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ask the experts: tips from the pros
PHOTO OF NIKKI BY
DANTE FONTANA/STYLE MEDIA GROUP
CUPCAKE PHOTO
BY DEEANDKRISPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
2G20C WEDDING
PHOTOGRAPHY
Gabby Terrasi & Ashley King
2g20cweddingphotography.com
WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR
FOR OUR ENGAGEMENT
SHOOT SESSION?
Embrace the weather and environment. Comfort
is key. Itchy sweaters, bra-straps, and over/
underdressing can distract you from the moment.
Let yourselves be present. Hint: Bring dress shirts
ironed and put them on just before taking pictures
to help your photographer out. Sweat stains and
wrinkles take extra time to edit.
Play with colors. Pick a color palette you both
like for inspiration. No neons, trust us. Save your
sexy, black outfits for date night, they can cause
awkward optical illusions. Hint: Not sure where to
start? Google “Pantone color palette.”
Express yourself. Bold new hat? Use it at the end
of your session! Bring a tote to carry alternative
looks. Romantic or playful? Why choose? Wear a
dress first then slip jeans on underneath and pop
on a flannel or t-shirt. Hint: Bring a cute blanket.
Now you’ve got a changing tent and a place to
cuddle up.
Don’t forget, this is your session! Don’t be afraid
to share ideas with your photographer. Have fun.
Make a memory!
BAKER & A BLACK CAT
Nikki Ozawa // bakerandablackcat.com
WHAT SIZE CAKE OR
HOW MANY CUPCAKES
DO I NEED TO ORDER?
The industry-standard serving size is one 1” x 2” x
4”-sized slice of cake or one cupcake per person.
The number of servings or cupcakes you would
need to order will be based on the number of
guests expected to attend your event. If you are
planning a plated meal, you may not need as many
servings, because not everyone will have dessert.
If you are serving lighter fare like appetizers and
cocktails, or lunch instead of dinner, you may need
more servings, as your guests may have more
“room” in their bellies.
JENN ROBIRDS EVENTS
Jenn Robirds // jennrobirdsevents.com
WHAT SHOULD GO ON MY
SAVE-THE-DATES?
Keep it simple! Generally, your guests love to see
a photo of the two of you, your names, the event
date, the city and state and your wedding website.
To help our clients be ready when it’s time
to send Save-the-Dates (we recommend sending
them at the six-month mark), we encourage
scheduling their engagement session at least
seven months out. This way they have their edited
engagement shots that they can use. Bonus
points: schedule your makeup and hair trial for
the same date as the engagement shoot.
VINTAGE STAMPS PHOTO BY LITTLE BIRD PAPER COMPANY
STRELITZIA
FLOWER COMPANY
Samantha Widlund // weddingsbystrelitzia.com
HOW CAN I MAKE
THE MOST OUT OF MY
FLORAL CONSULTATION?
Know what you want and what you don’t. Thin
out that Pinterest board to your absolute favorites.
Let us know the flowers you love and the ones that
make you sneeze.
Send your florist a link to your Pinterest board,
email your favorite inspiration images or bring them
in for your appointment. Reference pictures often
speak louder than words when it comes to setting
a vision.
Limit the decision makers. Opinions can be helpful
or they can be overwhelming. Deciding whose
voices you’ll be listening to while you make your
wedding decisions will save you a lot of headaches.
Be upfront about your budget. The more your
floral designer knows, the more she can work to
get you what you want while staying within your
budget.
Come in with an open mind and be flexible. Maybe
peonies won’t fit in your budget or aren’t in season—your
floral designer can help you find other
flowers that can work. Professional floral designers
have a lot of tricks up their sleeves to help you get
the wedding look you’ve been dreaming of!
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