Anniversary party ideas

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Jackie Kuczmarski

Being married for 20, 30, 50 years is an accomplishment worth celebrating! Check out these great ideas to create a memorable anniversary party.

Planning a surprise anniversary party, attending one or just need a great anniversary gift? Here are some ideas to get you started!

Planning a surprise:

-Host it at their favorite restaurant or venue they were married at if possible

-Get a cover band to play songs from their wedding/ year they were married

-Make a slide show of old pictures of the couple and have it playing on a projector or TV at the party

-Have everyone send in a funny story of the couple with their RSVP and compile it into a book to give them

Gifts:

-Have their wedding photo transferred on canvas (Check out this great blog with instructions on how to make it yourself! : http://abeautifulmess.typepad.com/my_weblog/2011/10/make-your-own-canvas-portrait.html)

-Compile a CD of songs played at their wedding/from the year they were married

-Frame a newspaper from the year/date they were married

(try http://www.nytstore.com/Page-Reprints_c_465.html)

 

 

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Registry options

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Jackie Kuczmarski

Registering for your wedding shower seems fool-proof. But be sure to follow these instructions to make sure you get what you really need:

Popular weddings sites such as theknot.com, and Giftregistry360.com can be very helpful, and they are free, so why not take advantage of them? The Knot allows couples to “pick their registry style” in order to find items they may want to add to the list. This allows you to find great items you are interested in but may not think to request!  Giftregistry360 allows you to create your own custom registry list to stay organized. It allows you to flip through their online catalog of popular items and even has the option for you to sync your existing registry list!

Do you and your significant other love trying out new restaurants?  How about registering on Foodie Registry?  You can create your registry, customize the registry by uploading a picture and a personalized welcome message, pick your restaurants, and then spread the word about your registry.

 

Still love the idea of grabbing your fiancé, a scanner, and a drink to experience the true art of registering?  Check out Crate and Barrel’s wedding party link.  Their experts will be on hand to answer any questions about what you should register for.

A few other helpful hints to remember when registering for gifts:

Be sure to start early!  When people hear about the wedding they immediately start planning an amazing gift to get you. Take the guess work out of the equation and make sure it is something you can actually use.

Keep your guests in mind.  Not everyone can afford the Tiffany & Co. tea pot you’ve been eyeing! Be sure your items can meet everyone’s price points, and make it easy by selecting items that can also be bought online.

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Colored Wedding Dresses… Do or Don’t?

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Jackie Kuczmarski

Vera Wang’s newest collection of black wedding dresses has gotten a lot of attention. What do you think?

     

Vera Wang isn’t the first to tap into this trend.  Style icon Sarah Jessica Parker chose black on the big day. Other celebs have followed in her footsteps choosing colored dresses:

Black:

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick

Blush:

   

Reese Witherspoon                           Portia DeRossi

Blue:

Dita Von Teese

Red:

Lisa Ling

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Valentine’s Day options for both singles and couples

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Sharokina Pazand

Think Valentine’s Day is only for couples?  Think again.  Here are some great and unique options going on this weekend for you single and taken folks out there:

Nerds at Heart’s Love Fest - Tomorrow at 3:30pm – Always wanted to meet someone while playing your favorite board game?  Then this event is for you.

12 Perfect Pairs – Tonight from 5:30pm – 9:00pm – Sip boutique wines from Vinejoy and beers from local brewer Half Acre paired with artisan truffles from Katherine Anne Confections and savory cheese bites from Fig Catering.

Valentine’s Comedy Show – Tonight at 9pm - See sets by local comedians Alex Ortiz, Manny Maldonado and Chastity Washington, plus the winner of the ROFLMAO Comedy Contest. Doors open at 8 p.m.

Latin Dance Night – Tomorrow from 5:30pm- 6:45pm / February 14th 6:30pm – 7:45pm - Learn the basics of salsa and rumba with your partner, then watch a professional Latin dance demonstration. Includes complimentary champagne and appetizers.

RedHot Midnight Kiss - February 14th from 7pm – 11pm - Don red carpet attire and head to this fundraiser which features live music, Effen vodka cocktails, light appetizers and a kissing contest where the winning couple wins a weekend trip with airfare to the Ritz Carlton in Miami.

Chicago Odyssey Valentine Dinner Cruise – Tonight from 7:30pm – 10:30pm (board at 6:30pm) / Tomorrow from 7pm – 10pm (board at 6pm) / February 14th from 7pm – 10pm (board at 6pm) - Includes dinner service, live entertainment, a champagne toast and a single red rose per couple. A premium bar package is available for an additional $35.

For more information check out the Valentine’s Day section on Metromix by clicking here.

Have a great weekend!

-Citygirl

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