Wedding RSVPS 5 Tips for Success

Who knew there were so many options for guests to RSVP via response cards. Check out these examples from Hello Lucky.  Here are a few ideas that I've seen that work well?

1. Create a guest list in Excel/Numbers and number the backs of the cards so they correspond with your list. If a card is returned with no name, this is an easy way to figure out who replied

2. Write in the number of guests invited (example 2 invited) so guests clearly understand two people have reserved seats (see example below to help manage headcount)

3. Give yourself enough time to call guests who haven't responded

4. Offer your guests a second option such as on-line RSVP'ing via your wedding website

5. Tally, tally, tally

Martha Stewart Weddings - John Legend & Chrissy Teigen

This is such a gorgeous cover - Super Model Chrissy Teigen and Crooner John Legend grace the pages of Martha Stewart Wedding. I can't wait to get my hands on this issue. They were married in Italy in a lavish style. The bride wore two couture gowns and the grown in custom tux. They look like a cup cake topper - love her hair.

Wish List - Valentino Stud Slingbacks

I remember the days when I wore high heels everyday, but as I have grown older (mature) my heels have become shorter and shorter. The number one reason, I despise uncomfortable shoes no matter how cute or how expensive. However, I'm on a quest to find a few pairs of cute, comfortable designer shoes and for some reason I keep gravitating to these Valentino slingback. They come in a lot of colors and I can definitely see ME or a bride rock these cuties down the aisle.

Bridetastic Wedding Emergency Kit

Pinch Provisions is the leading purveyor of personal care kits and premium emergency essentials. They offer great products for bride and wedding party (flower girl, bridesmaids, mother of the bride and more). The newest edition to their line - Brideastic Deluxe Wedding Emergency kit that includes 101 beauty, fashion and person care essentials for the bride to be.

Golden - Wedding Gown

This gown is a STUNNER! This bride definitely knew what she wanted for her wedding day - everything about her attire is unique and personal from the headpiece to the jewel bouquet for her Cabo destination wedding. Because you are having a destination wedding doesn't mean that you have to wear a pillow case and flip flops. A stylish bride has confidence, vision and is always true to herself. Check out more images on Chris+Lynn blog.

Nicole Miller Spring 2014

Ohhh how gorgeous are these wedding gowns from Nicole Miller's 2014 Spring Collection. Simple but elegant, still see a lot of lace dresses, form fitting and my favorite "sleeves".  I do believe strapless dresses are here to stay and a via options for brides but it is refreshing to see other neckline and sleeve alternatives. Spring Watch 2014 in effect!

My favorite Holiday - Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is one of my favorite holidays. It is all about love, but isn't everyday - lol! Researching the origins of  Valentine's day was fruitless, so many myths of how the day began. Well, I love the color red, I love cupcakes and I love being in love. Make sure you book your favorite restaurant, hotel or spa treatments early. Turn off the phones, computers and tv and snuggle, kiss, hug!

From me to you, a sneak peek at my Valentine's Day mini shoot styled by me.

Photos: Jaudon Photography