A Wedding Planner is an invaluable resource for any bride-to-be. The ability to have access to someone with years of experience at planning weddings will make you confident that you are making good choices.

Be sure to have your wedding announcement printed in your local newspaper. Not only will everyone in town be able to share your good news, but you will also have a wonderful keepsake.

To alleviate stress and confusion during your reception, be sure your wedding planner clearly explains the timing and sequence of events as they will unfold. Knowing in advance, when formalities will occur (special dances, cake cutting, bouquet etc.) will allow you to truly enjoy your reception and have fun with your guests.

Having your receiving line immediately after your wedding ceremony is the best choice. It will leave more time for socializing at your reception.

Ask your Disc Jockey to provide you with a list of his/her repertoire. Then, mark off all of the songs you wish to be played at your reception and return the list prior to your wedding day.

Coffee Bars are H-O-T! Make a big hit by offering your guests a beautifully appointed station with cappuccino, espresso and an assortment of delicious petite pastries.

When designing your seating plan, be sure to seat your younger guests near the band or DJ. Uncle Phil and Aunt Ellen will be very appreciative!

For your first dance together, consider one of these classics: Endless Love by Luther Vandross and Mariah Carey, It Had To Be You by Harry Connick Jr., Wonderful Tonight by Eric Clapton, or Always and Forever by Heatwave or Luther Vandross.

It is appropriate to tip your limousine driver. Ten to twenty percent is a reasonable guideline. If your limousine is included as part of a Bridal Package, assume that the value is approximately $250.00.

A Room Captain or Banquet Captain will be an invaluable help at your reception. He or she will coordinate all of the details of the day. They will be at your beck-and-call to answer questions, direct activities and communicate with your vendors. Be sure your reception facility offers this service.

Ask your Wedding Planner for the telephone numbers of all of your vendors ... florist, limousine company, disc jockey etc. Then, if you have any questions regarding your wedding day, you will have a quick reference for getting direct answers to your questions.

When you have chosen that special song for your first dance together, be sure to make time to practice dancing to that song. You will feel much more comfortable when your wedding day arrives.

- Paula Lombardo-Colia, Chief Administrative Officer
The Lombardo Companies

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