E-mail VS Standard Mail Wedding Invitations

E-mail VS Standard Mail for your Wedding Invitations What's right for you.

Wedding invitations have been sent by mail or in person for centuries. There’s always a real thrill about receiving an envelope that isn’t just a promotional letter or bill, so people will wait in anticipation to get an invitation to an upcoming wedding!

Some people like things that they can touch (and keep)

People like to be able to touch and feel things and hold them in their hands. People like to use all of their senses wherever possible. Printed wedding invites are also popular for their keepsake value; family and friends will often treasure a wedding invite from their loved ones.



Wedding invitations can show status and effort

Couples want their wedding to be a special day and it is often a way for the bride and groom to express themselves too. A luxury wedding invitation mailed or delivered by hand can show the effort and love you put into your wedding day.



Not everyone’s online yet

Not everyone has a computer so getting your virtual wedding invite to your elderly relatives in particular may not practical! A good old fashioned paper invite sent via standaed mail would be the best option.







Why Consider Sending Email Wedding Invitations?





They save LOTs of time!



Think about the time it takes to address envelopes and stuff them (not to mention sticking stamps.) Also, I found that it was WAY easier to collect my guests’ email addresses, as opposed to their snail mail addresses. Plus you don’t have to worry about them getting lost, misplaced or delayed in the mail!



They save trees, oil and fuel



No I don’t know exactly how much of each product it takes for all the world’s couples to get married each year, but between wedding cards, envelopes, RSVP cards, RSVP envelopes, and anything else stuffed inside envelopes – It’s has to be a lot



They can help save your budget



The postage alone for 300 invitations and RSVP reply cards costs upward of $300. Plus the average couple in the US spends between $650-850 on the actual invitations. That’s a lot of budget that could go towards food, wine and music. Not to mention the trees, oil and fuel you help save



They offer instant RSVP Gratification



You can instantly see who had opened them and who had RSVPed.



They are convenient for your guests



With email wedding invitations and a wedding website, guests have all the information they need at their fingertips and can easily RSVP for themselves and anyone else in their party. Plus they can access the information at any time on a computer or smart phone, or they can decide whether to print anything out and stick it on the wall or carry it with them.



Email wedding invitations aren’t right for every couple, but they can make a statement. They say, “we’re modern, smart and savvy and I care about making my wedding fun and easy for my guests to attend.”







In the end, whether it’s traditional, modern or modern-traditional, what matters most is that you the couple, have the wedding you desire! The best advice anyone can offer is don’t worry to much about tradition and etiquette; as they are changing everyday rather, spend time planning the wedding of your dreams and maybe make some New Traditions of your own along your way down the winding road that leads to becoming Husband and Wife.



Happy Planning to you



Sincerely,



Terry

http://www.magicalmomentweddings.com/

magicalmomentweddings@gmail.com

239-369-7797 or 239-878-3526

http://www.facebook.com/MMWeddings

Hints for Hiring a DJ

1. Experience

The first thing to consider is experience. More specifically, experience in the type of event you are planning. Do they have Wedding, Grand Opening Experience, Club Style What do they do? What kind of training has the DJ received? Myself having started out on as a Radio DJ as well as nightclubs, train all of our staff in the proper way to handle a wedding or other event! I feel confident that "All" of our DJs years of combined experience prove to be one of the finest offered in Florida.

2. Meetings before and Arrival Day Of

Many DJ’s will try to conduct all of their business either by e-mail, phone or a combination of both. While that is sometimes necessary if the client is at a distance we often feel that at least two meetings with the couple and ourselves are necessary to provide them with the level of service they should expect from a professional. The first meeting usually involves us meeting with you so that you can decide if we are what you are looking for in a DJ. The second meeting involves sitting down and going over the itinerary for your event. We discuss songs, order of events, dances involved and also can help provide you with ideas for your event if you are having troubles deciding what you want. We are open to meeting more times than that if you feel it is needed.

What time do you arrive: This is a important question to ask. We prefer to arrive one to two hours before the event starts (this is one thing you also need to check with your venue what time to they allow vendors to arrive for set up). This allows us to set up, clean up, change, talk to you about any last minute changes and have music playing as your guests arrive


3. Music Library

This category is a distinguishing factor that drastically varies with people who provide this service. Quite simply, anyone can claim that they have a variety of music that includes oldies, country and Top 40. The question is, are they really equipped to play the music that you want, and can they play most of the requests that they receive from your guests? How many selections does the DJ have and do you have control over what is played? If you are planning a wedding or other event where you expect a variety of ages and music tastes, it is important for you to select a DJ who has invested in a music library that allows him or her to play most of the requests received from your guests. Our DJ Music Library consists of over 75,000 song selections and we add more every week!

4. Equipment

Do they use computers to play the music, If not, you will be paying for an obsolete performance. Your Florida DJ should have high quality, industrial equipment that is designed for on the road use. All of our sound systems have been designed to provide clear, distortion-free sound with products from American DJ, and Numark. Also be sure your DJ can provide the right size equipment for your venue! Don't let equipment failure put an early end to your event. Make sure there is backup equipment and a back-up DJ If needed.

5. Personality/Interaction

It is important for you to select a Florida DJ who will provide the style and personality that you prefer. Do you want an energetic and fun DJ, or do you prefer that the DJ provide a more low key approach which is normal for weddings but not for a stores grand opening? These are questions you should ask yourself, and the disc jockey, and make sure that you can match your needs and tastes to the ability and style of the disc jockey.

6. Contracts

The importance of getting a written contract from your Florida DJ cannot be overemphasized. There are numerous horror stories of DJ's who canceled a booking at the last minute. At least 90% of the cases we have seen where a DJ canceled at the last minute, was due to NO CONTRACT:

All DJ’s you interview may not have the same level of professionalism. One of the signs of a DJ’s professionalism is his ability to provide you with a contract. A contract should include what the DJ is going to provide you in terms of service, what he requires from you to provide you this service, the total cost of the service he will provide you along with the date, time and place so there can be no confusion later if some problems should arise. A written contract provides you with the assurance of what you are receiving from your DJ and protects the DJ from any changes that he was not made aware of. I consider a written contract an absolute necessity before hiring a DJ for your event.

7. Appearance/Dress

We will always wear professional attire. Never Jeans. We will typically wear nice slacks, and a shirt. We don’t always wear a tie, however if requested we will have no problems complying.

As you can see, there are many factors that go into choosing your Florida DJ. We welcome any questions or concerns you may have about your entertainment needs. We hope that you take serious consideration when choosing your Florida wedding or event DJ.



Happy Planning to you!



Sincerely



Terry
Magical Moment Weddings and Events

239-369-7797 or 239-878-3526

Florida Beach Wedding Packages

Visit us at Magical Moment Weddings or phone us at 239-369-7797 or 239-878-3526

We currently offer Five Pre-designed Packages (Packages may NOT be altered)

Please feel free to contact us for assistance in designing your own Florida Beach Wedding Package

All of our officiating includes the sand ceremony, or shell ceremony at no additional charge

Ultra Elite Platinum Package for the Distinguished Bride's $5,898.00

•Officiant– Female Non Denominational minister to perform a personalized romantic ceremony for you and your fiancé'. Sand and Shell ceremony included (if desired) at no additional fee.

•Legal Filing of your license after the ceremony.

•Decor – Decorated 4 post bamboo arch with sheer fabric and fresh floral, aisle way with greenery and rose petals, 4 decorated tiki torches to match your floral choice

•Guest Bubbles or Rose Petal Bags – Each guest will be provided blowing bubbles or rose petal toss bags on chairs for Bride and Grooms exit

•Photography – All photos of couple and family and friends Included on a CD copyrights to couple.

•Bridal Bouquet – Consisting of Roses, tiger lilies, hydrangeas or alstromeria's

• 2 Mother's pin on corsages and 2 father's lapel flowers

•Photo Video – The Photo-Video on one DVD (a creative display of your photo highlights set to music)

•Chairs – 50 chairs for guest seating with chair covers and sashes

•Music – ceremony music of couples choice played via outdoor sound system on location

•Hair and Air Brush Make up day of wedding provided at location of your stay.

•Mini Day Spa at your place of stay day prior to wedding for Bride

•Champagne– Bride and Groom receive a complimentary bottle of champagne

•Wedding Cake – Single tier wedding cake with silk floral or chocolate seashell delivered and set up at dinner location or beach

Limousine service for up to 4 hours includes gratuity (additional hours are $55.00 each plus additional gratuity)

Unlimited telephone and e-mails through out planning process
Wedding Day Activities

•Representatives from Magical Moment Weddings and Events to assist with all wedding day activities

• Assist bride, groom, and bridal party

• Organize and set up any photos,meal place cards, bridal portrait, goblets, cake cutting items,guest book, and pen at ceremony and/or reception.

• Distribute (and pin) wedding flowers

• Bustle wedding gown

• Oversee venue decor to ensure that setting is laid out in keeping with couple’s wishes

• Follow through during ceremony and reception to ensure that time line is followed according to plan

•Coordinate all reception activities

• Provide wedding day emergency kit

• Troubleshoot when needed


Magic for Two Package $475.00


•Officiant – Non-Denominational officiant or notary, performing a personalized, romantic Florida beach ceremony.

•Photography – includes up to 50 photos edited on CD with copyrights given to couple (we reserve the right to use photos for advertising)

•Bouquet – Bride receives a bouquet consisting of hydrangeas, and a matching lapel flower for the groom.

•License – Legal filing of the license after the ceremony.

The Magical Affair Package $795.00


•Officiant – Non Denominational Minister (male or female) will perform a personalized Magical Florida Beach Ceremony ceremony for you and your fiance.

•Photography – includes up to 75 photos edited on CD with copyrights given to couple (we reserve the right to use photos for advertising)

•Bouquet – Bride receives a bouquet consisting of 12 roses bouquet in the color of her choice, and a matching lapel flower for the groom.

•Music – Songs of your choice can be played for your ceremony includes processional and recessional as well as music for guest arrival. We provide the music or you may submit your own selections.

•Chairs – 10 chairs for guest seating with chair covers and white sashes

•License – Legal filing of the license after the ceremony.


Magical Romance $1,950.00


•Officiant – Non Denominational minister (male or female) to perform a personalized romantic ceremony for you and your fiance'. Sand or Shell ceremony included (if desired) at no additional fee.

•License – Filing of your license after the ceremony.

•Decor – Decorated 2 post bamboo arch with sheer fabric and silk floral color of your choice

•Photography – 50-75 photos of couple, family and friends on a CD copyrights to couple.

•Bouquet – An 18 rose flower bridal bouquet (hydrangea or tiger lily may be substituted) and a lapel flower for the groom. Your color choice

•Attendants Floral – Small Maid of Honor bouquet and Best Man lapel floral

•Chairs – 25 chairs for guest seating with chair covers and sashes

•Guest Bubbles – Blowing bubbles will be placed on each chair (20) for Bride and Groom exit

•Music – Recorded wedding music can be provided upon request on CD/MP3 player or you may bring a selection of your own. Microphone provided for ceremony.

•Hair and Make up – for Bride day of wedding. Attendants can be purchased separately

•Ceremony – This package is for up to one hour at the ceremony site.

Magical Moment $2,750.00


•Officiant – Non Denominational minister to perform a personalized romantic ceremony for you and your fiance'. Sand and Shell ceremony included (if desired) at no additional fee.

•License – Filing of your license after the ceremony.

•Decor – Decorated 2 or 4 post bamboo arch with sheer fabric and silk floral color of your choice sheer fabric aisle runner with red and white silk rose petals, 4 decorated tiki torches to match your floral choice

•Guest Bubbles – Each guest will be provided blowing bubbles on chairs for Bride and Grooms exit

•Photography – All photos of couple and family and friends Included on a CD copyrights to couple.

•Bouquet – A 24 rose flower bridal bouquet (hydrangea or tiger lily may be substituted) and a lapel flower for the groom. Your color choice.

•Attendant Floral – Small Maid of Honor bouquet and Best Man lapel flower included at no additonal fee

•Photo Video – The Photo-Video on one DVD (a creative display of your photo highlights set to music)

•Chairs – 40 chairs for guest seating with chair covers and sashes

•Music – Recorded wedding music can be provided upon request on CD/MP3 player or you may bring a selection of your own. Microphone provided for ceremony.

•Hair and Air Brush Make up – for Bride only day of wedding provided at locaton of your stay. (payments and arrangements can be made for additional bridal party members or family)

•Champagne – Bride and Groom receive a complimentary bottle of champagne (both MUST be over 21) Sparkling Beverage for those under 21

•Wedding Cake – Single tier wedding cake with silk floral or chocolate seashell topper with disposable plates, napkins and forks for after ceremony

•Locations Included in Package Pricing are– Sanibel Island, Captiva Island, Fort Myers Beach, Naples, Labelle, Immokalee, Port Charlotte, Pine Island, Cape Coral, Bonita Beach (travel fees may apply to any other area)
*Selected locations may charge an additional "facility-use" fee which is in addition to our prices.