From the Planning Category
- 16 Feb
by Rosemary
No commentsAre you dreaming of a perfectly color-coordinated wedding?
One of the first things a bride- to-be starts thinking about is her wedding color scheme! It can be a bit overwhelming, with all the beautiful choices available.
In researching color trends, I came across this wonderful website; www.dessy.com/PANTONE. Pantone, the Worlds Color Authority, has partnered with The Dessy Group to provide brides with a collection [...] - 2 Feb
by Rosemary
No commentsBella Vita receives WeddingWire 2010 Bride’s Choice Award.
Phoenix, Arizona – January 25, 2010 – WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced Bella Vita Weddings and Events has been selected to receive the WeddingWire 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for Wedding Planners.
The annual Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent [...] - 2 Jan
by Rosemary
No commentsWedding Budget Worksheet
The biggest reality check in planning your wedding is the issue of money! It’s hard for many people to discuss money and with emotions running high; money can be the source of a lot of anxiety in the planning process. Add to that the fact that the average wedding budget in the USA can run from [...]
- 16 Dec
by Rosemary
No commentsPreplanning—Wedding Basics Checklist
You just got engaged! The feeling of being on “cloud nine” is often quickly replaced by feelings of anxiety at the prospect of wedding planning. Wait! Take time to absorb the wonderful feeling of being engaged. Once you have collected yourself and your thoughts the first step should be a pre-planning session with the one [...]
- 17 Nov
by Rosemary
No commentsPlanning a wedding on Forest Service Land
One of the most beautiful scenes in the Southwest is Cathedral Rock reflected in the waters of Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing, Sedona, Arizona. Many couples want to have their wedding at one of the beautiful, natural sites in Red Rock Country.
My husband and I just returned from a weeks stay in Sedona, golfing, [...] - 1 Nov
by Rosemary
No commentsWhat will you do with the food that is leftover from your wedding reception?
What will you do with the food that is leftover from your wedding reception? Did you know that almost 50,000 children go to bed hungry each night in Maricopa County alone? Did you know that here in the Phoenix area there is a great agency that will collect your leftovers and deliver them to your [...]
- 1 Sep
by Rosemary
No commentsBella Vita’s Wedding Countdown Checklist
Bella Vita’s Wedding Countdown Checklist
9-12 months before:
Announce your engagement.
Print and mail engagement announcements.
Send an announcement to your local newspaper.
Arrange for parents to get together.
Decide on a date and time. (Be flexible)
Decide on a budget.
Discuss your budget with everyone who’ll be contributing to the event.
Interview wedding planners.
Pick the ceremony site and meet with the officiant.
Work on [...] - 14 Aug
by Rosemary
2 commentsAre you wondering if you really need a Professional Bridal Consultant when your wedding/reception site has an on-site coordinator?
Are you wondering if you really need a Professional Bridal Consultant when your wedding/reception site has an on-site coordinator and staff to assist you? To help you make an informed decision, here is a breakdown of the most common duties that you can expect each to fulfill.
Your hotel or wedding site sales manager/coordinator will usually:
1. [...]
