Bridezillas How to Handle Them

27 Miracles every now and then encounters a good reading article.  here is one from AAWP on Bridezillas.

“One of the major bridal magazines wrote an article they entitled Brides Behaving Badly. We guess it’s their take on the “Bridezilla” phenomena that has swept the country-even resulting in a TV show of the same name. Good Grief! Why is it that an engagement ring becomes a bride-to-be’s license to be haughty, witchy (for want of a better word ) and demanding. The article in Elegant Bride gives this advice, “Don’t treat these people (family members, friends, etc.) like your loyal subjects.” We take it one step further, “Don’t treat them like slaves.”

One of our consultants told us of a bride who told her pastor that he was NOT to walk in front of her during the ceremony because she wanted everyone to see her. This same bride called her fraternal grandparents two days before the wedding and told them she didn’t care if they attended her wedding or not-and she never ordered them a corsage or boutonniere from the florist. We can proudly say that our AAWP consultant did the right thing and when the grandparents showed up at the ceremony, she provided them with flowers! The grandmother was teary eyed in appreciation. The bride, however, went ballistic on our consultant, telling her she had no right to do what she’d done-and told her to take the flowers from the grandparents. Our consultant refused and told this Bridezilla that she had done the right thing! And she did.

Another of our AAWP consultants wrote about a bride who threw a tantrum in a bridal shop. Her mother, obviously used to this behavior, simply turned to her and said, “Did you take your Prozac today, dear?” An owner of a large, elegant bridal salon in Boston, told us that a bride told her to *** *** when she was told that she needed an appointment to try on gowns. WHAT?! Let’s get a grip here!

A wedding is but one event in your life-and it is THE DAY to be most gracious hostess you can be. It’s your job to plan your wedding with civility and kindness. Be kind, be civil and always put yourself in the other person’s shoes. Make your fiancé proud of you though all the stress, rigors, and emotions of wedding planning. He’s the one who should say, “WOW, what a woman! Nothing shakes her. I know that she’ll be able to handle any situation that comes up in our life just because of the wonderful, common sense way that she’s tackled this wedding.” Happy Weddings All! ” http://www.aa-wp.com/wedding-planning/

27 Miracles is here to relieve your stress and they have had their share of not so pleasant brides and grooms or bridal party members and or parents and even a vendor or two who lack professionalism.  But at the end of the day, the 27 Miracles team maintains their professionalism throughout the verbal attacks and continue to do what they are hired to do  best, Make Miracles happen.  Although they have a bridezilla clause in their contract, they have only had to use it once.  By far Rosie Moore, Master Bridal Consultant says, “I have some of the best clients and vendors and so glad to be working with them.”  So as 27 Miracles will say, ” this is your wedding day, enjoy it, those short 4-5 hours after a year-long of planning happen so fast, do not sweat the little details, let us handle them for you.  Leave the family squabbles at home and enjoy the day.  Why? Because at the end of the day, regardless of what happened, you will both be just as married.  So, isn’t it better to just enjoy the day and give people something t talk about for years?  When people say that was the best wedding we attended?

Happy Planning!!

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Cohabitation and Marriage

Every now and then 27 Miracles comes across articles worth sharing.  AAWP had this one to share:

“This week’s Words of Wedding Wisdom regards cohabitation and begins with a a question: Since 1960, how much has cohabitation BEFORE marriage increased in the U.S.? The answer: A whopping 1,000%.Today, most couples cohabit, meaning they live together before marriage. According to a recent study by Rutgers University, those who cohabit before marrying risk a much greater chance for divorce when they do marry. And all along, you thought it was the other way around-that you needed to live with your SO, to really get to know one another before the fact, to cut your chances of divorce. Not so.

 Years ago, AAWP came across a study by Bumpus and Sweet, noted sociologists, who came up with the same result. Their study said, in effect, that if you live together before marriage, you almost double your chances for divorce. But there is a silver lining to this cloud. If you live together with plans for marriage, in other words, if you are engaged, the studies’ statistics don’t apply.

When it comes to making wedding plans, let us further caution you. The Catholic Church does not approve of cohabitation before marriage and it’s reason enough for a priest to deny your marriage.Other Christian faiths seem to look the other way when it comes to cohabitation and if you’re Jewish, it’s doubtful that your marriage would be denied. But it is a factor you should be made aware of before you meet with clergy. Many engaged couples decide to tell their clergy of their living arrangements, others don’t. The choice is yours.”  

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Happy Planning….

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Getting Engaged? Guys Read This Before You Do

Sometimes we at 27 Miracles don’t always get to meet our clients before the big question is popped( although we get the cal the next day ) But in preparation for the upcoming Valentine’s Day Season, we know a lot of girls get engaged during this time.  Rosie Moore, Master Bridal Consultant for 27 Miracles found this article from AAWP to be informative for guys shopping for their girlfriends’ ring.  Happy Shopping!!!

The “Make” and YOUR Diamond Engagement Ring: What YOU Need To Know BEFORE Purchase!

Hi AAWPs: What is the biggest investment you’re going to make when it comes to your wedding? And I mean investment. or the one item that you’re going to purchase that may actually gain in value over the years and become a life-long treasure, keepsake, or even heirloom? That item is your diamond engagement ring.

RING GREG NICHOLS

Most American women receive diamonds when they become engaged, so it’s critical that you learn all you can about diamonds before you purchase one. We’re always amazed by brides-to-be who say: “I’m looking for a great diamond, with minimal inclusions (in other words, flaws) and great color.” And our retort is: “What about the “make”?” Let us explain. A diamond may be flawless with the greatest color possible, but if the make is bad, it will appear dull and lifeless, like a piece of paste. That’s why “make” is the most important factor to consider when purchasing the most beautiful diamond you can afford. The make is the cut, proportioning and finish of a diamond. and if the make is poor, you’ll make a poor purchase.

Tiffany’s in its How to Buy a Diamond brochure says, “A word of caution: Few diamonds are properly cut. The vast majority are spread.” This means that the stone has been cut to appear bigger, with a big downside. As Tiffany’s states, “Beauty and brilliance are sacrificed for size and the customer is unknowingly paying for this extra padding. ” In other words, folks, you’re being ripped off So don’t forget to ask your jeweler that all important question. How’s the “make”? Then let him/her explain whether the stone’s been cut for brilliance and beauty. or whether it’s spread? As an educated consumer, it’s up to you to know the difference!

The Proposal

 

Happy Diamond Shopping! AAWP (c) 2014, AAWP. All rights reserved.

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Should You Hire A Wedding Planner

27 Miracles loves to share good articles when they come across it.  Today AAWP had this to share….

 

AAWP’s Weekly Words of Wedding Wisdom™
Copyright 2013 Deborah McCoy. All Rights Reserved.

Should YOU Hire a Wedding Planner?

Hi AAWPs: Today’s weddings are a major investment. The average cost, even in these hard times, is over $23,000. And that’s a lot of money to spend on a four- to five-hour party… If you were to invest $23,000 in the stock market, would you do so without the help of a professional? I think the analogy is the same when it comes to weddings. If you’re planning a wedding, it’s always best to seek the help of a professional, for more reasons than one. First, unless you’re an experienced party planner, a think a wedding could be more than intimidating. And second, a wedding happens only once. Make a mistake and you can’t host one the following week.

Ask Yourself These Questions… Examine the following scenarios to see if you might benefit from the services of a professional wedding planner: * You and your fiancé have great jobs and are well budgeted for the wedding, but working like you do, you hardly have the time to plan a wedding.

Solution: Wedding planners alleviate stress, legwork, aggravation and save time. * Your family lives out-of-town and is not able to help you, making for a very stressful situation.

Solution: Your wedding planner is there for you. Doing the job that your family members would have done. * You’re hosting a large wedding, 150 or more guests, and you’ve never planned one before.Solution: It’s wise to hire a wedding consultant for their experience and expertise. * You’re having a large (100+ guests), semi-formal or formal, traditional, at-home wedding.

Solution: At-home weddings require tons of planning and work including hiring caterers, dance floors, linens, silverware, entertainment and decorations…. The list is endless. For these types of weddings, a consultant is a must! * If you feel you can’t afford to make mistakes, or hire irresponsible vendors, or sign on the dotted line-not knowing if you’re protected–then a wedding consultant’s expertise is invaluable. * You save money with a consultant. After all, they know the ins and outs of wedding planning, where to cut costs and how to save dollars. *

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