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Would Jennifer Aydin Also Arrange Marriages for Her Kids? – Bravo
Jennifer Aydin, The Real Housewives of New Jersey rookie, has lots of tips when it comes to marriage. For example — as we saw on a recent episode — she’s fond of repeating the old adage: The man is the head of the family, but the woman is the neck; she can turn the head any way she wants. It’s debatable whether that’s universally true, but Jennifer does have marriage experience to speak of.
The Turkish beauty is married to a plastic surgeon, with whom she shares five kids and a palatial Paramus spread. When Jennifer gave her fellow ‘Wives a tour of said manse, she said of one room in particular: “Culturally, we have a fancy room. When people come over, important guests, when they come to ask for my daughter’s hand in marriage, this is the room that I would bring them [to.]”
And speaking of her daughters’ eventual marriages, a Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen viewer had a question about that when Jennifer stopped by the Clubhouse on December 5. “I know you had an arranged marriage, and I was wondering if you plan on doing that with your kids,” the caller asked.
Jennifer first offered a clarification. “So, I was actually set up. I didn’t have to marry him if I didn’t want to. We set each other up, and I would hope to do the same for my kids.” (The “we” she was referring to was her cultural community.)
Watch the clip above to Jennifer chat marriage, and keep scrolling down to get a tour of her home.
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How to get amazing wedding photos – INSIDER
- There’s a lot that goes into wedding planning, and getting great wedding photos can be difficult
- INSIDER spoke to some experts to find out how you can make sure your wedding photos look amazing
- It’s important that you find someone that you trust
There are so many things that go into planning a wedding and for many brides and grooms, wedding photos are high on that list. Your wedding photos are what you’ll look at to remember your big day for the rest of your life.
Getting great wedding photos, however, can be easier said than done. Hiring the wrong photographer can quickly turn into a disaster, and going into the event with absolutely no preparation could end in disappointment.
INSIDER spoke with some experts in the industry to find out how you can make sure you get some great shots of your day.
5 Women Who Have Each Been a Bridesmaid 10 Times Tell All – Brides
A lot of what it takes to be a seriously supportive rock-star bridesmaid is knowing what to do, where to be, and how to say no to things you just don’t want to do. But figuring out how to make it to the wedding day without losing your cool with the bride or the other members of the bridal party can be tricky. Often it requires patience, trial and error, and walking down the aisle a few times before ditching the title of rookie bridesmaid.
Wondering what you need to know as you take on the role of being a bridesmaid? Read on to hear the advice of five bridesmaids who have been a member of a bridal party 10 times—each!
Be careful about saying yes to everything
“Bridesmaid mistake number one is saying yes to everything. When I first started being a bridesmaid, the only word out of my mouth was yes. When brides asked me to do ridiculous things, like call family members and tell them they were being too dramatic, or spend $1,500 on a weekend in Vegas for their bachelorette party, I instantly said of course. Why not? All of that adds up and you become miserable. I started thinking before responding and only saying yes to things I wanted to help with, could afford to go to, and had the energy to be a part of. Being a bridesmaid doesn’t mean you have to do everything the bride says. It means you have to support her however you can, and want.” —Brittany T., 37
Don’t feel like you need to give a gift for everything
“All of my friends from college got married before we all turned 28. I was constantly going to weddings and spending the little money I was making at my entry-level job on things for everyone else’s wedding (I didn’t get married until years later). One thing I realized: People expect you to get them a gift for everything. I was buying one present for the engagement party, another for the bridal shower, and a big one for the wedding. That ended after wedding number three, when I realized I was buying my friends too many things. I implemented a one-gift rule. I spent just $125 and gave the couple a check at their wedding. That’s all I could afford then, and that’s all I gave.” —Erin W., 35
Don’t buy a new dress each time
“Please, never buy a bridesmaid dress. You and your closet will be mad at you later. I have a total of 12 bridesmaid dresses. That’s over $3,000 of clothing I will never wear again because, honestly, where would I? If I can give you one piece of advice, it would be to find the dress used, rent it, or see if you can borrow it for free. Save your cash for pieces of clothing you’ll actually wear again in your lifetime.” —Shelby D., 39
Don’t be afraid to ask
“Want to bring a plus one? Want to skip the bachelorette party because the thought of going to a club and getting bottle service skeeves you out? Speak up. As a seasoned bridesmaid (10 times before I turned 30), I’ll tell you a secret. The only way to make it through the wedding without resenting the bride or your role as her bridesmaid is to be open and honest about things. She’s busy and stressed. She can’t read your mind. Ask for what you want and need so you can be the best bridesmaid ever.” —Tory S., 31
See more: 5 Women Break Down How They Spent Over $2,500 on Being a Bridesmaid
Don’t take it all too seriously
“It’s over when the couple says ‘I do.’ Try not to take any of the wedding drama to heart. It can be a bummer to deal with a difficult or emotional bride, or just one who has no idea what she needs to do, saves it all for the last minute and begs for your help. I’ve done this bridesmaid thing more times than I can count on my hands. I gave up years ago caring too much about it and instead show up when I need to, say no when I want to, and remember that a wedding is a party and I’m going to have fun no matter what.” —Diane G., 33
Have the Perfect Day for Your Wedding and Add Some Spice with These 9 Tips | – SpaceCoastDaily.com
Getting wedding inspirations for your big day is becoming easier and easier by the minute. The superfluous ideas of how to perfect your day, whether by booking your favorite band or creating an over-the-top buffet, should really come in handy.
Getting wedding inspirations for your big day is becoming easier and easier by the minute. The superfluous ideas of how to perfect your day, whether by booking your favorite band or creating an over-the-top buffet, should really come in handy.
However, sometimes reading too many tips might get your thoughts a little scattered here and there. It’s important to stay focused and really concentrate only on what you and your partner want.
Because after all, it’s your wedding and everything in it should be screaming your names. The wedding, tainted with your personal touches, can still be trendy, though.
We’ve rounded up these 9 tips that add some spice to your wedding and make you have the perfect day:
1) Plan a Surprise Entertainment
Live entertainment can always change your guest’s mood completely. Can you imagine how it will make them feel if it were a surprise? Whether it’s a live band, belly dancer, or a fireworks show, your guests will absolutely be enthralled by any sort of entertainment.
Moreover, its effect will without a doubt, double if they didn’t know about it beforehand. Just make sure that the source of entertainment you get is not just trendy, but rather something that you and your guests love. Because after all, what’s the point of having a live band if no one knows how to sing along, right?
2) Throw In a Candy Bar
Who said that candy is for children? Candy Bars at weddings are all the rage! And don’t just throw in some cupcakes and chocolate and think you can get away with that. Your guests will really appreciate it if you put some extra effort into your candy bar.
You can print your photos on cookies (while it can still be edible!). You can make themed cupcakes of your favorite cartoon characters. Let the children (and everyone else) roast s’mores on a stick. All the while you can add macaroon and meringue towers, all your favorite candies and chocolate, and of course, the holy grail of everything sweet; a chocolate fountain.
3) Create a Theme
That leads us to the next tip. As we mentioned in the previous point that you can create themed cupcakes, well, you can create a themed wedding as well! Your theme can range from a delicate royal wedding to a medieval-themed wedding and everything in between.
It all depends on what you and your partner want. For instance, if both of you are fans of Game of Thrones, then what better way to get married other than in the realms of Westros. And hopefully, it won’t be just another Red Wedding.
4) Capture Memories With a Photo Booth
Want to break the ice and let your guests really enjoy their time? Give them a Polaroid and a cool backdrop. Now, not only will they have fun, but you’ll have the proof for it! Having pictures is the best way to capture all the best moments.
While any photographer can do that, your guests will not find the opportunity every day to dress up and let themselves go wild in front of the camera. To you, this will be the perfect material for your wedding album. For your guests, it’s more than that; it is you think outside the box to keep them entertained. They will definitely appreciate it.
5) First Dance Turnaround
Your first dance is when you’re the center of attention and everyone is formulating their first impressions of you as a bride. Don’t worry; you will be the center of attention the whole time. It is just the time when all eyes are on you and only you. How comforting, right?
But you can turn that energy quickly in your favor. Whether you choose a traditional first dance song such Aerosmith’s I Don’t Want to Miss Everything or you want something more upbeat such as Jason Mraz’s I’m Yours, you can switch the song midway to something entirely groovy such as Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars. Everyone will immediately be rushing to the dance floor!
6) Food Stations
Basically, most of your guests are coming to eat. A festive wedding calls for festive food. Instead of the typical buffet or set menu, serve something creative and enticing. Offer canapés and pass around food. In addition, your guests will never get enough of food stations; it’s just a matter of what stations that might attract them.
For starters, you can have a potato bar, whether baked, mashed, or fired, and mix them with dips and sauces. Other stations your guests will most definitely indulge in are; sushi station, ice cream station, and of course, a pasta station
7) Wedding Cake for the Masses
Have you ever tasted a wedding cake? Wedding cakes are these legendary myths that we only get to catch glimpses of, yet never taste. It’s time for you to change that! Make your wedding cake memorable, by its theme and taste. And guess what? Your wedding cake doesn’t actually have to be cake at all! Do you love Cinnabons? Well, make a Cinnabon cake! And give each and every guest a roll. Who wouldn’t call that wedding perfect?
8) DIY Invitations and Decorations
Gone are the days when DIY meant poor quality. DIY decorations are actually becoming trendier and trendier, as it always shows a part of you and your personality. You want your wedding vibes to be adorned with your own personal touches, don’t you? A DIY invitation is you taking an extra mile for your guests and offering them a piece of you. Don’t just do an invitation that will be thrown away after your wedding, but do an invitation that will actually be fascinating to have.
9) Change into Something Comfortable
A perfect day entails your utmost comfort. Forget about those 6-inch heels and the super tight dresses. After the first dance, you can change into your sneakers so you can move around more freely. Chances are you won’t have a good time if you can’t take a single step without feeling you’re about to trip.
Your Day, Your Rules
If you jazz up your wedding with these 9 tips and tricks, your wedding day will be an unforgettable and worthy experience for you, your partner, and your guests. But remember, most importantly, that you do what you – and only you- want.
Communicating what you and your partner want to your wedding planner is key. Your wedding planner should become your best friend. And when you’re comfortable with everything, only then that you will feel everything is perfect.
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