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  • Wedding Makeup Tips

    Wedding Day Makeup Tips

    Your wedding is probably the most-photographed day of your life. There are so many things you want to make sure are perfect on your big day from seating arrangements, music, catering, and décor. Some aspects of planning take a back seat like your wedding day makeup. As far as makeup goes it should be at the top of the list according to brides.com. You want to avoid makeup blunders because pictures last forever. Below are some wedding day makeup tips.

    Take Your Wedding Season Into Consideration

    Brides should tailor their foundation selection to the weather or season they’ll  be facing on their wedding day. If it’s in winter you will want a foundation that won’t look too dry or flat. If it’s summer you don’t want anything that gets too shiny too fast. If your wedding takes place from daytime to nighttime, opt for something long-wearing. For summer brides use an anti-shine water-resistant primer and a fuller coverage foundation.

    Have a Makeup Trial

    Most freelance makeup artists will offer a bridal trial separate to the actual wedding day. The trial is so important both for the makeup artist and for you. Having the chance to try different looks means that on the day you are going to be feeling confident and happy in the knowledge that the look you are wearing is right for you, is going to last, and make you look your best in pictures.

    Choose a Lipstick or Balm You Feel Comfortable In

    Your lips are very important to flatter the way you look in pictures. Brides should spend time at the makeup counter and try on all the possible shades, you’ll know which one works for you aesthetically. You want something that will last all day and not smear or run. Of course, touchups will be necessary before key wedding events during the day or key photographs.

    Drink Lots of Water Before the Big Day

    This is one of the most important wedding day makeup tips. Hydrated skin will allow for the best application of makeup on your wedding day. It will also help prevent skin breakouts or blemishes for pictures.

    Use Waterproof Products

    Use waterproof makeup products for everything. If you tear up, be sure to have a beauty blender on-hand to blot. That will press the product into the skin instead of leaving streaks or wiping the makeup product away.

    Keep a Few Products On-Hand Throughout the Day

    Be sure to have an extra lipstick and blotting papers with you throughout the whole day. Translucent powder or blotting papers for shine is key to keep on-hand. Blotting papers are a must as well as a pressed powder in a compact so you have a mirror on-hand, and a lipstick or lipgloss to touch up throughout the day.

    Use a Teeth Whitening Product

    A smile is something you’ll be wearing all day that day, and you’ll want your pearly whites white especially for photographs.

  • Things You Should Practice Before Your Big Day

    Things You Should Practice Before Your Big Day

    Practice makes perfect. Your wedding day is no different. You’ve got to put in the work to ensure everything falls into place. From scheduling a hair and makeup trial to learning how to bustle your wedding dress, here are some things you should practice before your big day.

    Your First Dance

    You should always consider taking dance lessons especially if they have two left feet. Having formal lessons under your belt before the wedding can alleviate the stress and anxiety associated with dancing in front of a large crowd. Plus, it’s always good to get the basics down.

    Vows and Speeches

    Even if you’ve written down notes and will have them with you at the wedding, it’s still a good idea to practice reciting your vows or saying your speech out loud a few times so you get comfortable with it.

    Your Hair and Makeup

    A hair and makeup trial is definitely a must. It’s important to make sure that your stylist knows what you want and can successfully do it for you. You don’t want to be upset & heartbroken as a bride if you’re not feeling 100 percent comfortable and amazing on your wedding day.

    Posing for the Camera

    Couples should do an engagement photo session in order to not only help them get comfortable with the photographer but with each other in front of the camera as well. For most couples their weddings is really the first time a they will be professionally photographed together, so it will make everyone much more relaxed if you get a little practice session in first.

    Walking Down the Aisle

    Another item to add to your things you should practice before your big day is pacing. You will be nervous on your wedding day especially before your ceremony so many wedding planners encourage couples to practice their walk down the aisle. Having butterflies on your wedding day is completely normal and being able to walk down the isle confidently and comfortably at your ceremony will allow you to be more present to what’s going on and will bode well for pictures and videos also.

    Bustling Your Dress

    If you have a wedding planner, they can usually quickly figure out how to bustle your wedding dress without any instruction. However, it’s definitely a good thing for you, your mom, and your maid of honor to have down just in case to avoid delays in formalities and festivities at your wedding.

    Walking in Your Wedding Shoes

    Another great thing to consider from our friends at brides.com is always practice wearing and walking in your wedding shoes. You’ll want to break them in and ensure they don’t give you blisters which will put a damper on your celebrations. You also want to gracefully walk down the isle and then into your ballroom on introductions.

    Ending Conversations Gracefully

    As you greet your guests, you’ll find that everyone will want to hold a conversation with you. If you let them go on too long it’ll take your night away. Practice phrases and sentences that warmly and concisely express your gratitude for your guests’ presence and then a polite closure that helps you move on to the next table. Something like, “I am so happy you could be here! Thank you for coming. Please, enjoy your dinner and the bar is over there when you’re ready for a refill.” This makes you a gracious host and happy bride as well.

  • Wedding Reminders for Guests

    Wedding Reminders for Guests

    A well-informed guest is a happy guest!  While guests don’t need to know all the details of your wedding, there are some details that they need to know. In addition to the basic when and where of the wedding, you’ll be glad you have wedding reminders for guests. Put them on your wedding website, on a wedding invitation insert, or even on the wedding invitation itself. There are certain details you’ll want to make sure to share with your guests before your big day.

    Give some guidance on Dress Code

    Your guests genuinely want to arrive in the appropriate attire. No one wants to be the one guest who is way overdressed or underdressed and feeling sloppy. Give your guests some direction so they can arrive feeling beautiful and confident.  From a black tie reception in a palatial ballroom to an outdoor country themed wedding on grass, you’ll want to give your guest clues on what to wear. Try to keep your theme/location descriptions simple & clear so there is no confusion.

    Give Ladies a Heads-Up on What Shoes to Wear

    If you’re getting married at a church and celebrating in a typical ballroom, you can skip this detail. But if guests especially ladies have to walk thru rocky paths, soft grass, or sand, be sure to mention it in advance. Think about whether your wedding could be uncomfortable (or even dangerous) for guests in stilettos. Give them the fashionable a heads-up. If you don’t want to reveal every detail of your wedding day, a quick note on your website or invitation is good. Saying something like, “we will be outside for a portion of the evening, so ladies, please opt for wedges or thick heels over stilettos” will get the point across.

    Let Everyone Know the Wedding Hashtag

    If you’re planning on having a wedding hashtag, let everyone know well beforehand. That way, everyone can use the hashtag during all the events leading up to the big day. From the engagement party to the bridal shower to the rehearsal dinner and ultimately at your wedding reception.

    More Wedding Reminders for Guests

    This is a detail that should be shared early on, especially if you’re anticipating a lot of out-of-town guests. Set up room blocks in a few local hotels. Consider offering a couple of different hotels at different price points. Room blocks are great, because not only do they keep your guests together, they also often come with a discount. You can include hotel room block information on your wedding website or a wedding invitation insert.

    Provide Information on All Transportation & Locations

    Whether it’s directions to the venue and parking information, or the specifics about the shuttles you’ll be providing, let guests know about transportation in advance. That way they don’t make any unnecessary plans. If guests are staying in your hotel block, let them know when shuttles will be leaving, or if they should drive or call an Uber. If they’re staying elsewhere, let them know if they can park at the hotel and hop on the shuttle, or other ways to get to the venue. Put this information on your website when you send out save the dates, so guests can keep it in mind as they make travel plans. You could also include an insert in your invitation.

    Give guests info on Other Wedding-Related Events

    Are you inviting everyone to welcome drinks the night before, or a brunch the morning after? Let your guests know in advance so they can plan their travel times. Additional activities and events can impact how much time guests will want to request off from work. Also what time they book their flights for, and things like securing early check-in or late check-out at the hotel they will be staying at.

  • How to make your engagement ring look larger than life

    How to make your engagement ring look larger than life.

    Regardless of your budget, you can make your diamond look bigger than it is without the cost of it going up in carat size. From strategically choosing cuts, shapes, and settings to choosing thin bands with fewer prongs, following are some tricks of the trade. We found these tips at Brides.com on how to make your engagement ring look larger than life.

    GET THE BEST DIAMOND CUT YOU CAN

    -The diamond cut determines how well the diamond will reflect light based on the way its angles and facets were cut. The Gemological Institute of America grades a diamonds cut as excellent, very good, good, and fair. The better the cut, the more light the diamond reflects and, hence, the larger it will look.  A well-cut diamond with proper angles and facets will not only be beautiful and brilliant but will look larger. The carat weight will be in its proper place where it adds to the visual dimension of the stone.

    ROUND DIAMONDS GIVE THE APPEARANCE OF A LARGER STONE

    -Round diamonds look larger for their carat weight than many other diamond cuts,” Kwiat says. The circular cut is not as deep, so much of the weight is reflected in its size appearance on top.

    OBLONG ELONGATED DIAMOND CUTS MAKE THE STONE LOOK LARGER

    –Ovals tend to appear larger since they’re elongated and take up a lot of surface area over your ring finger. Similarly, the oblong shape of a marquise shape or an emerald shape also makes for a larger looking footprint for the stone. All three of these cuts look bigger than their actual carat weight.

    SLENDER PRONGS ALLOW THE DIAMOND TO VISUALLY POP

    -One smart way of maximizing the appearance of your center diamond stone is to minimize the appearance of everything else around the ring. Look for a setting that has more discreet or fewer prongs. You’ll see more of the diamond’s surface area, rather than having the stone be covered by larger multiple prongs.

    CHOOSE A BRIGHT WHITE METAL BAND

    -The pure white metal of a platinum setting will act as a mirror to reflect the diamond’s colorlessness for maximum brilliance and shine. This creates the optical illusion of a bigger stone. It’s the same reason that interior designers add a wall of mirrors into a small room—to make it look larger.

    HAVE FLEXIBILITY WITH THE DIAMONDS COLOR AND CLARITY

    -Every diamond is rated for clarity and color. If size is truly what you want, you can increase your ring budget by selecting a larger carat diamond with a lower clarity or color. The diamond will still be brilliant and eye catching.

    CHOOSE A THIN DELICATE BAND

    – A thin, delicate band will make the diamond appear larger in comparison. In addition to choosing a thin band, look for one that tapers in as it nears the center. This type of band is called a pinched shank and will emphasize the center stone.

    CLEAN YOUR DIAMOND RING FREQUENTLY

    -Keeping your diamond polished and clean will maximize the stone’s sparkle. The shinier it is the more eye-catching the diamond will be. If it’s dirty, it will look dull and small. A general rule of thumb is to have your ring professionally cleaned by a jeweler every six months. In between you can clean your ring at home with a few drops of dishwashing soap with warm water and let it soak for 20 minutes.

  • Tips for Finding the Best Wedding Shoes

    Tips for Finding the Best Wedding Shoes

    The wedding shoes you choose for your wedding day should show off your personal style and wedding style/theme. They should also coordinate with your dress, wedding colors, and overall look. Our friends at brides.com suggest to keep in mind they also need to be comfortable for the long wedding day from your ceremony to your last dance at your reception. Below are a few tips for finding the best wedding shoes.

    Consider the Fabric of the Dress

    Besides considering the length of your wedding dress, you have to think about the fabric, as well. You don’t want anything damaging the dress you made an investment in. The best shoes to wear with lace wedding dresses are free from studs or jewels that can rip the ultra-delicate fabric the wedding dress is made of.

    Avoid Skinny Heels for Outdoor Weddings

    Good advice for any gown is to avoid a skinny high heel for a beach or outdoor ceremony. The heel will sink into sand, grass, or brick pavement and you’ll end up walking with a wobble and risk stumbling and possibly falling. You’ll also risk getting your heels dirty and still have the whole reception to wear them to.

    Choose a comfortable Shoe

    Don’t buy a shoe that isn’t comfortable when you initially try it on. After many hours of standing in them during the long wedding day, they won’t comfortable all day. Once you’ve determined your comfort level (and pain threshold), think about your gown’s silhouette. You might want to wear a six-inch, hot pink pump, if you’ve bought a ball gown, it’s going to be lost in tulle anyway and no one will notice.

    Consider Changing Your Shoes After the Ceremony

    Here are some more tips for finding the best wedding shoes. If you have your heart set on a gorgeous pair of wedding shoes that aren’t the most comfortable, consider wearing the uncomfortable but stunning pair for the ceremony and changing at the wedding reception. Buy a second pair of stylish but comfortable shoes to change into at the wedding reception where you’ll be mingling and dancing. Comfort doesn’t mean the shoes have to be boring or unstylish. There are plenty of nice looking flats and sandals that will look great and allow you to have a great time.

    Choose Strappy and Sexy Shoes for Mermaid Wedding Dresses

    Sheath, column, or mermaid gowns tend to focus on your curves, so you have the opportunity to wear a sexy, strappy high-heeled sandal or embellished peep toe show to show off your beautifully pedicured toes.

    Think Statement Shoes for Short Wedding Dresses

    When it comes to a tea-length wedding dress, you can go all out with your wedding shoes because they’re really going to be seen. Short or tea-length gowns are a great opportunity to show off your individual shoe style.” says Gegeckas. If you’re going to be more daring, try a print or color. If your style is a little more retro, look for a pointy-toe pump or a pair of kitten heels with coordinating accessories like short gloves or a fascinator.
  • Winter Weddings

    ADVANTAGES TO HAVING A WINTER WEDDING

    Contrary to some misconceptions, there are advantages to having a winter wedding. Summer weddings can be amazing but there are some downsides to consider.  An extremely hot day could make a hot mess of a bride’s beautifully done hairstyle and makeup. With hectic summer schedules and vacations a good portion of your guests might have to RSVP ‘no’ to your warm-weathered reception.  That will affect your list of guests you want to share in your special day. With a  winter wedding, you can avoid those pitfalls. You also get some beautiful snowy wedding photos, holiday-themed wedding decorations, and more.  Being a winter bride or groom can lead to a special wedding day and have advantages. From less stress over heat & humidity to better venue rates, check out these advantages to having a winter wedding from our friends at brides.com to a winter wedding.

    LESS STRESS

    -With winter weddings there is a lack of stress about the outdoor elements since they typically take place inside. The risk of rain and wind can make the planning extremely stressful and costly if you need to add a tent. Also, guests can be exposed to heat and cold at outdoor weddings which can make them very uncomfortable. By taking Mother Nature out of the mix means less stress for you, your vendors, and your family & friends.

    MORE VENUE DATES AND BETTER RATES

    -Most locations and vendors book up quickly during the spring, summer, & fall months and come with a heftier price tag.  The same venues and vendors are available for a lower price during the colder months. Because the winter months aren’t as busy as others, they’ll also be able to focus more of their attention on your wedding reception. That will give you better service. Fall is tough for vendors and venues because they’re juggling so many events along with more brides, families, vendors, and logistics.

    FREE DECORATIONS AS A BONUS

    -There are several benefits to a wedding celebration during the winter during the holidays. One is that any venue you select will be already be decorated for the holiday season.  That adds a more celebratory feel to your wedding day. It also is at no extra cost to you and fares well with pictures and the holiday spirit.

    CHEAPER TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATIONS

    -Travel and hotel stays are at peak pricing in the summer when school is out and families take vacations. Winter weddings allow your guests to take advantage of off-season pricing for their travel and accommodation options. This bodes even more so if it’s a destination wedding. This is a plus for all your guests as certain honeymoon destinations will have preferable winter pricing as well.

    BEST TIME FOR A BLACK TIE WEDDING RECEPTION

    -If you’re planning a formal black tie wedding, you’ll hear much less complaining from your guests in black tie attire when it’s cold outside. Tuxedos weren’t meant for the heat of outdoor summer ceremonies and cocktail hour. They are the perfect choice for indoor winter weddings, as are gowns covered in sequins.

    SUMMER HEAT CAN AFFECT YOUR OVERALL MOOD

    -Some people don’t deal well in the summer heat. It makes them irritated, cranky, and a sweaty mess. When it comes to weather, you can always add layers to combat the cold, but in the hotter months, well, you can’t exactly take off your clothes. So if you’re stressed about being hot and sweaty for your wedding photos, then a winter wedding is the way to go.

    BEAUTIFUL SNOWY WEDDING PHOTOS

    If you’re blessed with a sprinkling of snow on or before your big day, you can snap some stunning snowy wedding photos that will rival any sun-drenched summer pictures.

  • Wedding Planning Websites and Apps

    Wedding Planning Websites and Apps

    If you’re just starting your wedding planning or just checking off some of the last things on your wedding checklist, here are some helpful Wedding Planning Websites and Apps to use as you plan your wedding while still maintaining your sanity.

    Latest trends and etiquettes

    • Brides.com will keep you up to date with the latest trends and etiquettes.  You will also be aware of some overlooked, expenses, formalities issues, and planning suggestions as you plan your wedding.

    Do a quick search and narrow results by type

    • If you don’t know where to start WeddingWire is a comprehensive venue and vendor database. There you will find more than 200,000 local listings and 2.5 million reviews by real couples. If you’re clueless about where to get married and who to hire, you can do a quick search and narrow results by type, location, price, and/or rating. When you’re finished locking in the big-ticket items, you’ll find checklists, budget templates, and etiquette tips as well.

    Your personal assistant

    • If you’re planning not to hire a Wedding Planner, WeddingHappy is a free app that can serve as your personal assistant. It’s preloaded with tasks to guide you through your to do task list. It even alerts you as you approach deadlines for things like when to mail invites or pay deposit for your DJ or band. The same way a planner would do in real life. You can share your events with your fiancé, parents, or maid-of-honor/bridesmaids so everyone is up to date and has access to the same info.

    Invitation design

    • For awesome invitations that won’t break the bank try Minted. This site works with indie artists and graphic designers to offer chic, ready-made invites, save-the-dates, ceremony programs, and escort cards. Templates can be customized, down to the card size and paper stock. If you are on a tight budget you can print your suite at home. You can even take the file to a local copy shop. Minted also offers bespoke invitation design in case you don’t have an illustrator on speed dial but still want a hand-drawn map of your wedding location or a watercolor rendering of you and your fiancé.

    Custom wedding website

    • For a custom wedding website that looks totally different try Riley & Grey. It is where design-minded couples go to create their wedding hubs (reasonable $35 per month). Modern templates are added every few months, so you won’t use the same one as your friends or family members who are getting married after you. Your site will not only be beautifully laid out but also user friendly, with zero clicks required. Simply scroll down to go between tabs like close “People” tab for bios for those involved in your wedding party. Even a “Place” tab for tips on where to stay, eat, and drink near your wedding venue. You can also embed links to travel site Kayak for flight bookings and Google Maps for directions to your ceremony & venue.

    Free money management site

    • For tracking your wedding (and life) budget you can use Mint. While not made specifically with weddings in mind, Mint is a popular free money management site. It’s easy to use, syncing with your bank account and credit cards so you can monitor your spending and move funds around as needed. (And it probably will be needed.) Create a wedding budget and stay on track, thanks to weekly email summaries and text reminders when payments are due.

    Keeping your planning crew informed

    • For keeping your planning crew informed and on point use Google Drive. Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PDFs, photos, etc, can be uploaded, stored, and shared in Drive for seamless viewing and editing by anyone with a Gmail account. You can pull up your guest list, budget, or vendor contacts during a venue walk-through. The mobile app is there in a pinch. Need to share important dates with your fiancé, parents, and planner? The hub links directly to Google Calendar, so no one can complain about being left out of the loop. Hopefully some of these helpful Wedding Planning Websites and Apps will be what you need to keep everything organized.
  • Wedding Dress Alteration Tips

    Wedding Dress Alteration Tips

    When it comes to your wedding dress you can splurge on an expensive dress, but if it’s not properly altered it won’t look any better than a gown that’s significantly less money. Here are some Wedding dress alteration tips to remember from our friends at brides.com.

    Buying your dress early

    • Take the stress out of wedding-dress alterations by buying your dress early and leaving plenty of time for fittings and tailoring. It’s prudent t o but a dress 10 months before the wedding. It sometimes takes up to five months from the time you order it to arrive in your bridal salon. Schedule a fitting two months before the wedding and a final fitting no later than two weeks before your wedding to ensure it will fit just right in your wedding day.

    Design changes can add up

    • Bridal alterations can add up and it can cost $225 to shorten your gown, $150 to resew seams, etc. Some bridal salons do a flat fee like around $500 to $700 that covers anything you’ll need to make the dress fit you perfectly. Design changes can also add up such as cutting a sweetheart neckline to adding lace or beading. Make sure you factor in these costs before buying a dress.

    Consider a gown with structure

    • Never order a smaller dress to motivate you to lose weight for your wedding day. Even with diligence, you can’t predict how much you’ll shrink and it’s easier to take a larger dress in than to let a smaller one out. Consider a gown with structure which have built-in corsets that can be easily tightened or loosened. You can also try an A line, which covers lingering pounds. The slinkier the dress the harder it is to fix the fit if you gain or lose weight.

    Make sure to bring the shoes

    • Here are some other Wedding dress alteration tips. When your tailor adjusts the hem, make sure to bring the shoes you’ll wear at the wedding so you’ll be the same height you will be on the big day. If you haven’t picked out your wedding shoes yet, bring a pair with a height comparable to the shoes you’ll be wearing.

    Have an extra set of eyes

    • It’s always good to bring your mom or a friend with you to your dress fittings, just so you have an extra set of eyes to make sure everything fits just right. Bring someone with a great sense of style and an opinion you trust.

    Wear exactly what you’ll be wearing on your wedding day

    • Bring whatever undergarments you plan on wearing along with you to your fitting. You want to wear exactly what you’ll be wearing on your wedding day, including shape wear, for the best possible tailoring. This includes jewelry, gloves, and other accessories that might change the fit or styling of your wedding dress which will affect the overall look. An example is where your wedding necklace falls might influence where you want the neckline of your dress to be.
  • Keep Calm Enjoy Your Day

    Tips to Enjoy Your Wedding Day

    You spend a lot of time planning your wedding day. So it’s only fitting that you want to actually enjoy it especially all the little moments. But stress and worry can take over and keep you from enjoying the all the time and hard work you put in. Our friends at Brides.com came up with some tips to enjoy your wedding day. So keep in mind the most important part of a wedding is the celebration of your love and beginning of your lives together. If brides don’t stay present, their wedding day will go by in the blink of an eye without actually experiencing or enjoying it. 

    Be Comfortable

    • If you’re not used to wearing heels, be sure to buy a comfortable pair of shoes and break them in before your wedding day. Don’t be distracted with aching feet and blisters on your wedding day. This also goes for your strapless bra or corset.

    Is It In Place

    • Hiring vendors that are reliable, experienced, and talented will remove so much of the worry. They will take care of what’s happening behind the scenes the week leading up to the wedding and the day itself. If you made the investment of hiring a wedding planner, all of the details will be handled. Walk into the ceremony and reception knowing that everything and everyone are in their place and ready to have a good time.

    More tips to enjoy your Wedding Day

    • There is so much to do in the days leading up to your wedding. But rather than leave everything to the last minute tackle them as early as possible. This way the stress of your last-minute projects and to do’s doesn’t linger on your wedding day. Make sure things like your programs, escort cards, welcome bags, and DIY projects are done well before the week of your wedding. Setting the tone with a calm, restful week will put you in the right frame of mind and be mentally present on your wedding day.

    It’s A Very Long Day

    •  You don’t want to deal with a growling stomach. Start your day with a good breakfast, and then take short breaks for snacks. Have light appetizers before you put on your wedding dress, before the ceremony, and before you’re introduced into your ballroom.

    Take A Moment

    • You’ll probably have very little time alone with your spouse on your wedding day. Take a moment after your ceremony for some quiet time. Go to the bridal suite or another private area to take in and cherish the special moments of your day. Let your planner and caterer know about your plans ahead of time so they can have things as champagne, water, and a sampling of your hors d’oeuvres ready for you.

    Put It Away

    • Leave your phone in your purse, or give it to your maid of honor. Phone’s are a daily distraction, and will be on your wedding day, too if you don’t put it away. You definitely don’t need something else pulling your attention away. You’ve hired a professional photographer, so you don’t need to take photos. Also anyone you’d think to call or text will be there in person that day.
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    How to Get Your Guests To Use Your #Hashtag

    Here are some great ways on how to get your guests to use your #hashtag from our friends at Brides.com. Couples spend a lot of time and creativity coming up with a unique & perfect wedding hashtag. This is so they can easily see all of their guests’ photos in one place. Hashtags should be created & used from the get go. Use it at all events leading up to the wedding such as engagement dinner/party, bridal shower, bachelor/bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, etc.

    Get your bridal party to spread the word.

    When your bridesmaids post sneak-peeks of them trying on their gowns, bridal shower, bachelorette party etc, ask them to add your hashtag to their captions. Guests are likely connected to your wedding party as well. This will help to begin laying the groundwork for getting the hashtag out to other guests. Start using your hashtag before your wedding day by including it on your save the date, website, invitation, and welcome bag. Guests are more likely to remember and use your hashtag after the repeated exposure.

    How to Get Your Guests To Use Your #Hashtag, make it easy!

    Choose a hashtag that’s easy to remember to increase the chances of your guests actually using it. Rhymes, play on words on first/last names, and puns are all ingredients for an awesome and memorable hashtag. Include your hashtag throughout your reception on small frames on bars, on menus, on seating charts. You can also include it on video screens if you incorporate video production into your reception. Here’s another way on how to get your guests to use your #hashtag. Have your DJ or band leader announce it right before introductions and throughout your reception as well.