Spa Ready for the Big Day..

 

Spas are the perfect place to get ready for your wedding day. But what spa treatments should you get, and when should you get them? Here's a treatment timetable that works for your big day.

Getting Ready for your Wedding At the Spa:

1.         Two months to go – Get more aggressive facial treatments like micro-dermabrasion and glycolic peels. They remove the skin's outer layers and leave you glowing, but the skin needs time to recover.

2.         One month to go: Get a facial to deeply cleanse, exfoliate and treat your face and neck. Extractions and outbreaks will  have time to clear up.

3.         Two weeks to go: Get a body treatment like a salt glow to look perfect in skin-revealing gowns.

Follow with a relaxing massage or hot stone massage.  Drink plenty of water afterwards.

If you like the tan look, get a spray tan for a beautiful golden glow.

4.         One week to go: Get your spa manicure and pedicure out of the way.

5.         Wedding Day!: Now that all of your spa appointments are done, it’s time to concentrate on hair, make-up and getting dressed to look your bridal best.

Stay tuned for more great tips, features and fun facts on our weekly return to our blog.

 

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We are thrilled to announce new and exciting things coming your way!  Please be on the lookout for brand new happenings here at RTA in the next couple of weeks ;)

 

 

Table Numbers

If you decide to have a seating chart for your wedding reception, you will need to find a ways to label each table. One of the best parts about planning your big day is adding your personal touch to your wedding reception table numbers. Creative designs offer a great way to reflect who you are as a couple and highlight your wedding theme. Whether you are modern, classic, fun or quirky, there are lots of different ways you can take your table numbers from simple to fabulous.

Although numbers are the classic choice, you don’t have to settle for a simple white card with a number on it! There are many great choices out there. Here are just a few fun ideas I found for a more distinctive and creative way to direct guests to their tables.

Recently, brides are skipping the table numbers altogether and giving each table a name! The options are endless. Here are some ideas to jump-start your own creativity:

-          board games

-          books

-          famous couples

-          movie stars

-          movies

-          favorite countries visited throughout the world

-          famous landmarks around the world

-          types of flowers

-          types of wines

-          car brands

-          natural elements like stone, water, wood, fire, etc

-          cartoon characters and superheros

-          languages

-          musical instruments

-          sports

-          sports teams

-          desserts

-          types of cuisine

-          TV shows

-          cocktails

-          craft beers

-          types of candies

-          time periods and eras

-          favorite restaurants

-          card games

One more option:

Ask your photographer to take a few photos of you holding up numbers during your engagement session. If you are using your engagements pics for “Save the Date” cards of other wedding related correspondence, this will ensure a consistent look, as all the photos will be taken on the same day.

Trend Alert: Metallic Wedding Cakes

Metallic trends are really hot right now in the wedding world. From adding these type of accents onto bridal fashion to having them on tables in the décor details these accents are popping up all over the place. One big way metallic is making a splash is on the wedding cake. You can tone it down with a few accents here and there or go with an overall metallic cake and really turn heads. Whatever you chose will make your cake the perfect accessory to your celebration. Here are some examples:

 

Baraat ideas... One horse or Six hundred horses

The traditional Indian wedding establishes a bond between two families and their cultures. The marriage ceremony is a series of colorful event spread over two to three days. One of the important and fun ceremonies is the arrival of the groom (known as Baraat) on the day of the wedding. A Baraat is a huge parade of family and friends of the groom, dancing their way to the ceremony site. This is the grooms chance to make a grand entrance with his friends and relatives, who are called the “baraatis”.

I have seen a groom enter on a horse, an elephant and even a Ferrari. A baraat is generally for about 30 minutes, during which the friends and family members dance around the groom. They usually have a Dj and Dhol player to add to the mood.

Traditionally, the Groom’s entrance is on a beautifully decorated White horse. Recently grooms are opting for different entrance options to really impress and the limitation is their imagination (And maybe rules of your Venue!)

Baraat options we have recently discussed with our clients are:

Tampa Trolleys, car, yacht, speed boat, jet ski, helicopter, elephants and convertibles.

Some additional baraat tips:

·         For an evening baraat fireworks are a beautiful addition

·         Have guests throw flower petals which will look gorgeous in photos

·         Serve light refreshments of cold beverages to guests, especially if it is taking place outside during summer

·         Consider giving matching safas or scarves to the male guests to wear. This could become favors after the procession.

Escort card ideas

Indian Themed escort cards

Escort cards come in many different styles.  There are many to choose from.  When choosing these for your big day it’s important to take into consideration what your theme or colors are for the event.  If you can’t find one that goes with your theme or colors try getting an elephant style like the ones below.  Elephants symbolize good luck and are a great way to say thank you.

Here are some examples of Indian themed escort cards that we love...

 

3 Budget Wedding Tips for a Fall Wedding

One of the best ways to stick to your budget wedding plans is to plan a wedding in the fall or winter, when fewer couples are tying the knot. Many experts agree that choosing to get married in the off season is an excellent way to save money. So after you order your affordable wedding rings online, pop the question, and start thinking about budget wedding ideas for a fall celebration.

                                     

Here are 3 fall budget wedding tips:

1. Decorations

Instead of shelling out a lot of money to the florist, consider using seasonal flowers and foliage as decorations at your fall wedding. Ask your favorite local florist if you can pay a small fee to rent potted seasonal flowers, such as mums, to decorate your ceremony or reception venues. Choose a flower color that will coordinate with your bridesmaid dresses. Or purchase inexpensive glass vases for each table at the reception, and fill the vases with small branches of colorful fall leaves and grasses collected by friends and family. Better yet, choose an outdoor venue and let the beauty of the natural world serve as your free decorations.

2. Food

Work with your caterer to create a budget wedding menu that includes fruits and vegetables that are in season. This choice is better for the environment and may also save you a fair amount of money by selecting produce that is plentiful and available at this time of year. Butternut squash, pears, and tangerines are just some of the bounty of the fall harvest. Butternut squash bisque, a mixed greens salad with tangerine dressing, and pear tartlets all sound delicious and seasonally appropriate for a fall wedding.

3. Attire

If you get married in the fall, you may benefit from bridal stores attempting to mark down the wedding gowns they still have in stock after the spring and summer wedding seasons. If you are having an indoor wedding, then a sleeveless wedding gown will still serve you well for a fall wedding. If you are planning an outdoor celebration, then you may wish to find a coordinating lacy shawl or elegant shrug to stay warm. If you find a more elaborate shawl, then it would likely be best to opt for a very simple gown.