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Real Wedding: Charlotte & Jeremy

November 10, 2021 No Comments

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Dreaming of a forest wedding? Charlotte & Jeremy said “I do” at Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, OH, where leaves were already molten-red. How romantic, isn’t it? It was such an honor that Charlotte had choosen Cocomelody wedding dresses for her big day. She was absolutely one of the most beautiful bride with Cocomelody A-Line wedding dress Mona. Read on to see how was Charlotte’s experience with Cocomelody! Photo Credit: @jesswoodsphoto @callybeb;Dress style #LD5833 Mona Any advice or tips for future Mrs.? Don’t forget to keep the day about you and your partner! Make sure you have a checklist!! What was the inspiration behind your wedding theme: We enjoy nature and hiking so we knew we wanted our elopement to be somewhere beautiful. We were originally supposed to marry out in Washington state in mount rainier NP… but covid happened so we stayed put in Ohio last minute! Tell us your love story! Where & How did he propose? We started dating in the fall of 2012, fast forward to fall of 2019… we were renting a cabin with our two dogs down in hocking hills. It was a perfect fall weekend. Cold. Rainy. All the beautiful colors!! We went on […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Having A Wedding Rehearsal

November 10, 2021 No Comments

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5 Wedding-Planning Tasks You Can Delegate to Friends & Family

November 9, 2021 No Comments

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Photo Credit: The Big Affair

Think Small

The hardest part of delegating is letting go of control. But when your to-do list is a mile long, it’s time to let go of some of the smaller tasks — the ones that are hard to mess up. “Ask you friends and family to help with the small tasks — alphabetize your place cards for the venue, wrap the favors, deliver the guest baskets and itineraries to hotel, etc.,” recommend the experts at Michelle’s Catering. “Your friends, bridesmaids, family, and young cousins will all be willing to do a task each — just think about how many errands you need. Each person will feel special and involved with even the smallest task.”

Everyone Else’s Wedding-Day Attire

“Take one more wedding planning task off your plate and have your wedding party and your VIPs (mother of the bride, mother of the groom, father of the bride, father of the groom, etc.) handle purchasing all of their wedding day fashion and accessories. But you want to make sure they know all the pertinent information, like colors, styles, and where to purchase, to delegate this to each person,” says Matt Ramirez, SVP of Marketing, Generation Tux. “You and your partner can design exactly what you want everyone to wear, assign their roles, and send them a link to do everything on their own. They can just input their fit info, shipping address, and check out — easy for them and for you!”

Preliminary Research

“Finding your wedding venue can feel like a monumental task, but don’t feel like you have to do it alone! Researching venues online is a duty you can delegate — and it’s something that anyone can do from the comfort of their couch,” says Jenna Miller, Creative Director of Here Comes The Guide. “Give your venue-hunting helpers some guidelines including geographic location, a budgetary range, an estimated guest count, and anything that’’ high on your priority list (do you want an outdoor ceremony space? In-house catering? On-site accommodations? etc.). And of course, you’ll need to let them know what style of venue you’re looking for — whether it’s rustic farmhouse or modern industrial. Once they have this shortlist of criteria, they can help you zero in on the venues that fit.”

DIY Projects and Assembly

One of the most common mistakes we see is taking on too many DIY projects, without realizing how much time and effort really goes into each project. “You don’t need to be the one assembling 100 invitation suites at midnight — or stuffing 85 sets of marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolates into s’mores favor bags!” says Miller. “These types of ‘piecing together’ projects can be delegated to your crafty friends and family members. Just give them the instructions on how to assemble the paper goods or other DIY undertakings, and trust them to bring those projects to fruition. If you don’t want to delegate these things entirely, simply recruit a bit of extra help! Because there’s nothing more fun than a wedding craft party with a couple bottles of wine.”

Tracking RSVPs

“If you’re using snail mail for wedding RSVPs, you’ll need to track them manually. But who says you need to do this yourself? If you have a trusted friend or family member that wants to help, ask if they wouldn’t mind keeping track of the responses. Write their address on the return envelope, and trust them to organize accepts and regrets into a shared Google Sheet,” says Miller. “This way, you’ll have eyes on the responses without the added stress of having to keep track of them yourself.”

TIPS FOR PLANNING THE ULTIMATE FALL/ WINTER WEDDING

November 5, 2021 No Comments

Make the most of your wedding with these incredible fall/winter planning tips: The wedding season is upon us, and we are all excited. Whether you are embracing the foliage of fall or the stark serenity of winters, it is sure to be a unique experience. However, planning for these seasons can be challenging. At Cocomelody, we not only bring you stunning wedding dresses but also some essential tips for planning your fall/winter wedding smoothly. Photo Credit: @marina.christine.photography; Dress style code:LINDA #LD5780 BOOK A SCENIC VENUE Fall/winter is the best time of the year to book a scenic spot. Booking a venue beforehand will keep you at ease and also wow your guests. But, find a venue with both indoor as well as an outdoor setting. Get dressed, complementing the climate, and also plan your photoshoot accordingly. NOTIFY GUESTS EARLY ON Fall/winter is a busy season, and it is a courtesy to give your guests advance time to plan for your wedding. Save-the-date is an excellent starting point for everyone to preparing for the wedding during the holiday season. LOOK AFTER YOUR HEALTH Who would want to sit with an upset stomach, dry/ cracking skin, or seasonal flu just before the […]

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Real Wedding: Kaitlin & Ryan

November 4, 2021 No Comments

Plus size wedding gown in cocomelody, A-Line Court Train Tulle Wedding Dress

The destiny brought Kaitlin and Ryan meet again and made them walk down the aisle in October 2020. The great thing about every bride’s wedding day look is that you can make it completely flatter your body. Here at Cocomelody we claims to make the best fitting wedding dresses for all brides. Kaitlin looks utterly charming with our A-Line Court Train Tulle Wedding Dress, doesn’t she? They had an unforgettable Bohemian Wedding at Missouri. Warmest congratulation to Kaitlin & Ryan! Photo Credit: @Kaitlinkeepsitsharp ; Wedding Dress Style: Zahra #CW2299 Any advice or tips for future Mrs.? Take it one day at a time and enjoy every moment. It all seems to fly by so quickly so enjoy it while it lasts! What was the inspiration behind your wedding theme: It all started with his and eyes favourite colour and then the rest of it just seem to Go from there. Tell us your love story! Where & How did he propose? I met Ryan in the seventh grade where we started the friendship. As we grow up we lost contact. After high school we rekindled and our love just grew from there. He proposed to me with friends while carving […]

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Planning a South Asian Wedding During a Pandemic

November 4, 2021 No Comments

-AS SEEN IN BRIDAL GUIDE MAGAZINE-

south asian wedding
Photo: Manish + Sung Photography

As nimble in hosting intimate micro-weddings as well as large-scale celebrations with up to 800 guests, Jersey City, NJ based Diwan by Design, is especially renowned for visually spectacular South Asian wedding events, a series of jubilant festivities steeped in the rituals and traditions of the bride and groom’s families’ culture. In riding the roller coaster of the pandemic of 2020, Sneh says, “I have always asked my clients, ‘What are the three things you cannot live without for your wedding?’ Before the pandemic couples might say food, music, decor. Now it has shifted to specific moments, such as father/daughter dance, exchanging vows and having my grandparents attend. Based on their answers, we do whatever we can to make that happen.”

south asian wedding
Photo: Manish + Sung Photography

Favorite Moments from Pre-Pandemic Weddings

“One highlight of traditional South Asian weddings is the baraat, the groom’s procession. The procession is an event unto itself. It starts in the morning, with the groom’s side of the family, his friends, groomsmen, DJ and dihol player (drummer) gathered outside the venue, awaiting the groom’s grand entrance. It is a dramatic moment. Some memorable groom processions have also included colorful smoke bombs, creating magical clouds of color, which look great in photos!”

“I also love when the bride and groom see each other for the first time. In Hindu traditions, the bride’s hands and feet are decorated with henna designs, mehndi, typically two days before the wedding. Mehndi represents marriage and good luck. It is said that the deeper the hue of the mehndi after it dries, the deeper the love between the couple.”

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Photo: Shanti Weddings

Favorite “New Normal” Moments

“Though it was challenging, couples were more open to new ways to create special intimate moments without losing the glamour and romance you expect to experience in a wedding.”

“For one memorable micro-wedding, we completely transformed the backyard, so that you felt like you were stepping into a magical dream world. We covered the pool with flooring, built out the tent, and lit it with chandeliers and twinkling fairy lights. The couple was married in a small private ceremony with parents and siblings in attendance, and the sister of the groom officiating.

Another resourceful couple made their celebration personally meaningful starting with a beautiful engagement session around NYC, stopping at different locations where they had shared a fond memory. On the following day they celebrated their love and love of the water with a private ceremony on a boat cruise around Manhattan.”

south asian wedding
Photo: The Day by Ira Lippke

Universal Truths

“No matter how big or small the celebration is, as a planner, our work remains the same. We still put in the same amount of attention to detail, sourcing the right vendors, building a timeline, and making sure everything runs smoothly.”

south asian wedding
Photo: The Day by Ira Lippke

Why I Love Weddings

“I love seeing a story come to life! From the first conversation to creating mood boards, site visits, building a vendor team, and finally the execution! Every wedding is different, with its own traditions. Seeing the smiles (and happy tears) on the couple’s faces and feeling the love in the room when friends and family come together to celebrate is truly a feeling that never gets old.”

south asian wedding
Photo: Ryon Lockhart Photography

Looking Ahead

“I look forward to not having to factor in additional time for temperature checks for all the guests/vendors at the wedding — there is already enough stress on the wedding day. And being able to hug my clients again!”

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Photo: The Santos & Co.

Our $46K Colorful And Heartfelt Toronto Wedding

November 3, 2021 No Comments

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November 3, 2021 No Comments

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November 3, 2021 No Comments

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Predictions: This is What Kourtney Kardashian’s Wedding Dress Will Look Like

October 30, 2021 No Comments

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker
Kourtney Kardashian / Instagram

Kourtney Kardashian And Travis Barker are engaged! After a year of dating, the rock star proposed to the Poosh founder on the beach in California, surrounded by their families and a sea of red roses. As soon as we laid eyes on Kourtney’s massive oval-shaped engagement ring, we couldn’t help but dream about what her wedding dress might look like. While Kourtney has always been a style star, there’s no denying her look has gotten a lot edgier since becoming #Kravis.

From sultry black wedding gowns, to short and chic dresses, take a look at our predictions for Kourtney’s wedding-day look.

1. Casablanca Bridal, Style Mina

Since meeting Travis, Kourtney has been dressed nearly head-to-toe in black, so it only seems natural she’d incorporate her new favorite color into her bridal style. This black lace wedding gown is a total knockout, and the sheer open back add the perfect sultry element.

casablanca bridal mina

2. Vera Wang, Fall 2021 Look 4

The oldest Kardashian sister has been showing more skin lately — which is why we love this revealing bow top and high-waisted black shorts look for her.

3. Adrianna Papell Platinum, Style #31205

We predict a short engagement for #Kravis, so should the pair decide to tie the knot this winter, Kourtney may choose a long sleeve wedding gown, like this black lace stunner.

APP 31205

4. Sottero and Midgley, Style Norvinia

A fairytale princess gown, but make it edgy.

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5. Moonlight Couture, Style H-1476

A sexy mermaid gown with beaded black lace appliqués may be the perfect marriage between Kourtney and Travis’ senses of style.

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6. Vera Wang, Fall 2021 Look 18

Hear us out, there are two Vera Wang dresses on this list, but she is a celebrity favorite, and this may be the coolest two-piece bridal look we’ve ever seen.

vera wang look 18