''ABC Wedding Tips from the Top''
April 2, 2013 (MMD Newswire) -- With spring in the air and weddings on their way, here are a few wedding planning tips from the Association of Bridal Consultants ("ABC").Master Wedding Vendor, Ginia Lucas from Mesa, Arizona (www.yknotparty.com) advises, "Couples just beginning their planning need to prioritize every item on their list, and they should not sweat the small stuff. For example if a bride has a specific centerpiece in mind, then she should compromise on something else, like possibly getting a DJ instead of a band, or going with chicken instead of the Seafood Duet. If peonies are particularly important for the bride's bouquet, have a late spring wedding so that they are in season. Some items might seem wildly important to you, but none of your guests will be as concerned. Don't let something small ruin what should be the best day of your life!""Your wedding will be a thousand times more special and memorable if you create it to reflect your unique personalities," says Kathy Vaughan, ABC Master Wedding Consultant from Boulder, Colorado (www.abeautifulmemory.com). " Remember this is your day. You do not have to follow traditions unless that is the kind of wedding you really want."
Your wedding will probably be the most elaborate party you will ever host. Enjoy the process and plan it wisely. Consider working with a professional wedding coordinator to help design and execute the day," suggests Joyce C. Smith, Master Bridal Consultant from Cincinnati, Ohio www.weddingsunltd.com. " It's time for you to 'be a guest at your own wedding'(sm)and to truly relax" .If you are interested in becoming a wedding planner, ask about the ABC Professional Development Program where you can learn from best, and join the best. You might also see our www.BusinessofBrides.com and www.WeddingPlannerMag.com. The business of planning weddingsis fun and a great source of extra income."Also, brides and grooms should also remember there are always trade-offs," says Ed Griffin, Master Wedding Vendor from Seattle, Washington (www.theweddingdjs.com) "You may want the best entertainment in town, but they could cost you an extra $ 1,000. You may want an amazing ambiance, and your coordinator can show you how $ 1,000 of lighting can transform a boring building into something stunning. Maybe reconsider that $ 10,000 floral budget. You can often pare back in one area, to get exactly what you want in another."ABC is the oldest and largest group of wedding planners in the world, now with over 4,000 members located in all 50 states and 31 countries. Brides can go to (www.BridalAssn.com ) or call 1-860-355-7000 to locate an ABC professional wedding planner near to them. ABC has been providing training, networking, and career support to the industry's top wedding planners since 1955. ABC emphasizes on-going professional education and all members agree to uphold the ABC Code of Ethics and Professional Standards of Membership.Association of Bridal Consultants56 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT 06776David Wood / President860-355-7000 / www.BridalAssn.com