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Something a little different today…

It’s not wedding related (although this is a wedding blog) but thought I’d share it anyways because it’s ‘good food for thought’:

I was down at our local shopping centre today grabbing a coffee and as I was sitting down and taking a ‘selah’ moment, I noticed something a little strange. There was an elderly lady walking backwards and forwards, backwards and forwards (about 15 metres) – and in the time I was there she must have walked past me at least 10 times. I began to wonder what she was doing.

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I came across an awesome document that assists couples when writing their own wedding vows. Although this blog is a String Quartet Blog, it’s also a Wedding Blog so whenever we come across a good article or a interesting wedding tip we like to pass it on… Hope it helps:

Questions to help you when writing your own wedding vows.

Print out two copies of these questions. Take one and give the other to your fiancé and take two blank pieces of paper each also. Go to separate rooms to complete these questions. Continue Reading…

Having a budget for your wedding can help the whole planning process make more sense. Although money has little to do with love, weddings can prove expensive occasions, so it’s really important to determine how much money you will have to work with. These days anything goes when it comes to funding a wedding, from the bride and groom funding the entire event themselves, to the parents assisting with the expenses, and right through to your guests paying for their own meals at the reception.

Regardless of how much money you have, a well planned, well organised budget may help you make the most of any financial situation. You can still have an amazing and perfect day whatever your budget is.

We came across a list which categorizes the key items involved in organizing a wedding and gives you a guide to who pays for what (traditionally). Obviously this is only a guide and it doesn’t list monetary amounts, but it definitely puts the day in to perspective. After you’ve worked out who’s paying for what, you can then start getting quotes and begin booking and organising specifics for the day. Eg. Booking a string quartet for your ceremony music &/or reception!

Wedding Catergory List (Guide Only)

Beauty
Bride’s Hair ………………………………….. Bride
Bride’s Makeup …………………………….. Bride
Bridesmaid’s Hair & Make-up ……………. Bride

Bridal Party
Bridesmaids’ Dresses & Accessories ……. Attendant
Flower girl’s Dresses & Accessories ……… Bride
Groomsmen’s Suits & Accessories ………. Attendant
Pageboy Suit & Accessories ………………. Goom

Bride’s Attire
Bride’s Gown ………………………………… Bride’s Family
Bride’s Headpiece & Veil ………………….. Bride’s Family
Brides Shoes & Accessories ………………. Brides Family

Ceremony
Celebrant or Officiant …………………….. Groom
Ceremony Decorations …………………… Groom
Ceremony Musician ……………………….. Groom
Ceremony Venue ………………………….. Groom

Flowers & Decoration
Bride’s Bouquet ……………………………. Groom
Bridesmaids’ Bouquets …………………… Groom’s Family
Ceremony Flowers …………………………. Groom’s Family
Flower girl’s flowers ………………………… Groom’s Family
Groom’s Boutonniere ……………………… Groom’s Family
Groomsmen’s Boutonniere ………………. Groom’s Family
Reception flowers & Centrepieces ………. Bride’s Family

Gifts
Bridesmaids gifts ………………………….. Bride
Gifts for Parents …………………………… Bride & Groom
Groomsmen’s Gifts ……………………….. Groom

Groom’s Attire
Groom’s Shoes and Accessories …………. Groom’s Family
Grooms Suit …………………………………. Groom’s Family

Honeymoon & Travel
Spending Money …………………………… Bride & Groom
Honeymoon Travel & Accommodation …. Groom
Wedding Night Accommodation …………. Groom

Misc
Bomboniere ……………………………….. Bride & Groom
Rehearsal Dinner …………………………. Groom

Wedding Photography & Videography
Extra Prints & Video Copy ……………….. Bride & Groom
Photographer’s Fee ………………………. Bride’s Family
Videographer’s Fee ………………………. Bride’s Family

Wedding Reception
Beverages – Alcoholic & Softdrink ………. Bride’s Family
Master of Ceremonies ……………………. Bride’s Family
Reception Meals …………………………… Bride’s Family
Reception Music …………………………… Bride’s Family
Reception Venue ………………………….. Bride’s Family
Wedding Cake …………………………….. Bride’s Family

Wedding Rings
Bride’s Wedding Band …………………… Groom
Groom’s Wedding Band …………………. Bride

Wedding Stationery
Invitations & Reply cards ………………… Bride’s Family
Thank you notes & Placeholders ……….. Bride’s Family

Wedding Cars
Transportation …………………………….. Groom

Wedding Planning
Wedding Consultant ……………………… Bride & Groom

Note: This is a guide only and shouldn’t necessary reflect your circumstances. As mentioned before, these days anything goes when it comes to funding a wedding, from the bride and groom funding the entire event themselves, to the parents assisting with the expenses, and right through to your guests paying for their own meals at the reception. So there is no rules, you can do what you want!!

catergory list source: truebride

From the 16th century to the present, a European and now Australian church weddings (in the last 200 years anyway) often involves the bride walking slowly down the church aisle to a processional tune and returning together with her new husband to a lively recessional tune.

For over 100 years the most popular processional has been Wagner’s Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin (1850), often called “Here Comes The Bride”. For the recessional the most popular tune is Mendelssohn’s Wedding March from A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1826). Both apart of 16 Strings repertoire list.

As the couple leave the church, bells are rung. During the service there will be a few hymns, often chosen by the bride. The law now requires paper documentation so there is an extra piece of music while the couple retires to sign the register. This might be a reflective piece such as Bach’s “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring”.

After the few photographs the reception follows. This is a meal followed by a dance. In previous centuries the newlyweds would be the first to dance and then they would separate to dance briefly with each of the other people present. Only the most conservative or wealthy weddings now have couple dancing.

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So as you can see weddings haven’t really changed all that much since the 16th century. However, the type and style of music that is chosen has changed. Although the traditional songs are still a popular choice for many modern brides, many young couples today prefer the more contemporary sound.

The great thing about a string quartet in the 21st century is that you can have a traditional look with a contemporary sound!

For more information on having a string quartet for your wedding in either Brisbane or Gold Coast go to : http://www.16-strings.com

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Today wedding music and the wide range of choice you can have for your wedding is endless.  From live music through to a mp3 you can do whatever you want… But have you ever thought about having a string quartet play at your wedding?

When most people think of a string quartet, they most likely think mozart and classical music.. and to some (and I’m sure it’s more than one) would prefer something more upbeat and familiar. That’s why 16 Strings String Quartet have created a repertoire of music to suit most people’s taste of music. From Coldplay to Buble right through to a bit of The Beatles and even Elton John! 16 Strings have made wedding music with a string quartet exciting!

To give you a taste of the string quartet 16 Strings String Quartet Brisbane met on Sunday to record a new song called “Hoppipolla” by Sigur Ros. It’s the second song on the following video… Enjoy

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