joined in civil union and would like to legally marry your civil union partner, you may do so by going through the same steps as any other couple. No new civil union licenses will be issued after September 1, 2009.
What if either of us was married or joined in civil union before?
If your spouse or civil union partner has died, you are free to marry. The clerk will ask the date your spouse or civil union partner died. If you are divorced, you may remarry after the date on which your previous marriage or civil union was legally dissolved.
Does Vermont have a residency requirement for marriage?
Vermont does not have a residency requirement for marriage. Vermont does, however, have a residency requirement for divorce. Non-resident same-sex couples who legally marry in Vermont and then later split up may find it difficult to get a divorce, depending on where they live. Non-resident same-sex couples should keep this in mind when deciding whether to marry in Vermont.
If I am not a Vermont resident and I marry my partner in Vermont, what happens when I return to my home state?
Although ordinarily a couple that’s legally married in one state is considered legally married everywhere, same-sex couples who legally marry in Vermont may find that their own state, or other states, do not respect the legal marriage for the purpose of specific legal protections (or even for all purposes). You should consult an attorney in your own state for advice about the likely impact of your legal
marriage back in your home state.
If my partner and I get legally married, will we be entitled to Social Security
Survivor Benefits and other federal law protections?
Social Security is a federal law program. Now that same-sex couples can legally marry in Vermont, we are closer to getting these and other federal protections, but we do not have these protections yet. Federal law currently does not recognize, for federal law purposes, otherwise valid marriages between same-sex partners. This restriction is the subject of a constitutional challenge in a pending court
case, and may be the target of repeal efforts in Congress. For now, the federal government is not recognizing valid marriages between same-sex partners.
Who will be able to get married in Vermont?
Two people who are each at least 18 years old can marry in Vermont. If you are at least 16, but under 18, you will need the consent of a parent or guardian. Your parent or guardian should go with you to the town clerk’s office to sign an affidavit giving you permission to marry. (The affidavit is on the back of the marriage license and is a legal part of the license.) Effective September 1, 2009, nobody under the age of 16 will be able to marry in Vermont.
Do we need a marriage license? Do we need blood tests?
You will need a license, but you do not need blood tests, and there is no waiting period.
Where do we get a marriage license and how much does it cost?
Licenses are issued by Vermont town clerks. If both parties are Vermont residents, you may go to the town clerk in either of your towns of residence. If just one of you resides in a Vermont town, you must buy the license in that town. The license costs $45, and is valid for 60 days from the date it is issued. During that time period, an authorized person must perform your wedding ceremony, otherwise, the license is void.
What if we are not Vermont residents?
If neither party is a Vermont resident, you may get the license from any town clerk in the state.
What information must we provide to get a marriage license?
Basic information about yourselves (names, towns of residence, places and dates of birth), you must also provide your parents’ names, including your mothers’ maiden names, and their places of birth. (A certified copy of your birth certificate can supply most of this information). Vermont law requires that at least one of you sign the license in the presence of the town clerk, certifying that all the
information you provided is correct. However, most town clerks prefer to see both of you in person before issuing your license. The law requires that town clerks satisfy themselves that you are both free to marry under Vermont laws. Therefore, they may legally ask to see documented proof of your statements (birth certificates, divorce decrees, death certificates, etc.). You will also be asked to provide information about your race, the highest grade you completed in school, the number of previous marriages, and how they ended. This information is confidential and does not become part of the marriage certificate.
Can a license be issued through the mail? Can we be married by proxy?
No. A marriage license cannot be issued through the mail, and you cannot be married by proxy.
Where can we get married?
With a valid Vermont license, you can be married anywhere in Vermont, but only in Vermont.
Who can marry us? Do we need witnesses?
A Supreme Court justice, a superior court judge, a district judge, a judge of probate, an assistant judge, a justice of the peace or an ordained or licensed member of the clergy residing in Vermont can perform your wedding ceremony. A clergy person residing in an adjoining state or country can marry you if his or her church, temple, mosque, or other religious organization lies wholly or partly in Vermont. A clergy member residing in some other state or in Canada can marry you if he or she first obtains a special authorization from the probate court in the district where the marriage will take place. In addition, any person who is over the age of 18 may register with the Secretary of State to become a temporary officiant to a marriage. A person who has filled out the registration form and who has paid the registration fee of $100 will receive a certificate authorizing the person to solemnize a specific Vermont marriage. The individual’s authority to solemnize that marriage will expire at the same time as the corresponding license. For information on registering to be a temporary officiant visit www.sec.state.vt.us or call 802-828-2148. Vermont law does not require witnesses for a legal marriage.
What do we do with the license? What happens to it after the ceremony?
By law, you must deliver the license to the person who will conduct your wedding ceremony before the marriage can be performed. After the ceremony, the person who performs the ceremon (officiant) will complete the sections concerning the date, place and officiant information, and sign your license. At that point, the license becomes a marriage certificate. The officiant must return the certificate to the town clerk’s office where it was issued within 10 days after the wedding, so that your marriage can be officially registered. If the officiant has registered with the Secretary of State as a temporary officiant, a copy of the certificate of authority issued by the Secretary of State should be attached to the signed license and returned to the clerk’s office. The certificate is not a complete legal document until it has been recorded in the town clerk’s office where it was purchased.
How do we get a copy of our marriage certificate?
At the time you buy your marriage license, you can arrange with the town clerk to mail you a certified copy of your certificate as soon as your marriage has been recorded. The cost is $10 for the certified copy along with the $45 for the license purchase ($10 + $45 = $55). Or, two weeks or more after the ceremony, you can request, in person or in writing, additional copies from the town clerk’s office where you bought your license for the same $10 fee. Or, six or more weeks after your ceremony, you may request, in person or in writing, a certified copy from the Vermont Department of Health, Vital Records Unit for $10. In either case, you will receive a copy of the original certificate, embossed with the town or state seal, signed and dated by the appropriate official. This copy is accepted for all legal purposes as proof of a valid marriage.
Information provided courtesy of Vermont Freedom to Marry Task Force. For more information about same-sex marriage, visit www.vtfreetomarry.org.
The Blue Horse Inn
The Blue Horse Inn is the ideal setting for an intimate winter wedding. With sweeping grounds overlooking the Ottauquechee River and Mt. Tom, ten gracious rooms to accommodate your wedding party, sophisticated common spaces that your guests will love, and easy access to Woodstock village, the Blue Horse Inn offers the perfect balance of luxury and intimacy for your special celebration.
The Pitcher Inn
Weddings at The Pitcher Inn are a perfect blend of sophistication and country elegance. Set in the village of Warren, Vermont nestled in the Green Mountains; the inn takes on the feel of a comfortable country home. The team at The Pitcher Inn is eager to work with you to create a memorable occasion for you and your guests. Your family and friends will be treated to an incredible pairing of extraordinary food and wine, while surrounded by beautiful accommodations that exude warmth and classic sophistication.
Swift House Inn
Beautiful mountains, rolling valleys, lakes, and streams provide the backdrop for a beautiful Vermont Wedding at the Swift House Inn. Located in historic Middlebury, Vermont, this former governor’s mansion is Middlebury’s only classic Vermont country inn and offers the essence of New England warmth. The meticulous gardens and grounds create a romantic backdrop for your very special day. The Inn’s 20 rooms can accommodate your wedding guests, and the extensive facilities give you space to spread out, relax, and enjoy the event. Menus tailored to suit your tastes are easily created with gourmet cuisine by the Inn’s culinary team. Our dining rooms can accommodate parties of up to 50 guests. Whether you’re a Middlebury College graduate returning to this lovely area, or someone who just wants to start his/her married life in Vermont, the Swift House Inn is an elegant and intimate choice for a wedding celebration.
The Kedron Valley Inn
One of Vermont’s oldest inns, the Kedron Valley Inn has welcomed visitors to South Woodstock, Vermont, for more than 185 years. With an idyllic location in the picturesque Vermont countryside, the Kedron Valley Inn provides you with the perfect quintessential New England wedding experience. Take a horse and carriage to the South Chapel for your wedding ceremony followed by a delicious dinner in the beautiful dining room of the inn. For an intimate destination wedding celebration that both you and your friends will remember forever, the Kedron Valley Inn is a perfect choice.
The Reluctant Panther
Named one of America’s Top 10 Most Romantic Inns, The Reluctant Panther is a perfect choice for an intimate winter wedding. Located in the heart of Manchester Village, the Reluctant Panther offers 20 beautiful rooms and features contemporary American cooking in a relaxed yet elegantly upscale atmosphere, that has earned the praise “Manhattan quality”. For the ultimate wedding experience, book the entire inn and enjoy your own private estate.
Edson Hill Manor
Once, the secluded country estate of a Colorado mining prospector, Edson Hill Manor, in Stowe, Vermont, is now a romantic Country Inn and Restaurant. Situated on 50 acres of forest and rolling countryside, the Manor overlooks Vermont’s untouched Worcester range. Edson Hill offers you nationally recognized dining, with a wine cellar that has repeatedly won the prestigious Wine Spectators award. Twenty five guest rooms, beautifully appointed common rooms and courteous well trained staff combine to make your wedding celebration memorable.
The Four Chimneys Inn
The Four Chimneys Inn is the quintessential old Bennington mansion. The Inn and Restaurant is a wonderfully inviting New England inn situated on eleven magnificent acres in the historic neighborhood of Old Bennington, Vermont. With only eleven beautifully appointed rooms, the inn has an intimate, yet grand feel that is reminiscent of the graceful summer homes of days gone by.
A perfect choice for an intimate wedding celebration.
01 . 30 . 2012
As you begin to plan your Vermont Wedding, keep these three questions in mind:
How can we make it feel like us?
How can we make it unique?
How can we make our guests completely comfortable?
Build Excitement for Your Guests
A few weeks before the wedding, send each of your guests a teaser via mail to get them excited for the upcoming events. Some ideas: a map/guidebook with the location of your wedding ceremony and reception highlighted/bookmarked or include a gift that’s super-specific to your destination: maple syrup, Lake Champlain Chocolates, gourmet roasted coffee fromVermont Coffee Company or a bottle of local wine or beer from one of our local breweries, Long Trail .
Help Guests Pack for Your Wedding
Add a section to your wedding website that makes prepping for the trip a piece of cake. In addition to giving guests a heads-up about all the special events they’ll be attending, include dress-code information and a list of things they won’t want to leave home without, such as sneakers, hiking boots or snow boots (if you have any hikes planned), a bathing suit and sunscreen (for a day swimming in one of Vermont’s pristine lakes), ski boot and skis (for a day of winter fun on the slopes) and a shawl for Vermont’s cool summer nights . It is a great way to lend a helping hand while giving your friends and family a sneak peek at the events you’re planning.
Connect Wedding Guests with One Another
Create a “Looking for Someone” directory to help your guests track someone down throughout the weekend. Make some extras and give them to your wedding party, family, friends and wedding planner to have on hand wherever they are.
Create a Guest Newsletter
A newsletter will fill in your guests on everything they need to know about the wedding weekend, timeline of events, local hotspots and special activities they won’t want to miss.
Stock Your Guests’ Rooms
You don’t have to go overboard, but a few bottles of water and a handful of snacks that satisfy guests’ sweet and salty cravings, Woodstock Granola/Trail Mix, is a thoughtful touch. And don’t forget the kids, milk and cookies, Tipped Cow Cookies, and crayons and coloring books will definitely be well received. A local map, guidebook and a disposable camera will help create a great memento of the trip.
Serve a Bag Lunch
Work with a local restaurant, Woodstock Farmers Market, to coordinate bagging up portable picnics that guests can enjoy on a hike or tote to a daytime excursion. Keep the fare simple, a sandwich, drink, snack and dessert that will not spoil. Toss in a handwritten “Happy Picnicking” note plus a napkin that matches your wedding palette.
Thank Your Wedding Party
If possible, take your bridesmaids and groomsmen on a surprise excursion, a kayak/canoe adventure, ride the gondola to the top of a mountain and have a picnic lunch waiting for you, mountain biking, fly fishing or perhaps a balloon ride overlooking the exquisite vistas of Vermont as a thank you for being in the wedding. Don’t have the time? Give them something they can use again and again. For the groomsmen: a fabulous barbecue set. Simon Pearce has exquisite hand blown glass that your bridesmaids will love.
Say “Good Night” to Your Guests
Arrange for hotel staffers to leave a different sweet treat on guests’ pillows every night. Think chocolate, salted caramels (my favorite) and truffles to dark chocolate chevre brownies (Bobby Flay’s Favorite!). Laughing Moon Chocolates and Vermont Brownie Company are just a few of my favorites. For the kids, adding a gift of a different storybook each night is a sweet touch.
Postcards Instead of a Guest Book
Instead of a guest book, give your guests pre-addressed postcards before they leave for home. Ask them to jot down their favorite moment from the weekend, then mail the cards your way while you’re honeymooning. You will return home to a mailbox full of memories.
Thanking Your Wedding Guests
Friends and family have traveled a long way to celebrate with you and putting your personal stamp on everything they touch is a way of letting them know how much you appreciate their being there. Taking the time to incorporate a few of our ideas is a wonderful way to say “Thank You”.
