When, Who & Where?

You just got engaged and you have your budget set. You are ready to get to work. "So, what's the next step", you ask...The task at hand should be your date, guest list, and location. Your wedding date and guest list are very important when considering a location for your special day.

Something important to think about when setting your wedding date is that this is the day that you and your husband/wife-to-be will celebrate as the day that your lives became one. Will it be a day that is significant for your entire family? Or will it be one that only has very special meaning to the two of you? How flexible are you with your date? Will you consider changing it if your desired location is booked on the day that you have chosen?

Once your date is set, it is time to move on to the guest list. Who do you want to share in this special day with you? Will it be an intimate affair with your closest family & friends? Will you invite all of your distant aunts, uncles, and cousins who you don't talk to regularly but would be devastated if they didn't receive an invitation? Can your desired location accommodate you and all of your guests?

Our next post will expand on the where part of this post. There are many options available when deciding on a location for your wedding. Remember that whatever you decide, it should be a reflection of you as a couple.

Happy Planning!!

What's Your Magic Number?

You just got engaged and you're so excited, you don't know where to start. A great way to start planning your wedding is by setting your budget. Your magic number. Your budget will help you stay on track and out of debt.

Establishing a budget helps you determine what aspect of your wedding is most important to you and how much you want to spend in each area. Do you want flowers flown in from all parts of the world or would you prefer locally grown seasonal flowers for your wedding? Would you like to offer a 7-course meal full of gourmet delicacies? These, as well as many more, are important questions to consider when figuring out what your budget will be.

Whatever your magic number is, make sure it's an amount that you are comfortable spending to ensure that your wedding is exactly what YOU want it to be. It's also important to include a little extra money in case any surprises arise because, although you will have a wonderful wedding planner to assist you & make sure everything goes as planned, it's always a great idea to have a back up plan. So...what's your magic number?

Happy Planning!!

Valentine's Day Special

We thought it would be nice to give you our gift early. Enjoy affordable wedding planning services from La Bella Vision. We want to help you make your day unforgettable! So we are offering this special to brides and grooms as a way to cut back costs while you are planning your wedding. For information on package details, call or email us now!! We can't wait to hear from you!

* Must book by February 28, 2009.

Happy New Year!!!

We wish you a blessed, prosperous 2009!!!!

Here is a look back at what we have done this past year.

McGlynn Wedding - August 31, 2008

Christen and Brendan had a very intimate gathering at The Proud Bird Restaurant in the Lemay Room, where we had beautiful city views all evening long.



The flowers were arranged by Flowers on Mars and we just can't get enough of their awesome work.





The happy couple sharing their first after being pronounced husband and wife by Rev. Bob Schneider.



Congratulations again, Mr. and Mrs. McGlynn!! May 2009 bring you much success and prosperity.

Engagement Season Is Here!!!!

With so many couples getting engaged and being overjoyed with excitement, many still have no idea where or when to start planning. "When do we start planning our wedding?" is just the question that we are here to answer today.

Once you have the date set, you should start planning about 12-18 months before your wedding date. You should start by agreeing on a theme and/or style. What is your wedding going to say about you as a couple? From there you should pick a time to announce your engagement. This may be the time when you want to give your family and friends a small glimpse at what they can expect to see on your wedding day.

The most important aspect of the planning process is your budget. Set a very realistic budget and make sure you leave room for surprises. Now that the budget is set, it's time for research. Make a list of what you want and what is most important to you. Based on this list, you should look for the venues and vendors that you need. Who you decide to meet with should be within your set budget as well as reflect your theme and/or style.

We hope this was a helpful starting point. Now sit back and enjoy your engagement!

Happy Planning!!