Introducing Dynamite Weddings - Who are We?

Dynamite Weddings is an innovative, complimentary service igniting the industry by sharing new ideas and industry “Tips and Trends” or TNT. The primary and unique focus of Dynamite Weddings is our daily changing content that engages, empowers, and inspires brides and grooms throughout their wedding plans. The eye catching content offers interaction between brides and experts, which differs from current sites that merely catalog vendors.

We offer a look at prescreened Dynamite Vendors who exemplify quality service in the industry. Dynamite Weddings has personally invited only the best vendors to participate, based on their integrity, style, client rapport and their ability to progress in the evolution of wedding trends.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Tip - Cake Contract

Before signing your cake contract, be sure that it includes after hours emergency contact information, scheduled delivery date, time, location, cake sketch, flavors, all fees, cancellation and return policies, etc. Also, make sure your contract includes insurance policies in case of a mishap during delivery.

Photo courtesy of Allison Stahl Photography

Ask Marvin - To Band Or Not To Band

Dear Marvin,
I love my engagement ring! It has lots of details that show from all angles. I feel like a wedding band may hide some of the intricate details but my family keeps telling me that I have to get a wedding band. Is that true?

Band EvaderDear Band Evader,
There's no steadfast rule that says you have to wear a wedding band. Some brides like to wear a band so that they can wear their band w/o a flashy engagement ring while still signifying their commitment to their partner. Your family may be saying you "need" the band b/c that's the tradition they're used to. You do what you're comfortable with. Your family will understand but remember that once you're engaged you will receive much unsolicited advice and you need to pick and choose what you want to apply to your day.

Marvin

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Celebrate the Holidays Early

It's here...Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale starts today! Your place to find your rehearsal dinner dress, potential bridesmaid dresses, wedding day shoes and maybe just a few new pieces to celebrate your newlywed status to come! If you need me...I'll be at Nordstrom!

Engaged & Underage Casting

MTV is looking for the cast of the next season's Engaged and Underage. If you're between the ages of 18 and 22 and interested in having your experience documented, check it out.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Tidbits - For Your Review

CD – Disney’s Fairy Tale Wedding
Instrumentals with a jazz twist from all your favorite Disney movies. Includes one of our personal favorites, Cinderella’s “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes.”

CD – The Modern Wedding Collection: Various Artists
“Pachelbell’s Cannon: that’s sooo 17th century.” If your musical selections are a little too classic, try this. Classical re-workings of the Pixies, Peter Gabriel, U2, The Flaming Lips, and more. Grandma won’t even notice the difference!

Book – Accessorizing The Bride: Vintage Wedding
Finery Through The Ages, by Norma Shepherd
Vintage never goes out of style. This exhaustively researched and beautifully photographed coffee-table book is a great reference providing excellent inspiration if you’re seeking “something old.”

Book – Simple Stunning Weddings:
Designing & Creating Your Perfect Celebration, by Karen Bussen
Location, location, location is the focus of this handy book from wedding design expert Karen Bussen. With all the great information and style tips contained within, it’s like having your own personal wedding designer.

Content provided by Sierrastyle Weddings

Trend - Earth_Friendly Stationary

If you're looking for earth-friendly elements talk to your stationer about 100% cotton paper, recycled or embedded paper, wood veneers and soy-based ink.

Photo courtesy of Earth Friendly Wedding

Tip - Accordion Fold Programs

Instead of following a traditional magazine style program with multiple pages, think about downsizing to an accordion fold. This pocket size program will fit conveniently in purses and pockets for a keepsake.

Photo sample provided by Martha Stewart

More Voting Bribe Rumors?

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Show your "I Voted" sticker at any Krispy Kreme location today and you'll get a free voters donut; compliment it with a free cup of coffee from Starbucks. On your way home, stop in at any Ben & Jerry's location from 5 to 8 p.m. to enjoy a scoop on the house.

Present proof that you cast your vote, and you'll earn 15 percent off all purchases at all French Connection stores today too!

These are some voting perks I can get behind!

DON'T FORGET TO VOTE!!!!

Photo provided by Ben & Jerry's

Monday, November 3, 2008

Tip - Check Your Venue's Regulations

Check with your venue to make sure that if there are specific parking regulations, set delivery doors, strict no delivery times that you are aware so you can notify all delivering vendors.

Photo courtesy of Sharpe Photographers

Spotlight On - Bella Donna Bridal Salon

Bella Donna Bridal Salon is a Sacramento based salon offering an array of stunning sample dresses for you and your bridesmaids. Bella Donna’s knowledgeable staff wants to get to know you and assist in making sure that you find a dress that fits your needs, vision, and expectations for your wedding. They listen to your story and learn about the details of your special day. Bring your ideas, your magazine clippings, and your imagination. They will discuss with your vision of the perfect wedding gown – then they will find it. Bring your mother, your sister, your bridesmaids – everyone will be comfortable in their relaxed, intimate salon. You will be shown to your very own fitting room, complete with mirror, pedestal and a seating area for your guests. Visit Bella Donna Bridal Salon and be prepared to be pampered.

site: www.belladonnabride.com
address: 2663 Town & Country Place, Sacramento
email: info@belladonnabride.com
phone: 916.481.5065

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Trend - Cake Monogram

If you are looking for an elegant, simple, stylish way to personalize your cake without overwhelming it, think about a monogram. This gives your cake personality without taking away from it's simple beauty.

Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Trend - Tease Your Guests

Don't let the theme to your wedding go unannounced until the reception. Give guests a little teaser by incorporating your theme and colors in the save the dates, invitations and wedding website (if applicable). Some guests will try to guess how you will incorporate this theme into your wedding day.

Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists
Invitation by Stephanie J Designs

Tip - Sprinkle Lovely Lavendar

Dried lavender sprinkled along your aisle will create a mild, comforting aroma as you pass over it on your way to the altar.

Photo provided by Limauge Boutique

Saturday, November 1, 2008

Trend - Ordained Friend/Family

If you don't have a close tie to a specific church and are uneasy about a stranger officiating your wedding, ask a close friend or family member. Most would be honored and elated that you asked them to play such a big part in your day. Getting ordained online is reasonably easy nowadays. They may be able to add some personal insight into you as a couple that really makes the moment intimate and even more significant!

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Tip - Learn Some New Moves

Surprise your husband or wife with some new dance moves that you can share with them at the reception or on your wedding night. Some salsa perhaps?!

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