Keeping this comment here so I can share it with my fiance: - 3:25: Eat when you can, so you can last through the event - 3:53: Plan some face-time with each guest - 4:39: If you love dancing, designate someone to pull you'll onto the floor regularly - 5:14: Pause and take it all in - 6:10: Plan some alone time - 6:54: Pay ahead of time, so you don't have to pay things during the wedding - 8:10: Plan transportation - 9:15: Hire (designate?) a day-of co-ordinator - 10:12: Hair and Make-up - 11:13: Don't worry too much - 11:49: Don't stay too long - 12:39: Be yourself
I went to my cousin's wedding this past weekend and they actually left their reception for a half hour or so. They said they were "taking more pictures" but their photographer was totally not hopping out of that cab with them. Whether they went to go consummate or just have a quiet drink together, I couldn't help but think, "Wow, I really want to do that on my wedding day." They are so in love and spending that little time just to relish in it must have been beautiful.
That's what I like about Jewish weddings. The couples actually have built-in time for them to get away and be alone together. I wish more couples would do this regardless of their faith or beliefs. It's a busy day when they're always "on" for their guests. It gives them some down time to have self care before going back to caring for their guests.
I have a weird regret. I wish I had a pocket watch or something on the table, I had no idea what time it was, like ever and it stressed me out thinking that I was always running late or missing the timing on things
YES. I asked several times throughout the day and always got the “don’t worry about it” response...which is nice, BUT I kept thinking, “no really, what time is it?”
LovelyDancer92 I know! I tried to stay present and leave my phone in my bridal suite but it left me feeling lost and unable to relax because I wanted to get everything done on time. My wedding planner was very relaxed (opposite of me) and that gave me more anxiety lol.
My favorite style of receiving line I have seen done is where after the ceremony guests are asked to stay seated. The couple exit and return about 5 minutes later to release and greet guests row by row. All the guests get to sit down while waiting and are then motivated to be quick with their greetings. It takes the pressure off of greeting at reception tables where there is navigating the dress and food, as well as guests not wanting to miss their chance, also means that the couple don't have to rush eating together.
My brother did this at his wedding over the weekend. They exited and then popped back out from a door in the front. Suprise! Then they zigzagged their way back up the aisle, dismissing one half row (one side) at a time starting at the front and gave everyone a hug or handshake greeting as they exited their row. Everyone loved it. The family (first dismissed) all hung around right outside (in the foyer) to speak with guests on their way to the reception space (on the other side of the foyer) and wait until everyone exited the ceremony space to return for photos.
Thanks for sharing that! I actually just posted a question about that! I thought visiting tables would take to long and didn't know if I liked a receiving line. That sounds like a very good option!
I conducted a Facebook poll to see what my friends thought of receiving lines, and the overwhelming response was that they HATED them. So we'll be opting for table visits! This is likely a "know your crowd" kinda thing.
We do both in my country. It is so weird to me to have no receiving line. The bride and groom are the hosts and should be receiving their guests, not having the guests receive them... The same way about visiting tables, at least once during the evening the bride and groom should spend some time with each guest. But I guess it's a cultural thing.
Our cousin had one and it was the most awkward thing ever, but neither of them are extroverted people so them looking uncomfortable made everything just beyond unbearable. We're doing a first look so after some quick family photos we're gonna join in at cocktail hour instead, and then make rounds during the reception to make sure we catch everyone.
lol. I didn't know there were countries, where they didn't have a receiving line. Where I live it is done a 100% of the time. Completely normal for kisses and congratulations. Also the time, when people give their gifts. We were very pleased, that most of our gifts were envelopes with money in them. In total we got enough to pay for the wedding reception and party. Otherwise we'd been in debt...
My favorite tip was get some alone time with your husband. My bridal party set up a spot where me and my husband was able to sit right after our wedding to get some quiet time between us. They were so great, the Best Man "stood guard" to make sure we weren't disturbed. :0)
Just a note on professional hair/makeup. For my wedding I wasn't able to afford both for all my bridesmaids and I didn't want them to have to pay too much for anything. I hired makeup artists, which was great because everyone has coordinating makeup looks. For hair, I was able to have a family friend do my hair, and I just let everyone else do their own/eachothers hair. I think if you have to choose one, makeup is the way to go! And everyone's hair looked great!
The first video I’m watching of you ACTUALLY ENGAGED lol! I am so excited to check out master plan because after our meeting with a wedding planner yesterday I was left in tears about how expensive everything, and specifically her, was. We decided it’s best for our budget just to have day of coordination but that left me saying “how tf do I make a plan for tables and where they go and seating charts” and “when do I book this?” etc etc. I think master plan will help a ton!
Wedding Wire is also super helpful! And keep researching planners - ours is wonderful and much more affordable and she still found a way to shave some money off so that we could afford her!
Finding out how much everything is is definitely depressing, and scary. Just breathe and take your time! Really talk about budget after seeing what your options are. My wedding is three weeks away!! Best of luck to you!
The dancing tip!!! I said at our engagement party that I would mingle till 10pm then I was on the dance floor. I’m setting myself the same time limit for our wedding! That gives me 3 hours of boogieing!!! Xx
I love your channel. You are a professional planner but understand not everyone can afford one and you share all your information here without feeling like it is a threat to your business. I’m getting married sometime late next year and want to do it on a relatively small budget (still in the brainstorming not officially engaged stage) and your tips have been amazing. Although there is no way the actual wedding/reception will last 4-5hrs. My limit would be 3 MAYBE 4 hours lol
We recently decided on no bouquet toss or garter toss! My mom thought it was SUPER weird but we both agreed that we didn’t love the tradition & didn’t feel the need to include something we didn’t like! I also decided on NO veil but instead a wedding “cape” and EVERYONE has something to say about that one 🙄
Girl, you do you. I made the same two decisions and feel super happy about it. People are used to things being a certain way but who says that‘s the only way? If you do something you‘re uncomfortable with, you‘re not gonna enjoy yourself and neither will all your guests who want to see you happy :)
Love that! I couldn’t decide between a cape or veil or train and ended up going with a tule train so its kind of like a veil! Also my fiance and I are not traditional, but we still sat down and were like “what traditions do we want to include/leave out and why” it was interesting to think “what is the purpose of a cake cutting?” and things like that. It made us feel better about the traditions that we decided to keep and it feels more like our day.
Cavin Elizabeth Photography my fiancé says he HATES the thought of going under my dress & pulling something off my thigh! too personal for us to share with people so we just decide to opt out of both 🤣
Totally agree with the one about worrying. I wasted time on my wedding day being worried about our choreographed first dance when in reality it went totally fine and people don't care or even notice if it's perfect.
I’ve been watching this sooooo much I’m still engaged to my amazing fiancée but we’re still trying to plan our wedding down here in Ontario Canada!! When I saw one of your videos for the first time I fell in love with your videos!!! A lot of helpful info!!!
My last video before getting married in 48 hours. Thank you Jamie ❤Some of my personal tips before getting married: -Get a venue where you can BYO and save soo much $$$ -Get the week before the wedding off work to do the final touches that you didn't know you would need to sort - If you're like me, start your tanning, hair, nail trials far in advance. I am a simple girl who does not get any of this in my day to day life - Do not book your honeymoon for the day after your wedding (consider the pack up) - if you cannot afford a MC and/or day of coordinator like me, recruit your trusty sister or someone you trust fully and remember they will be doing A LOT more work than you think - Stand back, you are not going to be as hands on as you think.. otherwise you will not enjoy the day at all! - I was a bridezilla the entire process, i plan on being the most chill bride on the day.. go with the flow Love, bride from Australia x
So excited for the planner!! I’m going to recommend it all the brides I know :) I’ve been watching for so many months and can not believe my wedding is in FIVE. DAYS. Thank you for all your help Jamie, all your advice has helped me keep my cool in this whole planning process. ❤️ P.S. this video could not have come at a better time!!!
I am going to attend a wedding next month, and it's gonna be my first wedding as an adult. Can you do a video on wedding guest etiquette/ expectations/dress code?
This video honestly couldn't have come at a better time. I've been so incredibly stressed out with the wedding plans this week. The advice in this video has helped to calm me. I feel like I can breathe again. Thank you!
Your kid is sooo precious Jamie 😭❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for these videos. Seriously.. I’m getting married 07.12.25🥰 I’ve taken so many notes, this is insane When I’m actually at the 12 month mark I’ll be purchasing your monthly master plan. I am so freaking excited God bless you love! ❤️
I’ve been married for 20 years now, so not planning on a wedding, but I love your channel! You’re so awesome and entertaining! Congrats again on your launch! Here’s to you, Boss Lady! 🥂
Is it common in the US to pay vendors at the end of the wedding day itself?? In the UK we settle all bills anywhere from 6 to 1 week before the day! No worries on the day :)
Great advice... especially number 12. I'm getting married in November and not doing a garter toss or a bouquet toss because I just hate the idea of it. I always have. I'm not doing a traditional wedding dress. I love tons of things so i'm having a bunch of different themes because thats just me and my fiancé. A lot of people are like "you can't do that" why not? Definitely do what you want to do
Totally agree with paying in advance! As a vendor, I hate having to ask to be paid on the wedding day. Most couples have the best man pay me but sometimes they forget. The last thing I want to do on someones wedding day is hound them for money. It's so much easier to pay in advance.
I’m getting married in January of 2021 and I stumbled upon your page from your Acrylic Sign video! I’m so glad I did!!!!! I can’t wait to watch all your videos ❤️ LOVE!!!
Can you do a video on rehearsal dinners that features how to have a nice dirt cheap one at your own home? I'd also love to hear what the heck a receiving line is, when it happens, and if there are any creative alternatives.
I am a day of coordinator at a venue and a small tip or gift is not expected but always appreciated. What's also great is a personal mention if you are later reviewing your event online. I typically receive $50-$100. I hope that helps. Good luck!
Can u do another diy bridesmaid proposal box and also maybe a photo backdrop diy? Also if u know of any easy ways to do a photo booth/ an app u can use or something so u don’t have to hire someone that would be great to see! Love your videos ❤️
All your videos have been so helpful, I’ve been binge watching them the last 2 days 🤣 its a little stressful knowing I counted out some things that you recommend, because my budget is Soo strict(I decided I probably couldn’t do professional hair and makeup).. now I’m wondering if I should find out how to fit it in! Since my wedding is outside, I know my hair and face will be faced with the elements Lol. I have already planned moments with my fiancé where we are having moments alone, we are having a last dance.. just the two of us before our official grand exist. It will be on the dance floor and everything but it’s just us two to soak in the whole day and actually be in the moment alone. I hope for other moments during the day but I made sure to include it at the end for sure!
Hi! Your advice is so applicable and helpful! One thing I've wondered and tried to think through is all the different options for the bride and groom greeting all the guests. I would like to hear your favorite ways to say hey to everyone while still keeping the day moving and not getting stuck talking with a chatty Cathy for 30 minutes. 😁
My bridesmaid updo was intact through the whole wedding, clean up, and traveling gifts to the bride and grooms house. Also two clothing changes and it took me almost 30 minutes getting all 128 (yes I said 128) pins out of my hair. Did I mention I had shoulder length hair. Lol so worth it to pay for hair and makeup.
Ahhhhhhh!!! I wish this course was like a few months ago! I’m getting married in 30 days and it’s all planned out and over planned.. or I would totally need you! Will make sure to share your videos and page with a friend of mine
We’re having a first look, 2 hours before the ceremony, then we’re having a lunch with our bridal party where they do our speeches for us haha cos speeches are so boring for everyone else so we are cutting them from the big dinner 😅 cut straight to dancing and dessert!!
Hi Jamie! It would be amazing if you did a video on planning the actual ceremony when using a friend as the efficient. We have no idea where to start! Google is overwhelming with script ideas and makes my head hurt. I'd love to hear your thoughts and any suggestions on resources for secular wedding & unity ceremonies.
I love your videos so much even though I’m not a bride. 😂 You’ve inspired me to become a wedding planner & coordinator. But are you also a wedding designer? And can a person be all three?
Sadly, I was married and divorced and there is not another wedding in my future, but if there was, your class would be a requirement for me! Sounds great!!
Video Idea I would love to see: I think it would be cool if your subscribers that have just been married or married awhile posted their regrets or things they wish they had done at their weddings and you could read them off and comment and/or suggest solutions for all of us planning our weddings. Your videos are seriously so helpful and I think my fiancé thinks I am in a relationship with someone named Jaime because of me saying "well, Jaime made a good point about (fill in the blank)" Haha
Jamie what do you suggest. Should the wedding party stand from tallest to shortest or opposite? I'm thinking the tallest standing from left to right. Not sure what looks best for photos.
For my daughters total bohemian wedding in October we're doing a custom bacon and hoecake bar and grits shooters along with a charcuterie board for cocktail hour and a huge hog roast with upscale "southern" sides for dinner. We're doing a beer canoe instead of kegs so nothing goes to waste and along with the cake we're ordering little fried pies from the Mennonite community. We have about 250 high energy guests and a playlist of all high energy 80s, 90s, and early 2000s songs in hope of a dance reception similar to the end scene in the movie Hitch🤣
I am planning a wedding more than 2 years out -- if I buy it now, will I lose access to what I already did because I only have 12 month access? Would you consider making a different price point for over 12 months of use?
A lot of people I’ve seen recommend getting a ‘Google phone number’ for your wedding so that you can get rid of it after. Just like a wedding email! Plus then there’s no spam mail after😂 and you can give it to your wedding party to use too!
It's so funny how weddings are so different everywhere. My brother had a wedding a month ago and the venue they picked had their (white) car from bride and groom for driving to and from house, photographer, church, venue; band that played hundreds of weddings and are actually announcing everything at the recepcion and the most interesting difference is "staying late" - bride got up early to get ready and stayed up for aprox. 24 hours - it is normal here that bride and groom stay last, so if the wedding reception begins at 8 in the evening it ends around 5 in the morning.
Exactly! For us transportation is always top of mind even if the couple chooses not to go with a limo/fancy car (the car of arrival is important for some reason?) Also she mentioned that the groom and bride carve out alone time, which in our culture’s wedding would probably make people riot if the bride and groom leave for a bit at the same time 😂 We also have the couple leave last, but we def don’t stay past midnight
Meet and greet is on my wedding day! Would love to be there, but is also out of state.. I didn’t think about greeting guests myself but my mom made a point to ask me what my plan is with that and I’m glad she did.
OMG #2!!!!!!! I am so bummed I didn’t get a chance to say hi to everyone. There are ALWAYS people that seem to Bogart your time and I wish sooo bad I got the chance to see other people and thank them for coming before that happened!!
...also, side note about the staying too late point. My husband also checked out early, yes...he accepted too many congrats shots, but he was bummed he missed out on some of the end of the night memories that I have with some people jumping in the pool and late night grubbing on leftovers. Point being, this one day you worked your a** off for is worth all the memories it holds. Don’t miss out.
Receiving lines are very common in Australia. After the married couple walk back up the aisle together they find somewhere to wait and then everyone comes past and congratulations them. Also, Americans still use check books? I don't think I have seen one of those in 10 years. Bank transfer people. Easy as.
Receiving lines are very common in my country as well. The bride and groom are the hosts and should be receiving their guests, not the other way around. At least that's what we call politeness. Also, yes, bank transfers. I'm from Romania and have never seen checks in maybe 20 years. We pay a down payment to all vendors and the rest of the money is transferred through the bank in the following period.
@@nonabgo in most American weddings, the day is a celebration of the couples' love and future. Here, it's the couples' day; it's about them. The guests are important, but typically come second to the couple. If you have different traditions, that's fine, but at least don't go on an American wedding planning video.
@@Priya-zc1mi You do realise I commented on Eleanor's reply where she says the same about Australia, right? The only thing I did was to iterate that other parts of the world have the same customs. What's your problem with me then? I can "go" wherever on the internet I want, some things are the same everywhere. I doubt you have ownership over "American wedding planning videos" so stop taking everything so personal.
THANK YOU for mentioning tips on hair and makeup! As a pro artist, I feel like could easily make a video of like "15 things your Bridal Hair and Makeup Artist wish you knew!" Ugh!!
I would love if you could do a video on officiants. In PA you don't have to have one, so I would love your opinion as well as info on what exactly they do or why we would need one. My fiance doesn't want one and I think it's helpful to guide the flow of the ceremony. Thank you!!! I love all your videos!
Really!? I can't even begin to imagine a wedding without an officiant. How do you have a wedding ceremony without one? Do you just say: "Hey guys! Thanks for coming. We're married now. Onto the reception!" Or do you mean you don't need an ordained pastor/minister? I'm so confused and so curious now 😂
Me and my fiancee are super unconventional when it comes to our wedding 😂. We don't even want dancing at all at our wedding because we don't really care about dancing except maybe the first dance. Because of the venue we chose, that's not gunna be an issue. We also are having it on a Friday (because the date of our anniversary will be permanent, therefore we want the numbers to flow) and we're not doing a bouquet toss or garter toss. We just want a beautiful, social event essentially. Not really the "party all night" type wedding lol. Ultimately, we are planning this whole thing and our parents are super supportive and not judgemental at all. So far it's been easy!
I love when you upload, so I can plan my wedding that doesn’t exist 😂
Sincerely Eccentric I already got married in April, but I still watch haha 😂
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Bahaha, same!
LMAO LITERALLY! 😂😭😭😂
Keeping this comment here so I can share it with my fiance:
- 3:25: Eat when you can, so you can last through the event
- 3:53: Plan some face-time with each guest
- 4:39: If you love dancing, designate someone to pull you'll onto the floor regularly
- 5:14: Pause and take it all in
- 6:10: Plan some alone time
- 6:54: Pay ahead of time, so you don't have to pay things during the wedding
- 8:10: Plan transportation
- 9:15: Hire (designate?) a day-of co-ordinator
- 10:12: Hair and Make-up
- 11:13: Don't worry too much
- 11:49: Don't stay too long
- 12:39: Be yourself
I went to my cousin's wedding this past weekend and they actually left their reception for a half hour or so. They said they were "taking more pictures" but their photographer was totally not hopping out of that cab with them.
Whether they went to go consummate or just have a quiet drink together, I couldn't help but think, "Wow, I really want to do that on my wedding day." They are so in love and spending that little time just to relish in it must have been beautiful.
That's what I like about Jewish weddings. The couples actually have built-in time for them to get away and be alone together. I wish more couples would do this regardless of their faith or beliefs. It's a busy day when they're always "on" for their guests. It gives them some down time to have self care before going back to caring for their guests.
“Whether they went to go consummate or” actually cracked me up I felt like a child lol
I love "From Point A to Wedding Day". This is a great slogan for your business. ♥️
So agree
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Can you please do like a packing list for brides for the day of? Or something like that
Dakota Sky she already has a video about that. Idk what the title is but it helps a lot.
It's one of her earlier videos, I think it's called My Emergency Kit (or something like that) and she goes over lots of things
Jamie Wolfer you da best!
Iriolexis Encalada thank you!!!!
I have a weird regret. I wish I had a pocket watch or something on the table, I had no idea what time it was, like ever and it stressed me out thinking that I was always running late or missing the timing on things
Oooohh such a good point! I'm just gonna joink a watch into my updo or something, not knowing the time is totally gonna freak me out!
YES. I asked several times throughout the day and always got the “don’t worry about it” response...which is nice, BUT I kept thinking, “no really, what time is it?”
LovelyDancer92 I know! I tried to stay present and leave my phone in my bridal suite but it left me feeling lost and unable to relax because I wanted to get everything done on time. My wedding planner was very relaxed (opposite of me) and that gave me more anxiety lol.
Katja Oksanen maybe get a small one and stuff it in your bra 🤣 I kept listerne strips in there too
That is actually something I didn't think about and a great suggestion.
My favorite style of receiving line I have seen done is where after the ceremony guests are asked to stay seated. The couple exit and return about 5 minutes later to release and greet guests row by row. All the guests get to sit down while waiting and are then motivated to be quick with their greetings. It takes the pressure off of greeting at reception tables where there is navigating the dress and food, as well as guests not wanting to miss their chance, also means that the couple don't have to rush eating together.
My brother did this at his wedding over the weekend. They exited and then popped back out from a door in the front. Suprise! Then they zigzagged their way back up the aisle, dismissing one half row (one side) at a time starting at the front and gave everyone a hug or handshake greeting as they exited their row. Everyone loved it. The family (first dismissed) all hung around right outside (in the foyer) to speak with guests on their way to the reception space (on the other side of the foyer) and wait until everyone exited the ceremony space to return for photos.
Thanks for sharing that! I actually just posted a question about that! I thought visiting tables would take to long and didn't know if I liked a receiving line. That sounds like a very good option!
I conducted a Facebook poll to see what my friends thought of receiving lines, and the overwhelming response was that they HATED them. So we'll be opting for table visits! This is likely a "know your crowd" kinda thing.
I agree, it seems more personal
We do both in my country. It is so weird to me to have no receiving line. The bride and groom are the hosts and should be receiving their guests, not having the guests receive them... The same way about visiting tables, at least once during the evening the bride and groom should spend some time with each guest. But I guess it's a cultural thing.
Our cousin had one and it was the most awkward thing ever, but neither of them are extroverted people so them looking uncomfortable made everything just beyond unbearable. We're doing a first look so after some quick family photos we're gonna join in at cocktail hour instead, and then make rounds during the reception to make sure we catch everyone.
lol. I didn't know there were countries, where they didn't have a receiving line. Where I live it is done a 100% of the time. Completely normal for kisses and congratulations. Also the time, when people give their gifts. We were very pleased, that most of our gifts were envelopes with money in them. In total we got enough to pay for the wedding reception and party. Otherwise we'd been in debt...
My favorite tip was get some alone time with your husband. My bridal party set up a spot where me and my husband was able to sit right after our wedding to get some quiet time between us. They were so great, the Best Man "stood guard" to make sure we weren't disturbed. :0)
Just a note on professional hair/makeup. For my wedding I wasn't able to afford both for all my bridesmaids and I didn't want them to have to pay too much for anything. I hired makeup artists, which was great because everyone has coordinating makeup looks. For hair, I was able to have a family friend do my hair, and I just let everyone else do their own/eachothers hair. I think if you have to choose one, makeup is the way to go! And everyone's hair looked great!
Can you do a video on some of your favorite personal touches to incorporate into a wedding?
The first video I’m watching of you ACTUALLY ENGAGED lol! I am so excited to check out master plan because after our meeting with a wedding planner yesterday I was left in tears about how expensive everything, and specifically her, was. We decided it’s best for our budget just to have day of coordination but that left me saying “how tf do I make a plan for tables and where they go and seating charts” and “when do I book this?” etc etc. I think master plan will help a ton!
Caitlin Bishop use the knot app :) super helpful!
@@shawnapandya3274 I was going to say the same!
Wedding Wire is also super helpful! And keep researching planners - ours is wonderful and much more affordable and she still found a way to shave some money off so that we could afford her!
Me too.!!! I’ve been watching for awhile, but just got engaged Aug.25 😍 congratulations to you as well!
Finding out how much everything is is definitely depressing, and scary. Just breathe and take your time! Really talk about budget after seeing what your options are. My wedding is three weeks away!! Best of luck to you!
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Oh my goodness thank you. Girl.... Calm your promo down.
The dancing tip!!! I said at our engagement party that I would mingle till 10pm then I was on the dance floor. I’m setting myself the same time limit for our wedding! That gives me 3 hours of boogieing!!! Xx
I love your channel. You are a professional planner but understand not everyone can afford one and you share all your information here without feeling like it is a threat to your business. I’m getting married sometime late next year and want to do it on a relatively small budget (still in the brainstorming not officially engaged stage) and your tips have been amazing.
Although there is no way the actual wedding/reception will last 4-5hrs. My limit would be 3 MAYBE 4 hours lol
We recently decided on no bouquet toss or garter toss! My mom thought it was SUPER weird but we both agreed that we didn’t love the tradition & didn’t feel the need to include something we didn’t like! I also decided on NO veil but instead a wedding “cape” and EVERYONE has something to say about that one 🙄
Girl, you do you. I made the same two decisions and feel super happy about it. People are used to things being a certain way but who says that‘s the only way? If you do something you‘re uncomfortable with, you‘re not gonna enjoy yourself and neither will all your guests who want to see you happy :)
Love that! I couldn’t decide between a cape or veil or train and ended up going with a tule train so its kind of like a veil!
Also my fiance and I are not traditional, but we still sat down and were like “what traditions do we want to include/leave out and why” it was interesting to think “what is the purpose of a cake cutting?” and things like that. It made us feel better about the traditions that we decided to keep and it feels more like our day.
Love capes!! And also not so much tosses...they're uncomfortable for a lot of people!
Cavin Elizabeth Photography my fiancé says he HATES the thought of going under my dress & pulling something off my thigh! too personal for us to share with people so we just decide to opt out of both 🤣
I got married 2 weeks ago, I refused to do garter and bouquet toss. We did the shoe game instead lol
I am a visual learner. Would you be able to put text on the screen throughout the video when listing things?
@@JamieWolfer Yes! You used to do this I think and it was SO helpful!
8 days until our wedding!!! I'm so excited 😅 thank you Jamie for your videos 💕
Kata Balázs congratulations 🍾
Totally agree with the one about worrying. I wasted time on my wedding day being worried about our choreographed first dance when in reality it went totally fine and people don't care or even notice if it's perfect.
I’ve been watching this sooooo much I’m still engaged to my amazing fiancée but we’re still trying to plan our wedding down here in Ontario Canada!! When I saw one of your videos for the first time I fell in love with your videos!!! A lot of helpful info!!!
I love your channel. I would have never even thought about going around all the tables to greet people.
My last video before getting married in 48 hours. Thank you Jamie ❤Some of my personal tips before getting married:
-Get a venue where you can BYO and save soo much $$$
-Get the week before the wedding off work to do the final touches that you didn't know you would need to sort
- If you're like me, start your tanning, hair, nail trials far in advance. I am a simple girl who does not get any of this in my day to day life
- Do not book your honeymoon for the day after your wedding (consider the pack up)
- if you cannot afford a MC and/or day of coordinator like me, recruit your trusty sister or someone you trust fully and remember they will be doing A LOT more work than you think
- Stand back, you are not going to be as hands on as you think.. otherwise you will not enjoy the day at all!
- I was a bridezilla the entire process, i plan on being the most chill bride on the day.. go with the flow
Love, bride from Australia x
So excited for the planner!! I’m going to recommend it all the brides I know :) I’ve been watching for so many months and can not believe my wedding is in FIVE. DAYS. Thank you for all your help Jamie, all your advice has helped me keep my cool in this whole planning process. ❤️
P.S. this video could not have come at a better time!!!
Happy wedding day!!!
Eeee, By now you're MARRIED!!! Congratulations, Lovely!
I’ve been a part of many receiving lines and I think it’s a great idea for a wedding! You get to chat with every single person!
Awwww, your meet and greet is the day after I get married!
Could you do a video on pros and cons of having a small/microwedding (under 20 guests)?
I am going to attend a wedding next month, and it's gonna be my first wedding as an adult. Can you do a video on wedding guest etiquette/ expectations/dress code?
This video honestly couldn't have come at a better time. I've been so incredibly stressed out with the wedding plans this week. The advice in this video has helped to calm me. I feel like I can breathe again. Thank you!
Your kid is sooo precious Jamie 😭❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for these videos. Seriously.. I’m getting married 07.12.25🥰
I’ve taken so many notes, this is insane
When I’m actually at the 12 month mark I’ll be purchasing your monthly master plan. I am so freaking excited
God bless you love! ❤️
I’ve been married for 20 years now, so not planning on a wedding, but I love your channel! You’re so awesome and entertaining! Congrats again on your launch! Here’s to you, Boss Lady! 🥂
Oh man I needed this course 6 months ago haha my wedding day is in like 20 days!
Gaahhh, I wish I found your channel BEFORE I got married! Still obsessed with your videos even though I am no longer planning a wedding :)
My wedding is in a couple days and the timing of this is so perfect! You’re amazing!
Hope your day is wonderful
I would be so sad if I couldn’t stay until the end. Especially for the last song as it’s such a big culture here
Make sure to find a good place for a quick nap, that's what we're doing 😂
100 people on a group call. This is so pre-Covid! Love this.
Can you please do a tips video on destination weddings?
You have such a good personality!! You make me feel good about the decisions I’ve made! Paying “day of coordinator” and “transportation.”
I'd love to see a video about Vow Renewals! My husband and I are interested in having one for our 10th anniversary
When i get engaged, I'm definitely gonna get your course! I was sad when I realized you were in cali and couldn't be my planner 😂
Is it common in the US to pay vendors at the end of the wedding day itself?? In the UK we settle all bills anywhere from 6 to 1 week before the day! No worries on the day :)
Great advice... especially number 12. I'm getting married in November and not doing a garter toss or a bouquet toss because I just hate the idea of it. I always have. I'm not doing a traditional wedding dress. I love tons of things so i'm having a bunch of different themes because thats just me and my fiancé. A lot of people are like "you can't do that" why not? Definitely do what you want to do
Totally agree with paying in advance! As a vendor, I hate having to ask to be paid on the wedding day. Most couples have the best man pay me but sometimes they forget. The last thing I want to do on someones wedding day is hound them for money. It's so much easier to pay in advance.
Worrier right here 🙋🙋🙋
I’m getting married in January of 2021 and I stumbled upon your page from your Acrylic Sign video! I’m so glad I did!!!!! I can’t wait to watch all your videos ❤️ LOVE!!!
Can you do a video on rehearsal dinners that features how to have a nice dirt cheap one at your own home?
I'd also love to hear what the heck a receiving line is, when it happens, and if there are any creative alternatives.
Tayler Boelk we did a ‘bbq’ the day before and it went over really well and everyone had fun
@@purplepolkadotspa Did you still go through the actual rehearsal portion with who walks where and when?
I'm so glad I've already scooped out my nap couch at our venue! 33 days out and I'm frrreeeaaking out! 😂
Quick question....Our day of coordinator comes with our venue so how much should I tip and how much? a percentage?
Great question! My venue coordinator comes with the hotel. Idk about tipping her...
I am a day of coordinator at a venue and a small tip or gift is not expected but always appreciated. What's also great is a personal mention if you are later reviewing your event online. I typically receive $50-$100. I hope that helps. Good luck!
I have one too. I'm just buying her a small gift
Say 👏🏼 it 👏🏼 louder 👏🏼
You do YOU! Throw tradition out the window!!! Love your encouraging words!!
Just met this channel today. Thank you for sharing these helpful tips with me.
Ah! Staying too late! My groom and I were on such a high because of how amazing the day was - we shut the party down at 4 am!
Thank goodness for your videos. They are helping me bring clarity to the madness of planning my wedding.😃
Can u do another diy bridesmaid proposal box and also maybe a photo backdrop diy? Also if u know of any easy ways to do a photo booth/ an app u can use or something so u don’t have to hire someone that would be great to see! Love your videos ❤️
All your videos have been so helpful, I’ve been binge watching them the last 2 days 🤣 its a little stressful knowing I counted out some things that you recommend, because my budget is Soo strict(I decided I probably couldn’t do professional hair and makeup).. now I’m wondering if I should find out how to fit it in! Since my wedding is outside, I know my hair and face will be faced with the elements Lol.
I have already planned moments with my fiancé where we are having moments alone, we are having a last dance.. just the two of us before our official grand exist. It will be on the dance floor and everything but it’s just us two to soak in the whole day and actually be in the moment alone. I hope for other moments during the day but I made sure to include it at the end for sure!
I love this video! I am 10 days out and so ready but these videos are always so affirming!’
I love that "Marsha" is the one with the mini van!!! 😂😂😂
Hi! Your advice is so applicable and helpful! One thing I've wondered and tried to think through is all the different options for the bride and groom greeting all the guests. I would like to hear your favorite ways to say hey to everyone while still keeping the day moving and not getting stuck talking with a chatty Cathy for 30 minutes. 😁
I'm so excited!!!! I'm planning my wedding which is in 4 months!!!!!!!!!!
My bridesmaid updo was intact through the whole wedding, clean up, and traveling gifts to the bride and grooms house. Also two clothing changes and it took me almost 30 minutes getting all 128 (yes I said 128) pins out of my hair. Did I mention I had shoulder length hair. Lol so worth it to pay for hair and makeup.
Whens the best time to go around the tables in talk to guest. Before for after toast?
You’re amazing! So fun to watch your video! 🤗
Heyy can you do a video on how to stay calm during your wedding planning and wedding? And along the lines, have you ever encountered bridezillas?
Ahhhhhhh!!! I wish this course was like a few months ago! I’m getting married in 30 days and it’s all planned out and over planned.. or I would totally need you! Will make sure to share your videos and page with a friend of mine
We’re having a first look, 2 hours before the ceremony, then we’re having a lunch with our bridal party where they do our speeches for us haha cos speeches are so boring for everyone else so we are cutting them from the big dinner 😅 cut straight to dancing and dessert!!
Our venue includes a day of coordinator and I'm so thankful!
(scrolling through Facebook, see notification for a new video, drop everything I was doing to watch) 😂
Thank you Jamie! I was so excited for this video
So random question, where did you get those two lamps that sit behind you? I love them!
Hi Jamie! It would be amazing if you did a video on planning the actual ceremony when using a friend as the efficient. We have no idea where to start! Google is overwhelming with script ideas and makes my head hurt. I'd love to hear your thoughts and any suggestions on resources for secular wedding & unity ceremonies.
you're sucha blessing, love.
Thank you Jamie. You’re brilliant! I love your all tips & video
I love your videos so much even though I’m not a bride. 😂 You’ve inspired me to become a wedding planner & coordinator. But are you also a wedding designer? And can a person be all three?
Your hair looks great in each video!
Can you use this program for a small wedding of about 50-75 people
Sadly, I was married and divorced and there is not another wedding in my future, but if there was, your class would be a requirement for me! Sounds great!!
You look super pretty in this video, Jamie!!
Video Idea I would love to see: I think it would be cool if your subscribers that have just been married or married awhile posted their regrets or things they wish they had done at their weddings and you could read them off and comment and/or suggest solutions for all of us planning our weddings.
Your videos are seriously so helpful and I think my fiancé thinks I am in a relationship with someone named Jaime because of me saying "well, Jaime made a good point about (fill in the blank)" Haha
Crazy awesome idea!! A bit late for my wedding sadly :( but is such an awesome resource. Thank you for sharing!
I love these videos. They make me feel so validated by some of the choices I'm making.
“Hey yo, Marsha with the minivan” I laughed out loud 😂😂
Jamie what do you suggest. Should the wedding party stand from tallest to shortest or opposite? I'm thinking the tallest standing from left to right. Not sure what looks best for photos.
For my daughters total bohemian wedding in October we're doing a custom bacon and hoecake bar and grits shooters along with a charcuterie board for cocktail hour and a huge hog roast with upscale "southern" sides for dinner. We're doing a beer canoe instead of kegs so nothing goes to waste and along with the cake we're ordering little fried pies from the Mennonite community. We have about 250 high energy guests and a playlist of all high energy 80s, 90s, and early 2000s songs in hope of a dance reception similar to the end scene in the movie Hitch🤣
I am planning a wedding more than 2 years out -- if I buy it now, will I lose access to what I already did because I only have 12 month access? Would you consider making a different price point for over 12 months of use?
Stephanie Woolsey same here and wondering the same thing!
@@JamieWolfer Thank you so much for taking the time to respond to this! It was very helpful. :) I love watching your videos!
A lot of people I’ve seen recommend getting a ‘Google phone number’ for your wedding so that you can get rid of it after. Just like a wedding email! Plus then there’s no spam mail after😂 and you can give it to your wedding party to use too!
It's so funny how weddings are so different everywhere. My brother had a wedding a month ago and the venue they picked had their (white) car from bride and groom for driving to and from house, photographer, church, venue; band that played hundreds of weddings and are actually announcing everything at the recepcion and the most interesting difference is "staying late" - bride got up early to get ready and stayed up for aprox. 24 hours - it is normal here that bride and groom stay last, so if the wedding reception begins at 8 in the evening it ends around 5 in the morning.
Exactly! For us transportation is always top of mind even if the couple chooses not to go with a limo/fancy car (the car of arrival is important for some reason?) Also she mentioned that the groom and bride carve out alone time, which in our culture’s wedding would probably make people riot if the bride and groom leave for a bit at the same time 😂 We also have the couple leave last, but we def don’t stay past midnight
Meet and greet is on my wedding day! Would love to be there, but is also out of state.. I didn’t think about greeting guests myself but my mom made a point to ask me what my plan is with that and I’m glad she did.
OMG #2!!!!!!! I am so bummed I didn’t get a chance to say hi to everyone. There are ALWAYS people that seem to Bogart your time and I wish sooo bad I got the chance to see other people and thank them for coming before that happened!!
...also, side note about the staying too late point. My husband also checked out early, yes...he accepted too many congrats shots, but he was bummed he missed out on some of the end of the night memories that I have with some people jumping in the pool and late night grubbing on leftovers. Point being, this one day you worked your a** off for is worth all the memories it holds. Don’t miss out.
Question, Jamie: When is the best time during a reception for the newlyweds to eat?
Please & Thank U Very Much, Jamie🌟🌟🌟
meet and great near Pasadena interesting. What would be format if any? hang out, panel for questions, consults?
Aw man.. wedding is in 18 days but I totally coulda used this planner 6 months ago!!
Katie Graham congratulations!
Amazing!
Receiving lines are very common in Australia. After the married couple walk back up the aisle together they find somewhere to wait and then everyone comes past and congratulations them.
Also, Americans still use check books? I don't think I have seen one of those in 10 years. Bank transfer people. Easy as.
Receiving lines are very common in my country as well. The bride and groom are the hosts and should be receiving their guests, not the other way around. At least that's what we call politeness. Also, yes, bank transfers. I'm from Romania and have never seen checks in maybe 20 years. We pay a down payment to all vendors and the rest of the money is transferred through the bank in the following period.
@@nonabgo okay, congratulations, you guys have a different style than Americans, that doesn't make it wrong...
@@Priya-zc1mi Yes, we still think etiquette is important.
@@nonabgo in most American weddings, the day is a celebration of the couples' love and future. Here, it's the couples' day; it's about them. The guests are important, but typically come second to the couple. If you have different traditions, that's fine, but at least don't go on an American wedding planning video.
@@Priya-zc1mi You do realise I commented on Eleanor's reply where she says the same about Australia, right? The only thing I did was to iterate that other parts of the world have the same customs. What's your problem with me then? I can "go" wherever on the internet I want, some things are the same everywhere. I doubt you have ownership over "American wedding planning videos" so stop taking everything so personal.
I def want you as a wedding planner
THANK YOU for mentioning tips on hair and makeup! As a pro artist, I feel like could easily make a video of like "15 things your Bridal Hair and Makeup Artist wish you knew!" Ugh!!
What if we want to sign up for the master plan but we are getting married until october next year :'(
I would love if you could do a video on officiants. In PA you don't have to have one, so I would love your opinion as well as info on what exactly they do or why we would need one. My fiance doesn't want one and I think it's helpful to guide the flow of the ceremony. Thank you!!! I love all your videos!
Really!? I can't even begin to imagine a wedding without an officiant. How do you have a wedding ceremony without one? Do you just say: "Hey guys! Thanks for coming. We're married now. Onto the reception!" Or do you mean you don't need an ordained pastor/minister? I'm so confused and so curious now 😂
This is so helpful, great video
I like the video, but baby boy did it for me😍
Your channel has helped me so much throughout planning my wedding 💜💜 thank you
Awww your son is soooo cute!
Me and my fiancee are super unconventional when it comes to our wedding 😂. We don't even want dancing at all at our wedding because we don't really care about dancing except maybe the first dance. Because of the venue we chose, that's not gunna be an issue. We also are having it on a Friday (because the date of our anniversary will be permanent, therefore we want the numbers to flow) and we're not doing a bouquet toss or garter toss. We just want a beautiful, social event essentially. Not really the "party all night" type wedding lol. Ultimately, we are planning this whole thing and our parents are super supportive and not judgemental at all. So far it's been easy!