Michigan Brides/Marrieds whathaveyou

Knot Annie

Hey E,

I know we have some michiganders (not the word, right?). Anyway, I need your advice for the local mag. I posted on all of the locals soon but I have a deadline. Here it goes:

What's your best wedding advice, secret or anything that would help a new bride? Try not to be too terribly vague. I love things like, "Don't be afraid to wear a something funky for your something blue, like a hat!" or something like that. Also, this advice in no way needs to be related to Michigan. 

Thanks Michigan peeps!

KA

aegrish

michiganders ... i'm from there can I still submit advice?

Knot Annie

Thank you. Edited above. 

Knot Annie

YES. Please do so!

aegrish

my advice: if you can fit it in your budget, try and take of your attendant's attire & beauty (hair makeup) related expenses, or at least be mindful of their budget if you cannot take care of their costs.  For example, I was in a wedding party where we all wore simple black dresses we already had and we looked great together.
Some attendants nay feel obligated to spend whatever you ask them too even if they can't afford it at the time. 

Sorry that was long! 

akhensley81

I just responded to your post on my local!

Knot Annie

Love the advice. No prob if it's long. I always edit a bit. Thank you both. Keep 'em coming please. 

LP11509

I'm from IN and my parents house is less than a mile from the MI border, in an area referred to as "Michiana"...so close enough, right??

My advice is to make sure you have some time, even if it's just a minute or two, to just be alone with your husband to celebrate together after the ceremony.  The day goes by SO fast and you will have so many people pulling you in different directions all day.  It's nice to just have a private moment to squeal together amongst all the craziness.

Also, make sure you get enough sleep the night before!! My parents hosted a dessert reception after the RD the night before the wedding at their house (where I stayed that night). We had about 75 people there and a few lingered until well after midnight.  I felt obligated to stay downstairs until everyone had left, so I didn't end up going to bed until after 1:00 am and had to be up at 6:30 to pick up my BMs and get to the hair salon by 8:00.  I really wished that I had just politely excused myself after making rounds to say hello to everyone and gone to bed, especially since it took me awhile to actually fall asleep once I was in bed.

Snippylynn

Yay! My advice? Don't be afraid to flout some of the old traditions, like not seeing each other before the ceremony. H and I stayed the night together, he drove me to and from my hair appointment, and we drove to the location together. It made for a very relaxing and fun morning together. Also, if you can, try to provide a few snacks and drinks for your bridal party. We're all there for a long time taking pictures, so make it as comfortable as possible. We grabbed a tray of veggies and one of crackers and cheese.