FAQ's

Having scaled back on doing weddings in the past years I have also scaled back on updating this blog site. I still do coordinate a few weddings every year mostly for friends and family and everytime I help someone plan a wedding I get a lot of the same questions! SO if any of you out there are getting married or plan to eventually I thought I'd go ahead and answer those questions before you even need to ask!

Q: When is the best time of year to have an outdoor wedding in Seattle?
A: Online there is a dryest days of the year calendar you can find (I think Steve Pool does it) and it shows that the dryest time is the end of July, then beginning of August and then Beginning of July and so on and so forth. Your best bet is to find your location early and book it sometime close to the end of July and ALWAYS ALWAYS have a back up plan for rain!!!! Living in the Northwest Rain should always be expected and remember if it rains on your big day its Good Luck!

Q:Do we have to have a rehearsal dinner at a restaurant?...
A: Heck NO! DO whatever you want. I have always felt the rehearsal dinner should be fun and laid back! You have to dress up and be formal enough on your big day and this may be the only chance you get to talk with family and firends that are in from out of town. CHoose a location thats relaxing and comfortable. I love the back yard or beach BBQ's make it fun and enjoy yourself!

Q: How long should a wedding/reception last?
A: This obviously depends on if you are having an all in one location and what activities you have for the big day. Ceremonies can go anywhere from 5 minutes to 2 hours depending on your beliefs and religion. If you are having your ceremony and reception and different locations PLEASE PLEASE have someone handing out directions to the reception after the ceremony, trust me! Receptions: I usually allow for at least 4 hours for a reception and add on from there. The average is probably 5-6 hours but this will depend on your activities and what kind of a group you have. If you have a young active crowd they may want to stay later and drink and dance, but if its a smaller group of close family you could probably end it quite a bit earlier.

Q: What if I forget soemthing the BIG DAY OF?
A: If you are really worried/stressed about this then hire a coordinator. If you dont have that option thats why you have friends and family. Things like Garters and cake cutters,etc... somehow get forgotten a lot so try and think of a close friend or family member that can run to the store for last mintue things, this should save you a lot of stress. And if it cant be fixed dont worry about it, dont let a forgotten stocking or shoe ruin your day make it work and it will be that much more memorable! Remember your attitude will make the day for everyone, including you!