Starting to plan a wedding before getting engaged?

This used to be a very unusual situation we might encounter once or twice a year, but within the last few weeks, we not only encountered 2 couples in this situation, but have been hired by both! The question we usually get, is when should planning start? There is no solid rule except the sooner the better (in most cases). You should start planning whenever you feel you are ready and it makes sense for you as a couple. Here are some options:

1. As soon as you get engaged
2. 1 year after getting engaged
3. As soon as you know you will be getting married
4. 2 years before the date
5. 1 year before the date
6. 1 month before the date

The thing to remember is, that like each wedding, each couple is unique. The situations, personalities, and experiences of each couple will determine the best time to start planning. If you are couple who enjoys being "engaged" (i.e.: I used to LOVE introducing my now husband as my FIANCE), then why not be engaged for a while before getting married? On the other hand, if you anticipate having many guests travel a long distance, informing your guests of a wedding date and providing them enough time to plan accordingly would be a thoughtful gesture. If you still aren't sure, meet with a coordinator and get a personalized recommendation.

A Perfect Day's 5th Birthday!!!

So much has been going on that I haven't been able to keep up with posting, but I am very happy to say that A Perfect Day turned 5 years old! To celebrate, we had a small party 5th birthday party that included a cotton candy machine, cereal bar, photobooth, games, prizes, and much more! Here are some pictures from the photobooth we used (provided by photobooth hawaii/www.photoboothhawaii.com). The great thing is this booth actually allows enough room for more than 2 or 3 people! You can see how much we had! I will post more pictures as I get them :) ENJOY!!!

CONGRATULATIONS ROLAND & JULES REGINO!!!

Roland & Jules had a beautiful wedding day with their ceremony at St. Augustine's Church in Waikiki and their reception at the Moana Surfrider, Westin Resort. Here are some non-professional pictures taken of their reception...professional pictures are on their way!

Wedding Cafe

Last night we had our monthly NACE (National Association of Catering Executives) meeting at the New Wedding Cafe (located at Ward Warehouse)! If you haven't been there yet, you should definitely check it out!!! The food is GREAT and the staff there are very helpful! My absolute favorite is their Chicken Veggie soup...which they happened to have yesterday (so I had some then...and bought a bowl for my lunch today)...YUMMY!!!

THANKS Tanna, Bryson, Tessa, Daisy, Nicole, and all the Cafe Staff!!!

Lei, Corsage, or Boutonniere???

Here is another one...if you don't have a preference, we often recommend a lei over a corsage or boutonniere. Here are some reasons why:

1. A corsage can snag delicate fabric (mothers & grandmothers like to wear chiffon which snags easily)
2. A corsage can be difficult for a person to attach to fabric (if not used to it)
3. A boutonniere & corsage can be difficult to attach to any fabric unless wearing a thick coat or jacket.
4. If hugging many people, a corsage or boutonniere is much easier to damage or completely break off

As always, decide for yourself, weigh your pros & cons and make the best decision for your unique situation!

Flowers for Family members

Okay, so many couples aren't sure if they need to get flowers for family members...and if so, then who to get them for! It is really up to you, but typically here is the order:

1. Parents
2. Siblings
3. Grandparents
4. Aunts & Uncles

Please keep in mind that you can always do whatever matches your situation best and as much as possible, if you get something for 1, you should get for all (i.e.: 1 uncle, then for all uncles).

Wedding Expo Guides!

So are you ready for our newest idea? We are very excited to offer ourselves as professional guides of the upcoming wedding expo! If you are already a client, it is FREE...and if you are not a client, it is only $5! If you are interested, please contact us (info@aperfectdayhawaii.com / 497-3339) to reserve your tour slot. The tour will include the following:

• Tips on preparing for the expo (what to bring, questions to ask, etc.)
• A guided tour through the expo with personal introductions to vendors, a professional friend and reference for questions, ideas, suggestions, opinions and more

A follow up option you can choose is to attend our follow-up workshop where we go through those handouts, information, & pictures to discuss ideas, suggestions, opinions, pricing, info, and MUCH more. To attend the follow-up workshop is FREE for current clients or only $5 for non-clients. As we will ensure to be attentive guides, both options are limited on a 1st come 1st served basis and RSVPs are required. If you have any questions or would like to RSVP, please contact us as soon as possible (info@aperfectdayhawaii.com or 497-3339). We look forward to making the expo experience as fun as it should be!