Whether the economy is good or bad, people are always getting married--and the blushing bride is going to want a beautiful dress. Two out of three brides buy their wedding dress at a specialty bridal gown store. Brides are notoriously picky, but they will expect a personalized shopping experience. It is important to understand your customer and provide a memorable shopping experience that will generate referral business. You must also develop an appreciation for the importance of cash flow, because cash flow is critical to keeping any retail business open--especially wedding businesses, which can be somewhat seasonal.
Create a Seating Chart for Your Wedding Reception
You've bought the dress, arranged your flowers and your RSVPs are flooding in. While it may seem tempting to just throw place cards in the air and let your guests sit at any table, it could cause friction and upset on your wedding day. You only get one chance to get it right, so it's worth making the effort to arrange your guests properly. If done well, it will guarantee your wedding being a success with all who attend.
Word a Wedding Announcement on a Church Bulletin
A church bulletin is a good place for couples to announce their recent or upcoming wedding. The proud parents of the happy couple may also wish to announce the marriage in a bulletin, especially if the couple resides in another city or state. When considering how to word a wedding announcement in a church bulletin, take into account common practices and rituals of the religion.
Calculate Liquor for a Wedding Reception
Trying to calculate how much liquor you'll need for your wedding reception can be a bit tricky. Knowing approximately how much your guests will drink can save you from the stress of running out of liquor midway through your reception, or the excess cost of ending up with 10 extra bottles at the end of the night. The time of day your wedding will take place may factor into your calculations, as people tend to drink more later in the day.
Write a Wedding Invitation Excluding Children
Weddings are an incredibly stressful time since you have to worry about the feelings and sensibilities of every person in your family. Having a wedding that excludes children can be especially worrisome because you run the risk of upsetting your family members with small children. While there is no way to guarantee that every family member will not get upset with you if you will not allow children at your wedding, there are steps you can take to explain this information in a polite and acceptable form.