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Ways of making your proposal memorable Pg. 4
Wedding planner checklist Pg. 6
What to consider when shopping for rings Pg. 9
Top color scheme ideas for 2020 Pg. 10 February 12, 2020 Special Edition of:
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Some hotels even offer gy has made it easier than ever before eling all weekend long. consider when arranging lodging for airport shuttle service, which can save to stay connected to faraway loved ones, • Attractions: Attractions are anoth- out-of-town guests is transportation to guests even more money. and engaged couples no doubt have a er important factor to consider when and from the wedding. Many hotels of- Couples hosting many out-of-town handful of guests on their lists who will choosing a hotel for your wedding fer shuttle service for wedding guests, guests for their weddings should do need lodging when the wedding week- guests. Brides- and grooms-to-be will be which can save guests the added expense their best to ind a hotel that’s afforda- end arrives. busy throughout the weekend, but wed- of renting cars to get around on the day ble, accommodating and close to their Many hotels cater to wedding guests, ding guests who arrive in town on Friday of the wedding. Couples may need to wedding venues. so inding a hotel should not be too dif- for a Saturday ceremony will have lots icult. However, inding the right hotel of free time on their hands. Unless your requires couples to consider a host of wedding weekend is intended to be a factors. weekend retreat for you and your guests, • Location: Location is arguably the try to ind a hotel in a lively neighbor- Applying for a marriage license most important consideration when hood with plenty of nearby attractions Prior to a marriage ceremony in Iowa, pear at a local of ice. choosing a wedding hotel. Hotels that so guests have something to do in the a License to Marry needs to be applied Couples are encouraged to apply sev- are close to transportation hubs such as days and hours before the wedding. for at a county recorder’s of ice. You can eral weeks ahead of their wedding date. airports or train stations will be a wel- • Cost: Many hotels offer discount- apply at any county of ice to be married There is a three-day waiting period for the come relief to guests who traveled far ed rates to wedding guests, so couples in Iowa. Both parties and an individual license to be valid. A $35 fee is due upon and wide to make it to your wedding. should expect to do some negotiating of legal age who is acquainted with both application for the license to marry, and But hotels located in close proximity to before making a inal decision regarding parties need to be present when applying includes a certi ied copy of the Certi icate your ceremony and reception sites will their wedding hotels. Travel is expen- for the license. All parties need to present of Marriage. The Certi icate of Marriage also be appreciated, especially come the sive, so if your list includes a lot of out-of- their driver’s license or ID when signing will be mailed to the couple after the mar- end of the reception when guests who town guests, try to ind the most afforda- the application. Contact a county record- riage. If you have any questions about ap- danced the night away will want to re- ble rate without settling for unsightly er’s of ice to obtain an application by mail, plying for a marriage license, contact a turn to the hotel as quickly as possible. accommodations. Guests will appreci- if it isn’t convenient for all parties to ap- county recorder’s of ice. Merging finances after getting married Happy couples experience various inances. Arguments may stem from cou- riage than another. It’s important for all responsibilities. Couples need to agree changes after tying the knot. One of those ples not understanding how their partner cards to be on the table and to work to- whether one person pays for certain bills changes concerns couples’ inances. views money or the disparities in spend- gether to eradicate debt. If a person will be exclusively, whether they spend from one According to an analysis of data from ing habits among partners. Couples who coming to the marriage with poor credit, salary and save the other, or combine i- the National Survey of Families and make early efforts to get on the same page it may be worth it to keep things separate nances completely and spend equally, of- Households, arguments about money are concerning inances may have smoother until a spouse works on remedying his or fers NerdWallet. a frequent concern with married couples. waters ahead than those who delay such her inances, according to Credit.com. Engaged couples who develop a Furthermore, there is a higher correlation discussions. • Decide how to split expenses. 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This smaller gesture is a hints before you ask to gauge the way Keep in mind that catching your signi i- thoughtful way to show them that you they feel. cant other completely off guard may not cherish the memories you have and Plan to document be how they envisioned their proposal. your dedication to creating more. Of course, you will have this memory Make sure to ind out about their plans Choose between in your mind forever, but documenting for the day and look for the perfect win- public or private the moment will give you a memento. dow to ask for their hand in marriage. When deciding when and where to You may be able to ind a professional Don’t overplan pop the question, you should consider photographer to capture the proposal in Try to think of something both you your partner’s feelings. If they tend to a candid or even ask a trusted friend to and your signi icant other enjoy to- be more private, a quiet proposal in an freeze the moment in time. Date night at home helps couples reconnect Planning a relaxing date night creates promote teamwork, wholesome memo- ruption. When planning a Valentine’s Day a vital role in good health and well-being a way for couples to reconnect without ries and hopefully, a tasty meal. Together, date night, choose a time when you can ind throughout our lives. Sometimes, it can be breaking the bank. Finish up your business choose your favorite recipe or search for a a babysitter for the day or a few hours. With dif icult to incorporate a suitable sleeping emails and phone calls early so you won’t new one that appeals to your taste buds. Ex- the house empty, you can indulge in per- schedule, due to a busy routine. Take ad- be disturbed during a movie. 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Be- rose petals and other fragrant ered for couples to enjoy the wed- cause many weddings took place lowers into sachets that are em- ding of their dreams. in the spring, lowers were used broidered with the wedding date Flowers play a big role in many to mask bodily odors. Not only and couple’s names. Guests can weddings, and couples can add were lowers and herbs carried, use these sachets to keep clothing beauty and ambiance to the event but they also would be sewn into smelling fresh in drawers or as by using loral arrangements in clothing. subtle air fresheners around the various ways. Modern loral ar- Modern brides and grooms house. rangements are stunning, and may no longer see their wedding • Edible lowers: Ask the cater- many couples may not know that days as times for opportunistic er to make meals lower-friendly herbs, spices and lowers have evil spirits. But that doesn’t mean by including some edible blooms been used in weddings for centu- keep evil spirits from spoiling the bridesmaids would be responsible that couples cannot borrow from in the salad or as a garnish on ries. festivities, and some even tucked for fashioning these loral compo- ancient traditions and incorporate meals. Today, lowers are used to dec- bulbs of garlic into their bouquets. nents. In ancient Sweden, young lowers into their weddings in var- • Raining petals: In lieu of bub- orate wedding venues, impart In ancient Greece and Rome, both girls would carry small bouquets ious ways. bles or birdseed, guests can show- sweet fragrances and comple- the bride and groom wore gar- of fragrant herbs down the aisle • Wreaths and garlands: Ask er the newlyweds with rose petals ment formal attire, but in ancient lands made out of strong-smelling and the groom would put thyme in the lorist to weave small lower after the ceremony. times they were used different- herbs and lowers around their his pocket. These aromatics were buds, berries and vines to a head- • Memorial: Some couples like ly. Flowers were used to bestow necks or heads. These wreaths thought to help keep trolls at bay. band, wreath or piece of twine to honor departed family mem- good luck on the couple and keep were considered gifts of nature, Besides warding off spirits or so that the bride and groom can bers. 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An engagement shoot also can be Engagement photo shoots can be a a great time for couples to speak with unique way for couples to commemo- their photographers about angles or rate and enjoy the months preceding styles they prefer or dislike. their weddings. Engagement photos 4. The bride and groom have save- memorialize the engagement and pro- the-date or social media photos. En- vide many additional bene its as well. gagement photographs can be used for 1. Engagement photo shoots give save-the-date cards or social media couples a chance to connect with postings (check with the photographer their photographers. Booking an en- for licensing agreements). This can be gagement photo shoot provides helpful a great way to spread excitement about information to both the couple and the the upcoming nuptials. photographer. The photographer gets 5. Photo shoots provide a chance to see how the couple interacts in front to experiment with vivid backdrops. of the lens and can determine any inse- rapport with their photographer. If cou- gives couples time to spend together. Engagement photography gives couples curities or strengths and weaknesses ples and their photographer don’t click, An engagement photo shoot is an ideal plenty of opportunities to experiment couples may have. These lessons can scheduling an engagement shoot well in time to spend an afternoon in a special with different locales, which may not be be iled away and help make wedding advance of the wedding gives couples location focusing on each other without possible come the wedding day. day photos look better. Similarly, spend- a chance to ind someone else to take wedding planning taking up your time. Engagement photography can be a ing time with the photographer gives their photos. 3. Photo shoots provide a chance to worthwhile inclusion in pre-wedding the couple an opportunity to develop a 2. An engagement photo shoot get comfortable in front of the camera. celebrations. Top color scheme ideas for 2020 Spring wedding Other options • Purple, blush, mist and rose gold ac- • Mint and forest green cents • Caramel and lilac Summer wedding • Champagne and mustard • Ivory, blush, neutrals, gold and loral • Powder blue and aqua accents • Teal, orange and gold Fall wedding • Red, coral and black • Burgundy, navy, emerald and gold • Ice blue and hot pink accents • Purple and pink Winter wedding • Lavender and light purple • Burgundy, black, platinum, silver • Rose pink and grey and crystal accents • Dusty rose and black
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