No matter what season you are getting married in, brain storm about what fruit and vegetables are in season. Maybe your floral designer can incorporate those materials into your designs?

In September, I love working with grapes, since they are in season. You can buy flats from Costco at a great price (plus they are a consistent quality/shape/size when they come from the same source). Think "tablescape" of black grapes, cherry red roses and lime green orchids - super fantastic combination.

If the seasonal material is a good price, then you can fill the bottoms of vases with it, en masse, and accent the upper portions with fresh flowers.

Here's a quick tip for you; shop the sales areas of discount stores (and regular stores) for great deals!

I will often source items for Wedding decor and floral designs in such places as Value Village, TJ Maxx, Home Sense and Walmart. Even Ikea has further discounts available.

A few weeks ago, while at Ikea, I strolled through their "discount" area (or "as is" section) and found 12 higher quality glass dishes - exactly what I needed for a certain centerpiece design. They were only $ 3.00 each, and had no apparent damage.

When shopping, always head to the "sales" or "as is" section first!

Here's a few photos of fabulous flowers to consider for your fall Wedding - DAHLIAS!

Dahlias come in almost all colours - red, yellow, white, pink, purple, and orange....some have variegated edges, some are pom pom shape, big, small, and spiky or round petals. Like hydrangeas, they look their best when designed en masse - for instance you can ask your floral designer to design with only a range of pink dahlias - in all shapes, sizes and hues - this way you'll get lots of texture, but the monochromatic visual will be stunning.

Dahlias are also good to add to mixed designs, since their petals make for additional texture and colour.

Link: http://www.taajainc.com

Are you nervous about walking down the Aisle on your Wedding day?

You're not alone - thousands of Brides all over the globe have thoughts that their nerves will take over upon approaching the aisle. Don't worry, as you can take a pro-active approach to your potential "aisle- jitters", and work with someone fabulous like Taaja.

Taaja Kayler has over 25 years of fashion and modeling experience. Her energy and enthusiasm are infectious and she can give you tips and hints on how to poise your body while taking your last steps as a single woman. Taaja can also help you walk with a bouquet.

Check out her web site at www.taajainc.com

Towards the end of the evening, your feet may be talking! Hours and hours standing in heels and "looking fabulous" can take its toll.
Tuck a pair of ballet slippers into your day bag and change into them when sore feet dictate. This way you'll feel relief, as well as stay fashionable and Bridal.

At the end of your Wedding day (and evening), you may find yourself inundated with loads of beautiful blooms.

What do you do with all that perishable product?

Here's some ideas;

1. Donate them to a hospital or hospice
2. Give them to a Church or retirement home
3. Distribute the centerpieces to your Mom's friends
4. Have pre-determined guests take the flowers home to enjoy
5. Re-purpose the flowers for the next day at the gift opening or next day brunch

Heard this tip from a photographer....

Take some photos of yourself and fiancee, to your photographer during one of your meetings. Show the photographer photos you like AND don't like of yourself. This will be a clear indication to them of the types of photos and angles/lighting that best suite you in photos.