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8 Wedding-Day Ideas for the Groom and His Guys

November 15, 2018

Our Friends over at Groovy Groomsmen Gifts have all of the bros in your life taken care of. They had a few suggestions and ideas for what the men in your wedding could do while the girls are spending all day primping! We loved hearing all of their suggestions!

 

Weddings don’t typically start at the break of dawn, unless that’s your thing, which is totally fine. But if you’re doing yours late in the afternoon just in time for sunset at the end of the ceremony, you’ll have a lot of time not only to prepare but also to squeeze in some prewedding fun before you head your way to the altar.

It takes women considerably more time to prepare, as compared to men. If you’re the groom, killing time with your groomsmen may be your only responsibility for the most part of the day.

Think of communal activities that you can do to ease the stress of waiting and anticipating from all the preparations you’ve been doing with your partner. It’s not easy to relax especially if you’re preoccupied, which isn’t unusual for brides and grooms on their wedding day.

Here’s a quick list of eight activities that you can do with your groomsmen. Choose one or two that best fit your situation.

Brunch

Who says brunch is only for the ladies? Men like french toast, cinnamon rolls, and mimosas too. They’re just really bad at showing it.

Head on to your favorite diner, and feed yourselves like the grown men you are. This may seem like an obvious thing to do, but sometimes, people tend to forget to eat when they’re preoccupied with the stress of a big event.

This is also the perfect opportunity to whip out the unique groomsmen gifts that you have been secretly hiding from the squad. So grab that glass of cocktail you secretly love, and make a short toast.

 

Gym Session

 Break a sweat with your groomsmen and squeeze in a quick workout session. It’s always nice to get your blood flowing by pumping in some iron before the wedding ceremony.

For an hour or two, you can lift weights, run on the treadmill, or jump rope. If you’ve been feeling a lot of body tension lately, nothing beats out physical stress and pre-wedding anxiety more than a really good workout does.

Also, make sure that you still have ample time to shower after hitting the gym. Sweat dripping all over your face and body doesn’t really count as a flattering wedding-glow look.

 

Morning Hike

If it’s a destination wedding and you’ve chosen a serene beach or mountain resort as your location, you can head out for a morning hike with your groomsmen. Wake up early, watch the sunrise, and feel the cool breeze of the great outdoors.

Depending on where you host your ceremony, you can do so much more than a hike. If you have a nearby lake, you can catch some fish or go on a canoe ride. Being one with Mother Nature will certainly make you feel at peace. It goes without saying that this is only possible if your wedding happens outside the city.

 Sports Tournament

 Take your mind off the wedding for a few hours and get competitive with your groomsmen in a game of basketball or rugby. Split the gang into two teams, and keep tabs on who’s leading.

This is a sure way to wake you up and get everyone hyped for the rest of the day. Or if you want a less-intensive sport, you can try golf, a classic guys’-day-out activity.

Be careful, though. Your bride is not going to be happy with a last-minute injury. She certainly didn’t plan for you to be rushed to the emergency room or medics to give you or any of your groomsmen first aid.

Photo Shoot

To ensure that you’ll have lasting memories of the day you get married, have your photos taken by a professional photographer. Of course, the most important subject will be you, the bride, and the elegant engagement ring and wedding-ring sets, but before you’re joined by the future misses in the frame, you’ll have the opportunity to goof off with your groomsmen first.

You’ll have to decide on a peg beforehand. You and your debonair groomsmen can act serious in a black-and-white photo shoot or play it cool and calm in an outdoor setting.

It’s ultimately your call. This is a fun way for you to create a narrative for the wedding and show your personality.

 Pamper Yourselves

Visit your local barber, and get yourselves a haircut and a shave because men also need to be pampered once in a while. While you’re at it, avail of a face steam or facial massage service as well if they offer it.

Not only will the entire squad look crisp and dashing for the wedding photos and the actual ceremony, but you will also save on energy trying to figure out the right amount of pomade or spray to put on your hair. It’s important that you set an appointment beforehand so that the barber can accommodate you and your groomsmen on the day and time that you’ll be visiting.

Go Out for Drinks

Have a couple of shots with your bros if there’s a brewery or pub near your venue. Dowsing a manageable amount of beer or cocktails before the reception helps calm the nerves and eases the wedding jitters that you may be feeling.

Make sure to limit the bottles, though. One of the things your wedding planner would probably hate is a drunk person even before the party started. Remind your groomsmen that they can always drink later at the reception, with the added advantage that it has already been paid for by you.

Just imagine having a drunk person ruining your wedding. Months of preparation will go down the drain because one person had way too many bottles to drink.

Nothing

You can also do absolutely nothing. You’ve been working hard for the past few months with all the planning, suit fittings, and food tasting you’ve been doing. You deserve a break and just relax on the morning of your wedding day.

Have your groomsmen go to your house or hotel room and bond over chips, Nintendo, Netflix, and blackjack. Just tell them to grab their comfiest hoodies and joggers, and they’re good to go. A little R&R with your closest friends will help you feel calm and rested when you finally say “I do” in front of the altar.

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Engagement Season is Here!

November 24, 2017

This time every winter is when the bulk of engagements occur! Though we LOVE planning weddings, a sweet spot in our hearts is also planning engagements! Sweet Pea Events has a brother company that focuses just on proposal planning – Planning for Dudes – to help guys plan their perfect proposal! Do you know anybody getting ready to pop the question? Send them our way and check out some of our past proposal stories!

Rudy and Jessenia

Nathan and Michaela
Thomas and Alicia
Shaun and Shannon
Brook and Allyson

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Elegant Halloween Party Tips

October 27, 2017

Do you love Halloween and want to throw a fun party without all the ghosts, goblins and pumpkins? Here’s our tips for throwing an elegant Halloween party (yes, it’s possible!)

Dark Color Palettes
You can absolutely use colors past orange and black! We love using dark reds, dark greens, purples and dark blues – pretty much a moodier version of your jewel tones.

LBDs
Halloween is a perfect time to pull out those Little Black Dresses. You can even make the dress code required! Make your LBDs even more festive by adding gloves and birdcage fascinators.

Food
Be creative with your food! Serve caramel apples and other fall festive treats on a nice serving tray. (No bobbing for apples required.)

Décor
Keep your color palette in mind, but feel free to use lots of candles and moody flowers. If you adore pumpkins, grab some white pumpkins and decorate them in lace or use some spray paint. Think about your china, flatware and dishes – there are great rental companies you can choose from to create your elegant (yet spooky) look without spending a fortune buying everything yourself!

Candy Favors
It is Halloween after all – throw in some trick-or-treat favors!

Dallas Party Planner Photo: Bethany Erin Photography

If you throw a fun Halloween party, we’d love to see your photos below! If you need help with your next party please contact us here.

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7 Tips for Conveying Your Love When Writing Your Wedding Vows

January 8, 2017

This is a guest post from Rose Cabacang, community manager for Wedding Favy, makers of uniquely fashionable and exquisitely chic wedding favors to promote a pleasurable wedding-planning experience.

One of the main highlights of any wedding is the moment when the bride and groom exchange their wedding vows. The heartfelt words and promises to one another make for a special moment that can be shared with the wedding guests. For those who want to convey their love for their soon-to-be spouse, there are a few tips to follow when it comes to writing heartfelt and meaningful vows that can be cherished for a lifetime.

Photo from Pexels via Pixabay

Keep it Short
Although you may feel inclined to pour out your heart before saying, “I do” to your significant other, this can make it easy for your partner and those in attendance to begin to lose focus and easily become distracted if you speak for too long. Keep the attention of your loved one and guests by limiting your vows to one to two minutes to ensure that it’s impactful and concise. Avoid going into detail about a past memory or when you first met, which can make it easy to lose focus on the purpose of the vows.

Use Humor
Although your wedding day and your commitment to your spouse is a serious event, it can also be lighthearted and fun with the vows that you write to ensure that you get a few laughs out of your significant other and your wedding guests. Make a joke about a funny habit that your spouse does each day, but avoid including any details that are overly embarrassing or cryptic. You can also allow your guests to feel included in the special moment by avoiding inside jokes or code words that others may not understand.

Write it Down
One of the most common mistakes that brides and grooms often make on their wedding day is assuming that they can remember their vows off of the top of their head. Unfortunately, it can be easy to forget what you want to say due once it’s time to talk. Write down your vows on a personalized notebook with a product that blends in well with the decor of your event. Although you may not want to stare down at the paper as you talk to your bride or groom, you can have it in hand to ensure that you’re prepared for what you want to say. The words that are written should be legible and easy to read to ensure that you don’t fumble over any of the words or have to pause while trying to read the paper.

Photo from Wedding Favy

Make Specific Promises
The point of vows is to make promises to one another that you’ll keep in marriage to ensure that you can remain committed and in love. Make several promises that may include standing by one another or supporting each other with your dreams. You can also include light-hearted promises that includes giving back massages or always doing the dishes.

Practice Your Vows
It’s normal to feel nervous or uneasy as you prepare to say your vows to your significant other, but it can be easier to be ready for the special moment by practicing beforehand. Make it a point to stand in front of the mirror the day before your wedding to become more familiar with your vows to ensure that you feel comfortable conveying your message. This will make it easier to determine how to pace yourself and speak at an appropriate volume that your wedding guests will be able to hear.

Decide if You’ll Write the Vows Together
Some couples prefer to write their wedding vows together to ensure that they have the same theme and are appropriate for the special day. Pick a structure that you can both use to ensure that the vows are similar. You can also consider staying within a certain word count to avoid having one person speak for a longer period of time.

Leave Out the Cliches
You may assume that cliches are romantic or catchy, but it will make for generic vows that aren’t special or unique to your relationship. Include plenty of sentimental details to keep the vows original and specific to how you feel for your partner to ensure that you don’t borrow any overused phrases.

Do remember that your wedding vows will only be effective as long as you put sincerity and love in every ounce of each word. So if you intend to go for just a simple and short vow, go ahead, you will never go wrong as long as it’s from the heart.

Photo: Allen Tsai Photography

 

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Dallas VS Seattle Weddings

August 11, 2016

I’ve been blessed to have the opportunity to work in two very unique wedding markets and see two different sides of the country. I’m constantly asked by clients and vendors what the biggest differences are between Dallas and Seattle weddings. Both markets attract such beautiful weddings but there are some obvious differences that I’ve witnessed. Let me enlighten you!

Dallas Weddings:

  • I’m sure you’ve all heard that saying that “Everything is Bigger in Texas”. This tends to be true in several areas regarding weddings – flowers, decorations and guest counts being the most noticeable.
  • Dallas has way more choices when it comes to rental items (chairs, chargers, plates, etc.). You saw a unique chair on a wedding blog that you want? Chances are you’ll be able to find it locally.
  • Tradition is much more important. More couples get married at churches and have all (or most) of your traditional wedding elements.
  • Dallas brides love the opportunity to put on their wedding dress for Bridal Portraits and get dolled up before their wedding day.

Seattle:

  • There’s coffee at every single wedding. Seattle loves coffee!
  • Food and alcohol are high priorities. Seattle brides want unbelievable food with a beautiful presentation. Guests will never go hungry at a Seattle wedding.
  • Seattle has a lot more outdoor weddings! In case you haven’t heard, Dallas is HOT and people can only stand a 30-minute ceremony outside before immediately heading into the blasting AC.
  • You can have weddings with a view! You can have views of mountains, a waterfront wedding, evergreen trees, the list goes on and on.

Cheers to all of our Seattle and Dallas brides! We adore you and your unique style and weddings!

Warmly,
Emily

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Left photo: Caroline Jurgensen Photography // Right Photo: Catherine Straume Weddings

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