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The days leading up to your nuptials are a whirlwind of emotions for all of those involved in your wedding arrangements. You’ll probably experience every feeling ranging from excitement to fear during the final countdown to your ceremony. Naturally, you’re bound to fret about every detail, from the floral displays to the music played by the band or DJ. So what’s the key to avoiding a major bridal meltdown? Take a deep breath, gain your composure, and get organized.

You probably have a running list of all the last minute things you need to do before you walk down the aisle, and, no matter how well planned your wedding is, there are a number of components that can be accidentally overlooked. After months or, in some instances, years, of wedding planning you may believe you’re an expert when it comes to preparing for your special day. However, even the most well-seasoned bride can be frazzled and nervous days before the ceremony, which can often cause you to forget some wedding necessities. Here are a few tips for keeping it together before your big day.

Map Out Your Special Day

Although you may have a couple of rehearsals before your wedding, create a a minute-by-minute schedule of your marriage ceremony and reception from start to finish. Most wedding planners suggest making a list of tasks that need to be done and when each should be completed. You should also take an inventory of the important accessories that will be used during your ceremony and after party. Items such as bouquets, bridal headpieces, wedding bands, and diamond engagement rings from 77 Diamonds are just a few of the articles that brides and grooms should take stock of before the wedding day.

Hope For the Best, Plan For the Worst

Much like an Eagle Scout, a bride and groom must be prepared for wedding day mishaps and blunders. Creating your own wedding-day survival kit is an excellent way to prepare for the unexpected during your nuptials. This crisis kit should include basics such as safety pins, sewing materials, stain remover, tissues, and ponytail holders. Arrange for the maid or matron of honor to collect these items in a bag that’s accessible to everyone in the bridal party. In addition, remember to have a contact list of backups like limousine companies or event entertainers in case those who you originally hired fail to come through.

Keep Calm and Carry On

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Though preparing for a wedding can be daunting, time consuming, and stressful, keep in mind that your marital ceremony and reception are celebrations and you should be relaxed and full of joy, not overwhelmed and flustered. Spend the day before you take that trip down the aisle pampering yourself and taking some much needed R&R. Take a nice walk, attend a yoga class, or spend some time at the spa in the days before your wedding. Hand off any hefty duties to someone in your wedding party or a person whom you deeply trust. do simple activities that you enjoy or spend the day with your closets friends and family members. No matter how you plan to spend your time the day before your nuptials, take a breather and rest up for the day ahead.

I was just digging into my records to find wedding band referrals for a bride and figured I would share them with you.  The best band ever, that I remember working with is the Chicken Slacks.  They totally smashed it!  I would also check out Flipside, they were a very close second.

I just migrated my old blog and had to re-post this.  This is actually from before the new year.

Another one bites the dust…. goodbye 2012.   The end of the year is always a good time for reflection, and to look back.  Here’s a look at my favorite wedding photos from 2012.

Number 12

A simple, stark, silhouette in the city seems so special. Say that 12  times really fast  : )

Number 11

I love Photographing The Proposal.  It’s always a moving experience.  I imagine the couple’s future together, their kids, their stories, their memories of this day that will forever be visualized by this photo.  I’m so honored to be a part of something like this.

Number 10

This was a special photo that I worked on with the bride and groom.  They wanted something different and unique for their engagement session, something fun and loose.  The bride and I went back and forth and settled on this idea:  The bachelorette party meets the bachelor party at a bar… chaos ensues!  Thanks go out to the folks at The Field in Central Sq.

Number 9

Another special shot that I thought up for the couple.  I wanted to create a dreamy romantic fantasy that looked really cool.  I spent hours picking off all of those flowers petals!  Thanks to Blue Guava florist that came through last minute with all the flowers.

Number 8

This idea was inspired by the bride’s Pinterest board.  Thanks Pinterest!

Number 7

This photos was satisfying because of the contrast and the dark tone.  It’s refreshing to switch it up sometimes, especially in the wedding world when everything is all white, all the time (not that I have a problem with all white, as you’ll see in Number 5).  This photo was inspired by The Artist movie.

Number 6

I Do love this shot!  This was a hilariously funny moment… and set of photos.  I set up a mock-up of that old game show The Newlywed Game. I asked the couple all sorts of silly questions and used words like “whoopy”!

Number 5

My homage to Kasimir Malevich’s White on White, with a wedding spin on it.  (what can I say, I was an art major!)

Number 4

Super warm couple!  They were truly like this all day, happy, smiling, joyous… and in love!

Number 3

She was a little shorter than he was, if you can’t tell, so I thought it would be cute to play that up… voi’la.

Number 2

The late day sunlight was at a perfect angle and the tree was so bright and boisterous.

Number 1

I’m so proud of my state (of Massachusetts that is, my insomnia… not so happy with that).  This couple flew in to Boston from Texas to get married.   I feel like this photo says a lot; the happiness, the love and joy, the triumph, the journey.  I love it.

Talent and personality reign king!  A few months ago I met the ladies at Elegant Aura Wedding Planning and Bridal Fitness.  It’s been so great to get to know them  that I wanted to share what might be a great opportunity for my brides and grooms. In addition to being very talented, Alison and Elizabeth are such honest, genuine folks.  They are the kind of people that others want to be around… and work with.  If you’ve been thinking about hiring a wedding planner or a personal trainer, check them out here. I love before-and-after photos!