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Serve up a welcome beverage
“Champagne is always the answer. Have glasses of champagne (and non-alcoholic options!) passed out to guests as they arrive for the ceremony. It sets a luxurious tone for the day and why doesn’t love a pre-ceremony beverage?” – Mandy Connor, Owner, Hummingbird Events & Design
Handwritten Calligraphy Notes
“Last but not least, imagine your guests finding personalized notes at their seats. Handwritten, maybe with a little memory or a thank-you in beautiful calligraphy. It’s a heartfelt, simple way to make everyone feel truly part of your special day.” – Elizabeth M Kane, Founder, Bridal Musings
Offer guests a late night snack
“Adding a late-night snack to your reception timeline is well worth the extra dough. Guests have been dancing and drinking for 3-4 hours at this point, so they will thank you for this one in the morning!” – Rachel, Rachel Red Photography
Hire a professional assistant!
“Hiring a planning team that provides a bridal assistant or has access to suggest a reputable bridal assistant vendor is so important to the success of a smooth and memorable wedding day! Having a professional bridal assistant present to take care of all the little things while getting ready will make the day so much more relaxing and allow you, your family and your friends to be fully present, allowing you to soak it all in, and truly enjoy the day. The benefit of investing in this service is having a designated, experienced assistant there to steam or press garments, assist with all attire preparation for everyone in the bridal party, accompany bridal party while taking photos, have emergency sewing kits and other needed supplies on hand, be a direct line of contact to your planning team to communicate any changes or immediate needs and so much more! We think this is a little something special that can lead to the most unforgettable day. There is nothing better than looking and feeling your best and feeling completely taken care of on such a special day!” – The A Charleston Bride Team
Silk Pocket Squares or Scarves
“For a touch of class, how about silk pocket squares for the gents and elegant scarves for the ladies? It’s a stylish way to add a bit of luxury to their outfits, and they get to keep them as a chic memento.” – Elizabeth M Kane, Founder, Bridal Musings
Wear a wedding fragrance
“Do you want to remember exactly how you felt when you saw each other on your wedding day? A scent can immediately trigger a detailed memory, so picking a brand-new fragrance for you and your partner to wear is a worthy splurge.” – Rachel, Rachel Red Photography
