Frequently asked wedding related questions and answers too – Page 3
QUESTION:
What is the fastest way to have a wedding?
ANSWER:
When you ask: “What is the fastest way to plan a wedding” I don’t believe that you ask: “What is the fastest way to get married”. Therefore, I will skip getting married at the justice of the peace or courthouse which can be done as soon as the license you apply for is in force. In many stated the waiting period is 3 days.
To be realistic, long engagements are not necessary. You can plan and have a wedding within a short time. The first thing you need to do is decide on the style of wedding you want, who will conduct the ceremony and where it should take place.
Secure a date when an officiant is available. (Even next weekend). Choose a location where you do not depend on availability. If you want to have your wedding at a hall, for example, you may need to wait for an openning.
My grand daughter had a fantastic mid-morning GARDEN WEDDING. The ceremony and the reception took place at the same location. She did rent a tent, tables and chairs etc. that were delivered and set up the day before.
garden wedding
The guests took pictures and as requested emailed them to the newlyweds.
The flowers for the bridal bouquet were from a local florist but the rest were from the garden. The reception food was mostly finger food, fruit, meat and cheese platters, Soft drinks, water beer and wines from Costco, as well as sandwiches from Subway and pizza from a local Pizzeria.
The music was played right out of the computer and transmitted by rented speakers.
You do not need a lot of time to arrange such a fun wedding. The guests had a great time.
The only aspect that may take time is sending the invitations and waiting for replies. But in today’s environment even here you have options. You can email each of the invitees personally at his/her email address. Provide the information and ask everyone to reply to the email with how many people will attend.
By Nily Glaser, author of the A-wedding Day Wedding Planning Guide, book
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QUESTION:
What is a wedding dress cleaning service?
ANSWER:
If I am not mistaken, you actually want to know how to assure that your wedding gown will be not only clean, but preserved as a family heirloom. This is why you need to entrust your gown’s to a wedding dress cleaning service that specializes in gown cleaning and restoration.
The following should explain what a wedding dress cleaning and preservation service is, and why it is recommended.
You have thought about it since you were a little girl. You may even have dressed as a bride when playing dress-up. You pictured yourself and dreamed about being swept by your prince charming. As soon as you actually became ready to wear a wedding gown, you did research or fell in love with that, just right gown when you saw it in a picture. Now it is yours! and you want it to be an heirloom gown to pass on to the coming generations. So, how do you care for it before and after the wedding?
The following questions and answers should help.
How do I care for my wedding gown before the wedding?
Make sure that your gown is kept in a cool dry closet, away from impurities and smoke. If your gown is covered with plastic, remove it immediately and cover your it with a clean white sheet. While waiting for your wedding, the gown needs to breathe which it can not do while covered with plastic. If you need to transport your gown to the wedding site, keep it covered by the a sheet.
Why should I not only clean, but preserve my gown?
Do not just take it to any “Cleaners” in your neighborhood. Make sure the cleaner you trust your gown to will not only clean, but preserve it.
Case in point; After my wedding, my mother took the gown I borrowed from my sister in law to a “cleaner service” in our neighborhood. When she got it back, it looks fabulous! I returned the gown and my sister in law kept it in the “special” box. My niece wanted to wear it for her wedding. Lo and behold, when the gown was taken out of the box, it was a total disaster. Some parts of the gown were yellow and others such as the underarms were gray.
Since I was the last one to wear the gown, I felt responsible and paid for the gown my niece chose. It was a very expensive lesson!
The gown you wear at your wedding may have been that worn by your, or your husband’s mother, grandmother or another relative. Or, you purchased your own gown after a lot of thought, considerations and expense. Either way, you surely would like to preserve it as a family heirloom to hand down to your own daughter or future daughter in-law. You must take great care about choosing the right stain removal professional. If not cared for, your wedding gown may discolor and the fabric weaken as years go by. Invisible stains such as white wine, perspiration, sugar, salt, acid etc… must be removed permanently so they do not settled in the material. You must also take great care to store your gown properly.
When should I preserve my gown?
Treat your gown with the true preservation process as soon as possible after the wedding, before visible and invisible stains can set.
What is the difference between cleaning and preservation?
Cleaning any garment including a wedding gown, means that through a cleaning process the garment appears absolutely clean as all visible stains have been removed. yet, the garment may have invisible stains caused by sweat, white wine, sugar, salt, acidity etc… When you pick up your gown it looks clean and fresh. Will it look just as good five or ten years later? Or, will you discover instead that it has started to discolor, and looks even worse with the passing of time? Preserving any garment, including a wedding gown, is cleaning it to such a degree that even the smallest invisible stain has been totally and permanently removed. If done correctly, five and even ten or more years down the line, your gown will look just as lovely as it did when you first wore it. Preservation will safeguard your gown for years to come, so that your gown will not discolor and you’ll not find yellow and gray stains, nor will you find the material weakening. You may consider the fact that ALL first ladies gowns you can see in the museum have been cleaned by the preservation method. They may not have been fit for display otherwise.
How long should I wait before I have my gown cleaned?
Stains cause damage to any fabric over time. It is advisable to have your dress cleaned and preserved as soon after the wedding as is practical. Until you take your gown to be cleaned and preserved, keep it in a dark, dry, cool place, stored in a clean white sheet. Do not store your gown in plastic – such as a garment bag. Plastic will emit gases that will yellow the fabric. Your best bet is to hang it in a closet in your room.
What are my option regarding preserving my wedding gown?
Actually you have two options. You may choose a local service or you may opt for a wedding gown preservation company that may not be anywhere in your geographical location.
Caring for your gown
Environmental variants can cause permanent damage to fabric and non-woven dress components such as beads, lace, metal closures, embellishments and trimmings. So, whether your gown lies in a preservation box or hangs in a preservation bag, do not store it in the attic or basement. Protect your gown! Store it in the living area of your home that is controlled for safe and comfortable temperatures and humidity and is not exposed to excessive light, dust and other hazards. If your gown was packed in a “sealed box, be careful when you first “break the seal” to view your gown. Actually, the “seal” on the box your gown was delivered in, has no function in the preservation of the gown, and “breaking” it does not adversely affect your gown and should have no bearing on your warranty. Open the box slowly. If you open a sealed box all at once, the rush of air into the box will rapidly deoxygenate the chamber and may cause the fabric to deteriorate. Inspect your gown regularly about every 18 months to 2 years to assure it indeed is preserved. in fact, it is a good idea to “air” it at that time and let the fabric breath for about 30 minutes. Before you handle your gown wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water to remove any oils, salts and sweat that can damage delicate fabrics. Museum professionals often wear plain white cotton gloves so as not to damage the fabric. You should consider doing so as well.
About wedding gown preservation boxes breathing lessons
Professional textile curators always recommend that a fabric be allowed to “breathe”. In fact, neither the First Ladies’ Gowns nor presidential upholstered furniture nor even “Old Glory” (the “Star Spangled Banner” flag from 1814) are in air-tight or sealed rooms. Yet, they are beautifully preserved. Most preservation companies will store your wedding gown in a card board box. Some companies place your gown in plastic or shrink wrap. This should be unacceptable to you. On the other hand, responsible preservationists such as Wedding Gown Preservation Co. use treated acid-free or PH balanced breathable cardboard and tissue paper for your gown. If not in a breathable environment, even acid-free or PH balanced cardboard boxes can re-acidify over time, often in three to five years. This is why costume conservators and museum curators recommend checking and if necessary replacing these boxes periodically to ensure the proper long-term archival preservation of valuable textiles such as wedding gowns. Additionally you must handle your cardboard storage boxes with care.
How and where do I store my wedding gown that is in a preservation box?
Successful long-term preservation of your wedding gown depends on you. Where and how you keep the gown will have an effect on its condition. Store the box flat, with top side facing up. When you move the box, carry it as level as possible, so your gown does not shift. Protect your gown from extreme temperature and humidity, which may cause the material to deteriorate. All fibers even the cleanest, degrade under high temperatures, and many may discolor permanently. According to experts, curators and The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC., a sealed cardboard container that is not a breather, absorbs and can trap moisture that may promote the growth of mold or mildew within the storage chamber. This will stain and weaken the fibers of your gown as it affects even clean fabrics. Check the box for mold and mildew every few years, especially if you live by the beach or otherwise a high humidity area, as they may harm your gown. Therefore, it is not wise to store your gown in an attic or a cellar. Choose a cool dry place, without much traffic, and away from direct sunlight, to store your gown.
I don’t want to keep my gown in a box. Can I make a wedding gown preservation bag?
Absolutely and it is not difficult if you have a sewing machine or know someone who does. All you need is a clean white or light blue sheet. Choose a size that will provide your gown enough room to hang freely. Fold the sheet in half and sew the “open side. Sew the top leaving an opening for the hanging part of a clothes hanger. If you can find one, hang your gown on a padded hanger.
How and where do I store my wedding gown in the Preservation Bag?
Hang your gown on soft preferable padded hangers, never on metal hangers, in the Preservation Bag in a closet within your living quarters. Inspecting your gown, showing it off and airing it as mentioned above.
Contributed by Nily Glaser of the A-wedding Day free online magazine, Author of the FREE downloadable, printable wedding planning guide, book.
QUESTION:
What would you do if you felt like your groomsman dressed better than you on your wedding day?
ANSWER:
To avoid having your groomsman dressed better than you on your wedding day. You have 2 options:
- Have the best man and the groomsmen rent tuxedos or suits at the same time and from the same place as you do. Many attire rental shops will supply the groom’s tuxedo or suit for free if your party rents a minimum number.
- If the groomsmen wear their own set a dress code. For example: A Dark Blue suit, White shirt, Solid Light Blue tie etc.
Also, take care of your grooming. Be sure to be a very well groomed groom (pun intended).
But most importantly, you are marrying the love of your life. Celebrate this very special occasion and don’t worry about anything other than your happiness and joy.
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Nily Glaser is the founder of A-wedding Day magazine, a very popular Wedding Resource, and Information Center. She is a published author who wrote and published the A-wedding Day Wedding Planning Guide, Book. She writes important articles and has presented workshops for wedding professionals all over the USA.
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