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06.20.14

HOW TO PLAN A WEDDING IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME part 6

Finding a dress is difficult but it is very important ! Wedding dress shopping can be fun however this can be a frustration process as well. It can take up too 4-6 months to have your dress shipped to you. If you are getting your dress from a local shop usually the process is about 1-2 . It will take more than a few times to choose something that you look absolutely amazing in . This is the last thing you want to worry about!!! Remember, there are alterations that may need to happen as well. And alterations need time and work and visits. Instead of going to a shop that special orders go to the bridal stores that carry multiple dresses in stock. Try to find a dress off the rack that doesn’t need to be ordered. You don’t have time for constant fittings. Dresses that lace up the back are easier to fit and will require fewer trips to the seamstress. Try something that is easy to put on as well. Laces take time meanwhile a zipper just takes seconds .

You may need to drive to a larger city to find a store with multiple sizes in multiple dresses. Usually Manhattan has amazing bridal salons such as Karen willis Holmes , etc. Also we recommend you going into the bridal salon with a few friends, maybe your maid of honor , or mother . Take your bra and a pair of heels to check the length, preferably you can take the shoes you are going to wear the day of your wedding if you have them . Also have your phone ready for a selfie . You def want to remember how the dress looks like on you before you buy.
If sometimes doesn’t fit don’t be afraid, given the time , you can always make alterations . Especially if you made your mind up with a certain dress.
Maybe you can even wear your mom, grand mothers , or aunts dress. Usually Vintage gowns make the event much more special. It will be an honor for them to see you in their dress . Believe me , and also ask if you can have it altered. I don’t think they are going to wear it anytime soon .

I hope this helps .

Filippo Barbarotto

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06.18.14

HOW TO PLAN A WEDDING IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME part 5

Believe it or not officiant, priests, rabbi, are very important for your ceremony. So make sure you contact one .

Certain religions or churches require couples to attend pre-wedding counseling. Pre-wedding council is important because if you want a spiritual connection with your spouse this will help you understand each other in a deeper way . If you want a religious officiant, your officiant will likely want to meet with you and your partner before the wedding to discuss the vows, and special speeches , or any type of special traditions that you may have . Remember the ceremony part the majority of the times , its really for the parents & grand-parents as well as YOU (bride and groom ). It is a very emotional part of the day. Maybe the most emotional part especially the moment when both of you are reciting the vows. Don’t wait until the last minute. Ministers book well in advance but they can usually do several ceremonies in one day. Give yourself a 6 month window gap because of your desired times. If they aren’t available you can ask if an associate pastor is available on their team or perhaps a colleague.

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06.13.14

Dayna & Chris @ Long beach Boardwalk Engagement pictures

Ever heard of Long beach boardwalk in long beach NY. A very famous boardwalk that was destroyed by sandy nearly 2 1/2 years ago . I remember it was pretty bad. Take a look at some of the images that I pulled off the internet to show you the progress that NY has made. This place is not nicer then ever and this is the reason why Dayna and Chris decided to have their engagement portrait session here.

Regardless it was my second time back since the storm. I honestly didn’t even know how nice it was until I showed up. It was full of tourist and different people who were there just to enjoy a beautiful sunny june day . As I got to know Chris & Dayna a little more during our conversation , I learned of Chris’s recent back surgery so I couldn’t really ask him to pick Dayna up or do the usual piggy-back rides. It didn’t really matter at this point because Chris and Dayna had amazing body chemistry. They were really into each-other and less into the photos which made it a little bit easier for me . Although there were tons of people at the boardwalk & beach we tried to shoot in such a way that the photos was composed of just the two of them . Their is an entry fee of 12$ per person. So if you are wondering or want to stroll the Long Beach sand and water, be prepared to have 12$ on you. No credit cards or debit cards . I took them on a stroll on the actual beach. We took some portraits by the rocks and then i proposed this idea . I asked them if they were ok to go into the water and they agreed. This made for some amazing photos. I actually fell into the water because one of the waves snuck up behind me and made me loose my equilibrium , but the camera was fine. It was worth it for the shot.