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I am getting married in August of 2008. My future Mother in Law feels she needs to be in my bridal suite the day of my wedding. Is it wrong for me not to want her in there. I mean I live with her, and can't stand her. She is always in my business. I lost my Dad a couple years ago so my wedding is is goiing to be happy but sad. Is it so wrong that I would like it to be just my mother and my bridesmaids. How do I handle this situation. At times she really trys to replace my mother and the for one really upset me.
This request has been sent on - 11/17/2007 12:40:44 PM
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Dear Margaret!
You are absolutely correct. Typically, it is the mother who "prepares" her daughter for the ceremony, together with the bridesmaids. Other relatives have absolutely no business in the bridal suite, unless explicitly requested by the bride.
Your mother needs to understand the "protocol" and should not be offended by your request.
You must explain to her that it is nothing personal, but you would like to spend these private moments with your mother.
Keep your head up!! Worse things happen before weddings.
Wish you lots of happiness!
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I live in New York. My cousin is getting married. She had gone for her first fitting yesterday 11/13/2007. When she got to the counter to get her final total and pay for most of her dress we noticed they charge her tax on her alterations. My question is Do you tax on alterations? I get a ton of things altered and I've never been taxed before that's why I'm asking. I feel bad for my cousin she a hard working honest person and I she dosen't deserve to be ripped off for the most important say of her life it's..
Thank you,
Lori
This request has been sent on - 11/14/2007 8:45:34 AM
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Hi Lori
Sales tax issues have to be checked with you local government office. Many states and cities impose a tax on services, such as alterations.
I do not know about New York tax rules.
Sorry I could not answer your question.
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Dear Heidi. I am just beginning to shop for gowns and am depressed over it. I am not comfortable wearing a sleeveless/spaghetti strap gown (weight and tattoos) and I think wearing a jacket, sweater or wrap covers up a beautiful dress.
I have my heart set on a red/white gown (they are sooo beautiful and fit right in with my theme).
Where have all the gowns with longer sleeves AND color gone?
Rachel
This request has been sent on - 10/30/2007 4:56:25 PM
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Dear Rachel,
Thank you for bringing up this topic. The manufacturers seem to have forgotten this part of bride population. I discussed this issue with several manufacturers, however they seem to be driven by fashion trends and they are affraid to take the risk of designing and producing gowns that may not sell. Fashion industry is very tricky. The cost of bringing a particular style to the market is actually very high and no one is willing to risk it. Give another year or so and I think you will slowly begin to see the return to more traditional look.
In the meantime, a wrap made out of chiffon or organza will do the trick.
Good luck!
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Hello. My step-daughter is getting married next spring. She has told me that her "mom and future mother-in-law" are wearing black for the ceremony but has not told me I should do the same. I need to understand how I should dress for the ceremony. I am reading between the lines but am thinking she does not intend to include me in any "mom role" during the ceremony but rather intends for me to be a guest. Her father and I have been together for a decade and are paying for probably 2/3 of the cost of the event if that makes a difference. Anyway, any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated as I don't want to make a big deal out of this but want to make sure I'm doing what I'm supposed to be doing. I decided to wait and talk to my step-daughter until I hear from you. Thanks. Kathy
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Hi Kathy!
You have raised a topic so frequently mentioned in the e-mails I receive, so I will address is again.
It is all about communication!. We often feel intimidated by certain situations and we often assume certain things, many times incorrectly. Whether it is a family, or a corporate environment, politics, personal agendas, personal feelings play a dominant role and as a result, there is no proper communication and matters are left unresolved, or resolved in the wrong way.
My suggestion is to ask your stepdaughter this: "I noticed that you have a color preference for the dresses for your mom and your future mother-in-law, but you did not include me. I do not want to upset you over the color preferences, therefore please tell me what color would be the most suitable for me."
She mays say, "Thank you for asking", which would be very appropriate, but she may also say "I really don't care, wear whatever you want", which would indicate to me that after all those years, she still resents you. Not knowing the details of your relationship with your stepdaughter it is hard for me to recommend the type of conversation you should have with her, but I strongly feel that a very open, honest conversation is in order. Whatever the conversation is, DO NOT ALLOW IT TO ESCALATE INTO A SHOUTING MATCH. If she is mature enough to have such a conversation you will both come out as winners.
Good luck and let me know the result.
Heidi
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ame - Maggie Acevedo
E Mail - Magflower2001@aol.com
Phone - 718-654-6014
Hi. My daughter is having her sweet sixteen in Dec. 15, 2007. I can't seen fot find a decent choreographer for her dance and alll I live in the Bronx and on a budget. please help. Thnaks
This request has been sent on - 9/13/2007 3:41:21 PM
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Hi Maggie
I personally do not have a contact I could give you, but maybe one of our readers can help. I posted your phone nbr and and e-mail address so anyone with information could contact you.
Good luck!!
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In search of a Eden Bridal dress posted on a website about 4 years ago model number 2093. I was informed this dress was discontinued. Please advise if you can be of some sort of assistance. Many thanks. Margaret
This request has been sent on - 8/20/2007 12:12:09 PM
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Hi Margaret,
Unfortunately you are out of luck. Discontinued dresses are hard to come by and the only thing you can do is to call EVERY shop that still has that dress. Also keep in mind that if they have it, it will be a sample size 10-12
Sorry I could not be of more help.
Heidi
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Hi Heidi-I found your website searching for some guidance regarding a deadbeat catering hall. My wedding is in 3 months and our catering hall has laid on the straw that broke the camel's back. The hall is run by a 2 man partnership, yet you only really deal with one of them unless he's on vacation, then you see the other. Since we signed the contract in Oct. 2006, we have paid $3500 ($1000 10/06, then $2500 5/07). After we paid our second payment, the owner became very cold and always rushed us when we wanted to meet or called with a question. He made us feel like we bothered him and that he wasn't interested in helping us out. When we did finally get to meet with him, he was very intimidating and pushy to get the meeting overwith. He told us at the onset that he used to have a bridal room, but no longer offered it. We were dealing with that and his attitude. We then addressed the issue of chair covers, which came up in the beginning, so we knew he charged $6.50 a chair for the covers & bows. Only after the second payment, when we went in to try on chair covers, did he reveal to us that if we brought our own, which is what we were planning to do since we found the same deal for $2.00 a chair, that he would charge us $2.50 a chair to tie the bows! He advertises all over his website that there are no hidden charges, but if this wasn't a hidden charge, I don't know what is. So, we came away from that meeting very upset and discouraged. We asked a friend to call and see what he would tell her if she wanted to book a wedding reception for her daughter and gave our wedding date. He not only told her that he had a bridal room, but told her that the day before our wedding was open. During our recent meeting about chair covers, he told us that whole weekend was booked, so fitting "our" chair covers in his closet was going to be tight. Anyway, longer story shortened, that was the straw that broke the camel's back, and we feel he has treated us unfairly, was intimidating, cold and dishonest, and was trying to rip us off. We feel he breached his own contract and that we are entitled to our money back. We have booked another hall (thank God we were able to find one on such short notice) and are having an attorney review our case. What emotional stress this has caused us! Do you have any experience in these types of problems? Where can we find the industry standards for catering halls? His contract promises to exceed industry standards, and that's exactly what he HASN'T done. Is there a particular approach that would help us when we go to tell him he's fired?
This request has been sent on - 8/6/2007 7:17:05 PM
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Hi Shelley,
My heart goes out for you and these things do happen ocassionally. THERE ARE NO INDUSTRY STANDARDS, THERE IS COMPETITION, HOWEVER!
If enough people learn about their practices, they will not be in business for too long.
Some words of wisdom!!!!
Read the contract VERY CAREFULLY.
Any verbal promisses should be listed as an addendum. Do not be affraid to be detail oriented. Have everything in writing.
Your attorney should definitely get involved in this matter.
I can not emphasize more the fact that things must be agreed on and initiliazed on any contractual agreement. Hearsay will not fly in court.
So what should you do? Spread the word around!
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Dear Heidi
I know you warned about buying dresses online. But I found some satin "party" dresses at www.nordstrom.com that my bridesmaids can wear to my wedding. Since they are not traditional bridesmaid dresses, my girls can wear them again and again to semi-formal functions. They are also reasonably priced ($90), and arrives in 5-7 business days for standard shipping at a flat rate of $5. They also have fair return policies. the customer can bring the invoice and item to the nearest nordstrom retail store to get the refund or mail it back (postage is paid by nordstrom and the $5 shipping fee is refunded). they also have reasonable exchange policies.
I have purchased cocktail dresses for special occasions from nordstrom.com and have never had any problems. Should I be cautious about ordering bridesmaids dresses from them? I figure if the dress doesn't fit right, exchanges can be made, or minor alterations can be done locally.
Have other brides/bridemaids ever wrote you about this situation? Please give me some feedback as well as your personal opinion on this matter. Thank you very much and have a good day.
regards
Viki
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Dear Viki!
What I warned my readers about was being "so impressed" by some ridiculously low prices offered by some fly by night organizations on the Internet.
Many times they are cut off by the manufacturers and are unable to fulfill their orders and subsequently they disappear into the cyberspace. As long as you have the name like Nordstrom behind, then you should not worry at all.
Customers buying any merchandise from the "bridal Internet stores" face a great risk of losing their money, or have significant problems returning or exchanging the merchandise.
Thank you for reading my column
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I have a brides dress and a bridesmaid dress A1 condition the veil has the tag still on it. It's from Davids Bridal.Could you please help me?
This request has been sent on - 7/16/2007 9:45:54 PM
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Hi Odalys,
I assume from your brief e-mail that you want to get rid of your wedding gown.
Well, I think your best bet is to place an ad in a newspaper or try e-bay.
Bridal shops usually do not buy gowns from the public, therefore direct your efforts in other directions. I feel that a newspaper ad may bring you the best results.
Good luck!!!
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Hello Heidi.I asked a question a couple of weeks ago,but I never got an answer so I will ask again.I'm new to all of this wedding stuff and I will be married in June of 2008.My question is that I'm not sure what the processional,recessional,and all of the other things that you list in the wedding programs are.Can you help me? Also,someone asked about a tattoo showing.There is a certain brand of make-up you can purchase just for tattoos by Covermark,the address is www.makeupmagic.com Thanks.
This request has been sent on - 6/30/2007 6:42:27 PM
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Processional is simply the order how the bridal party walks down the aisle, who walks first, who walks last.
Recessional is simply a song played at the end of the ceremony.
Thank you for the tip on the tattoo makeup!..
I am certain many readers will find it very useful if they can log on to the site. I could not! Thanks anyway
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My mother-in-law is getting married after being divorced 25 years. My husband is walking her down the aisle, and I am to be ber attendant. The ceremony is around 60 people in a small Episcopal church. What do I wear???
This request has been sent on - 6/26/2007 4:14:53 PM
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Just a nice evening dress will do, I am sure.
But I think you should consult the bride to be. If her dress is a very formal dress and she wants you to wear something very special, then that's what you should do.
Whatever you do, DO NOT TRY TO OUTSHINE HER!
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My friend is getting married in the Bahamas and I'm spending over $1,000.00 to attend for 3 days. The couple is not registered for gifts. Do I have to give them a monetary gift in addition to the expenses we're incurring to attend the wedding ? If so, how much money should be spent on the gift ? Thanks !
This request has been sent on - 6/28/2007 10:33:40 AM
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There are several factors that you must consider:
1. Yor financial situation
Can you easily afford this expense and some?
2. Your relationship with your firend.
How close are you with her? Are you old time friends? Or you are just work together?
If this is a financial burden on you, then you should decline the invitation to start with, but since you are already in it and are willing to spend $1000, then another couple of a hundred should not make that damage to your pocketbook.
You are really not obligated to give her a monetary gift. It is totally up to you. If you are dear friends, then by all means you should make that gift. If you are just friends, you may opt for a gift you feel appropriate, something for the apartment or the house, something that both might use.
Heidi
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My fiancee and I are planning a small wedding (less than 50 people) in the Toms River area this September 2007. I'm from Canada (toronto area) and my fiancee is from the Philippines (she has family there). We just want a very simple & intimate garden, morning ceremony and a brunch reception. We've already checked a couple of places (online) and will be visiting them next week. We will be in that area for a visit. Any other suggestions for venues? Thanks!
This request has been sent on - 4/7/2007 1:45:41 PM
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Hi Paulina
Unfortunately, I do not know of any place in that area, but I would suggest to cal Toms River Chamber of Commerce for assistance.
Their number is 732-349-0220.
Good luck
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From Sandy
I have a nephew getting married in May and a daughter getting married in Sept. Both are tight on money and would like to request no gifts, but ask for money to be put toward a honeymoon. How is the best way to word this on the invitation, or should there be a seperate paper inserted in the invitation?
This request has been sent on - 3/26/2007 12:55:56 PM
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Hi Sandy
My suggestion is to do the following:
Attach a SEPARATE note with the invitation stating something like "In lieu of wedding gifts, please consider a monetary gift. Part of the proceeds will be donated to (name of your favorite non-profit organization).
The amount of donation is always discretionary, of course.
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Dear Heidi,
I am planning a Jun 08 wedding and I would like to start dress shopping now. I read one of your posts about oxidized jewels and that made me worry about purchasing my dress too early. Is there a rule on how far in advance you should - or shouldn't - purchase a dress?
This request has been sent on - 2/27/2007 9:13:06 PM
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I do not share your concerns in this case.!!
When dresses are ordered withing this time span, you do not have to worry at all. Dresses are shipped from the manufacturers brand new. Oxidation only happens on lower quality dresses you find at mass merchandisers, where dresses were made many months ago, and they are hanging on the rack exposed to the elements.
When you buy a dress from a shop you have the recourse of getting a nother dress if something is wrong with it. YOU WILL NOT GET IT FROM THE INTERNET PURCHASES!!!!!
So, go to a local bridal boutique and shop with confidence.
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I had my wedding dress custom made about 2 years ago, (thank God it still fits!) because i couldn't afford the dress i wanted. Anyway am getting married this sept,07. and i need more detailing (designs) in my dress. i guess my question is Can you suggest any bridal store or seamstress in NYC where i can go and get the service i want.
This request has been sent on - 2/28/2007 1:52:13 PM
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Hi Aretha,
Unfortunately I am not at liberty to recommend specific places. You must do the homework first, by visiting bridal shops in your area.
Talk to the seamstress whenever you can and see the work she does. Store owners usually do not want customers to contact their seamstresses privately, so you need to speak with the owner first. Explain in detail what kind of work you are looking for and GET THE ESTIMATE IN WRITING. Whatevever you do, do not settle on the verbal agreement alone. I have heard my share of complaints. Do not be the one who gets a short end of the stick!
Good luck
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Heidi!
I'm russian, i'm on tourist visa and i'm going to marry an american guy. What documents do i need to marry him in NJ.
Thank you.
This request has been sent on - 2/15/2007 9:30:00 PM
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Hi Natalie,
Congratulations!!!!. You will need to contact The City Hall where you live, where you will be applying for the marriage license. I am sure you will need your passport and blood tests. Contact the Town Clerk and you will receive all the necassary information.
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I am getting married May5,2007. I wonder should I have a bridal shower? The reason I am asking this question I have been married twice.
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Hi
My answer is NO. You've been through this twice...do not burden your friends again!
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Hi Heidi,
I'm getting married in September 2007 and my fiancee' and I have a very TIGHT budget!
I was thinking of renting my wedding dress, any suggestions as to where I should go?
I live in Essex County, NJ.
Thanks,
Katya
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Hi Katya,
Renting a wedding gown may not be such a good idea afterall. Based on what I have seen myself, stores that offer rentals, charge anywhere from $250 and up plus full alterations and a deposit of about $300, in case you damage the dress. I think you will be better off buying a dress on sale for about the same price and the dress will be yours. You can always sell it!!!.
I have spoken with owners of the New Jersey Bridal Outlet and they claim to have a very nice selection of gowns priced around $250 - $300. Give them a call.
Good luck,
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My fiance and I are on a very tight budget. We both were married before by court judges to other people. We were sweethearts in high school and hav'nt seen each other in 25yrs. We have met again together now for 2 years. She wants a gown very badly and the few stores that we went to asking about dresses 300-500$ , we were treated quite badly. Is there some place we can go or another way of getting her a gown thats inexpensive .Were both 45 but I want this to be special for her. Were getting married in Las vegas in June 2007 and spending the week as our honeymoon. We picked this nice little old landmark church there. A little help would be appreciated.thanks for any help you may give. -Chris-Patti--Long Island N.Y.
This request has been sent on - 12/30/2006 8:40:39 PM
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Hi and my most sincere congratulations
It is too bad that some bridal shops treat customers that way. My recommendation is to call several shops in your area and ask point blank whether they have sample gowns on sale and what condition they are in. In most cases the gowns are in good comdition unless the shop really does not care about the appearance of the merchandise they carry. My experience tells me that you should expect spending NO MORE than $300 to $350. When you select the gown you like get the quote for the alterations so you are not hit with a ridiculous charge at the end. Again, average cost for alterations should be around $150 to $200 which should include gown pressing, minor repairs (in needed) and the bustle if the gown has the train. If you live not far from NJ, a day trip there will save you sales tax and you may find stores that are more pleasant than those you have already visited.
Good luck and lots of happiness
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Keep in mind that the measuring chartHeidi-
Hi. I am currently planning on getting married in 2008 and I started to get excited and was looking at wedding dresses just to glance when I came across a measurement chart. I know it is not "real accurate" but i measured myself and come to find because my hips and bust are so big I will probably have to get a size 20. i am hoping to slim down a little before then since I just had my daughter, but I am wondering just in case if you can recommend any styles that look better on "bigger girls". Thanks it would be appreciated.
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Hi Cheryl,
sorry for a slight delay in answering your e-mail. Keep in mind, that measuring charts in the bridal industry are not corelated with "ready to wear" clothing. Bridal garments are form fitted. If you need a size 20, so be it. It is just a number. Remember that the garment must fit the largest measurement, depending on the style of your dress.
As far as my recommendation is concerned, I would recommend an A-line, since it tends to hide waist and hip "imperfections".
Also, if I were you, I would wait about 7 months before the wedding to start shopping for a gown.
Good luck,
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Hello, I am getting married next fall and my gown is strapless when I ordered it you could not see my tatto on my chest as I lose weight you can start to see the tatto, they did tell me that I need the proper undergarments and it will be fine. I absoultely love the bridal outlet I got my gown from there and I plan on getting the girls dresses there. any suggestions to the tatto problem.
Thank You
Swenny
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Hi,
It is hard for me to give a specific piece of advice without seeing the gown you, however I can tell you this:
During any weight loss process, the garments tend to "slide down" your body, hence showing more cleavage. There are a couple of remedies you may consider, but you have to do it when you come for your fitting and discuss it with the seamstress. First one, is to get yourself fitted into a real good undergarment, and that may be all you need. If the tattoo is still showing, ask the seamstress if the dress can be "pulled up" and attached to you corset on velcro. If that does not work, you may consider using spaghetti straps to hold the dress in place. Finally, as your last resort, you may want to consider adding some sort of a trim on the top of your dress to cover up the tattoo. The solution is predicated on how much it is showing, the style of the dress and , of course, how much weight you will lose.
My suggestion: Relax, do not worry and wait until your first fitting with a seamstress.
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Hi Heidi..
I am in a process of shopping for a good photographer. So far, I've had several interviews with vendors, I am experiencing sticker price shock. They all quoted me prices in the range of $5000. Can you help?
Jenn M. Toms River, NJ
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Jenn..:)
You are not the only one, but the prices seem to gravitate towards the $5000 mark. I assume you are getting a video in the package as well. ELIMINATE IT!. I've seen wedding videos and I was jumping out of my skin waiting for the show to end. People's attention span is about 10 minutes when it comes to videos. How often will you be watching it? It's just my suggestion.
Good luck
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Heidi... Your readers must know this!
I went to a very large bridal retailer in Paramus, NJ looking for an inexpensive gown. Since there were no customers I proceded to the racks to see the dresses. Wow...what a mistake that was! Out of nowhere, this witch materialized behind me, almost screaming at me: "You are not allowed to touch these gowns. I WILL PULL THEM OFF THE RACK!!!".
When I heard that I almost dropped dead. Hey...she was drinking coffee with other women and bs'ing, did not even notice me when I walked in. She told me I could only try on 3 gowns and make a buying decision. Screw you, I told her and walked out. I did get her name and and wrote a letter to the main office. I hope they fire her.
Mary Ellen Gladstone
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Mary Ellen....
You are not the only one who had a similar experience in that place. That's very sad, that some places and people working there do not understand how important the wedding day is. Let me know if you receive the response from the HQ.
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Dear Heidi,
My wedding is going to take place in about 2 months, and I am having serious problems with my fiancee's side. His mother constantly interferes with my decisions regarding colors, choice of a cake, favors, etc. I've had it!!. Should I tell her off?
Maggie F...Fairlawn, NJ
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Keep your head on your shoulders!
Try not to create a conflict, especially before the wedding. Be as calm as you can be and explain to her politely, that you make these decisions, and as much as you appreciate your help, you would like to be left alone. Be diplomatic!
Heidi
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Heidi..
I am planning my wedding for June 2007 and I am already running into "cost overruns"!!! I am affraid I miscalculated our budget and as we go along the costs will be just escalating.
Erica, Bensalem Pa
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Erica!
Welcome to the club...:). I would like to see one project that does not have a budget overruns. If we wre a governmetal entity, we would just increase taxes to make up for the shortfall. Unfortunately we are not, and we have to sacrifice certain things.
Check out the Bridal Planner posted on this web site and try to follow the steps and work a budget for each step described there.
Areas where you can cut the most costs are:
1. The number of guests
2. Have a DJ instead of a band
3. Have 1 limo instead of 2 or 3.
4. Find a less expensive reception hall.
You will be amazed what kind of savings you may realize. Try it.
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Dear Heidi,
I wrote to you about a week ago, but have not received any response. I would like to post my question again if you do not mind.
I am getting married in 2 months and wanted to invite my former boyfriend to the wedding. We haven't been dating since I started going out with Jeff, my fiancee, but we are still good friends. When I asked him that question, he said he would attend, but when my mother found out, she almost had a coronary!
Well, the problem is that Jeff doesn't know we used to date. How should I handle it?
Dagmara, Santa Monica, Ca
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Hi,
Nice to hear from a Californian. I did not realize I was known there as well.
To answer your question requires a little more knowledge of facts, which I do not have.
If you are just friends and you and he understand it, then I do not think there is a problem. The problem may be if he interprets your offer as something more than just an invitation to your wedding. Under no circumstances should you give him any false hopes or even insinuate anything.
Jeff should definitely be made aware of your relationship. Men do not like "surprises" and they usually interpret them the wrong way.
So be up front, and avoid a potential rift in your relationship.
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Heidi....
How come you don't publish any questions pertaining to matters other than those relatated to weddings. I think it would be a great addition.
Marla Ingenito, Belleville, NJ
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Thank you Marla for your comments!
I do receive lots of e-mails on other subjects, but I felt the purpose was to assist primarily the brides and bridesmaids. In view of what you just suggest, I may reconsider and print some non-wedding related questions.
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Hi,
I am looking for a good and reliable florist, someone who has taste and imagination. I need ideas for decorating the hall. Can you recommend anyone?
Francesca, Little Falls, NJ
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Francesca,
Did you check out BOUQUET FLORIST in Passaic?
They advertise on this web site. Give them a call.
Heidi |
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Hello Heidi,
Several weeks ago I purchased a bridesmaid dress from a store in central Jersey. The dress was by Levkoff and when I brought it home I noticed that there were letters "SAMPLE" embroidered on the jacket. The store refuses to take it back.
Help
Sonia Hernandez, Toms River
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Sonia,
What you bought was a free sample dress that Bill Levkoff supplies the stores with. THEY ARE NOT FOR SALE! The shop should refund you money. If they do not call Bill Levkoff direct and the store will lose its account with the manufacturer.
Thanks for letting me know.
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Heidi,
I just witnessed something that I could not believe could take place in
today's world. I was checking bridesmaid styles for my wedding when a
customer was about to leave with her Sweet Sixteen dress. The store owner
told her that she had to pay for the alterations. Well, this sparked a
flow of obscenities like I have never experienced before. Apparently the
dress was bought off the rack and required major alterations and the contract
clearly stated that fact. I honestly think that the gutter is cleaner than
her mouth was. Needless to say, the owner called the police who basically
had to remove the women from the store. It was the young girl and her
aunt, about 35, Spanish. What an example she gave to her niece!!!!
Do these people have no shame???? Is it characteristic of Spanish
heritage???? WOW!!!! I don't know what happened later, but I give a
lot of credit to the store owner for being very professional about it, and
obviously this is the kind of store I want to deal with.
Brenda McCarthy
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